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The Tour Package Heart of India Heritage starts with the metropolitan city of Delhi and then passes on to majestic Tajmahal. You will visit grandeur of Gwalior and eroticism of Khajuraho in this state and also the abode of buddism Sanchi Stupa during this tour. You will be mesmerized when you visit town of romance, Mandu so it is like feast for eyes and experience that is immortal. |
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Day 01 : Delhi |
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After arriving in Delhi, you will be greeted & received by our tour guide, who will assists and escort you to a waiting coach/cab and get you checked in to your decided hotel.
After lunch, we will embark on visit to Delhi's monuments starting with Qutub Minar followed by Lotus temple & Akshardham.
Overnight stay will be in hotel at Delhi. |
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02 : Delhi sightseeing |
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After breakfast, we will visit the magnificent Humayun's Tomb, then visit India Gate, The President House, & Parliament house. After lunch, we will visit Rajghat to see the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, drive straight to Old Delhi, to experience a rickshaw ride thru the old bazaars of Dariba Kalan & Chandani Chowk. Evening is at Red Fort where beside the interiors of the fort, a 'light and sound show', is very entertaining.
Overnight stay will be in hotel at Delhi. |
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03 :Delhi – Agra (224 Km, 5 hrs) |
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After breakfast, we drive to Agra enroute visiting Sikandara Fort. Arrive in Agra, check into hotel & after lunch, we visit the TAJ MAHAL to view its famous sunset with Taj.
Overnight stay will be in the hotel at Agra. |
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04 : Agra – Gwalior (120 km, 3 hrs) |
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In morning, we drive to Gwalior, check in to hotel; start with sightseeing of Gwalior with the magnificent "Gwalior Fort" - a splendid citadel that is the finest structures of India. Later visit the splendid Mahals like Gujari Mahal, Man Mandir Palace & Saas Bahu Temples in which one can view the extreme form of architecture that is brought to use to build these marvelous Mahals (palaces). Lastly drive to the tomb of Mia Tansen one of the greatest Indian Classical singer ever.
Overnight will be at the Hotel. |
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05 : Gwalior – Datia –Orchha (108 km, 3 hrs) |
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After early breakfast, we will drive to Datia (2 hrs) enjoying rural arena of this region. There are more than 100 temples that are located in this place of which the most fascinating monument is seven- storied palace of Raja Bir Singh Deo, finest examples of Bundela architecture. You can also see the signs & signature of Queen of Jhansi in her splendid fort which depicts an extreme combination of the Moghul and the Rajput architecture.
Later, we will drive to Orchha (20 km drive) to reach by evening.
On arrival, check into hotel for the overnight stay in Orchha. |
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06 : Orchha |
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After breakfast, trail of Orchha starts with royal citadels like Jahangir Mahal, the splendid gateway which leads to an interior courtyard surrounded by grand halls covered with profuse carvings on stone, heavily fashioned brackets, piers, and crossbeam, "Raja Mahal" will give a reflection of old grandiose, Rai Praveen Mahal that is resplendent with scenes of Nritya Mudra - poses and postures of Indian dance, temples of Orchha like the Laxmi Narayan Temple and the Chatturbhuj Temple. These temples have beautiful mural decorations that are the Orchha style of painting. Having seen these temples we return back to the hotel for the night's rest. |
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07: Orchha – Khajuraho (170 km, 5 hrs) |
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After early breakfast, we drive to Khajuraho, the city of temples. On arrival, check-in to hotel, later afternoon leave for our first view of temples in Southern side, with a view to complete the whole lot of temples (22 in total) the next day. Evening one can enjoy the cultural program by local artists at Kandariya (seasonal) or spend evening leisurely.
Overnight stay will be in hotel at Khajuraho. |
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08: Khajuraho |
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Today's sightseeing of Khajuraho with eastern temples, built in the 10th and 11th century, whose internal and external walls are embellished with exquisite stone carvings which portray every moods of life, from the erotic to the divine, from apparent to sublime.
As you walk into this temples, you are instantly taken over by a sense of eroticism which the temples walls and sculptors constantly in a continuing phenomenon display this eroticism prevalent among humans during those times. Every loop and every corner speaks loud of this fascinating trait. Sculptors in temples like Parsavanatha, Laxamana, Duladeo, Chanukah Yogini, and Kandariya Mahadeo are prominent.
Overnight stay will be in hotel at Khajuraho. |
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9: Khajuraho – Bhopal (360 km, 9 hrs) |
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Its early departure for Sanchi in the morning. We will drive on NH 86 toward Bhopal via Sagar (for lunch break) to later in the evening. On arrival, check in at hotel and rest of the day will at your leisure. Overnight stay will be in hotel at Bhopal. |
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10: Bhopal – Sanchi (46 km, 1 hr) – Bhopal |
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Today, we will drive to Sanchi; A world heritage site by the UNESCO. Sanchi is a Buddhist treasure house. This Buddhist is shrine located on a plateau of the Vindhya Mountains, built by the emperor Ashoka himself. There is a monolithic hemispherical dome stands that gives this stupa the dimension of 36.5 m and the height of 16.4 m (excluding the umbrella and railings). Some ringed stupa & the Stupa No. 2, which stand at the edge of the hill. Notice the hand rail that encircles it. This divine structure was added in the late 2nd century BC by the Shungas rulers. The Stupa No. 3, has the mortal remains of the two disciples of Buddha, Sariputta, and Mahamogallena.
Then, visit the alpine Asoka Pillar, standing close to the southern gateway of the great stupa. An example of the Greco-Buddhist style of architecture, this pillar is known for its aesthetic proportions and exquisite carvings.
Return back to Bhopal in evening.
Back in Bhopal we'll visit Taj - Ul - Masjid, largest mosque of Asia, Moti Masjid, and Jama Masjid. Notice the much acclaimed interiors and archaeological features of the mosque. Enjoy the royal grandeur by visiting the various Haveli and palaces that were earlier the home of the begums of Bhopal. Shaukat Mahal and Sadar Manzil in Bhopal are an example of the European style of architecture. |
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11: Bhopal – Mandu (270 km, 7 hrs) |
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Today after early breakfast, we will leave for Mandu via Dewas & Indore. We will halt at Indore for our lunch. On arrival, check in at hotel and afternoon at leisure.
In evening, we will visit the Rewa Kund which is also described as the site of legendary romance. This beautifully seeped poetry of the lovers goes beyond the heights of delightedness and benevolence. The most exclusive highlight of this palace is the spacious open court halls and rooms on the four sides and two baradaris offering a lovely view of the countryside, to the south end of the terrace of the palace. The most noteworthy palace of this group is the Pavilion of Rani Roopmati. Enjoy the sunset from this point as it is truly sensational. Return back to hotel for overnight stay. |
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12: Mandu |
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Today after breakfast, we again set out for romance of Mandu. We see the royal legacy of Mandu, Jahaz Mahal also called the Ship palace. It's a 120 m long two storied palace interpolated between the two artificial lakes of Munj Talao and Kapur Talao, "Swinging Palace" which is known as Hindola Mahal, this was the audience hall of Ghiyas-ud-din. Groundbreaking techniques involved in the construction. Champa Baoli is a step well known for its cool wells and bathrooms, hot weather retreat & smelt of the fragrant Champa flower.
After lunch, we will see the mammoth Hathi ka Pol (Elephant gate), at the entryway which is fringed by the presence of two elephants. Taveli Haveli, which served as the guard house and stable in earlier times and now has been converted into an archaeological museum. Today, it is renowned for the historical remains that were excavated from this site. Return back to hotel for dinner and overnight stay. |
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13: Mandu – Indore (80 km, 2 hrs) - Onward Destination |
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Today, we will drive to Ahilyabai Holkar Airport of Indore. We will board flight to Mumbai. From Mumbai, you can catch flight to your onward destination. |
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