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Cultural & Wildlife Tour - II

11 Nights / 12 Days

Day : 01 Arrive Delhi
Cultural and Wildlife Tour - IIPM:- Welcome upon your late night arrival and then transfer to hotel



Day : 02 Delhi
AM:- After breakfast leave for full day visit including Humayun’s tomb and witness the beautiful Mughal architecture that shapes in geometrical formats; Qutub Minar- the 72-metres high ancient minaret; India Gate- the triumphant arch and Jama Masjid- the largest mosque in India

PM:- Back to hotel and overnight stay


Day : 03 Delhi - Jhansi (by train: 5 hours)
AM:- After breakfast leave for Jhansi by train.

PM:- Jhansi - Orchha (16 kilometers; 20 minutes drive)Upon arrival Jhansi leave for sightseeing and then proceed to Orchha by surface. Opportunity to visit Jahangir Mahal, Raj Mahal and temple in Orchha; check-in hotel in Orchha and overnight stay


Day : 04 Orchha - Khajuraho (220 kilometers; 5 hours drive)

AM:- After breakfast proceed to Khajuraho

PM:- Check in hotel in Khajuraho and have refreshment. Later visit the Eastern and Western group of temples; overnight stay at hotel


Day : 05 Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh (250 kilometers; 6 hours drive)

AM:- After breakfast proceed to Bandhabgarh.

PM:- Upon arrival check in hotel in Bandhavgarh, relax and stay overnight


Day : 06 Bandhavgarh

AM:- After breakfast leave for full day visit of Bandhavgarh National Park; opportunity for jeep or elephant safari

PM:- Back to hotel and overnight stay


Day : 07 Bandhavgarh - Bhopal (481 kilometers; 10 hours drive)
AM:- After breakfast leave for long drive to Bhopal en route visiting Bhimbetka and Bhojpur

PM:- Upon arrival check in hotel and overnight stay


Day : 08 Bhopal

AM:-After breakfast proceed to Sanchi for a daylong excursion; witness the masterpieces of Buddhist Art, which speaks of the story of Emperor Ashoka becoming follower of Buddhism. Also visit to museum located near by. Later on your way back to Bhopal opportunity to visit few of the monuments like: Taj ul Masjid- the ‘crown of mosques’, an imposing mosque reputed to be one of the largest in India; The ‘chowk” (square)- nerve centre of old walled city, is a crowded bustling place of narrow lanes and tiny shops; Shaukat Mahal- a quaint palace mix of European architectural style, yet compatible in an area dominated by Islamic architecture; Sadar Manzil- the public audience hall of the erstwhile Nawabs of Bhopal; Jami Masjid and Moti Masjid- inspired by Delhi’s famous Jama Masjid, these are important mosques in the city; Bharat Bhavan- a unique institute devoted to the preservation of performing arts and traditional folk culture.

PM:-Opportunity for Boat Ride in Bhopal lake. Stay overnight at hotel


Day : 09 Bhopal - Ujjain (188 Kilometers; 4 hours drive)

AM: After breakfast proceed to Ujjain

PM: Upon arrival Ujjain check in hotel and have refreshment; opportunity to visit few of the places like: Mahakaleshwara Temple- this Lord Shiva temple has lingam, which is one of the 12-Jyotirlingas (believed to be formed by own organs of Lord Shiva) in India; Bade Ganeshji Ka Mandir- that has beautiful sculpted image of Lord Ganesh, also this temple provides opportunity to learn in Sanskrit language and astrology; Bhartrihari Caves- legend says, the great scholar-poet Bhartrihari lived and meditated in these that resides on the banks of river Shipra; Harsiddhi Temple- reconstructed during the Maratha period, special features of Maratha architecture can still be seen on the walls and pillars of the temple; Navagraha Mandir- dedicated to 9-ruling planets (navagraha meaning the 9-planets), it is located on Triveni Ghat of the Shipra River. In the evening experience the spectacular ritual ceremonies at the riverbanks of Shipra. Back to hotel in Ujjain and stay overnight

Day : 10 Ujjain - Mandu (139 kilometers; 2-3 hours drive)

AM: After breakfast proceed to Mandu- known as City of Joy. En-route visit Dhar- an ancient city. Upon arrival check-in hotel on the hills of Malwa region. Opportunity to visit few of the monuments such as: Jami Masjid (mosque)- a huge dome and minaret, which derives its inspiration from the great mosque of Damascus; Hoshang Shah’s Tomb- best example of Afghan architecture in India and probably the first marble edifice; Ashrafi Mahal (palace of gold)- built as a Madrassa (place for Islamic teaching) even today the rooms and cells tell a story of teaching and studying; Jahaz Mahal (ship palace)- built to maintain large Harem (place where the ladies of rulers lived), this palace is in shape of a ship; Hindola Mahal (Swinging palace)- due to the slopes the walls of this palace seems to be swinging; Champa Baoli- an interesting step-well that was a popular hot-weather retreat and featured cool wells and bathrooms; Roopmati’s Pavilion- perfect setting for fairytale romance. It also gives a good view of river Narmada flowing through the Nimar plains. Watching the sunset from these pavilions gives maximum pleasure.

PM: Back to hotel in Mandu and stay overnight


Day : 11 Mandu - Indore (98 kilometers; 2 hours drive)

Cultural and Wildlife Tour - IIAM:After breakfast proceed to Indore; check in hotel and then leave for sight seeing in this bustling and vibrant city of brave Holkar dynasty queen- Ahilyabai. Opportunity to visit monuments in Indore like: Rajwada or Old Palace- is a 200-year old building belonged to the Holkar dynasty, which is a perfect combination of French, Mughal and Maratha architecture; Lalbagh Palace- which was used for holding important functions and celebrations in ancient Holkar dynasty (Monday Closed); Kanch Mandir (Mirror Temple)- also known as Seth Hukamchand Temple has painted walls, ceilings, floor, pillars and doors that are all inlaid with glass depicting some of the stories from Jain scriptures; Chattri Bagh (palace of memorial canopy)- it is characterised by a number of chhatris or memorial canopies dedicated to Holkar rulers and their family members; Bada Ganapati- famous for housing the largest Ganapati (Lord Ganesh) statue in the world. The statue is 8-meters in height from crown to foot.

PM:Indore - Delhi (by overnight train)Assistance in railway transfer on board your overnight train to Delhi


Day : 12 Delhi departure

AM: Assistance in airport transfer on board your flight to onward destination. Henceforth our services terminate and we wish you safe, happy journey back to your home

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Tamil Nadu Religious Tour - I
Entire Route : Chennai- Mahabalipuram- Pondicherry- Trichy- Thanjavur- Madurai- Kanyakumari- Trivandrum


Day : 01 Arrive Chennai
Tamil Nadu Religious Tour - IPM:- On your late night arrival Delhi our representative will meet and greet you at airport and then you will be given assistance in transfer to hotel



Day : 02 Chennai
AM:- After breakfast leave for full day sightseeing including some of the places such as: Fort St. George & St. Mary’s Church- Gandhi Mandapam- Anna Square- Kapaleeswara Temple- Light House- Marina Beach & Aquarium- Parthasarathy Temple- San Thom Cathedral- Valluvar Kottam, Ripon Buildings and War Memorial

PM:-Back to hotel and stay overnight


Day : 03 Chennai - Mahabalipuram (58 kilometers; 1 and ½ hour drive)
AM:- After breakfast proceed to Pondicherry en-route visiting Mahabalipuram.Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (95 kilometers; 2 hours drive) Later proceed to Pondicherry and check in hotel. Opportunity to visit the places like- Aurobindo Ashram and ‘Auroville’- world famous international townships; Botanical Gardens-; Eglise De Sacre Coeur De Jesus-; The Promenade-; Manakula Vinayagar Temple-; Roman Rolland Library-. check in hotel and then later you will have sightseeing of monuments such as - Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Krishna Mandapa, Shore Temple, Mahishasurmardini Cave, Varaha Mandapa and Mandapams;

PM:- Stay overnight at hotel in Pondicherry


Day : 04 Pondicherry - Thanjavur (170 kilometers; 4 hours drive)
AM:- After having your breakfast you will drive to Thanjavur; visit Thanjavur Palace and Fort. Later again proceed to Trichy

PM:- Thanjavur - Trichy (55 kilometers; 1hour drive)Upon arrival check in hotel; later visit famous Brihadeswara temple. Stay overnight at hotel in Trichy


Day : 05 Trichy
AM:- After breakfast leave for a city tour of Trichy including- Jambukeshwara temple, Sri Ranganathaswamy temple and the St. John Church. Tiruchirapalli or Trichy is situated on the banks of river Kaveri is famous for its temples. Also you can make a visit to other monuments such as- Sangeetha Mahal, Saraswati Mahal and Raja Museum.

PM:- Trichy - Madurai (128 kilometers; 3 hours drive)Later you will drive to Madurai. Once you arrive at Madurai you will check in hotel and then have refreshment.Later leave for temple visit including the Meenakshi Temple- one of the most famous temple in south-India, which is situated just 1½-kilometers away from heart of the town. Other places where you can make a visit are- Tirumalai Nayak Palace (2-kilometers from city center), Mariamman Tank, Koodal Alagar Temple, Gandhi Museum and Government Museum (here the visiting time: 1000-1300 hours & 1400-1800 hours. Closed on Wednesdays).


Day 06 : Madurai - Kanyakumari (242 kilometers; 6 hours drive)
AM:- After having breakfast you will leave for Kanyakumari or Cape Camorin.

PM:- Upon arrival check in hotel and refreshment then you can visit the markets and beaches of Cape Camorin. Kanyakumari is the southernmost point of peninsular India. It is the meeting point of three oceans- Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. Besides its importance as a pilgrim centre, it is famous for its beautiful views of sunrise, sunset and moonrise over the waters. Here you must visit Kanyakumari Temple- (only Hindus are allowed inside the inner sanctum), Gandhi Memorial, Vivekananda Memorial and Sunrise-Sunset-Moonrise point.Back to hotel in the evening and then overnight stay


Day : 07 Kanyakumari - Trivandrum (90 kilometers; 2 hours drive)
Tamil Nadu Religious Tour - IAM:- After breakfast you will leave for Trivandrum and then visit the monument of Swami Vivekananda. En-route you can visit Kovalam also.

PM:- Trivandrum departure Assistance in airport transfer on board your flight to onward destination. Henceforth our services conclude and we wish you a very safe, happy and memorable journey back home.

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Tamil Nadu Religious Tour - II

9 Nights / 10 Days Entire Route : Chennai- Pondicherry- Chidambaram- Trichy- Thanjavur- Madurai- Kanyakumari- Trivandrum


Day : 01 Arrive Chennai
Tamil Nadu Religious Tour - IIPM:- Welcome on arrival and then transfer to hotel



Day : 02 Chennai
AM:- After breakfast leave for full day sightseeing including some of the places like: Fort St. George & St. Mary’s Church, Gandhi Mandapam, Anna Square, Kapaleeswara Temple, Light House, Marina Beach & Aquarium, Parthasarathy Temple, San Thom Cathedral, Snake Park, Theosophical Society, Valluvar Kottam, Ripon Buildings and War Memorial Fort Museum and Govt. Museum & Art Gallery.

PM:- Back to hotel and stay overnight


Day : 03 Chennai- Kanchipuram (71 kilometers; 1 and ½ hour drive)
AM:- After breakfast you will leave for Kanchipuram. Have Darshan (holy visit to temple) at Chitragupta Temple, Ekambeshwara Temple and then you can do some shopping if you are interested in having idols or spiritual items. Kanchipuram is also a well-known centre of the finest silk sarees made in the country. Later you can have darshan at Kailasanatha Temple.

PM:- Kanchipuram- Pondicherry (113 kilometers; 2 and ½ hour drive)Proceed to Pondicherry; check in hotel and stay overnight


Day : 04 Pondicherry- Chidambaram (68 kilometers; 1 and ½ hour drive)
AM:- After breakfast visit famous Aurobindo ashram and the city. Later proceed to Chidambaram; have Darshan (holy visit) at Nataraja Temple. Chidambaram is one of the foremost Saivite shrines; the very name Kovil refers to Chidambaram, where Natarajar is enshrined in the ChitSabha or the Hall of Consciousness. Have Darshan at Sivakami Amman Temple.

PM:- Stay overnight at hotel in Chidambaram


Day : 05 Chidambaram - Thajavur (113 kilometers; 2 and ½ hour drive)
AM:- After breakfast proceed to Thanjavur; enroute visit Navagraha Temple around Kumbakonam. Have Darshan (holy visit) at Swamimalai, the fourth among the six padai veedu or sacred shrines dedicated to Lord Muruga.

PM:- Stay overnight at hotel in Thanjavur


Day 06 : Thajavur- Trichy (55 kilometers; 1 hour drive)
AM:- After breakfast leave for city tour of Thanjavur including Thanjavur Palace and Fort. Later proceed to Trichy. Have Darshan (holy visit) at Rockford, Jambukaeshwar and at Srirangam Temple. This is the foremost of the 108 shrines glorified by the Alwars. It is the one of the greatest centers of the Sri Vaishnava religion and among the most visited pilgrimage centers in India. Also you can make visit to Trichy including the world famous Brihadeswara temple, Sangeetha Mahal, Saraswati Mahal, Raja Museum and Schwarz Church.

PM:- Stay overnight at hotel in Trichy


Day : 07 Trichy- Rameshwaram (228 kilometers; 5 hours drive)
AM:- After breakfast leave for city tour of Trichy. This time you will visit several places such as the Rock cut temple, Sri Ranganathaswamy temple and the St. John Church. Tiruchirapalli or Trichy is situated on the banks of river Kaveri is famous for its temples. Later you will proceed to Rameshwaram

PM:-Upon arrival you will check in hotel. Later you will visit the sacred island town of Rameswaram at the extreme southeastern limit of the Indian Peninsula that has one of India’s most venerated temple- Rameshwaram temple (one of the 12-Jyotirlinga; said to be formed by the own organ of Lord Shiva). A fine example of South Indian architecture, the temple is renowned for its many pillared corridors, about 1220 meters in length.Overnight stay at hotel


Day : 08 Rameshwaram- Madurai (167 kilometers; 4 hours drive)

AM:-Upon arrival you will check in hotel. Later you will make visit to The Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple (twin temples), which is one of the biggest temples in India. Also you will make a city tour of Madurai including - Tirumalai Nayak Palace (2-kilometers from city center), Mariamman Tank, Koodal Alagar Temple, Gandhi Museum and Government Museum (here the visiting time: 1000-1300 hours & 1400-1800 hours. Closed on Wednesdays).Overnight stay at hotel

PM:- After having your breakfast in the morning you will proceed to Madurai.

Day : 09 Madurai- Kanyakumari (242 kilometers; 6 hours drive)

Tamil Nadu Religious Tour - IIAM:- After having your breakfast you will proceed to Kanyakumari. Located at the Southern most part of India, Kanyakumari is a place at the confluence of the Indian Ocean, the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea. Witness the setting sun and the rising moon simultaneously over three oceans.

PM:- Overnight stay at hotel


Day : 10 Kanyakumari- Trivandrum (90 kilometers; 2 hours drive)

AM:- Early morning witness the sunrise and then you will come back to hotel for breakfast. Later visit The Vivekananda Rock Memorial, built on a huge rock off the shore off Kanyakumari, marks the spot where Swami Vivekananda. Have Darshan at Suchindram Temple and Kanya Devi Temple. Thereafter proceed to Trivandrum and enroute you can make a visit of Padmanabha Swamy temple. Trivandrum departure

PM:- Assistance in airport transfer on board your flight to onward destination. Henceforth our services conclude and we wish you a safe, happy and memorable journey back home.

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