Day 01 – Arrive Delhi
Meeting by our staff and transfer to the hotel.
Check-in time is 12.00 Noon.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 02- Delhi
After breakfast, begin the trip to visit Old and New Delhi.
Delhi, the capital of India, conceals within its bosom the remains of civilization that flourished over the last three thousand years. Since those legendary days, many dynasties and rulers have flourished on its regal soil. The legacy of that past survives in the many monuments left behind by the regents.
Old Delhi’s landmarks are Red Fort built by Emperor Shahjehaan in 1638 AD, Jama Mosque largest mosque in India also built by Shahjehan. Raj Ghat and Shanti van -the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru are on the banks of river Yamuna, behding Red Fort. Chandni Chowk, the main congested shopping hub of Old Delhi is still a major attraction to travel thru by Cycle Rickshaw.
New Delhi is a showcase of Mughal Dynasty, British rule as also modern India. Qutab Minar, one of the earliest remains of Imperial Delhi (13th century AD ) Humayun’s Tomb-the fine monument believed to be forerunner of Taj Mahal represents the Mughal era while during British rule buildings with imposing architecture such as India Gate, the 42 metre high arch that was raised as a memorial to soldiers, Parliament House, President’s House, Secretariat and other Govt. Building as also Connaught Place, the oldest city centre shopping hub were built.
Day 03 – Delhi--Jaipur drive, 260 km
Morning proceed to Jaipur and on arrival, check-in at your hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 - Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amer Fort, set in a picturesque location. Amer is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Built in the 16th century by Raja Mansingh in red sandstone and white marble, the palace complex has some very interesting apartments. Jai Mandir, Sheesh Mahal, Sukh Niwas, Ganesh Pol and Temple of Kali are some of the prominent areas of interest. Elephants are provided to ascend the fort to visit the complex.
Afternoon city sightseeing tour
Jaipur, this city was built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer 260 years ago. Visit the Maharaja’s City Palace, the home of the erstwhile royal family, the Observatory, Ram Niwas Gardens, Hawa Mahal or the Palace of winds built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and drive past the old part of Jaipur city
Day 05 – Jaipur-Agra drive, 235 km/6 hours
Morning proceed to Agra, stopping en-route to visit Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri, the birth story of this beautiful city is interesting. There, in a grotto in Sikri, lived a Muslim Saint , Sheikh Salim Chishti by name. Akbar hearing of his renown, asked of the blessings of a son, and when a son was born, not only was the child named Salim, the site for a mighty and ambitious project - a city - was chosen near the residence of the saint erected in k1569. Visit the mosque of Salim Chishti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces.
On arrival, check-in at your hotel.
Day 06 – Agra
Morning sightseeing tour of Agra.
Taj Mahal, the great monument was completed in 1653 AD. Built by Emperor Shahjehan for his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal, the monument is inimitable poem in white marble, a true expression of love. Agra Fort, the imposing structure on the banks of the river Yamuna is replete with priceless examples of craftsmanship in the Mughal period, including the beautiful pearl Mosque, it was designed and built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 AD. Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah built in 1622 AD by Empress Nur Jehan, in memory of her father, Ghias-id-Din Beg, it is considered a precursor of the Taj
Afternoon at leisure.
Day 07 – Agra-Jhansi-Orchha
Transfer to railway station for train to Jhansi (0820-1040 hours)
Assistance on arrival and transfer by coach to Orchha(30 minutes)
Orchha had the distinction of being the capital of one of the largest and most powerful kingdoms of central India. Situated on the river Betwa, the medieval city was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Chieftain Rudra pratap.The succeeding rulers built some of the finest examples of Bundela architecture which can be seen at Orchha today, such as Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Raj Praveen Mahal, Ram Raj Temple, Chaturbhuj Temple, Sunder Mahal.
Day 08 : Orcha- Khajuraho, 175 km/4 hours
Morning proceed to Khajurhao and on arrival, check-in at your hotel.
Afternoon visit 10th century Khajuraho temples.
Once the great capital of Chandela, now a quiet town, Khajuraho temples here were built during the Chandela period from 950 to 1050 AD. Almost intriguing as the sheer beauty and the size of the temples is the question of why and how they were built here as Khajuraho is isolated, 1000 years ago as it is even today. The temples are superb examples of Indo-Aryan architecture and depict images of gods and goddesses, warriors and musicians, real and mythological animals and in great detail – women and sex. In between are the mithuna, erotic figures running through a whole Kamasutra of positions and possibilities. Of the two groups of temples – Western and Eastern – important temples to visit are – Lakshmi and Varaha, Lakshmana, Kandariya Mahadev, Devi Jagdamba, Chitradurga, Parvati, Vishvanath Temple and Nandi, Chausath Yogini, Parsanavanth and Adinath.
Day 09 – Khajuraho-Varanasi flight : 1400-1440 hours
Transfer to airport in time for flight to Varanasi.
On arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the day free
Day 10 – Varanasi
Early morning boat cruise on river Ganges. Thousands of pilgrims throng the water’s edge, bathing, worshipping, meditating. On stone platforms under palm leaf umbrellas, the Pandas-Brahmin priests preside over rites and rituals. The boat trip will cover various ghats including the cremation sites. Because every pious Hindu believes that to die in Kashi (Varanasi) and to be cremated on the banks of the Ganges is to attain release from the cycle of birth and death.
Afternoon city sightseeing tour.
Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities in the world, believed to be founded 3000 years ago, is one of the 7 holiest cities of Hindus. It was a flourishing trading centre 500 BC when the Buddha came to Sarnath to preach his first sermon. A city of great wealth and religious importance when the Chinese traveller, Hiuen Tsang, visited it in the 7th century. Visit the Vishwanath Golden Temple, the abode of great God Shiva, Bharat Mata Temple, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Mandir and Banaras Hindu University.
Day 11 – Varanasi-Delhi flight : 1440-1600 hours
Morning visit Sarnath.
Sarnath, 7 km from the city where Buddha preached his first sermon more than 2500 years ago. The site is marked by the massive Dhamek stupa which is believed to date back to 500 AD. Nearby is a Museum where rare collection of manuscripts and other items related with Lord Buddha can be seen.
Afternoon transfer to airport for flight to Delhi
You will be met on arrival and transferred to international airport or to a hotel for a meal before boarding onward flight.
