27 Days Incredible India Tour

ROUTE - Delhi – Pushkar – Udaipur – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Jaipur – Agra – Delhi – Varanasi – Khajuraho – Bhopal – Indore - Dhar – Aurangabad - Mumbai
Duration: 26 Nights / 27 Days

OVERVIEW

Ideal for a first time to visit India. The Incredible India tour efficiently reflects the diverse aspects of India. It is an explorative tour that allows you to have a closer look at the history, culture, architecture, fashion, art and folklore in both the ancient and modern times. India has always been quoted in words for the mysterious ways of the people, their lifestyles and its inseparable culture. You will not only discover the India of the Great Mughals through their biggest achievements in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, but also opulent palaces and reminders of the Maharajahs. Khajuraho offers you numerous sculptures of the temples; and in holy Varanasi you will see the pilgrims who, by the hundreds, come every day to bathe in the waters of the sacred river and then visit the Western territory of India with Incredible Royal Rajasthan.

DAY 1
ARRIVAL IN DELHI

After arrival at Delhi Airport, meet our DIH representative who’ll escort you to the one of our listed hotels in Delhi. Check-in at the hotel to relax in the cozy comfort of its room. Delhi the capital city of India is always alive with activity. You will be amazed to see colorful crowds moving through public places like markets. In the evening you may venture out to explore the pulsating nightlife of Delhi.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.

DAY 2
DELHI

After having your breakfast in the morning, leave for a full day sightseeing tour of Delhi. On the 2nd day of the tour, embark on a city tour of Delhi. The major tourist attractions scheduled for the day are Qutab Minar, Red Fort, India Gate, the Jama Masjid, Humanyun Tomb, President’s House, Lotus Temple and Chandni Chowk. In the evening revisit Red Fort to witness the impressive light and sound show.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.

DAY 3
DELHI - PUSHKAR

Have your breakfast and leave for Pushkar by road. On arrival, move to your hotel and complete the check-in formalities. The city is one of the most sacred Hindu towns in India. Upon reaching Pushkar, check-in at one of our listed hotels. Later in the day attend the prayer ceremony at the Brahma temple. Also take a holy dip on any of the 25 ghats of Pushkar Lake and also visit Savitri Temple.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Pushkar.

DAY 4
PUSHKAR - UDAIPUR

Enjoy your breakfast and then begin your journey to Udaipur. On arrival, move to your hotel and complete the check-in formalities. Spend the day at leisure, interacting with the locals, eating authentic Rajasthan food, shopping at the local market etc. In the evening enjoy boat ride at the Pichola Lake. Also visit the Lake Palace, one of the finest examples of architectural and cultural marvel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.

DAY 5
UDAIPUR

Post breakfast, embark on a city tour of Udaipur. Visit some of the major tourist hotspots covering the City Palace Museum, Sahelion Ki Bari, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal, Folk Art Museum and Jagdish Temple. In the evening visit the grand City Palace on the banks of the lake along with the Monsoon Palace on the hill above that enhances the beauty of this magnificent city.

Enjoy comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.

DAY 6
UDAIPUR – RANAKPUR - JODHPUR

On the 6th day of the tour depart to Jodhpur- “The Sun City”. The city is bestowed with mesmerizing and scenic landscapes. The city is renowned as the Sun City since it features bright and sunny weather throughout the year. On your way to Jodhpur, stop midway to visit the Jain temples at Ranakpur. The group of temples is built out of marble, featuring 108 carved pillars with no two pillars exhibiting similar design. On reaching Jodhpur, check-in at one of our enlisted hotels. Enjoy rest of the day at hotel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur.

DAY 7
JODHPUR - JAISALMER

In the morning after an early breakfast, embark on an excursion to beautiful forts and palaces including the Mehrangarh fort, Umaid Bhavan Palace, Jaswant Thada and the Raj Ka Bag Palace. Post lunch visit other charms of Jodhpur including the Government Museum.

Later leave for Jaisalmer by surface. The Jaisalmer city commands for the major tourist attractions scattered all over Rajasthan. On reaching Jaisalmer, check-in at one of our listed hotels. The day is to be spent at leisure. In the evening you have the option of witnessing the Gadsisar Lake to observe migratory birds from close quarters or Witness an exotic sunset against the Sam sand Dunes on a camel ride.

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Jaisalmer.

DAY 8
JAISALMER

The next morning after an early breakfast, embark on a guided tour of the city. Jaisalmer is also revered for its fort & havelis. Pay a visit to Salim ji Ki haveli and Patwa ki haveli which are most striking amongst the other havelis. Visit the Jaisalmer Fort- a dominant structure between the sand and ancient 12th century Jain Temples.

Continue towards the Sam Sand Dunes, an ideal place to enjoy life in a desert. Check-in to the camp. Later, hop onto a camel's back who takes you through the desert and its surroundings villages. At night, enjoy folk music dance, cocktails and special dinner under the star-lit sky.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the Camp in Sam Sand Dunes.

DAY 9
JAISALMER - BIKANER

Post breakfast, drive straight to Bikaner- “The camel City”. During this four hour drive, you visit Junagarh Fort- the most popular fort of Bikaner, Anup Mahal- with prettified elaborate details and Karan Mahal- decorated with a blend of Rajput and Mughal style of architecture; the gems of Bikaner city.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Bikaner.

DAY 10
BIKANER - JAIPUR

Leave for Jaipur in the morning, after breakfast. You then check in to your hotel room. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and is also called the Pink City. The reason for this is that most of the monuments in Jaipur are painted pink. Later in the day explore some other major tourist attractions of Jaipur including the Monkey Temple, Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Evening to be spent as to your liking.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.

DAY 11
JAIPUR

After having your breakfast in the morning, leave for exploring the various colors of this beautiful city, Jaipur. Jaipur is full of attractions that speak volumes about the glory of Rajputana kingdom. These attractions form a part of our itinerary and we start with visiting the Amber Fort which is tucked over a hill (reached via an elephant ride). Next we will be visiting the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory, splendid Hawa Mahal built on the architectural principles of a natural cooling system and splendiferous City Palace and Jal Mahal. Enjoying the local treats like shopping, food and rickshaw ride are reserved for evening.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.

DAY 12
JAIPUR – ABHANERI – FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA

Post breakfast, leave for Agra by road. Stop on the way to visit Abhaneri-Step well and Ftehpur Sikri. Abhaneri-Chand Baori is popular for the amazing 'Baoris' (step wells) and Harshat Mata Temple. Fatehpur Sikri listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fatehpur Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar. The city highlights some of the iconic structures of the Mughal era.

Later, drive towards Agra. On reaching Agra, check-in to the hotel. Later proceed to see sunset at Taj from Mehtab Bagh Garden. Return to the hotel in the evening

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Agra

DAY 13
AGRA - DELHI

An Early morning, visit to the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, which looks even more beautiful in the glory of the shining sun. After exploring the epitome of love, return to the hotel for breakfast. Later you may embark on a guided tour of Agra fort and the Itmad-ud-Daula’s Tomb. Both are famous for their brilliant architecture. Post lunch, later back to Delhi by road. On arrival, transfer to the hotel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.

DAY 14
DELHI – VARANASI (BY FLIGHT)

In the morning after breakfast, transfer to airport for board a flight to Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi, check-in at one of our listed hotels. Later in the day enjoy a City tour of Varanasi which would cover places like the Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple and the Alamgir temple. In the evening you have the option of exploring the Banaras Hindu University for visiting the Art Gallery and the Mosque of Mughal Emperor Aurangazeb. Later in evening Ganga Arti at Ghat.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.

DAY 15
VARANASI

Next morning enjoy the boat ride in the holy river Ganges on a visit to bathing Ghats. Later take an excursion to Sarnath, the buried Buddhist city. Here you will be visiting Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Ashoka Pillar and Sarnath Archaeological Museum.

Later return back to hotel. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.

DAY 16
VARANASI – KHAJURAHO (BY FLIGHT)

After the boat ride in the morning, return back to the hotel and checkout from the hotel. Get deported to airport to board a flight to Khajuraho. Upon arrival, check-in at one of our listed hotels. After resting for a while, proceed on a guided tour to Khajuraho. Start driving towards the group of famous Chandela dynasty temples. These temples are known worldwide for their spectacular erotic, sculptures and carvings that leaves the visitors spellbound. The Western Group of Temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu includes the Kandariya Mahadeo temple, the Matangesvara Temple , the Lakshmana Temple, and the Varaha Temple.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.

DAY 17
KHAJURAHO

Post breakfast, head straight to visit the Eastern Group of Temples of Khajuraho, including visits to the Jain temples of Adinath, Shanti Nath and Parsvanath. Later in the day pay a visit to the Archaeological Museum that exhibits a wide collection of stone sculptures that were built in the times of Chandela dynasty.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.

DAY 18
KHAJURAHO - CHANDERI

Post breakfast, drive to Chanderi. Upon arrival, check in to hotel. Chanderi is a small historical town in Madhya Pradesh. It is gradually making a very important place for itself in the Indian tourism map. Visit Chanderi Fort, it dates back to the Mughal Period and stands tall on top of a hill. Koshak Mahal, This Mahal was built by Mahmud Khilji of Malwa in 1445 A.D. The palace is divided into four equal parts and is reflective of very good architectural skills.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Chanderi.

DAY 19
CHANDERI – SANCHI - BHOPAL

Post breakfast, drive to Bhopal. On the way to visit Sanchi. It is the home to Stupas the magnificent structures of ancient India. These Stupas have been declared as the world heritage sites by UNESCO consisting relics of the Buddha. The Sanchi Stupas contains ornamented depiction of from the life of the Buddha and his previous incarnations. Another major attraction to view is the Ashoka Pillar that is kept in museum maintained by the Archaeology department. Later in the day drive to Bhopal. Upon arrival, check in to hotel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Bhopal.

DAY 20
CHANDERI – SANCHI - BHOPAL

Post breakfast, drive to Bhopal. On the way to visit Sanchi. It is the home to Stupas the magnificent structures of ancient India. These Stupas have been declared as the world heritage sites by UNESCO consisting relics of the Buddha. The Sanchi Stupas contains ornamented depiction of from the life of the Buddha and his previous incarnations. Another major attraction to view is the Ashoka Pillar that is kept in museum maintained by the Archaeology department. Later in the day drive to Bhopal. Upon arrival, check in to hotel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Bhopal.

DAY 21
BHOPAL - INDORE

Next morning after breakfast, leave to visit other major tourist attraction of Bhopal city including places like Secretariat, Fatehgarh Fort Taj-ul-Masjid, Sadar Manzil Vidhan Sabha and Moti Masjid. Check out after from the hotel in Bhopal to reach Indore. As you reach Indore, check-in at one of our listed hotels. Rest of the day at leisure. In the evening embark on a visit to Lal Bagh Palace and the Bodhi Sheesh Mahal.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Indore.

DAY 22
INDORE – MANDU - DHAR

Next morning, start your drive towards Dhar. Stop mid way to visit the city of Joy Mandu. The city is perched along the Vindhya ranges and is located at an altitude of 2000 feet. The major tourist hotspots to visit include Ashrafi Mahal, Rewa Kund Group, Hindola Mahal and the Jahaz Mahal. After visiting resume your drive to Dhar. As soon as you reach Dhar, check-in at one of our listed hotels.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Dhar.

DAY 23
DHAR

Post breakfast, set out to explore the picturesque view of the district that is placed among the lakes and trees surrounded by barren hills. Pay a visit to the Bagh caves that is famous for its paintings. Other major tourist attractions to visit include Phadke Museum, Bhoj Shala, Jheera Bagh Palace and the Lath Masjid.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Dhar.

DAY 24
DHAR - AURANGABAD

Start your day with an early breakfast, drive straight to Aurangabad. On the way to Aurangabad one can stop at Dhule for Lunch. Post lunch, resume the drive to Aurangabad. As you reach Aurangabad, check-in at one of our hotels. In the evening take a leisurely walk to explore the surroundings. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Aurangabad.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Dhar.

DAY 25
AURANGABAD – AJANTA – ELLORA - AURANGABAD

Next morning after breakfast, get started for a guided tour to the World Heritage site of Ajanta and Ellora caves in the afternoon. Located 30 kilometers away from the North West of the city. These caves showcase a strong spiritual connection with 5 caves dedicated to Jainism, 12 caves to Buddhism and 17 to Hinduism. Rest and relax enjoying an overnight stay at the hotel. The Ellora caves are the house of 34 monasteries.

Also explore the area for the exclusive uninterrupted sequence of monuments. After the visit to these stunning caves return back to Aurangabad.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Aurangabad.

DAY 26
AURANGABAD - MUMBAI

In the morning, get transfer to Aurangabad airport to board a flight to Mumbai. On reaching Mumbai, transfer to one of our listed hotels. Later in the day move out on an excursion to the sightseeing of Mumbai. The major hotspots to visit include Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Juhu Beach, Gateway of India and Marine Drive etc. .

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Mumbai.

DAY 27
MUMBAI

After breakfast, proceed towards Elephanta caves for a sightseeing tour. These caves are located on an island that is a few miles away from the Gateway. These caves can be reached by Ferry from the Gateway of India. This rock-cut cave temple is dedicated to lord Shiva. The Elephanta caves comprise of seven caves of which Mahesh Murti cave is of great importance. In this cave Lord Shiva is shown as a creator, protector and destroyer. In the afternoon board a cruise back to Gateway of India, after lunch pay a visit to Prince of Wales Museum, Marine Drive, Parliament House and Jain Temple. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Mumbai.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Mumbai.

DAY 28
DEPARTURE FROM MUMBAI

Post breakfast, get transfer to the Mumbai airport to board a flight for your onward journey. The tour ends with the sweet memories with Delightful India Holidays.

Inclusion

  • Transportation By AC Car
  • Air Conditioning Car with Driver
  • Fuel (Petrol/Diesel)
  • Toll Taxes, Parking Charge, Inter State Taxes
  • Drive Allowance (Food & Accommodation)

Exclusion

  • Hotels / Accommodation
  • Monument Entrance Fees, Camera Fees, Entrance Fees of National Park, Safari Fees
  • Meal Expenses
  • Personal Expenses
  • Guide Charge
  • Other Activities
  • Air / Bus / Train Fare
  • Driver & Guide's Fees
  • Cancellation charges would apply as per company policy. Free cancellation before 30 days arrival after will charge 100%.
  • If require bill then add GST charge as per Government Rules.