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As the name suggest the tour covers all the highlights of North India. Beginning with a visit to Delhi, the short flight takes you to Varanasi the most spiritual city in India where you witness the glorious temples and stupas at Sarnath. A boat ride on the placid Ganges is a memento.
A visit to the well known and mythologically stamped Khajuraho temples needs no word to express. The tempo builds on as we reach the home of the Taj - Agra - a city of markets dotted with marble miniature of the wonder. From Agra moving on to Rajasthan - Jaipur and Udaipur - famous for rich cultural experience.
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Tour Itinerary: |
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Day 01: (Arrival) Delhi..
Welcome to Delhi, India! a monumental city with a vibrant mix of old and new teeming bazaars, stately British boulevards, powerful Mughal palaces and forts, and intricate, ethereal towers, temples and tombs.
You will be met on arrival at the international airport by a representative of Indus Travels and escorted by private vehicle to the hotel. While the room keys and check-in are organized, our representative will brief you about the tour program and hand over the documents to you. Overnight stay in Delhi.
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Day 02: Delhi.
Our adventure begins in Old Delhi, the Mughal capital established by Shah Jahan in 1638. At the famous Red Fort, where Jawaharlal Nehru unfurled the flag of newly-independent India on August 15, 1947, we trade our car for bicycle rickshaws. Weaving through the warren of crooked, congested alleys off Chandni Chowk, one of India's oldest and busiest bazaars, we will see that the traditional workmanship for which India is well known still thrives. We will also visit Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi's serene and evocative cremation site, and the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India. Afternoon visit Qutb Minar, a stunning 240-foot minaret - the tallest in the world - surrounded by an elaborate complex built in the Indo-Islamic architectural tradition. Overnight at the hotel.
Optional: In Delhi and several other places on the tour, there will be an option to visit an orphanage, school or project for under-privileged children; or a women's cooperative. |
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Day 03: - Delhi - Varanasi. (9W 723: 1040/1300 HRS).
After breakfast tranfer to Delhi airport to catch our flight to the ancient city of Varanasi, the center of Hindu culture. A holy city dedicated to Shiva, Varanasi has survived the centuries because of its sanctified place in Indian religious life. Late this afternoon take an excursion to the Buddhist pilgrimage site of Sarnath. At the museum, see excavated pillars from the Maurya dynasty (323-185 B.C.) and ancient stupas. Late evening cruise the Ganges River at sunset to witness the evening aarti prayer ritual. Overnight at the hotel. |
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Day 04: Varanasi.
Take an early morning boat ride to see pilgrims gathering on the ghats to bathe in the sacred Ganges as the city begins to come alive in the misty light of dawn. Late breakfast, then take a walk through the narrow lanes of the old city. Rest of the day at leisure or pick an INDUS EXEPERIENCE of your choice in Varanasi. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 05: Varanasi - Khajuraho (9W 723: 1220/1300 HRS).
Morning transfer to Varanasi airport to connect flight to Khajuraho. Upon arrival at Khajuraho, met and transferred to hotel. Overnight: at hotel. |
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Day 06: Khajuraho.
Morning half-day tour of Eastern group of Temples. Evening free for independent activities. (Optional) sound and light show at Western group of temples. Overnight at hotel. |
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Day 07: Khajuraho - Jhansi : By Surface 180 Kms. 5 hrs.
Jhansi - Agra : By train Shatabdi express at 1805/2035 hrs.
Morning at leisure and later in time transfer to Jhansi station (approximately 05 hours drive) to connect Shatabdi Express train to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
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Day 08: Agra.
Visit the Taj to witness its shifting facades at sunrise. After breakfast, we set out to explore the Agra Fort, the work of Akbar the Great, who built it over the course of eight years (1565-1573). The fort was successively occupied by Emperors Jahangir and Shah Jahan; the latter died here, imprisoned by his son, left to gaze at the Taj Mahal he had built.
After lunch we cross the Yamuna River to visit Itmad ud Daula. The mausoleum was built by Queen Nur Jahan in 1622 in memory of her father. It is a notable representation of the fine inlaid stonework and translucent marble. Many historians believe that this monument was Shah Jahan's inspiration for building the Taj and is often described as the "petite Taj." Overnight at the hotel. |
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Day 09: Agra - Jaipur : By Surface 236 kms. 5 hrs. + Sightseeing tour of Fatehpur Sikri.
Travel overland to Jaipur with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the ghost city built in 1569. Today it is completely deserted and left in solitude as a reminder of older times. Arrive in Jaipur, check-in hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel. |
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Day 10: Jaipur.
This morning we will drive a short distance outside of the city to Amber Fort and Palace. Perched on a hillside on the outskirts of town, the palace was constructed in the 1590s by Maharaja Man Singh, the commander of Akbar's army, and was largely motivated by the highly defensible location. This is a beautiful and very well preserved structure, built on four levels and surrounded by ruins, which served as the backdrop for the Mira Nair movie "Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love." And in the afternoon we return to the city for a look at the grand Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). This magnificent structure was built to allow the royal ladies of the palace to discretely watch the grand processions along the main street, City Palace and impressive Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory built in the early 1700s by Maharaja Jai Sing II, the great warrior-astronomer to which this city owes its name. Overnight at the hotel. |
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Day 11: Jaipur - Udaipur By Surface 370 Kms. 7 hrs.
Morning drive to Udaipur, on arrival check-in at Hotel. Udaipur - the city of lakes. With its fairy-tale palaces, attractive lakes and gardens, Udaipur, is a wonderful experience. The remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel. |
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Day 12: Udaipur.
We begin our day at the City Palace, overlooking the blue waters of Lake Pichola. Maharana Udai Singh initiated construction in 1559 A.D., and it was subsequently expanded, with impressive uniformity, by several succeeding Maharanas. The palace consists of a number of beautiful courtyards and gardens. The main hall has been converted into a museum, housing opulent artifacts and original works of art. Inside the complex we will find the exquisite crystal gallery, exhibiting 19th century pieces including crystal chandeliers, tables, sofas and beds. We will continue walking towards the Jagdish Temple to study its many remarkable friezes. Lavishly built in 1651 by Maharana Jagat Singh, it is easy to understand why Jagdish is the most venerated Hindu temple in Udaipur. Later we will explore the Old City, wandering through its bustling streets lined with art shops, spice vendors, tailors and more. Overnight at the hotel
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Day 13: Udaipur- Mumbai 9W 709 at 0820 / 0935 hrs..
Morning transferred to Udaipur airport to connect flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival at Mumbai, met and transferred to hotel. Later half day city sight seeing. Overnight at hotel. |
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Day 14: DEPART MUMBAI.
This morning transfer in time to airport to connect with onward flight. |
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(END OF OUR SERVICES) |
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| TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: |
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Accommodation on Single, Twin, Triple Sharing Basis. |
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Daily Buffet Breakfast. |
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Early morning boat ride at river Ganges (Common Boat) Varanasi. |
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Train between Jhansi Agra by A/C Chair Car. |
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Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur (Subject to availability of Elephant) |
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Boat Ride at Lake Pichola, Udaipur (common boat) (subject to water level) |
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Rickshaw ride in Jaipur |
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Sunrise tour of Taj Mahal, Agra. (Closed on Friday) |
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Visit to Abhaneri step well. |
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All transfers / tours and excursions by one AC chauffeur driven Small Car for 1 & 2 Pax and Innova for 3 Pax. |
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Monuments entrances fees (1 time visit fees) |
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Sightseeing as per package details. |
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Service of one English speaking local guide during all sightseeing tours. |
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All Currently Applicable taxes. |
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| PACKAGE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: |
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Meals at hotels except those listed in above inclusions |
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Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, etc. |
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Cameras fees. |
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Any Domestic/International flight. |
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All other than those listed in above inclusions. |
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