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Day 01: Ar: Bombay
Meeting and assistance upon arrival and transfer from airport to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 02: BOMBAY-RAJKOT-GONDAL

Morning, one hour boat ride across Mumbai Harbor brings you to the lush green Elephanta Island. Here, visit some of the huge and intricately carved cave temples that date back to the 8th century, and which are dedicated to the Hindu Sun God - Shiva (CLOSED ON MONDAYS). Lunch at hotel and check-out. Afternoon, sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Visit the Prince of Wales Museum (Monday closed) here you will see its extensive collection of fascinating 18th & 19th century miniature paintings; elegantly carved ivory artworks; and a rich collection of Nepalese and Tibetian art, among other fine works of art. Also visit the Gateway of India overlooking the Harbor; and the Dhobi Ghat, the unique and colourful outdoor 'laundry'. Drive upto the Malabar Hill to the lovely Hanging Gardens and the Kamla Nehru Park from where you will get a wonderful view of Mumbai and the Arabian Sea, spread out before you. Also visit Mani Bhavan, a small museum dedicated to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhi; and the bustling Crawford Market.

Evening transfer from hotel to the airport.

Leave: Bombay at 1610 hrs by CD-7145
Ar: Rajkot at 1700 hrs

Meeting and assistance upon arrival and straight drive to Gondal (40 kms 1 hrs). On arrival check in at :hotel Cultural performance followed by dinner Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03: GONDAL-BHAVNAGAR
Morning visit the Vintage car collection of the Maharaja of Gondal, close to where you will be staying. Also, visit 500 years old Palace, temple. Early lunch at hotel. Continue drive to Bhavnagar (250 KMS / 5 HRS). On arrival check in at :hotel Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: BHAVNAGAR-PALITANA-AHMEDABAD
Early morning drive to Ahmedabad (250 kms / 5 hrs) via Palitana, lies at the foot of the Shatrunjaya Hill, with the Shatrunjaya river flowing to its South. The sacred hill rises in a crescendo of magnificent temple, 863 in all, that soar in marble splendor of its top. Only the Gods live on this holy hilltop city for, after sundown, none may stay here, not even the priests who wend their way down the hill and leave the resplendent pinnacle to the gods. The temples were built over an impressive span of 900 years, with each generation of pilgrims making its contribution to the shrines of Shatrunjaya. Lunch at Vijay Vilas Palace near Palitana On arrival check in at :hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 05 : AHMEDABAD
Breakfast at hotel. Morning nature walk and continue you will have city sightseeing tour of Ahmedabad visiting the Jamma Masjid, famous for its picturesque porticoes resting on 250 columns. Visit Sidi Sayyad's Mosque which is world renowned for it's intricate lattice-work of rich and elaborate design. Also visit Calico Textile Museum. Dinner and overnight at Hotel

Day 06: AHMEDABAD-MOUNT ABU

Early breakfast at hotel. Early morning drive to Mount Abu (230 kms / 6 hrs) enroute visiting Modhera, Patan and the havelis of Sidhpur.

MODHERA: The sun Temple of Modhera is one of the finest examples of Indian temple architecture of its period. Built in 1026 A.D the temple is dedicated to the Sun-God, Surya and stands high on a plinth overlooking a deep stone tank. Every inch of the edifice, both inside and outside is magnificently carved with Gods and Goddesses, birds, beasts and flowers.

PATAN: Home of the famous patola silk saris , Patan is a beautiful old town with Jain temples and carved wooden houses. Rana ki vav (step well) is another interesting place to visit in Patan.

SIDHPUR: Situated on the banks of river Saraswati, is famous for two things - havelis of the Vohra community of Muslims and as a Hindu pilgrim center. A guided walk to see the havelis along the narrow streets is rather interesting; wherein marvelous carvings and glass paintings could be seen. You might be taken inside a Haveli by some friendly families.

LUNCH At hotel BALARAM PALACE, BALARAM. On arrival check in at :hotel.

Afternoon, city sightseeing tour of Mt.Abu. Here you will visit Dilwara Temple, Nakki Lake, Sun-set Point, DINNER & Overnight at the hotel

Day 07: MOUNT ABU-UDAIPUR
Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Udaipur, via Ranakpur (292 KMS/7 HRS). A visit to the famous Jain Temple, dating back to the 15th century. Its 29 halls are supported by 200 pillars, none of which are alike. The Temple abounds with intricate friezes and sculptures. Includes visits to two more Jain temples and the Temple of the Sun God with its erotic sculptures. Lunch at Maharani Bagh, Ranakpur Continue your drive and upon arrival at Udaipur check- in at:hotel Dinner at Hotel Shiv Niwas Palace by the pool side Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 08 : UDAIPUR
Breakfast at hotel. Morning, sightseeing tour of Udaipur, stopping first at City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies; and the Peacock Courtyard. Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari Gardens. Afternoon, motor launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace - the other island palace in the middle of the lake. DINNER & Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 09: UDAIPUR- JAIPUR

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer from hotel to the airport. Leave: Udaipur at 0810 hrs by 9W-3301 Ar: Jaipur at 0915 hrs Meeting and assistance upon arrival and transfer from airport tohotel Morning excursion to Amber Fort. Make your ascent to the palace fortress on the gaily caparisoned elephant back. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace which are famous for the excellence of their design and decoration. Afternoon tour of Jaipur, known as "The Pink City of Rajasthan". Visit the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory, which was built in the 1700's, yet even today still looks futuristic or almost surrealistic; the City Palace and its Museum, the Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds. Dinner at hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 10: JAIPUR-AGRA

Breakfast at hotel. Morning, drive to Agra enroute visiting Bharatpur and Fatehpur Sikri (221 KMS/6 HRS) the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza the largest gateway in the world. Continue your drive to Agra and upon arrival check-in athotel TRIDENT. DINNER & Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 11: AGRA

Full day sightseeing tour of Agra visiting Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad ud Daulah Tomb & Sikandra.

TAJ MAHAL - the mausoleum of Empress Mumtaz Mahal, the beloved spouse of Shah Jahan, who died in 1630. The Taj complex comprises a forecourt, a lofty entrance, and a charming formal Mughal garden with canals and a central tank with a series of fountains, the tomb proper, and an attached mosque on the west and its symmetrical counterpart on the east. The Taj is remarkable for its perfect proportions and rich pietra dura, with minute details executed with great skill. The building, often styled "a dream in marble" is said to have taken at least 22 years (1631-1653) to build.

AGRA FORT - lies on the bend of the River Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1565-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.

ITMAD UD DAULA TOMB - His daughter, the empress Nur Jahan, commissioned the tomb in memory of her father. Like all other Mughal mausoleums, the tomb stands in the center of a garden and is the first Mughal building constructed entirely of marble. It is lavishly decorated with pietra dura inlay work. Because of the medium of its construction and the use of inlay as the chief form of decoration, it is often called the mini-Taj Mahal, and has been accurately likened to a jewel box.

Sikandra, here you will visit the impressive Mausoleum of Emperor Akbar the Great Moghul, a four storied building, three stories being red sandstone and the fourth of white marble. Magic show at hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 12: AGRA-JHANSI-ORCHA-KHAJURAHO
Breakfast at hotel Transfer from hotel to the railway station.

Leave: Agra        at 0815 hrs     by SHATABDI EXP
Ar: Jhansi          at 1040 hrs

Meeting and assistance upon arrival and transfer railway station to ORCHHA.Orcha, overlooked by the modern era, this beautiful medieval town, was once the capital of Bundela Kings. Built along the banks of the river Betwa, flowing through a rugged country century side, it still retains the captivating air of a bygone era. Amongst the various imposing edifices, of particular interest are the Jehangiri Mahal, built by Raja Bir Singh Deo to commemorate the visit of Moghul Emperor Jehangir, the Raj Mahal and the Laxminarayan temple, both noted for their fine Frescoes and Mural paintings.

After lunch drive to Khajuraho (170 kms/ 4 hrs). On arrival check in at :hotel Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 13: KHAJURAHO-VARANASI
Breakfast at hotel. Morning, sightseeing tour of the famous Chandela Dynasty Temples which are set in a lovely grassy park. The Temples are quite amazing - rising in many peaks and spirals, intricately carved and designed with statues and friezes, some of which are the renowned erotic carvings. Early lunch at hotel Transfer from hotel to the airport.

Leave: Khajuraho     at 1330 hrs     by 9W-724
Ar: Varanasi           at 1410 hrs

Meeting and assistance upon arrival and transfer from airport to :hotel Afternoon sightseeing tour of the holy city of Varanasi. Visit some of the many Hindu Temples that line the river Ganges. Stroll along the narrow lanes and bazaars full of shops selling, among other things, the world-famous Banaras Silks. DINNER & Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 14 : VARANASI-DELHI
Breakfast at hotel. Early morning, drive to Daswamedh Ghat and take a boat ride on the sacred river Ganges. Continue by boat to see burning and bathing Ghats.

Morning, visit the buried Buddhist city of Sarnath, just outside Varanasi - it's as holy to the Buddhists as Varanasi is to the Hindus. Here you will witness the ruins of a once flourishing Buddhist monastery and then visit a fine museum which houses an excellent collection of Buddhist art and sculpture (SARNATH MUSEUM CLOSED ON FRIDAYS). Lunch provided at Lounge from the hotel. Transfer from hotel to the airport.

Leave: Varanasi at 1440 hrs by 9W-724
Ar: Delhi at 1550 hrs
Meeting and assistance upon arrival and transfer from airport to hotel DINNER & Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 15 : DELHI
Breakfast at hotel. Morning, sightseeing tour of Old Delhi visiting the Raj Ghat, the site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India; and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire. Lunch at Chor Bazaar Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi visiting the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar. Drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House and the President's Residence and end the tour with a drive through Diplomatic Enclave.
LATE EVENING TRANSFER TO AIRPORT.