Day
01 Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, the capital city of India. After
completing formalities with customs and immigration, you
will be received by our representative with Traditional
Indian Welcome (with garlands).
Delhi is the capital of India since old times. Delhi's
history dates back to the first millenium BC, when it
was known as Indraprastha. The Tomar Rajputs built Lal
Kot, the core of the first of Delhi's seven cities. It
is the epicenter of the nation's politics, economy and
culture. History is alive and throbbing in Delhi, the
capital of India.
Afterwards transfer to your hotel for the overnight
stay.
Day 02 In Delhi.
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing trip of
Delhi City which would include the visit to Old Delhi
and New Delhi
Old Delhi : An ancient walled city. Here you would see
the Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the
Mughal Empire, Rajghat the Samadhi of our Father of
Nation, Jama Masjid the largest mosque in India and
Chandni Chowk the bustling and colourful market of the
old city.
New Delhi : The city designed and built by the British
in the 1920’s- a city of wide boulevards impressive
Government Buildings, green parks and gardens. First you
will visit the two monuments from the Delhi’s past
Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar. Then your drive takes
you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, past the
Imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the
Hotel for Overnight.
Day 03 Delhi – Haridwar (
Train ) Haridwar - Rishikesh By Road
( Approx 30 Kms / 01 Hour )
Early morning transfer to New Delhi Railway Station to
board the Shatabdi Express for Haridwar. Upon arrival in
Haridwar you are received at the railway station and
assisted in your drive to Rishikesh.
Afternoon city tour followed by grand viewing of
Ashrams, some of which are
internationally recognized as centre of Philosophical
studies, Yoga and Meditation. An international yoga week
is being organized here every year by U.P. Tourism
between 02nd and 07th February. A few of the ashrams in
and around Rishikesh.
On arrival check in to one of the Ashram.
After check in you attend the briefing in the Ashram.
Overnight will be in Rishikesh.
Day 04 In Rishikesh
A Typical day At Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Overnight in the Ashram in Rishikesh.
Day 05 In Rishikesh
A Typical day At Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Overnight in the Ashram in Rishikesh.
Day 06 In Rishikesh
A Typical day At Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Overnight in the Ashram in Rishikesh.
Day 07 In Rishikesh
A Typical day At Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Overnight in the Ashram in Rishikesh.
Day 08 Rishikesh - Shivpuri
By Road ( Approx 25 Kms / 30 Minutes )
After breakfast , this morning drive to Shivpuri, arrive
& check in Nature camp resort. After a welcome drink &
acclimatization briefing about the whole schedule. Late
afternoon jungle walk in the reserve forest around the
Nature Camp Resort. Campfire followed by dinner &
overnight stay.
Overnight will be in Shivpuri.
Day 09 In Shivpuri
Early morning wake up for a Yoga class followed by
relaxation of body & mind. After yogic breakfast drive
to Byasi / Kaudiyala to start
 the rafting up to Shivpuri.
Arrive Byasi briefing on safety, raft manoeuvring, team
spirit development etc. Today exercise teamwork and hit
the most exciting rapids on Ganges. Lunch at nature camp
resort. Free time for own activities. Evening meditation
and relaxation followed by campfire & dinner at camp.
Day 10 In Shivpuri
Early morning wake up for one and half hour drive to
Hindolakhal, arrive and start trek to Kunjapuri. The one
hour trek goes through thick forest till we reach the
top i.e Kunjapuri. After exploring the area for some
time join the class for Asanas, relaxation & meditation.
Witness the sunrise on Greater Himalayan peaks and
afterwards trace your steps back to Nature camp resort.
Free time for own activities. After lunch drive to
Chilla for a wildlife Safari. Arrive Chilla, briefing on
jungle discipline, animal behaviour & low impact eco
friendly outdoors. Drive back to Nature camp resort for
Dinner & night halt.
Day 11 Shivpuri – Haridwar
By Road ( Approx 30 Kms / 45 Minutes)
Haridwar – Delhi ( Train )
Early morning advance yoga class with question answer
session helping in assessment of change in personality
during the course. After breakfast raft down from the
Shivpuri to Rishikesh assessing leadership qualities,
team spirit and training for rescue. Lunch at Brahampuri.
In the evening assisted in the transfer to the station
to connect train for Delhi.
On arrival you are received and met at the station and
assisted in your transfer to the Hotel.
Overnight will be in Delhi.
Day 12 Delhi – Jaipur By
Road ( Approx 265 Kms /06 Hours )
After breakfast at the Hotel this morning drive to
Jaipur know as the Pink City
Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, also known as 'Pink City'
is surrounded by an ancient 20ft high wall and eight
gates. Situated at a distance of 280 km away from Delhi,
today, Jaipur is the personification of the old order
influence the new. An inherent interest for colour and
design penetrated over stratum of society, and jewelry,
crafts and architecture became objects of fascination
equally between prince and peasant. Jaipur is also the
main tourist hub of Rajasthan tourist circuit. From here
you can reach out to places like Jodhpur, Bikaner,
Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Pushkar, and many more such
destinations from Jaipur. Jaipur is also the third
 corner of the famed Golden Triangle tourist circuit of
India along with Delhi and Agra.
Rest of the day free for own activities /leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 In Jaipur
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing tour of
Amer Fort and Jaipur City.
Amer Fort : 11 Kms from Jaipur- A marvelous example of
Rajput architecture with its terraces and reflected in
Matao lake below. The magnificent old Citadel, a
labyrinth of massive walls and towers, shrouds an
exquisite marble palace, pillared and carved glimmering
with a million tiny mirrors, which creates tanatalising
reflection effect. The ascent to the fort is on a gaily
caparisoned elephants.
Afternoon sightseeing of Jaipur City visit the
City Palace Museum : An imposing blend of traditional
Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent
with its collection of robes of royal princess, carpets
an armoury of old weapons , miniature paintings
portraying court scenes , battle scenes and processions.
Janatar Mantar : (Observartory): Jantar Mantar, built
between 1728 and 1734, literally means the ‘instruments
for measuring the harmony of the heavens’. Jai Singh,
the brain behind the grand project, chose stone with
marble facing. This was the biggest of all his
observatories and the only one built of stone. He used
it daily, often with his astronomy gurus Pandit
Jagannath and Kewal Ram. In all there are 17 instruments
in the Jantar Mantar complex. The function of each
instrument is rather complex but serves a particular
function where time plays the main theme.
Hawa Mahal : (Palace of Winds) : A five storeyed wonder
with a spectacular pyra midal façade and overhanging
windows with latticed screens, domes and spires.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the
hotel for overnight.
Day 14 Jaipur- Agra By Road
( Approx 255 Kms /06 Hours )
After breakfast drive to Agra enroute visit Fathepur
Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri: A fascinating ghost town lies little
beyond Agra the deserted Red sandstone city that was
built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. It was a
veritable fairy tale city and its ruins are still in a
pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the
court life would have been like in the days of its
grandeur. Set like a jewel in a court yard of pink
sandstone is the marble tomb of Saint Salim Chisti,
enclosed by delicately carved marble screens.
Afterwards you continue your drive to Agra. On arrival
in Agra you check in to your hotel
Agra is the one of the prominent destinations of the
World Tourism map with three heritage monuments - The
Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri. It is more just a
dacadent city of graveyards and stones, but it is a
vibrant centre of Culture, Art and Religious philosphies
that have enriched mankind and shaped humen thought over
centuries.
Rest of the evening free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 15 Agra - Delhi (
Approx 210 Kms/04 Hours)
After Breakfast you embark on your sightseeing tour of
the Agra city including Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
Taj Mahal : The 17th Century master piece named Taj
Mahal ,which of course is the most splendid of all the
buildings – perhaps the most perfect architectural
monument of the world. It was built in the memory of the
beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal by one of greatest king of
Mughal Empire Shah Jehan.
Agra Fort: Built primarily as a military establishment
by Emperor Akbar in 1565,the redstone Agra Fort, was
partially converted in to a palace during the tenure of
Emperor Shah Jehan. Though the principal structure was
built by Akbar, many more additions were made by his
grandsons. This massive fort is 2.5 Kms long and is
considered the predecessor of the Red Fort of New Delhi.
Later you drive back to Delhi, on arrival transfer to
the International airport to connect your flight back
home.
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