Duration: 10
Nights / 11 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi,
Kathmandu, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Jhansi, Agra, Jaipur, Delhi.
Day 01 : Delhi
Flight
to Delhi .
Day 02: Arrive Delhi
Assistance on arrival transfer to Hotel, rest of the night at Hotel. Morning
old city sightseeing visiting the Raj Ghat, the 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. (Red Fort is Closed on
Monday) Afternoon New Delhi city sightsseing visiting the Humayun's Tomb, the
Qutub Minar. Drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing
India Gate, Parliament House and the President's Residence and end the tour
with a drive through Diplomatic Enclave. Overnight at Hotel.
Option: Witness Indian Classical Dance Performance followed by Thali
dinner at typical Indian restaurant (Haveli) at Hotel Taj Mahal.
Day 03 : Delhi / Kathmandu
Morning transfer to Airport to connect the flight to Kathmandu, on arrival Transfer
to Hotel Rest of the day at Leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04 : Kathmandu
Morning
sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, the unique and fascinating capital of the Himalayan
Kingdom of Nepal. First visit the imposing 2000 year old stupa at Swayambhunath,
majestically set high on a hill overlooking the valley. Then drive to the central
Durbar Square to see fine examples of Nepalese architecture in Kathmandu's palaces
and pagodas.
Also visit Ason Tole, a typical Nepalese market place.
AFTERNOON BAHKTAPUR/PASHUPATINATH/BOUDHNATH
Bodhnath:
Excursion to Bodhnath, 8 kms from Kathmandu this colossal stupa, is one of the
biggest in the world, is built on an octagonal base. It too has the all seeing
eyes of the Buddha, inset with prayer wheels. The shrine is ringed by housesof
the Goddess Mani Jogini and lamas or Buddhist priests.
Bhagaon:
Bhatgaon (Bhaktapur- the City of Devotees) is a centre of medieval art and
architecture. The legendary city was founded by King Ananda Deva in 889 AD
and is shaped like a conch-shell. Pottery and weaving are its traditional
industries. Visit Durbar Square and Nyatapala Temple -- a 5 storied pagoda
style temple.
Pashupatinath
Excursion
to Pashupatinath, dedicated to Lord Shiva this Pagoda style temple is situated
on the bank of the sacred Bagmati river. Pashupatinath is the centre of an annual
pilgrimage on the day of Shivratri. Tourists can view the temple from the eastern
side of the Bagmati river.
Day 05: Kathmandu / Varanasi
Morning Patan , known as the "City of Grace and Fine Arts". Here you
will be able to see Patan's interesting and beautiful pieces of art and architecture.
Also visit the particularly interesting Tibetan Refugee Craft Center. Afternoon
transfer airport to connect the flight to Varanasi, on arrival transfer to Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 : Varanasi /Khajuraho
Early morning, drive to Daswamedh Ghat and take a boat ride on the sacred
river Ganges. Continue by boat to see burning and bathing Ghats. Followed
by sightseeing tour of the holy city of Varanasi. Visit some of the many Hindu
Temples that line the river Ganges. Stroll along the narrow lanes and bazaars
full of shops selling, among other things, the world-famous Banaras Silks.
Later Transfer to airport to connect the flight to Khajuraho, on arrival transfer
Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 07 : Khajuraho / Jhansi Agra
Morning
sightseeing visit the famous Chandela Dynasty Temples which are set in a lovely
grassy park. The Temples are quite amazing - rising in many peaks and spirals,
intricately carved and designed with statues and friezes, some of which are
the renowned erotic carvings.
Later Transfer to Jhansi Railway Station Enroute visit Orchha. Orchha's grandeur
has been captured in stone, frozen in time; a rich legacy to the ages.Strewn
and around Orchha, are numerous shrines and memorials which contribute to
the nostalgic beauty of the place.
Visit in Jehangir Mahal, Laxminarayan Temple, Phool Bagh, Chaturbhuj Temple,
Raj Mahal, etc. Later Continue to Jhansi Railway Station to board the Shatabdi
Express to Agra, on arrival transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 08 : Agra
Morning city sightseeing visiting the impressive Agra Fort and the most perfect
architectural monument in the world - The Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal - the mausoleum of Empress Mumtaz Mahal, the beloved spouse of Shah
Jahan, who died in 1630.The Taj is remarkable for its perfect proportions
and rich pietra dura, with minute details executed with great skill. The building,
often styled "a dream in marble" is said to have taken at least
22 years (1631-1653) to build. ( Closed on Friday) Agra Fort - which lies
on the bend of the River Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town.
Day 09 : Agra / Jaipur / Agra
Later
drive to Jaipur Enroute visit Fateh Pur Sikri Fatehpur Sikri - the deserted,
red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace
in the late 16th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza the largest gateway
in the world.
On arrival Check In hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel
Day 10 : Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort. Make your ascent to the palace fortress on
the gaily caparisoned elephant back. Tour the chambers and hallways of the
palace which are famous for the excellence of their design and decoration.
Day 11 : Jaipur / Delhi /
Morning tour of Jaipur, known as "The Pink City of Rajasthan". Visit
the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory, which was built in the 1700's, yet even
today still looks futuristic or almost surrealistic; the City Palace and its
Museum, the Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds. Afternoon drive to Delhi, on
arrival transfer to International Airport to connect the onward flights.
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