Ethnic Rajasthan With Taj And Varanasi
Duration : 15 Nights / 16 Days
Destination : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Jojawar - Luni - Udaipur - Bundi - Varanasi - Delhi
Arrive in Delhi international airport, where our representative will meet you at the arrival gates inside the airport and assist you to your hotel. (night flight or early morning on Day 02). Check in at the hotel (Check in timings 1400 hours).
Day 02 : Arrive DelhiBreakfast in the hotel. Later at 1000 hours start a sightseeing of Delhi (Old and New).
Delhi is a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with crumbling havelis and formidable mosques. In contrast, the imperial city of New Delhi created by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings. Delhi has been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires for about a millennium. Many a times the city was built, destroyed and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, a number of Delhi's rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then as creators.
India Gate, Delhi
The city's importance lies not just in its past glory as the seat of empires and magnificent monuments, but also in the rich and diverse cultures. No wonder chroniclers of Delhi culture – from Chand Bardai and Amir Khusro to present day writers – have never been at a loss for topics. In Delhi, you will discover that the city is sprinkled with dazzling gems: captivating ancient monuments, fascinating museums and art galleries, architectural wonders, a vivacious performing-arts scene, fabulous eating places and bustling markets. Delhi has been the political hub of India. Every political activity in the country traces its roots here. This was true even of the mythological era. The Pandavas of the Mahabharata had their capital at Indraprastha, which is believed to have been geographically located in today's Delhi.
Breakfast in the hotel, later a sightseeing tour of Delhi visiting Old Delhi, Jama Mosque, Red fort, Raj ghat, India gate, Presidential complex, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple and few bustling markets like Delhi Haat etc.
*** Red fort closed on Monday
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel, later drive to Agra – The City of Taj. Upon arrival visit Taj Mahal.
The Taj Mahal is the eternal of love, built in white marble by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his Emperor Mumtaz Mahal.
The Taj Mahal reigns supreme as one of the most recognizable and iconic images of India. Its delicate minarets, gracefully curved archways and domes have led many to make the pilgrimage to stand at its entrance and wonder at its grandeur. The wonder isn't only found in its construction. Here stands a building that is as rich in history as it is in opulent marble.
*** Taj Mahal closed on Friday (The visit to Taj Mahal will be adjusted in case the day of visit falls on Friday)
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel, later drive to Jaipur en-route visiting Fatehpur sikri "abandoned city".
Proceed towards Fatehpur sikri : It is a fascinating ghost city built in the 16th century, 37 km from Agra.
This historic site was founded by Akbar the great, who at 26 years did not have a heir. He went to a saint, Shaikh Salim Chishti who lived in a city called Sikri. His blessing gave Akbar 3 sons. As a gesture, Akbar built a whole new city in Sikri. It was built between 1569 and 1585 and was intended to be the joint capital with Agra, but was soon deserted because the water system could not support any residents. It remained untouched for over 400 years now and its palaces are a remainder of the extravagance of the Mughals.
Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in at hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Amber Fort and Jeep ride with guide. Amber, built by Man Singh, embodies the Rajput belief that the fort ymbolizes the strength of the King. Its commanding view, sheer walls and rock face, and the curved route that leads to the palaces within, all point to concern with security and defence. Afternoon proceed for half day city tour of Jaipur visiting Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Albert Hall. Here you will see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) with its incredible façade of balconies and pierced screens, the Jantar Mantar (the Observatory), and the City Palace Musuem.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel. Later drive to Jojawar which is a small and beautiful village located in Pali district. The place offers a great stay to the foreign tourists and a range of activities like village walk, Horse ride, Jeep ride are available (all activities are on direct payment basis).
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel. After breakfast visit Jojawar fort and later drive to Luni. Upon arrival check in at the hotel.
About Luni : The little charming village of Luni is situated at a distance of 35 kms from Jodhpur. The artisans inhabiting the village are still pursuing their ancestral profession of fashioning metal, clay or wood into intricate forms.
Jaswant Thada, Jodhpur
Fort Chanwa of Luni is an exceptional example of Indian architecture, carved in famous red sandstone of Jodhpur. This fort is considered as an architectural masterpiece. It has beautifully designed complex of courtyards, towers, waterwheels, passages and panoramic rooftops. The fort has been converted into a heritage hotel; it still remains an obscure but a 'must-see' tourist destination.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel. After breakfast an excursion trip to Jodhpur visiting Mehrangarh fort, Jaswant Thada.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel. Later drive to Udaipur, enroute visiting Rajakpur Jain temples:
The Chaturmukha Jain Temple of Ranakpur In the heart of the remote and enchanting valley of the Arvallis, skirting the rivulet Maghai and enveloped in the solitude of the surrounding forest, stands, in solemn grandeur, the Chaturmukha Jain Temple of Rishabhadeva. Placed on a lofty plinth, the three-storeyed marble edifice, to which the genius of the artist has imparted exquisite artistic grace, and which his deep devotion has endowed with serene spiritual dignity is, verily, a poem in stone. Majestic yet in complete harmony with Mother Nature, in whose beautiful lap it rests, this magnificent monument of devotional architecture seems bathed in celestial bliss.
The very hills around, dwarfed by its imposing bearing, appear absorbed in mute meditation, as if spell-bound. The concord achieved between the bounteous generosity of Nature and man's creative expression of gratitude, stands uniquely symbolised in this Divine Creation. To behold this holy shrine in its spectacularly sublime settingis to experience instant uplifting of the soul.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel, later a sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting City Palace, Saheliyo-ki-bari, Lake pichola, fatehsagar lake etc.
In the evening enjoy a motor-boat ride on lake pichola.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Chittorgarh Fort, Udaipur
Breakfast in the hotel and drive to Pushkar. Enroute visit Chittorgarh
(Chittorgarh fort, Vijay stambh).
Continue drive to Pushkar, upon arrival check in at the hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel, followed by a sightseeing tour of Pushkar visiting Brahma temple (one and only temple in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma "The creator"). Roam around the local markets which have their own charm. Lord Vishnu temple, Lord Shiva temple and Ajay Palji temple.
Evening Aarti on the banks of beautiful Pushkar lake.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Early morning at 0530 or 0600 hours leave for Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi transfer to the airport to board the flight to Varanasi.
Flight to Varanasi and arrive at Varanasi, where our representative will meet you at the airport and assist you till your hotel & check-in process.
In the evening, we will take you to attend the evening Aarti on the banks of sacred river Ganges. (If time permits, otherwise we will do it the next day)
Overnight at the Hotel.
Early morning boat ride on river Ganges followed by a sightseeing tour of Varanasi, Bharat Mata temple, Benaras Hindu University etc.
Later in the afternoon visit Sarnath (Sarnath, located just 12 km from the Hindu holy city of Varanasi, is the site of the deer park where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma after his enlightenment. Sarnath is one of four holy Buddhist sites sanctioned by the Buddha himself for pilgrimage)
Overnight at the Hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel. Check out and transfer to the airport to board the flight to Delhi. In Delhi our representative will meet you and take you to your hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.
In time departure to the International airport to board the flight to onward destination.
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