Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Begin your Tour.
Arrive into Delhi. Welcome to 'Vardhman's India Tour with Taj Mahal'. On
arrival in Delhi, you will be met and transfered by our representative to
hotel.
Rest of the day free at leisure
Overnight : Hotel
Day 02: Delhi
This morning after a leisurely breakfast we will proceed for the sightseeing
of Delhi..
Combined city tour of New Delhi & Old Delhi
Visit Qutab Minar, Humayun's tomb, Lakshminarayan Temple , a modern Hindu
Temple , Parliament House, Government Secretarial Building and Connaught
place, the shopping centre of New Delhi .
Visit Red Fort, built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan, Jama Masjid,
one of the largest Mosque of India, Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana, the cremation
sites of Mahatama Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Also drive past Chandni
Chowk, shopping centre of Old Delhi.
Enjoy the Dances of India show in the evening.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 03 : Delhi - Jaipur
This morning drive to Jaipur and on arrival check into hotel.
Rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 04 : Jaipur
This morning after breakfast proceed for sight-seeing city tour of Jaipur.
Morning excursion to Amer Fort with joy ride on an Elephant - The Fort
is a superb example of Rajput architecture, Afternoon city tour covering
City Palace - occupies a large area divided into a series of courtyards,
gardens & buildings and a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal
architecture, Royal Observatory - An observatory with some rare qualities
to its credit, Nawab Sahab Ki Haveli - The haveli which shows the rare
beauty of Rajasthani architecture , Bazaar etc. Overnight at hotel.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 05 : Jaipur - Agra This morning drive to Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri (Old Deserted
town of Mughal Dynasty) - Jama Masjid, The Buland Darwaza, Palace of Jodha
Bai, Birbal Bhawan & Panch Mahal. On arrival check into hotel.
Afternoon visit Red Fort - a visit to the fort in 'Agra' is must since
so many of the events which lead to the construction of the Taj took place
here, Itmad-ud-Daula's Tomb - The tomb is of particular interest since
many of its design Elephants overshadow the Taj. Overnight at hotel.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 06 : Agra - Khajuraho After breakfast proceed for Taj Mahal - a poem written in white marble,
the most extravagant monument ever built for love.
Later transfer to Airport to catch flight to Khajuraho, on arrival transfer
to hotel. Afternoon city tour of Eastern / Western group of Temples.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 07 : Khajuraho - Varanasi This morning tansfer to Airport to board a flight to Varanasi. On
arrival in Varanasi transfer into hotel.
In the afternoon take an excursion to Sarnath.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 08 : Varanasi Varanasi's principle attraction is the string of bathing ghats which
line the western ghats of River Ganges, enjoy boat ride at dawn. After
breakfast visit the Ghats, Tulsi Manas Temple, Alamgir Temple, Bharat
Mata Temple .
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 09 : Varanasi - Shivpatinagar This morning drive to Shivpatinagar enroute visiting Kushinagar and
upon arrival, check into hotel.
Kushinagar is a small town amidst a dense forest, famous as this was the
place where Buddha passed into Parinirvana (went for his heavenly abode).
Arrive into the charming & colonial estate and check in into hotel.
Afternoon visit Kapilvastu - the place where Buddha spent his childhood
and youth. Spent the night at hotel after having Gala Dinner including
bar-be-que, special music & dance.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 10 :Shivpatinagar - Chitwan This morning free to relax, in the afternoon drive to Chitwan enroute
visiting Lumbini and upon arrival, check into hotel.
Lumbini is the birthplace of Buddha.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 11 : Chitwan National Park Day free for Jungle activities such as Nature walk, bird watching,
village visiting. Elephant back Safari, etc. In the evening enjoy Traditional
Tharu Cultural Dance.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 12 : Chitwan - Pokhara This morning drive to Pokhara and transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day free at leisure.
Afternoon stroll around the Lake side.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 13 : Pokhara Early morning one hour boat ride at Phewa Lake and then visit the
Temple situated in the middle of the lake.
After breakfast take an excursion to Sarangkot.
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 14 : Pokhara - Kathmandu This morning drive to Kathmandu and on arrival & check into hotel.
Kathmandu - surrounded by green hills and mountains with snow-capped peaks
against its northern and eastern background the Valley is indeed beautiful.
Rest of the day free at leisure
Overnight : Hotel
Day - 15 : Kathmandu After breakfast we embark on a city tour of Kathmandu visiting Pashupatinath
Temple - the most sacred of the Hindu temples in Nepal dedicated to lord
Shiva, built in 1696.
Post lunch Sightseeing tour of Swayambhunath - the oldest Buddhist shrine.
Looking east from here, one can see the entire Kathmandu valley spread
out below. A short drive will take you to Boudhanath - the worlds largest
stupa; a sight of great reneration to the Buddhist. We continue to Kathmandu
Durbar Square - the temple of the Living Goddess and the old Royal Palace.
Finally, visit Kasthamandup - a temple built from a single tree from which
the Kathmandu derives its name.
Overnight: Hotel
Day - 16 : Kathmandu Visit full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu & Patan - a city
of architecture and fine arts. Sometimes known as "Town with a Thousand
Golden Roofs". Visit Tibetan Handicraft center at Jawalakhel to watch
carpet weaving.
Overnight: Hotel
Day - 17 : Kathmandu - Delhi Departure In time transfer to airport to board the flight for your onward journey
to back home with sweet and unforgettable memories of your 'Vardhman's
India Tour with Taj Mahal' escorted by Vardhman Vacations.
