Tour Duration : 11 Nights / 12 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi (Arrival)- Jaipur - Agra - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu - Delhi (DEPARTURE)
Package Inclusions:
. On arrival Meeting & Assistance by our Office Representative
. Accommodation on Double/Twin sharing room at listed hotels or equivalent
. Daily buffet Breakfast
. Transportation/Transfers by Air-Conditioned Vehicle.
. Driver allowances, Petrol/Gas cost, Toll Tax, Parking, and Vehicle Insurance
. All Transfers / Excursions / Sightseeing are as per package details.
. 01 Elephant Ride/Jeep Ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur.
. Demonstration of Carpet weaving and block printing in Jaipur.
. Demonstration of Gem-Cutting & Polishing in Jaipur
. Shoe covers at Taj Mahal
. Group Photo at Taj Mahal.
. Tuk-Tuk Ride at Agra.
. Demonstration of Marble craftsmanship in Agra
. 01 Boat Ride at River Ganges, Varanasi (By Common Boat)
. Complementary 01 Bottle Mineral Water per person Every Day.
. Service of English Speaking local Guide as per detailed itinerary.
. All currently applicable taxes.
Package Exclusions:
. Meals other than those specifies in the itinerary
. Entrance Fees, Special guides, Camera fees & tips
. Things of personal nature like laundry, telephone etc.
. Inland/International flight charges
. All other than those listed in above inclusions
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Welcome by our representative with marigold garland with cheerful smile & Transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02 In Delhi
Morning sightseeing of Old Delhi visiting Raj Ghat: Cremation Garden of Mahatma Gandhi followed by visit to Mughal monument of Jama Masjid & Photo stop at Red Fort. Afternoon sightseeing of New Delhi where you visit the mighty Qutub Minar (Victory Tower) , the unique lotus shaped Bahai Temple, Photo stop at India Gate (War Memory arch) - President Palace & Parliament House. Later visit Sikh Temple at Bangla Sahib. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03 Delhi / Jaipur 140 Kms / 03 Hrs
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur check in at hotel. Evening enjoy Demonstration of Carpet weaving, the block printing to learn more about the Crafts of Rajasthan. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04 Jaipur
Morning visit the Amber Palace of the Kuchchawa rulers on the back of the elephant like the Maharajas and enjoy Elephant ride (Subject to availability). Later visit half day city tour of Pink City which includes Hawa Mahal : the palace of winds (Photo-stop), Jantar Mantar : Science lovers will love Jantar mantar an observatory built by the founder of Jaipur in 1728AD and the City Palace Museums which contains the original collection of the Maharajas of Jaipur. Evening enjoy a GEM-CUTTING & POLISHING demonstration as Jaipur is one of the world's most noted gem producers. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05 Jaipur / Agra 240 Kms / 06 Hrs
After breakfast check out & drive to Agra en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri, a city built in red sandstone by Emperor Akbar to commemorate the birth of his son-now a deserted city. Upon arrival in Agra check into Hotel. Later visit massive Agra Fort which has been the seat of Mughal rulers for several years. The fort has palaces with pavilions, gardens, mosques, baths etc. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 06 Agra /Jhansi By Train (DEP 1015 - ARR 1335 HRS) & Jhansi - Khajuraho (175 KMS/ 4 HRS)
Early morning visit the Taj Mahal (Sun rise), regarded as one of the Wonders of the World, built by Emperor Shahjahan in pure white marble in memory of his beloved Mumtaz Mahal. After breakfast transfer to Railway Station to connect train to Jhansi. Upon arrival meet & greet to representative & drive to Khajuraho. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 07 Khajuraho-Varanasi (Flight)
Morning visit the Eastern Group of Temple, which includes the famous Jain Temples, followed by visit to the world famous Western group of temples. Chandela rulers out of sandstone, decorated with charming, build these temples and lively erotic sculptures from Hindu Mythology the Kama Sutra. At Noon departure transfer to Khajuraho Airport to board the flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival in Varanasi, transfer to Hotel and Check in. (Rickshaw ride + Boat ride + Evening Aarti) Evening you enjoy Rickshaw ride thru old part of Varanasi to Dasaswameth Ghat. Later enjoy 01 hour boat ride & evening Aarti (Prayer) performed by Seven Brahmans on the bank of River Goddess Ganges. Later drive back to hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 08 Varanasi
Early morning, before sunrise drive to Ghats on river Ganges. Then enjoy the boat ride on the river Ganges. You witness the fascinating early morning rituals being performed by Hindu devotees along the riverbank, which includes the cremation Ghats. Then walk through the narrow lanes on riverside to Parking. Back to hotel for Breakfast. Afternoon excursion to Sarnath, where you visit the tranquil Deer Park, where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon. Nearby you visit the magnificent Stupas built in third century by emperor Ashoka and the Museum. Back to Hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Varanasi.
Day 09 Varanasi - Kathmandu (Flight)
Morning after breakfast transfer to the airport to connect flight for Kathmandu. Upon arrival meet & greet to representative & transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 Kathmandu
Morning after breakfast visit Kathmandu Durbar Square & Swayambhunath Stupa, a legendary Buddhist Stupa, more than 200 years old. Pm free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 11 Kathmandu
Morning after breakfast visit Pashupatinath Temple , dedicated to lord Shiva , situated on the bank of Bagmati River Then Visit Boudhanath Stupa , a 5th cent. Busddhist monument , a active mahayana centre in Kathmandu Then visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a living museum of art archetecture. life of 17th century . You will see 55 Window Palace, Datratrya Square with Peacock Window, Nyatapola Square, and Pottery Square including Golden Gate of the Palces. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 12 Kathmandu / Delhi & Depart
(Check out time 1200 Hrs) Morning transfer to the airport to connect flight for your onward destination. DEPART
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TOUR LODGING INFO: 11 NIGHTS HOTELSAccommodation is provided on Double/Twin Sharing Occupancy room with breakfast basis as per listed hotels or equivalent. For Lunch and dinner there would be an additional supplement (TBA on request). Used hotel list is as follows:
| Places |
Nights |
Standard Hotels |
Superior Hotels |
Deluxe Hotels |
| Delhi |
02 Nights |
Aster Inn |
The Hans |
The Metropolitan |
| Jaipur |
02 Nights |
Chandragupta |
Mandawa Haveli |
Ramada Plaza |
| Agra |
01 Night |
Utkarsh Vilas |
Howard Plaza |
Jaypee Palace |
| Khajuraho |
01 Night |
Usha Bundela |
Ramada |
Radisson Jass |
| Varansi |
01 Night |
Pradeep |
Ideal Tower |
Ramada Plaza |
| Kathmandu |
03 Nights |
Shakti |
Shanker |
Yak& Yeti |
Tour Prices: Valid from 01 Apr'2010 Till 31st Aug'2010
| Category |
Currency |
Standard |
Superior |
Deluxe |
| Per Person on twin sharing basis |
USD |
785 |
925 |
1125 |
| Supplement for Enterence Fees |
USD |
65 |
65 |
65 |
| Per Person on twin sharing basis |
EURO |
565 |
675 |
815 |
| Supplement for Enterence Fees |
EURO |
45 |
45 |
45 |
Tour Prices: Valid from 01 Sept' 2010 To 31 Mar'11 Except 01 Oct'2010 To 20 Oct'2010 And 13 Nov'2010 To 21 Nov'2010 And 20 Dec'2010 To 07 Jan'2011
| Category |
Currency |
Standard |
Superior |
Deluxe |
| Per Person on twin sharing basis |
USD |
865 |
1450 |
1420 |
| Supplement for Enterence Fees |
USD |
65 |
65 |
65 |
| Per Person on twin sharing basis |
EURO |
625 |
1055 |
1030 |
| Supplement for Enterence Fees |
EURO |
45 |
45 |
45 |
Additional Airfare
| From - To |
USD |
Euro |
| Khajuraho - Varanasi |
53 |
37 |
| Varanasi-Kathmandu |
161 |
112 |
| Kathmandu-Delhi |
127 |
88 |
PRICE INFO AND VALIDITY:
* The above quote is valid for: 16-April-2010 to 31-March-2011 Except 01 Oct'2010 To 20 Oct'2010 And 13 Nov'2010 To 21 Nov'2010 And 20 Dec'2010 To 07 Jan'2011.
* The above quote is valid for the mentioned paying persons only
* The above quote is subject to change with a proviso that incase of hike in price of fuel/tax, the given quote may vary accordingly
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