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 An Introduction to India
 Golden Triangle Rajasthan
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An Introduction to India

     
An Introduction to India Golden Triangle Tour + Wild Life Golden Square Tour

An Introduction of India
Duration :
21 Days 20 Nights
Destination Covered : Delhi - Varanasi - Agra - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Udaipur - Mumbai - Cochin -Thekkedy and Mumbai


Day  01   :  Abroad  - Delhi  :
Arrive Delhi. Meet and assistance on arrival and transfer from airport to hotel. Overnight at the hotel. 
Day 02  : Delhi_ An  Introdution  Tour  to Delhi
Full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi visiting Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in Asia), Red Fort (built between 1639-48 by the Shah Jahan, the creator of the Taj Mahal), the Rajghat (the cremation site of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi) and Qutab Minar (72m high), the most perfect of towers of the Persian world. The drive through New Delhi includes the Embassy area (Diplomatic Enclave), government buildings, India Gate,  Raj Ghat  &  Gandhi  Musuem , Connaught Place and past Safdarjang's Tomb (1753 AD).
Day  03   : Delhi -  Temple  and  Museum  Tour   :
Morning  after  Breakfast ,  Start for  sightseeing  tour  of Delhi      Visit  Birla  Temple  ,   LOtus Temple , Famous Gurudwara  Sahib -  The  Sikh Shrine  to  get  acquinted with  the  rich tradition and  culture of India   PM  start  for  Visit  to  Craft  Museum and   National Museum.  Overnight  at the  Hotel .
Day 04: Delhi-Varanasi
Morning flight to Varanasi, one of India's holiest cities situated on the banks of the sacred River Ganga-Another name of   Varanashi is  Kashi  also  -  the  City  of  Kailashpati - the  Lord  Shiva . Check in for one night at the Taj Ganges/ palace on Ganges . Afternoon visit to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon. 

Day 05  : Varanasi ;
Early morning visit to the Ghats to watch the ritual cleansing ceremonies and take a boat ride on the Ganges. After breakfast explore the city with its maze of narrow streets. Eveing Free  for  independent  activities  or  seeing the  the  religious ceremonies ( aarties)at the  temples  of   Lord  Shiva  and  Goddess  Parvati  
Day 06   : Varanshi -  Agra   ( By Air  ) :
Take  a flight   to Agra , Upon arrival  Transfer to the  Hotel  .  Evening  visit to the  Glorious  Taj  Mahal at the  time for  sunset.
Day 07 : Agra .
Morning visit to the imposing Agra Fort and Itimad-Ud-Daulah, otherwise known as the "Baby Taj" on the other side of the river. Afternoon drive to Akbar's stunning tomb at Sikandra.
Day 08  : Agra- Jaipur (232 kms- 5.30 hours)
Morning drive to Jaipur, the "Pink City" and Rajasthan's capital. En route visit the deserted red sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri, built by Akbar as his capital and abandoned soon after. Stay two nights at the Hotel Jaipur -The picturesque capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is color washed pink-the colour associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh it, Jaipur displays a remarkable harmony and architectural splendor. The ancient heart of the Pink City still beats in its fairy-tale palaces, rugged fortress perched on broad avenues that dot the entire city. The only planned city of its time, Jaipur is encircled by a formidable wall.
Day 09  : Jaipur
Morning visit Amber fort, pausing en route to see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), which is really just an elaborate façade. Proceed on to one of Rajasthan's greatest forts, Amber, where you will ascend to the fort on elephant back and visit the myriad of marble palaces. In the afternoon explore the city's bazaars and visit the City Palace and the Jantar Mantar, the astronomical observatory. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10  : Jaipur- Jodhpur  ( By Train )
Morning  after  breakfast , Half day tour of Jaigarh and Nahargarh Forts.Jaigarh the Fort of Victiory : western horizon of Amber is Jaigarh which was once closely guarded by the brave Mina Tribes. The story goes that traditionally, each newly installed ruler would be blind-folded and escorted by Minas to the Secret Treasure Vault and permitted to choose one object from the hoard for himself. See the awesome Jai Van, the world's largest cannon on wheel, and the cannon foundry complete with moulds, kilns and implements. Its intricate water supply and storage system is considered a marvel of planning.
Visit the Nahargarh Fort- The Tiger Fort: built in 1734, lies northwest of the City Palace and provides panoramic view of the city down below. It used to be the royal retreat for Maharanis and was a personal treasury also.  Evening take  a train to  Jodhpur Upon arrival  , Meeting  and  assiting  at the  Railway staion . and transfer  to the Hotel .
Day 11  :  Jodhpur   &  Jodhpur - Jaisalmer     by Train 
Tour starts with a visit to the Mehrangarh Fort. The fort has a stunning collection of elephant howdahs, miniature paintings, and a huge tent made for the Mughals.Proceed on to The Jaswant Thada. The site of royal crematorium, see the beautiful carved white marble cenotaphs of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II which is a stunning example of architcture.
The next stop on your tour is Mandore Gardens- ancient capital of Marwar, marvel at Pillared "Hall of Heroes and the Shrine of the 300 million Gods". Round off your tour with a visit to Sardar Market which leads to ornate Clock Tower, walk through narrow lanes dotted with tiny shops selling exquisite handicraft items locally manufactured.  Eveing  overnight Train to  Jaisalmer .
Day 12   :  Jaisalmer   :
Upon  arrival Transfer to the  Hotel .  Later  start for Half Day  tour  of  Jiasalmer :Your tour of Jaisalmer starts with a visit to the Golden Fort built in 1156 A.D. by Rawal Jaisal and is situated on the 76 m high Triangular mound. Its houses the entire township within its rampart. Within the fort walls you will see a group of beautifully carved Jain temples dating back to 12-15 th century. Proceed on to see Gadisar lake, a rain fed lake and Folk museum, from there proceed on to see Jaisalmer's most intricately carved havelies or mansions Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli and Diwan Nathmal ki Haveli and Badal Vilas Palace.   PM  camel ride at  Sand Dunes  at  the  time of   sunset.  . Overnight at the  Hotel
Day 13 :  Jaisalmer -  Jodhpur   (  By Car   300 kms  -  05 Hours  ) - Udaipur  ( By flight)
After   breakfast  drive  down to  Jodhpur to  connect a flight to  Udaipur .  Upon arrival  at Udaipur  , transfer to  the hotel   Rest of the  day at leissure .  Overnight at the  Hotel.
Day 14  : Udaipur   :  Udaipur-Ranakpur - Ekling Ji - Nagda:
Ranakpur : 90 km from udaipur, one of the most important jain temples is also known as Chaumukha. It is dedicated to Adhinathji and was built in 15th Century. The central Temple Chamukha is a three storeyed structure, with 29 halls, 80 domes and 1,444 pillars and no two pillars are alike. Every pillar is most intricately carved, in fact every conceivable surface is carved with equal delicacy.
The graceful settings of pillars the admixture of domes of different heights with flat ceilings, and the mode in which light is introduced, combine to produce a magical effect, and speak volumes about the architectural capabilities of the people of those days. There are four subsidiary shrines with 80 spires supported by 420 columns. The entire temple is encircled with corridor having Tirthankara images.
A small shrine of lord Parsvanath in front of the main temple has a black image of the Tirthankara in the inner sanctum. There is also a surya temple dedicated to the sun god.  Return  back to  Udaipur   and  do the  half day sightseing of  Udaipur :Udaipur :

Udaipur is possibly the most romantic city in Rajasthan. There would be no doubt as to why it is called "The Venice of East". visit to the massive City Palace complex, the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. The main part of the palace is a museum with its collection of mosaic, miniatures etc. depicting the Rajput way of life proceed on to Jagdish temple located close to the City Palace, marvel at its imposing sculpted figures and heavily ornamented interiors. Drive on to the pratap Smarak, see the bronze statue of Rajput hero Maharana Pratap surrounded by some lovely landscaped gardens including a Japanese Rock Gardens. Next stop of your tour is Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum with its extensive collection of Rajasthani folk arts and crafts. The focal point of the museum is its collection of puppets. The last stop of your tour is the Sahelion ki Bari or Garden of the Maids of honour, marvel at its marble fountains and elephants. Round off your tour with a drive through the bustling bazaars. Overnight  at the  hotel .
Day 15 - Udaipur - Delhi  ( By Air )
After  Breakfast , Transfer to  airport to connect  flight to Delhi .  Upon arrival  in  Delhi  Transfer to International Airport  to connect flight to abroad .
 
Extension Tour :::
Day 15:   Udaipur _ Mumbai - Kochi   (  BY Air  ) 
Morning transfer to  airport to conect  flight to Mumbai - Kochi   Upon arrival transfer to the  Hotel .  Later  tour of the city, visiting the Dutch Palace, the area known as Fort Cochin where the church of St. Francis was the first European church in India, and the Jewish Synagogue. Overnight   at Kochi 
Day 16   : Cochin - Thekkedy
Morning drive to the market town of Alleppey where you will board a motor launch to travel to the peaceful retreat of Boat cruise through the backwaters. After noon at leisure to relax in this delightful area, which is known for its scenic beauty. Overnight at the  House boat ,.
Day 17    :  Thekkedy :
Cross the lake and drive to Thekkady , travelling through plains, tropical forests and rubber, spice and tea plantations. Stay   of two nights.
Day 18  : Thekkady
Visit the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary for game viewing by boat . Game that may be spotted includes elephant , gaur. Wild dog, otter and freshwater tortoise , Bird species include heron, kingfisher , egret and hornbill.
Day 19   :  Thekkedy - Cochin ( Kochi)
Drive to Kochi ,   Rest of the  day at leissure   Overnight at the  Hotel . 
Day 20     :  Kochi - Mumbai  ( By Air)
AM  at  leissure . PM  Fly to Delhi .  Upon arrival , transfer  to the  Hotel .   Overnight at the  Hotel .
Day 21  :  Mumbai   - abroad :
Day  free  for independent activities   Evening transfer to  Airport to connect flight  flight to abroad.

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