India, the land of multi-cultures, natural landscapes, and historic landmarks, is an experience of a lifetime vacation. Tour to India with Gurvinder Tours India on a 20-day trip to the most mythological destinations, touring active cities, breathtaking palaces, calm temples, and breathtaking natural landscapes. The use of a personal driver and air-conditioned car provided by this tour makes it possible for you to have a free-and-easy kind of experience with convenient mobility in your own way.
Day 1: Delhi - The Capital City
Begin your best India tour in Delhi, India's capital city where centuries of the past mix with modern times. Visit India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, and Lotus Temple. Witness rickshaw pullers whizzing by in the narrow by-lanes of Chandni Chowk, behold the magnificence of Red Fort, and enter Jama Masjid. In the evenings, head to Connaught Place with its nightlife and shopping.
Day 2: Agra - City of the Taj Mahal
Depart for Agra, city of one of the world's most famous structures, the Taj Mahal. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Agra Fort, and the beautiful Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj). Enjoy sunset view of Taj Mahal at Mehtab Bagh and then move on to the local commercial markets for shopping at handicraft emporia and souvenir shops.
Day 3: Jaipur - The Pink City
Fly to Jaipur, the pink city, the royal capital of Rajasthan. Visit the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and iconic Hawa Mahal. Spend a day visiting the royal Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, and Nahargarh Fort. Relish an evening Rajasthani cultural show at Chokhi Dhani.
Day 4: Udaipur - The City of Lakes
Travel to Udaipur, also known as the 'Venice of the East.' Visit the towering City Palace, take a boat ride in Lake Pichola, and stroll through the peaceful Jag Mandir and Saheliyon Ki Bari. Use the day for a stunning view of the sunset at the Monsoon Palace.
Day 5: Jodhpur - The Blue City
Travel to Jodhpur, which is known for blue-painted houses and imposing forts. Explore overawing Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, and serene Jaswant Thada. Stroll through vibrant Sardar Market, which is best known for clothes, spices, and handicrafts.
Day 6: Pushkar - The Holy Town
Along the way to your destination, take a halt at Pushkar, which is a sacred town well-known for having the world's sole Brahma Temple. Stroll through the Pushkar Lake Ghats and discover the spiritual ambience of the sacred town.
Day 7: Ranthambore - Adventure and Wildlife
Travel to Ranthambore National Park, the finest of wildlife sanctuaries in India. Take a adrenaline-filled safari and spot a Bengal tiger, a leopard, or other overseas flora and fauna. Explore the world heritage Ranthambore Fort, an antiquity more than a millennium old, that takes your breath with breathtaking vistas above the jungle.
Day 8: Varanasi - Spiritual Centre of India
Travel to Varanasi, a world's oldest city and one of the main religious pilgrimage centres of Hindus. Watch the Dashashwamedh Ghat for the Aarti ceremony on the Ganges River, travel on the boat ride along the Ganges, and visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Travel to Sarnath, where the first sermon by Lord Buddha took place, and experience the extremely spiritual environment of the city.
Day 9: Khajuraho - The Temples of Love
Travel to Khajuraho, famous for its stunning collection of temples with stunning erotic sculptures. Visit the Western Group of Temples, including the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple, and stroll through the Eastern and Southern Groups. Learn about the cultural sophistication and artistic sensitivity of these World Heritage-listed temples.
Day 10: Orchha - A Hidden Treasure
Drive to Orchha, an old city renowned for its glorious palaces and temples. View the Jahangir Mahal, Raja Mahal, and Chaturbhuj Temple, which have an elegant blend of Rajput and Mughal styles of architecture. Unwind in the tranquil evening of the Betwa River.
Day 11: Gwalior - The Fortress City
Travel to Gwalior, a very strong fort of India. Explore the Gwalior Fort, Jai Vilas Palace, and Sas Bahu Temples. Admire Teli Ka Mandir's greatness and then spend a cultural night in the city.
Day 12: Bhopal - City of Lakes
Drive to the city of stunning lakes and historical sites. Visit Taj-ul-Masjid, India's largest mosque, Bharat Bhavan, and old streets of the Old City.
Day 13: Mandu - Forgotten Kingdom
Drive to Mandu, the architectural gem renowned for its ancient Afghan palaces and mosques. See Jahaz Mahal (Ship Palace), Hindola Mahal, and Baz Bahadur's Palace.
Day 14: Maheshwar - The Handloom Weaving Land
Visit Maheshwar, famous for its ancient temples and the handloom weaving industry. Visit Ahilya Fort, Maheshwar Ghats, and Rehwa Society, where artists actually weave beautiful Maheshwari sarees.
Day 15: Aurangabad - Gateway to Maharashtra's Wonders
Fly to Aurangabad, home to UNESCO World Heritage Site cave temples. Visit the Bibi Ka Maqbara, or the "Mini Taj Mahal", and view Panchakki and Aurangabad Caves.
Day 16: Ellora Caves - The Marvel of Rock-Cut Temples
Visit the Ellora Caves, a World Heritage Site with 34 rock-cut Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples. The Kailasa Temple, a temple hewn out of a single rock, is an ancient Indian architectural masterpiece
Day 17: Ajanta Caves - Ancient Buddhist Artistry
Visit the Ajanta Caves, yet another World Heritage site with exquisitely painted Buddhist murals and sculptures that date back more than 2,000 years.
Day 18: Nashik - India's Wine Capital
Visit Nashik, renowned for its spiritual heritage and vineyards. Visit the Trimbakeshwar Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, and take a wine-tasting tour at one of Nashik's renowned wineries.
Day 19: Mumbai - City of Dreams
Travel to Mumbai, India's financial and entertainment hub. Visit the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Marine Drive. Visit Elephanta Caves, a rock-cut temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy your evening at Juhu Beach or Colaba Causeway, and experience the essence of Mumbai.
Day 20: Mumbai Leisure and Departure
Spend your last morning in Mumbai wandering around street art in Bandra, luxury shopping malls, or Bollywood studios. Have a relaxed lunch at a rooftop restaurant before your airport transfer, the end of your unforgettable 20-day adventure in India.
