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Highlights of India


At Perfect Travels we offer the best trips in India! As the name suggests this trip takes you on a journey of the Best that India has to offer. We begin your journey with the hometown of Bollywood Bombay aka Mumbai, which is the largest city and commercial business capital of India.. Next we visit the royal lake city of Udaipur that is a popular spot for Hollywood films such as 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. We travel further into the heritage and princely state of Rajasthan. We visit and stay at the Best Exotic Marigold Film Hotel in Khempur Village. We also explore vivid blue painted houses define that define the heritage city of Jodhpur as India’s blue city set in the landscapes of Thar Desert. We journey thru the Desert town of Jaisalmer where we enjoy experiencing traditional Sunset Safari on Camels. Next, we travel to heritage and quite desert village of Bikaner famed for its spectacular Fort architecture. Later we continue with Golden Triangle trip that is the most popular amongst first timers as it covers the most famed sites of North India only within a week. We cover capital city Delhi influenced by 1630s Mughal Empire and 1920s British-Rule. Agra the home of Mughal Era and its crown jewel wonder ‘Taj Mahal’. Heritage pink washed city of Jaipur aka capital of Rajasthan. Not to forget we visit Varanasi aka temple city situated on banks of sacred Ganges River.

WELCOME TO AN AUTHENTIC INDIA EXPERIENCE
T O U R H I G H L I G HT S
  • Visit inside Ancient Fortresses to Palaces to Temples
  • Enjoy Oldest British Bazaar of India in Mumbai
  • Visit to Elephanta Caves Island in Mumbai
  • Enjoy Sunset Boatride on Lake Pichola of Udaipur
  • Enjoy Fully Guided Heritage Tours
  • Do Rickshaw Ride in the Bustling City of Varanasi
  • Enjoy Sunset & Sunrise Boatride on Holy Ganges River
  • Visit Gold Covered Vishwanath Temple of Varanasi
  • Visit Sarnath- the Birthplace City of Buddhism
  • Participate in Hindu Aarti Prayer Ceremony
  • Stay at the actual Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
  • Do Bullock Cart Riding in Khempur Village
  • Enjoy Sunset Tea Sessions in Village
+Day 01 : Mumbai arrival

Once you arrive we will transfer you to your Mumbai Hotel alongwith complimentary welcome gift!

Overnight : Hotel in Mumbai
+Day 02: Mumbai (B)

8am. We begin your sightseeing of Bombay new named Mumbai. We aboard on a morning Ferry Ride to the world famed Elephanta Caves home to 5th century old Hindu and Buddhist Caves.

12pm. Afterwards we take ferry ride back to the city and continue your tour. We witness Dabbawala and their traditional Lunch delivery process using bicycles and local trains. We visit 1880’s Victoria Terminus Train Station locally called Shivaji Terminus built in Victorian gothic architecture and famed for shooting of film ‘Slumdog Millionaire’. We continue sightseeing and visit the main museum of Mumbai Prince of Wales Museum and Mani Bhawan known as the political activity headquarters of father of nation Mahatma Gandhi.

Overnight : Hotel in Mumbai
+Day 03: Mumbai / Udaipur (by flight) (B)

9am. After breakfast/check-out we transfer you to Mumbai Airport for your flight to Udaipur aka the famed city of lakes from 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’.

Indigo 6E-748 ETD Mumbai 12.25pm ETA Udaipur 1.50pm (or similar) (15Kg check-in allowance)

Upon arrival in Udaipur Airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to Hotel for check-in for Relax.

Overnight : Hotel in Udaipur
+Day 04: Udaipur (B)

9am. After breakfast we begin your heritage sightseeing tour. We visit inside Maharaja’s City Palace with Museum. Next we visit inside city’s largest hindu temple Jagdish Temple, and royal garden of maidens Sahelion Ki Badi. Later we visit local markets in Udaipur Bazaar before returning to Hotel.

4pm. For sunset we take you for Boatride on Lake Pichola to view Udaipur at its best and visit inside palace on island Jagmandir (famed spot for 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’).

Later we return to Hotel.

Overnight : Hotel in Udaipur
+Day 05 : Udaipur / Khempur (apx. 1Hr & 60Km) (B + High Tea)

8am. After breakfast/check-out you will be driven to driven to Khempur Village aka the actual film spot for ‘best exotic marigold hotel’. Upon arrival in the village, you will be met by our representative for check-in at the actual film hotel Ravla Khempur.

Rest day at leisure.

4pm. During sunset we take you for Village Walk and Bullock Cart Ride in the Village. Enjoy traditional High-Tea that will be served to you at local setting.

Later we return to Hotel.

Overnight : Best Exotic Marigold Hotel ‘Ravla Khempur’
+Day 06 : Khempur / Jodhpur (apx. 5Hr & 260Km scenic drive) (via Ranakpur Village) (B)

8am. After breakfast/check-out you will be driven to heritage blue coloured city of Jodhpur aka Mykonos of India. Enroute we visit Ranakpur Village to explore it sacred Jain Temples. Upon arrival in Jodhpur you will be met by our representative for check-in at your Hotel`

Overnight : Hotel in Jodhpur
+Day 07 : Jodhpur (B)

9am. After breakfast we begin your heritage sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. We visit 1460-built Mehrangarh Fortress. Standing over 410ft above city, the fort offers panoramic views of this blue washed city ie. Jodhpur. Next we visit royal cenotaph Jaswant Thada built in 1899 as a memorial to Jodhpur’s ‘Maharaja Jaswant Singh II’. Later we we walk thru mazed lanes of Old Town to explore charming blue coloured houses of locals. As per Hindu mythology Lord Vishnu aka the preserver of universe, is one the main Gods, and blue being his colour. Hence the religious locals paint their homes exterior in bright blue colours. We continue walking and visit Clock Tower and local markets Sadar Bazaar.

2pm. For afternoon tour we hop-on local Jeeps and take you for Village Safari inside the local Bishnoi Village to interact with village tribes and experience their lifestyle such as their fine artwork and pottery making skills.

Later we return to hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Jodhpur
+Day 08 : Day08: Jodhpur / Jaisalmer (apx. 6Hr & 308Km scenic drive) (B)

After breakfast/check-out we drive you to the desert city of Jaisalmer aka the golden city of Rajasthan. Upon arrival you will be met by our representative for check-in at your Hotel.

Rest day at leisure.

Overnight: Hotel in Jaisalmer
+Day 09 : Jaisalmer (B)

9am. After breakfast we begin your heritage sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. We visit the relaxing Gadsisar Lake and 1156AD built Jaisalmer Fortress and walk inside its mazed lanes to explore royal palaces, ornate temples, heritage mansions, wells and shops. Standing over 250ft tall and 1500ft long this is one of the largest Forts in the world, and offers panoramic views of the city. Over the years, various battles have defined this fort, but today its home to over 3000 people living inside. Next we take a Tuk-Tuk ride to visit the city’s first and the largest ‘Haveli’ aka Heritage Mansion Patwon Ki Haveli. It is locally famed as ‘a mansion of brocade merchants’, since the family dealt in threads of gold-silver used in traditional embroidery.

3pm. For a relaxing sunset moment, we take you for Camel Desert Safari at ‘Khuri’ or ‘Sam’ Desert Camp.

Later we return to Hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Jaisalmer
+Day 10 : : Jaisalmer / Bikaner (apx. 6Hr & 333Km scenic drive) (B)

8am. After breakfast/check-out we drive you to the quite desert town of Bikaner. Upon arrival you will be met by our representative for check-in at your Hotel.

3pm. We begin your afternoon sightseeing tour of Bikaner. We visit the Junagarh Fort and its Museum inside. Built in 1589 by Raja Rai Singh- the ruler of Bikaner and a general to the army of Mughal Emperor ‘Akbar’, this Fort houses exquisite palaces to detailed victory halls making its architecture as one of the finest amidst the Thar Desert of India. Next we visit inside an ancient Bhandasar Temple of Jain religion. Jainism is an ancient Indian religion that prescribes non-violence towards any living thing. This stunning temple showcases rare yellow-stone carvings to vibrant pillars painted of great Jain teachers. To mark its purity, 40,000Kg of ‘Ghee’ (cow milk butter) was used in the mortar instead of water. This triple storied temple houses beautiful ancient sentries of gods on its first floor, to splendid views of the city and desert from its third floor.

Later we return to Hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Bikaner
+Day 11 : Bikaner / Jaipur (apx. 6Hr & 321Km scenic drive) (B)

8am. After breakfast/check-out we drive you to heritage pink colored city of Jaipur aka the capital of Rajasthan. Upon arrival you will be met by our representative for check-in at your Hotel.

4pm. We take you for sunset viewing of water palace Jal Mahal located in the center of Man Sagar Lake a home to various migratory birds. The palace is surrounded by Aravalli Hill, Ancient Forts & Temples that makes this a perfect time and place to enjoy memorable photography of Jaipur. On-spot we also serve you delicious local mango ice creams.

Overnight: Hotel in Jaipur
+Day 12: Jaipur (B L)

8am. We begin our heritage tour as we present to you traditional Turbans, Bindis, Stolls and hop-on Royal Elephants to climb you up the Amber Fort. Here we explore mirror palace Sheesh Mahal and Royal Courtyards inside. Next we visit Maharaja’s City Palace with Museum, and 1734CE built astronomical observatory Jantar Mantar.

3pm. We take a photo-stop outside palace of winds Hawa Mahal and visit the local Jaipur Bazaar markets. From here we take a local Tuk-Tuk ride back to your Hotel.

5pm. We watch a Bollywood Blockbuster at a local cinema Raj Mandir and get entertained by the local crowd (being local cinema, films here are 3hrs duration without subtitles, hence feel free to exit).

Overnight: Hotel in Jaipur
+Day13: Jaipur /Agra (apx. 4½ Hr & 235Km scenic drive) (via Abhaneri Village) (B)

8am. After breakfast/check-out we drive you to heritage city of Jaipur aka the capital of Rajasthan. Enroute we also visit Abhaneri Village and explore its secret underground stepwells Chand Baori famed from films Best Exotic Marigold Hotel & Dark Knight Rises. Upon arrival in Jaipur you will be met by our representative and checked-in at your Hotel.

4pm. We take you for sunset viewing of world famed Taj Mahal from scenic riverside Mughal gardens Mehtab Bagh.

Later we return to Hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Agra
+Day14: Agra /Delhi (Surface) & Delhi/ Varanasi (by flight) (B)

6am. We take you for sunrise tour of world famed Taj Mahal from inside (the Epitome of love with its’ lacy white grandeur, is perhaps the most perfect architectural monument built by Shah Jahan)

10am. After breakfast/check-out we take you for a final tour inside the imperial residence of Mughal dynasty Agra Fort. Afterwards, we drive you to India’s very own capital city Delhi (230 kms, 4 hrs drive) to connect your flight to Varanasi.

Upon arrival in Varanasi Airport you will be met by our representative for check-in at your Hotel. Rest day at leisure.

Overnight: Hotel in Varanasi
+Day15: Varanasi (B)

6am. We take you for sunrise Boatride on holy Ganges River for panoramic views of the Ghats aka riverside banks a home to banks of riverfront a home to countless temples. Here you can witness pilgrims performing their morning routine and inducting burning crematory rituals.

10am. We drive you to the buried Buddhist city of Sarnath and visit Archaeological Museum “One of the holiest cities for Buddhists is located north east of Varanasi. Its here that Gautama Buddha chose to deliver his first sermon”.

witness Aarti prayer ceremony performed by priests. During rituals we also light a Flower Candle on

5pm. We take you for sunset Boatride on holy Ganges River for panoramic views of the city. Here we the river for your wellbeing.

Later we return to Hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Varanasi
+Day16: Varanasi / Delhi (by flight) (B)

8am. After breakfast/check-out we transfer you to Varanasi Airport for your flight to Delhi aka the capital of India influenced by 1630s Mughal Empire & 1920s British Raj Era.

Upon arrival in Delhi Airport you will be met by our representative for check-in at your Hotel for Relax.

Overnight: Hotel in Delhi
+Day17: Delhi (B)

9am. Our heritage tour begins in the morning with Old City of Delhi. We will take you inside oldest mosque Jama Masjid, and take local Rickshaw Ride inside bazaar of Chandni Chowk. On-spot we serve you local Chai tea and Samosa pancakes. Next we visit the 1648 built residence of Mughal Empire Red Fort (fm outside).

1pm. We continue the tour in afternoon with New City. We visit father of nation Gandhi’s Museum at Birla House, next we visit emperor Humayun’s Tomb built during 1565 in a Persian architecture. Later we visit inside India’s popular Sikhism shrine Bangla Sahib Gurudwara where we also visit its holy kitchen Langar. Here thru-out you can hear continuous meditations by saints. Next we will walk around boulevard Raj Path to witness India Gate, President & Parliament House (fm outside). After tour we take you to downtown city markets of Connaught Place before returning to hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Delhi
+Day18: Depart Delhi (B)

(At your flight time advised) After breakfast/check-out you will be transferred to Delhi Airport for your onwards flight home.

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