EXPLORING RAJASTHAN & MADHYA PRADESH

Trip code	ND21
Theme:	Historical & Cultural India
Suitable for:	12+
Group Size	02-35
Activities	WALKING, BOATING

Duration:	18 NIGHTS 19 DAYS
Activity Level:	LEISURE

Rating:
Destinations:	Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Agra, Khajuraho, New Delhi, Varanasi, Jaipur, Mandawa, Pushkar, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jhansi, Kumbhalgarh

Overview

India, is country where you can witness the beautify of various cultures at various cities and states. Also, every culture here has a unique value and meaning here. The destinations of India, are not only a tourist spot where people come for leisure and go back to their origin. They do take a new experience and a memory to cherish, while they are on the way back to their respective homes. The various famous destinations of India like New Delhi, Jaipur, Khajuraho, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Kumbhalgarh, Udaipur, Pushkar, Agra, Mandawa, Varanasi. These destinations are unique in their own, each and every destination holds a different importance, which is unmatchable and irreplaceable. Like Jaipur, also known as the pink city, famous for its rich culture and heritage. Here you can enjoy the authentic food, classical music. Jaiselmer, famous for the Hawlies, which were made by the kings of old times. Jodhpur, also known as the blue city majorly known for the famous Meherangarh Fort , Jaswant Thada. Udaipur, located near to the Mount-Abu. Is majorly famous for the city palace, then the Sahelio ki Bari etc. Also Pushkar, the famous destination in Rajasthan, where the Lord Bhrama Ji is worshiped. The list doesn’t end here, there are many other places like Fatehpur Sikri which has the Darga, Agra, famous for Taj Mahal, then Orchha, located in Jhansi, which famous for the temples which were built in the 16^th and 17^thcentury. Also looking on the Khajuraho, which is one of the holiest destination of India, having temples of the ancient times, which are visited by the Indians as well as the foreign people. All these destinations of India are unique in themselves andare also they have unique characteristics, visit the vivid India and experience these wonderful gems.

Itinerary

Day-1

Arrive at Indra Gandhi International Airport. Meet our representative there. Transfer to the hotel, Check-in. Then overnight at the hotel in Delhi.

Day-2

In morning post taking a delicious breakfast at the hotel, start your tour of Delhi by visiting, Raj-Ghat, the cremation premises of Mahatma Gandhi (The Father of The Nation). Then proceed towards Jama Masjid, also drive past the area of red fort and Chandni Chowk. In afternoon visit the great piece of architecture designed by Qutub-ud-abik, i.e Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb. Post seeing these wonderful attractions take a step further and reach the area where the Amar Jawan is lit up i.e., India Gate where the retreat ceremony also takes place on Independence Day. Then proceed to get the blessing of goddess Lakshmi by visiting the Lakshmi Narayan Temple. Post that Past Drive the Parliament House and the other Government Buildings. Also visit the central hub which is one of the most famous places of Delhi to shop and eat, I.e. Connaught place. Overnight at Hotel in Delhi.

Day-3

In the morning after breakfast, check-out from the hotel. Now start your journey, towards Mandawa a town in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan majorly known for its havelis. Arrival at Mandawa, check-in the hotel, take some rest. Then start your sight seeing and visit the famous havelis of Mandawa, which are the Shekhawat Havelis. Evening at Leisure. Overnight in the hotel.

Day-4

In the morning, have breakfast at hotel, check-out and start your journey of the day towards Bikaner.Bikaner is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort housing old palace, temples and a mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. Post arrival witness the one of the most famous fort of Bikaner i.e. The Junagarh Fort. (Originally this fort was called Chintamani, later was re-named as The Junagarh Fort). Then visit the Har Mandir and the Joramal temple. Later arrive at the hotel in Bikaner, have a delicious dinner. Overnight at the hotel in Bikaner.

Day-5

In the morning, have a lip-smacking breakfast, then checkout from the hotel. Then checkout from the hotel and transfer to Jaisalmer (By road). 333 kms 6-7 hours drive. Then arrive at Jaisalmer. Transfer to the hotel. Check-in. Relax for a while. Then rest of the day is at leisure. Have a lip-smacking dinner at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Jaiselmer.

Day-6

Next morning take the delicious breakfast at the hotel, then start your tour for exploring the beautiful city of Jaisalmer. Visit the Fort, bazaars and the old mansions known as "havelis". People still live in these ancient buildings dating from 12th to 15th century. Visit the Jaisalmer Fort, Salim Ji Ki Haveli and Patwon ki Haveli. Evening at the hotel at leisure. Overnight at Jaisalmer.

Day-7

In the morning, have a lip-smacking breakfast. Then start your day post checking out from the hotel in Jaisalmer. Then start your journey towards Jodhpur. Arrive at Jodhpur, transfer to the hotel. Jodhpur is also known as “THE BLUE CITY”. Here each and every house is painted in blue colour. This place is also a gateway to the famous Thar desert of Rajasthan. Also it’s the home to the Meharangarh Fort. Arrive at Jodhpur, transport to the hotel, check-in. Relax for a while, then evening at leisure. Then have a delicious meal in dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur.

Day-8

In the morning, have the breakfast at the hotel, then start your day, by visiting the famous and one of the major forts of Jodhpur I.E Mehrangarh Fort, which is situated at an elevated hill and guarded by the giant walls, then visit the Moti Mahal (Palace of Pearls) and Phool Mahal (Palace of Flowers). These two the brightest rooms of the Mehrangarh Fort. Later visit the Jaswant Thada, which is a beautiful memorial marble, a mausoleum dedicated to the royal kings of Mewar and Umaid Public Gardens. Then arrive back to the hotel in evening, and have a lip- smacking dinner at restaurant. Overnight stay the hotel in Jodhpur

Day--9

In the morning, have a good and filling breakfast at the hotel, check-out. Proceed towards Udaipur via visiting Ranakpur. The city of Ranakpur is located 80 kms from Udaipur. Arriving at Ranakpur, visit the famous Jain Temples which were built in 15th century. This spiritual town is one of the most important pilgrim of Jain devotees. One of the main temple is Surya Temple. Arrival at Udaipur. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day-10

In the morning take a delicious breakfast at the hotel, then the tour of Udaipur begins. Visit the City Palace (Palace which was built 400 years ago situated in the Indian state of Rajasthan.). Udaipur is also said to be the Venice of the East. Visit the majestic Jagdish Temple sitting inside the city palace. Drive past the one of the most famous man made lake i.e The Fateh Sagar Lake. Visit Sahelion Ki bari.(Queen’s resort for her friends) which was made especially for the princess after her marriage to Maharaja Sangram Singh. See the culture and art at Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum).a testament of rich heritage and royalty of Mewar region. Later spend some good time at common/shared boat ride at Lake Pichola. Overnight at Udaipur.

Day-11

In the morning, have a delicious breakfast, then checkout from the hotel In Udaipur. Then start your travel towards Pushkar (by road). A small Holy town. Set on the banks of the holy lake, and has many temples, among which the most famous temple is dedicated to the Hindu God Brahma, and it is the only place where Lord Brahma is worshiped. Arrive at this holy town, transfer to the hotel, check-in and relax for a while. Then proceed to pay a visit to the Lord Brahma Temple. Attend the Aarti there, then proceed further to visit the bazaar then visit the lake. Later evening at leisure. Then arrive at the hotel. Have a delicious dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel in Pushkar.

Day-12

In the morning, have a delicious breakfast. Then checkout from the hotel in Pushkar. Then start your drive towards one of the main gem of Rajasthan, I.E. Jaipur. (By road). Arrive at Jaipur, transfer to the hotel. Check-in. then relax for a while. Later enjoy the evening at leisure. Stroll around the pink city and experice the night! Later arrive back at the hotel, and have a scrumptious dinner at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day-13

In the morning, have the ultimately delicious breakfast with a zest of Rajasthani cuisine at the hotel. Then start the day with visiting the Amber Fort. (With one way Elephant ride-to ascend). The ancient capital of the state. Also visit the sheesh Mahal OR the HALL OF VICTORY. Dazzling with Mirrors, Afternoon take a spectacular tour of Jaipur- the capital of Rajasthan. It was given a colour coat of PINK a century ago in honour of visiting Prince, know it’s also known as the Pink City. It was built by Maharaja Jai Singh the notable astronomer. This pink city is 260 years old. Visit the Maharaja’s city Palace, Observatory, and Ram Niwas Gardens. Drive past Hawa Mahal and the pink rose residential areas. Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day-14

In the morning, have a delicious breakfast, then checkout from the hotel. Start your drive to Agra, via visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri. Which was built by Akbar in 1569, then it was abandoned for 15 years due to scarcity of water, witness the magnificent buildings Including Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and Other Places. Arrive at Agra, transfer to the hotel, check-in relax and rest for a while, get comfortable at the property. Then evening at leisure, you can explore the city of Agra on your own, or can enjoy and relax at the hotel, later have a delicious dinner at the hotel. Overnight in the hotel in Agra.

Day-15

In the morning, have the breakfast, then start your day by visiting the Agra fort, then visit one of the wonders of the world, I.E Taj Mahal. (The ivory-white marble tomb, which was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, for the remains of his wife Queen Mumtaz. In1632). (Note- Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday). Later stroll around the markets of Agra shop the unique products like petha, leather products, which are specially designed in Agra, also visit Sadar Bazar where you can have the authentic food of Agra. Later arrive back to the hotel, dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay at Agra.

Day-16

In the morning, have a delicious breakfast. Then checkout from the hotel. Transfer to the railway station, to board the train, to Jhansi. Arrive at Jhansi, de-board the train, and now start travelling towards Orchha by road. Orchha's grandeur has been captured in stone, frozen in time & a rich legacy to the ages. For, on this medieval city, the hand of time has rested lightly: the palaces and the temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th century retain much of their pristine glory. Jahangir Mahal, a tiered palace crowned by graceful chhatris has a spectacular view of soaring temple spires & cenotaphs. Later continue your drive towards Khajuraho. Arrive at Khajuraho, transfer to the hotel, Check-in. Then overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.

Day-17

In the morning have a lip-smacking breakfast, then start the day to visit Khajuraho. Pay a visit to the world famous temples of Khujraho. Built by the Chandela Kings, between 950AD and 1050AD. The Most important is the Chaunset Yogini Temple, dedicate to Goddess Kali. Followed by the visit to The Mahdev temple Chitragupta or Bhartiji Temple, with a lovely image of 11 headed Lord Vishnu. Vishvanath and Nandi Temples, Lakshmana Temple, Visha Temple of Lord Shiva, which is the largest and the most typical of temples. Then pay a visit to the Eastern Group of Temples that consists of the Parasvanath Temple- The only Jain Temple surviving in Khajuraho. It has an excellent scultures on the outer walls of the sanctum, The Javeri temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The other temples which are dedicated to Brahma, Yamuna, and Adinath, later arrive back to the hotel, and checkout. Then start your drive towards the airport to board the flight to Varanasi. Arrive at Varanasi, transfer to the hotel, check-in. get comfortable at the hotel and relax for a while. Then evening at leisure. Then have a delicious dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Varanasi.

Day-18

In the morning, get up early and go for a boat excursion in the morning on the river Ganga, where people of the city bathe early in the morning. To offer their prayers to the Sun God, there are 2 cremation ghats Manikarnika and Harishchandra, where funeral pyre burns day and night. In the Hindu religion it is belived that spend your last moment in Kashi and to be cremated on the banks of river Ganges, to attain the ultimate Moksha I.E. Release from the cycle of birth and death. Then arrive back and have a delicious breakfast. Post that, begin with the tour of Varanasi and Sarnath. Proceed and pay a visit to the Bharat Mata Mandir. Dedicated to our country, Mother India. This does not have deity but a beautiful map of India carved into the marble, followed by the visit to the Durga Temple, Visit the Tulsi Manas Mandir, a temple dedicated to Lord Rama. Then visit the Banaras Hindu University, which is known for its unique Art Gallery and the mosque of the Mughal Emperor Aurangazeb, built on the site of an ancient Hindu Temple. Then proceed for the Sarnath city, where Lord Buddha gave his first session, Sarnath was a renowned school of learning from the 6th century to 12th century and now known for its Buddhist Stupas, Museums and divine temples. Then arrive at the hotel at Varanasi. The have a scrumptious dinner at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Varanasi.

Day-19

In the morning, have a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Then checkout from the hotal and transfer to the airport to board the flight to Delhi. Arrive at Delhi, then board the flight back home from the same airport.

Incl. & Excl.

INCLUSIONS: -

Breakfast all days
Dinners all Nights
All tickets for Domestic Travel

EXCLUSIONS: -

Travel Insurance
Visa and Vaccine
International Tickets

Essentials Info

VISA: - The Guests needs to have a genuine Indian Visa and a passport with minimum validity of 06 months. (NOTE: - Travel Trip Journey will not be responsible for kind of unwanted situation occurring dew to Visa of any Guest.)

WEATHER: - Since India is a vivid country with many kinds of different weathers and terrains, we sincerely advise our delighted guests to carry the appropriate outfit, for the season, in which they are arriving to India. From DECEMBER TO APRIL here its winter season, From March to November here its summer season.

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