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This trip includes exploration in the 5 major tourist destinations Agra Jaipur Delhi Gaya Rishikesh
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Arrival at Delhi airport meet with our assistance and transfer to hotel. Arrive hotel and check-in.
Night stay in Delhi.
After relaxed breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of Delhi. Raj Ghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi is one of the most visited sites in Delhi. It consists of a simple square black-marble platform that stands on the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Nearby, there are cremation sites of Jawaharlal Nehru - the first Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India. A rickshaw ride in Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's Shahjahanabad city (old Delhi) is one of the prime attractions of Delhi. Chandni Chowk is a place to be explored and savoured by all those who do not fear crowds and have always been attracted by mixed sounds. Also visit red fort, Red Fort is the most popular tombstone in the rule of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan that is popularly known as the Lal Quila. The Lal Quila has been established on16th April 1639 which is made out of marble and designed exquisitely. The entire work of construction has been finished in nine years. Later a drive to India Gate, and the Grand Government Buildings, the President’s House. After sightseeing back to the hotel.
Night stay Delhi.
The Leela Ambience, Delhi / Radisson blu, Dwarka / Vivanta by Taj, Dwarka or similar,1, CBD, Maharaja Surajmal Marg, near YAMUNA SPORTS COMPLEX, Vishwas Nagar Extension, Vishwas Nagar, Shahdara, Delhi, 110032
Morning transfer to airport to board flight to Gaya. Arrive Gaya and transfer to hotel. Night stay in Gaya. Bodhgaya - As the place of the Buddha's Enlightenment, Bodhgaya is the spiritual home of Buhddhists. Bodhgaya situated near the river Niranjana, is one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage centres since it was here that Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. Arrive Bodhgaya and transfer to hotel.
Night stay in Bodhgaya.
Divine Resort or similar,Rishikesh
After breakfast explore Bodhgaya, one of the spiritual places in India where the historical Buddha became enlightened some 2500 years ago. Presently, it is a holy place for the Buddhists as well as for the Hindus. Here, under the Bodhi Tree, Gautama has gained supreme knowledge to become Budhha, the `Enlighted One'. Bodhgaya situated near the river Niranjana, is one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage centres since it was here that Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. Niranjana river, an important place in Buddhism, Buddhist Literature places on record how before his attaining Buddhahood the ascetic Siddhartha was charmingly impressed by this locality on his first arrival here. His impression finds a marvelous expression in the following measured terms. Sujata Garh, this ancient stupa is believed to be the place where Gautama Siddharth meditated following severe penance of fasting before he attained enlistment. The village lady, Sujata offered rice pudding when she saw meditating Gautama strongly emaciated. Gautama accepted the offer and realized the futility of the self-deprivation. Later he went to meditate under the Bodhi tree where he was enlightened and became a Buddha. Later back to hotel.
Night stay in Bodhgaya.
After breakfast transfer to airport to board flight to Dehradun. Arrive Dehradun and drive to Rishikesh. Rishikesh - also known as the 'place of sages', at the confluence of the Chandrabhaga and Ganga. It is believed that God by the name of 'Hrishikesh' had appeared as an answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya Rishi and henceforth the place derived its name. your itinerary It is the starting point for the Char dham pilgrims but also for the people who are interested in meditation, yoga and other aspects of Hinduism. In Rishikesh visit Laxman Jhula- a hanging bridge on the riverGanga is one of the most famous spots in Rishikesh. According to Indian mythology, Lakshman, the younger brother of Lord Rama crossed the Ganga with the help of hanging bridge made of Jute. The bridge offers a scenic view of the river Ganga as it tumbles down to Haridwar. Arrive Rishikesh and transfer to hotel.
Night stay in Rishikesh.
After breakfast visit Vashita Caves. Vashistha Cave is an ancient cave where Sage Vashistha and his wife meditated for hundreds of years. According to Hindu mythology, Sage Vashista was a Manas Putra (human son) of Lord Brahma and one of the Saptarishi (great seven sages). The Vashishta Gufa situated in the middle of Gular trees and the sacred River Ganga is a perfect place for peace of mind and positive spiritual energy. Also, visit waterfalls near Vasshita Cave. Later back to hotel.
Night stay in Rishikesh.
Free day you can do your own activities.
Night stay in Rishikesh.
After breakfast, check-out hotel and transfer to Dehradun airport to board flight to Jaipur. Jaipur, the land of Maharajas, Jaipur-the fabled "pink city" of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharaja of Jaipur. This is the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe through the nine rectangular sectors subdividing it. The palaces and forts of the yesteryears, which were witnesses to the royal processions and splendors are now living monuments. Arrive Jaipur airport and transfer to hotel.
Night stay in Jaipur.
After breakfast, proceed to an excursion to Amber Fort. AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started in 1592, its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression. Continue sight- seeing. JAL MAHAL - The Jal Mahal was declared as a protected area by the government after which the entry to this wondrous Jal Mahal place has been restricted. Earlier there were boat rides to around the palace. However, it still makes an amazing location for a romantic evening stroll. The pathway outside the Jal Mahal. Tourists are free to spend as much time as they like and click as many pictures as they want. HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women. TEXTILE FACOTRY - Explore Textile factory in Jaipur, where you can observe the traditional wood block printing and tie and dye fabrics. Also visit the paper factory. Optional you can visit Elephant Village at additional - Spent fun time with elephants by understanding their language, difference between Indian and African elephants and their medication and their behavior. After spending some time with elephants, you can enjoy paintings on elephant with natural colors. At the end of activity go for the most amazing thing that is showering, scrubbing and massaging the elephants.
Night stay in Jaipur.
After breakfast, check-out hotel and drive to Agra. Arrive Agra, meet and visit magnificent TAJ MAHAL - Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen. AGRA FORT- Fort built in red sandstone with its magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and the beautiful gardens. This is where Emperor Shah Jahan was kept under house arrest by his third son Aurangzeb and spent the last year of his life viewing the Taj Mahal from across the river Jamuna. Later transfer to hotel.
Night stay in Agra.
Today, you can celebrate most colorful festival Holi.Holi celebration takes place with lot of joy and verve throughout the country. The enthusiasm of the people reaches its peak and matches with the nature which is in full bounty at the time of Holi.Holi is being celebrated in Indian since time immemorial but the popularity of Holi celebrations seem to be rising with every passing year and so is the level of hoo-ha. As no other festival gives so much liberty to the people to let their hair loose and enjoy their hidden crazy self. Differences of any sort are drowned in the colored waters of Holi and people just enjoy being a play animal. To further enhance the festive spirit of Holi celebrations we have a social sanction to get a kick with the tradition of bhang. Then there is total wildness as people dance to the rhythm of dholak and sing traditional folk songs in loudest possible pitch. Children particularly enjoy the festival as they throw water filled balloons at passersby...and if anybody stares. they have ready answer, 'Bura na mano Holi hai' and evoke a smile on the irritated face. Besides, they have their water missiles, called pichkaris to drench the person from far and escape further drenching. In the midst of these coloring games are savoured the mouthwatering Holi specialities like gujiya, malpuas, mathri, puran poli, dahi badas etc. and downed with glasses full of thandai.
Night stay in Agra.
Arrive Delhi and transfers to airport to board your onward flight to back home.
End of trip.
1, CBD, Maharaja Surajmal Marg, near YAMUNA SPORTS COMPLEX, Vishwas Nagar Extension, Vishwas Nagar, Shahdara, Delhi, 110032
near Main temple, Bodh Gaya, Bihar 824231
Rishikesh
jaipur
Address: Fatehabad Rd, Tajganj, Tora, Uttar Pradesh 282004
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