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Golden Triangle Tour

Duration : 14 Days / 13 Nights
Destination :Delhi - Udaipur - Jaipur - Varanasi - Agra - Jhansi - Orcha - Khajuraho

Day 01 Arrivel Delhi
You will be met upon arrival and transferred to the hotel
Stay at The Claridges for the night

Located very near to the centre of the city, The Claridges has been recently renovated. Each air-conditioned room has the facility of a telephone, television, tea/coffee maker and attached private facilities. Other amenities include a swimming pool, shopping arcade, health club, tennis court, bar and multi-cuisine restaurants. Location: Airport – 20 kilometers: Railway Station – 6 kilometers : City Centre – 4 kilometers.

Government grading: Five-star hotel
Our comments: First class period hotel

Day 2 Delhi - Udaipur
Enjoy a sightseeing of New Delhi in the morning.
(Including the Qutb Minar, Humayun's tomb and Lutyen's buildings)

New Delhi stands in formal splendour, like a lone sentry guarding an outpost of a long-gone empire. It is a city of wide boulevards, which offers ever-changing perspec­tives of Lutyen's landscaped city. It is a city rich with formal parks and you will see the magnificent Parliament Building and the Rashtrapati Bhawan (the official residence of the President of India in the 330 acres of land and designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens), once the awe-inspiring residence of the British Viceroys and now the Presidential Palace, India Gate (a majestic 42-mts high arch, built as a memorial to the Indian Soldiers killed in World War I), Qutab Minar (the 72.5 mts high tower dating back to 13th century and one of the greatest bequests of Islamic Culture), Humayun's Tomb (built in the 16th century and architecturally the fore runner of the Taj Mahal, has Mughal Architecture at its graceful best).

Later in the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Udaipur
(CD 7471;1655/2000;operates daily)
You will be met upon arrival and transferred to the hotel
Stay at Fateh Prakash Palace for three nights

Fateh Prakash is one of the main palaces in the city palace complex. Hotel is partially air-conditioned. Each bedroom has a telephone, television and attached private facilities. Overlooking the lake Pichola, the Dovecote rooms have been tastefully refurbished and have a lake view (and the lake palace view). Other amenities include a swimming pool, money changing facility, health centre, squash and billiards.
Our comments : Deluxe Heritage hotel

Day 03 Udaipur
In the morning enjoy sightseeing of the city
Udaipur, the enchanting City of Dawn, looms up like a vision in white. City Palace was built in 1725, and has various palaces inside such as Dilkush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Moti Mahal, the Palace of Krishna etc, all ornately decorated. Saheliyon Ki Bari - this 'Garden of Maids of Honour' is a small ornamental pleasure garden, contains an elegant lotus pool, gushing fountains, beau­tiful black marble kiosks on the corners of the pool and stunning bougainvilleas covering the wall of the enclosures. Shilpgram situated on the outskirts of Udaipur, the Shilpgram is a crafts and performing arts center and houses various craftsmen from different states who display live their crafts and products for the benefit of the visitors.
Enjoy a boat ride in the evening on the placid waters of Lake Pichola.
(Subject to water level permitting)

Day 04 Udaipur
Enjoy an excursion to the exquisitely carved Ranakpur Jain temples (2-3 hr's drive away).

Near the village of Sadri lies the Ranakpur temple complex – one of the biggest and most important clusters of Jain temples in India. Nestled in the Aravalli Range, Ranakpur is a mere 90 kms from Udaipur. The Chaumukha temple, or four faced temple, is the main temple in the complex and dates back to the 15th century. Built in marble, the temple has 29 halls supported by more than 1400 pillars, no two of which are alike.

Day 05 Udaipur – Jaipur
In the morning you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Jaipur
(CD 7472; 1025/1215;operates daily)
You will be met upon arrival and transferred to the hotel
Stay at Samode Haveli for two nights

The Samode Royal Family who maintains their residence at Samode Haveli has converted this century and a half old royal mansion into a charming heritage hotel.

Fact sheet:
Location: 17 kilometres from the airport; 6 kilometres from the railway station
1. 21 air-conditioned rooms with telephone, television and attached private facilities
2. Multi-cuisine restaurant
3. Bar
4. Swimming pool
5. Spa

Government grading: Heritage hotel
Our comments: Standard Grade Heritage Haveli with modern amenities

Day 06 Jaipur
Morning enjoy an excursion to Amber Fort which is ascended on elephant back.
Amber, built by Man Singh, embodies the Rajput belief that the fort symbolizes the strength of the King. The commanding view, sheer walls and rock face, and the curved route that leads to the palaces within, all point to concern with security and defense. The fort is mirrored in Maota Lake, which stands adjacent to the Dilaram Garden. The private apartments begun by Man Singh in the17th century combine Hindu and Mughal styles and the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), its walls covered with tiny mirrors, becomes a dazzling fantasy with the light of a single match. Visit  the Jag Mandir or the Hall of Victory, glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal and the Kali Temple.

Enjoy a sightseeing of the city in the afternoon.
(It includes Sawai Man Singh Museum, Jantar Mantar - Observatory, Hawa Mahal and the colourful bazaar of the Pink city)

The capital of Rajasthan, also known popularly as the ‘pink city’, Jaipur was founded in the year 1727. Here you will see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), which remains only a façade today, was originally built to enable ladies of the royal family to watch the everyday life and processions of the city. The Jantar Mantar (Observatory) was built between 1728 and 1734. Each of the instruments serves a particular function and each gives an accurate reading. Situated in the centre of the city occupying a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens and buildings, the City Palace is an interesting place to visit. You can see the textile and costume museum, arms and armour museum, art gallery and hall of public and private audience.

Day 07 Jaipur - Agra
In the morning drive to Agra (258 Kilometers/ 5 hours and 30 minutes) visiting Fatehpur Sikri enroute
Fatehpur Sikri, was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after fifteen years due to scarcity of water. The attractions in Fatehpur Sikri are Jama Masjid – a beautiful building containing elements of Persian and Hindu Design, The main entrance is through the 54 m high Buland Darwaza, the Gate of Victory, constructed to commemorate Akbar’s victory in Gujarat. The Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) is a projecting room with walls made entirely of stone latticework. Birbal Bhavan, built either by or for Raja Birbal, Akbar’s favourite courtier, this small palace is extremely elegant in its design and execution. Hiran Minar (Deer Minaret) is said to have been erected over the grave of Akbar’s favourite elephant. Panch Mahal – This amusing little five-storey palace was probably once used by the ladies of the Court and originally had stone screens on the sides. The lower floor has 56 columns, no two of which are exactly alike.

Outside the Jama Masjid are the remains of the small stone – cutters’ mosque. Chishti’s cave was supposedly at this site and the mosque predates Akbar’s imperial city.
Stay at Trident Hilton for two nights

Set amidst six acres of landscaped gardens, The Trident combines traditional Mughal architecture with all the amenities of a modern hotel. Each bedroom has a telephone, television, mini bar and private attached facilities. Other amenities include a swimming pool and elegant fountains, beauty salon, barber shop, book shop, bar and multi-cuisine restaurant. Location: Airport – 12 kilometers : Railway Station – 10 kilometers.

Government grading: Five-star hotel
Our comments: A first class modern hotel – a unit of prestigious Oberoi group of Hotels

Day 08 Agra
In the morning enjoy sightseeing of the city
(It includes Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Itmaud-ud-daula)

A sprawling industrial town, Agra is situated 204 kilometres from Delhi. Agra was established in 1475 by Badal Singh and came into its own when Sikander Lodhi of the Lodhi dynasty chose it for his capital because of its proximity to the Yamuna. Babur defeated the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also to lay the foundation of the Mughal Empire. Places of interest in Agra include the most extravagant monument, Taj Mahal; Agra Fort, the tomb of Mirza Ghiyas Beg, Itimad-ud-Daulah

Day 09 Agra - Jhansi - Orcha - Khajuraho
In the morning you will be transferred to the railway station to board your train to Jhansi
(Shatabdi Express; 0815/1040; operates daily)

You will be met upon arrival and drive to Khajuraho visiting Orchha enroute
Once the capital city of Bundela, Orchha is now just a village, set amongst a complex of well preserved palaces and temples. It’s definitely worth a visit. Orchha was founded in 1531 and it’s golden age was during the first half of the 17th century. A special palace, Jehangir Mahal was built when Jehangir visited the city in 1606. It is of impressive size and there are good views of the countryside from the upper levels.

The Raj Mahal nearby has superb murals. Dinman Hardaul’s palace is also interesting palace. Orchha’s worth visiting temples date back to the 17th century. They are still in use today and are visited regularly by thousands of devotees. Ram Raja Temples with its soaring spires. The Lakshmi narayan temple is worth the walk for its well preserved murals. The walled Phool Bagh gardens, a cool summer retreat, are also worth visiting Other places to see include the dilapidated Sundar Mahal and Chhatris (memorials) of Orchha’s rulers, down by the betwa river.
Stay at Jass hotel for two nights

Jass Hotel is air-conditioned hotel. Each air-conditioned bedroom has a telephone, television, mini bar and attached private facilities. Other amenities include a swimming pool, health club, bar and multi-cuisine restaurants. Location: Airport – 2 kilometers: Jhansi Railway Station – 171 kilometers: Satna Railway Station – 110 kilometers.
Government grading:Five-star hotel
Our comments: First class modern hotel

Day 10 Khajuraho
In the morning enjoy sightseeing of the city
A thousand years ago, this was the seat of the Chandela Kings who built 85 temples, of which 22 remain in eloquent testimony to the glory of the reign. The famous Chandela Dynasty Temples built between 950 and 1050 AD immortalized in stone is a wealth of sensuous and erotic sculptures, an exquisite depiction of human life and emotions, equating passion with spiritual union. The sculptures considered most perfect figures achieved in stone, depicts Gods and Goddesses and amorous couples.
Rest of the day is at leisure

Day 11 Khajuraho – Varanasi
In the afternoon you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Varanasi
(9W 334;1330/1410; operates daily)
You will be met upon arrival and transferred to the hotel
Stay at Taj Ganges for the night
5 Star Deluxe

Taj Ganges is a centrally air-conditioned hotel. Each room is elegantly appointed and has a telephone, television, refrigerator and attached private facilities.

1. 130 rooms including 10 deluxe and executive suites.
2. Swimming Pool
3. Tennis court
4. Two bars
5. Two multi-cuisine restaurants.
6. 21 kilometres far from the airport
7. 2 kilometres far from railway station and 1 kilometre from the city centre
Our comments: First Class Modern Hotel

Day 12 Varanasi - Delhi
Early morning boat-ride on the holy Ganges to see devotees at prayer along the banks.
The early morning boat ride on the Ganges to view the Sunrise, as seen  from  the boat can be a spiritually uplifting  sight.  From dawn to dusk the riverfront (Ghats) are thronged by thousands of devotees, who perform their holy rituals in the hope of attaining eternal salvation, the "NIRVANA".
Later, enjoy sightseeing of the city

The Holy City of Varanasi, the Religious Capital of Hinduism, crowded with temples and its labyrinth of streets with their throngs of people, is exciting, enticing and a city to be experienced. As a place of devotion and worship, Varanasi attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. The city represents the best thoughts of vedic religion and culture. The city sightseeing includes a visit to the Kashi Vishvanath Temple, the Bharat Mata Mandir and the new Vishvanath temple. The Kashi Vishvanath Temple (or the Golden Temple), is a gold spiralled temple rebuilt in the 18th century and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The spire is covered with tones of gold plating donated by Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Punjab. Only Hindus are allowed inside. The Bharat Mata Mandir is dedicated to Mother India and has a relief map of "Mother India" in marble. The new Vishvanath Temple (1966) at the Benaras Hindu University (the largest residential university in Asia - a great seat of learning Sanskrit) is one of the tallest in India. The marble Shiva temple modelled on the old Vishwanath temple is open to all castes.

In the evening you will be transferred to the railway station to board your train to Delhi
(Shiv Ganga Express; 1845/0745; operates daily; first class air conditioned sleeper carriage)

Day 13 Delhi
Arrive Delhi at 0745 hours
(Room is provided at 1200 hours, Request of early check in can be made the same cannot be guaranteed)

You will be met upon arrival and transferred to the hotel
Stay at The Claridges for the night

Located very near to the centre of the city, The Claridges has been recently renovated. Each air-conditioned room has the facility of a telephone, television, tea/coffee maker and attached private facilities. Other amenities include a swimming pool, shopping arcade, health club, tennis court, bar and multi-cuisine restaurants. Location: Airport – 20 kilometers : Railway Station – 6 kilometers : City Centre – 4 kilometers.

Government grading: Five-star hotel
Our comments: First class period hotel
In the evening enjoy dinner with a local family or at a local restaurant

Day 14 Delhi
Morning is at leisure
Later, you will be transferred to the International airport to board your flight to next destination.
(Check in 3 hours prior)