Overview

India is a multi hued country. It is difficult for anybody to discover all the colors and shades of India in a single tour even if it spans for a fortnight. We have come up with Best of India tour package which aims at exploring the prime attractions of this beautiful country. From historical forts and palaces to the ancient temples and serene backwater, India is always ready to offer its best. We have not forgotten to add Taj Mahal visit in our itinerary. The tour to the sun kissed beaches of Goa is the added attraction of this tour package.

Tour Highlight

• Red Fort Visit in Delhi
• Hawa Mahal Discovery at Jaipur.
• Jungle Safari in Ranthambore National Park.
• Bird Watching at Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur.
• Taj Mahal Tour in Agra.
• Temple Tour in Khajuraho.
• Elephant Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park.
• Backwater Cruise in Kerala.
• A Leisure Walk In Goa Beaches.
• Elephanta Cave Tour in Mumbai.

Tour Itinerary

• Duration: 15 Days/14 Nights
• Destinations: Delhi – Jaipur – Ranthambore – Bharatpur – Agra – Varanasi – Khajuraho – Bandhavgarh – Nagpur – Hyderabad – Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) – Goa – Mumbai

Day 01: Arrive Delhi

On your arrival in Delhi, our company representative will receive you with a pleasing smile on his face. He will accompany you to the pre-booked hotel Taj Palace. En-route, our guide will brief you about the city and our tour package. After the traditional welcome at the reception you will be guided to your rooms. Relax in the cozy ambience of your suite and get acclimatized with the new environment. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02: In Delhi

The first morning in Delhi welcomes you with great warmth. Have your breakfast and get ready quickly, as we are all set to discover the charm of the ancient city Delhi. We have arranged luxurious deluxe buses for you extravagant visit in the city. Our first stop of the day is at Qutab Minar, the tallest brick tower in the world captivates your imagination. Walk a few steps and you will find the iron pillar Ashoka Pillar, a wonder to the world as for centuries it is not rusted a bit. From hereon, we make our move towards Akshardham Temple, which is one of its kind for re-creating the century old architecture in the present day. See, if you can discover all the 20000 exquisite statues glorifying the temple facade.

Our next destination is Delhi Hut, a piece of lively village created amidst the city. Surrounded by numerous shops dazzling with Indian ethnic crafts, the open-air ambience of the place is an added attraction. Have your lunch in the restaurants where you will find all types of Indian cuisine. If you are in Delhi Hut, don’t forget to taste the special fruit beer available here.

After lunch we take you to Rajghat – where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his death in 1948. Pay your tribute to the unforgettable man M. K. Gandhi. Now, let’s go to Red Fort, the extraordinary specimen of the Mughal architecture. You will be amazed to discover the grandeur of the royal life that lived here centuries ago. The bustling market of Chandni Chowk (Moonlight Square) situated just opposite to the Red Fort is our next destination. We suggest to you take a rickshaw ride as this is the best way to discover the true flavor of this congested market.

Shop a bit of gold jewellery studded with precious stone or a ring for your beloved. You will love the spicy Kachori – a combination of stuffed fried chapatis with potato curry, from the street vendors of Chandni Chowk. Now, we move to Old Fort and witness the famous light and sound showing the magnificence of the yore. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur

Wake up early as today after a sightseeing in Delhi we take you to Jaipur. We start our day in Delhi with a visit to Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official residence of the President of India. If you are lucky, you can have a glimpse of the spectacular Mughal Garden spread at 6 hectares in Rashtrapati Bhawan, which is open for public visit between the months of February – March every year. After a halt in the President’s House we move forward to imperial arch India Gate. Mingle with the lively people around it or just sit under the trees where you can even play with some enthusiastic squirrels.

Now we transfer you to airport, catch a flight to the royal city, Jaipur. Now we transfer you to airport, catch a flight to the royal city, Jaipur. Arrive in Jaipur and you will be transferred to hotel Ram Bagh Palace right away. Relax in the luxury of your suite. We have planned something special for your evening in Jaipur. You will be taken to an ethnic village resort, Choki Dhani. The colourful village fair, puppet show, magic show, etc. will give you the true flavour of rural India. The delectable Rajasthani cuisine is the speciality of this resort and we recommend you to give it a definite try. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Jaipur

Start your first day in the Pink City, Jaipur with a warm royal welcome. Have your breakfast and get ready fast as a day full of exploration is ahead. We get into our deluxe bus and start for Amber Fort. We have arranged special elephant ride to reach the fort situated atop a hill. Embellished with excellent paintings and intricate carvings, the fort interior mesmerizes you with its artistry. But the outstanding bird eye view of the whole pink city from the fort is something unbelievable. Don’t forget to catch some exclusive snaps.

Our next destination is the sprawling area of City Palace, which houses a number of museums inside. See those two large silver vessels with special attention, which are largest in the world and were used to carry water from the holy Ganges for the personal use of King Madho Singh II on his England trips. Next, we take you to Hawa Mahal. Adorned with thousand windows, this pink stone palace is a spectacular illustration of royal artistry. Later we take you to the 18th century observatory, Jantar Mantar and get lost in the world of stars.

In the evening, let’s explore the lively market area of Jaipur. If you are not very fond of jewellery, you will be so after visiting the shops dazzling with Kundan Gehna (traditional Rajasthani Jewellery). You will love the sweet delicacy of Ghewar, the famous sweet dish from Jaipur. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Jaipur – Ranthambore

Early in the morning we get into our deluxe bus and start for Ranthambore National Park. Your accommodation in Ranthambore is arranged in the Oberoi Vanya Vilas resort set a few kilometers from the National Park. The luxury tents are equipped with all amenities and make your stay in Ranthambore a pleasant experience. After having lunch we set out for the enthralling jungle safari in Ranthambore National Park. The jeep safari takes you to the interior of the jungle. A roar of the jungle king, tiger or a flash of black and yellow through the bushes are sure to chill your spine.

Our guide will also show you leopard, sloth bear, hyena and many other animals roaming freely in the jungle. We are sure, this special tour through the deciduous jungle of Ranthambore is going to leave a permanent memory in your mind. Don’t forget to catch the snap of tiger, which may be just at a few feet distance from you.

Evening is kept for leisure and you can get a massage, work out at gym or just relax in the swimming pool of the resort. Later, you can have a bonfire outside your tent and enjoy the quiet and mysterious ambience of the jungle over a delicious dinner. Overnight at the resort.

Day 06: Bharatpur – Agra

Today we make our journey to Bharatpur bird sanctuary. Relax in your comfortable bus coach for an exuberant journey to reach Bharatpur. See the nature outside keeps changing with every small distance covered from rustic terrain to immense greenery. In no time we reach our destination – Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur. Let’s enter into the world of birds, always enthusiastic and chirping in no reason. We have arranged a unique rickshaw ride through the forest, which is the best way to watch the queer bird activities. You will be amazed to find the rickshaw pullers guiding you rightly throughout your tour.

If you are here in winter, you will surprised to see the numerous bird species making the park lively. Binoculars are essential if you want to spot even the smallest of the birds. See the little cormorant sitting with a deep thought or just blink and see the kingfisher flying with a fish. Make a good use of your handy-cam, as probably you will not find such moments again in your life.

Day 07: Agra

Morning we get into our deluxe bus and continue our journey to Agra, the city of Taj. Relax in your luxury suite in Hotel Amar Vilas. Get ready for the much-awaited visit to the Taj Mahal. Regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world, this marble monument is the architectural wonder by the Mughals. As you walk on the polished marble floor and touch the marble walls embellished with delicate inlay, you will be amazed to feel the immense love that Emperor Shah Jahan had for his wife Mumtaz. You will be tired of taking images of this extraordinary monument from different angles.

Now, we take you to the Government Emporium of Agra. Famous for leather work and marble artifacts, these shops offer you a plenty of options to indulge into your shopping. You can pick a miniature model of the monument of love or order for excellent marble dining table to decorate your dining room.

Our next stop is the Red Fort (Agra Fort), where Emperor Shah Jahan spent the last few years of his life. You will be amazed by knowing the stories behind this majestic red stone fort. Our guide will tell you all. While roaming in the fort, give a look at the imperial Taj Mahal, glorifying the other bank of the Yamuna. Also a visit to Sikandra, situated at 8 km North-East of Agra. We take you to visit the huge mausoleum of Akbar. Give a special attention to the head of the tomb, where originally the world famous Kohinoor diamond was laid. We take you back to Agra. Overnight train from Agra to Varanasi.

Day 08: Varanasi

Morning at 08.15 we reach the city of Shiva, Varanasi. After relaxing in the cozy ambience of the hotel Taj Ganges, we start our Varanasi tour by exploring the century old temples still standing wrapped into heritage. We make our first stop at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, whose gold clad twin spires can be seen afar. Our other devotional destinations in Varanasi include Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple and Bharat Mata Temple, whose age century old heritage will amaze you.

After having traditional Indian vegetarian lunch, we start for Sarnath, the 2500 year old city still alive with the fragrance of Lord Buddha. See the sacred Dhamek Stupa – Seat of the holy Buddha, from where He delivered his first sermon after attaining salvation. You can feel the holy air of Sarnath touching you as if purifying your soul and mind.

We have kept the evening for your exploration of the ghats (river bank) of the Ganges. It is believed widely that a holy snan (bathe) in the Ganges helps to attain nirvana (salvation). So, what are you waiting for? Try for yourself, if the dip in the holy river really has some magic to do! But, we can say for certainty, the immense faith of the devotees around you and thousands of Diya (earthen lamp) floating on the river are sure to give an unforgettable evening of your life. Enjoy the sun set while having a boat cruise along the river. Later, shop a bit of Silk garments, as Varanasi silks are famous in the whole world. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 09: Varanasi – Satna – Khajuraho

After breakfast, transfer to Satna, a small holt. The ancient Chandela Temples of Khajuraho are sure to take your breath away with their titillating sculptures woven on the temple wall. The spectacular stone images portrays each and every human emotions so intricately that it seems the stone images are breathing along with you. The evening is kept to experience the splendid light and sound show held in the temple compound. The show takes you to re-live the day to day life of yore and make a rendezvous with the legends and history of the Chandela Temples. Overnight stay at Khajuraho.

Day 10: Khajuraho – Bandhavgarh

Wake up early, have your breakfast and we start for Bandhavgarh, situated at a distance of 189 km from Khajuraho. Peep through the window of your deluxe bus and you can find the terrain of the Vindhyan range causing green riot to your eyes. We have arranged your accommodation in the Nature Heritage Resort, where you can relax for some time. Then we take you for extensive elephant safari, which is the best way to explore the park. See the numerous spotted deer having their lunch with green grass. The sight of the jungle animal, tiger will surely raise your hair. But don’t be afraid, you are safe on your elephant back with your skilled mahout. Night stay at the jungle resort.

Day 11: Nagpur

We start for Nagpur early in the morning in our deluxe bus. As we reach Nagpur you will be transferred to Hotel Pride. Relax in the swimming pool or play some shots of billiards or just hang in the discotheque. If you want, you can go for some shopping also. In the evening, we transfer you to airport to catch a flight to Hyderabad. Overnight at Hotel Taj Krishna, Hyderabad.

Day 12: Hyderabad

Wake up in a pleasant Hyderabad morning. After having breakfast we take you to explore the entire city. We make our first stop at Charminar and walk through the exquisite palaces embellished with intricate carvings. Stand a moment at the carved balcony to have a view of the city below. Now, let’s go inside the Lad Bazar, located just outside the Charminar. We now take you to Birla Mandir and drive past Hussain Sagar Lake with the statue of Buddha situated in the middle, which can be seen afar. Visit the magnificent Birla Mandir and you can have a fantastic panoramic view of the twin cities Hyderabad-Secunderabad. Our next destination is Salarjung Museum housing some priceless antiques and art. Our guide will take you to the clock room where the musical clock needs your special attention.

We take you to ‘Seventh Heaven’ restaurant where we recommend you to have ‘Koji Kohinoor Biryani’-a special Nizam cuisine. Now, we start for Golconda Fort lying on the outskirts of the city. The surrounded crenellated ramparts narrate the reason behind its remaining invincible. Walk through the elegantly decorated palaces where you will be stuck in a palace where if you whisper, it will be heard from another palace situated far leaving you wondering about the advanced technology behind the construction of this fort. Later we take you back to your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Thiruvananthapuram

In the morning we transfer you to airport to catch a flight to Thiruvananthapuram. After your arrival, our representative will take you to the pre-booked deluxe bus for our next ordeal, the backwater heaven. We have arranged a phenomenal backwater cruise in the luxurious house boats made of bamboo. Equipped with air-conditioned bedroom decorated with eclectic collection of furniture, the houseboat ride in Kerala is even more unforgettable. Enjoy the picturesque splendor of Kerala backwater by traversing through the serene backwater lakes and lagoons. Have your dinner inside the houseboat and overnight at the houseboat.

Day 14: Goa

In the morning catch a flight to our next destination, Goa. Here comes Goa, the heaven of the tropical beaches. Relax in the luxury of your suite at Taj Exotica. We start our day with the exploration of old Goa. The massive Portuguese-Gothic Se Cathedral is a must see in Goa which keeps the legacy of Portuguese alive here. Also pay a visit to Basilica de Bom Jesus, the Jesuit church. Next, we take you to Fort Aguada, walk along the key-hole shaped jetty to view the excellent view of the coast.

In the afternoon we take you to Calangute beach. Walk along the palm fringed golden sand dunes of the beach and let the azure water touch your feet. The moment comes when sun rests behind the waves of the sea coating the entire region into golden cover. You will be mesmerized by the immense artistry of the nature.

Goa tour is not complete until you experience the exuberant night life of the city. Let’s go to Caravela, India’s only floating casino. Try your hand in the gamble game or just hang out at the pub. Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Mumbai

Early in the morning, you will be transferred to airport to catch a flight to Mumbai. You will be greeted by our representative at the airport and he will transfer you to the hotels Hilton Towers. Relax in your suite over a tea or coffee and then we take you for the tour of Mumbai. We make our first stop at Gateway of India, the royal arch which has become synonymous with the identity of Mumbai. You can also mingle with the local people accumulated here. Next, we take you to Elephanta Cave by boat ride. Hewn on the solid rock, the cave flaunts the magic of human hands. Walk through the courtyards, grand halls and porticos embellished with exquisite stone sculptures and you will be amazed to discover the splendid symmetry of Indian rock cut architecture.

After having delicious lunch at Busaba, the restaurant, we move forward for our next destination, Prince of Wales Museum. The wide collection of paintings describing the evolution of painting in India will attract you the most. In the late afternoon we take you to Juhu Beach. See the red sun slowly vanishing behind the horizon leaving its colour in the golden sand dunes. You will love the spicy delicacy of pav-bhaji (bread-curry), the famous snack of Mumbai available here in abundance.

From hereon, we take you to the dazzling market of diamond – Zaveri Bazar. Pick a ring or an exquisite necklace for your fiancee. If you are not a shopalcoholic, you will be so after roaming in the market.

Later, you will be transferred to your hotel. Relax for some time, have your dinner and then you will be taken to the airport to proceed for your onward destination.