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| India at Glance |
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India is an ancient country rich in monumental heritage. The famous monuments always merit a visit,because they are the speaking stones of India's authentic architectural and historical details. Some of the incomparable monuments that form an integral part India's historical heritage are,the epitome of endless love - Taj Mahal,Qutub Minar,Red Fort,Konark temple,Jaipur Pink City,Jantar Mantar , Hawa Mahal,Lake palace Udaipur,Deserted Dunes of Jaisalmer, Agra Fort,Ajanta caves,Humayun's tomb,walled city of Fatehpur Sikri, Beaches of Goa & Kerala , Kerala Backwaters, Ayurveda in India and lots more.
India is a spiritual land, a land where the religion and philosophy have attained their cultivating points. Journeys 2 India is very special because India has a very rich and dynamic culture that attracts every traveller. India is like a reward to every traveller who explores this mysterious country.
Indian culture is like the Indian food, rich and diverse. Rivers, seas, mountains and deserts create an interesting puzzle that makes your Journeys 2 India an unforgettable experience. India is a vast subcontinent bringing together people of different languages and numerous dialects. In each region people embrace their own languages and beliefs, making India a land full of history and tradition. It is true that the History of India begins thousand years ago, But Journeys 2 India is a fascinating experience and nobody can doubt it.
India has tremendous variations in topography and climate from the desert regions of Rajasthan to the scenic hill stations, green valleys of Himachal, the rain forests of the North East, the extensive sun-drenched beaches, the wild sanctuaries.
This Journeys 2 India tourist site provides the necessary tourist information to Journey India for the various destinations you would like to explore in the Historical and Magical land of India. Journey in India by air or railway is great but you won't really feel the soul of India if you don't meet the people, live their traditions, eat their food, and have plenty of sightseeing. Check here the tourist place of India you would love to explore. Journeys 2 India now starts with our valued and trusted Iteneries |
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Day 01 : Arrive Mumbai
On arrival at Mumbai Airport, you are met by our Representative / Driver and transferred to hotel. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 02 : Elephanta caves + city tour
After breakfast, take an excursion to the small island of Elephanta, also called ‘Gharpuri’, to visit the Great Cave Temple dedicated in the praise of Lord Shiva. Here you will witness a symphony in stone of rock shrines and sculptures created by India’ stone carvers of the past and believed now to date from 550 A.D. during the flowering of Gupta art. Afternoon sight seeing includes the visit of Hanging Gardens and Kamla Nehru Park on Malabar Hill, Mani Bhawan ( Ghandhi Memorial ), Prince of Wales Museum, Gateway of India. (Overnight at Hotel)
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Day 03: Fly Mumbai to Goa + Arrive Goa
After breakfast transferred to Mumbai Airport to connect flight to Goa . On arrival at Goa, you are met by our Representative / Driver and transferred to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 04 : At Goa
After breakfast, day free to relax on the beaches. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 05 : Fly Goa to Cochin + Arrive Cochin
After breakfast morning at leisure, later in time transferred to Goa Airport to connect flight to Cochin. On arrival at Cochin Airport you are met by our Representative / Driver and transferred to hotel. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 06 : City tour Cochin + Drive Cochin to Alleppey
After breakfast, enjoy city tour of Cochin which includes visits of Dutch Palace, Mattancherry, Saint Francis Church. After visit drive to Alleppey on upon arrival check into houseboat. (Overnight at houseboat)
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Day 07 : At Alleppey – on houseboat
The houseboat, which will take you to enjoy the magic of backwaters by going on a Houseboat (Kettuvallam) cruise across the backwaters. Enjoy the backwaters of Kerala by getting a glimpse of the village life at close quarters; a unique and unforgettable experience. Enjoy the sunset & stay overnight on the house boat. (Over night at houseboat)
Day 08 : Drive Allepey to Mysore
After breakfast, drive Alleppey to Mysore, upon arrival check into hotel. ( Overnight at Hotel )
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Day 09 : Mysore Sightseeing
After breakfast, take a sightseeing tour of Mysore includes the visit of Maharaja’s Palace, Chamarajendra art gallery ( Jagan Mohan Palace ), Nandi- the bull vehicle of Shiva, Rail Museum. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 10 : Drive Mysore to Bangalore
After breakfast, drive Mysore to Bangalore, upon arrival check into hotel, Rest of the day at leisure. ( Overnight at Hotel )
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Day 11 : Bangalore Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for sight seeing tour of Bangalore includes the visit of lal bagh (botanical garden) -The garden today houses over 1000 species of flora which include rare and enchanting collection of tropical plants, trees and herbs., bull temple (built in Dravidians style over a monolithic bull) This temple, built by Kempe Gowda, houses the magnificent stone statue of the sacred bull, Nandi, The Bangalore Palace & Fort :The Bangalore Fort was built by Kempe Gowda and expanded by Tippu Sultan. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 12 : Fly Bangalore to Hyderabad + Arrive Hyderabad
After breakfast, morning at leisure. Later, in time transferred to Bangalore Airport to connect flight to Hyderabad. On arrival at Hyderabad Airport you are met by our Representative / Driver and transferred to hotel. ( Overnight at Hotel )
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Day 13 : Hyderabad Sightseeing
After Breakfast, proceed for sight seeing tour of Hyderabad includes the visit of 13th century Golconda Fort, Charminar Gate, Salarjung museum which houses the fabulous and unique collection of antiques and objects of art from all over the world. Also visit the Mecca Masjid and Archaeological museum. (Overnight at hotel )
Day 14 : Fly Hyderabad to Kolkatta + Arrive Kolkatta
After breakfast, in time transferred to Hyderabad Airport to connect flight to Kolkatta, upon arrival at Kolkatta Airport you are met by our Representative / Driver and transferred to hotel. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 15 : Kolkatta City Tour
After breakfast, proceed for a city tour, seeing Missionaries of Charity (a charitable organization started by Mother Teresa). Visit the Jain temple in South Calcutta and view the Rabindra Setu: a cantilever bridge across the holy Ganges (called Hooghly in Calcutta ).And also visit the Indian Museum with its rare artifacts on display. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 16 : Drive Kolkatta to Sunderbans + Visit Sanctuary
After breakfast drive to Sunderbans and check in to hotel. Later visit the sanctuary to view the wild life. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 17 : AM Visit Sanctuary + Drive Sunderbans to Kolkatta + Train Kolkatta to Varanasi
After breakfast, visit sanctuary. Later drive Sunderban to Kolkatta, upon arrival in time transferred to Kolkatta Railway station to connect train to Varanasi. (Overnight on board )
Day 18 : Arrive Varanasi + Varanasi sightseeing
On arrival at Varanasi Railway Station you are met by our Representative / Driver and transferred to hotel. Later take a city tour of Varanasi covering - Alamgir Mosque or Beni Madhav Ka Darera, Dasaswamedh Ghat, Benares Hindu University & The Bharat Mata Temple. Afternoon enjoy walk through the narrow streets of Varanasi. Evening take an excursion to the Buddhist town of Sarnath - The hallowed spot where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon after enlightenment. Return to Varanasi. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 19 : Boat ride + Fly Varanasi to Khajuraho
Early Morning take a boat ride on the Holy River Ganges to see the devout praying and bathing on the Ghats (Banks), with funeral pyres burning in the distance. After visit return to hotel. After breakfast, in time transferred to Varanasi Airport to connect flight to Khajuraho. On arrival at Khajuraho Airport you are met by our Representative / Driver and transferred to hotel. ( Overnight at Hotel )
Day 20 : Khajuraho Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Khajuraho and check into the hotel. Later visit the architectural marvels of "The Khajuraho Temples". These Hindu temples with erotic carvings were built 1000 years ago with art and architecture merged to perfection. (Overnight at hotel) .
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Day 21 : Drive Khajuraho to Agra via Orchha
After breakfast, drive Khajuraho to Agra en-route visit the Jahangir Mahal, The Raja Mahal - monument of historical importance as is the Rai Praveen Mahal, with their rich historical background, these places hold great value for the legacy of Orchha. After visit continue drive to Agra, upon arrival check into hotel. ( Overnight at Hotel )
Day 22 : Taj Mahal & Fort visit + Rest of the day at leisure
After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Agra includes the visit of magnificent Taj Mahal ( TAJ MAHAL IS CLOSED ON FRIDAY ) - one of the Seven Wonders of the World surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men labored for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. Also visit the Red Fort - the rusty and majestic red-sandstone fort of Agra stands on the banks of the river Yamuna. (Overnight at Hotel)
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Day 23 : Drive Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri
After breakfast drive Agra to Jaipur en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri - built by the Mughal Emperor, Akbar in honor of Saint Salim Chisti, who foretold the birth of 3 sons to Emperor Akbar, an example of robust stability combined with originality. Each important edifice here represents a type by itself. Notable among them is the Diwane Khas, Punch Mahal, The Tomb of Salim Chisti, and the Buland Darwaza. After visit continue drive to Jaipur and upon arrival check in to hotel. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 24 : Amber Visit + City tour
After breakfast take an excursion to Amber - the old capital of Jaipur rulers. Ride on the back of an elephant from the foots of the hill up to the gates of the fortress. Afternoon sight seeing tour of Jaipur including Maharaja's Museum and Jai Singh's Astronomical Observatory and Hawa Mahal. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 25 : Drive Jaipur to Udaipur en route visit Pushkar
After breakfast drive Jaipur to Udaipur en-route visit the Brahmas Temple and Ghats on the bank of the holy lake in Pushkar. After visit continue drive to Udaipur, upon arrival check in to hotel. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 26 : City Tour + Boat ride
After breakfast proceed city tour of Udaipur includes the visit of Palace Museum- made of granite and marble with filigreed balconies, ornate windows and craftsmanship in glass. Each palace within is an outstanding creation of art, Sahelion Ki Bari - a garden with fountains, once used for the enjoyment of royal ladies. Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal- a folk art museum, Jagdish Temple. Afternoon enjoy boat ride on lake Pichola. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 27 : Drive Udaipur to Jodhpur via Ranakpur + Jodhpur Sightseeing
After breakfast, drive to Jodhpur en-route visit Ranakpur - (Jain temples at Ranakpur built in white marble. Its 29 halls spread over 40,000 sq.ft. and consisting of 1,444 pillars, not one of which is alike in its carving). After visit continue drive to Jodhpur and check-in to hotel. Later visit the wonderful Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada (the royal Cenotaphs of Maharaja Jaswant Singh) (Overnight at hotel)
Day 28 : Drive Jodhpur to Jaisalmer + Day free
After breakfast, drive Jodhpur to Jaisalmer, upon arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 29 : City tour + Visit Sam Dunes
After breakfast proceed to for sight seeing of Jaisalmer includes the visit of Jain Temples, Gadisar tank, Fort, Patewon ki Haveli, Nathmalji-ki Haveli and Salim Singh’s Haveli. Afternoon excursion to Sam Sand Dunes here you will enjoy the camel ride and witness the sun set against the sand dunes. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 30 : Drive Jaisalmer to Bikaner + Bikaner Sightseeing
After breakfast,drive Jaisalmer to Bikaner and check in to hotel. Later visit the Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace, Museum and The Camel’s Breeding Farm. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 31 : Drive Bikaner to Mandawa + Sight seeing
After breakfast at hotel drive Bikaner to Mandawa, upon arrival check in to hotel. Then after visit the painted havelies of the dundlod town and sorrounding areas of Mandawa and Nawalgarh. The painted havelies of the region are called “the open air art galleries”. (Overnight at hotel)
Day 32 : Drive Mandawa to Delhi
After breakfast, drive to Delhi and check in to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. (Overnight at hotel)
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Day 33 : Delhi Sightseeing
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of Old Delhi visiting the Raj Ghat, the site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India; and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire. In the afternoon take a sightseeing tour of New Delhi visiting the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar. Drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House and the President's Residence . (Overnight at hotel)
Day34 : Departure Transfer
After breakfast, in time transferred to IGI Airport for your flight back home. |
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