Best of India Luxury Tour
Duration: 16 NIGHTS / 17 DAYS
Destinations Covered: DELHI – VARANASI – KHAJURAHO – AGRA – JAIPUR – JODHPUR – UDAIPUR – AURANGABAD – MUMBAI
DAY 01 ARRIVE DELHI
You shall be welcomed at the airport by the India luxury tours executive and transferred to the hotel for overnight stay. Overnight at hotel in Delhi.
DAY 02 DELHI
After sumptuous breakfast your India tour holidays starts with Delhi sightseeing tours of visiting important places to see Red Fort once a symbol of Mughal power, visit Jama Masjid 16th century mosque and largest in India. Stroll in the markets of Chandni Chowk and experience the mixture of history with modern world including visit of Raj Ghat, cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi the "Father of the Nation". After wards drive to Qutab Minar which is the 12th century tower and one of the tallest towers of its time, walls here consist of verses from Quran (Holy book of Islam). Wander around the complex visiting ruins of Hindu temples and palaces which once remained here and view amazing 4th century steel pillar which has still not developed rust till date. Later have a visitation at Humanyun's Tomb – the mausoleum of the great Mughal emperor “Humayun”. Drive past to India Gate and President House. Optionally one can visit the famous light and sound show which is revealed every night in the vicinity of famous “Shahjahan’s” Red Fort. Overnight in Delhi hotel.
DAY 03 DELHI to VARANASI ( By air)
Today at the hotel, your north india luxury tour starts with drive to the airport to board flight to Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi you shall be greeted by the staff of indian pilgrimage tours and escorted to the Hotel in Varanasi. Check in at the Hotel. Later enjoy a sightseeing tour of the famous temples of Varanasi like Sankat Mochan temple, Kashi Vishwa Nath temple, and Bharat Mata temple. Evening drive to the river bank to witness a special prayer ritual. Overnight at Varanasi.
DAY 04 VARANASI
Today early morning starts Varansi tours at the time of sunrise drive to the river bank of Ganges for a boat ride. Like all ancient civilizations life at Varanasi revolves around river Ganges. Hundreds swarm up to this sacred river to offer prayers to the Sun and the river. Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the World. Hindus believe that if they die at Varanasi or if their last rites are performed in this holy city then they will absolve themselves of the never ending cycle of rebirth and attain Nirvana. It is for this very reason that old people throng to this city in their last days in the fervent hope of salvation after death. Enjoy the boat ride. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later drive to Sarnath where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon on a way of life which later became known as Buddhism and has now followers across the World. Here you will find many stupas and scriptures on Buddhism. Surely a tryst with history. Return to the hotel for overnight stay. Your varanasi tour itinerary ends here.
DAY 05 VARANASI to KHAJURAHO (By air)
After breakfast drive to the airport to board flight to Khajuraho tours. On arrival at Khajuraho you shall be met by the representative of the Luxury Best of India tour and escorted to the hotel. Check in at the Hotel. Later visit the Western group of temples where the eroticism meets the divinity. It’s an amazing mystery as to why these erotic sculptures of couples in various stages of copulation were sculpted on the walls of the Khajuraho temples. Whatever be the reason the artistic rendition of the most intimate details and erotica are very beautiful. Optionally one can enjoy evening Sound and Light Show at the Western group of temples. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 06 - KHAJURAHO to ORCHHA to JHANSI to AGRA(By train)
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Later drive to Orchha which is a quiet town on the banks of river Betwa. Enjoy your lunch here at a luxury resort by the riverside and amidst grand ruins of Orchha forts and Orchha temples. Later afternoon board your train to Agra. Arrive Agra and you will be transferred your hotel. Check in at the hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 07 -AGRA
After breakfast, you will be escorted by our finest India tour guide to visit Taj Mahal. Many know it as one of the seven wonders of the world but Indians revere it as a monument of love. An abode made up of white marble from an Emperor as a tribute for his deceased Empress. Later visit the Agra Fort where he was imprisoned by his own son in his battle for power. It is here that the Emperor spent his last days and longingly staring at Taj Mahal from one of his prison windows. Overnight at Agra. Your Taj Mahal India tour ends here.
DAY 08 AGRA to FATEHPUR SIKRI to JAIPUR
After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri also known as the Ghost City as the entire city was abandoned due to scarcity of water. It was originally built to be the capital of the mighty Mughal Empire and all the grand buildings are still intact and in great shape. Later your rajasthan luxury tours starts with the drive to Jaipur and on arrival check in at hotel in jaipur. Optionally in the evening you can visit Chokhi Dhani – a five star Rajasthani village themed resort. Enjoy an evening full of fun with folk dances, Puppet shows, Kalbeliya dancers and exotic food. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Jaipur .
DAY 09 JAIPUR
Morning your luxury rajasthan tours proceed on an excursion to Amber Fort. Climb atop the forts ramparts on an elephant ride Amber fort jaipur. Amber Fort - Ancient capital of Kachhawaha Rajputs rulers of Jaipur, Amber guarded one of the important defiles from invading enemies. Wander inside the Fort to see extravagant Palaces to witnessing the opulence of Rajput royal lifestyle amongst which Summer Palace, Winter Palace and Mirror Palace etc, are the most popular. Stop at the Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace) while going back to Jaipur City. Afternoon city tour of Jaipur visiting City Palace – official residence of the present royal family palace covers a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens and buildings. A part of this Palace is now turned into a museum housing Armoury, Textiles and Artifacts. City Palace is delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture. Overnight stay in Jaipur hotel.
DAY 10 JAIPUR - JODHPUR
After a leisurely breakfast drive towards Jodhpur another tourist attractions in rajasthan. On arrival at Jodhpur the representatives of the luxury tours of india shall guide you to the hotel and assist in check in. Later visit the truly royal and majestic Ummaid Bhawan Palace. It is also known as the world’s largest private residence and was built so because the former rulers of Jodhpur commissioned its construction when the region was hit by famine and draught. The never ending construction helped the locals tide over the famine and also helped build the World’s largest private residence. Also visit majestic Mehrangarh Fort and the cenotaphs at the Jaswant Thada. Enjoy a majestic view of the entire city from the Mehrangarh fort ramparts and understand why Jodhpur is also known as the Blue City of Rajasthan. Overnight at Jodhpur.
DAY 11 JODHPUR to RANAKPUR - UDAIPUR
After breakfast drive to Udaipur. Enroute visit Ranakpur temples. Ranakpur is an important Jain pilgrim center. Take a visit to Ranakpur Jain temples. Built in the 15th century, the architecture of Ranakpur Jain temples resembles to that of Khajuraho temples. Covering an area of 48000 sq ft, a tour of the Jain temple complex will give you a glimpse into the rich history and architecture of the past. Continue drive to Udaipur and on arrival you shall be met by the luxury Best of India tour representative and escorted to the pre booked hotel. Overnight at Udaipur.
DAY 12 UDAIPUR
After breakfast proceed to visit Udaipur most popular tourist destination in rajasthan also known as the city of Lakes, Udaipur beckons people to savor its timeless beauty. Tourist attractions in Udaipur include Jagdish Temple, City Palace, Pratap Memorial, Saheliyon-ki-Bari (Garden of Queens Consorts), Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandir (Puppet & Masks museum). Lastly your Rajasthan sightseeing ends with a boat ride on the romantic Lake Pichola. View the beautiful lake palace built in the midst of Lake and accessible only by a boat. Overnight stay in a luxury hotel in Udaipur.
DAY 13UDAIPUR to MUMBAI to AURANGABAD (By air)
Board a flight to Aurangabad via Mumbai. Arrive Aurangabad and you shall be escorted to the hotel of your choice by the representative of luxury tour packages. Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 14 AURANGABAD
After breakfast starts your ajanta ellora caves tour with a visit Ellora caves which are a result of the continuous toil by the innumerable, unknown priests and pilgrims on their journeys between 6th -13th century. These 34 sculpted caves are dedicated to Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism. Return to the hotel in aurangabad for overnight stay.
DAY 15 EXCURSION TO AJANTA CAVES - AURANGABAD - MUMBAI
After breakfast check out from the hotel and visit the Ajanta caves. These caves were also carved out of volcanic rocks, date between 200 BC to 650 AD. It is a World heritage Site. Later board flight to Mumbai. Arrive at Mumbai and you shall be transferred to the hotel by the representative of the luxury package holidays India.
DAY 16 MUMBAI
In the morning have an excursion tour of Elehphanta caves. Later enjoy a full day for mumbai sightseeing places with visit to the Prince of Wales Museum, Juhu Beach, Gateway of India. In the evening you can explore Mumbai on your own. Overnight at Mumbai.
DAY 17 DEPARTURE
Today is the day at leisure till departure to the International airport to board flight back home. The representative of the India Luxury tours bids you farewell and wish that you come back again.
