Evergreen North

India

As the name suggest this is a classical evergreen programme on North India and a perfect blend of the Land of Maharaja, colorful havelis, kingdoms in the desert, forts, palaces, UNESCO monuments, flora and fauna in tiger territory, symbol of Love - ‘Taj Mahal,’ rich legacy of culture, history, romance and legend. You will be able to do some activities. Overall you will have an unforgettable experiences.     

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    DAY 1 : ARRIVE DELHI

    Upon arrival at Delhi airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 2 : DELHI / SHEKHAWATI (270 KM/06H30)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Depart for the visit of Old and New Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, biggest mosque of India constructed in 17th Century. Drive past Red fort. Visit Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Orientation tour of New Delhi, India Gate (war memorial), parliament house, president house, and Embassy area.

    Route towards Shekhawati, gateway of Rajasthan and Thar desert. On the way visit traditional brick factory. Arrival and check in at hotel.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 3 : SHEKHAWATI / BIKANER (200 KM/04H00)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Visit Shekhawati, famous for its mural painted in Havelis (ancient house of rich traders) this area is also known by the name of ‘Open Air Art Gallery’.Continue by road towards Bikaner. Arrival and check in at hotel. Visit Junagarh fort, constructed in 16th century. Discover different courtyards with excellent paintings and museum having nice collection of objects used by royal families. Auto-rickshaw ride in the old city and its naturally animated Bazar.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 4 : BIKANER / JAISALMER (330 KM/06H00)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Depart by road to Jaisalmer (Golden City). On the way visit Gaushala, care and shelter center of cows. Visit of Jaisalmer War Museum, the museum holds a number of equipments, weapons, vehicles among other displays that truly exhibit the glory of India's greatest war heroes. Arrival and check in at hotel. In the evening visit of Gadisar Lake, known as small Varanasi of Jaisalmer and Bada Bagh, Royal cenotaphs or memorial of Royal family members.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 5 : JAISALMER

    Breakfast at hotel.                                                                              

    Visit the citadel of Jaisalmer and its beautiful Jain temples. Walk in the streets of old city to discover the Old Havelis like Salim Singh ki Haveli, Nathamal ki haveli, Patwon ki haveli etc. In the evening camel ride at sand dunes to admire the fabulous sunset in the desert.

    Enjoy folk dance and music followed by dinner. (Optional with supplement).

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 6 : JAISALMER / JODHPUR (285 KM/05H30)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Depart by road to Jodhpur (Blue city). On the way visit traditional village of dessert. Arrival and check in at hotel. Visit Mehrangarh fort, also called an eagle fort now transforms in a beautiful museum. Jaswanth thada, cenotaph (memorial) of white marble constructed by the wife of Mahraja Jawant Singh. Walk in the old city and in famous Sardar Bazar around the clock tower.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 7 : JODHPUR / RANAKPUR / UDAIPUR (270 KM/06H00)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Depart by road to Ranakpur. Visit the excellent white marble Jain temple dedicated to Adinath (founder of Jainism). Continue to Udaipur (City of lakes). On the way stop to understand the traditional way of Irrigation (Rehat) of this region. Arrival and check in at hotel.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 8 : UDAIPUR / PUSHKAR (270 KM/05H30)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Visit of Udaipur city includes City Palace- one of the biggest palace of India, Jagdish temple-White marble temple dedicated to lard Vishnu, Saheliyon ki bari- garden of royal ladies. Visit of Painting center, famous for the miniature paintings. Boat ride at Lake Pichola (Subject to water level).

    Depart by road to Pushkar. Arrival & check in at hotel.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 9 : PUSHKAR / JAIPUR (145 KM/03H30)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Visit of Brahma temple, only active temple in world dedicated to Lord Brahma and one of the most important pilgrimage centers for the Hindus and Jains. Walk in the colorful market and at the Ghats of Holy Lake where the pilgrims do their religious rituals with the help of Brahmin (priest). Depart by road to Jaipur (Pink City), the capital of Rajasthan founded in the beginning of 18th Century. Visit Birla temple, constructed in best quality of marble by Birla family. Walk in the famous markets of the pink city. Rickshaw ride in the Pink city.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 10 : JAIPUR 

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Visit of Jaipur Amber fort, amarvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts. The fort interior has three courtyards and various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory work, exquisite wall paintings and tiny mirror chips which create a tantalizing reflection effect. Photo stop at Jal Mahal (waterpalace). Afternoon visit of City palace (residential palace of royal family & museum)The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of Royal Princes, carpets, an armory of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions. Jantar Mantar (UNESCO observatory), which is the largest stone and marble designed observatory in the world. Photo stop at Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds).

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 11 : JAIPUR / RANTHAMBORE (190 KM/04H00)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Depart by road to Ranthambore, this national park's abandoned fortress, lakes and above all its friendly' tigers have made it one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. Ranthambore was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1955 and became part of Project Tiger in 1973. Tiger is the main attraction of this park other predators in the park are hyenas, jackals and jungle cats and many other animals. Arrival and check-in at hotel. Lunch at hotel.

    Afternoon Jungle Safari by Canter (big 4x4) in the Ranthambore National Park. 

    Dinner and overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 12 : RANTHAMBORE / FATEHPUR SIKRI / AGRA (260 KM/05H30)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Depart by road to Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO), the ancient capital of Mughal emperor in 16th Century. It was a veritable fairy-tale city and its ‘ruins are still in a pristine condition. Visit the Palace, Sufi saint dargah (tomb) and Mosque. Continue to Agra.  Arrival & check in at hotel. Enjoy Agra by night.

    Overnight at hotel.

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    DAY 13 : AGRA / DELHI (210 KM/04H00)

    Breakfast at hotel.

    Visit of Taj Mahal (UNESCO) (closed on Friday)- this legendary white marble structure was built by Mughal ruler Shah Jahan in commemoration of his love for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love. Visit the workshop to see Unique Marble inlay work with semi-precious stone like in Taj Mahal. Then continue by road to Delhi. Upon arrival visit Bangla Sabib Gurudwara (Sikh Temple), is an impressive religious complex with gleaming Golden dome. The most impressive part of this temple is its prayers, music and songs, its sacred basin, its community kitchen and free meals. Late evening transfer to the airport.

    Overnight on board.