Rajasthan Tour with Varanasi, Khajuraho

Trip Overview

TOUR SUMMERY “When I read the Bhagavad-Gita and reflect about how God created this universe everything else seems so superfluous.”~~~ Albert Einstein".If Albert can overlook religion only by reading the book, than for sure a traveller him self discover more by looking and feeling. We deliver best services, so that you can enjoy your Vacation in India. DURATION 17 Days /15 Nights COVERED DESTINATIONS Abroad – Delhi (2) – Varanasi (2) – Khajuraho (1) - Agra (2) - Jaipur (2) – Bikaner (1) – Jodhpur (1) – Udaipur (2) – Pushkar (1) –Mandawa (1) – Delhi - Abroad COST INCLUDED * 15 Nights accommodation in a double room as per the itinerary with Breakfast. * All Transfer, Sightseeing, entrances fee for Monuments. * Domestic economy class Flights from Delhi – Varanasi, Varanasi – Khajuraho. * Train from Jhansi to Agra with air-condition chair class. * Boat Ride & Rickshaw Ride in Varanasi. * Local English Speaking Guide. * Air Condition Car with driver for the roundtrip. * Riksha ride in Delhi * Elephant riding in Jaipur

Trip Details

• 	Day 01 - Abroad >> >> Delhi Arrival at Delhi by International Flight ___________. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel. Our representative will assist you with your check in process in Hotel. Day 02 - Delhi After breakfast sightseeing tour of New Delhi & Old Delhi. In Old Delhi visit Jama Masjid - The largest Mosque in India & Raj Ghat – Memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Drive past the Red Fort and Chandni Chowk is the busiest commercial area of the City.
  In New Delhi visit 11th century Qutub Minar & Mausoleum of Emperor Humayun which was built by Hamida Bano in 1565. You can take Photo Stop at India Gate, the President Residence, Parliament House and Secretariat Buildings.
  Hotel Options in Delhi Luxury - The Oberoi/Imperial/Le-Meridian Deluxe - The Park/Surya Crowne Plaza/ Inter Continental/ Superior - The Parkland/ Mapple Emerald/Ashok Country Resort

• 	Day 03 – Delhi > (Departure 10.40 Hrs.) > Varanasi (Arrival 11. 55 Hrs) After Breakfast transfer to the Airport to get a flight for Varanasi. On arrival meeting & transfer to the Hotel. After Check in you have free time for your own activities. Varanasi located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, is one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage centres. "Banaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together" said renowned Novelist Mark Twain for Varanasi. Situated on the bank of holy river Ganga, Varanasi derived its name from the amalgamation of
  the names of two mighty rivers, Varuna and Assi. Varanasi holds a civilization of over 2000 years and thus claims to be one of the oldest living cities. Day 04 - Varanasi Early morning you have a Boat Ride on the River Ganges. As you float down the bathing ghats with a boat, or take steps leading down to the river, you will see pilgrims having ritual dips, chanting prayers and offering flowers while worshipping the Holy River. After sightseeing return to the Hotel & take Breakfast. In the afternoon take a Rickshaw Ride through the City.
  Hotel Options in Varanasi Luxury - The Gateway Hotel Ganges Varanasi / Clarks Varanasi / Radisson Deluxe - Ramada Plaza JHV/ Hindustan International Superior - Meraden Grand/ Pallavi International

• 	Day 05 - Varanasi > (Departure 12.20 Hrs.) > Khajuraho (Arrival 13.00 Hrs) After Breakfast transfer to the Airport to get a flight for Khajuraho. On arrival meeting & transfer to the Hotel. Late Afternoon visit Khajuraho Temples. Khajuraho is the evidences of the architectural geniuses during the times of Chandela dynasty. Situated in Madhya Pradesh, India, Khajuraho oozes with passion, eroticism, dance and music and other finesses of creative arts depicted in sculpture and images of the temples. The 85 temples were built in North Indian 'Nagara' style of architecture, though only
  20 of them have survived the rough weather conditions over long years of time. The two richer distinctive groups of temples are the Western and Eastern group of temples. Temple town of Khajuraho is much different from any other temple city of India. It is not about religion and worshipping and deities. The temples of Khajuraho are instead famous for the eroticism etched on its walls in the form of sculptures.
  Hotel Options in Khajuraho Luxury - The Lalit Temple View Khajuraho/ Radisson Jass Hotel/ Ramada Deluxe - Hotel Clarks Khajuraho/ Chandela Hotel Superior - Usha Bundela Khajuraho/ Euro Star Inn

• 	Day 06 - Khajuraho - Orcha - (175 km) Jhansi – (Departure 17.55 Hrs.) – Agra (Arrival 20.10 Hrs.) After Breakfast drive to Jhansi. Enroute visit Orcha Palace & Temple. Later drive to Jhansi. On arrival in Jhansi transfer to Railway Station to get a Train “Shatabdi” from Jhansi to Agra. On arrival meeting & transfer to the Hotel. Day 07 - Agra Sightseeing After Breakfast visit Taj Mahal & Agra Fort. Taj Mahal is symbol of Love and Beauty. Situated on the banks of the river Yamuna, the Taj Mahal is an epitome of love, a poem in marble by the
  Mughal Emperor Shahjahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal is made of white marble and its walls are decorated with pitera dura (inlay work). One of the seven wonders of the world, surely the most extravagant expression of Love ever created. In Taj Mahal different types of precious and semi-precious stones were used in the intricate inlay work done on the interiors. (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday)
  Hotel Options in Agra Luxury - Oberoi Amarvilas /Taj Orient / Jaypee Palace Deluxe - Trident-Hilton /Clarks Shiraj / Mansing Palace Superior - Utkarsh Vilas

• 	Day 08 - Agra – 30 km - Fatehpur Sikri – 210 km – Jaipur After Breakfast drive to Jaipur. Enroute Visit the Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 AD. Akbar used Fatehpur Sikri as his capital and the city was fully occupied for 14 years but slowly became deserted and ruined after Akbar left the city. Scarcity of water was the prime factor for this beautiful city.
  Later continue drive to Jaipur. On arrival check in at Hotel. Jaipur Founded in AD 1727 by Sawai Jaisingh II, Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the Pink City with broad avenues and spacious gardens. The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is steeped in history and culture. Here the past comes alive in magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the maharajas. The bustling bazaars of Jaipur, famous for Rajasthani jewellery, fabric and shoes, possess a timeless quality and are surely a treasure-trove for the shoppers. This fascinating city with its romantic charm takes you to an epoch of royalty and tradition. Day 09 - Jaipur – City Sightseeing Tour After Breakfast Proceed for City sightseeing. to the Amber fort which is 11 kms away from Jaipur. This fort was built in 1592 by the Maharaja Man Singh. This fort displays an exclusive work of Rajput architecture. There will be an Elephant ride undertaken from the Aravalli hills to the fort entrance. In the afternoon there will be a city tour of Jaipur, visiting the City Palace that has museum which displays an extensive collection of carpets, weapons, art and enamel ware. Then you will be taken to the Jantar Mantar which a historical monument is built by the great Maharaja Jai Singh in the year 1728 and then the Hawa Mahal.
  Hotel Options in Jaipur Luxury - Oberoi Rajvilas / Rambagh Palace / Jai Mahal Palace Deluxe - Clarks Amer / Trident Hilton/ Mansing Palace Superior - Park Plaza/ Mandawa Haveli / Alsisar Haveli

• 	Day 10 – Jaipur – 330 km - Bikaner After breakfast drive to Bikaner. Bikaner is named after its founder Rao Bika Ji in 1488. But long before this, the city was trade center on the caravan routes from West Asia. Bikaner's dominant features are rippling sands and abundant sunshine. The city stands on an elevation, enclosed by a 7 Kms wall, which can be entered from 5 gates. Late afternoon visit Junagarh Fort, the most imposing forts of North India. The mirrors, paintings and carved marble panels in the Moon Palace & very fine wooden work.
  Hotel Options in Bikaner Luxury - Laxmi Niwas/Lalgarh Palace Deluxe - Gaj Kesari/ Bhanwar Niwas

• Day 11- Bikaner – 30 km - Deshnok - 200 km – Jodhpur After Breakfast leave for Jodhpur. Enroute Visit Deshnok Rat Temple. After Temple drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check in at Hotel. Afternoon Visit Mehrangarh Fort situated on a 125-mt high hill. This is one of the most impressive and formidable structures in Rajasthan. In this fort you can see magnificent palaces with carved panels, latticed windows of “Jarokhas with evocative names. Later visit the Jaswant Thada – a royal cenotaphs in the white marble built in 1899 AD. in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh-II.

  Hotel Options in Jodhpur Luxury - Umed Bhawan Palace/ Taj Hari Mahal Deluxe - The Umed (Gateway)/ Ajit Bhawan Superior - Ranbanka / Mapple Abhay / Karni Bhawan

• 	Day 12 – Jodhpur- 170 km – Ranakpur – 90 km - Udaipur After Breakfast leave for Udaipur. On the way visit Ranakpur Jain Temple. The Jain Temples of Ranakpur built in the 15th century are situated in the lovely Aravali Valley. Jain Temples have grand structure and beautiful sculptures. There are 1444 pillars in the main temple. Its surroundings are peaceful and picturesque. Later drive to Udaipur. On arrival check in at Hotel.
  Day 13 - Udaipur (The Romantic City of Rajasthan) The city of Lakes "Udaipur" is a lovely blend of water, lush green hills that set fire and passion in poet. Its palaces are straight out of a fairy-tale book, lakes, forts, palaces, temples, gardens, mountains and narrow lanes lines withdrawn with stalls, relives the reminisces of a heroic past, valor and chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichola is excitement that defines imagination. It has always been a lovely place for Film Shoots, Royal Events and even Corporate Parties. Come to Udaipur and you'll fall in love with it! Morning half day sight seeing of Udaipur. Visit City Palace of Udaipur, Jagdish Temple and Sahelion Ki Bari gardens and fountains. Afternoon Boat Ride on Lake Pichola, surrounded by hills, Palace, temples and bathing Ghats. Visit the Island Palace Jag Niwa
  Hotel Options in Udaipur Luxury - Oberoi Udaivilas, Lake Palace, Shiv Niwas Palace Deluxe - Royal Retreat, Lotus Vilas, Fatehgarh Superior - Rajputana Resort, Paras Mahal, Rajdarshan

• 	Day 14- Udaipur – 300 km - Pushkar After Breakfast drive to Pushkar. On arrival check in at Hotel. Pushkar is situated in the state of Rajasthan in India. Famous for the annual cattle fair, which draws an enormous amount of traders and tourists, Pushkar is a great place for travel. The Pushkar lake and the temples of Pushkar are revered among religious pilgrims.
  Legend has it that the lake in Pushkar was created from the petals of a lotus flower which fell from the hand of Lord Brahma. Brahma is the residing deity in Pushkar and has a temple dedicated to him. The Brahma Temple in Pushkar is one of its kind in India. The legendary significance makes the lake of Pushkar an immensely holy place for pilgrims. Evening visit Brahma Temple & walk through the city & lake.
  Hotel Options in Pushkar Luxury - Jagat Palace/ Pushkar Bagh Deluxe - Pushkar Resort

• 	Day 15- Pushkar – 210 km – Mandawa After breakfast drive to Mandawa. Mandawa is a very small & beautiful town. This town is famous for the old frescoes Havelis & Mansions which richly decorated with paintings which are well preserved. On arrival check in at Hotel. In evening visit Havelis in Mandawa.
  Hotel Options in Mandawa Luxury - Castle Mandawa/ Desert Resort Mandawa Deluxe - Udai Vilas/ Sara Vilas / Mandawa Haveli

• Day 16 - Mandawa – 270 km – Delhi After Breakfast you have free time for leisure. Afternoon drive to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi farewell dinner for you and transfer to the international airport for your onward journey. Day 17 - Delhi >> >> Abroad We wish you, best of Journey !

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