Duration:14 Days / 13 Nights
Places Covered:Delhi - Jaipur - Gwalior - Bhopal - Bhimbetka
- Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai - Goa
Day 1: Delhi Arrival
At arrival to Delhi you shall be escorted by our representative
to the hotel and on way also brief you about the schedule of the tour.
On the way to the hotel, don’t miss out to catch the glimpses of
the majestic Delhi city that has a charm that redefines magnificence. Receive
a warm welcome and delicacies specially prepared for you. Overnight stay
will be at the hotel.
Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing
This day is spare for visiting the attractions of Delhi. Qutub Minar – the
majestic brick minaret, tallest brick minaret of the world. Lotus Temple
a marvelously built temple that brings all religions of the world to a
common floor. Humayun's Tomb the most well kept and well survived monument.
Then continue drive toward Akshardam temple that is resplendent with its
enormously marvelous structure. Capture the glance of the enchanted majesty
of Rastrapati Bhawan and India Gate. Later drive to Raj Ghat – the
memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Pay your homage to this great freedom fighter
of India. Next we take you to Old Delhi driving on the winding streets
of Chandni Chawk towards Red Fort where a Light and Sound Show in the evening
is thought provoking.
Day 3: Delhi – Jaipur
Early morning we shall depart for Jaipur, on arrival after checking in
to the hotel we then leave for amber fort of Jaipur. Watch out for marvelous
mahals and monuments within the fort. We then leave to visit Jantar Mantar.
Visit the beautiful havelis of Jaipur. Later we take you for shopping spree
at Rajasthali- the Rajasthan emporium. Later, return back to the hotel
for overnight is at the hotel.
Day 4: Jaipur Sightseeing
Early morning we shall again begin our sightseeing venture of Jaipur. We
shall take you to City Palace of Jaipur. The City Palace has innumerable
mahals and fortifications within it. We then start for Hawa Mahal and on
arrival watch for the town below from its innumerable facades. Jaipur is
also famous for Chawki Dhani – a village resort. We drive you to
the resort that exhibits a rural charm. The folk music and dance will charm
you away and to add on the Rajasthani food served will surely be a treat
to your taste buds. Spend the night inside huts of the Village Resort and
experience a lovely stay. Overnight stay will be at the Resort.
Day 5: Jaipur – Gwalior
After breakfast we shall board the train to Gwalior. The city of Gwalior
is now on the fast track of development. On arrival, our representative
who will drive to the hotel shall escort you. Check in and take some rest
when you are served with some delicious cuisines. Overnight stay will be
at the hotel.
Day 6: Gwalior – Bhopal
After breakfast we shall depart for sightseeing venture of Gwalior, the
very first excursion would be visiting the Gwalior Fort. The fort demonstrates
a remarkable architecture with shade of a blue hue that sways over its
splendid architecture. The majestic fort incorporates several temples and
monuments like Saas- Bahu temple, Gujari Mahal, and Man Mandir Palace.
The fort revel the splendid architecture of the Scindia kings. Also pick
some souvenirs to take them back home. Later evening board flight to Bhopal
at arrival; check in at a hotel in Bhopal for overnight is at the hotel.
Day 7: Bhopal
Early morning we shall depart to visit the city of Bhopal. The
very first visit shall be the famous Taj-ul-masjid. We further continue
our tour and drive to visit Jama Masjid - famous for its golden spikes.
Later experience a trip to an exhibition of tribal house type where the
contemporary tribal cultures and artifacts are display. Shop for the
marvelous artifacts. Enjoy sumptuous cuisines of Bhopal. Return back
to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 8: Bhopal – Bhimbetka
After breakfast we shall drive to Bhimbetka, famous for its caves and rocky
terrain of dense forest and rocky cliffs. The mystic beauty of nature is
reflected in the rock shelters that belong to the Neolithic age. The major
attractions in these caves are the paintings that depict in panoramic detail
the life of the pre-historic man. Declared as a world heritage site by
UNESCO the
region is abundant with archaeological treasure of this region. The painting
varies from Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Chaleolithic, and the medieval times.
After sightseeing of the caves return back to Bhopal and overnight rest
is in the hotel.
Day 9: Bhopal - Mumbai
Early morning we shall board flight to Mumbai, on arrival check into the
hotel. Later take a ferry from Gateway of India to visit the caves of famous
Elephanta. The cave will instantly attract your attention with its intrinsic
carvings that make this island one of the best colossal monuments of west
India. The cave relentlessly leaves you awestruck at the mesmerizing interiors
and intricate designs. Elephanta Island derives its name from a colossal
Elephant that is abodes at Jijamata Garden in Mumbai. Later we shall return
to Mumbai. Evening shall be spent at beaches like Juhu Beach, Marine drive
and Chowpatty beach. Purchase exquisite handicraft trinkets as souvenirs
made from seashells that are sold by the locals on the beaches in the evening.
Then return back to hotel for overnight rest.
Day 10: Mumbai – Aurangabad (400km).
After breakfast we shall check out from the hotel in Mumbai and leave for
Mumbai airport and board flight for Aurangabad. Check in to a hotel and
grab some rest. We then start our tour to visit Ajanta and Ellora Caves.
Ajanta caves. These caves are divided among the southern and western group
of temples and are classified as a representative of some of the best architecture
of the ancient period. Rather, it is a jewel among all caves of India.
Once inside these rocks cut caves that date back from 2nd century BC, the
Viharas (dwelling halls), Chaitya-Grihas (stupa halls), wall paintings,
and sculptors represent a contemporary society of that age. After having
seen the Ajanta and Ellora caves, return back to the hotel for overnight
rest.
Day 11: Aurangabad – Mumbai
We shall fly back to Mumbai and at arrival leave for a half-day excursion
to the famous Victoria Terminus and Haji Ali Mosque. Later board the Star
Cruise to Goa. The cruise is a sheer luxury jammed with awestruck options
including casinos, bars, dinning halls, marvelous entertainment options
and the best of food and beverages that follows till the Voyage continues.
Overnight is on the Star Cruise that sails on high seas with the sea winds
gushing in and roaring all the way to make its presence felt.
Day 12: Mumbai - Goa Morning wake up along the shores of Goa
as the ship decks itself on the dockyard. As the boat reaches the coast
of Goa, leave the ship and drive toward the hotel in Goa. On arrival
to the hotel, check in and engage in some sumptuous Goan cuisines. Then
move out to the beaches and spend time drenching yourself in Sun with
a rejuvenating Sunbath. Also engage in water sports like wind surfing,
water skiing, water scooter rides and Para-sailing. Enjoy the thrill
with the alluring shores, high tides, and the gala affair that comprises
of beach activity. Evening, enjoy a cultural show in the hotel performed
by local artists of Goa. Overnight is at the hotel in Goa.
Day 13: Goa Sightseeing
After breakfast once again start a venture to explore the exotic beaches
of Goa.Later visit famous churches like St Francis of Assissi, St. Catherine
and Basilica of Born Jesus that reflect a Portuguese style of architecture
using lots of colored tinted glass for carving the interiors of the church.
We then take you to the famous Arvalem caves of Goa. These ancient caves
and legend says that the great Pandavas took refuge in this cave during
their exile. The cave has five compartments with a Shiv Linga enshrining
the middle compartment. Notice closely as this shivlinga is engraved with
an inscription that is written in Sanskrit and Brahmi characters during
the 7th century. We also take you to the famous Elephant Cave of Goa. Having
seen the Elephant cave, return back to the hotel for overnight rest.
Day 14: Goa – Mumbai
This is the last day of the tour. So, we drive you to the airport of Goa
and board a flight to Mumbai. On arrival, board a connect flight back home.
