Punjab, Ganges , Rajasthan -16 DAYS
Punjab, Ganges , Rajasthan Tour
Northern part of India is enriched with different cultures religions, marvelous monuments, immense wildlife parks and sanctuaries, holy rivers, majestic Himalayas, and diversified climate conditions. The whole of north India borders countries like Pakistan, China, Nepal and Bhutan from northwest to northeast.
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ARRIVAL TO DELHI
Arrival in India and welcome from our team. Overnight at hotel
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DELHI-HARIDWAR
We left Delhi to the Ganges. The sacred river that crosses northern India has a place in Haridwar especially attractive. Every day, thousands of pilgrims visit this city of Uttarkhand to bathe in the still clean river water leaving the Himalaya here. The evening aarti at Har ki Pauri is the perfect welcome to a journey that will take us Himalayan desert. Overnight at hotel.
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HARIDWAR-RISHIKESH-HARIDWAR
We will devote the day to know Rishikesh, an enclave within a short hour of Haridwar, known as the City Divine. Here the holy men retreated when they decided to start a life of poverty and meditation. the faithful approached learn from these masters and so one of the most important places of yoga was created, Hindu meditation and knowledge. The nuclei of Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula revolve around two large suspension bridges across the Ganges and it is not uncommon to see believers perform their ritual baths. Those who wish will have the opportunity to bathe in its waters. The evening aarti at school Parmath Brahmanical Ashram allow us to attend a ceremony again with religious songs, but closer than in Haridwar. Overnight at hotel.
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HARIDWAR-CHANDIGARH
Depart from Haridwar to the state of Punjab, the land of the Sikhs. The capital, Chandigarh, is an example the modernizing desires of independent India. I charge Nehru Le Corbusier to design a capital city outside of Punjab and Haryana and demonstrate the desire of the young Republic to bet on development and rationality. Chandigarh is a strange experiment with his rationalist urbanism zones gardens and architecture of concrete, although locals claim it is a great place to live. Worth a visit to the Rock Garden and the Rose Garden. Overnight at hotel.
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CHANDIGARH-AMRITSAR
The road to Amritsar takes us into a world of intensive cultivation and communities predominantly Sikhs. This religion was born in Punjab and still has most faithful in the state, has its sacred place in the city of Amritsar. Today, the Sikh communities are distributed worldwide and their hats and characterize long beards. Arriving in Amritsar, we can not miss a visit to the Golden Temple to dusk. The ritual songs never stop at the temple precinct where every day thousands of visitors will confer a unique character. Overnight at hotel. * At night, the holy book Guru Granth Sahib or Golden Temple comes in a huge procession. Attend this time sharing the fervor of the Sikhs to the book, which is considered the last teacher of religion. You should consult the schedule, since changes periodically, according to the opening hours of the premises.
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AMRITSAR
We will have a full day to contact this city exciting. The visit to the Golden Temple Day is mandatory and we He allowed into the heart of Amritsar, the Harmandir Sahib. You have to do a bit of glue, fine organized. The standard offering is a sweet semolina and syrup which is then returned to the faithful at the output of temple. The head should be covered during the tour. Beside the Golden Temple is located Jallianwala Bagh, a garden where slaughter of Indians by British troops took place. Is a place of martyrdom and therefore respect is demanded to visitors. In the afternoon we approach the single open border between India and Pakistan Wagah Border where each evening takes place a change of guard very theater that stages the ill will and bravery of both armies. Overnight at hotel.
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AMRITSAR-BIKANER
This day trip takes us into the desert of Thar. We’ll get the full green fields of channels and great rivers of Punjab and we will replace camels, dusty landscapes and picturesque scenes of women with large bangles walking the herd. It is welcome to Rajasthan, the state of the Kings, which keeps its appeal and picturesque despite being one of the most visited places in the country. Our award evening will be the arrival in Bikaner city guarding the desert and received caravans, used the hospitality. Overnight at hotel.
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BIKANER
Bikaner is our first stop in the desert. We will have the morning to visit Junagarh Fort, one splendid example of palace architecture. In addition, Bikaner is famous for its Jain temples multicolored visit a rickshaw ride through the ancient city. The city is also famous for schools of miniatures can visit those who want it. A 28 kms from Bikaner is the Karni Mata Temple in Deshnoke, known for worshiping rats, reincarnations of the descendants of the fourteenth century mystic Karni Mata. Overnight at hotel. * Recommendations: Bikaner is not recommended restaurants, so the best places to eat and Dining are the hotel restaurants.
09
BIKANER-JAISALMER
Morning drive to Jaisalmer, one of the most extraordinary cities in India, known as the Golden City. We arrive after lunch, perfect time to visit the relaxed Gadi Sagar, the lake that provided water to the city. At sunset, we can not miss the sunset from Vyas Chhatri, the royal cenotaphs reminiscent site incineration of the kings and princes of Jaisalmer. Overnight at hotel.
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JAISALMER
The City of Jaisalmer Fort stands on top of a gentle hill overlooking the desert. described as a gem merchants caravans, hides richly decorated havelis and palaces with intricate reliefs that have been declared World Heritage by UNESCO. Can visit the Fort, Gate Sun, Megh Durbar and magnificent Jain temples. Outside the walls, another great attraction of Jaisalmer havelis and palaces are the merchants. The most significant are the Patwon, Salim Singh and Nathmal. Khuri: In the afternoon we go to the dunes of Khuri to see a sunset, but this time on the dunes desert sand. It is a small area of large dunes in the desert of Thar. It is a quiet town located in the desert border with Pakistan, about 40 kms away. There will be taken for a walk by camel from the small town to its dunes. Overnight at Jaisalmer. * Recommendation: If you like spicy try the Gatta Curry’s most famous dish of Jaisalmer
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JAISALMER -JODHPUR
After breakfast, depart to Jodhpur known as the Blue City, named for the privilege was granted to Brahmins to paint this color their homes. Visit the Fort Mehranghar: fort, which still belongs to the Maharaja of Jodhpur and is embedded in a rock-mountain 125 m high overlooking the city with a form simply unbelievable. Overnight in Jodhpur. * With the entry are included headphones into Castilian explaining the history of the fort and the city. * Recommendation: In Jodhpur prepares the best Lassi across India. It is a drink yogurt cardamom, cinnamon, sugar and saffron. It is located in the Market Clock Tower.
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JODHPUR -JAIPUR
The journey between Jodhpur and Jaipur is a long way, but in good condition. At the end awaits us capital of Rajasthan, a city with a cultural offer unparalleled. Among the options offered is visit a genuine Bollywood. The Raj Mandir room is considered more capable of India and environment theaters of yesteryear still breathing. For those who do not like Indian cinema, found in Jaipur from dinners to approach folk music and dances of this region to luxurious bars cups. Overnight at hotel.
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JAIPUR
Day to visit the Pink City, the capital of Rajasthan. Pink walls of the old city harbor monuments such as the Jantar Mantar, the largest astronomical observatory in the world, and the delicate Palace of Winds, where the women of the court observed chores bazaar. visit Also Amber Fort which you can climb on the back of an elephant, jeep or on foot. The ancient capital the kingdom of Jaipur with its intricate marble work, inlays and frescoes perfectly recreates the lifestyle of Rajasthani monarchies. Back to Jaipur we can walk around town, getting lost in bazaars, experience the atmosphere of the quaint town full of women with large silver bracelets men lean with colorful turbans, camel carts and dazzling goods. Overnight at hotel.
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JAIPUR -ABANERI-AGRA
Departure from Jaipur to Agra. Halfway stop in the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri, the complex Akbar palaces that were built as new capital for the Mughal Empire. A few years after transfer of the court, was abandoned due to problems with the water supply. Its ruins, in perfect condition conservation, they are like an architectural skeleton of the most brilliant period of Muslim India. Lunch on arrival at Agra route, where you can visit the afternoon will visit the Taj Mahal, work culmination of Mughal architecture, built between 1631 and 1648 by Emperor Shah Jahan for housing the tomb of his beloved wife. Overnight at hotel. * Recommendation: watch the sunset from the gardens of the Taj Mahal and with a little luck you can seen as the white marble Taj is changing in tone with the sun and the arrival of the darkness.
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AGRA -DELHI- TRANSFER TO AIRPORT
In the morning, visit Agra Fort, with its impressive marble pavilions and red walls. We will also have the chance to stroll through the market of the old city and visit the Great Mosque. Lunch at Agra and departure to Delhi, arriving mid afternoon. We can use to a visit as the Lotus Temple or head to one of its most vibrant neighborhoods like Hauz Khas Village center designers, artists, musicians and bohemians. Overnight at hotel.
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DELHI -YOUR -COUNTRY
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