Description
Turban and Temple tour is the tours comprising of visits to the holy pilgrimage sites of India where you can not only get to know more about the rituals and customs of different religions, but you can also partake in the religious activities. By taking Turban and Temple tour, you get an opportunity of paying a visit to the Ancient temples, Sikh Temples (Gurudwara) and holy shrines. You can come across hundreds of spiritual thoughts and inherent beliefs during the India Turban & Temples tours. Since diversity prevails in every nook and corner of India, religion is no different. From north to south and from east to west, you will observe a significant variation in the beliefs and values of people during a spiritual tour to India.
Itinerary
Day 01 Arrival in Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi airport, meet our tour representative who will help you with guided transfer to the hotel. Complete the check-in formalities. Later on we will proceed for delhi sightseeing. The sightseeing tour of Delhi will include the Gurudwara Bungalow sahib, Humayun Tomb, India gate & President House (drive past only) Over night in your Hotel.
Day 02 - Delhi-Mathura-Agra (240km)
In the morning, after having our breakfast we drive to Agra. Enroute we will stop at Mathura. Mathura derives its glory & sacred character from being the birth place of Lord Krishna. Through centuries, it has attracted pilgrims from the Hindu, Buddhist and Jains. Krishna Janma Bhoomi Temple is built inside an ancient prison believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna. After we visit this temple we will drive to Agra. Arrive in Agra in the evening. Evening free for leisure activities.
Day 03 - Agra
Today we start our sightseeing by a visit to the Taj Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the Palace), who died at the age of 39 giving birth to her 14th child. After the visit of the Taj Mahal we proceed to visit the Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. The construction of this massive structure began in 1565 under Akbar's reign and continued till the time of his grandson's reign, Shah Jahan who built the impressive imperial quarters and mosque.
Day 04 - Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur (About 230km/5-6hrs)
After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Enroute we make a stop and visit Fatehpur Sikri, which was once an imperial capital frozen in time, constructed by Akbar the Great in the 16th century. This wonderful city constructed by red sand stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been built. It has been generally stated that it was due to failing in the water supply. In the evening arrive in Jaipur.
Day 05 - Jaipur
After breakfast we drive to Amber, 11 km. away from Jaipur. Amber was the ancient capital of Kachhawaha dynasty for 6 centuries before it was moved to newly created Jaipur. We will ascend to the Palace Fortress on the back of an Elephant. Enroute to Amber we visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains 953 small casements with each having its own balcony. The windows enabled cool air to circulate and the ladies to watch processions below without being seen. In the afternoon we visit the City Palace that is still the formal residence of the royal family, built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the museum of the City Palace we visit the private collection of the Jaipur Maharajas. We continue to Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory, and the largest of Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories. Its complex instruments reveal us the secrets of medieval Indian astronomy.
Day 06 - Jaipur – Pushkar (About 145 km/3hrs)
After breakfast visit the famous GaltaJi Temple ( Monkey Temple) then drive to Pushkar. Check in at Hotel then visit famous Hindu Brahma Temple and Lakes, explore local market then enjoy sunset view at sand dunes. Return to hotel and overnight stay.
Day 07 - Pushkar – Jaipur – Amritsar (By Air)
On this day we will drive to Jaipur. Check in at Jaipur International Airport to board flight for Amritsar. Check in at hotel and Overnight stay.
Day 08 - Amritsar
After breakfast enjoy full day sightseeing of Amritsar including Golden Temple, Jaliawala Bagh and in evening Vagha –Atari border for flag-changing ceremony. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 09 - Amritsar to New Delhi (By Air)
Transfer to Amritsar Airport to take flight for New Delhi and Further destination. Tour ends here!