Highlights :
A Taste of India is
literally a sampling of the cultural history of a varied
region which encompasses splendid Hindu, Muslim and
Buddhist architectural sights that are second to none in
the world. In the space of fifteen days, grand imperial
monuments, hilltop palaces and fortresses, stupendous
medieval temples and a timeless sacred city are visited.
It is a fabulous introduction to India.
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, the capital city of India. After
completing formalities with customs and immigration, you
will be received by our representative with Traditional
Indian Welcome (with garlands).
Delhi is the capital of India since old times. Delhi's
history dates back to the first millenium BC, when it
was known as Indraprastha. The Tomar Rajputs built Lal
Kot, the core of the first of Delhi's seven cities. It
is the epicenter of the nation's politics, economy and
culture. History is alive and throbbing in Delhi, the
capital of India.
Afterwards transfer to your hotel for the overnight
stay.
Day 02 In Delhi.
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing trip of
Delhi City which would include the visit to Old Delhi.
Old Delhi : An ancient walled city. Here you would see
the Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the
Mughal Empire, Rajghat
 the Samadhi of our Father of
Nation, Jama Masjid the largest mosque in India and
Chandni Chowk the bustling and colourful market of the
old city.
New Delhi : The city designed and built by the British
in the 1920’s- a city of wide boulevards impressive
Government Buildings, green parks and gardens. First you
will visit the two monuments from the Delhi’s past
Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar. Then your drive takes
you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, past the
Imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the
Hotel for Overnight.
Day 03 In Delhi.
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing trip of
Delhi City which would include the visit to New Delhi
New Delhi : The city designed and built by the British
in the 1920’s- a city of wide boulevards impressive
Government Buildings, green parks and gardens. First you
will visit the two monuments from the Delhi’s past
Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar. Then your drive takes
you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, past the
Imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the
Hotel for Overnight.
Day 04 Delhi – Varanasi (
Flight )
Depart by morning flight for Varanasi and transfer to
Hotel. Afternoon excursion to Sarnath where the Buddha
gave his first discourse over 2,500 years ago. See the
remains of ancient shrines and monasteries and visit the
Archaeological Museum containing impressive antiquities
excavated in the region. Then visit the Ganges riverbank
at Varanasi to see spellbinding evening ceremonies.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 Varanasi – Khajuraho
( Flight )
At dawn, a boat ride on the Ganges in this timeless
spiritual center. Sunrise is a sacred hour for Hindus;
from the boat see the dramatic view of spired temples
rising upward, and the devout congregating along the
riverbank. Depart by afternoon flight for Khajuraho and
transfer to Hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 Khajuraho – Jhansi (
Approx 175 Kms/ 06 Hrs )
Jhansi – Agra ( Express Train )
In the morning visit the temples of Khajuraho. Built 500
years before the discovery of America, they are
unrivaled for the exuberant sculptures and carvings that
cover every inch of their gigantic facades. Gods,
goddesses, dancers, musicians, elephants, horses,
camels, heavenly nymphs, and scenes from daily life are
depicted in extravagant detail as well as the renowned
"erotic" carvings. Khajuraho is a startling combination
of profound devotion and sensuality. Depart in the
afternoon by surface for Jhansi to connect your train
for Agra. On arrival in Agra you are received at the
railway station and Overnight at Hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 In Agra
In the morning visit Mughal era monuments, built in the
16th and 17th centuries: the garden-tomb of the Mughal
emperor, Akbar, at Sikandra; the gem like mausoleum of
Itmad ud Daula and Agra Fort, all exhibiting a wealth of
Mughal inlay work in stone. The afternoon is reserved
entirely for the incomparable Taj Mahal. White marble,
red sandstone, inlay of jasper, agate, lapis lazuli,
carnelian, jade and bloodstone combine in delicate
design in a massive monument of perfect proportions.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 Agra - Jaipur Via
Fatehpur Sikri ( Surface )
( Approx 270 Kms/ 06 Hours )
Drive today to Jaipur, with a visit en route, to
Fatehpur Sikri, built in the 16th century by the Mughal
Emperor Akbar as his imperial capital. Abandoned within
a few years, it is a city frozen in time. Its huge
gateways, palaces, pavilioned courtyards and ornately
carved buildings in red sandstone remain almost in a
perfect state of preservation. Proceed from here to
Jaipur and check in at the Hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 In Jaipur
Take a morning excursion to the hilltop Amber Fort. Ride
like royalty atop a decorated elephant to the palace
glittering with mirror and inlay work. In the afternoon,
sightseeing of old Jaipur - the rose-pink city built in
the 1700s. Visit the City Palace where a maze of
enclosures and decorative courtyards enclose an
excellent collection of miniature paintings, rare
manuscripts, antique carpets and royal costumes; the
18th century Observatory, a collection of surrealistic
sculptures which can measure time within the accuracy of
two seconds; fanciful Palace of the Winds and the
surrounding market where Jaipur's craftsmen turn out
jewelry of gold and precious gems, inlay, silver,
semi-precious stone ornaments, and tie-dye, mirror
embroidery, bangles and much more.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 Jaipur – Udaipur (
Flight )
Depart by morning flight to Udaipur and transfer to
Hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing of this bastioned city of lakes
and palaces begins at the City Palace. Rising atop a
hill on Lake Pichola, this home of a Maharana is
luminous with tile and mirror inlay, mosaics, miniature
paintings and courtyard gardens.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 In Udaipur
The morning is free. Late afternoon, cruise on Lake
Pichola and visit romantic Jag Mandir Island.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 Udaipur - Mumbai –
Aurangabad ( Flight )
Depart in the afternoon by air for Aurangabad via Mumbai
and transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 Auarangabad
An excursion today to Ajanta. Dating from 2nd century
B.C. to 6th century A.D., Ajanta's man-made "caves"
contain massive sculpture and magnificent wall and
ceiling paintings depicting Buddhist legends and the
life of the times.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 Aurangabad – Mumbai
( Flight )
Today drive to Ellora and see its amazing Hindu, Jain
and Buddhist shrines carved and sculpted from 6th to 9th
century A.D. Explore incre dible Kailasa Temple where
three million cubic feet of rock was removed to create a
monolithic shrine of stupendous proportions. Depart in
the evening by air for Bombay and transfer to Hotel.
Day 15 In Mumbai
Sightseeing of this bustling seaport city and a boat
ride across the busy harbor to Elephanta Island to see
some of the finest stone carving in all of India dating
to 6th century A.D.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 Mumbai - Overseas
Very early in the morning transfer to the airport.
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