HERITAGE TRAIL Day 01 : Delhi Welcome to India. Arrive at the Capital City – Delhi International Airport meet & assist by our local representative & proceed to Hotel. On arrival, check-in to your hotel. You have the rest of the day at leisure to explore this beautiful city on your own. Overnight stay in Delhi. Day 02 : Delhi – City Tour Enjoy full day sightseeing of New Delhi and Old Delhi, diver past the India Gate, Parliament House and Rastrapati Bhawan. Then visit Qutab Minar, built in 1193 in persian style of architecture. Proceed to Humayuns Tomb, Raj Ghat, Red Fort built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Later visit ancient bazaar of Chandni Chowk, enjoy photo stop at Jama Masjid. Overnight stay in Delhi. (B) Day 03 : Delhi – Gwalior (Approximate 4 hrs by train) Early morning transfer to the railway station to catch train for Gwalior. Arrive at Gwalior station and transfer to the hotel. This afternoon visit Gwalior Fort. Within the fort are some marvels of medieval architecture which include Man Mandir, Gujari Mahal(today an archaeological), Temples of Sas-Bahu, Teli Ka Mandir, Jai Vilas Palace, Tomb of Gaus Mohammad and the mausoleum of Tansen. Evening enjoy sound and light show at Man Mandir Palace. Overnight stay in Gwalior. (B) Day 04 : Gwalior – Khajuraho (Approximate 320 km / 7 hrs by road) Today Morning leave for Khajuraho – The Capital of Chandela Kings. It is famous for temples of Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and Jain Tirthankars built in 950 to 1050 AD which represent some of the most exquisite specimens in medieval India. In the evening enjoy a fascinating sound and light show mounted in the western group of temples. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.(B) Day 05 : Khajuraho – Orchha (Approximate 180 km / 4 hrs by road) This morning visit the temples which are exemplary for their architecture and bold artistic statement. The temples are also famous for erotic sculptures. Later this afternoon proceed to Orchha. Overnight stay in Orchha. (B) Day 06 : Orchha – Jhansi – Bhopal (Approximate 380 km / 8 hrs by road) Morning visit Orchha a rich legacy of Bunedla rulers, who built the beautiful temple and palaces here in 16th century. Visit Rai Praveen Mahal and Raja Temple. Then transfer to Bhopal via Jhansi, enjoy a brief orientation tour at Jhansi. Arrive at the capital of Madhya Pradesh Bhopal, the old city with its teeming market places and fine old mosques and palaces still bear the aristocratic imprint of its former rulers, among them the succession of powerful Begums who ruled Bhopal from 1819 to 1926. Equally impressive is the new city with its verdant, exquisitely laid out parks and gardens, broad avenues and streamlined modern edifices. On arrival transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Bhopal. (B) Day 07 : Bhopal – Bhimbetka – Sanchi – Bhopal (Approximate 190 km / 5 hrs by road) Morning visit Bhimbetka Caves, situated 46 km south of Bhopal, this place has one of the oldest prehistoric paintings of the world. The paintings in these rock shelters are similar to the aboriginal rock paintings in the outback of Australia. Continue drive to Sanchi & Udaigiri caves, witness the masterpieces of Buddhist Art which speaks of the story of Emperor Ashokas becoming follower of Buddhism. Finally return to Bhopal. Overnight stay in Bhopal. (B) Day 08 : Bhopal – Maheshwar – Mandu (Approximate 340 km / 8 hrs by road) This morning proceed to Mandu. Enroute visit Maheswhar – A glorious city at the dawn of Indian civilization when it was Mahishmati, capital of king Kartivarjun. Continue your drive to Mandu and upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Mandu is a celebration in stone, of life and joy of the love of the poet-prince Baz Bahadur for his beautiful consort, Rani Roopmati. Overnight stay in Mandu.(B) Day 09 : Mandu – City Tour This morning depart for a city tour of Mandu, visit Jahaz Mahal which was built in 15th century. This structure is the monument which was built on the two lakes and the architecture is in the shape of a ship and that connects two lakes named Kapur Talao and Munj Talao. Also visit Hindola Mahal, Jami Masjid and Roopmatis Pavilion. Overnight stay in Mandu.(B) Day 10 : Mandu – Aurangabad (Approximate 420 km / 8 hrs by road) Morning proceed to Aurangabad. On arrival, check- in to your hotel. You have the rest of the day is free at leisure to relax. Overnight stay in Aurangabad. (B) Day 11 : Aurangabad – Ajanta – Aurangabad (Approximate 120 km / 2 hrs by road) Proceed for your excursion to Ajanta Caves – The caves are illuminated by a flood of natural light which pours into the caves at all times of the day. These 2000 year old colossal rock carved temples boast a myriad of finely detailed sculptures. After completion of your visit return to your hotel in Aurangabad for overnight stay. (B) Day 12 : Aurangabad – Ellora – Aurangabad (Approximate 40 km / 1 hr by road) Today visit Ellora Caves. Here Buddhist Art attained the peak of its development, in frescoes and wall paintings revealing a fascinating lifestyle. Carved out of a rocky gorge, these 30 caves date back to the 3rd century. After completion of your visit return to your hotel in Aurangabad for overnight stay. (B) Day 13 : Aurangabad – Mumbai (Approximate 45 min by flight) Transfer to airport to board your flight for Mumbai. Arrive at Mumbai airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is free for leisure & shopping. Overnight in Mumbai.(B) Optional: You can enjoy half day Bollywood tour with a visit to a film shooting set. Day 14 : Mumbai – City Tour Today morning visit Elephanta Caves. Later proceed for a City Tour visiting Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum, Mani Bhavan and Hanging gardens. Overnight stay in Mumbai.(B) Day 15 : Mumbai Today proceed to the Mumbai Airport to board the flight to your next destination or hometown with fond memories to cherish for a lifetime. (B) Tour Concludes!! GET A ATTRACTIVE DEAL AND CALL US FOR BOOK NOW @ 9958000642|Email id:-richa@indiapartner |
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