Day 01 / Arrival Delhi
Arrive Delhi, meet assist at the airport & transfer to hotel.
Night stay in Delhi.
Day 02
/ Delhi
After a leisurely breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of
New Delhi where ornate buildings recall the days when India
was the Jewel in the crown of the British empire. Visit the
11th century Qutab Minar, India Gate and the grand government
buildings, the President’s House, Mahatama Gandhi Memorial.
Also visit Laxmi Narayan temple popularly known as Birla Temple.
Night stay in Delhi.
Day 03
/ Delhi - Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur, the fabled “pink city”
of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharaja of
Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur & transfer to hotel. Later visit the
City Palace - the royal residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur
and is known for its stunning architecture, it also houses a
museum later enjoy the dinner at Chokhi dani (an ethnic village
resort) where you will have an idea of the village life of Rajasthan
here you will also enjoy various traditional Rajasthani dances,
puppet show and various other interesting activities. Night
stay in Jaipur.
Day 04
/ Jaipur
After a leisurely breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Jaipur
visiting the majestic Amber Fort where you ride upon Elephants
back to the former capital of the royals set against the backdrop
of the wooded hills. Post lunch tour of Palace of Winds also
known as Hawa Mahal, this elaborate building, now little more
than a façade, is encrusted with delicate screens and
carved balconies from which the royal ladies, confined to their
quarters, could sneak views of the outside world. Past, present
and future merge at Jai Singh's observatory, where time has
been accurately measured since the 17th century. Evening free
to explore the colourful bazaars where one can shop for various
handicrafts. Night stay in Jaipur.
Day 05
/ Jaipur - Agra
Morning drive to Agra via Fatehpur sikri, a perfectly preserved
red sandstone “ghost town” which was the estranged
capital of mughal emperor Akbar, built in 1569 and deserted
when its water supply failed. Arrive Agra by lunch and transfer
to hotel. After lunch visit Agra Fort- a hilltop citadel with
fabulous courtyards, fountains and gates. Evening free to explore
the Agra’s rich heritage of handicrafts in its markets.
Night stay in Agra.
Day 06
/ Agra
Early morning visit the magnificient Taj Mahal at sunrise- one
of the seven wonders of the world surely the most extravagant
expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over
17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife
continue visiting the Agra Fort- a hilltop citadel with fabulous
courtyards, fountains and gates. Night stay in Agra.
Day 07
/ Agra - Gwalior (by train) Gwalior- Orchha (by surface)
Morning transfer to railway station to board the train to Gwalior,
arrive Gwalior, meet at the railway station & proceed for
sightseeing tour of Gwalior known for its spectacular hilltop
citadel. Within walls lie Jain statues, Rajput Palaces, Hindu
temples and a Victorian school. Later drive to Orchha , a historical
site with magnificient temples and monuments. Some of the palaces
were decorated with painted murals which represent the finest
flowering of the Bundela school of painting. Night stay in Orchha.
Day 08
/ Orchha - Khajuraho
After breakfast drive to Khajuraho Khajuraho- the legendary
temples of khajuraho are an incomparable experience. Acknowledged
as one of the world’s artistic wonders, these temples
dedicated to the Hindu pantheon of Gods are covered in carvings
that are a paean to life and love. Built within a short span
of a hundred years by the Chandela Rajputs, the 10th century
temples lay forgotten until they were discovered in the present
century. Khajuraho has achieved fame for the sensual appeal
of its erotic sculptures. Arrive Khajuraho and transfer to hotel.Night
stay in Khajuraho.
Day 09/
Khajuraho
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of khajuraho- famous
for the legendary temples of khajuraho built in the 9th and
the 10th century. Acknowledged as one of the world’s artistic
wonders. Khajuraho has achieved fame for the sensual appeal
of its erotic sculptures. Night stay in Khajuraho.
Day 10/
Khajuraho - Varanasi (by train)
After a relaxed breakfast transfer to airport to connect flight
to Varanasi - said to be the India’s most sacred city
situated on the western bank of the holy river Ganga. It is
also the oldest living city in the world. As a place for devotion
and worship, with hundreds of temples dotting the city, sunrise
on the river front as seen from a boat can be a spiritually
uplifting sight. It has a fascination uniquely its own, a quality
of sublime beauty, a timeless eternal appeal. Varanasi is the
city which cannot be described, only experienced. Arrive Varanasi
and transfer to hotel. Later half day sightseeing tour of varanasi
visiting the temples and in the evening view “Aarti”
ceremony on the Ghats. Night stay in Varanasi.
Day 11/
Varanasi
Morning boat cruise at the river Ganges to observe the way of
life of pilgrims by the Ghats. Later excursion to Sarnath, 10kms.
East of Varanasi, is one of the Buddhism’s major centers
of India. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha came to
Sarnath where he gave his first sermon. Visit the deer park
and the museum and later back to Varanasi. Night stay in Varanasi.
Day 12/
Varanasi - Kathmandu (By flight)
After breakfast transfer to the Airport to connect flight for
Kathmandu- the capital town of Nepal, the house of the highest
mountains, kathmandu is as much steeped in beauty as in the
history of this wonderland. The place has ever since been the
center for art, crafts, culture and a rich heritage. Arrive
Kathmandu, meet & assist at the airport & transfer to
hotel. Night stay in Kathmandu.
Day 13
/ Kathmandu
After breakfast Sightseeing tour of the KATHMANDU CITY - The
Hanumandhoka - Kathmandu's Durbar Square is the historic seat
of royalty. The Durbar Square with its old temples and palaces
epitomises the religious and cultural life of the people. It
is here that kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronations
solemnized. Also visit the Taleju Temple built by King Mahendra
Malla in 1549 AD, the temple of Kal Bhairav - the God of destruction
and the temple of Kumari (Vestal Virgin) or the Living Goddess
- represents a very ancient Hindu deity of Nepal locally known
as Taleju is Buddhist by birth. The Kumari acknowledges greetings
from her balcony window. Once a year during Indra Jatra festival,
the King of Nepal seeks the Kumari's blessing. Kasthamandap
- Located near the Kumari Temple is said to be built from the
wood of a single tree from the city. The city of Kathmandu derives
its name from this temple. The Kathmandu Durbar Square was listed
in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979.
BOUDDHANATH STUPA: The stupa of Bouddhanath
lies 8 kms east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is
one of the biggest in the world, and is the centre of Tibetan
Buddism in Nepal. Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument
List in 1979.
PASUPATINATH TEMPLE: This important Hindu temple
is the temple of Lord Shiva, The temple with a two tiered golden
roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines
for Hindus. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple,
visitors can witness the activities performed in the temple
premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River. The temple
was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979.
Evening at leisure. Night stay in Kathmandu.
Day 14/
Kathmandu
After breakfast visit SWAYAMBHUNATH STUPA- the oldest Buddhist
shrine. It is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four
sides of the spire's base are the all - seeing eyes of Lord
Buddha. It is 3 km west of Kathmandu City and is situated on
a hillock about 77 m above the level of Kathmandu Valley and
commands an excellent view of the Valley. This Stupa is the
oldest of its kind in Nepal. It was also listed in the UNESCO
World Heritage Monument List in 1979.
Evening transfer to Nepalese Restaurant Bhanchaghar for a Traditional
Nepali Welcome reception and dinner. Here you will have the
opportunity to enjoy a live Nepalese Cultural programme performed
by beautiful young girls dressed in ethnic traditional Nepalese
costumes and jewelry representing various parts of Nepal. Dinner
will follow this programme. Night stay in Kathmandu.
Day 15/
Kathmandu - Delhi
Morning transfer to airport to board the flight for Delhi. Arrive
Delhi & transfer to hotel. Evening explore the local markets
etc. for last minute shopping activities. Night stay in Delhi
Day 16
/ Departure
Transfer in time to the airport to connect the flight back home.
| Cost
Per Person |
| |
1 Sep
07- 15 Apr 08 |
| |
Twin |
Single |
| Luxury
|
USD 3975 |
- |
| Royal
|
USD 2418 |
- |
| Classic
|
USD 1665 |
- |
| Economy |
USD 1185 |
- |
| There will be a supplement charge during Christmas Eve and New year Eve. |
** Twin-Cost per person
on twin sharing for minimum two person traveling.
Cost includes :
» 15 nights accommodation as per the itinerary with daily breakfast.
» Train tickets for Agra-Jhansi in airconditioned chair car.
» Surface Travel by exclusive airconditioned car.
» All transfers, sightseeing as per the itinerary.
» Local English speaking guides.
» Elephant ride in Jaipur ( Subject to availability), Boat ride in Varanasi.
» All taxes, driver allowances, parking etc.
Cost does not include :
» Entrance fee to monuments.
» Any airfare.
» Any meals except breakfast.
» Tips, beverages, laundry etc.
» Any item not shown in cost Includes
Inetrnal Flights / Cost per Person
Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu-Delhi: USD 415 per person in economy class.
Airfares are subject to change any time without any prior notice.
Hotels Selected - Luxury
Delhi : The Oberoi / Imperial
Agra : Amar Vilas
Jaipur : RajVilas
Orchha : Amar Mahal / Orchha Resort
Varanasi : Taj Ganges
Khajuraho : The Grand Temple View
Kathmandu : Dwarika's
Hotels Selected - Royal
Delhi : Nikko / The Grand Intercontinental / The Grand
Agra : Jay Pee Palace / Taj View / Trident
Jaipur : Hotel Trident / Le Meridien
Orchha : Amar Mahal / Orchha Resort
Khajuraho : Taj Chandela / Jass Radisson
Varanasi : Taj Ganges / Radisson
Kathmandu : Radisson / Soaltee
Hotels Selected - Classic
Delhi : The Connaught / Hotel City Park / Hotel Marina
Agra : Agra Ashok / Clarks / Howard Park Plaza
Jaipur : Hotel Jaipur Palace / Wall Street / Hotel Clarks Amer / KK Royal Days
Orchha : Amar Mahal / Orchha Resort
Khajuraho : Clarks/ Holiday Inn
Varanasi : Clarks Varanasi
Kathmandu : Everest / Annapurna
Hotels Selected - Economy
Delhi : Hotel Dream Inn / Apra
Agra : Royale Residency / Deedar-e-Taj
Jaipur : Maurya Palace / Royal Plazzo
Orchha : Amar Mahal / Orchha Resort
Khajuraho : Green wood
Varanasi : Kashika / Hotel India
Kathmandu : Manati / Gangjong