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Rajasthan
& Erotic Temples Tour Duration
: 12 Days Tour
Destination
: Delhi - Mandawa - Jaipur - Agra - Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi
- Delhi
Day
01 : Abroad - Delhi
Arrive in Delhi , warm welcome with the flower
garlands and transfer to hotel . overnight
Day 02 : Delhi
Morning tour of historic city of Old Delhi to include the
magnificent Red Fort, The Jama masjid , India`s largest mosque , Rajghat -
memorial of Mahatma Gandhi .
Afternoon sightseeing in New Delhi
to include Qutab Minar , Birla Mandir, Huyamun`s Tomb, India Gate, Bhai
Temple and Government buildings . overnight at hotel
Day 03
: Delhi - Mandawa
Morning drive to Mandawa , afternoon sightseeing
in the Shekhawati region, often called the open air art gallery of Rajasthan
. Overnight at Hotel
Day 04 : Mandawa - Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur , afternoon enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride through the
bustling bazaars. Jaipur is renowned for textile block printing, blue
pottery, carpet weaving, semi-precious stones . Overnight at hotel
Day 05 : Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort riding on the Elephant back . Afternoon city
tour of the famous " Pink City" which reminds of a glorious past
and there is so much to see and enjoy here . Sightseeing include City
Palace, Hawa Mahal and Jantar Mantar. Overnight at hotel .
Day
06 : Jaipur - Agra
Morning after breakfast drive to Agra enroute
visit Fatehpur Sikri and 2 hours Cycle Rickshaw safari in Bharatpur National
Park . Fatehpur Sikri designed by Akbar as his capital , was lived in for
only a very few years . It is beautiful architectural city built of Red
sandstone . Evening arrive in Agra . overnight at hotel
Day
07 : Agra
Morning proceed for sightseeing of Agra . Agra is the
home of the Taj Mahal and the famous Red Fort. The Moghul Emperor Shah Jehan
built the extravagant Taj Mahal as a mausoleum for his most beloved wife and
was imprisoned in the Red Fort overlooking the Taj by his son until death .
Both buildings are truly spectacular and the Taj Mahal is now one of the
wonders of the World. Overnight at hotel
Day 08 : Agra -
Orchha
Morning after breakfast transfer to Railway way station to
connect Shatabdi express to Jhansi , on arrival transfer to hotel .
Orchha 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 century side, it still retains the captivating air
of the bygone era.
Afternoon tour of Orchha - walk by the century
old temples and forts, each with its own poignant history, and rest amidst
the beauty of the ruins. 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
Laxmi Narayan temple, both noted for their fine frescoes and mural .
Overnight at Hotel
Day
09 : Orchha - Khajuraho
Morning travel by car to Khajuraho (170
kms ), aftaernoon sightseeing in Khajuraho . Khajuraho - ancient centre of
the Chandela Dynasty. Khajuraho flourished from 950 to 1050 AD and is
spectacular feat of architecture carved with the roughest of tools. Each
temple has a large number of spires in ascending order representing man's
aspirations towards spiritual goals. They are famous tourist draw because
they have the most sublime, sensuous and erotic sculptures and are
romantically situated miles from anywhere in the dry and hot plains of
Madhya Pradesh.
Visit the Eastern group of temples which
consists of 3 Hindu and 3 Jain temples, their proximity attests to the
religious tolerance of the times in general and of the Chandela rulers in
particular Also visit the most important and fascinating western group of
temples. The temples of Khajuraho have been declared a 'world heritage' site
by UNESCO in order to preserve the rich legacy of architecture, bequeathed
to future generations by the Kings of the Chandela dynasty. These temples
are famous for their intricate sculptures and erotic carvings that are one
of the outstanding achievements of Indian art.
Day 10:
Khajuraho - Varanasi
Morning free later transfer to fly to
Varanasi ( 1430-1510 hrs ), on arrive transfer to hotel .
Afternoon excursion to Sarnath ( 9 kms ) an important pilgrimage centre for
Buddhist . This is where the Buddha preached his first sermon after getting
enlightenment . The city is famous for its magnificent stupas , monasteries
and temples . overnight at Hotel
Day 11 : Varanasi - Delhi
Early morning boat ride on the Ganges and followed by the city tour includes
:
Varanasi : the eaternal city . The most scared pilgrim centre in
India and a major tourist attraction . An ancient centre of learning .
Varanasi has always been the seat of renowned universities having been known
as Kansi and Benaras at different times , the city is now known by its
ancient name which means the region between the two rivers Varuna and Asi .
Situated along the west bank of the Ganges devout Hindus belive that death
at this place ensures certain entry into heaven . Varanasi is at its best at
break of dawn at dusk when chantings ring through the air and sacred lamps
afloat light up the water . The city is also known for its silk and cotton
handlooms . A land of temples the main attractions here are Vishwanath
temples . The Gold plating on its shikharas was a gift from Maharaja Ranjit
Singh of Lahore .
The Bharat Mata Temple : dedicated to the
Indian nation , it is unique in that instead of deities it enshrines the
most perfect relif map of India carved in marble . The Durga Temple commonly
known a monkey temple dedicated to goddess Durga , The Thulasi Manas temples
and Benaras Hindu university .Afternoon fly to Delhi . On arrival transfer
to hotel near to airport . Late night transfer to international airport for
your onward flight .
Day 12 : Delhi - Abroad
Depart Delhi
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