Sail the Eternal Ganges

Added in Backwaters India, Religious India Art

Destination Covered: Delhi, Rishikesh, Lucknow, Allahabad, Sirsa, Gopiganj, Chunar, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Agra

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Duration: 14 Days & 13 Nights Tour

Duration: 14 Days & 13 Nights

 

Destination Covered: Delhi-Rishikesh-Lucknow-Allahabad-Sirsa-Gopiganj-Chunar-Varanasi-Khajuraho-Agra

 

Route Map:

 

Note : On tour Guests are requested to carry a Photo ID proof along with them.

<strong>Day 01 : <strong>Arrive Delhi </strong> </strong>

Arrive Delhi and meet the representative at the arrival hall. In the afternoon proceed on a tour of the capital city. In the tour of the Old city visit Red Fort built by Emperor Shah Jahan; see Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosque in India, Raj Ghat- the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi and Shanti Van; walk along Chandni Chowk, the silver street of Delhi bustling with activity.

<strong>Day 02 : <strong>To Rishikesh</strong></strong>

Leave early and drive 5 hours to Rishikesh- an important point for beginning trips to Himalayan shrinesYamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. A tour of this place will take you to Bharat Mandir the oldest temple; Nilkanth Mahadev believed to be the place where Lord Shiva drank the poison churned out of the cosmic ocean; Raghunath Mandir and Triveni Ghat generally regarded as the most important places for religious ceremonies in Rishikesh. Also visit Chandreshwar Temple, Someshwar Temple, Lakshman and Shatrughan temples, if time permits. Some better known Ashrams are Sivanand Ashram started by Swami Sivanand, it has today grown into the Divine Life Society with branches in India and abroad; Yoga Niketan, an important meditation and Raja Yoga center; Swargashram, Geeta Bhavan.

<strong>Day 03 : <strong>To Lucknow</strong> </strong>

Drive 35kms to Haridwar for Har-Ki-Pauri, the sacred ghat constructed by King Vikramaditya in the memory of his brother Bhartrihari. The temple of Chandi Devi atop the Neel Parvat on the other bank of river Ganges was constructed in AD 1929 by Suchat Singh, the then King of Kashmir. The Vaishno Devi Temple here is newly constructed and a true replica of the original Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu. The Gurukul Kangadi University is a center of learning where education is imparted in the traditional Indian way. In the evening connect an overnight train to Lucknow. Overnight onboard.

<strong>Day 04 : <strong>Arrive Lucknow</strong> </strong>

Arrive Lucknow in the wee hours. Transfer to hotel. In the afternoon explore the city which was abode of the Nawabs of Avadh. Visit great Imambara built in the 18th century. Also visit The Lucknow Residency where the British Residents lived.

<strong>Day 05 : <strong>To Allahabad</strong></strong>

Travel to Allahabad by road. It has been a holy pilgrimage for Indians for thousands of years. Renowned for its University too, Allahabad has been responsible for giving the country some of its national political leaders and many scholars. Visit Sangam and Allahabad Fort with other attractions like Patalipuri Temple and Ashok Pillar etc.

<strong>Day 06 : <strong>To Sirsa </strong> </strong>

Early morning transfer to Sangam and switch over to your boat for a half day cruise to Sisar. All meals would be served on board the boat. On arrival in Sisar you will be transferred to your hotel/ camp.

<strong>Day 07 : <strong>To Gopiganj</strong> </strong>

Cruise from Sirsa to Gopiganj . All meals would be served on board.

<strong>Day 08 : <strong>To Chunar</strong> </strong>

Cruise along down to Chunar. Upon arrival, check-in at guest house for overnight stay. 

<strong>Day 09 : <strong>To Varanasi </strong> </strong>

Cruise from Chunar to Varanasi enroute visiting Fort Ramnagar Palace. On arrival check-in at hotel for overnight stay. During the course of the day you can visit Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimagepoint. Lord Buddha traveled to Sarnath to preach his first sermon. It has many Stupas, Monastries and temples. Overnight at the hotel. 

<strong>Day 10 : <strong>In Varanasi </strong> </strong>

Enjoy a boat ride on River Ganges. The most important facet of this holy city is the river and the Ghats lining its southern bank in the city. From dawn to dusk the Ghats are thronged by thousands of devotees, who perform their holy rituals in the hope of attaining eternal salvation, the ‘Nirvana’. Also visit temples like Kashi Vishwanath dedicated to Lord Shiva; Bharat Mata Mandir dedicated to Mother India; Durga Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Durga; Alamgir Mosque- originally a temple dedicated to Vishnu but now an odd mixture of Hindu and Muslim architectural styles. 

<strong>Day 11 : <strong>To Khajuraho</strong> </strong>

Travel by flight to Khajuraho today. In the afternoon proceed on a city tour of Khajuraho. This city is renowned for its magnificent temples built by the Chandela Kings. They are divided into three- eastern, western and southern group of Temples. Other noteworthy temples are Devi Jagadambe Temple, Chitragupta, Ishwanat, Lakshmana, Varaha and Matangeshwara Temple.

<strong>Day 12 : <strong>To Agra</strong></strong>

 In time transfer to airport enable board flight for Agra. Met and assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit the Taj Mahal. 20,00 workmen worked for 22 years to complete this poetry in marble built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains; Visit Agra Fort, a blend of architectural styles used during the reign of three emperors.

<strong>Day 13 : <strong>To Delhi</strong> </strong>

Morning depart for Delhi by road. A distance of 220kms will be covered in four hours. In the afternoon proceed on tour of the capital city. In the New city visit Qutab Minar, the tallest stone tower in India, Humayun’s Tomb built in the Indo Persian style and a predecessor to The Taj Mahal in Agra, India Gate – A War Memorial Arch; Lakshmi Narayan – a Hindu temple. Also drive past the Presidents house, Parliament house, Government secretariat buildings and Connaught place – the heart of New Delhi a busy shopping center. 

<strong>Day 14 : <strong>Leave Delhi</strong> </strong>

In time transfer to airport enable board flight for onward destination.  

 

<strong>Tour Inclusions</strong>

Tour Includes :
  • Accommodation on twin sharing basis for the duration of the tour in the itinerary.
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Coach transfers from First day meeting point of the group to the last day of the dropping point of the group of the tour.
  • All entrance fees of the sightseeing places mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Services of the Tour Manager from the first day of meeting point to the last day dropping point of the tour.

<strong>Tour Exclusions</strong>

Tour Excludes :
  • Cost of Rail or Airfare to and from the meeting and dropping place of the tour except Airport to Airport Tours / specifically mentioned in the tour itinerary.
  • Cost of any individual Airport / Railway station transfer
  • Any Increase in the Airfare / Hotel tariff charges.
  • Any Increase in the fuel surcharge or any kind of taxes levied by the respective government or statutory bodies.
  • Cost of extension of the validity or deviation from the route of the tour in case of Airport to Airport tours.
  • Porterage(Coolie charges), laundry, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), telephone charges, shopping, all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming the part of the group menus.
  • Cost of Insurance
  • Extra stay pre/post tour.
  • Any extra expenses incurred for changing the route due to any unforeseen circumstances, forced majuire instances, natural calamities, political disturbances, strikes etc.
  • Extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization or any Individual unforeseen cost incurring incidence.
  • In case of Pilgrimage tours cost of horse back, Doli, Helicopter (unless specifically mentioned), chopper etc.
  • Any private transfers taken to move from one place to another instead of coach
  • Additional extra topping if taken
  • If any activity/sightseeing done twice
  • Any add-on sightseeing/activities along with transfers if done other than mentioned in the tour program.
  • Fur coats/Jackets to visit snow point or any special attire required to visit any particular sightseeing place.
  • Any upgradation in the room category or air line class
  • Extra photographs clicked other than group photographs
  • Extra water bottle charges
  • Premium seat charges
  • Medicines required if any
  • Service or Government taxes as applicable from time to time
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘Your Tour Price Includes Column’.

 

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*** Although we pride ourselves in constantly maintaining our programm the above mentioned programme is subject to change without prior notice. ***