Domestic

Day 1:

Arrive in Delhi: Tansfer to your hotel. This afternoon, you will proceed on a sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. The evening is at leisure or take an optional tour to the Red Fort for the sound & light show, Stay Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi Agra :

This morning, you will be transferred by road to the Mughal city of Agra (206 kms / 3.5 hrs) This afternoon you visit the Agra Fort and the spectacular Taj Mahal, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, Stay Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Agra Jaipur :

Early this morning, you will be transferred by road to the pink city of Jaipur (221 kms / 5 hrs), enroute you will visit Fatehpur Sikri. Proceed to your hotel with the rest of the day at leisure OR take an optional tour of the ethnic Rajasthani village of Chokhi Dhani, Stay Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Jaipur :

This morning, visit the Amber fort, where you enjoy an elephant ride. Drive past the Hawa Mahal, and visit the City Palace and museum, walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar Observatory, Stay Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Jaipur Jodhpur :

Early this morning, you will drive to Jodhpur (332 kms / 7 hrs), enroute you will stop to visit the holy towns of Pushkar & Ajmer. Visit the Pushkar Lake, the Brahma temple and the Dargaha of Salim Chisti, Stay Overnight at the hotel.

Day 6: Jodhpur

This morning, you will visit the Majestic Mehrangarh Fort, sprawled across a 125 meter high hill and is the most impressive and formidable fort in fort-studded Rajasthan, continue to Jaswant Thada a cluster of Royal cenotaphs built in 1899, Stay Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7: Jodhpur Udaipur:

Drive to Udaipur (259 kms / 6 hrs) the capital of the former Princely state of Mewar, enroute stop to visit the world famous exquisitely carved Ranakpur Jain Temples, known for its 1444 pillar hall, Stay Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8: Udaipur :

Morning, visit the City Palace, the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, proceed to Jagdish Temple & the Museum, also visit the Sahelion Ki Bari. In the evening enjoy a boat ride on the picturesque Lake Pichola, Stay Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9: Depart Udaipur :

Morning after breakfast transfer to airport/railway station. Tour ends with sweet memories.

Day 1: Jaipur

Arrive in Jaipur. This afternoon you will tour the city visiting the City Palace and the Palace Museum. Walk to the adjacent Jantarmantar built in the 17th century and drive past the Hawa Mahal, O/Nt @ Hotel

Day 2: Jaipur

This morning, you will drive just outside the city to visit the Amer Fort. Here, you will see magnificent palaces with walls covered with mirrored mosaics. Enjoy an elephant ride at Amer, O/Nt @ Hotel

Day 3: Jaipur - Bikaner

Early this morning, you will drive to the imposing walled city of Bikaner (321 kms / 7-8 hrs), Later today, you will visit the unusual Junagarh Fort; unlike all the major forts in Rajasthan, which are on hilltops, this one was built on the desert plains itself, also visit the National Camel Breeding Farm and see the spectacular desert sunset in the background, O/Nt @ Hotel

Day 4: Bikaner - Jaisalmer

This morning, you will drive to Deshnok, to visit the Karni Mata Mandir. Later you will drive to the desert town of Jaisalmer (332 kms / 7-8 hrs). The evening is at leisure, O/Nt @ Hotel

Day 5: Jaisalmer

Today, you visit the spectacular Jaisalmer Fort. Later, walk around the countless havelis spread across Jaisalmer which are reputed as the city's real showpieces. Late evening, you will visit the Sand Dunes to witness the spectacular sunset, O/Nt @ Hotel

Day 6: Jaisalmer Jodhpur

This morning, you will be transferred to the Blue City of Jodhpur (285 kms / 6-7 hrs). Late this afternoon, you will visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada, O/Nt @ Hotel

Day 7: Jodhpur Udaipur

Today you will drive to Udaipur (259 kms / 6 hrs) visiting Ranekpur enroute. Ranekpur is known for its exquisitely carved Jain temples and the famous hall of 1444 pillars. Later this evening, you will enjoy a boat ride on the picturesque Lake Pichola, O/Nt @ Hotel

Day 8: Udaipur

This morning proceed on a sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting the City Palace and museum; Jagdish temple and the Sahelion Ki Bari. Evening free for shopping & leisure activities. O/Nt @ Hotel

Day 9: Depart Udaipur

Morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport/railway station for your onward journey. Tour ends with sweet memories.

Day 1 : Arrive Gwalior :

On arrival at Gwalior airport or Gwalior railway station, begin your tour of 'Heritage of Madhya Pradesh'. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a half day city tour visiting the massive sandstone fort doting the city skyline, the 9th century Teli Ka Mandir and the 11th century Sas Bahu ka Mandir. In the evening witness the spectacular sound and light show (entry on direct payment basis) where the history of Gwalior and its warriors is narrated

Day 2 : Gwalior - Orchha :

Leave in the morning for Orchha. En route visit the Phool Bagh, Dinman Herdaul's Palace, Sunder Mahal and the cenotaphs built in the memory of the rulers of Orchha.On arrival, check into your hotel. Later, visit Jehangir Mahal built by Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo, Raj Mahal and Chaturbhuj temple. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this beautiful village.

Day 3 : Orchha - Khajuraho :

Early morning, drive to Khajuraho. On arrival, check into your hotel. In the afternoon proceed on a temple tour visiting the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The other temples of interest are Chausath Yogini, Chitragupta etc. each with its own history and presiding deity. In the evening witness the spectacular sound and light show (entry on direct payment basis).

Day 4 : Khajuraho - Excursion to Panna National Park :

Today proceed to Panna National Park near the Ken River with its deep gorges, tranquil valley and dense teak forests. The region, famous for its diamond industry, is also home to some of the best wildlife species. If you are lucky, you could sight tigers and panthers along with herds of chinkara, sambar and several other wildlife species. The spectacular Pandav Falls en route and other waterfalls in the area are popular picnic spots. The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore the local shops and market.

Day 5 : Depart Khajuraho OR On to Jhansi railway station :

Today get transferred to Khajuraho airport or Jhansi railway station for your onward journey.

Day 1 : Ahmedabad :

Arrive at Ahmedabad Airport / Railway Station. Transfer to the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of the city. Places to visit

  • Akshardham :

    Lord Swaminarayan, born in Chapaya in Uttar Pradesh, took a seven year piligrimage in Gujarat to preach his religion. He built six temples, the first being at Kalupur in Ahmedabad. Akshardham, the Swaminarayan temple of Gandhinagar, is a modern complex, built in traditional Indian architectural style from 6,000 metric tons of pink Rajasthan sandstone, carved by expert artisans from Bansipahadpur. The temple is set in a multi-acre garden called Sahajanand Van, with intricate sculptures of Hindu Gods. There is a gold leaf copper sculpture of Lord Swaminarayan that faces similar sculptures of Gunatinand Swami. The interiors have beautiful columns in rosewood, that rise up to a high dome. The first floor galleries house a museum portraying the 500 parahansas, a letter to his guru, Ramanand, a piece from an old tree from Chapaya, his pure wool shawl, a replica of his old home, a diorama of the lord on a horse and other displays. The galleries outside have a state-of the art exhibition using Chez Integrovation shows, audiovisuals, multi-media, dioramas fo the life of Lord Swaminarayana and from the Hindu epics to introduce visitors to the concept fo the Akshardham movement, founded in 1907 AD to promote the preachings of Lord Swaminarayan. ( remain closed on Monday).

  • Gandhi Ashram :

    :On a quiet peaceful stretch of the Sabarmati river, Mahatma Gandhi set up a simple retreat in 1915. This was his Satyagrah Ashram and for many years it was the nerve centre of India's freedom movement. It was from here, in 1930, that Mahatma began his famous Dandi March to the sea to protest against the Salt Tax imposed by the British. Hridaya Kunj, the simple cottage where he lived, is now a national monument and preserved as it was during the Mahatma's life-time.

  • Hutheesingh Jain Temple :

    :Built outside the Delhi Gate in 1850 by a rich Jain merchant, the Hutheesing Temple is the best known of Ahmedabad's many ornate Jain temples. Overnight at Ahmedabad.

Day 2 : AhmedabadDakor Pavagarh Ahmedabad :

Today after breakfast proceed for a day excursion to Dakor and pavagarh.

  • Dakor :

    In its earlier phases as pilgrimage center in Gujarat, was famous for the Danknath temple, a place of shiva worship. In the later phases it developed into a Vaishnavite center with the growing fame of Ranchhodraiji temple, which was built in 1772 A.D. Today this place is known not only as a pilgrimage center but also a trading center where one can get the articles related to puja, and other rituals

  • Pavagadh :

    Most of the Hindus in India have faith in goddess Mahakali, particularly from the western region covering the states of Gujarat, Rajasthan & Maharashtra. The famous and the oldest temple of Mahakaili is situated at Pavagadh, near Vadodara, one of the main cities of Gujarat. The temple has become the place of the piligrimage for almost all Hindus in India. This temple is among the three main Shaktipeeths in Gujarat. It has been said in Hindu Shastras that after the famous Tandava dance of Lord Shiva, the various parts of the body of Sati fell at many places. These places are called Shaktipeets. It is said that the left breast of the Sati had fallen here at Pavagadh. As the name suggests, the temple is located on a mountain, near to the Champaner town. Overnight Ahmedabad

Day 3 : Ahmedabad Dwarka :

Dwarka: An ancient city, housing one of the principal pilgrimages- 'Dwarkadhish temple'of Hindus. According to the legend, Lord Krishna moved to this coastal town to set up a capital. Marine excavations of the Dwarka coast have revealed important evidences of ancient city, which probably include the 'Dwarawati' of the 'Krishna Lila'. Today, it is not only a major pilgrimage site but a pleasant spot for a beach holiday. Another popular place in Dwarka, part of the Dwarkadhish Temple is Sabha Mandap. It is a 60- pillared hall, which houses almost 2500 years old scriptures. The hall has 'jharokhas', offering a nice view of the nearby flowing Gomti River. Attend evening aarti at Dwarkadhish temple. Overnight at Dwarka

Day 4 : DWARKA BET DWARKA NAGESHWAR DWARKA :

Today we visit Bet Dwarka & Nageshwar temple. Bet Dwarka : Bet is situated at 30kms from Dwarka and is surrounded by sea from all sides. One can reach Bet from Dwarka through Okha by road. On reaching Okha port jetty, one can reach Bet through a little sea journey in a launch or in a small boat. Nageshwar Temple or Nagnath Temple is located on the route between Gomati Dwarka and the Bait Dwarka Island on the coast of Saurashtra in Gujarat. The Jyotirlinga enshrined in the Temple of Nagnath is known as Nageshwar Mahadev and attracts thousands of pilgrims all round the year. This powerful Jyotirlinga symbolizes protection from all poisons. It is said that those who pray to the Nageshwar Linga become free of poison. The Rudra Samhita sloka refers to Nageshwar with the phrase 'Daarukaavane Naagesham'. Return to hotel at Dwarka. Overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 5 : Dwarka Somnath :

Today, after breakfast, drive to Somnath. • Somnath: One of the most revered & an important center of culture & nationalism. The legendary temple contains a 'jyotirlinga'. Looted & destroyed, built & rebuilt several times, it represents the eternal beauty & strength of the Indian society. The present splendid structure was rebuilt about five decades ago, at the exact spot where the original shrine was located. The iron man of India Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was instrumental in the construction of the present temple. Overnight at Safari Hotel and Resort located at walking distance from Somnath temple near Veraval. Overnight stay at your hotel

Day 6 : Somnath Bhavnagar :

After breakfast proceed to Bhavnagar.

  • Bhavnagar :

    Bhavnagar was founded by Bhavsinhji Gohil in 1723 AD near the Gulf of Khambhat, on a carefully chosen strategic location having potential of maritime trade. Till independence, Bhavnagar State was ruled by the Gohil Rajput clan.

  • Gaurishanker Lake :

    A beautiful picnic spot near the lake. There is also a well laid out park.

  • Takhteshwar Temple :

    Situated on a hill, the site provides a panoramic view.

  • • Lock Gate :

    The first of its kind in Gujarat. The seawater here is impounded by the lock gates to keep ships afloat during low tide, which could be seen with special permission.

  • Sarangpur Hanuman :

    This temple is among the more prominent ones in the Swaminarayan Sampradaya. The image of Hanuman was installed by Gopalanand Swami. According to author Raymond Williams, it is reported that when Gopalanand Swami installed the image of Hanuman, he touched it with a rod and the image came alive and moved. This story become a charter for the healing ritual performed at this temple. The image of Hanuman here is a stout figure with a handlebar moustache, crushing a female demon under his foot and baring his teeth, standing among sculpted foliage full of fruit bearing monkey attendants. The image of this temple is said to be so powerful that a mere look at it by people affected by evil spirits out of the people affected. Saturday is the designated day for a special ritual (as Saturday is dedicated to Hanuman) for those affected by mental illnesses and mental disorders. They are brought to the temple to be touched by the rod used by Gopalanand Swami during the installation ceremony of the image. This rod has been covered in silver. The temple administration has hired a Brahmin householder to act as a priest at the temple & conduct this ritual. After this, the person affected is instructed to circumambulate the shrine and repeat this after doing darshan a number of times. Some people take a special vow to do this a certain number of times or to chant the Swaminarayan Mahamantra while doing this. Overnight Bhavnagar.

Day 7 : : Bhavnagar Palitana Bhavnagar :

Early morning after breakfast proceed for the excursion to Palitana. Palitana A 56kms. Drive from Bhavnagar. Palitana lies at the foot of the Shetrunjaya hill, with the Shetrunjaya river flowing to its south. The savred hill rises in a crescendo of magnificent temples 863 in all that soar in marble splendour to the top of the hill. The temples were built over an impressive span of 900 years with each generation of pilgrims making its contribution to the shrines of Shetrunjaya. The 600- metre climb to Shetrunjaya is usually made on foot. Dolis or lift-chairs are also available for the ascent Overnight Bhavnagar.

Day 8 : Bhavnagar Ahmedabad :

Today after breakfast proceed to Ahmedabad Airport / Railway Station to catch the flight / Train for your onwards journey. Tour ends…