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Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world, and some Western historians have noted that its architectural beauty has never been surpassed. The Taj is the most beautiful monument built by the Mughals........

 

Monuments of a place surely eulogize about the past grandeur. And often more. Delhi is an ancient land, where the culture rose to soaring pinnacles long before modern civilization made its way into everyone's heart.....

 

Set along the banks of the graceful Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh, Agra is a city drenched in history and rich cultural heritage. The Agra Monuments are some of the finest tourist attractions in India during your tour to India.

 

From Delhi you can embark on one of the most cherishable sight-seeing tours of Jaipur. This is the city of ancient monuments and forts and surely you will love to see the architectural wonders that trace their origin back to history.

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Taj Mahal and Gujarat Tour

 

   Tour Duration  18 Nights / 19 Days
   Tour Destination  Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Ahmedabad - Bhavnagar - Diu - Sasangir -
 Gondal - Wankaner - Dasada - Ahmedabad
   Travel Theme  Leisure
     


Tour Itinerary

Mathura, Vrindavan, Agra, Jaipur, Aurangabad, Goa , Mumbai

Day 01 - Arrival Delhi
Welcome! to capital of India. Arrive Delhi, meet assist at the airport by our tour executive & then transfer to hotel. Overnight at Delhi.

Day 02 - Monday - : 12th July-2010 : Delhi
Breakfast in hotel. After a leisurely breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Old Delhi & New Delhi.
OLD DELHI - A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting:- Red Fort - The red sandstone walls of Lal Qila, the Red Fort, extend for two km and vary in height from 18 metres on the river side to 33 metres on the city side. Shah Jahan started construction of the massive fort in 1638 and it was completed in 1648. Jama Masjid - Jama Masjid The splendid mosque built by Muhammad Ali Shah in the typical Mughal style with two minarets and three domes, lies to the west of the Hussainabad Imambara. Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit:- Humayun's Tomb - Built in the mid 16th century by Haji Begum, senior wife of Humayun, the second Mughal emperor, Humayun's Tomb is an early example of Mughal architecture built in Delhi. Qutub Minar - 13 km to the south of Connaught Circus at Lalkote of 8th century Tomor Rajputs, the 72.5 m high Victory Pillar stands as a victory stand of a Muslim King Kutub-ud-din-Aibak in India. A drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence, Lotus Temple and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. Overnight at Delhi.

Day 03 - Tuesday -  Delhi - Agra ( Via mathura & Vrindavan) (220 km/ 5 hrs)

After breakfast in the hotel proceed for Agra. Visit Mathura and Vrindavan ( The Birth Place of Lord Krinshna ) and afterthat forceed to visit Sikandarabad fort it's again enroute of Agra, after visit drive further to Agra. Check-in he Hotel and after fresh-up visit world famous Taj Mahal,and Agra Fort, After visit to Agra Fort and Taj Mahal take lunch, and afterthat . After lunch visit the mausoleum of Itmad-ud-Daulah that was designed by Queen Nur Jahan, the aunt of Queen Mumtaj Mahal. Evening cultural performance, dinner and overnight in Hotel


Day 04: - Agra/Jaipur Via Fatehpur Sikari (250 km/ 5 hrs.)

Agra , the erstwhile capital of

India under the great Mughals and known for Taj Mahal, has always fascinated the Indians as well as foreigners alike. Most of Agra is on the West bank of river Yamuna, with the Agra Fort and the Taj at its nucleus. Taj Mahal is quite simply one of mankind's most remarkable creations. After breakfast you will leave for a half day sightseeing visiting Taj Mahal built by emperor Shahjahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Next we visit Agra Fort, post lunch we leave for Jaipur via visiting Fatehpur Sikari, a masterpiece in sandstone with the stunning elegance of its palaces and courts. Next we head to Jaipur the flamboyant capital of Rajasthan. On arrival at Jaipur, our representative will meet & assist you to check-in at our hotel for overnight stay.

Day 05: - July-2010 : Jaipur

Jaipur Sightseeing : After breakfast visit the Hawa Mahal in the Pink City on the way to Amber Fort, enjoy the ride on elephant back to the hilltop palaces. After sightseeing of the palaces at Amber ride down on Jeeps. Visit the Turban Museum where you can try on one of the many Rajasthani style turbans. After lunch view the carpet weavers and wood-block cotton textile printers of Jaipur at work. Afternoon sightseeing includes City Palace of Kachhwaha Maharajas, visit the fascinating textiles gallery in Mubarak Mahal, the Sarvatobhadra (Hall of Private Audience) with the two famous Gangajallis (Silver Urns to carry Ganga River water), the colorful courtyard of Chandra Mahal with its Peacock Gate and the “Diwan-i-Am” Art Gallery that houses some of the most famous Mughal and Rajasthani miniature paintings. Stepping out of the City Palace visit the Astronomical Observatory that is largest one built by the founder of Jaipur, Sawai Jai Singh. All except one of its 17 astronomical instruments are still functional. overnight in hotel

Excursion to Chokhi Dhani:

Today we will take you for evening excursion to Chokhi Dhani complex, an ethnic village resort located at a distance 15 km from Jaipur. Evenings at Chokhi Dhani are very special. A Rajasthani village atmosphere is recreated on the sprawling ground and includes the entertainment by folk dancers and musicians. The guests can move around freely and enjoy the evening. Later drive back to Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 06  : Jaipur / Jodhpur - 4 hrs)

Jaipur/Jodhpur: After breakfast drive about 290 kilometers or 180 miles to Jodhpur . On arrival check-in the Heritage Ranbanka Hotel or Hotel Abhay Palace and visit Mehrengarh
Fort and Jaswant Thada. Dinner and overnight in hotel.


Day 07 : Jodhpur to Udaipur

Jodhpur/Ranakpur/Udaipur: After breakfast drive about 190 kilometers or 118 miles in about 4 hours for lunch at Maharani Bagh Hotel in Ranakpur and sightseeing of the famous Chaturmukh Jain Temple and the smaller Jain and Hindu temples in the same complex. Later drive 90 kilometers or 56 miles to Udaipur , the city of Lakes and Palaces. Dinner and overnight in Hotel Paras Mahal.

Day 08 :  Udaipur: Sightseeing.

After breakfast vist the imposing Maharana's City Palace and Jagdish Temple that is just outside its main gate. In the afternoon enjoy a boatride on Lake Pichola to visit the Jag Mandir Island Palace. Dinner and overnight in Hotel .

Day 09 : Udaipur to Ahmedabad - by Flight


Arrival Ahmedabad. Met and transfer Hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Ahmedabad Overnight Ahmedabad. Stay at Hotel for 02 Nights.
Hathising jainTemple-Ahmedabad

Day 10 : Ahmedabad

Fullday Excursion to Modhera / Patan After breakfast suggest with a pack lunch to do Excursion to Modhera Sun Temple and Patan (Patola Silk Weaving). Evening return to Hotel in Ahmedabad
Sun Temple - Modhera

Day 11 : Ahmedabad / Bhavnagar

After breakfast drive to Bhavnagar via Lothal ( 87 Kms + 145 Kms), One-way visit the Lothal Harappan Archeological site, Evening upon arrival check in at the Hotel later evening visit the Bazar of Bhavnagar. Overnight Bhavnagar. Stay at Hotel for 01 Night
Nilambag Palace - Bhavnagar

Day 12 : Bhavnagar / Diu

After breakfast drive to Diu on way visit Palitana ( 60 Kms + 200 Kms) Shatrunjaya temple later proceed to Diu, An sea cost available the best beach of Gujarat.On arrival check in at a Hotel. Overnight Diu (Ahmedpur Mandvi). Stay at Hotel for 02 Nights
Takhteshwar Temple -Bhavnagar

Day 13 : Diu

Fullday enjoy the beach activity with a half day sightseeing of Diu.
Nagoa Beach - Diu

Day 14 : Diu / Sasangir

After Breakfast proceed to Sasangir,(150 Kms) An Asiatic Lions of Gir National Park. Evening visit the Lion Sanctuary (Jeep safari Optional). Overnight Sasangir. Stay at Jungle Camp/Hotel for 1 Night. ** Special Note: Sasangir Sanctuary is closed every year 15 June to 15th Oct (in this period the said package replaced at Gondal i.e Diu to Gondal via Junagadh and in total 2 Nights at Gondal including the Day 06)
Sasangir


Day 15 : Sasangir / Gondal

After breakfast drive to Gondal on way visit Junagadh (65 Kms + 65 Kms) at Junagadh visit the famous Ashok Rock Edict, Junagadh Museum etc. Evening arrival at Gondal, An Historical city. Overnight at Gondal. Stay at the Palace for 1 Night.
Orchard Palace - Gondal

Day 16 : Gondal / Wankaner

After Breakfast Drive to Wanakner on way visit Rajkot ( 40 Kms + 55 Kms) including the Watson Museum, Rashtriya Shala to see the weaving cloths and local Rajkot City. Afternoon arrival at Wanakner enjoy a visiting the Palace Museum and local Village. Overnight at Wankaner. Stay at the Palace for 1 Night.
Swami Narayan Temple - Gondal

Day 17 : Wankaner / Dasada

After Breakfast drive to Dasada ( 280 Kms), Home of Asiatic Wild ass know as “ Little Rann Of Kutch” Afternoon visit the sanctuary and take a short trip to the local village to see the local tribes. Overnight at Dasada. Stay at Camp/Resort for 02 Nights
Ranjit Vilas Palace- Wankaner

Day 18 : Dasada

After Breakfast proceeds for a full day visit to the villages, Sanctuary and the Flamingo’s which migrated during the monsoon season. Time for leisure and enjoy the beauty of the Nature. Evening return to the resort for Overnight.
Dasada Sanctuary - Dasada

Day 19 : Depart-Dasada / Ahmedabad.

After Breakfast Drive to Ahmedabad ( 90 Kms) to connect your onward journey to Airport / Railway station.

 

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