Rajasthan Fort & Palaces with Temple Town Khajuraho & Varanasi

Duration	Destination	Departure
18 days and 17 nights	India (New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bundi, Ranthambore, Orchha, Panna National Park, Khajuraho, Varanasi)	India (New Delhi)

Description

Tour will begin with pick up from Delhi airport. Explore Delhi the historic city then head to visit iconic monument & symbol of love Taj Mahal in Agra. Continue to enter Rajasthan the culturally rich state of India. You will visit magnificent forts, palaces & museums that narrate the success stories of bravery of the soil & the delicacy of the stonework while visiting Mandawa, Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh & Bundi. Enjoy gypsy safari in Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, visit the graceful chhatris of Orchha and the sensuous moods of the temples of Khajuraho. Make your way through the sacred city of Varanasi and cruise on the River Ganges to observe ancient spiritual rites.

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Category
3 star hotels (Private Tour) Bed & Breakfast en
Price includes  Assistance on arrival at airport.  17 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.  Daily breakfast & meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)  Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.  English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.  Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.  3-Time shared Gypsy safari in Ranthambore National Parks with forest department naturalist.  1-Time shared Gypsy safari in Panna National Park with forest department naturalist.  Bottled drinking water in car.  Government taxes. Price does not include  Khajuraho - Varanasi & Varanasi - Delhi flight tickets.  Camera charges at monuments.  Meals other than mentioned in day plan.  Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.  Gratuities & optional activities.  Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
4 star hotels (Private Tour) Bed & Breakfast en
Price includes  Assistance on arrival at airport.  17 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.  Daily breakfast & meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)  Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.  English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.  Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.  3-Time shared Gypsy safari in Ranthambore National Parks with forest department naturalist.  1-Time shared Gypsy safari in Panna National Park with forest department naturalist.  Bottled drinking water in car.  Government taxes. Price does not include  Khajuraho - Varanasi & Varanasi - Delhi flight tickets.  Camera charges at monuments.  Meals other than mentioned in day plan.  Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.  Gratuities & optional activities.  Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
5 star hotels (Private Tour) Bed & Breakfast en
Price includes  Assistance on arrival at airport.  17 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.  Daily breakfast & meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)  Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.  English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.  Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.  3-Time shared Gypsy safari in Ranthambore National Parks with forest department naturalist.  1-Time shared Gypsy safari in Panna National Park with forest department naturalist.  Bottled drinking water in car.  Government taxes. Price does not include  Khajuraho - Varanasi & Varanasi - Delhi flight tickets.  Camera charges at monuments.  Meals other than mentioned in day plan.  Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.  Gratuities & optional activities.  Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Program

Day 1:
Arrive Delhi
Arrival transfer to hotel (check in/out time 12pm). Rest time for personal activities.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 2:
Delhi
Visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market on cycle Rickshaw, Raj Gath, Humayun Tomb, Qutab Minar & Lotus Temple. Also drive pass President House, Parliament & India Gate.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 3:
Delhi - Agra (210kms)
Drive to Agra check in at hotel. Visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Baby Taj.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 4:
Agra - Jaipur (245kms)
Drive to Jaipur via visiting Fatehpur Sikri and Abhaneri step. Arrive Jaipur check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 5:
Jaipur
Visit Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Sisodia Rani Garden, City Palace, Observatory, Hawa Mahal, Birla temple & local market.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 6:
Jaipur - Jodhpur (330kms)
Drive to Jaipur enroute visit Pushkar Lake & temples. Drive to Jodhpur check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 7:
Jodhpur
Visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace & Museum, Mandore Temples, Gardens & Cenotaphs.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 8:
Jodhpur - Udaipur (260kms)
Drive to Udaipur enroute visit a Bishnoi village & Ranakpur Jain Temple. Arrive Udaipur check in at hotel. Evening boat cruise on Lake Pichola.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 9:
Udaipur
Visit City Palace, few havelis, temples, royal gardens & markets. Evening watch Dharohar folk dance show.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 10:
Udaipur - Bundi (275kms)
Drive to Bundi via visiting Chittorgarh Fort. Arrive Bundi check in at hotel. Visit Taragarh Fort, few havelis adorned with frescoes, temples, cenotaphs & step wells.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 11:
Bundi - Ranthambore (150kms)
Drive to Ranthambore National Park check in at hotel. Visit Ranthambore Fort.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 12:
Ranthambore
Head into Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve twice early in the morning and then early evening, when animals at their most active.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 13:
Ranthambore - Orchha (300kms)
Drive to Orchha via visiting Madhav Palace at Shivpuri. Arrive Orchha check in at hotel. Evening boat ride on River Betwa.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 14:
Orchha - Panna National Park (200kms)
Visit the Orchha Fort complex and few cenotaphs. Drive to Panna National Park checks in at resort. Rest time free to relax.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 15:
Panna National Park - Khajuraho (35kms)
Game drive gypsy safari in tiger reserve. Drive to Khajuraho check in at hotel. Evening attend light & sound show.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 16:
Khajuraho - Varanasi
Visit exceptionally well maintained Khajuraho temples built by Chandela dynasty. Transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi. On arrival transfer to hotel. Evening attend Holy Ganga Aarti.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 17:
Varanasi
Early morning boat ride & Ghat visit. Visit Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple & Sarnath Temple complex.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 18:
Varanasi - Delhi
As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi. From Delhi board connecting flight for your onward destination.
Meal plan: Breakfast.

Price includes

 Assistance on arrival at airport.
 17 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
 Daily breakfast & meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
 Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
 English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
 Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
 3-Time shared Gypsy safari in Ranthambore National Parks with forest department naturalist.
 1-Time shared Gypsy safari in Panna National Park with forest department naturalist.
 Bottled drinking water in car.
 Government taxes.

Price does not include

 Khajuraho - Varanasi & Varanasi - Delhi flight tickets.
 Camera charges at monuments.
 Meals other than mentioned in day plan.
 Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
 Gratuities & optional activities.
 Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Itinerary

Day	Overnight	Itinerary highlights
1	4 StarsNew Delhi	New Delhi - New Delhi Airport
2	4 StarsNew Delhi
3	4 StarsAgra
4	4 StarsJaipur
5	4 StarsJaipur
6	4 StarsJodhpur
7	4 StarsJodhpur
8	4 StarsUdaipur
9	4 StarsUdaipur
10	4 StarsBundi
11	4 StarsRanthambore
12	4 StarsRanthambore
13	4 StarsOrchha
14	4 StarsPanna National Park
15	4 StarsKhajuraho
16	4 StarsVaranasi
17	4 StarsVaranasi
18		New Delhi

Accommodations provided in each place

Place	3 star hotels	4 star hotels	5 star hotels
New Delhi	Madhuban Hotel/ Emarald Hotel or similar	The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket or similar	Le Meridien/ The Claridges or similar
Agra	Howard Plaza the Fern/ Amar Hotel or similar	Radisson Hotel/ Holiday Inn or similar	Courtyard by Marriott/ Trident Hotel or similar
Jaipur	Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean or similar	Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre/ Lemon Tree Premier or similar	ITC Rajputana/ Trident Hotel or similar
Jodhpur	Devi Bhawan/ Pal Haveli or similar	The Ummed/ Ranbanka Place or similar	Welcome Hotel/ Ajit Bhawan or similar
Udaipur	Jaiwana Haveli/ Hotel Amar Kothi or similar	Hotel Lakend/ Amet Haveli or similar	Aurika, Udaipur - Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels/ Trident Udaipur or similar
Bundi	The Hadoti Palace/ Nawal Sagar Palace or similar
Ranthambore	Tiger Machan Resort/ Sher Vilas or similar	Ranthambhore Regency/ Shergarh Resort or similar	Nahargarh Ranthambore/ Dev Vilas or similar
Orchha	Orchha Resort/ Amar Mahal or similar		Orchha Palace and Convention Centre or similar
Panna National Park	Greetoe Resorts or similar	Ken River Lodge/ Panna Tiger Resort by OpenSky or similar	Sarai at Toria or similar
Khajuraho	Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel or similar	Ramada/SYNA Heritage Hotel or similar	Radisson Hotel/ Hotel Chandela or similar
Varanasi	Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel or similar	Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges or similar	Ramada JHV/ Radisson Hotel or similar