15 Days North India Special Tour

Day 01: Delhi Arrival

Arrival at IGI Airport and transfer to Hotel. Delhi, Delhi is a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with crumbling havelis and formidable mosques. In contrast, the imperial city of New Delhi created by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings. Time free at leisure, over night stay at Hotel. 

Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing 

After breakfast sightseeing of Delhi, visit  Jama Masjid, This great mosque of old Delhi is the largest in India, it was begun in 1644 and ended up being the final architctural extravagance of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Lotus Temple, this temple is built in the shape of a lotus flower and is the last of seven Major Bahai's temples built around the world.  Qutab Minar, It is a soaring, 73 m-high tower of victory, built in 1193 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak immediately after the defeat of Delhi's last Hindu kingdom. India Gate, At the centre of New Delhi stands the 42 m high India Gate, an "Arc-de-Triomphe" like archway in the middle of a crossroad. Birla Temple/Bengla Sahib Gurudwara.  Over night stay at Hotel. 

Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur

After breakfast drive to Jaipur, arrival and check inn to Hotel. Jaipur, It a bustling capital city and a business centre with all the trappings of a modern metropolis but yet flavored strongly with an age-old charm that never fails to surprise a traveler. Time free at leisure. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 04: Jaipur

After breakfast sightseeing of Jaipur, visit Amber Palace,  Amber was the ancient citadel of the ruling Kachwahas of Amber, before the capital was shifted to the plains, the present day Jaipur.  City Palace, is located in the heart of the walled city, the City Palace Complex gives you an idea about the farsightedness of the founder of Jaipur Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, Jantar Mantar, it was planed around 1732 and completed in 1735. Hawa Mahal, The poet king Sawai Pratap Singh built this palace of winds. This is  easily the most well-known landmarks of Jaipur and is also its icon. Located in the City Palace complex, it is best viewed from the road outside.  Over night stay at Hotel. 

Day 05: Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra

After breakfast drive to Agra, on the way visit Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri is an epic in red sandstone. A city of yeasteryear, today lost in the mists of time. Fatehpur Sikri was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar during 1564 A.D.  And continue drive to Agra, arrival and check in to Hotel. Agra, Agra has found its mention in the famous Hindu epic Mahabharat as the forest of Agraban close to Mathura. Badal Singh founded the city in 1475. Sikandar Lodhi made Agra his capital city. Later, Babur defeated the Lodhis to capture the city situated on the banks of River Yamuna and thus, the long association of Mughals with Agra started, later on sightseeing of Agra visit Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal is one of the most graceful and extravagant monuments in India. The seventh wonder of the world, it attracts thousands of tourists every year, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan and construction begun in 1630. & Agra For. Over night stay at Hotel. 

Day 06: Agra – Haridwar

After breakfast drive to Haridwar, arrival and check into Hotel. Haridwar, Haridwar is the gateway to the four pilgrimages and starting point on the journey to the sacred sources of the rivers Ganga and the Yamuna. Evening  enjoy Arti of Ganga at Har Ki Pauri, over night stay at Hotel. 

Day 07: Haridwar –Rishikesh

After breakfast sightseeing of Haridwar, visit Har Ki pauri, Hari ki pauri ghat was built by King Vikramaditya to commemorate the descending of Ganga after years of difficult prayers and fasting done by his ancestor Bhagirathi. Mansa Devi Temple, Situated on the southern most hill of the Shivalik ranges is the Durga temple called Mansa Devi. One can reach this temple either on foot or by a cable car. Later on check out from Hotel and drive to Rishikesh. Arrival and check in to Hotel. Risikesh,  surrounded by hills and bisected by the wide and sluggish Ganges, is often claimed as the `Yoga Capital of the World'. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 08: Rishikesh

After breakfast sightseeing of Rishikesh visit Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula, It's a very popular place amongst people coming for religious purposes because it has very known Ashrams. Most known is Geeta Bhavan & Swarg Ashram and these temples are very important in Hindu society and you will see much more commotion here then in Lakshmanjhula. , this temple stands at a height of 926m on top of a hill across the river Ganga. It derives its name from Lord Shiva. According to mythological belief; the cosmic churning of the oceans (Sagar Manthan) for the potion of immortality (amrit) by the Gods and the Demons; produced a venomous liquid, which was consumed by Lord Shiva at this place. As a result, his throat became blue in color, which in Hindi literally means 'Neelkanth' (blue throat). The place is a favorite among the religious tourists. Swargashram, There is a cluster of ashrams on the eastern bank of the Ganges, and the place is popularly known as 'Swarga Ashram'. Most of these ashrams provide courses on yoga and spiritual studies, and are well-known among the tourists. Time free at leisure to explore Rishikesh at your own. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 09: Rishikesh – Mussoorie

After breakfast drive to Mussoorie, arrival and check inn to Hotel. Mussoorie, Mussoorie, Queen of the Hills, is among the most popular hill stations of the country. It is a captivating paradise for leisure travelers and honeymooners. Time free at leisure. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 10: Mussoorie – Shimla

After breakfast drive to Shimla, arrival and check inn to Hotel.  Shimla, The British empire may have ceased to exit, but its echo lingers on in Shimla (2205m). As the Summer Capital of the British in India, Shimla was the country's focus for the better part of every year and now, is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. Today, it has well developed facilities, easy accessibility and numerous attractions making it one of India's most popular hill resort. Time free at leisure. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 11:  Shimla

After breakfast sightseeing of Shimala, visit Kufri, At 2501m, this is famous for its wide views and ski slopes. An enjoyable walk leads up to the Mahasu Peak. Jakhoo Hill, At 2455m, this is the town's highest peak and a famous point for Shimla's famous views. The summit is crowned with a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Sankat Mochan Temple, This is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Rest time free at leisure to explore The Mall/The Ridge at your own. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 12: Shimla – Manali

After breakfast drive to Manali, arrival and check  in to Hotel, Manali, One day, Varvasvata, the seventh incarnation of Manu found a tiny fish in his bathing water. The fish told him to look after it with devotion as one day it would do him a great service. The seventh Manu cared for the fish till the day it grew so huge that he released it into the sea. Before departing, the fish warned Manu of an impending deluge when the entire world would be submerged and bade him to build a sea worthy ark. When the flood came, Varvasvata and seven sages were towed to safety by Matsya, the fish which is regarded as first avatar of Lord Vishnu. As the water subsided the seventh Manu's ark came to the rest on a hill side and the place was named Manali (2050 m) after him. Time free at leisure. Over night stay at Hotel. 

Day 13: Manali - Rohtang (at your own)

After breakfast proceed to Rohtang pass, the Rohtang Pass is at height of 3978 m. Solang valley and PM Hadimba Temple, Built in 1553 with a superbly crafted four tiered pagoda roof, it is famous for its exquisitely carved doorway. Manu Temple, This is dedicated to the sage Manu situated at old Manali. Vashisth,well known for its hot springs. There are old temples dedicated to the sage Vashisth and to Lord Rama. Monasteries, there are three recently built Tibetan monasteries at Manali. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 14: Manali – Chandigarh

After breakfasy drive to Chandigarh, arrival and check inn to Hotel. Chandigarh, Chandigarh is the best-planned city in India, with architecture which is world-renowned, and a quality of life, which is unparalleled. As the capital of the states of Punjab and Haryana, and the Union Territory of Chandigarh it is a prestigious city. Time free at leisure to explore Chandigarh city at your own. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 15: Chandigarh  – Kurukshetra - Delhi

After breakfast drive to Delhi, on the way visit Kurukshetra, Kurukshetra is a place of great historical and religious importance, revered all over the country for its sacred association with the Vedas and the Vedic Culture. It was here that the battle of Mahabharat was fought and Lord Krishna preached His Philosophy of 'KARMA' as enshrined in the Holy Bhagwad-Gita, to Arjuna at Jyotisar. Later on drive to Delhi. Arrival at Delhi and drop to Airport/Railway station/Hotel.

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