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No.01
Historical Rajasthan Tour
Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Ajmer - Jaipur - Delhi
Day 01 : Delhi
Arrive Delhi meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day free for independent activities.
Day 02 : Delhi
Enjoy full day sightseeing tour of: -
New Delhi : designed and built by the British in the 1920’s it’s a city of wide boulevards impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit two monuments from Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
Old Delhi : an ancient walled city. Here you will see Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Moghul Empire; Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and colourful market of the old city.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi - Mandawa
Leave Delhi for Mandawa by surface.
In the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Mandawa : A small town in the Shekawati region of Rajasthan with a unique medieval charm. The streets are lined with richly painted houses and each town is bustling with activity.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 04 : Mandawa - Bikaner
Leave Mandawa for Bikaner by road.
In the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Bikaner : a desert fortified city on the ancient caravan routes that originated from Africa and West Asia. 32 Kms. from Bikaner is Deshnoke, famous for its Rat Temple (Karni Mata Temple). Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer
Leave Bikaner for Jaisalmer by surface.
Rest of the day free for independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 06 : Jaisalmer
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Jaisalmer : the citadel city built in the 12th century is an architectural dream in yellow sandstone lying in the lonely silence of the Thar Desert. The Forts and palaces and several superbly carved Jain Temples in and around Jaisalmer are all reminiscent of a glorious history.
In the afternoon visit : -
Sam : 40 Kms from Jaisalmer are the silver gold sand duncs of Sam. A camel ride at sunset, as the sky is set on fire, and Rajasthani musicians paly haunting tunes, can be and unforgettable experience. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 07 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
In the morning leave Jaisalmer for Jodhpur by road.
Afternoon free for your independent activities. Overnight at the Hoel.
Day 08 : Jodhpur
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Jodhpur : The home of the Rathore rulers - the princely State of Rajasthan. A high 10 Kms. long stone wall protects the well-fortified city. Within, stands an imposing Fort on a low range of sandstone hills, about 125 mtrs. above the surrounding plains.
Visit Mchrangarh Fort- founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha (after whom the city is named) the Fort is intricately adorned with long carved panels and latticed windows of exquisite designs in red sandstone. Also visit Jaswant Thada- an imposing white marble cenotaph built to commemorate the acts of bravery and generosity of the rulers in 19th century.
Afternoon free for your independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 09 : Jodhpur - Udaipur
Leave Jodhpur in the morning for Udaipur by road and enroute visit: -
Ranakpur : famous for the quadruple Jain temple dedicated, like the temples at Mount Abu to Adinath. The whole structure has 80 domes and of 400 pillars. Continue your drive for Udaipur.
Rest of the day free for independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 10 : Udaipur
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Udaipur City : Visit the City Palace Museum - grandeur and intricacy stroked all over in granite, marble and mosaic displayed in the sparkling white filigreed balconies and windows, ornate arches and cupolas atop magnificent octagonal towers, Jagdish Temple - built in 1651 AD. Also visit Sahelion Ki Bari- the spectacular garden displaying the unique life style of the royal ladies who once lived in the palaces.
Afternoon at leisure. In the evening enjoy a most memorable boat ride with the reflections of the majestic Lake Palace Hotel at its best against the setting sun. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 11 : Udaipur - Ajmer
Leave Udaipur in the morning for Ajmer by road and enroute visit:
Chittorgarh : home of the brave, 115 Kms east of Udaipur. The road to the citadel of Chittor Zig Zag steeply for a couple of Kms and passes through seven huge gates, each with watch towers and great iron spiked doors. The tower of victory is over 35 metres high and has nine storeys served by a winding staircase. It is covered from top to bottom with carvings, depicting the social life of the time.
Continue your drive for Ajmer. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 12 : Ajmer - Jaipur
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Ajmer City : Founded in the 11th century is the holy city of the Muslims. The Taragarh fort, Anna Sagar - an artificial lake, Akbar’s palace and the Durgah - Mausoleum of Khwaja Moinuddin-Chisti a Muslim holy man all combine to give the city its historical and religious importance.
Continue your drive for Jaipur. Rest of the evening free for independent activities. Continue your drive for Ajmer. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13 : Jaipur
Enjoy morning sightseeing tour of: -
Amber Fort : 11 Kms. from Jaipur - a marvellous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Mata Lake below. The ascent to the Fort is on gaily caparisoned elephants. The Fort interior has various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory work, exquisite wall paintings and tiny mirror chips, which create a tantalising reflection effect.
In the afternoon sightseeing tour of: -
Jaipur City : City Palace Museum - an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, and armoury of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Jantar - Mantar (Observatory)- an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD; Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)- a five storeyed wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14 : Jaipur - Delhi
In the morning leave Jaipur for Delhi by road and upon arrival check in at hotel.
Rest of the day free for independent activities. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 15 : Leave Delhi
Transfer from hotel to international airport in time to connect your flight back home.
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No.02
Cave & Temple Tours
Duration : 08 Nights / 09 Days
Destinations : Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai Bhopal - Jhansi - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi
Day 01 : Arrive Mumbai
Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free for independent activities.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 02 : Mumbai
In the morning excursion to: -
Elephanta Caves : A must for any visitor to India. Mute testimony of the Golden Age in Indian history during the Gupta period and built to honour Lord Shiva. Elephanta is a 3 kms long elongated island, consisting of two hills separated by a valley. The caves with rock-cut figures and carvings are believed to be carved by the sculptors of Ajanta or Udayagiri.
City Tour : Tour includes a visit the Gateway of India-erected to commemorate the landing of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911; Prince of Wales Museum, Jehangir Art Gallery, Marine Drive, Chowpatty beach, Hanging Gardens and the Crawford Market.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 03 : Mumbai - Aurangabad
Transfer from hotel to airport in time to connect your flight to Aurangabad. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel. In the afternoon sightseeing tour of : -
Ellora Caves : 29 Kms. north-west of Aurangabad lie the west facing caves-best to be visited in the afternoon. These caves relate the story of evolution of Buddhism (Cave 1 to 12); Hinduism (Cave 13 to 29) and Jainism (Cave 30 to 34).
Full day excursion to : -
Ajanta Caves : 109 Kms. north - east of Aurangabad, the Ajanta Caves were discovered by the British maneuvering troops in 1819. They consist of 24 monasteries and 5 temples, some of which are over 2000 years old. The story of Lord Buddha is depicted in the frescoes with remarkable vividly.
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 04 : Aurangabad - Mumbai
Transfer from hotel to airport in time to connect your flight to Mumbai
Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel. Rest of the evening free for independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 05 : Mumbai - Bhopal
Transfer from hotel to airport in time to connect flight for Bhopal.
Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel. Afternoon city tour of Bhopal. Overnight at the Hotel
Day 06 : Bhopal - Jhansi
Transfer from hotel to Railway Station in time to connect train for Jhansi.
Assistance on arrival and drive to Khajuraho. Rest of the evening free for independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel
Full day sightseeing tour of: -
Khajuraho city : Founded in the 9th and 10th century by the rulers of Chandela Dynasty, Influenced by tantrism, in which eroticism becomes a theme of philosophical interest and the aim is sublimation of sexual relationship in the sexual act or “Maithun”. Women are being regarded as the incarnation of the divine energy or “Shakti”. It is also possible that the carvings of Khajuraho were influenced by “Kama Sutra”, the famous treatise on erotic arts written by Vatsyayana in the time of the Guptas. Visit the Eastern and Western Temples. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 07 : Khajuraho - Varanasi
Transfer from hotel to airport in time to connect your flight to Varansi.
Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel. Rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel
Early in the morning enjoy boat cruise on the holy river Ganges where you will pass by the burning and the bathing ghats on the river bank.
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of :-
City tour : visiting the city temples the Durga temple, better known as the monkey temple on account of the large number of monkeys residing there and the Temple of Vishwanath (or Visheshwar. “Lord of the Universe”) are the most sacred spots in the city.
In the afternoon excursion to: -
Sarnath : 10 Kms. from the centre of the city, Sarnath symbolises the birth of Buddhism. It was here that Buddha revealed his doctrine and founded his monastic community. The museum at Sarnath is amongst the most important in India and contains carvings representing a whole range of styles- Archaic, the Mathura School, Gupta, past Gupta and Medival- covering work of sculptors from the 3rd century B.C. to the 12th century AD.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 08 : Delhi
Transfer from hotel to airport in time to connect your flight to Delhi. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight at the Hotel
Full day sightseeing tour of: -
New Delhi : This city designed and built by the British in the 1920’s - a city of wide boulevards impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit two monuments from Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
Old Delhi : An ancient walled city. Here you will see Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire: Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India; and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and colourful market of the old city.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 : Leave Delhi
Tansfer from hotel to international airport in time to connect your flight back home.
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NO.03
Ladakh Tour
Duration : 14 Night / 15 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Leh - Sarchu - Jispa - Manali - Dharamshala - Amritsar - Delhi
Day 01 : Delhi
Arrive Delhi.
Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel (check in time is 1200 noon)
Day 02 : Delhi - Leh (By flight)
Early morning transfer to airport to connect flight 9W 609 for Leh.
Dep. Delhi : 0540 / Arr. Leh : 0655
Upon arrival check-in at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to acclimatize. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03 : Leh
Full day visit of :-
Spituk Monastery : 14 kms from Leh. The Spituk Monastery has a collection of 21 gold staties of Goddess Tara and a number of scroll paintings. Also visit the temple of Kali which has an interesting collection of masks.
Sankar : A relatively modern monastery. It is closely associated with the Spituk monastery and serves as the residence of the head priest – Kushak Bakula. A number of gold icons are to be found here.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 : Leh
Full day visit of :-
Shey : Situated on a hillock 15 km upstream from Leh. It was once the residence of the Royal family. According to tradition, it was the seat of power of the pre-Tibetan kings. A 7.5 metre high copper statue of Buddha, plated with gold, and the largest of its kind, is installed here.
Thikshey : 19 Kms from Leh, spectacularly most impressive gompas. There are several temples in the gompa containing images, stupas and wall paintings of Buddha which are exquisite.
Hemis : 40 kms from Leh. It is the wealthiest, best known and biggest gompa of Ladakh Its popularity stems from the major annual festival held here in summer. The festival is also has the largest thanka in Ladakh which is unfirled once in 12 years. On these days hundreds of pilgrims will gather at hemis to pay their tribute and homage. Hemis was built in 1630 during the reign of Sengg Namgyal, an illustrious ruler of Ladakh. It flourished under th Namgyal dynasty for the royalty favored the Drukgpa Sect which managed the monastery. It is divided into tow, the assembly hall on the right and the main temple on the left. The hall, Dukhang, is also used as a “green room’ by the dancers during the festival. The temple is known as Tshogkhang. The verandahs have a surfeit of frescoes, among them the Buddhist ‘ Wheel of Life “ and the ‘Lords of the Four Quarters” besides rows of prayer wheels.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 : Leh
Full day visit of :
Alchi : 70 Kms from Leh, on the banks of the Indus river, is the Alchi Gompa dating a thousand years back. One of its walls features thousands of miniature- sized pictures of the Buddha. Three large sized images made of clay and painted brightly are its focal attraction. No longer a active religions center, it is looked after by monks from Likir.
Likir : Founded in the 11th century AD and rededicated to a different monastic order in the 15th century AD, its earlier gompa was destroyed in a fire. The present Gompa dates back to the18th century. Skilled craftsmen producing excellent thankas, earthern pots and carved folding wooden stools, liver here in the village. Majestically situated, Likir commands a spectacular view.
Lamayuru Monastery : Situated at the altitude of 3800 meters between Fotu-la and Khalsi. As per the legend, in ancient times a lake covered this site. One day a Hermit predicted that there will be a monastery one day and he throws the grainof rice on the earth which automatically forms the shape of Swastika (Yundrung) from where the name comes (Yundrung Tharpaling Gompa), constructed by Rinchen Zangpo one of his 108 constructions. Monastery noted for the sect drigungpa. In the gallery see 35 Buddha painted on the wall. Chapel of Avlokiteshvara – the 2 mtrs high image of him with 11 heads and 1000 heads.
In the principal building the traditional paintings of four Lokpals and wheel of life. The statue of Apchi Ihakhang, the goddess of drigungpa sect, the sculpture of Mahakala (Gonpo), Apuchi and Kubera the god of wealth and the interesting foom of gokhang. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 06 : Leh
Full day visit of :-
Stock Palace : The last king died in 1974 but his widow continues to live here, their son continues the royal line and ascended the throne in July 1993. The palace is a rumbling building where only a dozen of the 80 rooms are used. The small palace museum is worth visiting. It is a showpiece for the royal Thangkas (many 400 years old), the crown, jewels, dresses, coins, pearls encrusted with turcoise and lapis lazulli as well as religious objects.
Also visit MATHO MONASTERY. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 : Leh - Sarchu ( 253 Kms. / 8 Hrs. )
Leave by road for Sarchu, enroute stop for photography and admire the natural beauty.Upon arrival check in to the camp.
Overnight in Tents.
Day 08 : Sarchu - Jispa ( 125 Kms. / 5 Hrs.)
Morning depart for Jispa. Overnight in Tent/hotel.
Day 09 : Jispa - Manali ( 141 Kms. / 6 Hrs.)
Leave by road for Manali. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Manali
Full day visit of Manali.
Situated at the northern end of Kullu valley, Manali has spectacular views of snow capped peaks and wooded slopes. Manali offers marvellous walks through dappled orchards and fairy tale forests of Deodar. You will visit the Hidimbha Temple, standing tall among the stately Deodars. This ancient temple with its three level roofs looks like a pagoda and its lintel and door frame are of intricately carved wood. The market is crowded with interesting shops selling Tibetan carpets and crafts. The village of Manali is 2 kms away across scented meadows and a quaint bridge over the sparking stream.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 : Manali - Dharamshala ( 253 Kms. / 8 Hrs. )
Leave by road for Dharamshala. Arrive and check in to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 : Dharamshala - Amritsar ( 199 Kms. / 6 Hrs. )
Morning visit
Dharamshala : The principal township of Kangra is a fascinating place. It is spread over a height difference of over 450 metres. Here you can see the Mcleod Ganj and Forsythe Ganj which retain the British flavour so peculiar to the towns of Himachal Pradesh. Here is also the residence of H.H. THE DALAI LAMA next to the monastery. The library at the school of Tibetan studies is treasure trove of manuscripts and texts on Tibet and its culture. There are several picuresque picnic spots here.
In afternoon, depart for Amritsar. Upon arrival check in to hotel and Overnight.
Day 13 : Amritsar - Delhi (Train)
Morning visit :-
Amritsar : The city was founded by the fourth Sikh Guru – Ram Das. While excavating the holy tank called the “Pool of Immortality”. This city is famous for the GOLDEN TEMPLE. The most sacred shrine of the Sikhs. Guru Arjun Dev built the temple and RanjitSingh, the Sikh ruler, enshrined the shrine and covered the doms with copper, overlaid with gold foil. The exterior walls are inlaid with precious stones and inside contains fine fillgree and gold inlay works. Also visit the Jalianwalan Bagh, Rambagh Gardens, Khalsa College, The Durgiana temple and Kashmir Emporium.
Afternoon visit Golden Temple. Later in the afternoon, transfer to railway station.
Dep Amritsar : 1705 Hrs / Arr Delhi : 2250 Hrs
Meeting upon arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14 : Delhi
Morning proceed for the tour of :
New Delhi : This city designed and built by the British in the 1920's - a city of wide boulevards impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit two monuments from Delhi's past Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
In the afternoon visit :
Old Delhi : An ancient walled city. Here you will see Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire, Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India; and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and colourful market of the old city.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 15 : Leave Delhi
Depart by homebound flight
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No.04 :
Village Tour of Rajasthan
Duration : 05 Nights / 06 Days
Destinations : Jaipur - Pachewar - Kota - Bundi - Bijapur - Udaipur
A chance to see village life through the eyes of the former feudal chiefs.
Day 1 : Arrive in Jaipur, transfer to any of several heritage hotels in the city: Samode Haveli, Bissau Palace, Narain Niwas Palace; and for a ritzier stay: Rambagh Palace, Jai Mahal Palace, Rajmahal Palace, Sightseeing at Amber and Jaipur.
Day 2 : Drive 90 Km to Pachewar to stay at Garh, its fort with the village around it. The village has a lake, cenotaphs, pottery kiln, toy makers and interesting surroundings.
Day 3 : Drive to Rajmahal, visiting Toda Raisingh's stepwells en route. Rajmahal is a 250-years old palace, part of it totally ruined, with eight guest rooms. The village with the same name borders a forest and lake, and offers angling.
Day 4 : Drive to Kota, visiting Bundi fort and the stepwells of Raniji ki Baori en route. Stay in Kota at Umed Bhawan Palace or Sukhdam Kothi, Afternoon, either city sightseeing, or excursion to Palaita village and Sorsan sanctuary.
Day 5 : Drive to Bijaipur, en route visiting the temple complexes of Bijolia and Menal. Accommodation at Bijaipur Castle.
Day 6 : Drive to Udaipur, visiting Chittaurgarh en route.
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