Day 01 : Aboard - Delhi
Arrive in Delhi at International airport , on arrival guest will
be met by our representative and transferred to hotel . overnight
.
Day 02 : Delhi
Founded by Tomar King Anangpal, ruled by a series of Hindu &
Muslim dynasties and later the Britisher . Who imparted their
style to it. Delhi , the imperial city abounds in architectural
wonders mostly of the modern designs of Lutyens. Every part of
Delhi , every building of Delhi is worth looking at .
Morning sightseeing in Old Delhi. Sightseeing
includes Red Fort , built by Shah Jahan which houses the Diwan-I-Am
and The Diwan-I-Khas, The Moti Masjid, The Rang Mahal , The Khan
Mahal and Hamman , The Jamma Masjid built by Shah Jehan can accommodate
as many as 20000 worshippers and Raj Ghat , the simple memorial
of Mahatma Gandhi .
Afternoon sightseeing in New Delhi which includes
The Laxmi Narayan Temple built by the Birlas, Humayuns Tomb built
by Nawab Shuja-Ud-Daulah, Qutab Minar, The Tallest stone tower
in India built by Qutb-Ud-din Aiabak and Government buildings,
Rashtrapati Bhawan, India gate etc. Overnight at hotel .
Day 03 : Delhi - Jaipur
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur ( 260 kms ) enroute visit
Samode , afternoon arrive in Jaipur . overnight at hotel .
Day 04 : Jaipur - Amber - Jaipur
The Pink city , so called for pink tint of its sandstone buildings.
As auspicious colour in Rajput culture , pink was associated with
hospitality, built by Jai Singh II , it is now one of The World`s
major Gem centre both for cutting and selling. The city is built
on dry lake bed in a wild arid landscape with hilltop fortesses
and walls surrounding it . Laid out according the ancient principles
of town planning as described by Shilp-Shastra ( treaties on architecture).
Jaipur represents the Univers through its division into nine rectangular
blocks. Relaxed and easy going , jaipur has an abience of timelessness.
Morning excursion to Amber Fort with Elephant
ride , afternoon city tour in Jaipur . Sightseeing includes Hawa
Mahal , a multi layered palace with a profusion on windows and
stone screnes . Jantar Mantar is an observatory raised in the
18th century by an Astronomer King . The city palace , former
residence of the ruling family, also houses a museum. Rumour has
it the palace still hides the treasures of Jaipur & Amber
Palace , block printing and bazaar etc. overnight at hotel .
Day 05 : Jaipur - Fathepur Sikri - Agra
Morning after breakfast drive to Agra ( 235 kms ) enroute visit
Fatehpur Sikri . Fatehpur Sikri designed by Akbar as his capital
, was lived in for only a very few years . It is beautiful architectural
city built of Red sandstone , before that visit a Rajasthani village
too . Evening arrive in Agra . overnight at hotel
Day 06 : Agra
Morning after breakfast sightseeing of Agra . The city of architectural
magnificence . The capital of Moghuls during the 16th & 17th
centuries , Agra still retains the abmience of a rich and elegant
past . A relaxed laid back life style , majestic monuments, intricately
worked handicrafts and exquisite Jewellery , all from the attractions
on this Royal city , which is washed by the waters of The Yamuna.
Sightseeing of Agra includes visit of The World
famous Taj Mahal. 20,000 worker worked for 22 years to complete
it. The Agra fort is blend of architectural styles used during
the region of he Three Emperors , Itimad-Ud-Daulah , marble cutting
centre , bazaar etc. Overnight at hotel .
Day 07 : Agra - Jhansi - Khajuraho
Morning transfer to railway station to connect Shatabdi express
to Jhansi at 0800: hours , on arrival drive to Khajuraho ( 172
kms ), afternoon at leisure to use the hotel facilities .
Day 08 : Khajuraho - Varanasi
Morning visit the most famous and facinating Khajuraho temples
. Khajuraho is known for its elaborately sculpted temples depicting
every aspect of Indian life ten centuries ago . Well preserved
the sculptures depict gods , goddesses , warriors , animals and
amorous couples . This little village is also host to the increasingly
popular annual Khajuraho Dance Festival. The largest and most
important temple here is the kandariya Mahadev temple , for the
great detail of its 31 mt. High main spire .
Chaunsat Yogini ( temples of 64 yoginis ) is
the oldest surviving in the western group. Other temples on note
are Devi Jagadamba temple , Chitragupta , Lakshmana , Varaha and
Mangateshwara which is the plainest temple here . The more expuisitely
carved of the eastern temples are the Ghantai , Adinath , Brahma
, Javeri and Vamana temples .
Afternoon transfer to airport to connect flight
to Varanasi at 1330: hours , arrival in Varanasi at 1410: hours
and transfer to hotel . Rest of the day at leisure . overnight
at hotel
Day 09 : Varanasi - Sarnath - Varanasi
Early morning boat ride on the Ganges and followed by the city
tour includes :
Varanasi : the eaternal city . The most scared
pilgrim centre in India and a major tourist attraction . An ancient
centre of learning . Varanasi has always been the seat of renowned
universities having been known as Kansi and Benaras at different
times , the city is now known by its ancient name which means
the region between the two rivers Varuna and Asi . Situated along
the west bank of the Ganges devout Hindus belive that death at
this place ensures certain entry into heaven . Varanasi is at
its best at break of dawn at dusk when chantings ring through
the air and sacred lamps afloat light up the water . The city
is also known for its silk and cotton handlooms . A land of temples
the main attractions here are Vishwanath temples . The Gold plating
on its shikharas was a gift from Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Lahore
.
The Bharat Mata Temple : dedicated to the Indian
nation , it is unique in that instead of deities it enshrines
the most perfect relif map of India carved in marble . The Durga
Temple commonly known a monkey temple dedicated to goddess Durga
, The Thulasi Manas temples and Benaras Hindu university . Afternoon
excursion to Sarnath ( 9 kms ) an important pilgrimage centre
for Buddhist . This is where the Buddha preached his first sermon
after getting enlightenment . The city is famous for its magnificent
stupas , monasteries and temples . overnight
Day 10 : Varanasi - Kathmandu
Morning free later transfer to airport to connect IC-752 at 1255:
hours Arrival in Kathmandu at 1405: hours On arrival transfer
to hotel , rest of the day at leisure . overnight at hotel .
Day 11 : Kathmandu
Morning after breakfast sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city and
Swayambhunath , afternoon sightseeing of Patan city and Tibetan
Refugee camp . overnight at hotel
Day 12 : Kathmandu - Boudhanath - Bhaktapur
- Kathmandu
Morning after breakfast excursion to Boudhanath , Pashupatinath
and Bhaktapur City , afternoon free for personal activities .
overnight at hotel .
Day 13 : Kathmandu - Delhi
Morning free later transfer to airport to connect IC/RA flight
to Delhi , on arrival transfer to hotels . Rest of the day at
leisure . overnight
Day 14 : Delhi
Early morning transfer to international airport for your onward
flight .