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Incredible Monuments, Temples & Beach Tour

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Duration

23 Nights/ 24 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Discover the spiritual, architectural, and coastal grandeur of India on this 24-day immersive tour across its cultural heartlands. Begin in Delhi and explore Mughal marvels before witnessing the eternal love symbol – the Taj Mahal in Agra. Admire the majestic forts of Gwalior and the artistic temples of Khajuraho. Fly to Varanasi for an enlightening spiritual experience, then continue to Bodhgaya, Nalanda, and colonial Kolkata. Explore Odisha’s temple heritage and coastal serenity in Puri. Travel south to Karnataka’s royal cities and temple towns, and finally unwind on the golden beaches of Goa. This journey is a rich tapestry of India’s monuments, mythology, and magic.

Highlights

  • Witness the Taj Mahal and explore Mughal-era architecture in Delhi and Agra
  • Visit the erotic and symbolic carvings of the UNESCO Khajuraho temples
  • Participate in Ganga Aarti in Varanasi and explore Buddhist heritage in Bodhgaya and Nalanda
  • Admire centuries-old temples in Bhubaneswar, Konark, and Puri, and cruise Chilika Lake
  • Explore Karnataka’s temple towns like Hampi, Badami & Belur, ending on the beaches of Goa

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 43.4%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 43.4%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 51.8%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 50.1%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 55.6%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 53.9%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 58.9%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Assistance on arrival at Delhi airport and transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day free and easy for leisure and acclimatization.
Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi

Breakfast at hotel.
Full-day city tour of Delhi.
Visit Red Fort – Mughal imperial fortress (closed on Mondays).
Visit Jama Masjid – one of the largest mosques in India.
Enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk and Khari Baoli spice market.
Visit Raj Ghat – Mahatma Gandhi's memorial.
Drive through Rajpath to see India Gate, Parliament House & Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Visit Humayun’s Tomb – precursor to the Taj Mahal.
Visit Qutub Minar – UNESCO World Heritage Site and tallest minaret in India.
Visit Lotus Temple – a serene Baháʼí House of Worship.
Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 3: Delhi - Agra (210km)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Agra and check-in at hotel.
Visit Taj Mahal – the marble masterpiece and symbol of love.
Visit Agra Fort – stronghold of the Mughal emperors.
Visit Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb – a beautiful Mughal-era mausoleum.
Overnight stay in Agra.

Day 4: Agra – Gwalior – Orchha (220kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Orchha, enroute explore Gwalior.
Visit Gwalior Fort – imposing hilltop fortress with temples and palaces.
Visit Teli Ka Mandir and Sas-Bahu Temple – fine Hindu architecture.
Visit Jai Vilas Palace – opulent royal residence and museum.
Continue drive to Orchha and check-in at hotel.
Visit Orchha Fort complex – explore Raja Mahal, Jahangir Mahal, Sheesh Mahal.
Visit Chaturbhuj Temple – an elegant multi-storied temple.
Visit royal cenotaphs along the Betwa River.
Overnight stay in Orchha.

Day 5: Orchha – Khajuraho (180kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Khajuraho and check-in at hotel.
Visit Khajuraho Temples – Eastern, Western & Southern groups.
Marvel at intricate and expressive carvings of gods, dancers, and mythical figures.
Evening Light & Sound show at the Western Group of Temples.
Overnight stay in Khajuraho.

Day 6: Khajuraho – Varanasi (Flight)

Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport and board flight for Varanasi.
On arrival, transfer to hotel.
Evening visit to Dashashwamedh Ghat to witness mesmerizing Ganga Aarti.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 7: Varanasi

Early morning boat ride on River Ganges – witness sunrise, bathing rituals & cremation ghats.
Breakfast at hotel.
City tour of Varanasi including:
• Bharat Mata Temple
• Tulsi Manas Mandir
• Banaras Hindu University
Afternoon excursion to Sarnath – visit Dhamekh Stupa, Ashoka Pillar, and museum.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 8: Varanasi – Bodhgaya (255kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Bodhgaya and check-in at hotel.
Visit Mahabodhi Temple – site of Buddha’s enlightenment.
Visit Bodhi Tree and Vajrasana Seat.
Explore monasteries built by Buddhist countries like Thailand, Bhutan, and China.
Excursion to Gaya – visit Vishnupad Temple and Mangla Gauri Temple.
Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.

Day 9: Bodhgaya – Rajgir – Nalanda – Patna – Kolkata (Flight)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Patna with visits enroute.
Visit Rajgir – Ropeway to Vulture’s Peak and ruins of monasteries.
Visit Nalanda – excavated ruins of ancient university and museum.
Board evening flight from Patna to Kolkata.
On arrival, transfer to hotel and overnight stay.

Day 10: Kolkata

Breakfast at hotel.
Full-day city tour of Kolkata.
Visit Victoria Memorial – British-era monument and museum.
Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral and Fort William.
Visit Netaji Bhawan – residence and museum of Subhash Chandra Bose.
See iconic Howrah Bridge and Flower Market.
Visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple – a major pilgrimage site.
Overnight stay in Kolkata.

Day 11: Kolkata - Bhubaneshwar (Flight)

Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport and board flight for Bhubaneswar.
On arrival, check-in at hotel.
Visit temples – Lingaraj, Mukteswar, Rajarani and Parasurameswar.
Visit Udaygiri and Khandagiri Jain caves.
Visit Dhauli Rock Edicts – associated with Ashoka's transformation.
Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.

Day 12: Bhubaneshwar - Puri (60kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Puri, enroute visit:
• Konark Sun Temple – UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Pipili village – famed for colorful appliqué handicrafts.
• Raghurajpur village – Pattachitra painters and traditional art.
Visit Ramchandi Temple and Chandrabhaga Beach.
Visit Jagannath Temple in Puri (entry to sanctum restricted to Hindus).
Overnight stay in Puri.

Day 13: Puri – Chilika Lake Excursion (55kms one way)

Breakfast at hotel.
Excursion to Chilika Lake – Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon.
Enjoy bird watching and optional boat ride to spot Irrawaddy dolphins.
Return to Puri. Rest time at leisure by the beach.
Overnight stay in Puri.

Day 14: Puri – Bhubaneswar – Bangalore (Flight)

Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Bhubaneswar airport for flight to Bangalore.
On arrival, check-in at hotel.
Afternoon city tour of Bangalore.
Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Tipu’s Summer Palace, and Bangalore Palace.
Drive past Vidhana Soudha and Cubbon Park.
Overnight stay in Bangalore.

Day 15: Bangalore – Srirangapatna – Mysore (150kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Mysore enroute visit:
• Srirangapatna – visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Daria Daulat Bagh.
Arrive Mysore and check-in at hotel.
Visit Mysore Palace – Indo-Saracenic architectural gem.
Visit Chamundi Hill and temple.
Visit St. Philomena’s Church and Jaganmohan Palace.
Overnight stay in Mysore.

Day 16: Mysore – Shravanabelagola – Hassan (140kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Hassan, enroute visit:
• Shravanabelagola – climb to view monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali.
Arrive Hassan and check-in at hotel.
Overnight stay in Hassan.

Day 17: Hassan – Halebidu – Belur – Hampi (330kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Chennakesava Temple in Belur – intricate carvings in soapstone.
Visit Hoysaleswara Temple in Halebidu – richly sculpted temple complex.
Continue drive to Hampi. On arrival, check-in at hotel.
Overnight stay in Hampi.

Day 18: Hampi

Breakfast at hotel.
Full-day city tour of Hampi – explore ruins of Vijayanagara Empire.
Visit Virupaksha Temple, Vittala Temple complex with stone chariot.
Explore Royal Enclosures, Queen’s Bath, Lotus Mahal, and Elephant Stables.
Visit ASI Museum and watch sunset from Hemakuta Hill.
Overnight stay in Hampi.

Day 19: Hampi – Lakkundi – Gadag – Badami (150kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Badami, enroute visit:
• Lakkundi – ancient temples and stepwells.
• Gadag – visit Trikuteshwara Temple and Jain shrines.
Arrive Badami and check-in at hotel.
Overnight stay in Badami

Day 20: Badami – Aihole – Pattadakal – Badami

Breakfast at hotel.
Excursion to Aihole – cradle of early Chalukyan temple architecture.
Visit Durga Temple, Lad Khan Temple, and Meguti Jain Temple.
Continue to Pattadakal – UNESCO site of 8th-century temple complex.
Return to Badami to visit Badami Caves and Agastya Lake.
Overnight stay in Badami.

Day 21: Badami - Goa (250kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Goa. On arrival, check-in at hotel.
Evening at leisure to enjoy Goa’s relaxed atmosphere.
Overnight stay in Goa.

Day 22: Goa

Breakfast at hotel.
City tour of Old Goa.
Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral and Church of St. Francis of Assisi.
Visit Fort Aguada and light house.
Drive past Miramar, Baga & Calangute beaches.
Visit Mangueshi & Shanta Durga Temples.
Overnight stay in Goa.

Day 23: Goa

Breakfast at hotel.
Full day free for leisure and relaxation at the beach or optional activities.
Overnight stay in Goa

Day 24: Goa - Departure (Flight)

Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport as per flight schedule for onward journey.
(Standard check-out time: 11:00 AM)

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 23 Night's accommodation in 5-Star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Khajuraho - Varanasi, Patna - Kolkata - Bhubaneshwar - Bangalore flight fare approx ₹20500 per person in economy class.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Q: What kind of hotel accommodation is included in the package price?
We provide accommodation at carefully selected 5-star hotels or the best available quality options in regions where luxury properties are limited. Hotels are chosen for their comfort, location, and service standards. In case a specific hotel is unavailable, an equivalent standard property will be offered.

Hotels used or similar for this tour (24 Nights Accommodation):
Delhi – 2 Nights: Le Meridien OR The Grand New Delhi
Agra – 1 Night: Courtyard by Marriott OR Trident Hotel
Orchha – 1 Night: Orchha Palace and Convention Centre
Khajuraho – 1 Night: The Lalit Temple View
Varanasi – 2 Nights: Ramada JHV OR Radisson Hotel
Bodhgaya – 1 Night: Hyatt Place Bodh Gaya
Kolkata – 2 Nights: ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection OR The Lalit Great Eastern
Bhubaneshwar – 1 Night: Mayfair Lagoon OR Trident Hotel
Puri – 3 Nights: MAYFAIR Heritage OR Mayfair Waves
Bangalore – 1 Night: ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection OR Vivanta Bengaluru, Residency Road
Mysore – 1 Night: Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel
Hassan – 1 Night: Hosyala Village Resort OR Rosetta By Ferns – Sakleshpur
Hampi – 2 Nights: Evolve Back, Hampi
Badami – 2 Nights: Morpho Banashree Resort OR WADA1
Goa – 3 Nights: Alila Diwa Goa OR Kenilworth Resort & Spa, Utorda Beach

Q: Can I request a specific hotel or upgrade the hotel category?

Yes, we offer flexibility to upgrade hotels to luxury five-star or boutique properties at an additional cost, subject to availability. You can also request specific hotels during the booking process, and we will do our best to accommodate your preference.

Q: Are breakfast and other meals included at the hotels?

Breakfast is generally included with hotel stays unless stated otherwise. Lunch and dinner are optional and can be added to your package upon request. You can also explore local dining during the tour.

Q: Will I get confirmation for the exact hotels before my trip?

Yes, once your booking is confirmed, we will share the final list of hotel names and contact details along with your tour confirmation documents.

Q: I’m looking for a more budget-friendly tour. Can you provide prices with standard or 4-star hotels?

Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has different preferences and budgets. If you prefer standard accommodation or 4-star hotel options instead of the default 5-star hotels, we can customize the tour and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.

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