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The Treasures of India & Taj Mahal

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Highlights

  • Stay in former palaces, including iconic royal residences such as the lavish Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur and the Rambagh Palace in Jaipur.
  • Explore Udaipur, the most romantic city in India, famous for its lavish royal residences and artificial lakes.
  • Set out on private safaris in Panna National Park, home to the elusive Bengal Tiger.
  • Visit World Famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sites in Agra: Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
  • Explore Khajuraho Group of Temples, famous for Erotic Sculptures & marvelous architecture.
  • Explore Varanasi, which is among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and attend aarti ceremony on the banks of the Holy Ganges.
  • Experience the diverse appeal of India's great cities, from Delhi, the National Capital of India, to Mumbai, country's largest city and the center of the nation's thriving film industry.

Itinerary

Namaste and welcome to India! On the day of arrival at Mumbai Airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Mumbai - The City that Never Sleeps. The first spot is at Mumbai harbor where you will take a ferry ride to Elephanta Island, explore the heritage site famous for the ancient caves - which were used during 5th century BC. Later in the afternoon, take a ferry back to the land. After lunch at any restaurant, you will be taken to Gateway of India for photoshoot and sightseeing. Later, you will be taken to Prince of Wales Museum. You can find interesting artefacts of Indus Valley civilisation here. Later visit Mani Bhavan, a memorial for Mahatma Gandhi. Evening is free for shopping, you will be taken along busy lanes filled with shops and other attractions. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to Mumbai Airport to board a flight to Udaipur. Upon arrival at Udaipur airport, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Relax at the hotel, and if time permits then visit the Sahasra Bahu temples, a pair of late 10th-century Hindu temples dedicated to God Vishnu, located at Nagda on the outskirt of Udaipur. Also visit Shri Ekling Ji Temple, an 8th century Hindu temple complex, dedicated to the Lord Shri Ekling Ji. Both of the temple complexes, have marvelous architecture that drives several tourists here every year. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at The Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, start your sightseeing tour of Udaipur with a visit to Sahelion-Ki-Bari. Then proceed to visit the Museum of folk art, which has a rich collection of folk dresses, puppets, dolls, masks, ornaments, folk musical instruments and paintings on display. Afterwards visit the City Palace, the biggest palace complex in India, where four generations of Maharajas added mansions and palaces. You also visit the museum of the palace, which includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian mythology. Also visit Pratap Smarak, Fateh Sagar Lake, Karni Mata Temple & ropeway. Later in the evening, enjoy a boat ride on the lake Pichola. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at The Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Today board a flight from Udaipur to Jaipur. Upon arrival at Jaipur Airport, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure, later in the evening take a stroll inside the beautiful market of the historic walled pink city of Jaipur, where the old ways of life continue uninterrupted. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at The Taj Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Jaipur. Start you sightseeing with the iconic attraction of Rajasthan "Amber Fort and Palace", A UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Man Singh in 1592 in red sandstone and marble. The magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, divided into several sections. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort's majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. After Amber Fort, visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar, The Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at The Taj Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Agra. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Akbar in the late 16th century. After sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, proceed to Agra. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Evening is free for shopping of handicrafts as souvenirs from the market of Agra. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you up from the hotel and take you for a guided tour of the Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. Later get back to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. Evening is free for shopping of handicrafts as souvenirs from the market of Agra. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

In the morning, our representative will transfer you to Agra railway station to board a train to Jhansi. Upon arrival at Jhansi, our local representative will pickup you from Jhansi Railway Station and transfer you to Panna National Park. Rest of the day at leisure, or indulge yourself in leisure activities such as taking a walk in the nearby area, enjoying the lush greenery around, interacting with the park's naturalist and so on. Overnight stay at the resort.

 

Stay at Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari - Panna National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy both morning and afternoon jeep safari's inside the Panna National Park. Watch the elusive Bengal tigers in there natural habitat, other animals that can be spotted during the safari are; Leopards, Sloth Bear, Striped Hyenas, Sambar deer, Chital, Nilgai, Hanuman Langurs, and the park is home to more than 200 species of birds including the bar-headed goose, honey buzzard, king vulture, blossom-headed parakeet, changeable hawk-eagle and India vulture. Overnight stay at the resort.

 

Stay at Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari - Panna National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Western Group of Temples. The exquisitely carved stone temples are famous for the images of the Kama Sutra and, with 22 temples in total spread over 20 square kilometers, make a truly spectacular sight. Here Kandariya Mahadev temple is the most popular and beautiful massive structure. It is a magnificent peace of artistic sculptural work. Later in the aftenoon, our representative will transfer you to Khajuraho airport to board a flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for overnight stay.

 

Stay at Taj Ganges, Varanasi

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges, followed by a visit to Akhara and see the traditional form of martial arts practiced there. Morning city tour of Varanasi, this includes a walk through the various sacred Ghats. Visit the sacred shrine of Kashi - Vishwanath (also known as the Golden Temple), and Bharat Mata Mandir, a simple temple dedicated to 'Mother India'. Later proceed to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists, visit the Dhamekha Stupa, the Archeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa. In the evening attend aarti on the bank of River Ganges in Varanasi. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at Taj Ganges, Varanasi

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Today morning, Alkof Holidays representative will transfer you to Varanasi airport to board a flight to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the Taj Mahal Palace for overnight stay.

 

Stay at Taj Palace, New Delhi

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing of Delhi. The National Capital of India, Delhi has been in existence since the 6th century BC. Start your sightseeing from the Rajghat, the memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Later, visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Afterwards, drive past President House, and India Gate in Edwin Lutyen's Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayun's Tomb, built in 1562, commissioned by Humayun's wife Hamida Banu Begum. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Stay at Taj Palace, New Delhi

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Today morning, as per your flight time our representative will transfer you to IGI Airport in New Delhi to board a flight to your home or onward destination.

 

Meals: Breakfast

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What's Included?

Accommodation

  • 14 nights accommodation in 5 star deluxe hotels on twin or double sharing basis

Meals

  • Daily breakfast at the hotels
  • Daily dinner at the hotels
  • All meals at the resort in Panna National Park (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

Guide

  • English speaking local destination guides
  • Wildlife naturalist at the Panna National Park

Transport

  • All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary

Additional Services

  • Personal assistance during arrival and departure
  • 1 rickshaw ride in old Delhi
  • 1 boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur
  • 2 private safari's at Panna National Park
  • 1 boat ride on river Ganges in Varanasi
  • Attend Ganga Aarti on the bank of river Ganges
  • 1 mineral water bottle per person per day
  • All applicable taxes

What's Excluded?

Flights

  • Any International or domestic flights are not included

Additional Services

  • Insurance - It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India
  • Visa fee (if applicable)
  • Any monument entrance fee, camera fee
  • Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Good To Know

Payment Terms

A deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 60 days prior tour starting date. For any bookings within 60 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash.

Cancellation

No additional cancellation fees apply for this tour. You can cancel the tour prior tour starting date and avoid paying the full amount, but the deposit you have paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within of tour starting date.

VISA

It is the sole responsibility of each individual traveller to get the required visa(s) for this tour, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with the Embassy of India in your home country.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Travel is one of those things that naturally gives rise to queries, concerns and doubts, so we’re here to put your mind at ease. Various "FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS" on your travel to India will be covered into the document, kindly go through the same. If there are any other questions, that are not mentioned in FAQ, then please feel free to contact us, it would be our pleasure to assist you.


YES. We can customize your India Holiday Package, as per your interest, and preferences.

On arrival at Mumbai Airport, India, our local representative will be there at the airport holding a placard of your name for identification. We shall also provide you list of emergency 24 hours contact numbers for any emergency.

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From

USD 12,900

Duration
15 Days
Destinations
Mumbai, Udaipur Mumbai, Udaipur, Jaipur, Panna National Park, Agra, Khajuraho, Varanasi, Sarnath, New Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri +8 more
Starts/Ends In
Mumbai / New Delhi
Age Range
1 - 80 Years Old
Duration: Days
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