Candid India Tour

Overview

: 20 Nights / 21 Days
: Delhi, Amritsar, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Orcha, Gwalior, Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur, Bundi , Udaipur, Mumbai, Goa
: Delhi
: Mumbai
   
 

India is perceived as the magical land of snake charmers, flying carpets, mystic gurus and a gazillion forts. Well, if this be your perception too then this tour is a must for you. Your vacation starts off in Delhi, moving onto Amritsar, literally 'Pool of Nectar'. Known for its Golden Temple, the most sacred shrine of the Sikhs, it is the most revered place of the Sikh Community. Here you also visit the Wagha Border for a dress parade (gate closing ceremony). Holy shores of Varanasi, enticing shrines of Khajuraho and the royal dunes of Rajasthan. Witness the diversity of culture, traditions, food, architecture and art as you scale this incredible Indian landscape. Discover British influences in the architecture of Delhi, while Varanasi and Khajuraho tell tales of eras gone by, absorb the beauty of the Taj Mahal and find yourself in awe of the display of opulence in Rajasthan. Mumbai will give you feel of bollywood, end of the tour relax on sun drenched beaches of Goa & rememorize your Candid India tour, Goa beaches are considered to be the best beaches in the world.

 

  • Rickshaw ride at Chandani Chawk Bazar in Delhi
  • Golden Temple & Vagha border in Amritsar
  • Evening AARTI ceremony at Ganges in Varanasi
  • Khajuraho temples
  • Shatabdi train from Gwalior to Agra  
  • Taj Mahal – 7th wonder of the world or monument of love
  • Ranthambore tiger reserve
  • Visit villages between Ranthambore & Jaipu
  • Elephant ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
  • Step wells in Bundi
  • Boat ride on lake Pichola in Udaipur
  • Fish market in Mumbai
  • Relaxation on Goa Beach

Itinerary

Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive Delhi

Arrive at New Delhi airport & meet our representative, will assist you till hotel and discuss tour briefly.
Relax at hotel


Day 02 - Delhi

Embark on a full day of exploration of Old & New Delhi. Highlights include the Jama Masjid, the most important mosque in India; Chandni Chowk bazaar will show you more colours on your rickshaw ride. Visit Qutub Minar, the highest tower in India, and Humayun’s Tomb, an early example of Mughal architecture.

Day 03 - Delhi / Amritsar

Early morning train to Amritsar, Meeting & assistance by our representative and transfer to hotel, Amritsar, home to the Golden Temple is one of the most ancient and fascinating cities of India. It is an important seat of Sikh history and culture. Visit to Golden temple.


Day 04 - Amritsar / Delhi

Morning visit to Vagha Border, afternoon transfer to railway station to board Delhi train, meeting & assistance on arrival & transfer to hotel


Day 05 - Delhi / Varanasi

Morning transfer to airport for onward flight to Varanasi,  meet by our representative  and transfer to hotel. Later proceed for the city tour visiting various temples including The Vishwanath Temples, Evening view "Aarti" ceremony on the Ghats.


Day 06 - Varanasi

Rise early to take a private sunrise cruise on the sacred River Ganges to view the ghats, the embankments of wide stone steps leading down to the water where locals and pilgrims alike cleanse themselves — literally and spiritually. Return hotel by visiting colourful Bazar.  , Varanasi a city of more than a thousand temples and shrines, and sacred to Hindus and Buddhists alike. Explore the buried Buddhist city of Sarnath, where the Great Gautama Buddha gave his first sermon 25 centuries ago.


Day 07 - Varanasi / Khajuraho

In time transfer to airport for onward flight to Khjuraho,


Khajuraho - one of the most popular tourist spots in India, with the largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples in the country. These temples are famous for their erotic sculpture, as well as their depiction of life in all its forms.


Spend rest the day amid Khajuraho’s exquisitely carved Eastern & Western group of the temples that pay homage in delicate detail to Hindu deities and remind you birth place of KAMASUTRA


Day 08 - Khajuraho / Orcha

Travel overland through rural India, passing sleepy villages, and arrive at Orchha.


Day 09 - Orcha / Gwalior / Agra

Morning visit Jhansi and continue drive to Gwalior, visit one of the most attractive fort of India. Later transfer to railway station to board train for Agra. One & half hour journey will give you feel of local life


Day 10 - Agra / Ranthambore

Morning visit to Taj Mahal – 7th wonder of the world, monument of love known as many names, considered the world’s finest example of Mughal architecture. Later visit to Agra Red Fort
Continue drive to Ranthambore, enroute visit Fatehpur Sikari.


Day 11 - Ranthambore

Ranthambore is India’s most famous tiger reserve, Sanctuary visit -Morning & afternoon tiger safari


Day 12 - Ranthambore / Jaipur

Morning drive to Jaipur- Capital of Rajasthan. Jaipur known as “Pink City” - is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Evening visit to Birla Ganesha temple to attend AARTI ceremony and be part of local’s daily prayer.


Day 13 - Jaipur

Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. Your further day tour will include the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments, used till date by astrologers when they make horoscopes


Day 14 - Jaipur / Bundi

Morning drive to Bundi , Bundi is famous for step wells & hadoti clan, unique culture


Day 15 - Bundi / Udaipur

Drive to Udaipur, on arrival check in hotel, Afternoon at leisure


Day 16 - Udaipur

Udaipur, with lakes and palaces cradled in the hills of the Aravali range. Explore the City Palace, the former home of the maharanas of Udaipur and an excellent example of Rajasthani workmanship. See the extraordinary Crystal Gallery with its crystal bedroom set. Continue to Ahar, site of the 19 cenotaphs of Mewar kings who were cremated here. These monuments have striking columns raised on large platforms and are sheltered by arched roofs. View intricately carved 10th-century temple shrines. Later, visit the splendid Bagore Ki Haveli museum and its collection of costumes, musical instruments and marble work. Evening boat cruise on lake Pichola, stop at Jagmandir


Day 17 - Udaipur / Mumbai

In time transfer to airport to board Mumbai flight, assistance by our representative at Mumbai airport and transfer to hotel
Later half day visit of Bollywood city, including Gateway of India, mani Bhawan, Fish market.


Day 18 - Mumbai / Goa

Morning flight to Goa, Goa beaches are considered to be the best beaches in the world. At the end of tour you relax on beach & get tanned yourself.


Day 19 - Goa

Day at leisure


Day 20 - Goa

Day at leisure


Day 21 - Goa / Mumbai / Home Country

Fly to Mumbai to catch home country flight



 

 

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Prices

Price

For customised pricing please contact us.

 

Destination

Standard

Deluxe

Luxury

Nights

Delhi

Bonlon Inn

Ramada Plaza

Le Meridien

02

Amritsar

Hotel Ritz Plaza

Hotel Grand legacy

Ista Amritsar

01

Delhi

Bonlon Inn

Ramada Plaza

Le Meridien

01

Varanasi

Hindustan International

Radisson

Taj –The Ganges

02

Khajuraho

Ramada Hotel

Jass Radisson

Taj Chandela

01

Orcha

Bundelkhand River Side

Amar Mahal

Amar Mahal

01

Agra

Utkarsh Vilas

Mansingh Palace

Mughal Sheraton

01

Ranthambore

The Pugmark

Nahargarh Fort

Oberoi Vanyavilas

02

Jaipur

Mandawa Haveli

Alsisar Mahal

Rajputana Sheraton

02

Bundi

The Ummaid bagh resort

Haveli brij Bhushanji

Haveli brij Bhushanji

01

Udaipur

Vishnupriya

Shikarbadi

Fatehprakash Palace

02

Mumbai

Suba Palace

Hotel  Miraz

Le Meridien

01

Goa

Varca Palm beach resort

Cidade di Goa

The Leela

03

 

Prices include the following: -

  • 20 nights’ accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast, except Ranthambore –is on full board (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
  • Assistance on arrival / departure of Fairy Tale India Representative
  • All transfers from airport to hotel and vice versa, sightseeing, excursions in air-conditioned car
  • Local English speaking guide at each destination
  • Monument entrance fees  
  • Domestic flight – Day05 – Delhi to Varanasi, Day 07 – Varanasi to Khajuraho, Day 17 – Udaipur to Mumbai, day 18 – Mumbai to Goa, Day 21 – Goa to Mumbai
  • All applicable taxes / Domestic

* Luxury Guests will have Luxury Toyota Inova car / Cola & beer in the car throughout the tour

Does Not include: -

  • International flight
  • Fees for video cameras during the sightseeing
  • Personal expenses / Gratuities
  • Everything that was not mentioned as "included services"

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