| Day | Plan |
| 01 | »
Arrive Delhi :
Upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport
Terminal 2 you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel. Upon arrival
at the hotel you are received with a traditional welcome of TIKKA and ARTI. Rest
of the day is relaxing and for free activities. Overnight at Hotel. |
| 02 |
» Delhi :
This morning we visit Old Delhi,
built in the 17th century by Shah Jahan the Magnificent ( who also built the Taj
Mahal). First we will be visiting the famous Jama Masjid mosque with its 9,000
sq. ft. courtyard, three domes and two minarets, and then proceed to the massive
complex known as the Red Fort. Afternoon we'll visit Laxmi
Narayan Temple, a Spectacular structure that's just 60 years old , and then proceed
via India Gate and the Governmental building to Qutub Minar, the 240 foot tower
built in 1190 to commemorate the arrival of Islam in India, the Bahai Temple with
its nine pools on an elevated platform, and the Crafts Museum, which replicates
and Indian street with over 50 artists and craftspeople at work. Overnight
at the Hotel. |
| 03 |
» Delhi - Samode :
Today morning we leave
after breakfast for Samode . Upon arrival checking at Samode Palace. Samode Palace
is one of India's most charming and romantic hotels. If offers a quiet, elegant
and luxurious atmosphere. The Palace has been meticulously restored offering a
retreat into an aesthetically beautifully environment where visitors can enjoy
India's natural beauty and rich history. Samode Palace
was transformed into one the country's premium palace hotels in 1987, and is a
perfect example of Rajput-Moghul architecture. The Palace is built on a small
hillock and planned in a progression of countryards of increasing height. Nestles
among the 'Aravali ranges' -(a very old formation of banded gneiss dating back
to some 3 thousand million years). The Samode Palace comes into view like a mirage
rising above cobbled streets and stone houses of the village of samode. Samode
according to the Rajputana Gazetteer of 1879 was a large and flourishing town.
The Zamindars (landlords) of Samode the principal thakurs of the state of Amber
were the Nathawat clan from Chomu, a branch of the house of Amber, tracing their
relation to the Jaipur Maharaja the fabled Prithviraj Singh ji the 17th Prince
of the house of Kacchwaha Rajputs. Overnight at the Palace. |
| 04 | »
Samode - Jaipur :
After breakfast we leave for Jaipur popularly known
as the Pink City, was built in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Designed
in accordance with Shilp Shastra - an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture -
Jaipur follows a grid system. Upon arrival check in your pre booked Hotel. Afternoon
- tour of City Palace and Observatory. The City Palace in the heart of the old
city is a blend of Rajasthan and Mughal architecture. The Palace of winds - a
five storied structure of pink sandstone has semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed
windows overlooking the main street of the old city. It was originally built to
enable the ladies of the royal household to watch everyday life. |
| 05 |
» Jaipur :
Today morning we visit the
Amber Fort in the Aravali Hills, which is a super example of Rajput (Medieval
Hindu) style architecture. A slow elephant ride takes us to the top of the Fort,
which houses several graceful buildings and temple. Afternoon at leisure. In
the evening, we visit Chokhi Dhani where an ethnic village atmosphere is recreated
each evening with thousands of oil lamps, folk dancers, arobats, snake charmers,
puppeteers etc. Overnight at the Hotel. |
| 06 | »
Jaipur - Bharatpur - Fatehpur sikri - Agra :
This morning travel
to Bharatpur for a tour of the world famous bird sanctuary here. The reserve bosts
of river 300 species of resident and migratory birds. From here we drive to the
ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri (ghost capital) for a tour of the magnificent and
world heritage buildings still in a state of perfect preservation. We continue
our journey for Agra and upon arrival check into Hotel. |
| 07 | »
Agra :
Agra was the capital of India under the Moghuls in the 16th
and 17th centuries. This morning we see the exquisite tomb of the emperor Jehangir's
chief minister and father-in - law, often called the 'BABY TAJ' because its design
foreshadows the Taj Mahal,. Then we tour Agra's Red Fort, built over three generations
by the moghul emperors. Following an afternoon free, we go at sunset to see the
Taj Mahal, the mausoleum built by a sorrowing Shah Jahan in memory of his young
wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Building's stupendous scale, flawless symmetry, translucent
white marble and shimmering reflection in the water channel are truly breathtaking. |
| 08 | »
Agra - Jhansi by Shatabdi Express - Orchha :
Morning after breakfast
we are transferred to the railway station to board shatabdi express departure
at 0820 arrival in Jhansi at 1030. Upon arrival in Jhansi we are met and transferred
to Orchha. Orchha a place that makes one feel the pulse of warm soul of India
with temples, magnificent palaces, splendid cenotaphs and river betwa gurgling
through zero pollution surrounding where TIME slumbers for good. Overnight at
the Orchha Resort. |
| 09 | »
Orchha - Khajuraho :
Morning drive to Khajuraho. Upon arrival we
are transferred to our pre booked hotel. Afternoon tour
the spectacular ninth to thirteenth century temples of Khajuraho, built by Chandela
kings, The temples are exquisitely carved with graceful statues and frieze gods
and goddesses. |
| 10 | »
Khajuraho - Varanasi by Flight :
Today we take a short flight to
the Varanasi. Upon arrival we are met and transferred to our pre booked hotel
. In the afternoon proceed to the village of Sarnath on the outskirts of town.
It was in this Deer Park that the Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Visit the
Park and Museum.. Sarnath was made a centre of Buddhist worship by the emperor
Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. We will visit the Main Shrine and Ashoka's Pillar.
In the Archaeological Museum we will see the beautifully carved capital from the
pillar along with many other priceless Buddhist artifacts. The highlight of this
tour would be a participation in the evening Aarti (prayer service) at the main
Buddhist temple here. Overnight at Hotel. |
| 11 | »
Varanasi - Kathmandu by Flight :
An early morning boat ride presents
an incredible, surrealistic scene as multitudes of devotees come to the river
to pay homage to the Sun God, Surya, Pass the bathing ghats where thousands of
pilgrims purify themselves in the holy water of the Ganges River, and the burning
ghats where cremations are conducted.. Later today, fly to Kathmandu, ancient
capital of the mountain kingdom of Nepal. Your tour includes exploration of the
Durbar Square with its abundance of lovely temples, bazaars and the Royal Palace.
Enjoy a magnificent view of Kathmandu from Swayambunath, also known as the monkey
temple. Continue to Bodhnath to see the largest Buddhist stupa in the world. At
Pashupatinath, view Nepal's most sacred Shiva shrine, located near the holy river
Bagmati. Overnight at the Hotel. |
| 12 | »
Kathmandu :
Patan is the oldest of the three cities of the ancient
Kathmandu Valley. Originally founded in the 03rd Century, this medieval "
City of Beauty" features hundreds of temples and palaces. The art and architecture
feature intricate carvings with an interesting mixture of Hindu and Buddhist influence.
Visit the Tibetan refugee camp - actually a mini village, for a rare chance to
observe the deft hands of these skilled artisans and craftsmen weaving carpets
and engaging in other ancient, distinctly Tibetan handicrafts, Later enjoy a drive
through the beautiful countryside to the primitive city fo Bhadgaon, also known
as Bhaktapur - "City of Devotes.". The Durbar Square includes interesting
temples and palaces, the Big Bell - once rung to usher in curfew, the Bell of
the Barking Dogs, the Lion Gate, the Picture Gallery and the famous Golden Gate
- opening the way to the courtyard of the palace of 55 Windows, topped by the
figure of Goddess Kali. |
| 13 | »
Kathmandu - Nagarkot :
After breakfast we drive to Nagarkot.The whole
day is spent at leisure enjoying the scenic beauty of the valley. Overnight at
the Hotel. |
| 14 | »
Nagarkot - Kathmandu - Delhi :
This morning transfer to airport to
flight for New Delhi. Arrival and transfer to our hotel. Rest of the day is at
leisure. This evening we will travel into Old Delhi , to witness the sound &
light show at the Red Fort. |
| 15 | » Leave
Delhi :
Departure transfer to the Indira Gandhi International Airport
Terminal II airport to board flight back Home. |
