Tour of Heritage cities of India
Delhi-Khajuraho-Agra-Jaipur-Jaisalmer-Jodhpur-Sawai Madhopur-Chittorgarh-Udaipur-Mumbai
Day 1: Delhi
Upon arrival at the airport you shall be greeted by our office representative. Later transfer to the Hotel and check in.
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>. you may take a tricycle tour of Chandini Chowk. Afternoon half day city tour of New Delhi visiting drive past President House, <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 at Hotel.
Transfer to airport to leave by air for Khajuraho.Arrive and transfer to Hotel.
Day 4: Khajuraho
Khajuraho, a small dusty and an isolated village in the interior plains of Madhya Pradesh, far away from the hustle bustle of the towns and cities, holds a unique manifestation of art on its temples. The temples of Khajuraho are perhaps the most visited tourist sites after the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A09','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taj Mahal</a> in India. Today famous for its erotic sculptures, the temples of Khajuraho tell something more than the eroticism it portrays.Morning visit the world famous Chandela Temples. Out of the total 85 temples only 22 remain, but offer a beautiful and extravagant ode to human life. Built in 10th and 11th centuries, these temples are dedicated to aparticular deity and the on the outer walls are carved various themes, but actually it is an ode to woman hood, an ode to fertility, the form of birth and an ode to greatest form of life.Afternoon drive to Jhansi Railway Station (3 hrs. drive) to board train to Agra at 1755 hrs. By AC chair car.Arrive Agra at 2010 hrs. and transfer to Hotel.
Morning half day city tour visiting the World famous <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.Afternoon 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 color. 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 at Jaipur check-in at Hotel.
Day 6: Agra
After breakfast at hotel morning city tour visiting City Palace-where the former Maharajas still resides in a part of it, but rest of it now serves as a Museum. It has collection of Rajput weapons and treasure of Royal House like textiles, carpets, miniature paintings and precious manuscripts etc. Jantar Mantar-an observatory scientifically designed represent the high points of medieval Indian astronomy. Discover <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AU2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Hawa Mahal</a>, Nahargarh Fort, Amer Fort-remarkable for majestic grandeur of its surroundings as for its sturdy battlements. Depart to Jaisalmer. Overnight stay at hotel in jaisalmer.
Arrive at the 12th century city of Jaisalmer dominated by its sandstone fort of 99 bastions. Visit the exquisitely carved <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AD3','JSA','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Havelis</a> and palaces with their latticed windows, balconies, cupolas and facades. Experience the famed camel safaris & desert camps and dine under the stars as the rhythm of Rajasthani music drifts into the night. Depart for Jodhpur.
Day 8: Jaipur
Arrive Jodhpur-a 15th century city surrounded by a high stone wall with seven gates and countlessbastions. The second largest city of Rajasthan is famous for the impregnable <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AO4','JDH','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Meharangarh Fort</a>. Visit this magnificent Fort and Jaswant Thada-a collection of royal cenotaphs built in white marble, <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AR4','JDH','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Mandore Gardens</a>. Lunch at the Umaid Bhawan Palace, the royal residence a part of which is now a hotel. Depart for Sawai Madhopur.
Welcome to verdant Sawai Madhopur and the beautiful 10th century fort of Ranthambore. Surrounded by the Ranthambore National Park a Project Tiger reserve, the imposing ramparts of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A5C','COR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">The Fort</a> soar above standing testimony to their historical past. Depart for Chittaurgargh.
Day 10: Jaisalmer
Arrive and visit <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A5C','COR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">The Fort</a> which is the best known fort of Rajasthan - impragnable and undaunted. Images of love and valour, scars of battles lost and won... thrice besieged Chittaurgarh is all this and more. Moving legends of honour and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to Udaipur.
Udaipur is one of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan, known as the 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, Temples and Forts. Lunch at Hotel Lake Palace, the former summer residence of the princess of Mewar. Enjoy the tranquility of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'LKP','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Lake Pichola</a>. Visit The <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ATJ','UDR','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 Udiapur. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 12: Jodhpur
Morning after breakfast full day trip to Ranakpur-Almost hidden in a green valley of the Aravalli Hills, the Jain temples of Ranakpur are some of the most beautifully carved temples.In the evening return to Udaipur for an overnight stay.
Day 13: Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur
Transfer to airport to leave by air for Mumbai.Arrive and transfer to Hotel.Morning half day city tour visiting <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AGE','BOM','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Prince of Wales Museum</a> housing collection in the Indo Saracenic architecture. Visit Flora Fountain, Victoria Terminus, St. Thomas Cathedral, Crawford Market, Malabar Hill and the Hanging Gardens.Afternoon at leisure. Evening transfer to International airport to fly back home onward destination.
