| Extra pre night in Delhi can be booked for additional US$140/person on twin sharing. |
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| SATURDAY |
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| Day 01 |
ARRIVE DELHI |
| Anytime: |
Upon arrival in Delhi, our Executive will meet you at the Airport followed by a private transfer from Airport to Hotel. |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight in Hotel. |
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| SUNDAY |
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| DAY 02 |
DELHI |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Delhi. |
| Morning: |
Morning after breakfast visit Red Fort (photo - stop) - massive sandstone fort built by Shah Jahan on the banks of river Yamuna., Jama Masjid - is the largest mosque in India and stands across the road from the Red Fort, built in 1656 by Shahjahan. About 20,000 people can pray here at a time, Jama Masjid it was built from 1644 to 1658 in the reign of Shahjahan. The mosque which measures 65m on 35m, and whose court forms a square of 100m on side is by its surface the greatest religious construction of Islam, Rajghat - is the cremation ground of great father of the nation, Mahatama Gandhi. |
| Afternoon: |
Sightseeing of New Delhi where you visit Qutub Minar- is the tower of victory started by Qutub-Ud-Din-Aibak in 1199AD upon becoming sultan of Delhi, Lotus temple- this distinctive lotus shaped marvel in Marble is a symbol peace, India Gate (the war memorial) and Presidents House (From outside). |
| Evening: |
Optional: Dine at Veda. Delhi's most popular new restaurant was stylishly decorated by a top Indian designer and features a fresh, creative take on traditional curries. (US$35/pp) |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight in hotel. |
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Breakfast |
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| MONDAY |
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| DAY 03 |
DELHI-JAIPUR (260 KMS / 6 HRS) |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Delhi. |
| Morning: |
After breakfast depart for Jaipur. |
| Afternoon: |
On arrival check in at hotel & rest of the day free at leisure for shopping.
Optional: Visit Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing - A small textile museum dedicated to the ancient craft of hand block printing. Housed in a recently restored 400 year old haveli - well kept displays, good information, friendly staff, a printing & wood block carving craftsman demonstrating on site, an excellent small museum shop. (US$35/pp) |
| Evening: |
Dinner at Chowki Dhani |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight in hotel. |
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Breakfast, Dinner |
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| TUESDAY |
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| DAY 04 |
IN JAIPUR |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Jaipur. |
| Morning: |
After breakfast Half day city tour of Jaipur including excursion to Amber fort. At Amber fort visit Sheesh Mahal, Ganesh Pol, Shila Devi Temple, Kesar Kyari Bagh. Climb up the fort on elephant's back (Subject to availability) like the Maharajas and visit the Amber Palace of the Kuchchawa rulers. |
| Morning: |
After breakfast transfer to the airport to board flight for Khajuraho. On arrival transfer to hotel. |
| Afternoon: |
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur city visiting The City Palace, Jantar Mantar & drive past Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Also Enjoy Rickshaw ride thru old part of Pink city.
Evening: Demonstration of Gem-cutting & polishing. |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight at hotel. |
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Breakfast |
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| WEDNESDAY |
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| DAY 05 |
JAIPUR - AGRA (235 KMS / 6 HRS) |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Jaipur. |
| Morning: |
After breakfast depart for Agra en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri,. |
| Afternoon: |
on arrival check in at hotel. |
| Evening: |
Marble craftsmanship demonstration |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight in hotel. |
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Breakfast |
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| THURSDAY |
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| DAY 06 |
AGRA - VARANASI (MAGADH EXP. 2330/0740 +1) |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Agra. |
| Morning: |
visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday) Taj Mahal perhaps the most photographed monument in the world, may you heard about the Taj Mahal and once you see so many picture of building your expectations are real high and this is the enigma about the Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal glory and beauty of building surpasses beyond all human imaginations. Later come back to Hotel for Breakfast. |
| Afternoon: |
Proceed for sightseeing tour of Agra Fort. The elegant building inside reflecting an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural style built by Emperor Akber. Also visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-dullah, father of Queen Nur Jehan - a two storied tomb bearing mosaics in inlaid semi-precious stones. |
| Evening: |
Drive to Tundla railway station to connect train for Varanasi. |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight onboard Train |
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Breakfast |
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| FRIDAY |
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| DAY 07 |
VARANASI |
| Breakfast: |
Arrive Mughal sarai railway station meet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. |
| Afternoon: |
Half day excursion to Sarnath, the place where Lord Buddha after enlightenment gave his first sermon or as the Buddhist say set the 'wheel of dharma' or law rolling. |
| Evening: |
Enjoy Pooja ceremony (Arti) on Ganges Ghats. |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight in hotel. |
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Breakfast |
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| SATURDAY |
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| DAY 08 |
VARANASI - KATHMANDU (BY FLIGHT IC751 DEP 1210 ARR 1320 HRS) |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Varanasi. |
| Early Morning: |
We begin the day with a short cruise down the Ganges River. The boat stops at the Bathing Ghat observatory, the Nepalese Temple of Love, the Cremation Ghats. Return to hotel for breakfast. |
| Afternoon: |
Transfer to the airport to connect flight for Kathmandu. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel in Kathmandu |
| Evening: |
At leisure |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight in hotel. |
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Breakfast |
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| SUNDAY |
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| DAY 09 |
KATHMANDU |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Kathmandu |
| Morning: |
Morning after breakfast Kathmandu city tour visit Pashupati Nath Temple, Boudha Nath &
Bhaktapur. |
| Afternoon: |
Excursion to Patan |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight in hotel. |
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Breakfast |
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| MONDAY |
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| DAY 10 |
KATHMANDU |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Kathmandu |
| Morning: |
At Leisure or explore Kathmandu bazaars |
| Afternoon: |
At Leisure |
| Evening: |
At Leisure |
| Accommodation: |
Overnight in hotel. |
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Breakfast |
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| TUESDAY |
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| DAY 11 |
KATHMANDU DEPART |
| Breakfast: |
At Hotel in Kathmandu |
| Morning: |
Morning after breakfast transfer to the International airport to connect flight for your onward destination. DEPART |
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Tour Ends |
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Extra post night in Kathmandu can be booked for additional US$85/person on twin sharing.
Optional Flight: Kathmandu - Delhi additional $180/pp. |
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