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Ancient Caves, Forts, Taj & Temples Expedition
Product code 135633P176
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From USD 2,177
Dates
Apr 1, 2023 to Sep 20, 2027
Travelers
Infant ages 0-4, Child ages 5-10, Adult ages 11-99
Options
Price with 3 star hotels, Tour Price Without Hotels, Price with 4 star hotels, Price with 5 star hotels
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Duration
336 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant Then Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
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Ancient Caves, Forts, Taj & Temples Expedition





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Duration
336 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant Then Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
Why Travelers Love This
Embark on a captivating journey with our "Ancient Caves, Forts, Taj & Temples Expedition" tour, delving into the rich tapestry of India's cultural and historical wonders. Begin your exploration in the vibrant city of Mumbai, where the bustling markets and iconic landmarks set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. Traverse to Aurangabad to marvel at the rock-cut wonders of Ellora and Ajanta Caves, showcasing ancient Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain artistry. Fly to Delhi and then to the Pink City of Jaipur, where the majestic forts and palaces narrate tales of royal grandeur. Witness the eternal beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise in Agra and continue your journey to Orchha, Khajuraho, and Varanasi, each brimming with architectural marvels and spiritual resonance. Conclude your odyssey in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai or the historic charm of Delhi, enriched with memories of a diverse and enchanting India.
Overview
Embark on a captivating journey with our "Ancient Caves, Forts, Taj & Temples Expedition" tour, delving into the rich tapestry of India's cultural and historical wonders. Begin your exploration in the vibrant city of Mumbai, where the bustling markets and iconic landmarks set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. Traverse to Aurangabad to marvel at the rock-cut wonders of Ellora and Ajanta Caves, showcasing ancient Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain artistry. Fly to Delhi and then to the Pink City of Jaipur, where the majestic forts and palaces narrate tales of royal grandeur. Witness the eternal beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise in Agra and continue your journey to Orchha, Khajuraho, and Varanasi, each brimming with architectural marvels and spiritual resonance. Conclude your odyssey in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai or the historic charm of Delhi, enriched with memories of a diverse and enchanting India.
What's Included
Included
Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
13 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
Government taxes.
Bottled drinking water in the car.
Breakfast
Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
Not included
Any flight ticket.
Camera charges at monuments if any.
Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
Gratuities and optional activities.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Mumbai
Mumbai
On arrival at Mumbai airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel (hotels check in time 1200hr afternoon, early check in subject to rooms availability). Rest time free for personal activities relax.
Mumbai
2 hoursAdmission included
Mumbai
Breakfast at hotel. Excursion to Elephanta Island located 10kms away from the Gateway of India. Motorboats take passengers from Gateway of India to Elephanta Island. These caves house rock cut temples dating back to the 5th century BC.
Mumbai
2 hoursAdmission included
Mumbai
Later Mumbai city tour. Visit the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (museum). Marine Drive which runs along the shoreline, starting at Nariman Point and up to Malabar Hill. Hanging Gardens laid out in 1881 these formally laid out gardens have a notable collection of hedges shaped like animals.
Mumbai - Aurangabad (flight)
Mumbai - Aurangabad (flight)
Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Aurangabad.
Mumbai - Aurangabad (flight)
2 hoursAdmission included
Mumbai - Aurangabad (flight)
On arrival at Aurangabad airport assistance and transfer to hotel. Later city tour visit the Aurangabad Caves, which are artificial caves that were dug out of soft rock during the 6th and 7th century. Then, visit the Bibi Ka Maqbara - the burial place of Aurangzeb's first wife. Also visit a small archeological museum nearby.
Aurangabad - Ajanta - Aurangabad (104kms/ 2hrs approx one way)
4 hoursAdmission included
Aurangabad - Ajanta - Aurangabad (104kms/ 2hrs approx one way)
Breakfast at hotel.Full day excursion to Ajanta Caves (Monday closed). The Buddhist Caves of Ajanta were discovered by the British officers in 1819 while tiger hunting. Ajanta Caves were first mentioned in the writings of the Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang who visited India between A.D 629 and 645. The Caves at Ajanta are older than those at Ellora , which date from about 200 B.C to 650 A.D. Thirty beautiful Buddhist Caves with mesmerizing sculptures and paintings depicting Buddha's life as well the lives of the Buddha in his previous births. Five of these Caves are Chaityas (Place of worship) while the other twenty-five are Viharas (monasteries). Ajanta Caves are divided in two categories based on two schools of Buddhist thought - Hinayana Caves and Mahayana Caves.
Aurangabad - Delhi (flight)
1 hourAdmission included
Aurangabad - Delhi (flight)
Breakfast at hotel.Excursion to visit the Ellora Caves (Tuesday closed), a UNESCO World Heritage Site from about 200 B.C. to 650 A.D. There are a total of 34 monasteries and temples at Ellora, belonging to the three different religions, namely - Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism.
Aurangabad - Delhi (flight)
1 hourAdmission included
Aurangabad - Delhi (flight)
Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines mentioned in the Shiva Purana. The temple is an important pilgrimage site in Shaivism tradition of Hinduism, which considers it as the last or twelfth Jyotirlinga (linga of light).
Aurangabad - Delhi (flight)
1 hourAdmission included
Aurangabad - Delhi (flight)
On way back visit Daulatabad Fort one of the most powerful forts of the medieval Deccan. The defence system that made Daulatabad virtually impregnable comprises fortifications with double and even triple rows of massive walls.
Aurangabad - Delhi (flight)
Aurangabad - Delhi (flight)
Later transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi. On arrival at Delhi airport assistance and transfer to hotel check in & overnight at hotel.
Delhi – Jaipur (265kms/ 5hrs approx)
4 hoursAdmission included
Delhi – Jaipur (265kms/ 5hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel followed by city tour of Delhi, visiting landmark of Old Delhi which include Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk.
Delhi – Jaipur (265kms/ 5hrs approx)
3 hoursAdmission included
Delhi – Jaipur (265kms/ 5hrs approx)
Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate.
Delhi – Jaipur (265kms/ 5hrs approx)
Delhi – Jaipur (265kms/ 5hrs approx)
Later afternoon drive to Jaipur check in & overnight at hotel.
Jaipur
2 hoursAdmission included
Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel. Visit the majestic Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort. Enjoy Jeep ride at Amber Fort.
Jaipur
2 hoursAdmission included
Jaipur
Later city tour visiting City Palace, Observatory, Palace of Winds, Albert Hall Museum and Birla Temple.
Jaipur
2 hours
Jaipur
Evening visit the colorful bazaars. As per your interest wrap up your day by watching Bollywood movie at the opulent Rajmandir Cinema.
Jaipur – Agra (245kms/ 5hrs approx)
2 hours
Jaipur – Agra (245kms/ 5hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel drive to Agra enroute visit Abhaneri a small village popular for the amazing step wells and Temple. Also visit Fatehpur Sikri the 16th century ghost town. Further drive to Agra check in & overnight at hotel.
Agra – Orchha (220kms/ 5hrs approx)
4 hoursAdmission included
Agra – Orchha (220kms/ 5hrs approx)
Sunrise visit Taj Mahal. Breakfast at hotel visit Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb.
Agra – Orchha (220kms/ 5hrs approx)
2 hoursAdmission included
Agra – Orchha (220kms/ 5hrs approx)
Drive to Orchha enroute visit Gwalior Fort.Continue drive to Orchha check in & overnight at hotel.
Orchha – Khajuraho (178kms/ 4hrs approx)
1 hourAdmission included
Orchha – Khajuraho (178kms/ 4hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel. Visit wonderful Orchha Fort, Temples and graceful Chhatris.
Orchha – Khajuraho (178kms/ 4hrs approx)
Orchha – Khajuraho (178kms/ 4hrs approx)
Afternoon drive to Khajuraho check in at hotel. Evening light & sound show.
Khajuraho – Varanasi (Flight 9W-2424, 1405 / 1455hrs)
1 hourAdmission included
Khajuraho – Varanasi (Flight 9W-2424, 1405 / 1455hrs)
Breakfast at hotel. Visit eastern, western & southern group of temples. The temple of Khajuraho are India’s unique gift to the world, representing, as they do, a paean to life, to love, to joy, perfect in execution and sublime in expression on account of their remarkable erotic sculptures.
Khajuraho – Varanasi (Flight 9W-2424, 1405 / 1455hrs)
2 hours
Khajuraho – Varanasi (Flight 9W-2424, 1405 / 1455hrs)
Later transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi. Arrive Varanasi assistance and transfer to hotel. Evening Ghats’s & temples visit, attend Holy Ganga Aarti.
Varanasi
1 hourAdmission included
Varanasi
Breakfast at hotel. Early morning boat ride and Ghat visit along the Ganges and catch the scene of devotees bathing and praying in the sacred water.
Varanasi
2 hoursAdmission included
Varanasi
City tour of Varanasi visit World famous Benaras Hindu Universit, The Ramnagar Fort Palace & Many Temples.
Varanasi
1 hourAdmission included
Varanasi
Afternoon excursion to Sarnath one of the three holiest sites for Buddhists where the Buddha delivered his first sermon in 528 BC. There are many temples here, representing the many cultures where Buddhism is the dominant religious philosophy.
Varanasi – Mumbai or Delhi (Flight)
Varanasi – Mumbai or Delhi (Flight)
Breakfast at hotel. Time to relax and explore the city with your driver. Later as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai or Delhi. Arrive Mumbai or Delhi assistance and transfer to hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax or explore the city with your driver.
Mumbai or Delhi – Departure
Mumbai or Delhi – Departure
Breakfast at hotel. As per your flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for your onward destination.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Policy type
Custom
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 6+ days before
Refund eligibility
50% refundable 2-6 days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-2 days before