Art and Culture Luxury Tour of India

(Total Tour - 15 Days)

Mumbai-Aurangabad-Udaipur-Jodhpur-Jaipur-Delhi-Agra-Orchha-Khajuraho-Varanasi-Delhi

Day 10

Jaipur - Delhi:

By Road: 260 km in 6hr

Breakfast will be at the hotel.

Proceed to Delhi.

Delhi, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present - A perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that is India.

In the evening enjoy a Dances of India Show.

Stay overnight at Delhi.

Day 11

Delhi:

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Proceed for a day tour of Delhi.

Old Delhi: A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.

Enjoy the cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.

New Delhi: An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, the Lotus Temple, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, The President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.

Spend the evening walking in the Connaught Place or relax at hotel. Retire early.

Stay overnight in Delhi.

Day 12

Delhi - Agra:

By Train:
Train No. : 2002
Name : Shatabdi Express
Departure : 0600 hr
Arrival : 0800 hr

Proceed for the railway station after breakfast.

Reach Agra and transfer to the hotel.

Agra: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat (seat of the Emperor). Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.

Proceed for sightseeing.

Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj.

Taj Mahal: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder, which is always the reason for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.

Proceed for sightseeing to the Agra Fort - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is made predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction.

Visit Fatehpur Sikri (30 km from Agra) - Viewing this deserted, red sandstone city that Emperor Akbar built as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition ... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.

Relax in the evening and enjoy your dinner at the hotel.

Stay overnight at the hotel in Agra.

Day 13

Agra - Jhansi:

By Train:
Train No. : 2002
Name : Shatabdi Express
Departure : 0810 hr
Arrival : 1040 hr

Jhansi - Khajuraho:

By Road : 175 km in 4hr

Proceed to the railway station after an early breakfast for train to Jhansi.

Reach Jhansi and transfer to Orchha, 12 km away.

Orchha: A medieval city founded by Bundela rulers with palaces and temples of the 16th and 17th century - which have remarkably withstood the onslaught of time. The city is picturesquely flanked by the river Betwa.

Proceed for sightseeing of Orchha sites within the Fort Complex.

Enjoy your lunch at Orchha. Continue drive to Khajuraho.

Situated in the heart of India, in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho is a fascinating village with a quaint, rural ambience and a rich cultural heritage, honoured by the world as India's unique contribution to human civilisation. The Chandela Dynasty built eighty-five temples here. Twenty remain as embodiments of Indian architectural and sculptural art at its most evolved state. Even ten centuries after they were constructed, the temples of Khajuraho reflect an eternal philosophy relevant to all mankind. The temples of Khajuraho are a world heritage site and belong not just to India, but also to the world. Khajuraho is one of the few millennium destinations of the world.

Reach Khajuraho. Transfer to the hotel and relax.

Evening will be free. You can also go out for a stroll in this quaint village. Stay overnight at Khajuraho.

Day 14

Khajuraho - Varanasi:

Flight : 9W 724 (Jet Airways)
Aircraft : Boeing 737
Departure : 1335 hr
Arrival : 1415 hr

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Proceed for a guided tour of the exotic temples of Khajuraho.

Transfer to the airport in time for the flight to Varanasi. (Early lunch at hotel)

Varanasi is the world's most ancient living city. Sunrise on the riverfront, as seen from a boat, can be a spiritually uplifting sight. Crowded with temples, and its labyrinth of streets, the city attracts the maximum number of tourists. The religious capital of Hinduism, it was previously known as Kashi - the city that illuminates. The present name is derived from the fact that the city is at the confluence of the rivers Varuna and Asi.

Proceed to the hotel. Dinner will be at the hotel.

Stay overnight at Varanasi.

Day 15

Varanasi - Delhi:

By Air Flight : 9W 334 (Jet Airways)
Aircraft : Boeing 737
Departure : 1440 hr
Arrival : 1600 hr
Delhi - Next Destination.

Morning drive to Daswamedh Ghat and take a boat ride on the sacred river Ganges to see the cremation Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most important religions. (To start at 0500 hrs. for the best lifetime experience) For you to appreciate this remarkable city, we'll transfer you to the banks of the River Ganges before the sun rises. Board a boat with your guide and proceed to the middle of the river, where at sunrise the sight unfolds before you. Thousands of faithful come daily to the banks to bathe and pray while in the background, temples and palaces rise in tiers from the water's edge.

Then return to the shores for a walk through the cobblestone streets along the banks of the holy Ganges. As shops are opening, the place now becomes a beehive of activity as the faithful are coming and going. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple while returning to the hotel.

Return for breakfast to the hotel.

Proceed for a half day-guided tour of Varanasi including the, Gyanvapi Mosque, Benaras Hindu University and other important monuments or proceed for last minute shopping.

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Delhi. Reach Delhi and will be received at the international airport. Transfer to the hotel for "Wash and Change". Proceed for Farewell Dinner and then to the airport for your international flight with unforgettable memories of your luxury tour in Incredible India.

TOUR ENDS