Rajasthan with Kamasutra Temple & Buddhist Caves

Duration	Destination	Departure
22 days and 21 nights	India (New Delhi, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Orchha, Agra, Jaipur, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Mumbai, Aurangabad)	India (New Delhi)

Description

Experience the diversity of India on this tour. Begin from modern metropolis and proceed to sacred to erotic to romantic, to chivalric to historic destination each having its own tales. Enjoy the boat ride on holy riven Ganges, See the unique temples carved into the side of a crescent-shaped gorge. Witness the immortal beauty of the Taj Mahal, explore the historical monuments, fort, palaces and havelis of Rajasthan and explore the wondrous cave temples of Ajanta & Ellora.

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Category
3 star hotels (Private Tour) Bed & Breakfast en
Price includes • Assistance on arrival at airport. • 21 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. • Bottled drinking water in car. • Government taxes. Price does not include • Delhi - Varanasi - Khajuraho, Udaipur - Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai/Delhi flight fare approx INR 26500 per person in economy class. • 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. • 21 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. • Bottled drinking water in car. • Government taxes. Price does not include • Delhi - Varanasi - Khajuraho, Udaipur - Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai/Delhi flight fare approx INR 26500 per person in economy class. • 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. • 21 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. • Bottled drinking water in car. • Government taxes. Price does not include • Delhi - Varanasi - Khajuraho, Udaipur - Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai/Delhi flight fare approx INR 26500 per person in economy class. • 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
On arrival at IGI airport assistance & transfer to hotel. Rest time free to relax.
O/n 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.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 3:
Delhi - Varanasi (flight)
Transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi. Arrival transfer to hotel. Evening attend Holy Ganga Aarti.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 4:
Varanasi
Early morning boat ride & Ghat visit. Visit Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple & Sarnath Temple complex.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 5:
Varanasi - Khajuraho (flight)
Transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi. On arrival transfer to hotel. Later visit exceptionally well maintained Khajuraho temples built in the short span of 100 years from 950-1050AD by Chandela dynasty. Evening light & sound show. 
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 6:
Khajuraho - Orchha (180kms)
Drive to Orchha check in at hotel. Later visit Orchha Fort complex & Cenotaphs.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 7:
Orchha - Agra (220kms)
Drive to Agra enroute visit Gwalior Fort known for its great architecture and rich past. Arrive Agra check in at hotel. 
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 8:
Agra - Jaipur (245kms)
Sunrise visit Taj Mahal followed by Agra Fort & Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb. Later drive to Jaipur via visiting Fatehpur Sikri and Abhaneri step. Arrive Jaipur check in at hotel. 
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 9:
Jaipur
Visit Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Sisodia Rani Garden, City Palace, Observatory, Hawa Mahal, Birla temple & local market.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 10:
Jaipur - Mandawa (170kms)
Drive to Mandawa check in at hotel. Later visit Mandawa Fort, Hanuman Prasad Goenkas Haveli, Jhunjhunwalas Haveli, Saraf Haveli, Murmurias Haveli, Raghunath Ji Temple, Ladia Haveli, Chokhani Haveli, Newatia Havelis, Lord Krishna Temple and more.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 11:
Mandawa - Bikaner (195kms)
Drive to Bikaner check in at hotel. Later visit Junagadh Fort, Lallgarh Palace & Museum, Laxmi Niwas Palace, Rampuria Group of Havelis. Also visit the Camel Breeding Farm & research center.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 12:
Bikaner - Jaisalmer (330kms)
Morning excursion to Jorbeed to spot some raptors. Later drive to Jaisalmer check in at hotel.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B,D.

Day 13:
Jaisalmer
City tour of Jaisalmer visit Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Ji Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, Mandir Palace, Bada Bagh, Kuldhara abandoned village and Gadi Sagar Lake. Later excursion to Sam Sand Dunes for witnessing the unparalleled views of sunset, enjoying the music & dance performances by local artists, satisfying your taste buds with the delicious, authentic local cuisine & safari in the desert. Drive back to Jaisalmer for overnight stay.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 14:
Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (265kms)
Drive to Jodhpur enroute visit Pokhran Fort & Palaces. There is a museum in the fort displaying the royal collection of weapons, clothes, paintings and handicrafts. On arrival check in at hotel.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 15:
Jodhpur
Full day city tour visiting the attraction like Mehrangarh fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace visiting area & Museum. Later excursion to visit Mandore temples, Chhatris & gardens.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 16:
Jodhpur - Udaipur (265kms)
Drive to Udaipur, enroute visit Ranakpur Jain Temple. Continue drive & check in at hotel. Rest time free to relax and personal activities. Evening watch folk dance show Dharohar at Bagore ki Haveli.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 17:
Udaipur
Full day city tour of Udaipur, visiting Fort, Palaces, Havelis, Gardens, Temples. Also visit vintage and classic car museum having some of the rarest classic and vintage car collection. Evening boat ride on Lake Pichola.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 18:
Udaipur - Mumbai (flight)
Transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai. On arrival transfer to hotel. Rest time for personal activites.
O/n at hotel.

Day 19:
Mumbai
Morning excursion to Elephant caves (Monday closed). Later city tour visiting CST, Prince of Wales Museum, Mani Bhawan & Dhobhi Ghat.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 20:
Mumbai - Aurangabad
Transfer to airport to board flight for Aurangabad. Arrival transfer to hotel. Excursion to visit Ellora Caves, Grishneshwar Temple & Daulatabad Fort.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 21:
Aurangabad
Excursion to Ajanta which house 30 rock-cut cave from the 2nd century BCE. Buddhist Caves with mesmerizing sculptures and paintings depict Buddhas life as well the lives of the Buddha in his previous births. Drive back to Aurangabad.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 22:
Aurangabad - Mumbai/ Delhi
Visit Bibi ka Maqbara, Panchakki & Aurangabad Caves. Later transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai/Delhi. From there board connecting flight for onward destination.
Meal plan: B.

Price includes

• Assistance on arrival at airport.
• 21 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.
• Bottled drinking water in car.
• Government taxes.

Price does not include

• Delhi - Varanasi - Khajuraho, Udaipur - Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai/Delhi flight fare approx INR 26500 per person in economy class.
• 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 - Delhi Airport or your hotel in the city
2	4 StarsNew Delhi
3	4 StarsVaranasi
4	4 StarsVaranasi
5	4 StarsKhajuraho
6	4 StarsOrchha
7	4 StarsAgra
8	4 StarsJaipur
9	4 StarsJaipur
10	4 StarsMandawa
11	4 StarsBikaner
12	4 StarsJaisalmer
13	4 StarsJaisalmer
14	4 StarsJodhpur
15	4 StarsJodhpur
16	4 StarsUdaipur
17	4 StarsUdaipur
18	4 StarsMumbai
19	4 StarsMumbai
20	4 StarsMumbai
21	4 StarsMumbai
22		Aurangabad - Aurangabad Airport   Mumbai - Mumbai Airport

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
Varanasi	Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel or similar	Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges or similar	Ramada JHV/ Radisson Hotel or similar
Khajuraho	Ramada/SYNA Heritage Hotel or similar		Radisson Hotel/ Hotel Chandela or similar
Orchha	Orchha Resort/ Amar Mahal or similar		Orchha Palace and Convention Centre 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
Mandawa	Desert N Dunes/ Desert Mandawa or similar	Vivaana Culture /Udai Vilas Palace or similar	Castle Mandawa/ Alsisar Mahal or similar
Bikaner	Raj Vilas Palace/ Harasar Haveli or similar	Gajner Palace/ Lalgarh Palace or similar	Narendra Bhawan (Residence Room) or similar
Jaisalmer	Killa Bhawan Lodge/ The Royale Jaisalmer or similar	Gorbandh Palace/ Brys Fort or similar	Suryagarh/ Marriott Resort & Spa or similar
Jodhpur	Devi Bhawan/ Pal Haveli or similar	The Ummed/ Ranbanka Place or similar	Welcome Hotel/ Ajit Bhawan or similar
Udaipur	Lake Pichola Hotel/ Jaiwana Haveli or similar	Hotel Lakend/ Amet Haveli or similar	Aurika, Udaipur - Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels/ Trident Udaipur or similar
Mumbai	Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil or similar / 7 Apple Hotel Aurangabad / Ginger Aurangabad or similar	Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel or similar / Ambassador Ajanta/ VITS Hotel or similar	Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central or similar / WelcomHotel Rama International/ Lemon Tree Hotel or similar