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Day 11 - AGRA / MATHURA / AGRA
Full day excursion to Mathura by coach a 45 minutes drive
from Agra, Mathura is one of the oldest towns situated on the
banks of river Yamuna. It is a pilgrimage city for Hindus and
the birth place of LORD KRISHNA. Visit the museum and temples
and thereafter, proceed to Vrindavan, a town of temples with
some of the most magnificent shrines in North India. Return to
Agra for overnight stay.
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Day 13 - AGRA / JAIPUR
Morning depart for Jaipur by Coach stopping enroute for
Fatehpur Sikri: a glittering imperial capital conceived and
built by Emperor Akbar. It is filled with red sandstone
buildings, mosques and courtyards. The pearl Mosque here is
designed after the mosque of Mecca and is a fine blend of
Persian and Hindu architecture. Continue your journey to Jaipur.
Jaipur - gateway to Rajasthan and a city ablaze with colour when
latticed rose - pink monuments vie with brilliantly turbaned men
and vividly costumed women for attention.
Upon arrival check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Your day starts with an excursion to Amber Fort, you ride up the
ramp of this 11th century bastion atop a gaily decorated
Elephant. Later visit City Palace, a picturesque complex of
palaces and courtyards famous for its collection of Rajput
miniatures, carpets and manuscripts. You also visit the
exquisite Palace of Winds with its honeycombed facade and 18th
century Observatory.
Later time free for shopping. Jaipur is a major gems and
jewellery centre where one can find some of the finest jewellery
beside woolen and silk carpets, hand block printed Sanganeri and
Bagru cotton fabrics.
“EVENING WITNESS PUPPET SHOW. PUPPETEERS NARRATE LOCAL LEGENDS
AND TRADITIONAL FOLKLORE WITH A COMIC TWIST”
Overnight at hotel.
Transfer to airport to board flight for Bombay - a metropolis of
energy and vitality.
Day 14 - JAIPUR / BOMBAY
Depart Jaipur by IC 491 at 0655 hrs
Arrive Bombay at 1005 hrs
Meeting and transfer to hotel.
Afternoon city sightseeing tour f visiting the Gateway of India
built to commemorate the visit of King George V of England in
1911. Visit the Hanging gardens situated on the slopes of
Malabar Hill, Prince of Wales Museum - a Victorian domed
structure housing the fine collection of miniature painting and
has three sections of Art, Archaeology and Natural history.
Other interesting sites are Mani Bhawan, Dhobi Ghat and Crawford
Market. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 15 - BOMBAY
Morning excursion to Elephanta Caves by Motor Launch.
Elephanta contains a fine cluster of 6th - 8th century rock-cut
caves. The sculptures are beautifully executed and most
outstanding of three is the Maheshmurthy or Trimurty - a five
meter high three headed bust hewn from single rock, representing
the three aspects of Shiva the Creator, the Preserver and the
Destroyer.
Return to Bombay. Rest of the day free.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 16 - BOMBAY / BANGALORE
Transfer to airport to board flight for Bangalore.
Founded in 1537 by Kempgowda, a far sighted local chieftain,
Bangalore has blossomed into one of the Asia’s fastest - growing
cities. Bangalore combines the vibrant pace of a modern
metropolis with a quaint old - world charm. Perched at a height
of 3250 feet above sea level, its salubrious climate play hosts
to innumerable parks, gardens, lakes and verdant tree lined
avenues that gives it the Sobriquet “ Garden City “.
Bangalore is the multifaceted jewel. Modern marvels, historic
monuments, bustling shopping plazas, tranquil walking paths,
rustling silks and fragrant sandalwood exotic cuisine and
friendly people.
Depart Bombay by IC 105 at 0615 hrs.
Arrive Bangalore at 0745 hrs.
Meeting and transfer to hotel.
This afternoon you visit the Vidhan Soudha housing the state
legislatures and secretariat, was conceived and executed by
Kangai Hunumanthaiya, the then Chief Minister, in 1956. It is
built entirely of Bangalore granite in Neo Dravadian style.
Directly opposite it stands the gothic structure of the Attra
Kacheri which houses the state high court. The high court
building was completed in 1668 and stands in the green splendour
of the Cubbon park laid out in 1864 by Lieutenant General Sir
Mark Cubbon. The Lalbagh Gardens, laid out in 1760 by Hyder Ali
has area of 240 acres. The glass house inspired by crystal
palace in London is a favorite spot for picnickers and film
makers, with its vast grounds and Tudor style architecture.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 17 - BANGALORE
(177 KMS)
Morning depart by coach for Puttaparthi which is the home of
PUTTAPARTHI the modern day saint - Philosopher who is credited
with benign powers, SHRI SATYA SAI BABA. A legend in his own
times, Sai Baba has devotees around the world.
Return to Bangalore in the evening. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 18 - PUTTAPARTHI / MYSORE
(320 Kms)
Morning depart by coach for Mysore - 770 meters above sea level,
the city of Mysore was once the capital of Wodeyars. It still
retains the quaint charm that never fails to enchant. Arrive and
check in at Hotels. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 19 - MYSORE
This morning you visit Mysore Palace once the residence of
Woodeyars, is one of the largest of its kind in India and one of
most splendid. This Indo - Sarcenic buildings has among other
things - a carved silver door, a solid gold throne and a gallery
of exquisite paintings. This afternoon you visit Somnathpur -
the Sri Channakeshara, built around 1260 AD during the heyday of
Hoysala Kings, is at Somnathpur. It’s an extremely beautiful and
interesting buildings. The walls of the star shaped temples are
literally covered with superb sculptures in stone depicting
various scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita and
the life and the times of Hoysala Kings. Not two friezes are
alike.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 20 - MYSORE / BANGALORE / BOMBAY
Morning depart by coach for Bangalore airport to board
flight for Bombay.
Depart Bangalore by IC 106 at 0835 hrs.
Arrive Bombay at 1005 hrs.
Meeting and transfer to hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 21 - BOMBAY
Your India experience comes to an end as you are transferred
to the airport to catch your flight for onward destination.
(These Special Interest Tours programs are best run with minimum
6 travelers to a group and more) |
