INDIA
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Essence
of India & Nepal Duration :11 Days/ 10
Nights
Destination 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 IC-813 1115/1300
HOURS 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. BHATGAON
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 IC-751 1455/1535 HOURS 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 IC-7408 1220/1300 HOURS
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 SURF 238 KMS 05 HOURS 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 SURF 238 KMS 05 HOURS
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
Day 12 : DELHI Onward
destination
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12 Nights
Destination Covered: Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Khajuraho,
Varanasi, Kathmandu, Delhi, Kathmandu, Pokhra, Chitwan, Kathmandu, Delhi
Day
01 : ARRIVE DELHI
Meeting and assistance at the airport upon
arrival and transfer to HOTEL.OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.
Day 02:
DELHI Breakfast at the hotel.Morning, sightseeing tour of Old Delhi
visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial at the site where Mahatma Gandhi was
cremated; Jama Mosque - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once
the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.Afternoon sightseeing
tour of New Delhi 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 THE HOTEL..
Day 03: DELHI -
JAIPUR Breakfast at the hotel.Drive from Delhi to Jaipur (270
kms/6-7 hours) via Samode. Lunch at Hotel Samode Palace, Samode.Continue
your drive to Jaipur and upon arrival check-in at: HOTEL.OVERNIGHT AT THE
HOTEL.
Day 04: JAIPUR Breakfast at the hotel.Morning
excursion to Amber Fort. Make your ascent to the palace fortress on the
gaily caparisoned elephant back..Afternoon 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.OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.
Day
05: JAIPUR-AGRA
Breakfast at the hotel.Morning drive from Jaipur to
Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri (221 kms/6 hours) - the deserted, red
sandstone city that as built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in
the 16th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza (The Gate of Victory); set
in the south wall, one of the greatest monuments of the Mughal empire and
one of the finest Mughal buildings. It is 56.3 meters (176 ft) high, the
effect of which is enhanced by a great flight of steps on the outside. It is
a spectacular mass of masonry, which dominates the entire city, pierced by a
huge central arch, and crowned by a romantic array of domed kiosks.Continue
your drive to Agra and upon arrival check-in at: HOTELRest of the day at
leisure.OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.
Day 06: AGRA
Breakfast at the hotel.Morning visit TAJ MAHAL: one of the seven wonders of
the world, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved consort
Mumtaz Mahal, this beautiful mausoleum in pure white marble is an
architectural marvel. Also visit AGRA FORT: Built by Emperor Akbar, the maze
of courtyards, mosques and private chambers of the fort echo the story of
the Mughal empire.
The Moti Masjid and other magnificent buildings
reflect the skill of the ancient Indian architects and artists.Afternoon
visit Sikandra. The mausoleum of Akbar which lies the centre of a huge
garden, which is enclosed by high, battlemented walls pierced on each side
by four gateways built of red sand stones with arched recesses inlaid with
marble mosaics. Crowing each corner of the gateway are four marble minarets,
each of three storeys, forerunners of those on the Taj and the first of this
type to appear in Northern India. The burial chamber is reached by a
corridor which leads deep into the heart of the building. OVERNIGHT AT THE
HOTEL.
Day 07: AGRA-KHAJURAHO Breakfast at the
hotel.Transfer from hotel to the airport in time for:
Lv: Agra at 1115
hours by CD-7407
Ar: Khajuraho at 1155 hours
Meeting and
assistance upon arrival and transfer from airport to HOTEL.Afternoon free
for independent activities.OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. .
Day
08 : KHAJURAHO Breakfast at the hotel.Morning, sightseeing tour of
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. Afternoon at leisure.OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.
Day 09: KHAJURAHO-VARANASI Breakfast at the
hotel.Transfer from hotel to the airport in time for:
Lv: Khajuraho at
1215 hours by CD-7407
Ar: Varanasi at 1255 hours.
Meeting and
assistance upon arrival and transfer from airport to HOTEL.Afternoon,
sightseeing tour of the holy city of Varanasi. Visit to 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. OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.
Day 10:
VARANASI-KATHMANDU 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.Breakfast at the hotel.Transfer from hotel to the airport in
time for:
Lv: Varanasi at 1255 hours by IC-752
Ar: Kathmandu at
1405 hours.
Meeting and assistance at the airport upon arrival and
transfer from airport to HOTEL.OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.
Day
11: KATHMANDU Breakfast at the hotel.Morning sightseeing tour of
Kathmandu visiting the Durbar Square to see the fine examples of Nepalese
architecture in Kathmandu's Palaces and pagodas. Also visit Ason Tole, a
typical Nepalese market place.Afternoon excursion to the imposing 2,000 year
old stupa at Swayambhunath, majestically set high on a hill overlooking the
Kathmandu Valley.OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.
Day
12: KATHMANDU
Breakfast at the hotel.Morning, drive through the
Nepalese countryside and visit 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 excursion to 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.OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.
Day 13:
KATHMANDU-DELHI-ABROAD Breakfast at the hotel.Morning at
leisure.Afternoon transfer from hotel to the airport in time for:
Lv:
Kathmandu at 1350 hours by IC-814
Ar: Delhi at 1515 hours
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