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Delhi
- Jaipur - Agra - Gwalior - Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu ( 15 Nights / 16 Days )
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Day
01 / Arrival Delhi
Arrive Delhi , meet assist at the airport & transfer to hotel.
Night stay in Delhi.
Day
02 / Delhi
After a leisurely breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of New
Delhi where ornate buildings recall the days when India was the
Jewel in the crown of the British empire. Visit the 11th century
Qutab Minar , India Gate and the grand government buildings, the
President’s House , Mahatama Gandhi Memorial . Also visit
Laxmi Narayan temple popularly known as Birla Temple. Night stay
in Delhi.
Day
03 / Delhi - Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur, the fabled “pink city”
of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharaja of Jaipur.
Arrive Jaipur & transfer to hotel. Later visit the City Palace
- the royal residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur and is known for
its stunning architecture, it also houses a museum later enjoy
the dinner at Chokhi dani (an ethnic village resort) where you
will have an idea of the village life of Rajasthan here you will
also enjoy various traditional Rajasthani dances, puppet show
and various other interesting activities. Night stay in Jaipur.
Day
04 / Jaipur
After a leisurely breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Jaipur
visiting the majestic Amber Fort where you ride upon Elephants
back to the former capital of the royals set against the backdrop
of the wooded hills. Post lunch tour of Palace of Winds also known
as Hawa Mahal, this elaborate building, now little more than a
façade, is encrusted with delicate screens and carved balconies
from which the royal ladies, confined to their quarters, could
sneak views of the outside world. Past, present and future merge
at Jai Singh's observatory, where time has been accurately measured
since the 17th century. Evening free to explore the colourful
bazaars where one can shop for various handicrafts. Night stay
in Jaipur.
Day
05 / Jaipur - Agra
Morning drive to Agra via Fatehpur sikri , a perfectly preserved
red sandstone “ghost town” which was the estranged
capital of mughal emperor Akbar, built in 1569 and deserted when
its water supply failed. Arrive Agra by lunch and transfer to
hotel. After lunch visit Agra Fort- a hilltop citadel with fabulous
courtyards, fountains and gates. Evening free to explore the Agra’s
rich heritage of handicrafts in its markets. Night stay in Agra.
Day
06 / Agra
Early morning visit the magnificient Taj Mahal at sunrise- one
of the seven wonders of the world surely the most extravagant
expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over
17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife continue
visiting the Agra Fort- a hilltop citadel with fabulous courtyards,
fountains and gates. Night stay in Agra.
Day
07 / Agra - Gwalior (by train) Gwalior- Orchha (by surface)
Morning transfer to railway station to board the train to Gwalior,
arrive Gwalior, meet at the railway station & proceed for
sightseeing tour of Gwalior known for its spectacular hilltop
citadel. Within walls lie Jain statues, Rajput Palaces, Hindu
temples and a Victorian school. Later drive to Orchha , a historical
site with magnificient temples and monuments. Some of the palaces
were decorated with painted murals which represent the finest
flowering of the Bundela school of painting. Night stay in Orchha.
Day
08 / Orchha - Khajuraho
After breakfast drive to Khajuraho Khajuraho- the legendary temples
of khajuraho are an incomparable experience. Acknowledged as one
of the world’s artistic wonders, these temples dedicated
to the Hindu pantheon of Gods are covered in carvings that are
a paean to life and love. Built within a short span of a hundred
years by the Chandela Rajputs, the 10th century temples lay forgotten
until they were discovered in the present century. Khajuraho has
achieved fame for the sensual appeal of its erotic sculptures.
Arrive Khajuraho and transfer to hotel.Night stay in Khajuraho.
Day
09/ Khajuraho
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of khajuraho- famous
for the legendary temples of khajuraho built in the 9th and the
10th century. Acknowledged as one of the world’s artistic
wonders. Khajuraho has achieved fame for the sensual appeal of
its erotic sculptures. Night stay in Khajuraho.
Day 10/ Khajuraho - Varanasi (by train)
After a relaxed breakfast transfer to airport to connect flight
to Varanasi - said to be the India’s most sacred city situated
on the western bank of the holy river Ganga. It is also the oldest
living city in the world. As a place for devotion and worship,
with hundreds of temples dotting the city , sunrise on the river
front as seen from a boat can be a spiritually uplifting sight.
It has a fascination uniquely its own, a quality of sublime beauty,
a timeless eternal appeal. Varanasi is the city which cannot be
described, only experienced. Arrive Varanasi and transfer to hotel.
Later half day sightseeing tour of varanasi visiting the temples
and in the evening view “Aarti” ceremony on the Ghats.
Night stay in Varanasi.
Day
11/ Varanasi
Morning boat cruise at the river Ganges to observe the way of
life of pilgrims by the Ghats. Later excursion to Sarnath, 10kms.
East of Varanasi, is one of the Buddhism’s major centers
of India. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha came to Sarnath
where he gave his first sermon. Visit the deer park and the museum
and later back to Varanasi. Night stay in Varanasi.
Day
12/ Varanasi - Kathmandu (By flight)
After breakfast transfer to the Airport to connect flight for
Kathmandu- the capital town of Nepal, the house of the highest
mountains, kathmandu is as much steeped in beauty as in the history
of this wonderland. The place has ever since been the center for
art, crafts, culture and a rich heritage. Arrive Kathmandu, meet
& assist at the airport & transfer to hotel. Night stay
in Kathmandu.
Day
13 / Kathmandu
After breakfast Sightseeing tour of the KATHMANDU CITY - The Hanumandhoka
- Kathmandu's Durbar Square is the historic seat of royalty. The
Durbar Square with its old temples and palaces epitomises the
religious and cultural life of the people. It is here that kings
of Nepal are crowned and their coronations solemnized. Also visit
the Taleju Temple built by King Mahendra Malla in 1549 AD, the
temple of Kal Bhairav - the God of destruction and the temple
of Kumari (Vestal Virgin) or the Living Goddess - represents a
very ancient Hindu deity of Nepal locally known as Taleju is Buddhist
by birth. The Kumari acknowledges greetings from her balcony window.
Once a year during Indra Jatra festival, the King of Nepal seeks
the Kumari's blessing. Kasthamandap - Located near the Kumari
Temple is said to be built from the wood of a single tree from
the city. The city of Kathmandu derives its name from this temple.
The Kathmandu Durbar Square was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage
Monument List in 1979.
BOUDDHANATH
STUPA The stupa of Bouddhanath lies 8 kms east of Kathmandu.
This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the biggest in the world,
and is the centre of Tibetan Buddism in Nepal. Listed in the UNESCO
World Heritage Monument List in 1979.
PASUPATINATH TEMPLE This important Hindu temple
is the temple of Lord Shiva, The temple with a two tiered golden
roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines
for Hindus. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple,
visitors can witness the activities performed in the temple premises
from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River. The temple was listed
in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979. Evening at
leisure. Night stay in Kathmandu.
Day 14/ Kathmandu
After breakfast visit SWAYAMBHUNATH STUPA- the oldest Buddhist
shrine. It is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four
sides of the spire's base are the all - seeing eyes of Lord Buddha.
It is 3 km west of Kathmandu City and is situated on a hillock
about 77 m above the level of Kathmandu Valley and commands an
excellent view of the Valley. This Stupa is the oldest of its
kind in Nepal. It was also listed in the UNESCO World Heritage
Monument List in 1979.
Evening transfer to Nepalese Restaurant Bhanchaghar for a Traditional
Nepali Welcome reception and dinner. Here you will have the opportunity
to enjoy a live Nepalese Cultural programme performed by beautiful
young girls dressed in ethnic traditional Nepalese costumes and
jewelry representing various parts of Nepal. Dinner will follow
this programme. Night stay in Kathmandu.
Day
15/ Kathmandu - Delhi
Morning transfer to airport to board the flight for Delhi . Arrive
Delhi & transfer to hotel. Evening explore the local markets
etc. for last minute shopping activities. Night stay in Delhi
Day
16 / Departure
Transfer in time to the airport to connect the flight back home.
Cost
Per Person |
| |
16
Apr 07- 31 Aug 07 |
01
Sep 07- 15 Apr 08 |
| Luxury |
Twin |
NA |
USD 3975 |
| Royal |
Twin |
USD 2396 |
USD 2418 |
| Classic |
Twin |
USD 1603 |
USD 1665 |
| Economy |
Twin |
USD 1086 |
USD 1185 |
| There will be a supplement
charge during Christmas Eve and New year Eve. |
** Twin- Cost per person
on twin sharing for minimum two person traveling.
Cost includes :
» 15 nights accommodation as per the itinerary with daily breakfast.
» Train tickets for Agra-Jhansi in airconditioned chair car.
» Surface Travel by exclusive airconditioned car.
» All transfers, sightseeing as per the itinerary.
» Local English speaking guides.
» Elephant ride in Jaipur ( Subject to availability), Boat ride in Varanasi.
» All taxes, driver allowances, parking etc.
Cost does not include :
» Entrance fee to monuments.
» Any airfare.
» Any meals except breakfast.
» Tips, beverages, laundry etc.
» Any item not shown in cost Includes
INTERNAL FLIGHTS / COST PER PERSON
Khajuraho - Varanasi -Kathmandu-Delhi : USD 415 per person in economy class.
Airfares are subject to change any time without any prior notice.
Hotels Selected - Luxury
Delhi : The Oberoi / Imperial
Agra : Amar Vilas
Jaipur : RajVilas
Orchha : Amar Mahal / Orchha Resort
Varanasi : Taj Ganges
Khajuraho : The Grand Temple View
Kathmandu : Dwarika's
Hotels Selected - Royal
Delhi : Nikko / The Grand Intercontinental / The Grand
Agra : Jay Pee Palace / Taj View / Trident
Jaipur : Hotel Trident / Le Meridien
Orchha : Amar Mahal / Orchha Resort
Khajuraho : Taj Chandela / Jass Radisson
Varanasi : Taj Ganges / Radisson
Kathmandu : Radisson / Soaltee
Hotels Selected - Classic
Delhi : The Connaught / Hotel City Park / Hotel Marina
Agra : Agra Ashok / Clarks / Howard Park Plaza
Jaipur : Hotel Jaipur Palace / Wall Street / Hotel Clarks Amer / KK Royal Days
Orchha : Amar Mahal / Orchha Resort
Khajuraho : Clarks/ Holiday Inn
Varanasi : Clarks Varanasi
Kathmandu : Everest / Annapurna
Hotels Selected - Economy
Delhi : Hotel Dream Inn / Apra
Agra : Royale Residency / Deedar-e-Taj
Jaipur : Maurya Palace / Royal Plazzo
Orchha : Amar Mahal / Orchha Resort
Khajuraho : Green wood
Varanasi : Kashika / Hotel India
Kathmandu : Manati / Gangjong
Special care is taken while selecting the hotels , As you may be aware that prices for same category of hotels are NOT the same , we select the hotels based on the quality & services & not just because it is a 4 * or 5 * hotel, Thatswhy some hotels listed in our classic catergory ( 4 * ) are actual 5 * hotels but we use them in 4 * categories. Hotels are subject to availability , please note that due to peak season starting from Oct onwards , most of hotels in 4 * -- 5* category are already fully booked for many dates starting from october , Once you finalise the booking, we shall start booking the hotels . It may be possible that we may have to go for a higher / lower category of hotels/ rooms in any place & we shall advice you of any supplement / reduction in the price. For Luxury Hotels Suppliment charge 16 nov. to 30th nov., 20 Dec. to 5th jan 2008.and 1st feb. to 29th feb.
