Cultural Tour of Ajanta Caves, Aurangabad, and Darjeeling
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Inclusions
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Assistance on arrival at the airport.
- 12 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
- Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water in the car.
- Government taxes.
Exclusions
- Any flight ticket.
- Camera charges at monuments if any.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
Itinerary
Day 1
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Arrive Kolkata
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On arrival at Kolkata airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel (hotels check in time 1200hr afternoon, early check in subject to room’s availability). Rest time free for personal activities relax.
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Overnight at Hotel
Day 2
Kolkata
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 3
Kolkata - Bagdogra (flight) / Bagdogra – Darjeeling (62kms/ 2hrs Approx)
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Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport to board flight for Bagdogra
Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport to board flight for Bagdogra. On arrival at Bagdogra airport meet your driver and proceed to Darjeeling check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax.
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 4
Darjeeling
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 5
Darjeeling – Pelling (75kms/ 3hrs Approx)
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Breakfast at hotel, drive to Pelling check in at hotel
Breakfast at hotel, drive to Pelling check in at hotel. Later city tour visiting beautiful Rimbi water Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Kechopalri Lake this high altitude lake is one of the holy Buddhist lake and it is believed that any wish in front of the lake comes true. Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird and thus the water surface is always free of leaves. Kechopalri Monastery and Kanchenjunga water Falls. Rest time to explore the sight of you interest.
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 6
Pelling – Gangtok (120kms/ 4hrs Approx)
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Breakfast at hotel drive to Gangtok passing thru Temi, Taraku, Singtam, Rangpo & Ranipool. The journey is surrounded by lush green forests and Tea Gardens with eye catching picturesque view. On the way stop and have a sip of local Sikkimese tea. Gangtok is brims with awe-inspiring natural wonders, from mighty snow-capped mountains to enchanting lush green forests. Arrive and check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax.
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7
Gangtok
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 8
Gangtok – Kalimpong (75kms/ 2hrs Approx)
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Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel. Visit Rumtek Monastery a three stories high standout amongst the most imperative and noteworthy monasteries, and a must visit in Gangtok. The religious community takes after the school of Tibetan Buddhism and is particularly eminent for its Kagyu lessons. Bakthang Waterfall an eye-catching attraction that no tourist ever want to miss. Flowing from Ratey Chu, it is a broad waterfall that creates a soothing environment for the visitors to enjoy. Tashi Viewpoint you can observe the glorious Himalayas from Tashi Viewpoint that will be your binocular to scrutinise the seeking view of snow peaks. Ganesh Tok an ancient temple of Lord Ganesha that has a pleasant aura, colourful buntings surrounding the temple. Enchey Monastery a 200 years old monastery which was initially established as a small gompa by a tantric artist and renowned exponent among highlander Buddhists, Lama DrupthobKarpo. Enchey Monastery literally means “the Solitary Temple” which now is home to almost 90 monks. Tourists are quite fascinated by the place because it accommodates a number of religious objects and presents Tibetan culture in a beguiling manner. Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom here you can buy the majestic artefacts such as Thanka painting, traditional carpets, wooden carved and colourfully painted sculptures and much more.
After sightseeing drive to Kalimpong check in at hotel.
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 9
Kalimpong – Bagdogra (75kms/ 2hrs Approx) / Bagdogra - Mumbai (flight)
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Breakfast at hotel, city tour of Kalimpong perched on a ridge above the Teesta River. tt’s home to colonial-era buildings like MacFarlane Memorial Church named after a Scottish missionary & Dr. Graham's Homes founded in 1900 a missionary of the Church of Scotland who settled in Kalimpong and worked with the local community for several years during the turn of the 20th century. Also visit Durpin Monastery which contains sacred Buddhist scriptures. Deolo Park the landscaped gardens offers views of the town and surrounding hills.
Later transfer to Bagdogra airport to board flight for Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai airport assistance and transfer to hotel.
Mumbai is a city that is disciplined by no time frame neither day nor night. Dazzling shopping arcades, exciting sport activity, nightclubs & discotheques, theatre, music & gourmet restaurants offers visitors a heady mix of all this and more.
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10
Mumbai
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11
Mumbai – Aurangabad (flight)
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Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport to board flight for Aurangabad
Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport to board flight for Aurangabad. On arrival assistance and transfer to hotel.
Later excursion to visit Ellora, a UNESCO World heritage sites (Tuesday closed). It houses 34 monasteries and temples with some exclusive uninterrupted sequence of monuments that date back from 600 to 1000 AD. The temples of Ellora are dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism. It also has some of the excellent stonework depicting the legends related to Lord Shiva.
Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines mentioned in the Shiva Purana. The temple is an important pilgrimage site in Shaivism tradition of Hinduism, which considers it as the last or twelfth Jyotirlinga (linga of light).
On way back visit Daulatabad Fort one of the most powerful forts of the medieval Deccan. The defence system that made Daulatabad virtually impregnable comprises fortifications with double and even triple rows of massive walls.
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Overnight at Hotel
Day 12
Aurangabad – Ajanta (105kms/ 2 hrs approx one way)
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Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel. Excursion to Ajanta Caves (Monday closed). The Buddhist Caves of Ajanta were discovered by the British officers in 1819 while tiger hunting. Ajanta Caves were first mentioned in the writings of the Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang who visited India between A.D 629 and 645. The Caves at Ajanta are older than those at Ellora, which date from about 200 B.C to 650 A.D. Thirty beautiful Buddhist Caves with mesmerizing sculptures and paintings depicting Buddha's life as well the lives of the Buddha in his previous births. Five of these Caves are Chaityas (Place of worship) while the other twenty-five are Viharas (monasteries). Ajanta Caves are divided in two categories based on two schools of Buddhist thought - Hinayana Caves and Mahayana Caves.
After sightseeing drive back to Aurangabad.Visit Bibi ka Maqbara Built by Azam Shah in 1678, the Bibi ka Maqbara is a son's loving tribute to his mother. Due to its similar design standing spectacularly on the lawns of the landscaped garden with ponds, fountains and water channels, the white marbled monument is popularly known as the mini Taj of the Deccan. Panchakki which literally means 'Water Mill'. It receives water from an underground channel, with its source being 6 km away in the mountains. An artificial waterfall has been created near the mill, through which this water is discharged on to the wheel to power the flourmill and grind grain for the pilgrims.
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Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13
Aurangabad – Mumbai / Kolkata (flight)
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Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai / Kolkata. From there board connecting flight for onward destination.
Please Note
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Hotels used or similar Kolkata x 2 nights
- 3* - Regenta Orko's/ The Fern Residency
- 4* - The Peerless Inn/ The Fern Residency
- 5* - ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection/ The Lalit Great Eastern Darjeeling x 2 nights
- 3* - Central Heritage Resort & Spa/ Omega Residency 4* - Elgin Hotel/ The Royal Plaza
- 5* - Mayfair/ Windamere Hotel Pelling x 1 night
- 3* - Green Leaf Resort/ The Pelling Resort
- 4* & 5* - Elgin Mt. Pandim/ Chumbi Mountain Retreat & Spa Gangtok x 2 nights
- 3* - Tamarind Hotels/ Hotel New Orchid
- 4* - Elgin NorKhill/ Saramsa Resort
- 5* - Mayfair Spa Resort & Casino/ WelcomHeritage Denzong Regency Kalimpong x 1 night
- 3* - Kalimpong Village Retreat/ Summit Barsana Resort & Spa
- 4* - Elgin Silver Oaks/ Sinclairs Retreat
- 5* - Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort/ Morgan House Tourist Lodge Mumbai x 2 nights
- 3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil
- 4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
- 5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central Aurangabad x 2 nights
- 3* - 7 Apple Hotel Aurangabad / Ginger Aurangabad
- 4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
- 5* - WelcomHotel Rama International / Lemon Tree Hotel
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 2 days before start
Non-refundable after 2 days before start




