DURATION: 17 NIGHTS/18 DAYS
PLACES TO VISIT: DELHI-JAIPUR-AGRA-MATHURA-HARIDWAR-AYODHYA-VARANASI- BANGKOK – AYUTTHAYA – KANCHANABURI
DAY 01
ARRIVE DELHI (DINNER)
On arrival in Delhi, you will be given a garland welcome and will be transferred to Hotel. Our representative will assist your check in at the hotel Have a good night rest.
DAY 02
DELHI (BREAKFAST AND DINNER)
Morning after breakfast proceed for the tour of DELHI visiting the Lakshmi Narayan Temple- enjoy the beauty of the amazing temple and will be provided with a Guided tour, later will proceed to Old Delhi visiting the Narrow streets of Old Delhi, enjoy the famous bicycle Rickshaw ride to enjoy the crowded streets of Old Delhi, proceed to visit the Rajghat- cremation place of Mahatma Gandhi, and New Delhi to visit India Gate- A gate made in the memory of the soldiers who sacrificed their live for the country, later will have a stop at Rashpathi bhawan- A president’s palace, an official residence of president of India, Later proceed to visit the Qutub Minar- One of the tallest Minarets in India, Enjoy the ruins of temples and beautiful workmanship done on it and the last monument for the day to visit will be Bhai temple- A lotus shaped monuments. Later proceed back to hotel. Overnight in hotel.
DAY 3
DELHI-JAIPUR (5HR DRIVE) (BREAKFAST AND DINNER)
Today after breakfast drive to Jaipur is called the Pink city of India. Jaipur is famous for its palace, forts, Museums’ and Havel’s. On arrival and check in hotel. Freshen up and later proceed to visit Palace of Winds. HAWA MAHAL – The ornamental facade of this “Palace of Winds “is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trellis work and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women. Overnight in Jaipur.
DAY 4
JAIPUR (BREAKFAST AND DINNER)
After Breakfast, You will be visit to Pink City Jaipur visit to AMBER FORT PALACE – Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression
CITY PALACE – A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
JANTAR MANTAR – This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use. Later part of the day to explore the Shopping in Jaipur, Jaipur is famous for Precious and Semiprecious stone, visit the famous Gems factory and later part will be visiting the Carpet weaving factory famous for its s handmade carpets and much more. Enjoy the visit for more shopping for the buy dresses and Shawl. Overnight in hotel.
DAY 05
JAIPUR-AGRA (APPROX. 5HRS DRIVE) (BREAKFAST & DINNER)
Today after breakfast, drive to Agra, on arrival and check in to the hotel after freshening up, proceed for a guided tour of Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It took more than 22 years and more than 10000 workers from around the world to make Taj Mahal. Mughal Emperor Shahjahan made Taj Mahal to show love for her beloved wife Mumtaz. After a visit to Agra Fort, a famous fort overlooking the Taj Mahal, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 06
AGRA-MATHURA/VRINDAVAN (BREAFKAST/DINNER) (2HRS DRIVE)
Today after breakfast, drive to Matura, “Mathura, the birth place of Lord Krishna”. On arrival and check-in to the hotel, after freshening up, visit Sri Krishna Janamsthan, Dwarikadheesh Temple, Mata Vaishno Devi Temple, Iskon Temple, Banke Bihari G Temple, Nidhivan, Rang G Temple, Pagalbaba Temple, Birla Temple, and Shanti Kunj. In the evening, proceed to Prem Mandir for a light and sound show, and overnight stay.
DAY 07
MATHURA-HARIDWAR (DRIVE 5 TO 6HRS) (BREAKFAST AND DINNER)
Morning after breakfast drive to Haridwar, which is considered as one of the holiest Hindu pilgrim centers in India. The main attractions at Haridwar are the Ganga Ghats, temples and Ashrams. On arrival and check in hotel, after freshen up proceed for the Aarti by the ghats.
DAY 08
RISHIKESH (BREAKFAST AND DINNER)
Today after breakfast visit Laxmanjhula, Laxman Temple, Trambakeshwar Temple, Ramjhula, Gita Bhawan & Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Visit Bharat Mandir & Evening aarti at Triveni Ghat. Evening return to hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 09
HARIDWAR-DELHI (APPROX. 5-6HRS DRIVE) (BREAKFAST AND DINNER)
Today after breakfast drive to Delhi, on arrival and visit to Swaminarayan Akshardham is a Hindu temple, and spiritual-cultural campus in Delhi, India. The temple is close to the border with Noida. Also referred to as Akshardham Temple or Akshardham Delhi, the complex displays millennia of traditional and modern Hindu culture, spirituality, and architecture. Later transfer to Hotel and check in hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 10
DELHI-AYODHYA (FLIGHT) (BREAKFAST & DINNER) (BREAKFAST AND DINNER)
After breakfast, you will be dropped off at the Delhi airport for the flight to Ayodhya. On arrival in Ayodhya, check into the hotel. Afternoon: visit the Ram Janam Bhumi and all the other temples. Later, proceed back to the hotel.
DAY 11
AYODHYA-VARANASI (APPROX. 4-5HRS DRIVE) (BREAKFAST & DINNER)
Today after breakfast, drive to Varanasi. On arrival, check into the hotel. After freshening up, it’s a perfect time to be by the ghats and experience the spiritual bliss by being there for rituals. Experience the lamp lit by the local priest, put on the holy Ganges to float, and chant the mantra and holy songs and bhajans. Enjoy the spiritual harmony. Later, come back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 12
VARANASI (BREAKFAST AND DINNER)
Early in the morning, proceed to Ghat and enjoy the boat ride. Varanasi: Experience the excursion on the Ganges. People bathe early in the morning to offer prayers to the rising sun. The two cremation ghats are Manikarnika and Harishchandra, where funeral pyres burn day and night. Every pious Hindu believes that to die in Kashi and to be cremated on the banks of the Ganges is to attain release from the cycle of birth and death. And visit Bairavar Temple, Vishalakshi Temple, and Annapurna Temple. Later, take an excursion tour to Sarnath, a Buddhist temple. Evening return to hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 13
VARANASI-DELHI-BANGKOK (FLIGHT) (BREAKFAST)
Today after breakfast, drop off at Varanasi airport for the flight to Bangkok via Delhi.
DAY 14
ARRIVE BANGKOK
On arrival in Bangkok, you will be welcome and will be transferred to Hotel. Our representative will assist & Visit Wat Yai Chaimongkon, one can see the large pagodas, built to celebrate the victory of his single-handed combat on the elephant’s back during Aythutaya capital. Visit to Wat Mahathat a ruined temple typical of Ayutthaya famous for the Buddha head engulfed in the tree trunk. Visit Ayutthaya Floating Market has many interesting corners for exploration, starting from the entrance with Ayothaya Floating Market’s sign that imitates the Old City Wall, the massive Thai traditional child doll, the wooden bridge, as well as well-decorated shops and stores that demonstrate Thai unique identity. Tourists can take a boat ride along the canal and relish a different kind of experience. Take photos with elephants and feed them. Enjoy a unique and memorable transfer around Ayutthaya in a quirky frog tuk-tuk, adding a touch of fun to you. Arrive at Visit Wat Chai Watthanaram (Temple of Increasing Victory) is a Buddhist temple in the city of Ayutthaya Historical Park, Thailand, on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, outside Ayutthaya island. It is one of Ayutthaya’s best known temples and a major tourist attraction, Evening Transfer back hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 15
BANGKOK
Today after breakfast Depart from hotel to Rattanakosin Island, the original area of Bangkok when it was first established as the capital over 250 years ago: Visit Royal Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) this Bangkok landmark hich features some of the most spectacular architecture in South East Asia should be the first place on a visitor’s itinerary. The palace, begun in 1782, consists of several building with highly decorated architectural details. The magnificent Royal chapel, Wat Phra Kaew, which is in the same compound, house the Emerald Buddha, the most sacred Buddha image in Thailand.
Travel by motor Launch or long-tailed speed boat on, the pictures Chao Phraya River and Klong (or Canals) to see the scene family homes and temples along the water – way which gives this city the name ‘Venice of the east’ Along the way, stop at the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) whose 79 m spire silhouette has become so identified with Bangkok. There will be ample opportunity to photograph the agnificent multicolored porcelain-studded towersBoat tour long-tailed speed boat on, the pictures Chao Phraya River and Klong or Canals
Visit Wat Pho, The Temple of the Reclining Buddha the largest and oldest in Bangkok. Visit Asiatique The Riverfront Destination
16.00 pm Check in point warehouse7 Dinner Cruise (Sunset)
17.00 pm Dinner Cruise (Sunset) 17.00-18.45 pm. White Orchid River Cruise (5)
18.45 pm Back go to the pier Asiatoque
9.45 pm Calypso Cabaret Show Starting Time 19.45-20.35 pm
21.00 pm Transfer black to your hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 16
BANGKOK
Today after breakfast 07:00 am Depart Bangkok by road to Samut Songkhram Province. Visit the Amazing railway market in Samut Songkhram. Most people call this market is “Talad Rom Hoob” that mean the closed umbrella market. (Mae Klong Railway Station 08.30 am) 09.20 am Arriving at the jetty you board long-tailed boats and cruise through the many small canals that takes you to the market at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Here you will be fascinated by boats of various shapes and sizes used by local merchants to ferry their goods.
Visit to Sampran Elephant Ground & Zoo Crocodile Wrestling Show: Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo also offers spectacular shows of Crocodile Wrestling between man and crocodiles. It has been acclaimed to have one of the cleanest and most impressive public crocodile displays in the world. (CITES 1991)
Elephant Theme Show: for the first time ever an elephant show complete with dramatic sounds and narration. Be entertained by demonstrations of elephants at work, playing football dancing and at play. See for yourself how elephants are rounded up and used during battles in ancient Siam, where elephants were once used by Siamese and Burmese armies dressed in full battle gear.
Return back to your hotel for overnight stay
DAY 17
BANGKOK-KANCHANABURI
Today after breakfast Leave Bangkok for Kanchanaburi. Arrive at Kanchanaburi
Visit Kanchanaburi War Cemetery which is memorial to some 6000 allied prisoners of war (POWs) who perished along the death railway line and were moved post-war to this eternal resting place.
Visit the world famous Bridge over the River Kwai, part of Death Railway constructed by Allied POWs
Take a historic ride on Death Railway Train passing over original wooden viaduct constructed by Allied POWs
Arrive Tham Krasae Railway Station.
Then transfer to Phutakien pier and take a long-tail boat from Phu Takien pier to River Kwai Resotel. Check-in upon arrival.
Take a long-tailed boat to visit Mon tribal village, Enjoy storytelling and feel proud of the history by a master of the Mon dance which is truly legacy from generation to generation. The Native Mon Cultural Dance is the live orchestra of authentic Mon People and very rare performance that hardly find elsewhere today. Visit the Golden Rock, Buddha image cave and village school , sit down and talking with original Mon people concerning history religion culture and dances. Experience how to wear “Sa-rong” Mon costume and how to play “Saba” traditional Mon game. Making Tanaka powder from the wood and bark of the Tanaka tree extensively as a natural cosmetic, sunscreen, skin treatment, and insect repellent. Then take a short walk on easy jungle tail along the River bank to get to the stunning viewpoint of River Kwai. Then return to hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 18
HELLFIRE PASS KANCHANABURI – PHRA PATHOM CHEDI NAKORN PATHOM – BANGKOK OUT
Today after breakfast at the Hotel Check-out and take a long-tail boat to Phu Takien pier. Visit the Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre. The interpretive centre presents the history of the Burma-Thailand railway under chronological and thematic headings, explaining the rationale for the railway, the way in which it was constructed and the hardship experienced by those who worked on it. Then you can descend the long set of stairs behind the museum to Hellfire Pass Memorial Walking Trail following the original rail bed. Visit Phra Pathom Chedi, It is a towering tribute to Buddhism, a place worthy of being worshipped of Nakhon Phathom. Chedi which, 235.50 meters high, is the biggest Chedi in Thailand, and is also the tallest of Buddhist monuments in the world. The Chedi’s upper terrace is surrounded by the bell towers which are spaced at intervals. Later drop to Bangkok Airport.
Finish time good bye!!
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Note:
: Please do not wear shorts, sandals or no-sleeves inside the temple.
: Visitors are request to dress appropriately when visiting the Grand Palace & the Emerald Buddha Temple.The following attires are not permitted.
: Shirts or Blouses: Vest, Sleeveless shirts, Shirts or Blouses without collar, dress that resemble pajamas. Trousers and Skirts: all types of shorts including Bermuda shorts, Skin-tight trousers. Footwear:
Any shoes.
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