A Journey Through India’s Cultural Heart

Duration

26

Max People

50

Min Age

5+

Pick Up

Airport/ Railway Station

Overview :

If you are planning to see the cultural India then our 25 nights / 26 days itinerary is a perfect blend for you.  You will explore the Palaces, forts , temples , Havelis ,  dance show, Aravali Hills along with the beautiful dream city of Mumbai.

 

Highlights :

Drive pass from Red fort , President House , visit Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk , India Gate .

Food walk tour in Delhi

Visit City of Lakes – City palace , Sahelion Ki Bari and enjoy a boat ride at Lake Pichola.

Enjoy a cultural dance show at Bagore Ki Haveli

Visit Ranakpur Jain temple.

Jeep safari at Bishnoi Village

Visit Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada

Enjoy an elephant ride at Amber Fort , visit City Palace , Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal

Visit a symbol of Eternal Love – Taj Mahal .

Temple Complex – Kandariya Mahadeo, Chaunsat Yogini & others, Jeep Safari at Panna National park. Sound & Light Show

Excursion to Sarnath, Boat Ride & Explore ghats in Ganges

Gateway of India , Prince Wales Museum & Marine Drive.

Included/Excluded

  • 25 nights’ stay at a well - appointed hotels based on double/twin sharing basis.
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel.
  • Assistance on arrival and departure.
  • Between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in each city or area by private air-conditioned vehicle [Air-conditioned Toyota Innova] with a well knowledgeable driver as per program mentioned in the itinerary.
  • English speaking guide throughout the tour during the sightseeing.
  • Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk , Delhi
  • Food Walk in Delhi.
  • Enjoy a sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola, Udaipur
  • Cultural dance show in Bagore Ki Haveli, Udaipur.
  • Bishnoi Jeep Safari in Jodhpur
  • Rural Ramble ride in Deogarh.
  • Rural Train ride in Deogarh
  • Elephant Ride in Amer Fort, Jaipur.
  • Cooking demonstration & dinner with a traditional Indian family in Jaipur
  • Train fare between Agra - Jhasi by chair car.
  • Jeep Safari in Panna National park, Khajuraho.
  • Light & Sound Show in Khajuraho Temple.
  • Boat ride in Ganges, Varanasi
  • Food Walk tour in Varanasi.
  • Evening Aarti ceremony at Ganges Ghat.
  • Ferry ride between Gateway of India to Elephanta Cave, Mumbai.
  • Driver’s batta, toll, parking, road tax, fuel charges.
  • All currently applicable taxes.
  • Flight fare and train fare which is not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Monuments Entrance fees during sightseeing
  • Camera Charges
  • Currency is subject to current time of conversion
  • Lunch & dinner
  • Any other items which is not mentioned in the itinerary will be extra.
  • Tips for tour guide or driver

Tour Plan

Day 01 Arrival Delhi

Arrival at International airport, meet and greet with our representative he will assist you at the airport and transfer to the hotel. The city of Delhi consists of two components Old Delhi in the North and New Delhi in the south. Delhi is a political hub of India.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.

Day 02 Delhi Sightseeing

After having a breakfast at the hotel start a guided tour of New Delhi , start with Raj Ghat a memorial to the father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi , then visit a Sikh temple Guruduwara Bangla Sahib.

After that drive pass to India Gate, a memorial built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I and the Afghan wars. Later drive past the official residence of the President of India – President’s House which was built in the year 1931.

Later visit Humayun’s Tomb (built in year 1562) and Qutub Minar (built in the year 1206)

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 Delhi Sightseeing

Breakfast at the hotel then start a food walk tour – a professional guide will assist you and give a detailing about food and culinary culture of India through the crowded markets of Old Delhi in one of the best street food which is available in Delhi.

During this tour our guide will take you to a 7 -8 different food joints. Later continue to a tour and visit Jama Masjid – the principal mosque of Old Delhi which was built in the year 1656 AD by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.

Later take a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the old marketplace.

After that take a tour to Lotus Temple (closed on Monday), it is known for its beautiful flower-like architecture and marvellous ambiance.

Evening explore Akshardham Temple (closed on Monday) Also enjoy light & fountain show in the Temple.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

Day 04 Delhi - Udaipur By Flight

After having a breakfast at the hotel drive towards the airport to board the flight for Udaipur, – The city of Lakes and Palaces was founded in the year 1568 by Maharana Udai Singh after his final unsuccessful attempt to defend the Mewar capital. Udaipur is known for its natural beauty, abundant water and Aravali mountains. This city is undoubtedly one of the most romantic cities in India. The Lake Pichola offers a stunning view.

Evening explore the city of the Lakes and Palaces.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.

Day 05 Udaipur Sightseeing

After having a healthy breakfast at the hotel , start your day with Udaipur sightseeing and visit the City Palace, which was built in the year 1725 . The central courtyard at the northern Tripolia Gate has a best place to view the façade of filigreed balconies.

After that visit Sahelion Ki Bari (Garden of Maids of Honour) which was built by Maharana Sangram Singh for his daughters and the Ladies of the Queen’s court.

Later visit Jagdish Temple, which was built by Maharana Jagat Singh in the year 1651 AD and it is one of the most beautiful temple of Udaipur.

Evening enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola , the beauty of the Lake is enhanced by the palaces, temples, surrounding hills , bathing ghats.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.

Day 06 Udaipur

Morning after having a healthy breakfast at the hotel , start your day with a day excursion tour to Kumbalgarh Fort, built in the 15th century AD by Rana Kumbha. The fort also offers a superb view of the surroundings. Maharana Fateh Singh renovated the fort in the 19th century.

Later return back to the hotel.

Evening enjoy the cultural dance show at Bagore Ki Haveli, where you can watch the different dancing styles , puppet shows and traditional Rajasthani music.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.

Day 07 Udaipur - Jodhpur

Morning breakfast at the hotel and start your journey towards Jodhpur the second largest city in Rajasthan which has a landscape dominated by the massive Mehrangarh Fort. The fort was founded in the year 1459 by a chief of the Rathore Clan , Rao Jodha and it is named after him.

Today we drive down to Jodhur. Jodhpur, bustling desert city is the second largest city in Rajasthan & has landscape dominated by the massive Mehrangarh Fort topping a sheer rocky ridge.Rao Jodha, En route visit Ranakpur – a marvellously carved Jain temples in marble created in the 15th century AD.

Evening enjoy a free time at leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel in Jodhpur.

Day 08 Jodhpur Sightseeing

Breakfast at the hotel and start a guided tour of Jodhpur – visit Mehrangarh Fort – built by Rao Jodha, this fort is 5 km long and is on 125 m high hill. The palace have some marvellously carved panels latticed window.

The museum in the fort has a collection of howdahs – Elephant saddles, palanquins, royal cradles, miniatures paintings, musical instruments, furniture and costumes.

Later Jaswant Thada , built in the year 1899 AD with white marble in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. It is an architectural landmark of Jodhpur.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur.

 

Day 09 Jodhpur Sightseeing

After having a breakfast at the hotel take a same day excursion tour to Bishnoi Village , explore the village in the pack of an open top jeep. You will get the opportunity to interact with the people of Bishnoi village and learn about their simple and colourful lifestyle and how they have lived in complete harmony with nature.

You can witness the variety of wildlife which includes The Black Buck, The Neelgai (Blue Bull), Chinkara , desert fox , wild boar, the occasional wolf, plus peacocks.

After sightseeing return back to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur.

Day 10 Jodhpur - Deogarh

Breakfast at the hotel and start drive towards Deogarh , The Mahal was built in the 17th century in an imposing structure. The place offers a commanding view of the Aravalli mountain range.

The history of Deogarh Mahal begins far before the majestic palace was ever built.

Check in at the hotel , later proceed for Rural Ramble –  drive through a pastoral setting where one explores the natural surroundings with people tending to their fields and cattle and living in complete harmony with nature.

After that visit a cave temple –a cavernous rock in which is a shrine of Lord Shiva is ensconced. The temple offers a panoramic view of the landscape of black volcanic rocks.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Deogarh.

Day 11 Deogarh

After having a breakfast take an early morning walk and have a close look at the village life or if you want to relax at the hotel then you can do the same.

Later enjoy the Rural Train ride – a trip into the Aravali Hills by Meter gauge train on 1930’s british track.  The distance covered is 17 Kms but the duration of the journey is 2 hrs and the recommended time for this journey is morning around 9:30 am from Deogarh Mahal.

Later drive back to the hotel.

Evening enjoy a leisure time at the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Deogarh.

Day 12 Deogarh - Jaipur

Have a healthy breakfast at the hotel in Deogarh and start your journey towards the pink city the colourful capital of Rajasthan– Jaipur.

The city was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber in the year 1728.

Evening  take an option tour of Chowki Dhani ethnic village resort which is 15 Kms from Jaipur. Here you can enjoy Rajasthani village atmosphere along with the Rajasthani meal and entertainment by folk dancers.

Drive back to the hotel in Jaipur.

Overnight stay at the hotel .

Day 13 Jaipur Sightseeing

Breakfast at the hotel and start a sightseeing of Pink city and visit Amber fort which is around 11 kms from the main city. Take an elephant ride for Amber fort which is situated on the hill.

After that visit City Palace – a perfect blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Later visit Jantar Mantar  and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)

After sightseeing drive back to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur

Day 14 Jaipur

Morning breakfast at the hotel and take a day excursion tour to Galtaji Monkey temple , the temple is decorated with fresco paintings inside out and the major attraction of this place is the temple resides large colonies of monkeys.

A visit to this place of pilgrimage with peace and calming energy is a must when in Jaipur.

Evening there is an optional cooking demonstration along with the dinner with a traditional Indian family.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day 15 Jaipur - Agra

Today after breakfast drive towards Agra where you will witness the Taj Mahal – symbol of Love.

On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri – the political capital of India’s Mughal empire under Akbar’s reign.

After that continue drive towards Agra .

Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel

Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.

Day 16 Agra Sightseeing

Morning breakfast at the hotel in Agra and visit the symbol of eternal love, which stands on the bank of river Yamuna – TAJ MAHAL.

Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jehan who was the 5th Mughal emperor in the year 1631, it will take 22 years to complete it and it was built in the memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

Later Visit Agra fort , it was built in the late 16th century  from red sandstone inlaid with white marble and intricate decorations.

Drive back to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.

Day 17 Agra / Jhansi then Jhansi - Khajuraho via Orchha (166km - 05hr)

Breakfast at the hotel and drive towards railway station to board the train to Jhansi.

Upon arrival meet and greet with our representative , he will assist you and take you to Khajuraho en- route visit Orchha .

Visit Orchha Fort complex , Jahangir Mahal built by Raja Bir Singh in the 17th century to commemorate the visit of Emperor Jehangir to Orchha.  After that visit Raj Mahal built by Madhukar Shah in the 17th century.

We also visit Ram Raja temple, palace-turned-temple with soaring spires & palatial architecture. Built by the King Madhukar Shah it is one of the most unusual temples in India & the only place where Lord Rama is worshipped as a King not as a deity.

After that continue drive towards Khajuraho.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.

Day 18 Khajuraho Sightseeing

Today we visit Khajuraho temples, famous for the magnificent carvings depicting numerous exotic postures of the famous Kamasutra.

Later take an day excursion tour to Panna National park and enjoy jeep safari .

Evening enjoy a light and sound show in Khajuraho.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.

Day 19 Khajuraho - Varanasi (By flight)

Breakfast at the hotel and drive towards the airport to board the flight for Varanasi.

Meet and greet with our local representative at the airport he will assist you and take you to your pre booked hotel. Fresh n up at the hotel.

Evening free to explore the streets of Varanasi.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 20 Varanasi Sightseeing

Morning after breakfast spend some time and rest at the hotel.

Evening get yourself ready for evening Ganga Aarti, a hindu religious ritual of worship where thousands of locals and pilgrims gather together to offer their prayers to Mother Ganges. We will enjoy the aarti from the boat in order to get a good visual of the rituals being performed.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.

Day 21 Varanasi Sightseeing

Breakfast at the hotel and visit Kashi the oldest name of Varanasi.  You will see many small fort like houses which were built by Old kings as they came here in order to get Moksh (liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth) . So start your day with a boat ride on the river Ganges – it will take you to a journey of Kashi.

Later explore the city by walk to get the feel of the oldest living city of the world.

Visit Vishvnath Temple – the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it is located in the heart of Banaras Hindu university. Later visit Bharat Mata Temple and Tulsi Manas Temple.

After that visit Sarnath, the site of the deer park where Gautam Buddha is said to have given his first sermon about the basic principles of Buddhism.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.

Day 22 Varanasi

Morning take a tour of Flavours of Varanasi by walk. The streets of Varanasi have a wide range of eateries which offers scrumptious food that is suit every traveler’s appetite. Your guide will take you to 5- 6 food joints with a wide variety of food and beverages.

Rest of time free at leisure.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.

Day 23 Varanasi - Mumbai (By flight)

Breakfast at the hotel and then transfer to the airport to board the flight for Mumbai.

Upon arrival meet with our representative and transfer to the hotel.

Evening free to explore the city on your own.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Mumbai.

Day 24 Mumbai

Morning after having a healthy breakfast at the hotel we will proceed for city sightseeing and start with Mani Bhavan – Mahatma Gandhi’s home in Mumbai. You will get to know the Gandhi’s life throughout the decade and the fatal day Gandhi was assassinated in 1948 with the help of your guide. After that visit Dhobhi Ghat – the open air laundry and here you will get to know how clothes are sorted, washed and delivered.

Continue drive towards Prince of Wales Museum: The several collection of sculptures , artworks.

At the end drive around Marine drive also known as Queen’s necklace.

Drive back to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Mumbai.

Day 25 Mumbai

Morning breakfast at the hotel and leave for a sightseeing tour of Mumbai and start with Gateway of India after that Elephanta Caves (Closed on Monday) , the island is famous for its collection of Hindu temples , carvings, sultptures.

Drive back to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Mumbai.

Day 26 Mumbai Departure

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport to board the flight for onward destination.

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