Central India with Goa Tour
Duration:- 17 Nights / 18 Days
Destinations Covered:- Delhi > Varanasi > Khajuraho > Bhopal > Ujjain > Indore > Mandu > Maheshwar > Omkareshwar > Jalgaon > Ajanta > Ellora > Aurangabad > Mumbai > Goa > Mumbai/ Delhi
Day : 1
Arrival Delhi
On arrival at airport our company executive will be waiting with placard having your name and will receive you with a traditional Indian welcome. He will assist you and transfer to hotel. Overnight in hotel.
Day : 2
Delhi Sightseeing
Humayun’s Tomb
After breakfast, moved to Historic Monument Red Fort- built between 1638 - 1648 with marvelous red stone, Jama Masjid- the principal mosque in India was built in 1650 both are constructed by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Chandani Chowk- a shopping hub you can enjoy Rickshaw ride in Chandani Chowk. Rajghat- interment site of Mahatma Gandhi (Father of the Nation). President House- earlier recognize as Viceroy’s House was built in 1921, now the authorized residence of President of India. India Gate- war memorial built in 1931 and designed by Sir Edwin lutyens. Humayun’s Tomb- Humayun specially made this tomb for his wife Hamida Banu Begum in 1562 (UNESCO World Heritage site), Lotus Temple- also known as Baha'i house of worship, Qutub Minar– UNESCO World Heritage site was built in 1192 by Qutub-ud-din Aibak. Overnight at hotel.
Day : 3
Delhi to Varanasi (By Air: 1.20 Hrs)
Dhamekh Stupa
After the breakfast drive to domestic airport to board the scheduled flight to
Varanasi, on arrival transfer to the hotel and after rest drive to
Sarnath- where Lord preached his 1st sermon & paved the manner for Buddhism and it also known as Deer Park,
Dhamekh Stupa- it is famous for the Buddha's activities and it was built in 500 by the Mauryan King. Return to Varanasi and be the eye witness of
Holy Worship & the Arti ritual on the Ghats of the sacred Ganges River in evening by boat ride. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day : 4
Varanasi Sightseeing
Ghats in Varanasi
After the breakfast, enjoy the boat ride on river Ganges to see the spectacular view of sunrise and to witness the rituals that take place along the Ghats. Later visit Banaras Hindu University- university Museum is famous for a wide collection of artefacts and paintings. After the lunch visit many temples of Varanasi, Kashi Vishwanath Temple- built by the Maratha King in 1780, Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Bharat Kala Bhavan and Ramnagar Fort- it was built in 18th century, Chunar Sandstone by Kashi Naresh Raja Balwant Singh. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day : 5
Varanasi to Khajuraho (By Air: 1 Hrs)
Khajuraho Temples
After the breakfast drive to domestic airport to board the scheduled flight to
Khajuraho- World Heritage Site by UNESCO, famous for its Erotic Temples built in 9th and 10th century, on arrival transfer to the hotel and after rest visit
Eastern Group Temple of Khajuraho. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day : 6
Khajuraho to Bhopal (381 Kms: 7 Hrs)
After breakfast, visit Western Group Temple of Khajuraho. After that drive to Bhopal. On arrival transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day : 7
Bhopal Sightseeing
Moti Masjid
After breakfast, explore Bhopal- this beautiful mid-sized city and one of the greenest city in India. Visit Jama Masjid- built in 1837 by Qudsia Begum, Taj-Ul-Masjid- "the Crown of Mosques", one of the largest mosque in Asia and built between 1868 - 1971 by Nawab Shahjehan Begum, Fatehgarh Fort and Moti Masjid- built in 1860 by Sikander Begum. After lunch drive to Bhojpur to see the superb Shiva Temple. In the evening visit Bharat Bhavan- multi art centre. Later drive back to Bhopal for overnight stay.
Day : 8
Bhopal to Ujjain (199 Kms: 3.30 Hrs) to Indore (55 Kms: 1.30 Hrs)
Temples in Ujjain
After breakfast, drive to Ujjain- famous for Kumbh Mela and Temples. On arrival visit Mahakaleshwar Temple, Ganesh Temple and Jain Temples. After that drive to Indore- famous for Temples, Arts and Culture, on arrival transfer to hotel. After relaxation visit famous Khajuri Bazar of Indore for shopping. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day : 9
Indore Sightseeing
Maheshwar Temple
After breakfast, explore Indore, visit Rajwada- this seven-storey historic palace known as Holkar Palace, it is 200 year old and built by Holkar rulers, Lalbagh Palace- built between 1886 - 1921 by Tukoji Rao Holkar II and Tukoji Rao Holkar III. After that visit Kanch Mandir- this Jain Temple also known as Glass Temple, built in 20th century by Sir Seth Hukumchand Jain, later visit the Bada Ganapati- famous for widely size of the Ganesh idol, built by Shri Dadhich in 1875. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day : 10
Indore to Mandu (99 Kms: 2 Hrs)
Mandu
After breakfast, drive to Mandu- this fortress town famous for his fine architecture. On arrival transfer to hotel. After relaxation visit Vindhya hills- range of older rounded mountains and hills, Jahaz Mehal- known as Ship Palace and built by Sultan Ghiyas-ud-din-Khilji, Rewa Kund- built for supplying water to Rani Roopmati Pavilion by Baz Bahadur, Hindola Mahal- built by Hushang Shah in 1425 and later visit Jami Masjid. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day : 11
Mandu to Omkareshwar (134 Kms: 3 Hrs) (en route visit Maheshwar)
Omkar Mandhata Temple
After breakfast, drive to
Omkareshwar, en route visit
Maheshwar- famous for temples, on arrival visit Temples and Ghat. After that drive to
Omkareshwar- famous pilgrimage center for Hindu religion, on arrival transfer to the hotel and after relaxation visit
Omkar Mandhata Temple- dedicated to God Shiva. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day : 12
Omkareshwar to Jalgaon (227 Kms: 5.30 Hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Jalgaon- this a quiet industrial city famous for Cotton, Gold and Banana trade. On arrival transfer to the hotel and rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day : 13
Jalgaon to Ajanta (64 Kms: 1.30 Hrs) to Aurangabad (94 Kms: 2 Hrs)
Ajanta Caves
After breakfast, drive to Aurangabad- world famous for many historical monuments, en route visit Ajanta Caves- the masterpieces of Buddhist art and listed in a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later drive to Aurangabad, on arrival transfer to the hotel. In the evening visit market of Aurangabad for shopping. This market famous for major silk and cotton textile. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day : 14
Aurangabad to Ellora to Mumbai (By Air: 1 Hr)
Ellora Caves
After breakfast explore Aurangabad and visit Bibi Ka Maqbara- known as the Mini Taj Mahal and built in 17th century by Mughal Prince Azam Shah for his mother. After that, drive to Ellora Caves- known as Ellooru, world famous Caves built between 5th-7th centuries and listed in UNESCO World Heritage site. Mostly temples are dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism and Buddhism. Later return to Aurangabad, on arrival transfer to the airport to board the flight for Mumbai. On arrival transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day : 15
Mumbai Sightseeing
Gateway of India
After the breakfast, explore Mumbai- a Business and the Entertainment (Bollywood) capital of India, visit Gateway of India- built in 1924, Elephanta Caves- world Heritage site declared by UNESCO in 1987, located at Elephanta Islands, Temple of Trimurti- also known as Triple headed “Lord Shiva”. Later visit Prince of Wales Museum, Taraporewala Aquarium, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Jain Temple and Hanging Garden. Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day : 16
Mumbai to Goa (By Air: 1 Hr)
Goa Beach
Morning free for leisure and your own activities. Afternoon transfer to the airport to board the flight for
Goa. On arrival transfer to resort. Rest of the evening is free for leisure on beach. Overnight at the resort.
Day : 17
Goa Sightseeing
Goa Church
After breakfast proceed to visit Goa- known as "Tourist Paradise" and "Pearl of the Orient" and it is world famous for its beautiful dotted Beaches with Palm Coconut Trees, magnificent Churches & Temples, beautiful Rivers & Lakes, Beach Parties, Nightlife and comprehensive range of Flora and Fauna. During the Goa tour you explore the Mandovi River, Altinho Hill, Panjim - the capital of Goa, Basilica of Bom Jesus Church, St. Cathedral Church, Colva & Anjuna beach. In the evening enjoy Cruise. Overnight stay at the resort.
Day : 18
Goa to Mumbai/ Delhi (By Air) to Hometown
Beach in Goa
After breakfast, rest of the day is free for leisure on beach resort. In the Evening transfer to the airport to board the flight for Mumbai/ Delhi, on arrival transfer to the international airport to board the flight for hometown and tour concludes with happy memories.