Fascinating India & Nepal
Duration : 14 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Jhansi - Khajuraho - Varanasi
- Katmandu - Pokhra - Delhi
Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
You will be met on arrival at the International airport. Transfer to your hotel.
Relax.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with
a fascinating blend of the past and the present. Delhi is a perfect introduction
to the composite culture of an ancient land and a window to the kaleidoscope
- that is India.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi
Start a Full day tour of Old & New Delhi after breakfast.
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 a Cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.
NEW DELHI - An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include
a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial
avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament Houseand the President's
Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 03: Delhi - Jaipur (By Road 260 km/6 hr)
Breakfast will be at hotel. Drive to Jaipur.
JAIPUR - The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back
to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the
Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite
of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains its character and history
- A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. It is popularly known
as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered
stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria.
Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite
temples and lush gardens.
Reach Jaipur and check in at hotel. Shopping and relax in the evening. Overnight
will be at Jaipur.
Day 04: Jaipur
Proceed for morning excursion will be taken to the Amber Fort. Ride to the Fort
on elephant back in a royal manner.
AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace.
Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent
Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful
fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression.
Afternoon
sightseeing tour of Jaipur visiting...
CITY PALACE - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani
architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled
city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace
Museum.
JANTAR MANTAR - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five
observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This
observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds"
is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone
plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The
palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal
was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
Free in the evening or roam the city. Overnight will be at Jaipur.
Day 05: Jaipur - Agra (By Road 221 km/6 hr)
Drive to Agra visiting Fatehpur Sikri en-route after breakfast.
The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that 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.
Continue your drive to Agra and on arrival check-in at 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.
Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 06: Agra
Proceed for day sightseeing of Agra.
TAJ MAHAL: Little needs to be said
about this architectural wonder which is always the soul raison-de-etre 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.
AGRA FORT - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort
is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl
Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction.
After Agra Fort we will visit BABY TAJ - The interiors of which are considered
better than the Taj.
Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 07: Agra - Jhansi - Khajuraho (By Train)
Train Name : Bhopal Shatabdi Express
Train No. : 2002
Departure : 0800 hr
Arrival : 1024 hr
Breakfast will be at hotel. You will be transferred to station for train to
Jhansi.
Reach Jhansi and proceed 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 northernmost part of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho is famous for
its enchanting temples and its legendary Khajuraho dance festival. The name
Khajuraho is derived from the Khajur tree (the date palm tree) which is grown
abundantly in the region. The Khajuraho Temples are dedicated to a celebration
of womanhood, her myriad moods and facets. Famous for its erotic architecture,
the carvings include, women writing a letter, applying eye makeup, combing her
tresses, dancing & playing with her child. Her innocent, blushed, charming,
seductive, ardent beauty, all depicted in exquisitely sculptured details. These
temples have been designed and carved to lead the eyes from ground level upward
till you seem to be looking at heaven.
Reach Khajuraho. Transferred to hotel and relax. Evening will be free or you
can go out for a stroll. Overnight will be at Khajuraho.
Day 08: Khajuraho - Varanasi (By Air)
Flight : 9W 334
Airlines : Jet Airways
Departure : 1330 hr
Arrival : 1410 hr
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for a guided tour of the exotic and erotic
temples of Khajuraho.
Transfer in time to airport for flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi,
you will be met and transferred to hotel.
Varanasi is the World's most ancient living city. Crowded with temples, and
its labyrinth of streets, the city attracts the maximum number of tourists.
The religious capital of Hinduism, Varanasi is the carpet-manufacturing place
of India. 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. It is also called CITY OF TEMPLES. The shimmering
red and golden water of the Ganges when rays of dawn falls on them, the high
banks, the temples, the Ashrams, the pavilions all are an experience in themselves.
Visit Sarnath ? 5 miles out of Varanasi for a day excursion: One of the holiest
Buddhist sites in the world, where Buddha preached his first Sermon in 590 BC.
Witness the ruins of a once flourishing Buddhist monastery and then visit a
fine Museum which houses an excellent collection of Buddhist art and sculptures
found at the site.
Spend the evening shopping in the lanes of Varanasi. Overnight will be at Varanasi.
Day 09: Varanasi
Drive to Daswamedh Ghat very early in the morning 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. Return for a walk through the cobblestone streets
along the banks of "Ganga". As shops are opening, the place now becomes
a beehive of activity as the faithful are coming and going.
Return to hotel for a sumptuous breakfast.
Proceed for day guided tour of Varanasi including the Bharat Mata Temple, which
features a big relief map of Mother India engraved in marble. Also visit the
18th century Durga Temple, commonly known as the Monkey Temple due to the huge
population of the monkeys. Proceed to the Tulsi Manas Temple, crafted from
white marble which features the entire Ramayana inscribed on its walls. Also
visit the BHU considered as the biggest residential university in Asia. The
University Campus houses an Art Gallery and the Mosque of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.
Overnight will be in Varanasi.
Day 10: Varanasi - Katmandu (By Air)
Flight : IC 752
Airlines : Indian Airlines
Departure : 1140 hr
Arrival : 1250 hr
Transfer to the airport after breakfast for flight to Kathmandu. Reach Katmandu.
The Katmandu Valley, the political, commercial and cultural hub of Nepal, is
the first for the majority of visitors to Nepal. Once a separate kingdom in
itself, it contains three fabled cities - Katmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Each
is an artistic exposition of graceful temples, elegant palaces, brick paved
courtyards and quaint streets. There are seven UNESCO World Heritage sites in
the valley.
Visit the Katmandu Durbar Square - This complex of places, country yards, and
temples built between the 12th and 18th used to be the seat of ancient malla
kings of Katmandu. An interesting object here is the 17th century stone inscription
set into the wall of the palace with writings in 15 languages. The durbar square
protected as a UNESCO world heritage site. This is the social, religious and
urban focal point of city. There are also museums inside the palace building.
Relax for the rest of the day. Overnight will be at Katmandu.
Day 11: Katmandu
Proceed for a day tour after breakfast covering Swambhunath, Bhaktapur and Patan
Durbar Square. Shopping and rest of the day will be at leisure.
Overnight will be at Katmandu.
Day 12: Katmandu - Pokhra (By local airline (a short flight)
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to the tranquil valley - Pokhara.
Reach Pokhara, transfer to hotel, refresh & relax with the spectacular panorama
of Annapurna range forming the backdrop. Stretching from the east to west, the
Annapurna massif includes Annapurna I to IV and Annapurna South. Although the
highest among them is Annapurna I (8091m), it is Machhapuchhre (the fishtail),
which dominates all others in this neighborhood. Boastfully levitating in the
skyline, the fish-tailed pinnacle is the archetypal snow-capped, needle-pointed
mountain.
In the afternoon, enjoy the stroll around the valley with the boat ride (optional)
on the famous Phewa Lake as next compliment. Overnight will be in Pokhara.
Day 13: Pokhra
We start our day with the early morning visit to Sarangkot for the fabulous
sunrise. After the spectacular sunrise, we drive back to our hotel to start
our remaining activities for the day with the breakfast at the hotel.
Today, we take you to the famous Devi's Fall (also known as Devin's or David's)
locally known as Patale Chhango (Hell's Fall), an awesome waterfall lying about
2 km south-west of Pokhara Airport on the highway to Tansen. Legend has it that
a trekker (Devin, David…) was washed away by the Pardi Khola and mysteriously
disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall.
Bindhyabasubu Temple at the old bazaar, Seti Gandaki, the boisterous river running
completely underground at the places, Mahendra cave (House of Bats), the natures'
wonder at Pokhara & Pokhara Museum.
After lunch, start exploring the city by driving to the Begnas Lake & Rupa
Lake located 15 Km from Pokhara divided by a forested hillock called Panchabhaiya
Danda, offering the perfect nature retreat with their relative seclusion.
End your trip by visiting the Tibetan Monastery. Overnight will be in Pokhara.
Day 14: Pokhra - Katmandu (By Local airline)
Katmandu - Delhi - Next Destination:
By Air
Flight : To be announced
Leave after a leisurely breakfast and proceed to Katmandu by flight. Take connecting
flight to Delhi. Reach Delhi and take connecting flight home.
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