Thursday, May 14, 2015

History of Delhi

Edwin Lutyens, the world famous architect, would have never set his mind on designing New Delhi and famed Connaught Place shopping center in the heart of India’s capital, had it not been for the glorious pass that it could boast of Lutyen called his creation as the “Rome of Hindoostan”. Lutyen perhaps could have drawn inspiration from the Persian inscription on the ceiling of the Diwan-e-khas (Hall of Nobles) at the glorious Red Fort which says “if there be a paradise on Earth; it is this. Oh it is this”. Firdaus

As much as it can boast of its chequered present, Delhi has an equally if not better past. The ancient history of Delhi manifested in the landmarks and memorials still stands testimony to the present history. The times when the epic Mahabharta was written refers to Delhi as Indraprastha and was supposed to have been founded by the Pandavas in as early as 1450 B.C. whose remains of the Old Fort (Purana Qila).



The first city, Lal Kot was supposed to have been built by a Hindu King, 
Anangpal in the 11 century A.D. The other six cities each having its own characteristics were Siri, Tughlakabad, Jahapanah, Ferozshah Kotla, Lodi Tombs and Purana Qila.  Modern Delhi has something for everyone, that is reflected in the cosmopolitan culture that nurtures festivals of all faiths, religions and places of worship. You can take a stroll at your own pace, or a jog or a run. This also reflected in the market places, the dhabas and restaurants or the gorgeous five-star hotels, Theatre, drama and entertainment of all sorts including the best of discotheques are all there.

Monday, May 4, 2015

2 Dham Yatra - Badrinath - Kedarnath

Duration : 05 Nights / 06 Days

Places Covered : Delhi-Haridwar-Rishikesh-Devprayag-SriNagar (Garhwal)-Rudraprayag-Guptkashi-Gaurikund-Kedarnath-Badrinath

Day 1 : 10.00 PM : Departure for Haridwar from Delhi (Approx 205 Kms/6 Hrs). Overnight journey. 

Day 2 : 6.00 AM Arrival at Rishikesh. After freshen up in Choultry and breakfast, proceed to sightseeing (Passengers will have to hire local autos/jeeps accompanied by the tour guide). Visit Shivananda Ashram, Ram Jhoola, Swarg Ashram, Geeta Ashram, Laxman Jhoola. After lunch drive to Srinagar (105 Km / 4 hrs). Enroute visit Devprayag (the confluence point of two holy rivers Alakhnanda and Bhagirathi). Arrival Srinagar . Overnight Stay. 

Day 3 : 6.00 AM : after breakfast, Departure from Srinagar proceed to Rudra Prayag (Approx 35 Kms). The confluence point of two Holy Rivers (Alakhnanda and Mandakini). Have a sangam view. Then Drive to Okhimat (Approx 42 Km). Visit shri Omkareshwar Temple (this is the place where the pooja is performed for 6 months while the kedarnath shrine is closed). Later drive to Guptakashi / Rampur. Check into hotel evening at leisure. Overnight Stay. 

Day 4 : 5.00 AM. Departure to Gaurikund. Proceed to Kedarnath (Approx 19 KMS by walk/Pony/Doli). after performing pooja and darshan of shri Kedarnath return to Gaurikund and then to Rampur / Guptakashi by Bus. Overnight stay. 

Note: Passengers travelling by Helicopter/walk/pony/doli, the return will be on the same day and the stay will be at Rampur/Gupthkashi. Those who are travelling by walk/pony/doli (19Kms approx each day), have to start the trek early in the morning, so that you can come back on the same day. Due to recent calamity, accommodation is not available at Kedarnath Shrine. Food will not be supplied as the catering unit cannot reach the place. If any chance due to rush or climate condition the passengers may not reaching to Rampur or Gupthakashi on the same day, they themselves has to make alternate arrangements to reach the next point at their own cost.

Day 5 : 06:00AM. Departure to Badrinath (approx 238 Kms / 12 hrs). Arrival in the evening, check into Hotel. Overnight Stay.

Day 6 : Morning Darshan of Shri Badrinath. Visit Mana Village (if time permits), the last village before indo-tibetan border. 1300 hrs after lunch, drive to Pipalkoti (Approx 78Kms/4 hrs). Arrival in the evening to Pipalkoti check into the Hotel. Overnight Stay.

Day 7 : 05.00 AM. Departure to Haridwar (Approx 240Kms / 10 hrs). Arrival 3PM at Haridwar have holy bath in Ganges. Visit mansa devi temple (by rope way) and Aarthi at Ganges in the evening. After dinner proceed to Delhi (Approx 205 Kms / 5 Hrs). Night Journey. Early morning drop at your desired point in Delhi.


Inclusions:-
fare inclusive of transportation by Minibus (AC service between Delhi-Rishikesh-Delhi Only). 5 Nights Accommodation (NON-AC rooms twin sharing basis) in standard Hotels and Pure Vegetarian food (Day 2,3,5, 6 & 7 - Breakfast, lunch and Dinner, Day 4 - Only Breakfast). Since the Journey is in Hill Areas sometimes during day Schedules packed Breakfast / lunch may be served).



Jaipur-Ajmer-Pushkar-Agra-Mathura

Jaipur Ajmer Pushkar Agra Mathura Tour from Delhi

Duration : 02 Nights / 03 Days

Tour Program

Day 1 : Morning pick up from Delhi directly proceed to Jaipur (Approx 5Hrs / 265Kms). Arrival check in Hotel. Later visit to Amber Fort (Enjoy the camel and elephant ride), Jal Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal (Drive through), City Palace, Albert Hall & Birla Mandir. (Evening if time permits you can visit Chokidhani (a Unique village resort of Rajasthani Colours, Culture & Tradition) by your own). Overnight stay at Jaipur.

Day 2 : Morning proceed to Ajmer (Approx 3Hrs / 130Kms) visit Ajmer Dargah (Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti). Later proceed to Pushkar (15Kms) visit Brahma Temple (The one and only Brahma temple in the world) and Pushkar Lake. Further proceed to Jaipur. Overnight Stay at Jaipur.

Day 3 : Morning proceed to Agra (Approx 5 hrs / 235 Kms). Enroute Visit Fatehpur Sikri. Later proceed to Agra. Visit Agra Fort and Taj Mahal (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday). Later on proceed to Mathura (The birth place of Lord Krishna) and return to Delhi. (Approx 3 hrs / 140Kms) late in the evening. 

Services ends here.

Inclusions :-
Transportation by Selected vehicle and Accommodation on twin shaing basis. Complimentary breakfast at Deluxe / 3 Star hotels.

Vrindavan-Mathura-Gokul-Vrindavan Tour from Delhi

Duration : 01 Night / 02 Days

Day 1 : Morning Pick up from Delhi and proceed for Vrindavan (Approx 2 Hrs / 160 KM). 

Vrindavan - where lord krishna spent his childhood days. The town hosts hundreds of temples dedicated to the worship of Radha and Krishna and is considered sacred by a number of religious  traditions, visit Iskon Temple, Banke Bihari Temple and Rangaji Temple. 


Later proceed to Mathura-Birth place of Lord Krishna. Visit Dwarkadheesh Temple, Maha Aarthi at Yamuna Ji,. Overnight stay at Mathura.


Day 2 : Morning proceed to Gokul (Approx-20Kms). Visit Gokulnath Temple, Mahavan and Assikhamba. Later proceed to Govardhan (where lord krishna lifted the sandstone hill on his finger for seven days). Later Return to Delhi (Approx 3 Hrs / 180 Kms). Arrival late in the evening.

Services Ends Here

Inclusions:-

  • Accommodation for 1 Night
  • Transportation


Delhi-Rishikesh-Haridwar-Delhi

Duration : 01 Night / 02 Days

Tour Program

Day 0 :  At 10.00 PM Departure from Delhi to Rishikesh.

Day 1 :

  •   Early Morning at 5.00 AM arrive at Rishikesh. Have a holy bath at River Ganga and Visit Lakshman  Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, Gita Bhawan Swarg Ashram - Parmarth Ashram (By walk).
  •   10.30 AM Depart from Rishikesh to Haridwar.
  •  11.00 AM Drop at Haridwar. Day is free for your own activities till 2.30 PM
  •  3.00 PM Depart from Haridwar to Delhi.

All Travelling by A/c Deluxe (Innova / Tempo Traveller) @INR 1200/- Per Person 

Same Day Agra Tour from Delhi by Bus

Same Day Agra Tour by Bus

§  6.00 AM : Delhi to Agra by AC Deluxe Bus.
§  11.30 AM : On arriavl at Agra visit Agra Fort.
§  12.30 to 2.00 O'clock : Free for your own activites / lunch at your own cost.
§  2.30 PM : Visit Taj Mahal
§  4.00 PM : proceed for Mathura. Enroute see Sikandara (from Bus Only)
§  6.00 PM : Visit Lord Krishna Temple at Mathura.

§  7.00 PM : Proceed for Delhi.


Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour @INR 9999/- Per Person

Duration: 03 Nights / 04 Days

Places Covered:
 Delhi Agra Jaipur Delhi

Person:
 2 Adults

Tour Program:
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Pick up from Delhi Airport and transfer to hotel .After refresh there will be sightseeing tour of entire Delhi. First you will be visiting New Delhi – drive past the exalted government structures of the British Era. Visit the India Gate luxuriate in its vast lawns, Pass through the Rashtrapati Bhavan (Presidential Palace), Parliament House. You will be wonder struck at the sights of majestic Humayuns tomb and the 5 story magnificent towering minaret of Qutab Minar. After lunch travel to Old Delhi City, a bygone center of Mughal Regime includes a visit to the Red Fort built in red sandstone, the Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque and the Raj Ghat, memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2: Delhi – Agra (205 km 5 hrs)

After breakfast proceed to Agra, .On arrival Agra check into hotel, later proceed to visit Taj Mahal (Friday Closed) and Agra Fort .Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3: Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (235 km 5 hrs)

After breakfast proceed for Jaipur, on the way visit. Fatehpur Sikri, on arrival Jaipur check-into hotel. Later proceed for excursion to Hawa mahal – The pink city, as Jaipur is called is synonymous with the Hawa Mahal. Literally meaning the wind palace, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 4: Jaipur Delhi Departure (235 km 5 hrs)

After breakfast drive to Delhi and transfer to Delhi airport or Railway Station for your onward journey to home.

Inclusions:
  • Accommodation on Twin sharing at below mentioned Hotels.
  • Meet and assistance in the Airport/Railway station.
  • 03 Breakfast for the guest.
  • Transfer, excursion and sightseeing by Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • All applicable taxes.

Hotels Used:

Delhi: Hotel Indraprastha / Similar
Agra: Hotel Taj Galaxy / Similar
Jaipur: Hotel Jaipur Crown / Similar