Taj Mahal With Mumbai And Aurangabad - 11 Days

You arrive in Delhi (at Indira Gandhi International Airport) by international flight from the airport you are assisted by our representatives to the hotel for check in and overnight stay.

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Heritage

After your breakfast your sightseeing trip starts with Old Delhi and we pay short visits to the Red Fort (built in 1648), Jama Masjid (India's largest mosque) and Raj Ghat (Mahatma Gandhi's Memorial). After lunch, we visit India Gate, President's House, Humayun's Tomb, and Lotus Temple. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Activities : Heritage , Hill Stations & Valleys

Morning visit of 'Qutub Minar' (71 m). The construction of this five storeyed building started in 1199, which was damaged twice and repaired in 1326 and 1368. After exploring Delhi, we drive to Agra and stay overnight in Agra.

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Heritage

Your Agra sightseeing starts with the Agra Fort. Mughal Emperor Akbar laid the foundation of this majestic structure in 1565, which was later completed by his grandson Shah Jahan. Our next halt is the most beautiful and spell binding monument – the Taj Mahal. This symbol of love (built in pure white marble by Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal).

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Heritage

Drive towards Jaipur, the land of Rajput Kings, while crossing the 16th century historical town Fatehpur Sikri. In the afternoon, visit of the City Palace (the formal residence of the royal family). Showcasing a perfect blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural patterns, the complex houses a museum with a rare collection of the articles belo

Activities : Heritage , Hill Stations & Valleys

After breakfast visit of the ancient capital of Amber that is located at a close proximity to Jaipur (11 km). After will visit Jantar Mantar (the largest stone observatory built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh) and Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds).

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Activities : Heritage , Hill Stations & Valleys

Today morning you fly to Udaipur, the city of sunrise. On your arrival you start our sightseeing with Sahelion-Ki-Bari or the Garden of the maids of Honour. In the afternoon visit of City Palace. The museum of the palace is decorated with beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings that depict stories from Indian mythology. In the evening you enjoy a Boat ride on the lake Pichola. The famous Lake Palace inside the Lake Pichola was the summer residence of the former rulers.

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Heritage

Morning flight to Mumbai. Mumbai is the second biggest city of India is frequented for its temples, cathedrals and mosques and the best of cosmopolitan culture. While walking through the harbour area, we visit the Gateway of India. This 1927 structure was built by the English to commemorate the visit of George 5th from England. In the evening, we pay short visits to the Gandhi Museum and Hanging Garden.

Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Heritage

Flight to Aurangabad.

After a short break we start an excursion to Ellora Caves. [7th - 10th century A.D.] The magnificent group of rock temples of Ellora is a part of world heritage monuments. Ellora group of temples represents the art and sculptures of Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism - three dominant religions of India.

Night stay in Aurangabad

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Heritage

After the breakfast we leave for Ajanta caves (around 100 km.) Of the thirty monuments at Ajanta, four caves No 9,10,26 and 29 are sanctuaries or Chaitya containing a Stupa at the centre of their apses. The rest are monastic residences or Viharas. An Indian poet Kalidasa describes these caves as the gem set of jewellery, rich furniture, imposing architecture, natural scenery and fleeting expressions on the faces.

Night stay in Aurangabad.

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Heritage

After breakfast transfer to the Railway Station / Airport for your onward travel.

Activities : Forts and Palaces , Heritage