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Extensive India Vacation Tour |
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Duration : 20 Nights / 21 Days
Destinations : Mumbai – Cochin (Kochi) – Aurangabad – Udaipur – Jodhpur – Jaipur – Agra – Jhansi – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi |
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India is a diverse and diversified country. It is one of the most sought after countries in the world when it comes to choose a country for tourism or holiday. The country offers varied tourism options such as cultural tourism, heritage tourism, adventure tourism, wildlife tourism, ecotourism, beach tourism, responsible tourism, village tourism, monsoon tourism, medical tourism, etc. Thus the country has innumerable tourist attractions and sites for vacationers coming from all over the world. Travelers can enjoy best of tourism in this country by exploring its historic and historical cities. There are many cities which can be visited and explored on India tour. If you want to see and explore the most popular historic and historical cities of India, then you ought to consider head on an extensive India tour. To cater your needs we are offering Extensive India Vacation tour package which might cater you and give you wonderful opportunity to explore and see the best of Incredible India. Have a look at detailed itinerary. 
Day 01 : Arrival in Mumbai
Reach this morning in Mumbai – the financial capital of India. A representative from Indian Luxury Tours will receive you with warm welcome and transfer you to the designated luxury hotel. Wash, change and relax. Enjoy delicious breakfast served at the hotel.
After having breakfast proceed on Mumbai sightseeing tour. Visit the Gateway of India, perhaps the most important monument to visit in Mumbai. The monument is designed with a combination of Muslim and Hindu architectural styles. Today Gateway of India also has been starting point of most Mumbai tours.
After seeing this magnificent monument, take a ferry boat ride to visit the Elephanta Caves (UNESCO world heritage sites) which is located in on an island (called Elephanta Island) in the Arabian Sea. Elephanta caves are known for magnificent rock cut cave temples of Hindus and Buddhists. You will see many rock-cut stone sculptures at Hindu caves.
Return to Mumbai by ferry boat. After some relax again start your journey to explore Mumbai. Visit fort area to explore historical and impressive buildings. St. John's church is a worth visit in the fort area. Then visit the Victoria Terminus (Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus) which is a UNESCO world heritage site and historic railway station in Mumbai.
Other attractions you may visit or choose some of them depending on your time include Marine Drive (the Queen's Necklace), Flora Fountain, Hanging Gardens, Prince of Wales Museum, Crawford Market, Jehangir Art Gallery, Kamala Nehru Park, Juhu & Chowpatty Beaches, Nehru Centre, Siddhivinayak Temple, Haji Ali Mosque, Film City, Mahalaxmi Temple, Dhobi Ghat, etc.
After sightseeing tours in Mumbai, return to the hotel on time. Have sumptuous dinner and spent luxurious night at the hotel.
Day 02 : Mumbai – Cochin (By Flight)
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Indian Luxury Tours representative will on time transfer you to Mumbai airport to board flight for Cochin (Kochi) in Kerala. On arrival at Kochi Airport, a representative from Indian Luxury Tours will receive you with warm welcome and transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Wash, change and relax. Spend rest of the day at leisure or in your own holiday activities.
Cochin (now known at Kochi) is a major port city on the west coast of India by the Arabian Sea. It is the economical hub or capital of Kerala, God’s Own Country. It is popularly known as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea’. It is also an important tourist destination and has lots to offer its visitors. It is internationally famous for its cultural, heritage, historical and natural features.
In the early evening you will be taken for a private harbor cruise to enjoy serene world of water. You will come across amazing natural beauty and serenity. You will also see wonderful Chinese fishing nets. Enjoy watching the dolphins at Willington Island and see the Bolghatty Palace. Sail till the opening of the sea and see the spectacular site of sunset over the azure Arabian Sea. It would be a unique lifetime experience.
Return to hotel on time. Have sumptuous dinner and spent luxurious night at the hotel.
Day 03 : Cochin (Kochi)
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel and then proceed on full day sightseeing tour of Cochin. Major attractions to see in Kochi include Jew Town, Jewish Synagogue, Fort Kochi, Mattancherry Dutch Palace, Portuguese Buildings, St Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Hill Palace Complex, Bastion Bungalow, Spice Market, etc. Take a boat ride and visit Bolghatty Palace and Vyppin Island. In the evening enjoy Kathkali Dance Performance. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 : Cochin – Backwater Excursion
Have a relaxed breakfast at the hotel. Today you will be taken for backwater cruise. Enjoy the serene and scenic stretches of backwaters with comforts of luxury houseboat. Sail through tranquil water bodies seeing wonderful vista of paddy fields, traditional villages and many churches & temples on the shore. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 05 : Cochin – Mumbai – Aurangabad (By Flight)
Take delicious breakfast served at the hotel. Take flight to Mumbai. Indian Luxury Tours representative will receive you from Mumbai airport and transfer you to the pre-booked hotel close to the airport. In the afternoon visit the Film City which is famous for Hindu movie shootings.
In the evening take flight to Aurangabad. Aurangabad in Maharashtra today is a bustling city which diverse big and small industries. It is also a historic city with many historical, cultural and heritage sites. It is internationally famous for Ajanta and Ellora Caves which are treasure houses of Indian art sculptures. Ajanta & Ellora caves are very popular among historians, scholars, and lovers of art & culture.
On arrival at Aurangabad airport, you will be transferred to the pre-booked hotel. Wash, change and relax at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 06 : Aurangabad
Have very hearty at the hotel. Today you will be taken to guided tour of famous Ajanta Caves and Daulatabad Fort.
Take excursion to visit the famous Ajanta Caves which are 29 rock-cut cave monuments, dating from the 2nd century BCE. You will see beautiful paintings & frescos and stunning sculptures at the caves of Ajanta. In the year 1983, Ajanta caves have declared as UNESCO world heritage site.
Return to Aurangabad and visit the famous Daulatabad Fort. The Daulatabad Fort has been considered as the most puissant and powerful fort that offered vigorous and dynamic resistance to the enemies. Chand Minar, Chini Mahal, Mughal Pavilion, etc are attraction of Daulatabad Fort.
On time return back to hotel. Enjoy sumptuous dinner and spent luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07 : Aurangabad
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Aurangabad.
Visit the internationally famous Ellora, 30 km away for the city of Aurangabad. Ellora is also a UNESCO world heritage site and well known for its monumental caves. There are 34 caves at Ellora, depicting the epitome of rich Indian rock-cut architecture. Caves contain Buddhist, Hindu and Jain rock-cut temples and monasteries and known for their architectural brilliance. They were built between 5th and 10th century. Caves are divided into 12 Buddhist caves, 17 Hindu caves and 5 Jain caves. These magnificent caves reveal the marvelous religious harmony widespread during this period of Indian history.
After exploring the famous monumental caves at Ellora, proceed to visit famous Aurangabad caves. There are 12 artificial rock-cut Buddhist shrines at Aurangabad caves which are located on a hill running roughly east to west about 2 km north from the famous monument Bibi Ka Maqbara. After exploring the attraction of Aurangabad caves also see the Bibi Ka Maqbara.
In the evening enjoy textile tour in Aurangabad and then on time return back to the hotel. Have sumptuous dinner and spend luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 08 : Aurangabad – Mumbai – Udaipur (By Flight)
Take your breakfast at the hotel. Take flight to Mumbai. On arrival in Mumbai, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the pre-booked hotel close to the airport. Wash, change and relax. Make a short tour to Film City where you can see shooting of Hindu movies. After lunch, take flight to Udaipur, the City of Lakes - a beautiful city in Rajasthan.
Upon arrival at Udaipur Airport, Indian Luxury Tours representative will receive you with warm welcome and transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Wash, change and relax. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 : Udaipur
Have relaxed breakfast at the hotel. Then proceed for city tour of Udaipur – the City of Lakes, the City of Palaces, the Venice of the East, the Kashmir of Rajasthan, the City of Dawn, the vision in white, the jewel of Mewar and one of the most romantic cities in India.
When you will travel in this beautiful city you will come across many elegant palaces and crystal clear lovely lakes. Major lakes in this city include Pichola Lake, Udai Sagar Lake, Swaroop Sagar Lake and Fateh Sagar Lake.
Major palaces to see in this city include City Palace Complex (located on the eastern bank of the Pichola Lake), Lake Palace (located in the middle of the Pichola Lake on an island), Jagmandir Palace (another island palace in the Lake Pichola) and Monsoon Palace (overlooking all the famous lakes of the city).
Other tourist attractions to see on city tour of Udaipur include Saheliyon-Ki-Bari, Jagdish Temple, Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal, Gulab Bagh & Zoo, Udaipur Solar Observatory, Vintage Car Collection, Eklingji Temple, Shilpgram, Folk Museum, Maharana Pratap Memorial, etc. In the evening enjoy boat cruise on the tranquil water of the picturesque Pichola Lake. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 10 : Udaipur
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Today you will have two options to choose form. Take either excursion to visit famous Devigarh Palace or to visit magnificent Kumbhalgarh Fort. Spend rest of the day at your own independent holiday activities. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel in Udaipur.
Day 11 : Udaipur – Jodhpur
Have a relaxed breakfast at the hotel. Drive towards Jodhpur on the stopping at Ranakpur to see famous ancient Jain Temples known for architectural brilliance. You will see many stunning sculptures while exploring the Ranakpur temples. Continue your drive to Jodhpur - Blue City of India. Check-in at the hotel on arrival at Jodhpur. Wash, change and relax. Spend rest of the day at leisure. Enjoy sumptuous dinner and spend luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12 : Jodhpur
Take delicious breakfast served at the hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Jodhpur, the second largest city of Rajasthan. Jodhpur, famed as the Blue City of India, is a majestic town located on the edges of the Thar Desert (the Great Indian Desert). The city has prominent position in the history of the state. Explore the prominent attraction of Jodhpur city – the gateway to the desert landscape and home of the brave Rathors of Marwar.
Visit the magnificent mammoth Mehrangarh Fort, rising up a hilly scarp overlooking the city majestically. From the ramparts of the fort complex you can see the spectacular sight of blue houses around the fort. Rightly the city is described as the Blue City. You will see many beautiful palaces and structures added by successive rulers. After exploring Mehrangarh Fort you will visit major attractions today are palatial Umaid Bhawan Palace, Palace Museum and the royal cenotaph of Jaswant Thada. Depending on your time you can also make excursion to Mandore Gardens. On the way to Mandore Garden you will visit the famous Balsamand Lake & Palace.
After sightseeing in and around Jodhpur city, on time return back to the hotel. Enjoy sumptuous dinner and spend luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 13 : Jodhpur – Jaipur
Have a relaxed breakfast at the hotel. After having breakfast drive towards Jaipur – the capital and largest city of Rajasthan and famed as the Pink City and Gem City of India. On arrival in Jaipur, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Wash, change and relax. Spend rest of the day at leisure or in your own independent holiday activities. Enjoy sumptuous dinner and spend luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 14 : Jaipur
Have a very hearty at the hotel. Proceed for full day sightseeing tour in and around the city of Jaipur – the Pink City of India and one of the finest planned cities of India. Jaipur has emerged as one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Rajasthan and India. It is internationally renowned with its magnificent forts and palaces. Drenched into royal glory, the city enjoys rich cultural and traditional features couples with modern culture and attractions.
Magnificent forts to visit in this city include Amber Fort (also called Amer Palace), Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort. Amber Fort is located in the outskirt of the city. You will enjoy elephant ride to ascend the Amber Fort Complex. It is a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles of architecture.
Apart from magnificent forts there are many other interesting places which fascinate tourists on Jaipur city tour. Other main attractions to see in this city include Jantar Mantar Observatory (UNESCO world heritage site), Hawa Mahal (the Palace of Winds), City Palace Complex, City Palace Museum, Govind Devji Temple, Chandra Mahal, Birla Temple (Laxmi Narayan Mandir), Rambagh Palace, Ramniwas Gardens, Jaipur Zoo, Albert Hall Museum (Central Park), Jal Mahal Palace, Kanak Vrindavan, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh & Palace, etc. In the evening explore famous bustling local bazaars famous for exquisite handicrafts and precious & semi-precious gems.
After exploring major attractions of Jaipur city, on time return back to the hotel. Enjoy sumptuous dinner and spend luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 15 : Jaipur – Agra
Take a delicious breakfast served at the hotel. Drive towards Agra – the city of Taj Mahal. On the way, stop at Fatehpur Sikri to see historical sites and monuments. Fatehpur Sikri is an abandoned town. It was constructed by mughal emperor Akbar as his capital but soon unfortunately he discarded this city as his capital due to scarcity of drinking water. Today this ghost town is a UNESCO world heritage site and has been very popular among tourists as there are many magnificent monuments to see here. Major attractions to see at Fatehpur Sikri include Buland Darwaza (the largest gateway in the world), Panch Mahal, Birbal Mahal, Jodha Bai Palace, Salim Chisti Mosque and ruins of many palaces and structures.
After exploring attractions of Fatehpur Sikri, continue your drive to reach at your next destination Agra in Uttar Pradesh. Upon arrival in Agra, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the pre-booked hotel next to the famous Taj Mahal – the Symbol of Love. Wash, change and relax. See the matchless beauty of the Taj Mahal at Sunset. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 16 : Agra
In the early morning take battery ride to the Taj Mahal complex. See the marvelous beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Taj Mahal, the Symbol of Love, is India’s star tourist attraction. It attracts a big influx of tourists from all over the world. It is also one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Built in graceful white marble, the architectural beauty and glory of the monument never fails to lure visitors. This magnificent white marble monument was constructed by the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the commemoration of most darling wife Mumtaz Mahal. Due to its associated legend, the Taj is often described as the Symbol of Love. Taj Mahal is also a UNESCO world heritage site.
Return to hotel for breakfast. Later visit the splendid Agra Fort – another UNESCO world heritage site in Agra. This magnificent fort complex was built by the great emperor Akbar. Due to its structure built in red-sand stoned it is also called as the Red Fort of Agra. The fort complex houses many historical sites and architecturally beautiful structures. Major attractions inside the complex include Diwan-i-Am (the Hall of Public Audience), Diwan-i-Khas (the Hall of Private Audience), Golden Pavilion, Rang Mahal, Shahi Burj, Musamman Burj, Anguri Bagh, Takht-i-Jahangir - Throne of Jahangir, Jahangiri Mahal, Shah Jahani Mahal, Khas Mahal (white marble palace), Sheesh Mahal, Naubat Khana, Nagina Masjid (Gem Mosque), Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque), Mina Masjid (Heavenly Mosque), etc.
After exploring the attraction of Agra Fort Complex, proceed to visit the magnificent tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah also called the Baby Taj or Little Taj Mahal or Jewel Box or the Draft of the Taj Mahal. This magnificent mausoleum was built by mughal empress Noor Jahan (the wife of Jahangir) in the commemoration of her father Mirzā Ghiyās Beg. Mirza Ghiyas Beg was also the grandfather of Rani Mumtaz Mahal, the wife of mughal emperor Shah Jahan.
Spend rest of the day at leisure or explore local bustling bazaar for some shopping. On time return back to the hotel. Enjoy sumptuous dinner and spend luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 17 : Agra – Jhansi – Orchha – Khajuraho
Take your breakfast at the hotel. You will be transferred to railway station to take deluxe train to Jhansi which is the nearest railhead for Khajuraho. Arrive in Jhansi and then startfor Orchha by surface (car).
Orchha is a medieval town in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. This historic town was founded by the Bundela rulers with palaces and temples of the 16the and 17th centuries. The medieval town of Orchha is renowned for temples, palaces, fort and chattris. Chattris were constructed in the commemoration of the kings and the place is flaked by the Betwa River. Explore Fort Complex and enjoy sightseeing of Orchha. Have a lunch at Orchha.
After having lunch at Orchha, drive to Khajuraho and reach by later afternoon. Upon arrival at Khajuraho, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Khajuraho is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in central India. It is renowned for the group of monuments (architecturally beautiful temples). Khajuraho Group of Monuments is also a UNESCO world heritage site. Temples are architecturally beautiful and known for finely chiseled sculptures. Some of sculptures depict sensual and erotic poses of love making couples. Visit the Eastern Group of Temples in the afternoon. Enjoy Sound & Light Show organized at the premises at the temple complex in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 18 : Khajuraho – Varanasi
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Visit the western group of temples of Khajuraho. After exploring beautiful temples of the western group you will be transferred to the Khajuraho airport on time to board flight for Varanasi – the city of temples – in Uttar Pradesh. Upon arrival at Varanasi, Indian Luxury Tours representative will greet and transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and relax.
After lunch at hotel, take an excursion trip to Sarnath – one of the most popular places among Buddhists. It is the place where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon. It is only 10 km away from the city of Varanasi. Here you will see many Buddhist Stupas and monuments. Major attractions to see at Sarnath include Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Mulagandhakuti Vihara, Ashoka Pillar, Bodhi Tree, Deer Park, Sarnath Archeological Museum, Buddhist temples, etc.
On time return back to Varanasi and check-in at the hotel. Enjoy the evening Aarti at the ghats of the sacred River Ganges. Enjoy sumptuous dinner and spend luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 19 : Varanasi
In the early morning you will be taken to Daswamedh Ghat. Take a boat cruise on the water of the Holy Ganga. See the cremation sites and witness the living traditions of Hinduism - the one of the oldest and most important religious of the world. See the spectacular sunrise.
Return to the hotel. Have your breakfast and then proceed for sightseeing tour of Varanasi. Varanasi – the City of Temples - is an ancient and holy city of India. It is one of the oldest living cities in the world. It is India’s one of the most sought after tourist destinations. It is also one of the most famous pilgrimage sites for Hindus. When you will travel in this holy city you will come across many places of tourist interest including temples and cultural sites.
Major attractions to see in this city include Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Durga Temple (also known as Monkey Temple), New Vishwanath Temple (also known as Birla Mandir), Sankat Mochan Temple, Vyasa Temple, Vishalakshi Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Annapurna Temple, Sankatha Temple, Kalbhairav Temple, Mritunjay Mahadev Temple, Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Kala Bhawan, Ramnagar Fort, Jantar Mantar Observatory, etc.
On time return to hotel after sightseeing tours of Varanasi. Enjoy sumptuous dinner. Have luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 20 : Varanasi – Delhi
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Varanasi Airport to board flight for Delhi, the capital city of India. Upon arrival at Delhi Airport, Indian Luxury Tours representative will greet and transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Wash, change and relax. Spend rest of the day at leisure or in your own independent holiday activities such as shopping. In the evening enjoy Dances of Show. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 21 : Delhi – Onward
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Delhi – the capital city of India. Delhi is one of the major metropolitan cities of India. It is a fine amalgamation of modernity and traditions. It is the city where you will have ample opportunities to see many buildings of Mughal, British and Modern Era. During your travel in this city you will come across many cultural, historical, religious and heritage sties which will definitely fascinate you. There are three UNESCO world heritage sites in this city – Red Fort, Qutub Minar (the longest brick minaret in the world) and Humayun’s Tomb.
Other attractions to see in Delhi include Jama Masjid (the largest mosque of India), Rajghat (the final resting place of Mahatma Gandhi), Shanti Van (the cremation site of Jawahar Lal Nehru), President House, Parliament House, India Gate (war memorial), Old Fort, Mughal Gardens, National Zoological Park, Lotus Temple (the Bahai House of Worship), Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Temple), Akshardham Temple (the largest Hindu Temple Complex in the world), etc. Also finish your last minute shopping during the day.
After a farewell dinner at the hotel, a representative from Indian Luxury Tours will transfer you to the New Delhi International Airport on time. Take flight back to your onward home destination with sweet memories of extensive India vacation tour. |
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