Tour Title : Best of North India
Duration : 14 nights /15 days
Route : Delhi - Mandawa-Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Jaipur
Tour Code : IVI/S/1026
Cost : On Request
     
Day 01:

Arrive Delhi
Arrive into the capital of India, New Delhi.
Upon arrival and after clearing immigration and customs you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Sightseeing: DELHI
Overnight stay at hotel

   
Day 02: Delhi
Breakfast, This morning enjoy half day tour of Old Delhi.
Sightseeing: The Ghats
Jama Masjid
Red Fort
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 03: Delhi
Breakfast, Today enjoy a half day tour of New Delhi .
Sightseeing: Rajpath & India Gate
Qutab Minar
Humayuns Tomb
Overnight stay at hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 04: Delhi - Agra
Breakfast, Drive from Delhi to Agra en route Sikandra.
Sikandra, a few kilometres short of Agra on the main Delhi-Agra highway (National Highway 2), is supposedly named for a pre-Mughal ruler of Delhi called Sikandar Lodhi. Sikandar Lodhi had ambitions of extending his reign south of Delhi, and had a citadel in Agra—and perhaps a garden at this spot. In the early years of the 17th century, the third of the Mughal emperors, Akbar, chose Sikandra to be the site of his mausoleum. He renamed it Bihishtabad (`Abode of Paradise’), and commissioned its design and construction, though after Akbar’s death in 1605, the building was completed under the aegis of his son and successor, Jahangir. Overnight stay at hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 05: Agra
Breakfast, Today city tour of Agra
Sightseeing: TAJ MAHAL
AGRA FORT
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 06: Agra - Fathepur Sikhri - Bharatpur - Ranthambore
Breakfast
Travel from Agra to Fathepur Sikhri by Road.
Sightseeing: Fathepur Sikhri.
Later proceed from Fathepur Sikhri to Bharatpur by Road and from Bharatpur to Sawai Madhopur by Jan Shatabdi Express Dep. at 1054 : Arr. 1312
Afternoon a 3hr game drive into the Park by Jeep/Cantor.
SightSeeing: Ranthambore
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 07: Ranthambore
Breakfast, Today before breakfast enjoy a day`s tour exploring the forests of Ranthambore.
Sightseeing: RANTHAMBORE SAFARI
Overnight stay at hotel hotel
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 08: Ranthambore - Jaipur
Breakfast, Drive from Ranthambore to Jaipur by Road
Sightseeing: Jaipur City description
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 09: Jaipur
Breakfast, Today visit the Amber Fort in the morning.
Sight Seeing :AMBER FORT
Later enjoy the City tour in the afternoon
Sightseeing: Jaipur City description
CITY PALACE AND THE MUSEUM
JANTAR MANTAR
Hawa mahal (Palace of Winds)
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 10: Jaipur - Ajmer- Jodhpur
Breakfast
This morning your private car with driver will drive you to Jodhpur en route visiting Ajmer (300km/6hrs)
Sight Seeing:Ajmer
Later drive from Ajmer to Jodhpur
Sightseeing: Jodhpur City Description
Overnight stay at hotel hotel
Meals: Breakfast
   
Day 11: Jodhpur
Breakfast, Today enjoy Half day sightseeing of Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada.
Sightseeing: MEHRANGARH FORT
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Jodhpur -Udaipur
Breakfast, Travel from Jodhpur to Udaipur by IC 471 Dep. at 1435 : Arr. 1515
Drive from Jodhpur to Udaipur
Evening take a boat ride on Lake Pichola(subject to water in the lake)
Sightseeing: Udaipur City Description
Lake Pichola Boat ride
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 13: Udaipur - Mumbai
Breakfast, Travel from Udaipur to Bombay by 9W 3406 Dep. at 1925 : Arr. 2110
This morning enjoy half day city tour of Udaipur and later.Later travel to the airport for your flight to Mumbai.
Sightseeing: Udaipur city tour
Mumbai City Description.
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 14: Mumbai
Breakfast, Today vist the Elephanta caves lfollowed by the City tour in the afternoon
Sightseeing: Mumbai city tour
Gateway Of India
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Flora Fountain
Mani Bhawan
Hanging Garden
Elephanta Excursion
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 15: Depart Mumbai
Breakfast, Today depart Mumbai for your flight back home
Overnight stay at hotel
Meals: Breakfast
 
         
 
         
DELHI DESCRIPTION
Delhi is the capital of India. Its history goes back to 3000 years. Various rulers built eight successive cities in and around present day Delhi. Few capitals in the world have as many monuments of which Delhi is justly proud; overnight at the Hotel.
The Ghats
Along the banks of Jamuna are located the places were the leaders and freedom fighters of India were cremated. The Raj Ghat is one of the most visited ghats. A simple square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948. To North of Raj Ghat is the cremation ground of Jawaharlal Nehru named as Shanti Van. The cremation ground of Indira Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi are also in the vicinity. The cremation ground of Lal Bahadur Shastri is nearby.
Jama Masjid
One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi but in India. Completed in 1658 this Mosque has three gateways, Four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets. You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed before entering. One can also go to the top of minarets. From here you can have a birds eye view of Delhi.
Red Fort
Built in Red Sand stone this imposing fort is 3 kms in perimeter with the height of the wall varying from 18 to 30 meters at places. When the Red fort was being built Yamuna used to flow on its one sides and there were deep moats on the other. Today Yamuna flows almost a kilometer away from the fort and the moats have dried up. In the evening the Delhi Tourism organises a light and sound show which narrates the history of Delhi in context of the Red Fort.

The Lahore gate, the main entrance, has some emotions and sentiments attached with the Indian independence as the Tricolour flutters on the top of this gate. On 15th August the Indian Prime minister addresses the nation from here. As soon one enters in the fort from the Lahore gate There is a small Bazzar, here all kinds of items are available. This Shopping arcade was known as the Mina Bazar and was open only to women on Thursdays`s during the Mughal era.

The arcade leads to the Naubat Khana or the drum house where the Musicians used to play drums on the arrival of Emperors or princes. Just above the Naubat Khana is the Indian war memorial museum which has a rich collection of armours, guns, swords, and other items related to war.

The Dewan-i-Am or the place of public hearing had a wall paneled with marble in laid with precious stone which were removed during the mutiny of 1857. The Dewan-i-Khas or the place for special hearing was the area where the emperor used to hold meetings with his ministers. Next to Dewan-i-Khas are the royal baths or the Hammams and Shahi Burj which are closed for public viewing. The white marbled Moti Masjid or the pearl mosque was the private mosque for Aurangzeb.
Rest of the day at leisure.

Rajpath & India Gate
Flanked by ornamental ponds and lawns, Rajpath is host to the Republic Day Parade. The two secretariat buildings and Rashtrapati Bhawan on the Raisina hills are located on the two sides of this immensely broad road. Previously the Boat Club, besides the Rajpath, was host to many demonstrations and Rallies. India Gate is towards the eastern end of Rajpath
Qutab Minar
The 72.5 metre high-tower dates back to the 13th century and is one of the greatest bequests of Islamic culture. At its base lies the Quwwatul-Islam Masjid, the first mosque in India.

Iron Pillar. A famous iron pillar of the 5th century, inside Qutub Minar complex. It has remained rust free for 1500 years. According to local belief if you can get your fingers to touch, with your back to the pillar, your wishes will be granted.
A drive through the Diplomatic Enclaves to see the various High Commissions.
Humayuns Tomb
It was built by Humayun`s widowed Queen Haji Begum, in the 16th century. Architecturally the forerunner of the Taj Mahal, it stands in Nizamuddin, which has Mughal architecture at its graceful best.

TAJ MAHAL
Described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, it was constructed by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his queen Mumtaz Mahal, made out of white marble took 22 years to complete (1630-1652 AD). Ustad Ahamad Lahori, a Persian Architect, is said to be the main designer and planner for this magnificent memorial. On full moon nights, the glory of the Taj is at its best. Over the centuries, the Taj has attracted more visitors than perhaps any other Monuments in the country, and it is all too easy resort to conventional superlatives when describing it. What makes the Taj Unique is its perfect proportions, distinct femininity, medium of construction and ornamentation. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day and glowes pearl-like in the moonlight and during the monsoon. Standing on a high plinth, the Taj Mahal is visible for miles around and forms a backdrop to mustard fields and mud-walled villages. It can be seen from guestrooms at some of Agra`s hotels, as well as from the landscaped gardens to the west of the complex.

AGRA FORT
Construction of the massive red sandstone Agra Fort on the bank of the Yamuna River was begun by Emperor Akbar in 1565, though additions were made up until the rule of his grandson, Shah Jahan. In Akbar`s time the fort was principally a military structure, but during Shah Jaha regin it had partially become Palace. It is an imposing strcture with walls of red sandstone almost three kilometers long. Entered through the Amar Singh Gate, the eastern part of the fort contain palace, audience hall and mosques built by three emperors. The fort presents a good sampling of their favoured architectural styles. Akbar drew on Islamic and Hindu traditions and the result is eclectic. By Shah Jahan`s time the style had become so homogenized that it is impossible to seprate the Hindu and Muslim strands. The Diwan-i-Am (public audience hall), the beautiful Diwan-i-Khas (private audience hall) and the magnificent Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque) were also added by Shah Jahan.

FATEHPUR SIKRI
This magnificent fortifield ghost city was the capital of the Mughal emperor Akbar between 1571 and 1585. The downfall of this once magnificent capital of the Mughals started with the rise of the Jats when Emperor Aurangazeb left this place never to return again. The credit for preserving the ancient monuments situated here goes to Lord Curzon. Since then , these protected monuments and the environs of the city have been well maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. The city is rectangular in shape with nine huge gates - Delhi Darwaza, Lal Darwaza, Agra Gate, Suraj and Chandra Darwaza, Tehra Gate and Ajmeri Darwaza.

Ranthambore
Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest and most renowned national park in Northern India. The park is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of southeastern Rajasthan, which is about 130 km from Jaipur. Being considered as one of the famous and former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, today the Ranthambore National Park terrain is major wildlife tourist attraction spot that has pulled the attention of many wildlife photographers and lovers in this destination.

RANTHAMBORE SAFARI
The Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary is one of the best places in India to see a tiger in its natural habitat. In the dry season tigers can be seen near the watering holes and are clearly visible in the dry forest.

Jaipur City description
The rose-pink capital of Rajasthan, is surrounded on all sides by rugged hills, the city was founded in 1727 by the astronomer-king, Sawai Jai Singh II and built according to the Shilpa Shastra, the ancient Hindu treatise on architecture and sculpture. It is a walled city with seven rectangular blocks. The Maharajah`s palace stands in the center of the city amidst lovely gardens. Jaipur is aptly called the `the pink city` of India.

AMBER FORT
Amber was once the ancient capital of Jaipur. Construction of the fortress-palace started in 1592 by Raja Man Singh, the Rajput Commander of Akbar`s army. It was later extended and completed by the Jai Singhs. The fort is a superb example of Rajput architecture, stunningly situated on a hillside and over-looking a lake which reflects its terraces and ramparts. Riding on elegantly caparisoned elephants, we approach the palace in the traditional way. The high gateways allow us to enter on these broad-backed animals.
CITY PALACE AND THE MUSEUM
situated in the heart of the old City, it occupies about one seventh of the old city area. The palace is a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture, it houses a Seven storeyed Chandra Mahal in the centre, which affords a fine view of the gardens and the city. Diwan-E-Am (Hall of public audience) has intricate decorations and collection of manuscripts, Diwan-E-Khas (Hall of private audience) has a marble pawed gallery Mubarak Mahal has a rich collection of costumes and textiles. There is a Clock Tower near Mubarak Mahal. Sileh Khana has a collection of armory and weapons.
JANTAR MANTAR
(Observatory) - built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the huge masonary instruments were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. Enormous sun-dial still provide accurate time, which are subject to daily corrections.
Hawa mahal (Palace of Winds)
The intriguing `Palace of Winds` is really a facade built in 1799 to allow royal ladies to view the city from the windows.

The lakeside city of Ajmer is located in central Rajasthan, and is held in great reverence by devotees of all communities who call it `Ajmer Sharif` (Holy Ajmer). . It has the mausoleum of the Sufi saint, Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, whose blessings are eagerly sought by pilgrims to his dargah. Known as the `Dargah Sharif`, the last resting place of the saint who died in 1235 lies at the foot of a barren hill. The saint`s marble domed mausoleum is India`s most important shrine for Muslims and receives an endless flow of visitors of all religions as the sick, the troubled and the childless come here seeking a boon, a blessing or just peace of mind. Legend has it that the Mughal emperor, Akbar came here to the saint in the 16th century in quest of a boon for an heir and the saint obliged.

Jodhpur City Description
The former capital of Marwar state, was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha who claimed descent from Lord Rama (the hero of the epic Ramayana). The massive fort - Mehrangarh - came first and around it grew the city of Jodhpur protected by a high stone wall with seven gates and countless bastions. Today, the city has grown to become the second largest city of Rajasthan while still maintaining its medieval character.

As in the past, Jodhpur is still one of the leading trading centres of wood, cattle, camels, salt and agricultural crops. However, the past is never very far behind and Jodhpur boasts of some very fine reminders of this glorious past - palaces, forts, temples and other elegant monuments of architectural and historical value

MEHRANGARH FORT
Perched on a 150 m high hill its sprawl is the most formidable and magnificent fort in Rajasthan. Rao Jodha founded it in 1459 but subsequent rulers of Jodhpur have also added to it over the centuries. A meandering road leads to the from the city 5 kms below. Battle scars of canon ball hit by attacking armies of Jaipur can still be seen on the second gate. To the left is chhatri of Kirat Singh Soda, a soldier who fell on the spot while defending the fort against the armies of Amber. There are seven gates, which include Jayapol meaning victory built by Maharaja Man Singh to commemorate his victories over Jaipur and Bikaner armies.

Udaipur City Description
Also known as the Venice of the East, Udaipur, is an enchanting city. From the lakes in the midst of the sandy terrain to green forested hills where wildlife still abounds, the surprises are endless. And, in the lakes, or by their edges, are palaces straight out of fairy tales, each more beautiful than the other. Founded in 16th century by Maharana Udai Singh, the House of Mewar or Udaipur as it is better known is surrounded by the Aravalli mountain ranges.
Lake Pichola Boat ride
Evening we take a boat ride on Lake Pichola to visit the Jag Mandir Palace. This palace is built on an island, which covers 4 acres and is noted for its marble interior and imposing dome. You will get a chance to witness the daily life on the banks of the lake.
Udaipur city tour
Sightseeing tour of Udaipur includes a visit to the vast and the exquisite City Palace of the Maharana. Amber, Jade, and colored glass give the palace a sparkling, yet ethereal quality. Also visit Jagdish Temple, 16th century temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.Drive past Fateh Sagar Lake with a visit to Sahelion-ki- Bari, garden of the maids-of-Honor. On return visit the Crystal Gallery in the Durbar Hall at the Fateh Prakash Palace which once used to the venue of state banquets, official functions & formal `durbars`, offers breathtaking views of the Lake Pichola with Jagmandir, Lake Palace and Sajjangarh Fort (Monsoon Palace).
Mumbai City Description.
A beautiful harbor studded with hilly islands and a palm- fringed shore rising gradually to the peaks of mountain ranges form a fine waterfront for Bombay, "the Gateway of India" Besides being the major port of India, Bombay is also a great industrial center. A cosmopolitan city, it owes its prosperity to the industry and enterprise of its population of about eight million. It is the commercial capital of India.

Mumbai city tour
We will see the Gateway of India, a 262 feet high gateway overlooking the sea, built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911 we`ll drive past the Hanging gardens, Victoria Railway Station & Crawford Market to the Flora Fountain, a center of all business activities. Alsoo visit the Mani Bhavan or the Gandhi Museum which is a building where Mahatma Gandhi, Father of the Nation stayed during his visits to Bombay from 1917-34, which now has pictorial exhibit of the incidents in Gandhi`s life. Also visit the `not-to-be missed` dhobighats (public laundry).
Gateway Of India.
Mumbai`s most striking monument, this too was designed by George Wittet. It has an imposing gateway arch in the Indo-Saracenic style with Gujarati and Islamic elements such as wooden carvings. It was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911. This area is also the departing point for ferries plying to Elephanta Island and other beaches across the port. Behind it is the beautiful old (and new) structure of the Taj Mahal Hotel

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
This is a magnificent building, and considered to be architecturally one of the finest stations in the world. Built by the British in 1888, it has exquisite ornamentation on its facade along with beautifully executed panels and friezes. It holds the statue of Queen Victoria on its dome.

Flora Fountain
The Flora Fountain stands on the site of the old church gate of the Bombay Fort, now a major crossroad named Hutatma Chowk. It was erected to honour Sir Bartle Frere, a former governor of Bombay and named after the Greek goddess Flora.

Mani Bhawan
This simple and charming museum was where Mahatma Gandhi lived on his visits to Mumbai between 1917 and 1934. Gandhi`s room and belongings including his books are on display. Mani Bhavan is situated on Laburnam Road, near the August Kranti Maidan, where the `Quit India` movement was launched in 1942. Open daily from 9.30 am to 6 pm

Hanging Garden
Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens) and the Kamala Nehru Park. Both provide relaxing atmospheres of greenery. Beside the Hanging Gardens are the Parsi Towers of Silence. But these are off-limits to all except those who have come to dispose and pay respect to the dead.

Elephanta Excursion
Experience a cruise to the Elephanta caves. The island of Elephanta is known for its four rock- cut Hindu temples which were cut between 450 -750 A.D and at that time the island was known as Gharapuri, the fortress city. When the Portuguese arrived they renamed it Elephanta after the large stone elephant near the landing place.

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