Ganesh Chaturthi Festival

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight for Aurangabad.

On arrival at Aurangabad, transfer to the hotel and check in. Later after some rest visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, bearing a little resemblance from Taj Mahal, the tomb of Begum Rabia-ud-Durani, wife of Emperor Aurangazeb. Thus, it is also called, "Poor Man's Taj Mahal". The monument is an excellent example of Persian Architecture, with excessive captivating look.

Also visit Himroo Factory, situated in the old town near Zaffar Gate, produces hand-woven Himroo shawls from cotton, silk and silver threads. This art, known as Kam Khab, is considered to be a cheaper alternative to the prized brocades of silk and gold thread.

Overnight at the Hotel.

This morning proceed for an excursion to the Ajanta Caves

AJANTA CAVES - The Buddhist caves of Ajanta - 166 km north-east of Aurangabad date from around 200 BC to 650 AD. As Ellora developed and Buddhism gradually declined, the Ajanta Caves were abandoned and gradually forgotten. But in 1819 a British hunting party stumbled upon them, and their remote beauty was soon unveiled. Their isolation contributed to the fine state of preservation in which some of their remarkable paintings remain to this day. UNESCO lists Ajanta as a World Heritage Site.

Overnight at the Hotel.

IMP: AJANTA CAVES ARE CLOSED ON MONDAY.

This morning proceed for an excursion to the Ellora caves (30 km).

Ellora caves divided into three groups and roughly three periods: Buddhist, Hindu and Jain. In the seventh century A.D. the focus shifted to Ellora, some seventy-five miles away, where another set of caves was created from living rock. Here, not only Buddhism, but also Hinduism and the Jain faith inspired the four centuries of arduous labors needed to create these elaborate excavations. The Buddhist and Jain caves are ornately carved, but are relatively calm, while the Hindu caves seem to burst with divine energy.

Overnight at the Hotel.

IMP: ELLORA CAVES ARE CLOSED ON TUESDAY.

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to Mumbai. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in.

Later drive for the sightseeing of Mumbai Visit the 26 meter high British-built Arch "Gateway of India", Mumbai's landmark built to honour the visit of George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Also visit the Kamla Nehru Park from where you have a picturesque view of the city, Hanging Gardens are so named since they are located on top of a series of tanks that supply water to Mumbai.

Pass by the `towers of silence' the crematorium of the Parsis and visit Mani Bhawan a private house where Mahatma Gandhi uses to stay when he visited Mumbai. It is now a museum and research library with 20,000 volumes. The display on the first floor there is a diorama depicting important scenes from Gandhi's life. The display of photos and letters written and received by Gandhiji. Later enjoy the visit to Marine Drive dubbed, as the Queen's Necklace is Mumbai's most popular promenades.

Overnight at the Hotel.

After breakfast transfer to the Gateway of India overlooking the harbor. Visit the rock cut temples on the Elephanta caves by motor launch 10 km across the sea, north east from Mumbai's harbor. (Deriving its name from a stone elephant discovered by the Portuguese, this beautiful green island is about one hour's boat ride from Bombay harbor. The island houses the temples wonders of the 7th century dedicated to Lord Shiva as the Creator, Preserver, and Destroyer and in "Cosmic Dance".

Lest of the day free to explore the city and enjoy the preparations of festival.

Overnight at the Hotel.

After breakfast witness the festival Ganesh Chaturthi.

Ganesh Chaturthi also called Vinayaka Chaturthi is celebrates the birthday of the Lord Ganesh. It is observed for 10 days festival, starting from Shukla Chaturthi till Ananta Chaturdashi throughout the country. States like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh celebrate this festival in the most grandiose manner.

Overnight at the Hotel.

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to Goa.

Goa was a Portuguese settlement and joined the Indian Republic only in 1961. Unforgettable Goa, is a blend of serenity and excitement down a 100 km coastline studded with some of the world's finest beaches.

On arrival in Goa transfer to the Hotel and check in

Overnight at the hotel.

Day at leisure to explore the beaches of Goa.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day at leisure to explore the markets and beaches of this wonderful city.

Overnight at the hotel

After breakfast transfer to the Airport to board the flight to Mumbai. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in.

Overnight at the hotel.

On time transfer to the International Airport to board the flight for onwards journey.