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Golf Tour in North and South India (24 Days)
(24 Days /
23 Nights)
(Delhi -
Agra - Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Mumbai
– Goa)
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Golf is one of the most popular sports among reach
people and elite class of India. The
English founded in 1829 the Royal Golf Club of Calcutta (Kolkatta).
This club is today the oldest golf clubs in the world outside the
United Kingdom. The Maharajas (powerful Indian
Kings ) took over the
new sports with great friends and enthusiasm and in the colonial
period, the Indian upper class played golf as a status symbol. India
has also produced some excellent golfers. What golf in Makes India so
interesting are the many variants of the Golf Courses. In the
Himalayan foothills, in the lowlands, in the desert or at one of the
beautiful beaches. |
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Each Golf Club in India has a history from the ancient times to tell
who is even today still maintained by the club members with pride. You
also have the excellent opportunity to combine playing golf with a
visit to the Indian sights and enjoying the culinary food of India.
These are reasons enough to plan the next game of golf in India. |
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Day
01. Flight to India (Delhi)
Arrival in Delhi. The
cosmopolitan City and capital Delhi is the main gateway for travelers.
You are met by an Indo Vacations representative and transferred to
your Hotel.
Day 02. Old - New Delhi
Today we have the sightseeing in Delhi. We take a
Rickshaw Ride parallel to the
Red Fort through the old city and famous Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of Old Delhi includes
"Rajghat", the site where
Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and
Jama Masjid, the great mosque of old Delhi.
Today we also visit the famous "Humayun Tomb". Humayun Tomb is the first substantial example of Mughal architecture in
India.
Before we proceed to the Hotel we drive through the embassy area in New Delhi where we visit the
India Gate and see some impressive Government Buildings.
After the Dinner and refreshment in the hotel we will be transferred to the Airport.
Day 03. Delhi (Golfing)
Today you play golf at the Delhi Golf Club in Delhi.
Delhi Golf Club
Day 04. Delhi - Gurgaon - Delhi (about 40 kms.)
Today you can play golf on the CLASSIC GOLF RESORT (CGR) in Gurgaon
(near Delhi - approx 20 kms).
Cronline
Day 05. Delhi - Noida (25 kms.)
Today you can play golf on the Jaipee Greens Golf Course in Noida
(near Delhi to Agra direction).
Jaypee Resort Delhi
Day 06. Noida – Agra (about 190 km / 3 hours)
Today we driver to
Agra.
We start today our sightseeing by a visit to 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. After the visit of Agra
Fort we proceed to visit the most beautiful monument of India, 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.
We spend enough time at Taj Mahal to take this impressive memory
home. After the visit of Taj Mahal we have a look at the famous fine
marble inlay work which is still being done in Agra by the
descendants of the families of builders and artists of the Taj Mahal. |
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India Gate, Delhi |
Taj Mahal, Agra |
Diwan i Am, Agra |
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Day
07. Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (about 260 km / 5-6 hours)
Today we leave Agra, drive to the Pink City
Jaipur. En route 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. This
city owes its name, foundations and careful planning to the great
warrior and astronomer, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Jaipur is the
capital of Rajasthan and famous for its handicrafts and precious and
semiprecious stones.
Day 08. Jaipur
After breakfast we drive to the ancient capital of
Amber,
laying 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 will 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. Later we have a
walk through the colourful Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a factory to
see the famous block printing work being done since centuries in
Jaipur. In the evening we drive through the new city of Jaipur and
visit "Laxmi Narayan Mandir", a Hindu temple made out of white
marble. We might have an opportunity here to observe a prayer
ceremony. Today we have dinner with a presentation of Indian music
and dance.
Day
09. Jaipur (Golfing)
Today you play golf at the Rambagh Golf Club in Jaipur.
Ram Bagh Golf Club.
Day
10. Jaipur (Golfing)
Today you play golf at the Rambagh Golf Club in Jaipur.
Ram Bagh Golf Club.
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Fatehpur Sikri |
Amber fort,
Jaipur |
City Palace,
Jaipur |
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Day
11. Jaipur - Jodhpur (about 330 kms / 5 hours)
Early morning drive to
Jodhpur. The city was once the capital of the princely state
of Marwar (Land of death). Jodhpur is the second largest city in
Rajasthan. Jodhpur is also known as the blue city as most of the
houses of the old city are painted blue. The old city is surrounded by
a huge 10 km long wall which has 101 bastions and seven gates. Jodhpur
lies on the once strategic Delhi-Gujarat trading route and the
marwaris got benefit from the passing traffic of opium, copper, silk
which was traded to China.
Day 12. Jodhpur
In the morning we will visit the
Mehrangarh Fort
(majestic fort). Mehrangarh Fort was built on a steep hill and is
among the best in India with exquisitely latticed windows in
residential apartments within. We also visit the
Jaswant Thada, a royal cenotaph
built in white marble. After the sightseeing we have a walk through
the Bazaars of Jodhpur.
Day
13. Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur (about 260 km / 5 hours)
Today we drive to
Udaipur.
Enroute we will visit
Ranakpur.
Ranakpur is known for its superbly carved marble
Jain
Temples.
An enormous basement of this temple covers 48,000 sq. feet.
There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty four pillared halls.
The total number of columns is 1,444, all of which are
intricately carved, no two being alike. The Ranakpur Jain
Temples were built during the 15th century. We have a break in
Ranakpur before proceeding further for Udaipur. Udaipur is
called the romantic city of Rajasthan. A city built around
shimmering, clear, blue water lakes which reflect the green
hills of the
Aravali ranges.
Day 14. Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur, also known as the city of sunrise. We
start our sightseeing with the visit of
Sahelion-Ki-Bari. This Garden of the Maids of Honour
is well laid out with extensive lawns and shady walks. After
the visit of Garden of Maids we visit a Museum of folk art.
This museum has a rich collection of Folk dresses, ornaments,
puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and paintings
on display. After a break we proceed to
City
palace,
the biggest Palace in India, where 4 generations of Maharajas
added their contribution, is so carefully planned and
integrated with the original buildings that it is difficult to
believe that it was not conceived as a whole. The museum of
the palace includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature
wall
paintings of
Indian mythology. Today we have an opportunity to visit a
traditional painting school and see the famous miniature
paintings done. In the evening we have a Boat ride on the
lake Pichola. The famous
Lake
Palace
of Udaipur was the summer residence of the former rulers. The
James bond Film Octopussy was shot here and made this palace
more known in the west.
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Mehrangarh Fort,
Jodhpur |
Jain Temple,
Ranakpur |
City Palace,
Udaipur |
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Day
15. Udaipur - Mumbai (by air)
In the morning flight to Mumbai
(formerly Bombay).
Day 16. Mumbai
We visit to the cave temples of
Elephanta Island sculpted during the 5th to the 8th centuries.
Sightseeing Point: (Gateway of India. *City Museum. Chhatrapati
Shivaji Terminus (alter Bahnof), St. Thomas Cathedral. *Marine Drive
Flyover. * Rajabai Tower. *Mumbai University. * High Court. * Oval
Maidan. *A Prominent Temple.
Hanging Gardens.Kamala Nehru Park. Boat Ride at Gateway of India.
Day 17. Mumbai (Golfing)
Today you play golf at the Aamby Valley Golf Course in Mumbai.
Golf Gaga
Day 18. Mumbai (golfing)
Today you can play golf on the Wellingdon (US Golf Club) in Mumbai.
Willingdon
sports club golf
Day 19.
Mumbai (golfing)
Today you
can play golf on the Bombay Presidency Club in Mumbai.
Bpgc golf
Day 20. Mumbai - Goa (by air)
In the morning, transfer to the airport for the flight to
Goa. The rest of the day is
at leisure. |
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Gateway of India,
Mumbai |
Elephanta Cave |
Goa Aguada Fort |
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Day
21. Goa (golfing)
Today you play golf on The Goa Golf Greens (the plant is part of the
Hotel Lalit, where the night is provided.)
The Lalit
Day 22. Goa (golfing)
On half-day optional tour of Goa (organized by the hotel to certain
time - The reception at the hotel tells you the times.)
Today you play golf on The Goa Golf Greens (the plant is part of the
Hotel Lalit, where the night is provided.)
The Lalit
Day 23. Goa (Golfing)
On half-day optional tour of Goa
Today you play golf on The Goa Golf Greens (the plant is part of the
Hotel Lalit, where the night is provided.)
The Lalit
Day 24. Goa - Frankfurt
Our driver will take you to the airport
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About Hotels:
We provide you the accommodation as per your budget mentioned above
in the table of hotels category for any of the booked tour. Hotels
provided by us are from budget to luxury class hotels. The criteria
for selecting hotels by us remains the best value of your money. We
also provide you wherever possible accommodation in heritage hotels.
Heritage Hotels are old Palaces, Forts and Grand mansions of
Maharajas which have been later renovated and converted into Hotels.
Rooms are decorated all individually. Rooms are comfortable,
romantic and present the flair of olden Maharaja days.
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