North India with Mumbai and Goa
Delhi-Agra-Fatehpur Sikri-Jaipur-Udaipur-Mumbai-Goa-Mumbai
Day 1: Delhi
Arrive Delhi, the capital of India and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Delhi
Morning half-day city tour of Old Delhi visiting <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'RGH','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Raj Ghat</a> the Mausoleum of Mahatma Gandhi. Jama Masjid and drive past <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7J','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Red Fort</a>.Afternoon half day city tour of New Delhi. Drive past the President and the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'PTH','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Parliament House</a> (House of Representatives) and <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7M','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">India Gate</a> - War Memorial (stop for photography). Visit the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7K','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Qutub Minar</a> , 72.55 meters, high Victory Tower and proceed onto <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'BHT','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Bahai Temple</a> (lotus temple). Also visit the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7L','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Humayun's Tomb</a> built of red sandstone, the first substantial example of the Mughal architecture and Laxmi Narayan Temple - a modern Hindu temple built by the Birlas, leading Indian industrialists. Overnight stay at hotel.
Morning after breakfast drive to Agra, the city of the TAJ and on arrival, check-in at the hotel.<a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A09','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taj Mahal</a> built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in the year 1652 as a memorial for his beloved wife MumtazMahal. The grandeur called the Taj is perhaps the most photographed, filmed, described and sketched building of the world. <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A09','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taj Mahal</a> is where fantasy coincides with reality in perfect harmony. An inspiration for innumerous artists over the centuries, the Taj is an ode to love. It took 22 years to create this jewel. Agra Fort built and renovated over the centuries, this massive fort gained recognition only during the Mughal reign. Tomb of Itmad-ud-daullah- built by Empress Noorjehan in the memory of her father.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Agra
Morning drive to Jaipur - the pink city of India. The capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink, a century ago in the honour of a visiting Prince, ever since it has retained the pink colour. Enroute visit Fatehpur - Sikri (40 kms. from Agra) - once the capital of Mughal Empire and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. Its fortifications and Palaces are in a wonderful state of preservation. Upon arrival check-in at hotel. A Traditional Maharaja Welcome at the hotel. Afternoon city tour visiting <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AN2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">City Palace</a> - where the former Maharaja still resides in a part of it, but rest now serves as a Museum. Also visit <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AW2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jantar Mantar</a>, an observatory built by a great astronomer Sawai Jai Singh onto drive past through <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AU2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Hawa Mahal</a> (Palace of winds).
Day 5: Agra - Fatehpur Sikri
Morning after breakfast visit <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AT2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Amber Fort</a>-remarkable for the majestic grandeur of its surroundings as for its sturdy battlements and beautiful palaces.The structure which is known today as "<a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AT2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Amber Fort</a>" was initially a palace complex within the original fort of Amber that is today known as <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AV2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jaigarh Fort</a>. Connected to Amber via fortified passages, <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AV2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jaigarh Fort</a> is located on a hill above the Amber complex, and is constructed of red sandstone and white marble. It overlooks Maotha Lake, and was reputed to be the treasure vault of the Kacchwaha rulers.
Day 6: Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur
Morning after breakfast transfer to the airport for flight to Udaipur. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.Udaipur is one of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan, known as city of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ATN','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Lakes</a>, Palaces and Gardens. visit the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AN2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">City Palace</a> in all its ancient glory, the residence of the Maharajas of Udaipur. City Place has several carved balconies, arches and decorated pillars, onto Sahelion-Ki-Bari (queen's resort for the friends) famous for its spectacular lawns,fountains and shady walks. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 7: Jaipur
Morning after breakfast excursion to <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ELG','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Eklingji</a> temple; Nagda.Eklingi The village of Kailashpur, 22 km from Udaipur, is known for its 108 temples surrounded by a high fortified wall. The whole complex is know as Shri <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ELG','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Eklingji</a> Temples and has been a holy site associated with Lord Shiva since ancient times. Close by, is Nagda where there are several temples dating back from the 4th century AD. Ancient rock edicts stone inscriptions and simple pre-historic shrines at which the Bhils (Tribe) still worship during the Mahashivratri festival. Late afternoon boat cruise on <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'LKP','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Lake Pichola</a> to enjoy the magnificent sunset.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Jaipur
Morning transfer to the airport for flight to Goa via Mumbai.Upon arrival at Goa transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Morning half day visit to Panjim City. Panjim, a former fishing Village, was made the capital of Goa by royal decree from the court of Lisbon. It's spread around 'Altinho' meaning hillock, a residential area with Portuguese style bungalows where the dominant structure is the Patriarch's Palace with the statue of Christ the King on its lawns. From Altinho one gets a panoramic view of Panjim.The oldest monument in Panjim is the Idalco or Adil Shah's Palace built in 1490 and there is also the beautiful Church of our Lady of Immaculate Conception. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10: Udaipur
Breakfast at the hotel.Day at leisure on the beach. Goa beaches are renowned worldwide for their spectacular beauty and facilities for beach acitvities all over the world. Rated among the finest beach destinations in the world, Goa in the west coast of India is a holidaymaker's paradise. The 125 kilometers of Goan coastline is dotted with numerous palm-fringed sandy beaches which offer the perfect destination for a romantic honeymoon or an ideal vacation. A firm favorite with travelers from all corners of the world, the beaches in Goa attract thousands of beach lovers and regular tourists from far and wide. The beaches are the most significant aspects of tourism in Goa.
Day 11: Udaipur
Morning at leisure on the beach. Later transfer to the airport for flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival, proceed directly for a short city orientation of Mumbai.Having a good time in Mumbai or Bombay is fairly easy simply because Mumbai has a lot to offer. There is also no major hindrance to finding your way around. English is commonly used and even an average man on the street can speak and understand it well enough to guide you. Some areas that are a must to experience include :Marine Drive - Eulogized by Bollywood, Marine Drive caresses the seashore from Nariman Point to the foot of the Malabar Hill. Passing Chowpatty Beach, Marine Drive is also famous as the Queen's Necklace. One of the busiest roads in Mumbai, it is also one of the breeziest due to its proximity to the sea.
Transfer to International airport for onward destination.
