Golden Triangle with Heritage Tour Package

Day By Day Itinerary

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Day 1

ARRIVAL DELHI

• Upon arrival at Airport in Delhi , you will be meet and assisted by our company representative. Drive to Hotel. Check inn Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel in New Delhi.

Day 2

IN DELHI

• After breakfast full day visit Delhi with guided tour of 17th Century Old Delhi. The attractions include Red Fort built in the year 1646. Jama Masjid which is the largest mosque in India built in the year 1656. Afternoon we explore two world heritage sites of New Delhi. First The Humayun Tomb which is a memorial of The Mughal Emperor Humayun. Qutab Minar, Louts Temple, Akshardham Temple and visit INDIA GATE It was built in the year 12 Century, and the tallest brick Minaret in the world with 72 Meters of Height. The afternoon sightseeing also includes the visit of the President House and the India Gate. Overnight stay at Hotel in New Delhi .

Day 3

DELHI – JAIPUR ( 260 KM . 05 HRS )

• After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Arrive & Check into the hotel. Jaipur: Beautiful palaces, forts and colourful bazaars speak of the pink city’s glorious regal past. Modernity walks hand-in-hand with history in Jaipur. This largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, is famous for its magnanimous hospitality. Evening explore colorful local market. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4

IN JAIPUR

• After Breakfast visit Amer Fort – the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire reaching the fort on Elephant back. It is a deserted places surrounded by majestic ramparts & the magnificent public & private room’s evidence the splendor of the rulers of 16th to 17th Century Rajasthan . Also visit Jal Mahal, city Palace , Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal . Evening visit local Market in Jaipur .
• Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur.

Day 5

JAIPUR – FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA ( 260 KM . 05 HRS )

• After Breakfast Check out the Hotel drive to Agra . En route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Later continue drive to Agra. Arrive and check in at Hotel. Akbarabad, as Agra was known during the Mughal era, is home to some of the most magnificent Mughal architectures. Situated on the banks of river Yamuna, the monumental beauty of Agra has inspired countless people around the world. This third largest city of the state of Uttar Pradesh is home to three UNESCO world heritage sites. Later Proceed to Visit to the world – famous Taj Mahal – or literally “Crown of Palaces” was built by Shah Jehan to immortalize the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal who died tragically in 1631. After that visit, the Red Fort built by three generations of Mughal Emperors between 1565 and 1573. It housed both the presidential Palaces of the Royal family, and the military quarters. Overnight at Hotel In Agra.

Day 6

AGRA – GWALIOR ( 120 KM. 03 HRS. )

• After After breakfast drive to Gwalior on arrival transfer to hotel & check in. Later visit Gwalior fort- Gwalior Fort is one of the main attractions of the Gwalior city Located on the hill right in the middle of the city. Inside the majestic fort walls there are many monuments but maintaining those are restricted to only a few of them simply magical at sunset. It is breathtaking majesty and poetry. Scindia Museum– Located in the city, the palace-cum-museum sees visitors who are eager to get a glimpse into the lifestyles of royalty. Built in 1874, it reflects the architectural style of the Palace of Versailles, France. The stunning Durbar hall is resplendent with its painted gold leaves and enormous mirrors. Sas-Bahu ka Mandir- Is another structure dedicated to Lord Vishnu also known as Shashtra Bahu. These twin temples are situated adjacent to each other and the larger one is covered with intricate carvings and sculptures. The twin temples were built by Raja Mahipal and were completed in 1093 A.D. Overnight stay at Hotel in Gwalior .

Day 7

GWALIOR – DATIA ( 77 KM 02 HRS) - ORCHHA ( 50 KM 01 HRS )

• After breakfast leave for Orchha. En-route visit Datia. Datia is an ancient town, mentioned in the epic Mahabharata as Dantavakra. The town is a market centre for food grains and cotton products. Handloom weaving is an important industry. Datia is a famed for the seven-storied palace built by Raja Bir Singh Deo in 1614. A pilgrimage spot for devotees, Datia has the sidha peeth of Shri Pitambara Devi, Bagalamukhi Devi Temple and Gopeshwar temple.
  
  After visiting Datia village tour, leave for Orchha. Upon arrival check into the hotel. After fresh-n-up visit Orchha - Orchha is a small town placed on the banks of River Betwa and accurately translates to "hidden place "and is a well-known traveler Destination. Orchha is residence to Bundella style of structural design and the palaces of Orchha bear observer to the magnificent work of medieval architects. The famous amongst this are Raj Mahal and Jahangir Mahal. The Raj Mandir - built on a square base has plain external with projecting windows. The Jahangir Mahal, built to welcome the Mughal emperor Jahangir is the magnificent example of Hindu structural design. The other attractions include the Raj Mahal, The Sheesh Mahal, the chaturbhuj temple. Along with these there are numerous Chhatris of royals or cenotaphs dotting the banks of the river Betwa Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 8

ORCHHA – KHAJURAHO (173 KM. 04 HRS. )

• After After breakfast leave for Khajuraho. Upon arrival check into the hotel. After fresh-n-up proceed on city sightseeing tour of Khajuraho to visit its magnificent temples. Khajuraho, is worldly known for its magnificent temples of erotica built between 950 A.D. and 1050 A.D. Khajuraho - is world heritage town, the temples are scattered in an area of 8 sq km. After relaxation take a sightseeing tour of Western group of Temples (Chandela Dynasty) consisting of the massive Laxman Temple dedicated to lord Vishnu, the Laxmi and Varaha temples dedicated to Vishnu’s consort Laxman, the Kandariya Mahadev temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and the Chausath Yogini temple dedicated to goddess Kali. Also visit Archaeological museum with its collection of stone sculptures of the Chandela dynasty. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 9

KHAJURAHO – CHANDERI ( 230 KM 05 HRS. )

• After breakfast leave for Chanderi. Upon arrival check into the hotel. After fresh-n-up proceed on tour of Chanderi visit Badal Mahal Gate, Koshak Mahal, Chanderi Fort, Kati Ghati and Archeological Museum etc.
  
  In the 11th century, Chanderi was a strategically important and small place. It was an important military outpost and also lay in the main trade route. Legend has it that at one point of time Chanderi was so thickly forested that Babur; the Mughal Emperor could trace the fort after searching the depths of the jungle for six months.
  
  An annual fair is held each year in honor of Jaageshwari Devi and this is one of the major Tourist Attractions in Chanderi. The place is well known for the beautiful Chanderi saris that come in light colors and beautiful golden borders. Make sure that you pick up one when you visit the place. Overnight stay in Chanderi.

Day 10

CHANDERI – SANCHI ( 168 KM 04 HRS ) – BHOPAL – (49 KM 01 HRS)

• After breakfast will leave for Bhopal. En-route we will visit Sanchi and explore its major attractions. On reaching Sanchi, we will start our day tour by visiting the famous Sanchi Stupas. Afterwards, we will head towards its other major attractions such as Salamatpur, Dewanganj and various other small villages that can surely add on to your overall experience.
  
  Further continue drive to Bhopal. Upon arrival check into the hotel. If time permit explore Bharat Bhawan, Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya, Laxmi Narayan or Birla Temple, Upper & Lower Lake and Jama Masjid etc. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11

BHOPAL – BHIMBETKA – BHOJPUR – BHOPAL

• After breakfast drive to Bhimbetka, enroute visiting Bhojpur This place have the biggest shivling in world. After visiting temples, and enjoy to boat ride to cross river and visit another temple. After visiting continue your journey to Bhimbetka. Bhimbetka here superimposition of paintings shows that the same canvas was used by different people at different times. The drawings and paintings can be classified under seven different periods. Later return to Bhopal. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12

BHOPAL - UJJAIN ( 192 KM. 05 HRS) INDORE – ( 56 KM. 02 HRS )

• After breakfast drive to visit Ujjain. At Ujjain visit the Mahakaleshwar Mandir, Vedha Shala (Observatory), Navgraha Mandir, Kal Bhairav Mandir.
• After spending quite time at the temple return to Indore for overnight stay at Hotel in Indore.

Day 13

INDORE – DHAR – MANDU –( 120 KM 03 HRS. )

• After breakfast we will visit some of the major attractions of the places such as Kanch Mandir, Lal Bagh Palace, Central Museum, Khajrana and Gomatgiri.
  
  Later drive to visit Dhar. Upon arrival explore Dhar visiting Dhar Fort, Bhoj Shala and Lath Masjid. Dhar Fort: Located atop of a small hill, it is an attractive fortress made of sandstone. It is said that this fortress was built by Muhammad bin Tughluq, the famous Sultan of Delhi. One of its gateways which date back to almost 1684-85 was added during reign of Alamgir. Inside the complex of this fort there is deep rock-cut tank present which seems to be of ancient period. With the time, several additions were made by different rulers and at present most of the part of this fort are ruined. For visitors, an outdoor museum showcasing a small collection of temple fragments and several images which date back to medieval period is present in the palace area.
  
  Bhoj Shala: It is a hypostyle hall situated next to Kamal Maula’s tomb in Kamal Maula Mosque in Dhar. Today it counts amongst the most popular tourist places in Dhar. Bhoj Shala was founded by K. K. Lele, Superintendent of Education in 1903 in the historical city of Dhar. He found Sanskrit and Prakrit inscriptions belonging to time of Arjunavarman in the walls of Kamal Maula Masjid. As per these inscriptions, it was clear that it belong to King Bhoja, who was the famous author of several works on grammar and poetics. Thus, Lele described this building as Bhoj Shala and it became one of most visited places of historical importance in Dhar.
  
  Lath Masjid: Also known as 'Pillar Mosque' it is located south of the town. It was built by Dilawar Khan in 1405 and name of this masjid has been derived from its one pillar made of iron which is supposed to have been set up during 11th century. This pillar was approx. 13.2 m high as per most recent assessment. But, as it has fallen and broken, its three surviving parts have been displayed for visitors on a small platform outside the mosque. Lath Masjid is one of the most visited tourist places in Dhar.
  
  After visit return leave for Madu for Overnight stay in Mandu.

Day 14

MANDU - OMKARESHWAR – ( 105 KM. 03 HRS ) MAHESHWAR ( 65 KM 02 HRS )

• After breakfast drive to visit Asharfi Palace and Jahaz Mahal in Mandu. Asharfi Palace: At the front of Jaami Mosque, there are ruins of Asharfi Palace. Initially it was to be the religious school of Jaami Mosque, but later it devoted to its producer Mehmood Khilji (1435 – 69 AD). There is a winning memorial (1443) at the north-east of the Palace, which Mehmood Khilji built over the win on Rana Kumbha, it’s a seven stories pillar of 150 ft height.Close to Asharfi Palace, there is a Fascinating Ram Temple; which was built by Maharani Sakarwar bai pawar in 1769 AD.
  
  Jahaz Mahal: Although it is called a Ship Palace, it bears as much resemblance to a water craft as a rhinoceros did to the mythical unicorn; through the legendary one-horned horse was inspired by traveler’s tales of the Indian Rhino. But then the Afghans were never known for their sea faring skills. Then drive to Omkareshwar visit Omkareshwar Lord Shiva Tmeple. After visit return to Maheshwar for overnight stay.

Day 15

MAHESHWAR – JALGAON ( 240 KM. 06 HRS. )

• After breakfast explore the temple of Maheshwar visiting Jaleshwar Temple, Narmada Ghat, Ahilyeshwar Temple etc. Later leave for Jalgaon. Upon arrival check into the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 16

JALGAON - AJANTA ( 70 KM 02 HRS ) AURANGABAD – ( 100 KM 03 HRS )

• Early morning leave for Ajanta Caves (breakfast will be provided in Ajanta itself) - they are cut from the volcanic lavas of the Deccan trap in a steep crescent - shaped hillside in a forested ravine of the sahyadri hills, These caves are older than those at Ellora consisting of 24 monasteries and temples hewn out of solid rack. The wall paintings and frescoes of these caves are a wealth of colors, Proceed to Civic - cum - Cultural Complex, a gallery of local art and crafts and shopping complex. (Ajanta caves are closed on Monday). Later return to the hotel. After fresh-n-up enjoy local city sightseeing tour visiting Bibi Ka Maqbara - situated about 3 km from the city is Bibi Ka Maqbara, the burial place of Aurangzeb's wife, Rabia-ud-Durrani. It is an imitation of the Taj at Agra and due to its similar design, it is popularly known as the Mini Taj of the Deccan.
  
  Also visit Panchakki (water mill), housed in the Dargah complex of Baba Shah Musafir, it is a 17th century an intriguing water mill, it is famous for its underground water channel, which traverses more than 8 km to its source away in the mountains. After visit leave for Aurangabad. Upon arrival check into the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 17

AURANGABAD – ELLORA ( 30 KM 01 HRS ) DEPARTURE

• After breakfast an excursion to Ellora Caves. The caves are over 2000 years old and consist of temples and monasteries hewn from rocks by Buddhist, Hindu and Jains monks and craftsmen. Ellora is a World Heritage Site and represents the epitome of Indian rock-cut architecture. The 34 "caves" - actually structures excavated out of the vertical face of the Charanandri hills. The 12 Buddhist (caves 1-12), 17 Hindu (caves 13-29) and 5 Jain (caves 30-34) caves, built in proximity, demonstrate the religious harmony prevalent during this period of Indian history. It is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India. (Ellora caves are closed on Tuesday).
  
  Later return to the Aurangabad railway station to board the train for your own destinations. Service End.