Palaces and Beaches Trail

Tour Code: #106

16 Days / 15 Nights


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Itinerary Highlights

Day 1 Arrive Delhi

Welcome to India.Arrive at Delhi airport. You will be greeted at the Airport and transferred to hotel in chauffeur driven vehicle. Check in at the hotel and overnight stay at your hotel in Delhi

Day 2 Delhi - Delhi City Tour and Rickshaw ride in Chandani Chowk

Today embark on a fascinating tour of the bustling city of Delhi. Drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament Buildings and President House. Then visit Qutab Minar, built in 1193 A.D. It is a striking medieval tower of victory of Persian architecture style. Next stop is Humayun’s Tomb. Afternoon, drive to Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Then visit Old Delhi that includes visit to Red Fort. Enjoy a rickshaw ride along the alleys of ancient bazaar of Chandni Chowk with stop at Jama masjid, the largest mosque in Asia. Return to hotel. Overnight stay at your hotel in Delhi Meal: Breakfast Note: Delhi sightseeing and shopping is closed on Mondays

Day 3 Delhi – Agra (Approximately 200 kms ; 4 hours by road)

This morning drive to Agra which was once the capital of Mughal India and centre of great power and glory. Visit the enchanting "Taj Mahal", the monument of love immortalized in marble and the highlight of any journey to India. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his Queen Mumtaj. Also visit Agra Fort, a massive 16th century sandstone and Sikandara, where lies the Tomb of the Emperor "Akbar the Great" Overnight stay at your hotel in Agra Meal: Breakfast Note : Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays

Day 4 Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur

After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Stop en route and visit Fatehpur Sikri. Abandoned due to lack of water supply, it remains an exceptional example of Mughal splendor. Proceed to Jaipur and check in at the hotel. Jaipur city was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1727. It is a magnificent planned city built of nose-pink colored stones that is why it is also called as "Pink City”. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at your hotel in Jaipur Meal: Breakfast

Day 5 Jaipur – Elephant ride to Amber fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar

Today visit Amer Fort. Ascend by painted elephant up to fort with its huge gateways and pillared pavilions. The fort was originally built by Raja Mansingh and is one of the finest examples of Rajput Architecture. Afternoon enjoy a city tour of Jaipur visiting the ornate Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds) which is five stories high and is decorated with delicate screens carved from stone which allowed royal ladies to view the city and bazaar from there without being seen. City Palace - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum. Also visit Jantar Mantar, magnificent stone observatory built in 1728. This is still equipped with immense brick and mortar instrument including a very accurate 90 feet sundial. You have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the bazaars of Jaipur. Jaipur is a city of vibrant colours and markets (bazaars) of Jaipur verify this fact. Jaipur is the perfect place to shop for Handicrafts, antiques, jewellery, gems, pottery, carpets, textiles, metalwork and leatherwear. Overnight stay at your hotel in Jaipur Meal: Breakfast

Day 6 Jaipur – Pushkar (Approximately 150 kms, 3 hours by road)

Today drive to Pushkar. Pushkar which lies on the edge of a small and beautiful lake in Eastern Rajasthan, a city of 500 temples and 52 bathing ghats. Visit the only Brahma Temple and Pushkar lake. Pushkar Fair is world famous for camel festival is held around November every year. Overnight stay at your hotel in Pushkar Meal: Breakfast

Day 7 Pushkar - Jodhpur (Approximately 220 kms, 5 hours by road)

Drive to Jodhpur - Gateway to the Thar desert. On arrival check in at hotel. You have the rest of the afternoon at leisure to visit local bazaar of Jodhpur for bargain hunting. Overnight stay at your hotel in Jodhpur Meal: Breakfast

Day 8 Jodhpur – Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada

This morning enjoy a tour of the 'Blue City' of Jodhpur. Witness the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, built in 1457 and which towers 400 feet above the city and is considered the most magnificent fort in Rajasthan. It was the toughest fort to conquer in whole Rajasthan. Later visit the elegant and intricately carved memorial Jaswant Thada. Overnight stay at your hotel in Jodhpur Meal: Breakfast

Day 9 Jodhpur – Ranakhpur – Udaipur

This morning after breakfast, leave for Udaipur. Stop en route and visit Ranakpur. Here are 15th century Jain Temples known for outstanding sculptures. It has 1444 pillars and none of them is alike. Finally arrive at Udaipur, which is also called “City of Lakes”, due to its location on the banks of Lake Pichola. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at your hotel in Udaipur Meal: Breakfast

Day 10 Udaipur – City Tour

In the morning enjoy a city tour of Udaipur visiting City Palace which has gorgeous rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, inlaid marble balconies and the peacock courtyard. Also visit Jagdish temple and lovely Saheliyon Ki Bari gardens. The afternoon is at leisure and the final evening of the tour is spent on a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at your hotel in Udaipur Meal: Breakfast

Day 11 Udaipur – Mumbai – Goa (By flight – 3 hours)

This morning transfer to Udaipur airport to catch flight for Mumbai and then connecting flight to Goa ( there is no direct flight from Udaipur to Goa ). Arrival at Goa and transfer to resort. Rest of the day is free to relax on beach. Overnight stay at your resort in Goa Meal: Breakfast,Dinner

Day 12 Goa – Leisure

You have the entire day at leisure to relax on the beaches of Goa. Overnight stay at your resort in Goa Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13 Goa – Leisure

You have the entire day at leisure to relax on the beaches of Goa. Overnight stay at your resort in Goa Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 14 Goa – Mumbai (Approximately 1.30 hours by flight)

Transfer to Goa airport to board your flight to Mumbai. Arrive at Mumbai airport and transfer to your hotel .Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at your hotel in Mumbai Meal: Breakfast

Day 15 Mumbai – city tour

Day begins with a city tour of Mumbai which includes some of the many buildings constructed during the British period in Indo-Saracenic style. Enjoy a photo stop at the Gateway of India memorial which overlooks the Arabian Sea. Prince of Wales Museum, which is located in a beautiful heritage building, which was built to honor the visit of King George V to India in the early 20th Century. Continuing along Marine Drive , later you will also visit to Mani Bhavan, which was once Mahatma Gandhi’s Mumbai residence. During the afternoon of your second day in Mumbai is free for independent exploration, perhaps perusing the stalls at the numerous street markets. Overnight stay at your hotel in Mumbai

Day 16 Mumbai – Departure to Hometown

After a leisurely breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight Meal: Breakfast Holiday Concludes! Let’s stay in touch on Facebook/email and meet again on another memorable Holiday. See you soon!

Inclusions

  • 15 nights hotel accommodation as per the itinerary at suggested or similar category hotels
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Transfers and Sightseeing as per the itinerary in an air conditioned vehicle
  • Return airport transfers on shared basis in Goa only
  • Entrances to sightseeing places as per itinerary above
  • Services of a English speaking guide for sightseeing as per itinerary

Exclusions

  • International/Domestic Airfare & Railway Fare
  • Any other meals than those mentioned above
  • Additional Surcharges applicable during Diwali, Christmas, New Year, Fairs and Festivals
  • Any optional tours, excursions, supplement costs, services and activities not mentioned in the itinerary inclusions
  • Any items of personal nature like tips to guides & drivers, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), and food and drink which is not part of set menu
  • Any extra cost incurred on behalf of any individual due to illness, accident , hospitalization or any personal emergency
  • GST 3.09% (Government Tax) on total package cost

Remarks

    Notes:
  • The above price is valid for travel from 01st October 2014 – 31st March 2015
  • Additional surcharges applicable during Diwali, Christmas, New Year, Fairs and Festivals. Compulsory gala dinner and peak season surcharges applicable for stays on 24th Dec (Xmas) and 31 st Dec ( New Year Eve)
  • The vehicle is not at disposal. Additional charges to be paid for extra usage or sightseeing. Kindly note that drivers are not guides
  • It is mandatory to carry personal identification like passport for Air Travel and Hotels for security reason
  • Hotel check 12:00 hrs and checkout would be 10:00hrs. Early check in and late check – out subject to availability and incur additional cost
  • Itinerary is subject to change. If the above hotels are not available similar category hotels are used,as hotel rooms are subject to availability
  • All arrangements made by us are in the capacity of a ground handling agent only. We will not be liable for claims or expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control such as accidents, injuries delayed or cancelled flights & acts or forces of nature

Cancellation Policy

If the Guest decides to cancel the tour for any reason whatsoever then s/he shall give a written application to the Company within specified time limit along with original receipt issued by the Company. Such cancellation will attract cancellation charges stated hereunder.

  • Cancellation charges will be calculated on gross tour cost and the cancellation charges shall depend on date of departure and date of cancellation.
  • Cancellation charges for any type of transport ticket are applicable as per the rules of the concerned authority.
  • Air tickets issued on special fares are NON REFUNDABLE and Guest shall bear cancellation charges.
  • Any refund payable to the Guest will be paid after the Company receives refund from the respective authorities. The Company deducts processing charges from the refund to be paid to the Guest.

Percentage of cancellation charges per person.

No of days prior to departure India World
More than 60 days 5% or Rs.1000/-whichever is more Registration amount
60 to 46 days 15% 15%
45 to 31 days 25% 25%
30 to 15 days 50% 50%
14 to 4 days 60% 60%
3 to 1 day 80% 80%
On the day/on tour 100% 100%

Note: Charges are levied on the gross tour price and not the discounted price.

For Indian tours, cancellation charges do not include air ticket cancellation and they will be levied separately.