Overview
Rajasthan is one of the most mesmerizing tourist destinations in India. The state comprises of beautifully built forts, palaces, temples, and wildlife. All this put together gives an excellent insight into the culture and heritage of India. Traveling in Rajasthan and other tourist places including Varanasi and Kathmandu through ‘Rajasthan Tour With Temple, Ganges & Kathmandu Tour’ by Grand Travel Planner will give the travelers an all-inclusive idea of the rich background, a clear view of social values and the structural grace of India and other places.
Kathmandu is a very attractive and peaceful with quite a few eye-catching places and temples like Swayambhunath temple, and Boudhanath temple.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 - Arrive Delhi
On day 1, you would be arriving at Delhi airport, where after clearing immigration and customs, you would be received and welcomed by Grand Travel Planner’s representative and then you will be transferred to your designated hotel for check-in.
Day 02 - Delhi Exploration
In the morning after breakfast, you would be having a Delhi sightseeing tour. Delhi is the most interesting, modern and cultured city with an incredible combination of different cultures and histories, especially Mughals. Here you will get to see Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, India Gate, and more. You would return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 03 - Delhi to Udaipur by air
After having a healthy breakfast, you would be taken to the airport to board the flight for Udaipur. On your arrival, our representative would be there to greet you and take you to your designated hotel.
Day 04 -Udaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast, you would be taken to visit Udaipur City. Udaipur is also known as the City of Lakes and it is the top tourist city of Rajasthan. It is encircled by the striking Aravalli Hills, which makes it a very attractive destination. This city has a profusion of natural magnificence, fascinating temples, and breathtaking architecture. While sightseeing, you will get to see City Palace Museum, Jagdish Temple, Sahelion Ki Bari with fountains and sculptures, Eklingji Temple, a temple in Nagda, and Nathdwara temple, and more.
Day 05 - Udaipur to Ranakpur to Jodhpur by Road
Next day, after breakfast, you would be driven to Jodhpur and on the way, you would get to visit Ranakpur temples. Ranakpur Jain Temple was erected during the rule of the open-minded and skilled Rajput ruler Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. The temple has more than 1440 pillars, and every one of them has different carvings. The temple is dedicated to Lord Adinath. Arriving at Jodhpur, you would be transferred to your hotel. Later, you would be taken to visit Jodhpur, where you would get to see the famous Mehrangarh Fort, overlooking the city with a beautiful view. The fort has many palaces and variety of miniature paintings and cradle room. Afterward, you would also be taken to visit Jaswant Thada Memorial and Umaid Bhawan Palace .
Day 06 - Jodhpur to Jaipur by Road
In the morning, after a delicious breakfast, you would be leaving for Jaipur. Arriving in Jaipur, you would be transferred to your designated hotel. In the afternoon, you would be visiting the Pink City of Jaipur. Jaipur is the largest city of Rajasthan and it is known for its magnificence and effervescence. The city was established in 1727 by Jai Singh II, and it is the first planned city of India. Jaipur is rich in culture and architecture. It has impressive fortresses, splendid palaces, serene temples, and striking havelis. In Jaipur, you would get to see the City Palace Museum. The museum shows a combination of traditional Mughal and Rajasthani artwork with the assortment of fine clothes of the royal family, floor covering, old weaponry, and many other things of a long-gone era of Rajput rulers. You will also get to visit amazing historical monuments like Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, Jantar Mantar, and shopping areas for the local arts and crafts of the city .
Day 07 - Jaipur to Fatehpur Sikri to Agra by Road
In the morning, after breakfast, you would be visiting Amer Fort. This hilltop fortress was the former capital of the royal Rajputs. It is a great fusion of Rajasthani and Islamic architecture. You can go up to the hill on an elephant like a royalty. In the afternoon, you would be driven to Agra. On the way, there would be a stoppage where you would get to visit Fatehpur Sikri. It was built by Mughal Emperor, Akbar in 1571. It has monuments like Tomb of Salim Chisti, Jama Masjid, Buland Darwaza, Jodha Bai Palace, and more. After that, you would be leaving for Agra, and arriving there you would be transferred to hotel for check-in and overnight stay .
Day 08 - Agra Sightseeing
After having a delicious and healthy breakfast, you would be visiting Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s or Baby Taj. Next, you would be visiting Agra Fort, the seat of Mughal rule and administration. You can visit its Hall of Public Audience and Royal Pavilions. You can also enjoy Tonga Ride or Tuk Tuk ride in the city. In the evening, you would get an opportunity to witness the charm of the ultimate symbol of eternal love and Mughal accomplishment, Taj Mahal. Visiting Taj Mahal at Sunset will give you a stunning view, perfect for photography. A dream-like vision of white marble, Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan, who built this magnificent monument to honor the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal is also one of the Seven Wonders of the World. .
Day 09 - Agra to Jhansi to Khajuraho by Shatabdi Express
In the morning, after breakfast, you would be leaving for the railway station in time to board the train for Jhansi. Arriving at Jhansi, you would be greeted by our representative, who will then transfer you to Khajuraho by road. where on arrival, you would be transferred to the hotel and rest of the day, you would be free to relax. In Night See Light and Sound Show !!!
Day 10 -Khajuraho to Varanasi by air
In the morning, after breakfast, you would get to visit the western group of temples of Khajuraho such as the Chausath Yogini temple, dedicated to Goddess Kali and the Kandariya Mahadev Temple. The Chitragupta temple is dedicated to God Surya (Sun). You will also get to visit other momentous temples like Vishwanath and Nandi Temples, Lakshmana Temple and the Visha Temple. In the afternoon, you would be transferred to the airport to board the flight for Varanasi. On your arrival at Varanasi, you would be welcomed by our representative, who will then take you to your hotel.
Later on, you would be taken to sightsee Sarnath. Lord Buddha came to Sarnath to preach his sermon after he attained enlightenment at Bodhgaya. Sarnath was also a prominent school of learning from the 6th century B.C to 12th century A.D. in the evening; you can visit Ghats to see the great Aarti Ceremony .
Day 11 - Varanasi Excursion and Moving From Varanasi to Delhi
In the morning, you would be taken for a boating trip on the holy river Ganges to see the bathing Ghats and other religious sites. After that, you will return to the hotel for breakfast and then you would be visiting other attractions in the city. You would be visiting the Bharat Mata Temple, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Mandir, Banaras Hindu University with an Art Gallery, and the Alamgir Mosque of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. In the afternoon, you would be transferred to the airport to board the flight for Delhi. On your arrival there, you would be transferred to your hotel .
Day 12 - Delhi to Kathmandu by Air
You would board the flight for Kathmandu, where you would be received by Grand Travel Planner’s representative and then you will be transferred to your hotel. After some relaxation and refreshment, you would be visiting Hanuman Dhoka, a complex of residential quarters and temples in the Durbar Square of central Kathmandu. Then, you would be visiting Swayambhunath and Swayambhunath Stupa a.ka. Monkey Temple, a 2500 years old site. You would return to the hotel for overnight stay .
Day 13 - Kathmandu to Nagarkot by Road
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, Half days sightseeing – Changu Narayan Temple and Bhaktapur. Later on, you would be driven to Nagarkot and on arriving there, you would be transferred to your hotel. Nagarkot offers you an enchanting view of the Mount Everest and many other snow-filled mountain peaks of the Himalaa. You would be visiting Indravati River Valley, which is located to the east of Nagarkot and it offers a great view of the valley. Also, enjoy the sunset time in the evening .
Day 14 - Nagarkot to Kathmandu by Road and From Kathmandu to Delhi by Air
In the morning, you can enjoy the sunrise and excellent view of the snowy mountains from your hotel in Nagarkot. After breakfast, you would be driven to Kathmandu, and from there you would be taken to the airport to board the flight for Delhi. On your arrival in Delhi, you would be transferred to International Airport to board your flight for onward journey. Hopefully, you will create some great memories on this tour and it would be like a lifetime experience for you.
