The Heritage Trails
The tour journey that begins from the capital of India Delhi and carry on to Agra, home of The Taj Mahal as well as other jewels of a Golden era. The highlight of the tour is the ancient magic caves of Ajanta and Ellora near Aurangabad in Maharastra. It combines Persian Muslim design and construction of amazing building. As example Mumbai has some excellent places to explore as The Prince of Wales Museum, Gateway of India and University hall and library.
Highlights of the tour :
- An opportunity to stay in beautiful forts and Palaces.
- Meet and interact with local tribal peoples in village countryside.
- Mehrangarh fort the largest fort of India and Symbol of love - "The Taj Mahal"
Day 01 | ARRIVAL DELHI |
On arrival meet our representative and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 02 | DELHI |
This day proceed for Delhi sightseeing, starting with Humayun's Tomb - the Tomb of the Mughal Emperor. Drive through the India Gate & Rashtrapati Bhawan (President's House) and reach Rickshaw ride point. Explore Chandni Chowk on the Rickshaw in the heart of Old Delhi, a busy shopping area with Bazaar full of spices and marriage saris through crowded narrow side streets and reach Jama Masjid largest mosques of India.
Day 03 | DELHI – AGRA |
Start drive for Agra and reach agra you will transfer to hotel. Later we start for Taj Mahal a built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan on the South Bank of Yamuna river in Agra a tomb of one of best wife Mumtaz and also known for symbol of love. Evening free time to explore the Market of Agra. Dinner at your choice to have in hotel or outside city restaurant. Overnight stay in Agra.
Day 04 | AGRA – JAIPUR |
Start with our guide for Agra Fort the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty. After Agra fort we continue our drive for Fatehpur Sikri the red stone building and founded by the 16th century Mughal Emperor and the Big gate Buland Darwaza entrance of Mosque. We continue our drive and stop for one hour for Rickshaw ride for Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. On time reach Jaipur for overnight stay.
Day 05 | JAIPUR |
Start to explore and first visit Amber Fort by elephant ride. This is one of the fascinating of the Indian forts comprising the palace of Mirrors, Hall of the public Audience and the beautiful gardens, all of which give a glimpse into the majesty of old days time. Also visit observatory, City Palace and colourful bazaars of Jaipur and we will watch Hindi Bollywood movies in Laxmi Talkies.
Day 06 | JAIPUR - JODHPUR |
Morning start drive for Jodhpur. On arrival check-in at the hotel in Jodhpur. Overnight in Jodhpur.
Day 07 | JODHPUR |
Start with the sightseeing of Jodhpur visiting Mehrangarh fort on a 37 m low sandstone hill built by Rao Jodha in 1459. From the top of the fort one can get a bird's eye view of the old city. You will notice the predominance of blue houses referred to as Brahmin houses - the colour being associated with high caste. . Evening explore and experience of local market in Clock tower.
Day 08 | JODHPUR - UDAIPUR |
Start drive for Udaipur via Ranakpur and Kumbalgarh. On arrival Ranakpur we visit Ranakpur Jain temple has 03 temples of the Jain sect dating back to the 14th / 15th century. The main grand temple complex have 29 halls with 1444 pillars and it took 65 years to complete and now it is one of the five holy Jain pilgrimage centres in the world.
Day 09 | UDAIPUR |
Morning start the Udaipur local sightseeing with the City Palace towering over the Pichhola Lake. Maharana Uday Singh initiated in the construction of the City palace. Visit Jagdish Temple; built by Maharana Jagat Singh II in 1651. In afternoon visit local family house to experience and learn cook the India India cuisine. After lunch visit Saheliyon-ki-Bari beautiful fountains and in evening enjoy boat ride on the lake Pichhola.
Day 10 | UDAIPUR - AURANGABAD |
Transfer to Udaipur airport to board the flight for Aurangabad. On arrival, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Overnight in Aurangabad.
Day 11 | AURANGABAD |
This day proceed for a full day excursion to Ajanta Caves - a world heritage site dating from 200 B.C. These caves include paintings and rock cut sculptures which are one of the finest examples of ancient Indian art. Ajanta Caves were built in two phases and are older than those at Ellora, consisting of 24 monasteries and temples carved out of solid rock. (Ajanta Caves are closed on Mondays). Later transfer to the hotel in Aurangabad.
Day 12 | AURANGABAD - MUMBAI |
Morning proceed for a tour to Ellora Caves - another world heritage site near Aurangabad. Ellora Caves are 2000 years old featuring Hindu, Buddhist and Jain monuments. The Caves consist of temples and monasteries carved out from rocks and represents the epitome of Indian rock-cut architecture. (Ellora Caves are closed on Tuesdays). Later transfer to Aurangabad airport to board the flight for Mumbai. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Mumbai.
Day 13 | MUMBAI |
Proceed for a full day city tour of Mumbai, visiting The Gateway of India from where one can also visit the island 10 km away to catch glimpse of the famous Elephanta Caves. Also visit The Prince of Wales Museum, Mani Bhavan and Crawford Market. In evening, drive past Marine Drive also known as the Queen’s Necklace. Later drive back to the hotel. Overnight in Mumbai.
Day 14 | MUMBAI - FLY OUT |
This day check-out from the hotel and transfer to the airport to board the flight for your next destination.
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Why Divi Journeys
Our itineraries combine history, culture, opportunities for social interaction, leisure time that allows you to explore on your own. That are creative and comprehensive and had been specially designed to bring you a complete experience of India.
Moreover any number of tours can be combined to suite your particular requirement and if you tell us your special interests we will make sure your itinerary accommodate them.