Day
1- Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi and
meet the Saiman representative at the arrival hall and
transfer to hotel. In the afternoon proceed on a tour of
the capital city. The important places in Old Delhi
includes the majestic Red Fort, the historical Chandni
Chowk, besides Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana. In New Delhi,
visit the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the one-time imperial
residence of the British viceroys; the India Gate, a
memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred
during the Afghan war; the Laxminarayan Temple, built by
the Birlas, one of Indias leading industrial
families; Qutab Minar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the
Slave Dynasty; and the lotus-shaped Bahai Temple
Day
2- In Delhi
Morning visit the
National Museum - Among the collections are 5,000-year-old
relics of the Indus Valley civilization, varied exotic
paintings, old manuscripts and mural paintings from
Buddhist shrines in Central Asia; National Gallery OF
Modern Art - Exhibits works of modern Indian artists;
Crafts Museum - A delightful open-air museum, with Indian
craftsmen at work. Also visit National Rail Museum - Here
original engines and bogies are parked. Visit Gandhi
Smriti Museum which contains books and personal
possessions of the Mahatma.
Day
3- To Varanasi
Intime transfer to
airport to board flight for Varanasi- the oldest city in
India. Arrive Varanasi and transfer to hotel visiting
enroute Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage point.
Day
4- To Khajuraho
Early morning boat
ride on river Ganges. The long string of ghats - the chain
of stone steps - along the western bank of the Ganges
forms the major attraction of Varanasi. Later visit The
Vishwanath Temple, built by the Birlas, was planned by
Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya. The Bharat Mata Temple
houses, instead of gods and goddesses, a huge relief map
in marble of the whole of Indian subcontinent and Tibetan
plateau. The Tulsi Manas Temple, built in 1964, is
dedicated to Lord Rama. Intime transfer to airport to
board flight for Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho and transfer
to hotel
Day
5- To Agra
Morning sightseeing tour
of Khajuraho.. The largest temple is Kandariya mahodeo,
dedicated to Lord Shiva. Later transfer to airport to
board flight for Agra. Arrive Agra and transfer to hotel.
Later visit Agra Fort (also called the Red Fort), which
retains the irregular outline of the demolished mud-wall
fort of the Lodis.. The Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula is located
in a walled garden overlooking the Yamuna. Akbars
tomb at Sikandra, located in a large walled garden on the
road to Delhi.
Day
6- In Agra
In the Morning visit the
Government Museum located in Mathura, which has an
extensive collection of sculptures, terracottas,
bronzes and coins, 5th Century standing Buddha and
numerous Gupta period figures. In the afternoon you will
return back to Agra to visit The Taj Mahal, which is
entirely made of white marble and its walls are decorated
with exquisite pietra dura (stone inlay) work.
Day
7- To Jaipur
Early morning drive to
Jaipur visit enroute Fatehpur Sikri, an abandoned city
that was hardly ever inhabited on account of shortage of
water. Also stop at Bharatpur bird sanctuary where you can
enjoy a cycle rickshaw to see birds in their natural
habitat. Arrive Jaipur and check in at hotel. There
are many dinner options available to dine in any one of
the finest Palace hotels that Jaipur boasts of.
Day
8- In Jaipur
Morning excursion to
Amber Fort, situated just outside the city. You can have
the unique experience of traveling on elephant back to and
from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur including, City
Palace in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of
Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the
Central Museum with its large collection of woodwork.
Another monument near the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, is
the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai
Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds was
constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal
processions without being seen
Day
9- To Jodhpur
Intime transfer to
airport to board flight for Jodhpur. Arrive Jodhpur and
transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jodhpur
visiting the 5 km long majestic Mehrangarh fort situated
on 125 m high hill, one of the most impressive and
formidable structures; Jaswant Thada, a memorial built in
pure white marble for the exclusive use of the Royal
family, as a crematorium; Umaid Bhawan in rose colored
sandstone; Mandore Gardens, once the old capital of
Marwar.
Day
10- To Udaipur
Morning drive to
Udaipur visiting Ranakpur enroute, for the famous Jain
temples dedicated to Adinath. Arrive Udaipur and check
in at hotel. Day free to enjoy the view from your hotel or
you may take a walking tour on your own through the narrow
lanes and back streets of Udaipur
Day
11- In Udaipur
Morning sightseeing
tour of Udaipur including Fatehsagar lake, built by
Maharana Fateh Singh in 1754 A.D. Also visit the Jagdish
Temple, the largest and most venerated temple of Udaipur;
Sahelion-Ki-Bari, consisting of an ornamental pool
with delicately carved chhatries of black and white marble
and soft stone. Late afternoon enjoy a boat-ride on Lake
Pichola visiting many Ghats (banks) of washing, bathing
etc and enjoy excellent views of the Lake Palace and City
Palace.
Day
12- To Mumbai
Intime transfer to
airport to board flight for Mumbai. Arrive Mumbai and
transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Mumbai
including The Gateway of India is the main attraction of
Mumbai city. The Mani Bhawan or the Gandhi memorial was
once used to be the residence of Mahatma Gandhi in Mumbai.
Considered as one of the best museums in the country, Also
known as Queens Neckless, Marine Drive. Juhu is a
5-km-long beach that attracts a large number of visitors
on any day of the week. Also visit gardens like the
Hanging Garden and the Kamla Nehru Garden and Chowpatty
gives you the view of one of the most happening beaches of
Mumbai
Day
13- To Chennai
Morning visit various
Museums in city. Visit Prince of Wales Museum situated
near the Gateway of India, it was designed in the Indo-
Saracenic style to commemorate the Kings first visit
to India ; Victoria and Albert museum built in the
Greco-Roman style and housing archaeological finds, maps
and photographs depicting the history of Mumbai; Nehru
Museum/ Planetarium, which has a Childrens Science
Park and a permanent Gallery. Later transfer to airport to
board flight for Chennai. Arrive Chennai and transfer to
hotel.
Day
14- In Chennai
Morning sightseeing
tour of Chennai including Marina Beach, the second longest
beach in the world. The St. George Fort, built in 1653, is
currently used as the state governments secretariat.
Santhome Cathedral was built around 14th/15th century and
is another colonial structure worth visiting. Dedicated to
Lord Shiva, the Kapaleeshwar Temple is the oldest temple
in Chennai. Another important temple in the city dedicated
to Lord Krishna is Parthsarthy Temple. The Snake Park has
a large collection of snakes and many other reptiles.
Day
15- To Hyderabad
Morning transfer to
airport to board flight for Hyderabad. Arrive Hyderabad
and transfer to hotel. Afternoon City sightseeing tour.
Including The Charminar occupies the centre of the city
and dominates its landscape. The Hussain Sagar is a large
tank whose blue water provides a pleasant backdrop to the
citys landscape. Salar Jung Museum is one of the
best-known museums in India where you can find private
collections of the Nizams..
Day
16- To Kolkata
Morning excursion to
Golconda Fort, Hyderabads finest and oldest specimen
of its glory. It is an acoustical wonder. Later drive to
the airport to board flight for Kolkata. Arrive Kolkata
and transfer to hotel. Later sightseeing tour of Kolkata
visiting Indian Museum, which is Indias first and
oldest museum. Also visit Academy Of Fine Arts, Victoria
Memorial For Art Of The Raj Period.; Center of
International Modern Art
Day
17- Leave Kolkata
You will be
accompanied by a Saiman representative to airport to board
flight for onward destination. End of our services.
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Delhi
Varanasi Khajuraho Agra Jaipur
Jodhpur Udaipur Mumbai Chennai
Hyderabad Kolkata |
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Meridien Taj Ganges Jass Trident
Jaypee Palace Rajputana Sheraton Taj
Hari Mahal Fateh Prakash Palace Holiday Inn
Taj Connemara Taj Krishna Taj
Bengal |
Siddharth
Clarks Clarks Khajuraho Howard
Park Plaza Mansingh Tower Ajit Bhawan
Palace Hilltop Palace Sahil
Quality Inn Aruna Comfort Inn Woodbridge
Hindustan International |
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PACKAGE
INCLUDES
Accommodation in all the hotels on single/twin/triple
sharing basis, as per the list above. Breakfast
on all days. All prevailing taxes like Luxury tax
in all hotels and Expenditure tax wherever applicable.
All transfers to or from hotels, city tours,
excursions, drives by an air-conditioned transport.
Services of an English speaking local guide.
Inter state road tax, toll tax, drivers
allowance, parking etc. Train fare as per the
itinerary. PACKAGE
DOES NOT INCLUDE Any lunch,
dinner, snacks, mineral water etc. unless mentioned in
the itinerary. Entrance fee to any monuments or
camera fee. Any airfare or airport tax
Tips, gratuities. Portage, laundry, telephone
calls, table drinks or any other expenses of personal
nature. |
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