Tour Name : with Kamasutra Temple & Mumbai

Duration ; 21 Nights / 22 Days

About the tour:

Experience the diversity of on this tour. Begin from modern metropolis and proceed to sacred to erotic to romantic, to chivalric to historic destination each having its own tales. Enjoy the boat ride on holy riven Ganges, See the unique temples carved into the side of a crescent-shaped gorge. Witness the immortal beauty of the Taj Mahal, explore the historical monuments, fort, palaces and havelis of Rajasthan and explore the wondrous cave temples of Ajanta & Ellora.

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Outline Itinerary

Day 01; Arrive Delhi

Day 02; Delhi

Day 03; Delhi - Varanasi (flight)

Day 04; Varanasi

Day 05; Varanasi - Khajuraho (flight)

Day 06; Khajuraho - Orchha (180kms/ 4hrs approx)

Day 07; Orchha - Gwalior - Agra (220kms/ 5hrs approx)

Day 08; Agra - Jaipur (245kms/ 5hrs approx)

Day 09; Jaipur

Day 10; Jaipur - Mandawa (180kms/ 3hrs approx)

Day 11; Mandawa - (180kms/ 4hrs approx)

Day 12; Bikaner - (330kms/ 6hrs approx)

Day 13; Jaisalmer

Day 14; Jaisalmer - (265kms/ 5hrs approx)

Day 15; Jodhpur

Day 16; Jodhpur - Ranakpur - (260kms/ 5hrs approx)

Day 17; Udaipur

Day 18; Udaipur - Mumbai (flight)

Day 19; Mumbai

Day 20; Mumbai - Aurangabad (flight)

Day 21; Aurangabad - Ajanta (100kms/ 2hrs approx one way)

Day 22; Aurangabad - Mumbai (flight)

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Price details:

Price using 3 star hotels valid from 1st October 2018 till 31st March 2019

(5% Summer discount available from 1st April till travel being completed before 30th September 2018 on 3star hotels price) Per person price sharing DOUBLE/ Per person price sharing TRIPLE (room Per person price staying in SINGLE Particular TWIN rooms with extra bed) rooms rooms

Currency INR Euro USD INR Euro USD INR Euro USD

1 person N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ₹333,804 € 4,173 $5,216

2 person ₹186,850 € 2,336 $2,920 N/A N/A N/A ₹230,575 € 2,882 $3,603

3 person ₹158,505 € 1,981 $2,477 ₹154,283 € 1,929 $2,411 ₹202,231 € 2,528 $3,160

4 person ₹154,778 € 1,935 $2,418 ₹150,556 € 1,882 $2,352 ₹198,503 € 2,481 $3,102

5 person ₹140,546 € 1,757 $2,196 ₹136,324 € 1,704 $2,130 ₹184,272 € 2,303 $2,879

6 person ₹134,503 € 1,681 $2,102 ₹130,281 € 1,629 $2,036 ₹178,229 € 2,228 $2,785

7 person ₹127,234 € 1,590 $1,988 ₹123,012 € 1,538 $1,922 ₹170,960 € 2,137 $2,671

8 person ₹122,430 € 1,530 $1,913 ₹118,208 € 1,478 $1,847 ₹166,155 € 2,077 $2,596

9 person ₹118,118 € 1,476 $1,846 ₹113,895 € 1,424 $1,780 ₹161,843 € 2,023 $2,529

10 person ₹114,668 € 1,433 $1,792 ₹110,446 € 1,381 $1,726 ₹158,393 € 1,980 $2,475

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Child 5-11yrs With Extra bed in parents room ₹70,954 / € 887 / $1,109

Child below 5yrs Free sharing parents bed

Optional service Dinner at hotel per person ₹18,431 / € 230 / $288

Additional night in Delhi ₹2,092 € 26 $33 ₹3,922 € 49 $61 ₹5,490 € 69 $86

Price using 4 star hotels valid from 1st October 2018 till 31st March 2019

(7% Summer discount available from 1st April till travel being completed before 30th September 2018 on 4star hotels price) Per person price sharing DOUBLE/ Per person price sharing TRIPLE (room Per person price staying in SINGLE Particular TWIN rooms with extra bed) rooms rooms

Currency INR Euro USD INR Euro USD INR Euro USD

1 person N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ₹370,222 € 4,628 $5,785

2 person ₹204,235 € 2,553 $3,191 N/A N/A N/A ₹266,993 € 3,337 $4,172

3 person ₹175,891 € 2,199 $2,748 ₹169,088 € 2,114 $2,642 ₹238,649 € 2,983 $3,729

4 person ₹172,163 € 2,152 $2,690 ₹165,360 € 2,067 $2,584 ₹234,922 € 2,937 $3,671

5 person ₹157,932 € 1,974 $2,468 ₹151,129 € 1,889 $2,361 ₹220,690 € 2,759 $3,448

6 person ₹151,889 € 1,899 $2,373 ₹145,085 € 1,814 $2,267 ₹214,647 € 2,683 $3,354

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7 person ₹144,620 € 1,808 $2,260 ₹137,816 € 1,723 $2,153 ₹207,378 € 2,592 $3,240

8 person ₹139,815 € 1,748 $2,185 ₹133,012 € 1,663 $2,078 ₹202,574 € 2,532 $3,165

9 person ₹135,503 € 1,694 $2,117 ₹128,700 € 1,609 $2,011 ₹198,261 € 2,478 $3,098

10 person ₹132,054 € 1,651 $2,063 ₹125,250 € 1,566 $1,957 ₹194,812 € 2,435 $3,044

Child with bed With Extra bed in parents room ₹80,596 / € 1,007 / $1,259

Child below 5yrs Free sharing parents bed

Optional service Dinner at hotel per person ₹25,007 / € 313 / $391

Additional night in Delhi ₹3,595 € 45 $56 ₹6,536 € 82 $102 ₹9,804 € 123 $153

Price using 5 star hotels valid from 1st October 2018 till 31st March 2019

(10% Summer discount available from 1st April till travel being completed before 30th September 2018 on 5star hotels price) Per person price sharing DOUBLE/ Per person price sharing TRIPLE (room Per person price staying in SINGLE Particular TWIN rooms with extra bed) rooms rooms

Currency INR Euro USD INR Euro USD INR Euro USD

1 person N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ₹447,634 € 5,595 $6,994

2 person ₹253,621 € 3,170 $3,963 N/A N/A N/A ₹353,503 € 4,419 $5,523

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3 person ₹216,179 € 2,702 $3,378 ₹205,865 € 2,573 $3,217 ₹316,061 € 3,951 $4,938

4 person ₹212,451 € 2,656 $3,320 ₹202,137 € 2,527 $3,158 ₹312,333 € 3,904 $4,880

5 person ₹198,220 € 2,478 $3,097 ₹187,906 € 2,349 $2,936 ₹298,102 € 3,726 $4,658

6 person ₹192,176 € 2,402 $3,003 ₹181,863 € 2,273 $2,842 ₹292,059 € 3,651 $4,563

7 person ₹184,908 € 2,311 $2,889 ₹174,594 € 2,182 $2,728 ₹284,790 € 3,560 $4,450

8 person ₹180,103 € 2,251 $2,814 ₹169,789 € 2,122 $2,653 ₹279,985 € 3,500 $4,375

9 person ₹175,791 € 2,197 $2,747 ₹165,477 € 2,068 $2,586 ₹275,673 € 3,446 $4,307

10 person ₹172,341 € 2,154 $2,693 ₹162,027 € 2,025 $2,532 ₹272,224 € 3,403 $4,253

Child with bed With Extra bed in parents room ₹110,353 / € 1,379 / $1,724

Child below 5yrs Free sharing parents bed

Optional service Dinner at hotel per person ₹48,183 / € 602 / $753

Additional night in Delhi ₹5,556 € 69 $87 ₹11,111 € 139 $174 ₹5,011 € 63 $78

Note: Euro & USD prices are subject to change in case of any fluctuation in currency exchange rate. Please check the currency exchange rate of the day for exact price in your currency. In any case our INR price will remain unchanged and shall be treated as final price.

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Included in price:

 Garland welcome and assistance of our office representative at airport  21 nights/ 22 days accommodation in below mentioned hotels or similar  Daily breakfast at hotel.  Bottled drinking water in car  Private English speaking guide in each cities on sightseeing days.  Private Chauffer driven air-conditioned deluxe car/ van for airport transfers, sightseeing & excursion as per program.  01 Time monument entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary.  Cycle rickshaw ride in Delhi Chandni Chowk bazaar & Varanasi  Elephant ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur  1 time evening camel safari in Sand Dune village  1 theme barbecue dinner enjoying folklore performance in Sand Dune  1 time Boat ride on Lake Pichhola in Udaipur  Ticket to witness Darohar Folklore live performance in Udaipur  Applicable GST (Government taxes)

Not Included in price:

 Any flight ticket (international/ domestic)  Any insurance  Main meal e.g. lunch & dinner unless mentioned in price includes OR supplement for same is opted.  Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone, internet, etc.  Anything else not mentioned in the itinerary or under "Includes"

Hotels used or similar in above price

Day City 3* Hotels 4* Hotels 5* Hotels

Madhuban Hotel/ The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & 1 Delhi Meridian Plaza Suite Saket Le Meridien/ The Grand Hotel

Madhuban Hotel/ The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & 2 Delhi Meridian Plaza Suite Saket Le Meridien/ The Grand Hotel

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Meraden Grand/ Amaya Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel 3 Varanasi Hotel Ganges Taj

Meraden Grand/ Amaya Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel 4 Varanasi Hotel Ganges Taj

5 Khajuraho Ramada/Clarks Hotel Ramada/Clarks Hotel Radisson Hotel/ Hotel Chandela

Orchha Resort/ Amar Orchha Palace and Convention 6 Orchha Mahal Orchha Resort/ Amar Mahal Centre

Howard Plaza the Fern/ Four Point by Sheraton/ Crystal 7 Agra Atulyaa Taj Sarovar Premier Radisson Blu/ Trident Hotel

Fortune Select Metroplitan/ 8 Jaipur Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean Lemon Tree Premier ITC Rajputana/ Trident Hotel

Fortune Select Metroplitan/ 9 Jaipur Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean Lemon Tree Premier ITC Rajputana/ Trident Hotel

Desert N Dunes/ Heritage Vivaana Culture / Desert 10 Mandawa Mandawa Mandawa Castle Mandawa/ Alsisar Mahal

Raj Vilas Palace/ Harasar Narendra Bhawan (Residence 11 Bikaner Haveli Gajner Palace/ Lalgarh Palace Room)

Killa Bhawan Lodge/ The Suryagarh/ Marriott Resort & 12 Jaisalmer Royale Jaisalmer Gorbandh Palace/ Brys Fort Spa

Killa Bhawan Lodge/ The Suryagarh/ Marriott Resort & 13 Jaisalmer Royale Jaisalmer Gorbandh Palace/ Brys Fort Spa

14 Jodhpur Bhawan/ Pal Haveli The Ummed/ Ranbanka Place Welcome Hotel/ Ajit Bhawan

15 Jodhpur Devi Bhawan/ Pal Haveli The Ummed/ Ranbanka Place Welcome Hotel/ Ajit Bhawan

Lake Pichola Hotel/ Shiv Niwas Palace/ Trident 16 Udaipur Jaiwana Haveli Shikarbadi Hotel/ Hotel Lakend Udaipur

Lake Pichola Hotel/ Shiv Niwas Palace/ Trident 17 Udaipur Jaiwana Haveli Shikarbadi Hotel/ Hotel Lakend Udaipur

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Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand 18 Mumbai Hotel Sahil Fariyas Hotel/ Sun-N-Sand Hote Central

Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand 19 Mumbai Hotel Sahil Fariyas Hotel/ Sun-N-Sand Hote Central

WelcomHotel Rama Amarpreet Hotel/ Key International / Lemon Tree 20 Aurangabad Hotel The Aures Ambassador Ajanta / VITS Hotel Hotel

WelcomHotel Rama Amarpreet Hotel/ Key International / Lemon Tree 21 Aurangabad Hotel The Aures Ambassador Ajanta / VITS Hotel Hotel

22 Departure

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Detailed Itinerary

DAY 01; ARRIVE DELHI

Arrive Delhi international airport by flight. Meet with our office representative assistance and transfer to hotel. Hotel check in/ out time 1200hrs afternoon early check in subject to room availability). Rest time free and easy to relax & personal activities. Vehicle will be provided if time permit for visiting any pot of your interest or going out for dinner/ movie etc. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02; DELHI

Breakfast at hotel. Full day city tour of Delhi visit Red Fort the residence of the Mughal emperor for nearly 200 years, until 1857. Cycle rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk Bazar. Visit Jama Masjid (Mosque) opposite the fort one of the largest mosques in the world, built by Shah Jahan. Raj Gath: The memorial of Mahatma Gandhi where he was cremated after his assassination. India Gate: The 42m high stone "Arch of Triumph", erected in the memory of Indian soldiers who died in the First World War; Drive through Rajpath "Kingsway" a VVIP area of Delhi including Rashtrapati Bhawan. Humayun’s Tomb: Build by wife of Humayun, the second mughal king. It is an early example of Mughal architecture. Qutab Minar: The building complex dated back on the onset of Muslim rule in India and are fine examples of Afghan architecture. Lotus Temple: In the heart of New Delhi, the bustling capital of India, a lotus-shaped outline has etched itself on the consciousness of the city's inhabitants, capturing their imagination, fuelling their curiosity, and revolutionizing the concept of worship. [Red Fort & Lotus Temple remain closed on Monday's].

DAY 03; DELHI - VARANASI (FLIGHT)

Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi airport assistance and transfer to hotel.

Evening walking tour of Ghats‟s temples & mosque on ghats. Also attend Holy Ganga Aarti- Every evening, a magical aarti is performed at Dasashwamedh Ghat. Halt your boat right at the steps for the best view. The presiding priests stand on a wooden chauki in the water. To the chant of

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Sanskrit mantras, and the clash of cymbals and drums, the river is worshipped with flowers, incense, sandalwood, milk and vermilion. First the blazing camphor lamp and then the many- flamed aarti lamps are raised high and then arched back to the water, the dark river reflecting the golden flames as Ganga accepts the worship. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04; VARANASI

Breakfast at hotel. Early morning boat ride and Ghat visit along the Ganges and catch the scene of devotees bathing and praying in the sacred water. Varanasi presents a unique combination of physical, metaphysical and supernatural elements. According to the Hindu mythology, Varanasi liberates soul from human body to the ultimate. It is the Ganga Ghats of Varanasi that complement the concept of divinity. Ghats of Ganga are perhaps the holiest spots of Varanasi. The Ganga Ghats at Varanasi are full of pilgrims who flock to the place to take a dip in the holy Ganges, which is believed to absolve one from all sins.

There are number of temples on the bank of the Ganga River in Varanasi. It is believed that people are cleansed physically, mentally and spiritually at Ganga Ghats. It is at the Ganga Ghats where we see life and death together. For thousands of years people have been thronging these Ghats to offer their morning prayers to the rising sun. There are more than 100 Ghats alongside Ganga in Varanasi. Some of the prominent and popular Ghats at Varanasi are the Dasaswamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, Harischandra Ghat, Kabir Ghat and Assi Ghat.

After ghat visit city tour of Varanasi, visit World famous Benaras Hindu University: founded by Pandit Madan Malviya at the turn of the century, also has a new Vishwanath temple. The temple, built by the Birlas, a rich industrialist family, is meant for a caste-less, egalitarian society, Tulsi Manas Temple: Its white marble walls have the verses of Tulsidas‟ Ramcharitmanas inscribed on them and Bharat Mata Temple: a modern shrine, inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi. It has a huge relief map of the Indian subcontinent showing all its rivers, mountains and pilgrimages.

Excursion to Sarnath: one of the three holiest sites for Buddhists. This is where the Buddha delivered his first sermon in 528 BC. There are many temples here, representing the many cultures where Buddhism is the dominant religious philosophy. You'll find the Tibetans, the Chinese, the Japanese, the Burmese and the Thai have set up centres of learning, monasteries and temples. The Ashokan Pillar here used to be crowned by a capital that had four lions with their backs to each other looking out in the four cardinal directions the capital, now a national emblem for the Indian

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Union, is in the Archaeological Museum in Sarnath. The Ashokan Pillar, constructed by the legendary King Ashoka (3rd century BC), still stands. There are many stupas here, as is a bodhi tree that is a sapling from the bodhi tree in Sri Lanka. The Bodhi tree is the peepal tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment. A cutting from the original was planted in Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka), and the bodhi in Sarnath has been grown from a sapling from that. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05; VARANASI - KHAJURAHO (FLIGHT)

Breakfast at hotel, morning free and easy to relax and visit the site of your interest. Later transfer to airport to board afternoon flight for Kahjuraho. On arrival assistance and transfer to hotel.

Later sightseeing in Khajuraho, visit eastern, western & southern group of temples. Khajuraho, home to most famous of India‟s temples on account of their remarkable erotic sculptures, lies in a rich, well watered plain. The temple of Khajuraho are india‟s unique gift to the world, representing, as they do, a paean to life, to love, to joy ; perfect in execution and sublime in expression.

Khajuraho temples were built in hundred years, from 950 to 1050 AD. Only 22 of the 85 original temples have survived the ravages of time. Each temple stands on a high platform. There are three main parts in each temple, the entrance (ardhamandapa), assembly hall (mandapa) and sanctum (garbha griha). The Khajuraho temples are made of sandstone. The builders didn't use mortar: the stones were put together with mortise and tenon joints and they were held in place by gravity. This form of construction requires very precise joints. The columns and architraves were built with megaliths that weighed up to 20 tons.

Today, the temples serve as fine examples of Indian architectural styles that have gained popularity due to their explicit depiction of sexual life during medieval times. Locals living in the Khajuraho village always knew about and kept up the temples as best as they could. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06; KHAJURAHO - ORCHHA (178KMS/ 4HRS APPROX)

Breakfast at hotel drive to Orchha check in at hotel.

Later visit Orchha Fort a wonderful example of a medieval fort palace. Within the fort the first

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buildings to explore is Jahangir Mahal built in 1606 to commemorate the visit of Emperor Jahangir in 1606. The Raj Mahal, to the right of the courtyard, was built by Madhukar Shah and has bold colorful murals inside. The third palace, is the Rai Praveen Mahal, which is a two storey brick structure set in the gardens of Anand Mahal. Of the many temples within the fort, three are especially worth visiting. The Ram Raja Mandir was originally a palace and became a temple more by accident than design. An image of Ram was installed while the temple, The Chaturbhuj was being built for it. For some reason the image could not be moved from the palace and despite its spires and ornate decoration became a sacred place. Linked to the Ram Raja is the Lakshminarayan temple, the interiors of which have some of the best preserved murals and wall paintings in Orchha. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07; ORCHHA – GWALIOR – AGRA (220KMS/ 5HRS APPROX)

Breakfast at ahotel drive to Agra en route visit Gwalior Fort: Standing on a steep mass of sandstone, Gwalior Fort dominates the city and is its most magnificent monument. The magnificent outer walls of the Fort still stand, two miles in length and 35 feet high, bearing witness to its reputation for being one of the most invincible forts of India. This imposing structure inspired Emperor Babar to describe it "the pearl amongst the fortresses of Hind."

Within the fort are some marvels of medieval architecture. The 15th century Gujari Mahal is a monument to the love of Raja Mansingh Tomar for his Gurjar queen, Mrignayani. Man Mandir Palace, built between 1486 and 1517. Teli ka Mandir: The Teli ka Mandir is a 9th century edifice, towering at 100 ft high. Sas-Bahu-kaMandir, built in 11th century dedicated to . Tomb of Gaus Mohammad and the Mausoleum of Tansen. Another landmark is the historic Gurudwara Data Bandhi Chhod built in the memory of Guru Hargobind Sahib, the 6th Sikh Guru who was imprisoned here by Jehangir for over two years.

Continue drive to Agra check in at hotel.

Later visit Agra Fort: build by the famed Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. 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 region it has partially become Palace. 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

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to separate the Hindu and Muslim strands. The Diwan-I-Am (public audience hall) the beautiful Diwan-I-Khas (private audience hall) were also added by Shah Jahan.

AItmad-ud-daulah's Tomb; Built between 1622 and 1628 by Empress Nur Jahan for her father, boasts of marble trellis work and inlaid with-precious stones, this mausoleum on the opposite bank of the Yamuna from the Taj, exhibits a strong Persian influence. Itmad-ud-Daula often describe as Jewel Box. The Tomb of Mir Ghias Beg, Vazir (minister) of Emperor Jahangir, was built between 1622 and 1628 from red sand stone with marble decorations as Akbars tomb in Sikendra in Agra. Itmad-ud-daula has important place in history as well as architecture. This is actually the very first tomb in India that is entirely made out of Marble. It is most important monument in Agra after Taj Mahal and Agra fort.

DAY 08; AGRA– FATEHPUR SIKRI – JAIPUR (235KMS / 5HRS APPROX)

Breakfast at hotel. Sunrise visit Taj Mahal: One of the Seven Wonder of the World was build by Shah Jahan in 1631 AD and was completed in 1651. This symbol of love was build in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Described as the most extravagant monument ever build 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. Ustad Ahamad Lahori, a Parsian Architect, is said to be the main designer and planer of this magnificent memorial. On full moon night, the glory of the Taj is at its best. (Taj Mahal remain closed on every Friday)

Late drive to Jaipur, Enroute visit to Fatehpur Sikri: built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 yrs. Due to scarcity of water. Predominately, a red sandstone construction sprawling over a huge area, the architectural style is very much in tune with emperor‟s dream & partakes of both Hindu & Muslim styles. See the graceful buildings including Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal & other places.

En route also visit ; is a small village. The place is popular for the amazing 'Baoris' (step wells) and Harshat Mata Temple. The village of Abhaneri is believed to be established by the King Raja Chand. Originally Abhaneri was named as Abha Nagri, which means the city of brightness, but due to mispronunciation of the term, it is changed to the present name. In the present day, this city of brightness is in ruins; still it attracts tourists from across the globe. Abhaneri is prominent for 'Baoris', which are the unique invention of the natives for harvesting rain water. Amongst the

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other step wells, Chand Baori is the most popular one. This colossal step well is located in front of the Harshat Mata Temple. Chand Baori is one of India's deepest and largest step wells. The huge tank with delicate carvings is certainly delightful to the eyes.

Continue drive to Jaipur, on arrival check in at hotel. Evening free to scroll the market. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 09; JAIPUR

Breakfast at hotel, visit Amber Fort and enjoy Elephant Ride. Raja Man Singh the commander of Akbar‟s army constructed the fortress palace in the end of 16th century. Amber is superb example of Rajput architecture, situated on a hilltop, overlooking a lake. Amber Fort is known for its unique artistic style, blending both Hindu and Muslim (Mughal) elements, and its ornate and breathtaking artistic mastery. The fort borders the Maota Lake.

Jaigarh Fort or Fort of Victory considered to be one of the most well fortified structures in India. The magnificent fort was constructed by Sawai Singh of Jaipur in 1726 in order to tighten the security of Amber and Jaipur. Situated on the top of the hill the fort provides the stunning view of the Jaipur town and magnificent amber fort. The main highlights of the fort are massive Cannon, fortification, museum, palaces, temples and the magnificent water tanks. Jai Van is claimed to be the largest cannon on wheels in the world. The length of the barrel of this cannon is 20 ft. 2 inches, the diameter 8 ft. 7 inches and it weighs 50 tons. The range of the gun is 22 miles and it consumes 100kgs of gunpowder for every shot.

Afternoon city tour of Jaipur, the origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains its character and history - Beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens. Main tourist attractions of Jaipur are City Palace with its fine collection of textiles, costumes and armory and the Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds. Maharaja Jai Singh was a great astronomer of his time. He built here extraordinary (and very accurate) stargazing Observatory here named as “Jantar Mantar”. Overnight at hotel.

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DAY 10; JAIPUR – MANDAWA (170KMS/ 3HRS APPROX)

Breakfast at hotel drive to Mandawa check in at hotel. Later Sightseeing of Mandawa forts and havelis.

Mandawa fort; founded in the 18th century by Thakur Nawal Singh, the fort dominates the town with a painted arched gateway adorned with Lord Krishna and his cows. Havelis; This town has been referred to as the "open art gallery" of Rajasthan because the entire Shekhawati region and not just Mandawa is dotted with fascinating mansions (havelis) that have lavishly painted walls. Famous Havelis are Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, Goenka Double Haveli, Murmuria Haveli, Jhunjhunwala Haveli, Mohan Lal Saraf Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, The Binsidhar Newatia Haveli, Lakshminarayan Ladia Haveli and Chokhani Double Haveli.

The structure of these places reminds one of the cultural and social hotspot this place used to be in the bygone era. The compact and busy little market town of Mandawa was settled and fortified in 18th century by the dominant merchant families of the region. The wealthy businessmen of the village constructed many havelis and baolis with colored painting adorning their walls. Later on, with the migration of these merchant families, their old settlements remained in total obscurity with no one to look after them. Despite the time lapse and ignorance about these visual and architectural extravaganzas, their attraction did not fade and today they are some of the major attractions for the tourists visiting Rajasthan. Mandawa provides the visitors with a sense of discovery at every turn; battlements that offer spectacular views of the town below, a whimsical peacock weather van, and an arched window that overlooks the verdant garden visited by peacocks. Most importantly, the fact that no two rooms are alike in the palace here. In the zenana or women's quarters, one room offers antique murals, another has a marble fountain, and the turret room boasts of walls that are seven feet thick. Looking out from the window of the turret room, it is easy to imagine the marauding bandits that once roamed freely here. Little wonder then that the family crest contains the motto, 'Veer Bhogya Vasundhara', which translates into 'the brave shall inherit the earth'. Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 11; MANDAWA - BIKANER (180KMS/ 4HRS APPROX)

Breakfast at hotel drive to Bikaner via visiting Karni Mata Rat Temple at Deshnoke lying at the distance of 30km from Bikaner. Visit the 600 years ancient shrine of Goddess Karni. You will be astonished to see that besides the Goddess the other deity of the temple are rats. The people have a strong notion that these rodents will be reincarnated as divine human.

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Later city tour of Bikaner visit Junagarh Fort: One of the most imposing forts of northern India- Junagarh Fort- has remained unconquered till date. This fort was built in 15th century by one of the most able and trusted generals of Akbar, Raja Rai Singh. It has a 96 mt long wall, with 37 bastions and 2 entrances. The main entrance of the fort is Suraj pol or sun gate. The fort encompasses many palaces amongst which the most spectacular ones are the Chandra Mahal or Moon palace, the Phool Mahal or Flower palace, both ornated with carved panels and mirrors and the Karan Mahal. Karan Mahal was built in remembrance of the celebration of the grand victory over Aurangzeb. Niwas, a fabulously painted courtyard and Ganga Niwas which housed a finely carved red sandstone front, are the other places of attraction in this fort.

Lalgadh Palace: Designed by a Britisher for Maharaja , this palace dispalys a magnificient blend of oriental and european style. The imposing red sandstone monument is designed by Sir Swinton Jacob for Maharaja Ganga Singh. The Palace has beautiful latticework and filigree work, Sprawling lawns with blooming bougainvillea and dancing peacocks make it a not-to-be missed visual treat. Part of the Palace has been converted into a luxury hotel and a museum known as Shri Sadul Museum. The museum covers the entire first floor of the palace and houses well preserved old photographs and trophies of wildlife.

National Research Centre on Camel; the centre has been identified as one of the important tourist place of Bikaner and is included in the tourist book. The tourist visiting the canter can see the camel of different breeds and their behaviour. A camel museum is available to apprise them of the developmental and research aspects of the camel in the desert ecosystem. Facilities of camel riding, safari and video/photography are available for the visitors. Camel milk parlour is a special attraction because it vendors unique value added camel milk products like ice-cream, hot and cold beverages. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 12; BIKANER - JAISALMER (330KMS/ 6HRS APPROX)

Breakfast at hotel, drive to Jaisalmer check in at hotel. Jaisalmer - a fairy-tale town in the Thar Desert founded about 800 years ago by Raja Jaisal. Unlike any other city, this desert fortress is one of Rajasthan's most exotic and unusual towns. Jaisalmer, an important ancient trading centre because of its strategic location on the camel trade routes, is often described as the 'golden city'. The havelis, built by merchants of the 19th century, are exquisitely carved from golden-yellow sandstone and are still in a beautiful condition. The fort built by Rawal Jaisal in the 12th century, stands on the 80 meter high Trikuta hill, with beautifully carved Jain temples. Jaisalmer is also famous for its embroidery, Rajasthani mirror work, rugs, blankets, antique and stonework and the

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sand dune desert camel safaris. Rest time free and easy for personal activities relax. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 13; JAISALMER

Breakfast at hotel visit, Jaisalmer Fort. The fort towering high above the sprawling city of Jaisalmer has an exciting, almost fairytale quality to it. The fort is often spoken of as a „living museum‟ because of its many „havelis‟ – the mansions of the rich merchants built in the 19th century. The residential area of the fort takes visitors back in time with beautiful „havelis‟ with breath- takingly exquisite intricately latticed golden yellow sandstone facades. The most famous homes are Nathmalji ki Haveli, whose interiors are extensively decorated with splendid miniature paintings, Salim Singh ki Haveli capped with blue cupolas and superb peacock shaped brackets, and the Patwon ki Haveli the five storied and is the largest and most elaborate of all with multiple carved pillars and colonnades, wall murals, long corridors and ornate chambers. Also visit Gadsisar Lake, further free to stroll around the local bazaars.

Later in the evening, a short drive to Sam Dunes, explore the desert on camel and enjoy watching sunset. Camel Safari, The ship of the desert, the camel, was domesticated thousands of years ago primarily for the purpose of making tedious journeys through the unrelenting Thar Desert. You can also see the patterns and motifs created by the shifting sands and air. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 14; JAISALMER

Breakfast at hotel drive to Jodhpur check in at hotel. Rest time to explore the city with your driver or relax in the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 15; JODHPUR

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Breakfast at hotel full day city tour of Jodhpur. Visit Fort; From the outside its wide, high walls and sheer cliffs appear unassailable, imposing and austere, but once inside you discover several lavishly decorated palaces, with intricate carved „jalis‟ and panels that take your breath away. Inside the fort Phool Mahal (Flower Palace), with its beautifully painted walls, Moti Mahal (Pearl Palace) with its Shringar Chowk (coronation seat) featuring peacock armrests and gilded elephants, Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), the Sileh Khana, the Umaid Vilas and the Daulat Khana. At the Daulat Khana, visitors get to see a rich and varied collection of royal memorabilia, fine Rajput miniatures and Ragmala paintings. Jaswant Thada; a few metres below the fort, is the site of the white marble royal cenotaph of Jaswant Singh II and four of his successors. The Mahamandir, dedicated to Lord is an architectural wonder, built in 1812, with 84 intricately carved pillars. As it was outside the city walls it was given its own protective fortifications, a sign of those turbulent times. Umaid Bhawan Palace was built during the 1920s and '30s as a famine relief project when Maharaja Umaid Singh started a food for work program. The palace took 16 years to complete- no wonder, then that with its 347 rooms, it is one of the largest private residences in the world. It houses a fine collection of royal memorabilia, armours and arms, bejewelled howdahs, palanquins etc.

Later excursion to Mandore the former capital of . Visit the Hall Of Heroes; the grand Hall of Heroes is a wall made out of a rock; it has sculpted figures depicting scenes from the lives of Maharajas. With bright vibrant paint and high altitude it is a capturing structure. Around sixteen gigantic figures of the local heroes have been exquisitely carved out from a single piece of rock and cenotaphs of the former Maharajas of Jodhpur. Mandore Garden; Mandore is known for its exquisite gardens that offer splendid picnic spot. Attracting tourists and locals, the Mandore Garden has beautiful high rock terraces and fountains which make it unique. The greenery and colourful flora gives freshness and relaxation to all. Memorials of Maharaja Jaswant Singh and Ajit Singh; Mandore was the only place where the rulers of dynasty were cremated. The royal memorials of Maharaja Jaswant Singh and Maharaja Ajit Singh who was cremated along with his six queens and 58 concubines are main tourist sites in Mandore. There are multitudes of memorial “chhatris” and temples both Hindu and Jain also located there. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 16; UDAIPUR – / KUMBHALGARH – JODHPUR (260KMS/ 5HRS APPROX)

Breakfast at hotel drive to Udaipur. Enroute visit Ranakpur Jain Temple or Kumbhalgarh Fort as per your preferences

The stunning Jain temples at Ranakpur, superbly preserved in a near-perfect condition for over 500

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years. The Ranakpur Jain Temples were built during the reign of the liberal and gifted monarch Rana Kumbha in the 15th century AD. An enormous basement covers 48,000 sq. ft area. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty four pillared halls and appropriate domes supported by over four hundred columns. There are 1,444 columns in all, which are intricately carved. The artistically carved nymphs playing the flute in various dance postures at a height of 45 feet are an engrossing sight. In the assembly hall, there are two big bells weighing 108kgs whose sound echoes in the entire complex.

Step back in time and discover the glory of the Rajput at great Kumbhalgarh fort which was built during 15th century by Maharana Kumbha. Enlarged during 19th century, this fort is also the birth place of , the great king and warrior of Mewar. This almost invincible fort is the highest and most formidable in the state of Rajasthan. Even the mighty Mughal couldn‟t capture it alone and it took the combined armies of Delhi, Amber and Marwar to breach its defences. Standing majestically on 1180m high ridge and representing the past glory of the Rajput rulers, the Fort also provides a panoramic view of the countryside from the top.

Continue drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest tome free and easy for personal activities relax. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 17; UDAIPUR

Breakfast at hotel, full day city tour of Udaipur: a splash of colour in Rajasthan that is brighter when tinged with the tones of local lore and legends. Visit the City Palace, built in 1725, which houses the Dilkhush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal - studded with glittering Belgium Mirrors, Moti Mahal and the Palace of Lord Krishna all of which are ornately decorated. Later visit the Jagdish Temple. This temple built in 1651 is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu Trinity of Gods. Also visit the Sahelion Ki Bari gardens and fountains. Later drive around the Fatehsagar Lake. Visit and Nagda Temple. Eklingji was built for the tutelary deity of the Maharanas of Mewar, of sand stone and marble in 734 A.D. Its 108 temples are enclosed by high walls and has a pyramidical roof composed of hundreds of knobs. Later visit Nagda, one of the ancient Palaces of Mewar dating back to the 6th century A.D. The Sas-Bahu Temples are among the most exquisitely carved temples.

Evening enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Pichola on which the majestic Hotel is situated. See the ghats along the lake and the interesting buildings on the banks. The view of the city palace from the lake is spectacular. Lake Pichola, is an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362

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AD, named after the nearby Picholi village. It is one of the several contiguous lakes, and developed over the last few centuries in and around the famous Udaipur city. The lakes around Udaipur were primarily created by building dams to meet the drinking water and irrigation needs of the city and its neighbourhood. Two islands, Jag Niwas and are located within Pichola Lake, and have been developed with several palaces to provide views of the lake. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 18; UDAIPUR – MUMBAI (flight)

Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai. On arrival assistance and transfer to hotel. Rest time to explore the city with your driver. Mumbai is a bustling city that blends the old with the new. See the stark contrast of this wealthy city, with its palm-lined streets, art deco homes and fashionable shopping areas amid the chaos of daily life, where cows roam the streets and wallas (local tradesmen) ply their trade. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 19; MUMBAI

Breakfast at hotel, transfer to Gateway of India and board a ferry from here to The Elephanta Caves, an island 11kms from Mumbai, proud to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Elephanta Caves contain rock cut stone sculptures that show syncretism of Hindu and Buddhist ideas and iconography. The caves are hewn from solid basalt rock. Except for a few exceptions, much of the artwork is defaced and damaged. The main temple's orientation as well as the relative location of other temples are placed in a mandala pattern. The carvings narrate Hindu mythologies, with the large monolithic 20 feet (6.1 m) Trimurti Sadashiva (three-faced Shiva), Nataraja (Lord of dance) and Yogishvara (Lord of Yoga) being the most celebrated (few steps of walking involve not recommended for wheel chaired passenger).

Return to Gateway of India and begin the city tour of Mumbai. Visit fascinating 'Getaway of India' that gives you a ringside view of the 'madness and magic' of MUMBAI - the living city that 'never sleeps'. Visit Includes Dhobi Ghat, Mani Bhavan, Marine drive, Drive passes High Court, Prince of wales Museum, University, Flora fountain, Visit to Crawford Market & Victoria terminus now CST, Babulnath Temple, Banganga tank. The idea behind the tour is for you to experience the city the way locals do, to see Mumbai from an insider‟s perspective. We will make sure you experience the real spirit of Mumbai. Overnight at hotel.

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DAY 20; MUMBAI - AURANGABAD (FLIGHT)

On arrival at Aurangabad airport assistance and transferred to the hotel for check-in.

Later, full-day Aurangabad city tour followed by a tour of the Ellora Caves (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). In the city, visit the Aurangabad Caves, which are artificial caves that were dug out of soft rock during the 6th and 7th century. The architecture and iconography here is influenced by Tantric Hinduism. Then, visit the Bibi Ka Maqbara, the burial place of Aurangzeb's first wife. It is an imitation of Agra's Taj Mahal. Also go to a small archaeological museum nearby.

The Ellora Caves hold the distinction of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and they date from about 200 B.C. to 650 A.D. There are a total of 34 monasteries and temples at Ellora, belonging to the three different religions, namely Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. Overnight at a hotel.

DAY 21; AURANGABAD - AJANTA CAVES (100KMS/ 2HRS APPROX ONE WAY)

Breakfast at your hotel, followed by full-day excursion to the Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Buddhist caves of Ajanta were discovered by British officers in 1819. The Ajanta Caves were first mentioned in the writings of the Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang who visited India between A.D 629 and 645. The caves at Ajanta are older than those at Ellora. The thirty caves at Ajanta are set in a steep crescent-shaped hillside in a forested ravine of the Sahayadri hills. Thirty of them are Buddhist caves with mesmerizing sculptures and paintings depicting Buddha's life, as well the lives of the Buddha in his previous births. Five of these caves are Chaityas (Place of worship) while the other 25 are Viharas (monasteries). After the tour, back to your hotel in Aurangabad. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 22; AURANGABAD – MUMBAI (FLIGHT) / DEPARTURE

Breakfast at your hotel. As per your flight schedule, transfer to the airport to board flight for Mumbai. From Mumbai boar connecting flight for your onward destination.

We recommend to book international departure flight departing after 2000hrs or later. Vehicle will be provide in Mumbai if require during the transit time, guest can use the vehicle for visiting the place of their interest without guide in Mumbai.

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