Travelpack

Highlights: Delhi - Vrindavan - Agra - Jaipur - Goa - Mumbai

Hotels Featured:
➤Le Meridien 5*
➤Sarovar Portico Vrindavan 4*
➤Grand Mercure
➤Shahpura House 4*
➤Adhiroha Yoga Retreat 5*
➤Radisson Blu Resort, Cavelossim Beach 5*

Itinerary:
➤Tue 11 Mar 25 - Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport this Morning. Welcome to India!!!
Meet and Greet at the airport upon arrival by our airport representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Standard check in time is 1400 hrs.
Later check into your hotel with rest time is at Leisure.
Overnight at the Hotel
Delhi is the capital city of India and is regarded as the heart of the nation. The city is popular for its enriched culture and heritage. The city hosts some famous historical monuments and is developing with the passing of time. The influence of religious diversity can be seen in the city along with the cultural impact of the Mughal, the ancient Indian and the British. There are many beautiful gardens in the city, away from pollution and busy city life that provide opportunities to walk leisurely in the midst of greenery.

➤Wed 12 Mar 25 - Delhi
Breakfast at the Hotel. Later, proceed on a full day city tour of Old and New Delhi visiting Raj Ghat, RedFort, Humayuns Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Gate and drive past some secretariat buildings such as Parliament House and Presidents House etc. Raj Ghat - Raj Ghat which also means Kings Court is located on the banks of the Holy Yamuna River on Mahatma Gandhi Ring Road in Delhi officially named after the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi
Jiwho was also one of India's greatest Leaders and freedom fighters who believed that Independence can be achieved by non violence and simple methods like fasting to death, which contrasted with many other Freedom Fighters who believed more in bloodshed and battles. Mahatma Gandhi Ji was probably one of the greatest and undisputed leaders well respected by everyone. He led the way of non-violence and a righteous path in order to force the British to Quit India. He alsoactively participated in many freedom movements including the Quit India Movement and was always in the forefront of it as its leader sincerely trying hard for the Independence of India and hence, Father ofthe Nation is a well deserved name given to him.
Red Fort - (Closed on Mondays) the Complex was built as the palace fort of Shahjahanabad the new capital of the fifth Mughal Emperor of India, Shah Jahan. Named for its massive enclosing walls of red sandstone, it is adjacent to an older fort, the Salimgarh, built by Islam Shah Suri in 1546, with which it forms the Red Fort Complex. The private apartments consist of a row of pavilions connected by a continuous water channel, known as the Nahr-i-Behisht (Stream of Paradise). The Red Fort is consideredto represent the zenith of Mughal creativity which, under the Shah Jahan, was brought to a new level of refinement. The planning of the palace is based on Islamic prototypes, but each pavilion revealsarchitectural elements typical of Mughal building, reflecting a fusion of Persian, Timurid and Hindu traditions. The Red Forts innovative planning and architectural style, including the garden design,strongly influenced later buildings and gardens in Rajasthan, Delhi, Agra and further afield. Enjoy Cycle rickshaw ride in the busy market of Old Delhi Chandni Chowk to see the hustle &bustle of the local peoples daily life. One can enjoy street food if they wish as the market is very famous for the street food as well.
Humayuns Tomb - is the first of the grand dynastic mausoleums that were to become synonyms of Mughal architecture with the architectural style reaching its zenith 80 years later at the later Taj Mahal. Humayuns Tomb stands within a complex of 27.04 ha. that includes other contemporary, 16th centuryMughal garden-tombs such as Nila Gumbad, Isa Khan, Bu Halima, Afsarwala, Barbers Tomb and the complex where the craftsmen employed for the Building of Humayuns Tomb.
Enjoy your lunch in a local restaurant on your own and then continue your drive to visit New Delhi. Qutub Minar Built of red and buff sandstone and eloquently carved with inscriptional bands, the Qutub Minar is the tallest masonry tower in India, measuring 72.5 metres high, with projecting balconies forcalling all Muadhdhin to prayer. An iron pillar in the courtyard gave the mosque a unique Indian aesthetic.
The Qutub Minar, is a minaret and "victory tower" that forms part of the Qutb complex, which lies at the site of Delhis oldest fortified city, Lal Kot, founded by the Tomar Rajputs.It is a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site in the Mehrauli area of South Delhi, India. It is one of the most visited tourist spots in thecity, mostly built between 1199 and 1220. The India Gate commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in the 1st world war. 13516 names of British and Indian soldiers killed in the Afghan War of 1919 are engraved on the arch and foundations. Under the arch, glows the Amar Jawan Jyoti flame commemorating Indian armed forces losses in the Indo- Pakistan war of 1971.
Later drive pass Rashtrapati Bhawan( Presidents Palace ), once the Viceroys residence and now the official residence of the President of India. Designed by Lutyens, it combines western and eastern styles -the dome reflects the Buddhist stupa, the chhattris Hindu and the graceful colonnades very British. Ithas 340 rooms.
Return to the Hotel post visit. Overnight at the hotel.

➤Thu 13 Mar 25 - Delhi Vrindavan ( Drive: 160 kms / 3.5 hrs approx)
Breakfast at the Hotel. Later check out from the Hotel and then drive to Vrindavan, Upon arrival checkinto your Hotel. Rest afternoon is at leisure.
Evening pay your visit to the Lord Krishna Temple with your guide at Mathura 10 kms from Vrindavan. Lord Krishna Temple - The Krishna Janmasthan Temple Complex is a group of Hindu temples situatedin Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India. There are three main temples inside the premises -- Keshavdev templewhich is dedicated to Krishna, Garbh Griha where Krishna is believed to be born in Dvapar Yuga andBhagvata Bhavan where presiding deities are Radha Krishna.
The place has held religious significance since at least the 6th century BCE with findings of religiousartifacts in excavations.The temples were destroyed multiple times throughout history, most recently bythe Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in 1670. He built the Shahi Eidgah mosque there, which still stands. In the 20th century, the new temple complex adjacent to mosque was built with the financial help fromindustrialists. Post visit return to the Hotel and get ready for the next day celebrations of this religious Place. Overnightat the Hotel

➤Fri 14 Mar 25 - In Vrindavan
Breakfast at the hotel.
On this day you will enjoy Holi celebrations at the Hotel itself with the staff and guests of this hotel.
Holi - Holi of Braj in India is popular not only in the country but all over the world and a large number oftourists from abroad also come here to see it. The most important thing is that the festival of Holi is celebrated only for two days in the entire country. Holika Dahan on one day and Holi of colors on the next day. But in Braj, the festival of Holi lasts for 40 days and every day Holi is celebrated in a differentstyle.
During this, the entire Braj region and every village here looks drenched in colors. . Let us tell youthat in Braj, the festival of Holi starts from Basant Panchami and during this time, Holi is celebrated withKanha ji in different ways in Barsana, Nandgaon, Vrindavan, Gokul and many other places. In 2025 Holika Dahan will take place on 13th March and the festival of Holi will be celebrated on 14th March.
Overnight at the Hotel.

➤Sat 15 Mar 25 - Vrindavan - Agra (Drive: 60 kms / 1.5 hrs approx)
Breakfast at the Hotel. Rest morning is at Leisure.
Check out from the Hotel at 12:00 Noon and then drive to Vrindavan. Upon arrival check into your hotel with rest evening is free. Overnight at the hotel.
Agra - is a city offering a discovery of the beautiful era. Agra has a rich history, reflected in its numerous monuments dotted in and around the city. The earliest citation for Agra comes from the my thological era,where the epic Mahabharata refer Agra as Agravana meaning paradise in Sanskrit. Ptolemy, the famous second century A.D. geographer, was the first person who referred Agra with its modern name. The Modern Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodi, ruler of Lodi dynasty in 16th century. It was when Shah Jahan descended the Mughal throne that Agra reached the zenith of architectural beauty.

➤Sun 16 Mar 25 - In Agra
Breakfast at the Hotel. Later proceed with your guide for a full day city tour of Agra visiting TajMahal, Agra fort and Baby Taj. The Magnificent monument to Love Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays) Overlooking the River Yamuna,the Taj Mahal is a classic example of Mughal architecture, with the Taj itself built as a mausoleum at the northern end of an extensive formal walled garden designed in the charbagh style and structured on the Islamic theme of paradise. The whole site was built by Shah Jahan between 1632 and 1653 as the finalresting place of his favourite wife Arjumand Bann Begum (also known as Mumtaz Mahal) who died in 1631 shortly after giving birth to their fourteenth child. Upon his death in 1666, Shah Jahan was buriedalongside his wife in the Taj. Agra Fort A massive red-sandstone fort located on the banks of River Yamuna was built under the commission of Emperor Akbar in 1565 and was further built by his grandson Shah Jahan. The fort, semi- circular on plan, is surrounded by a 21.4 m high fortification wall. The fort was built primarily as a military structure; parts of it are still reserved under Indian Army. Shah Jahan transformed it into apalace, later it became his gilded prison for eight years after his son Aurangzeb seized power in 1658.
The fort houses a maze of buildings, including vast underground sections. The Amar Singh Gate to the south is the sole entry point. A path leads straight from here up to the large Moti Masjid. Just before thisis the open Diwan-e-Aam, where Shah Jahan listened to peoples petitions or issues. A small staircasejust to the left of Diwan-e-Aam throne leads up to a large courtyard. To the left is a beautiful whitemarble Nagina Masjid. Other places to see within the Fort are: Diwan-e-Khas - which once housed ShahJahans legendary Peacock throne and the diamond Koh-I-Noor, Shish Mahal- a palace with walls inlaidwith tiny mirrors, and Khas Mahal - the white octagonal tower and palace. In the South of the fort, thereis a huge red-sandstone Jahangirs
Palace, built by Akbar probably for his son Jahangir. Itmadud daulah also known as baby Taj - A masterpiece of design and construction, this tomb wasbuilt under the commission of Empress Noor Jahan in memory of her father Mirza Ghias Beg in 1623-28A.D. This ornate tomb is considered a precursor of Taj Mahal. It is built completely in white marble andreflects a dazzling charm to the visitors.
Post visit return to the Hotel for rest and relax. Overnight at the Hotel.

➤Mon 17 Mar 25 - Agra Jaipur ( Drive: 245 kms/ 5-6 hrs approx)
Optional: enjoy Sunrise visit to the Taj if you wish @ an extra Cost. You will leave the hotel at around 15 hrs to reach Taj Mahal Gage at 5:30 to enjoy the panoramic view of the Taj during Sunrise. Cost forthe Entrance fee as well as guide charges for this visit would be INR 3500.00 per person extra while our car is free for this visit as a special case.
Return to the Hotel for breakfast after the visit and check out.
Post breakfast, drive to Jaipur. The Journey will take approx. 6 hrs to reach at Jaipur. On the way stop at Fatehpur Sikri to visit this deserted city. Fatehpur Sikri is a beautiful and deserted medieval city, built by Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great in the 16th century to serve as the capital of his vast empire. It was mysteriously abandoned 13 years later. Today, it is perfectly preserved as a ghost city built at the height of the empire's splendour. The name of the city is derived from the village called Sikri which occupied the spot before. An Archaeological
survey of India excavation from 1999 to 2000 indicated that there was a habitation, temples and commercial centres here before Akbar built his capital. The region was settled by Sungasfollowing their expansion. Post visit, continue your drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival check into your hotel with the rest evening atleisure. Pay your visi9t to the Local market on own and enjiy Cycle Rickshaw to explore the local marketof Jaipur if you wish.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Jaipur known as the pink city of India, due to the dominant colour scheme of its buildings. Jaipur was founded in 1727 by the Rajput Ruler Raja Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amer, after whom the city is named. It was one of the earliest planned cities of modern India, designed by Vidyadhar Bhattacharaya during the British Colonial period, the city served as the capital of Jaipur State. After independence in 1947, Jaipur was made the capital of the newly formed state of Rajasthan.

➤Tue 18 Mar 25 - In Jaipur
Breakfast at the Hotel. Later, proceed to visit Amber Fort by Jeep.
Amber Fort situated 130 m high with the Aravalli hills around and 11 km north of Jaipur. Upon arrivalat Amber Fort you will be taken upto the fort by Elephants who are nicely dressed up with different Colours of Rajasthani clothes. The Amer Fort, situated in Amber, 11kms from Jaipur, is one of the mostfamous Fort of Rajasthan State in Jaipur. Amer, originally, was the capital of the state before Jaipur. It isan old fort, built in 1592 by Raja Man Singh. This fort is also very popularly known as the Amer Palace.
The Amer Fort was built in red sandstone and marble and the Maotha Lake adds a certain charm to the entire Fort. Though the fort is quite old and may even look so from the outside, it is beautiful on theinside and boasts of various buildings of prominence like the 'Diwan-i-Aam', the 'Sheesh Mahal' and eventhe 'Sukh Mahal'. The Amer Fort has influences of both Hindu and Muslim architecture. This fort also hasthe 'Shila Devi' Temple and the 'Ganesh Pol' which is a gate that leads to the private palaces of the kings.The Amer Fort has_many pavilion Fort of Rajasthan Ons and halls of great interest and other popular attractions. Post visit Amber fort , Continue your drive to visit the City of Jaipur including City Palace, Observatory (Jantar Mantar), Hawa Mahal and the local Market.
The Maharajahs 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 (Observatory) This is the largest and best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. Have a look it and explore the great Idea of King Jai Singhwho made it many years ago.
Hawa Mahal The ornamental facade of this Palace of Winds is a landmark in Jaipur. Its five storeystructure of pink sandstone encrusted with fine tellies work and balconies has 953 inches and windows. Itwas built in 1799 by Pratap Singh and was a royal grandstand for palace women. Post visit, drive past the local market passing through the Johri Bazaar where you can buy some some precious stones or Jewellery if you wish as Jaipur is also known as a shopping paradise and then comeback to your hotel for rest and relax.
Overnight at the Hotel.

➤Wed 19 Mar 25 - Jaipur Goa
Early morning transfer to the airport to board flight fro Goa. Meet upon arrival at Goa airport and transfer to Adhiroha Yoga Retreat.
Experience a heavenly Yoga Retreat in Goa at Adhiroha, a sanctuary nestled in the heart of nature'ssplendor. Our retreat is a haven for rejuvenating your mind, body, and soul through daily yoga and meditation sessions, complemented by the soothing ocean sounds. Relish in our nourishing vegetarian and Ayurvedic cuisine, designed for holistic health. Immerse yourself in Goa's captivating beaches and rich culture, while participating in enlightening workshops that deepen your yoga knowledge. Our Yoga Getaway in Goa is more than a retreat; it's a journey of self- exploration. We also offer a comprehensive Yoga TTC Program, making us the Best YogaSchool in Goa for those seeking both relaxation and profound learning. Join us for an unforgettable experience of personal growth and peace.
Upon arrival check into the Retreat. Enjoy your Lunch at the Retreat.
Evening 16: 00 - 17:30 Hrs Enjoy special Yoga Workshop with other members at the Retreat
18:00 1815 hrs Bhakti Yoga activities at the Retreat
Overnight at the Retreat.

➤Thu 20 Mar 25 - In Goa
6:00 7:00 AM Beach Activities
7:00 - 7:30 AM Tea Break
7:30 9:00 AM Pranayam & meditation
9:30 10:00 AM Breakfast
10:00 11;15 AM Spritiual & Philosphy lecture
13:00 14:00 PM Lunch at the Retreat
14;00 16:00 PM Break
16;00 17;30 PM Special Yoga Workshop
18:00 - 1815 PM Bhakti Yoga activity
Overnight at the Retreat.

➤Fri 21 Mar 25 - In Goa
6:00 7:00 AM Beach Activities
7:00 - 7:30 AM Tea Break
7:30 9:00 AM Pranayam & meditation
9;30 10:00 AM Breakfast
10:00 11;15 - Spritiual & Philosphy lecture
Check out from the Adhiroha Retreat at 12:30 Noon and then transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Resort at Cavelosim beach.
Check in time is 14:00 hrs at the Hotel. Rest time is free for independent activities.
Overnight at the Hotel.

➤Sat 22 Mar 25 - Sun 23 Mar 25 - In Goa
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Rest time is free for independent activities.
Overnight at the Hotel.

➤Mon 24 Mar 25 - Goa Mumbai
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Rest day is free for independent activities.
Check out from the Hotel at 12:00noon
Enjoy the beach till the evening .
Early evening in time transfer to Goa airport to board flight for Mumbai at 2345 hrs.

➤Tue 25 Mar 25 - Mumbai London
Arrive Mumbai early this morning at 0105 hrs and connect on own for your onward flight for London Heathrow

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