Vacations in North India

09 Nights/10 Days

Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jaipur- Agra- Khajuraho- Varanasi - Sarnath -Delhi

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi

Arrival at Delhi airport to a warm welcome from our representatives followed by assistance and transfer to a luxury hotel. In the evening, drive to India Gate- the war memorial which is a hub of activities and enjoyment at this time. Drive through Rahstrapati Bhawan- the official residence of President of India followed by dinner & overnight stay at the hotel

Day 02: Delhi

After a leisurely breakfast, a guided tour of the city starting from Rajghat- the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Continue towards Jama Masjid, the sacred museum followed by visit to Red fort, the red sandstone architecture and the center of Mughal dynasty in their hey days. Enjoy a rickshaw ride through the busy streets of Chandni Chowk and enjoy the famous "Chat food" at the site. Post lunch, drive towards Qutab Minar, regarded the largest single minaret in Delhi followed by visit to Humanun’s tomb and Lotus temple. Dinner and an overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi - Jaipur

After a leisurely breakfast, drive to Jaipur and meet with our representatives who will escort you to the luxury hotel for check-in. Later, explore the town famous as ‘Pink City’ which is also one of the most culturally rich cities in India. Evening excursion to Amber fort towering above the city located atop a hill with a picturesque lake at its foot. Take a joyful elephant ride to reach to it and witness the elaborate decorative details and stone carvings. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Jaipur

Morning proceed to the City Palace displaying a pleasant blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Visit the museum inside the palace exhibiting various rare and unique Rajasthani and Royal articles followed by drive to the unique ‘Hawa Mahal’ and the Jantar Mantar- the 17th century astronomical instruments. Evening drive to Chokhi Dhani for a short excursion trip, which is an ethnic Rajasthani Resort.A special dinner will be organized there followed by drive back to Jaipur Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 05: Jaipur - Agra

After a leisurely breakfast, luxuries drive to Agra en-route visiting the Sikandara fort and upon arrival transfer to a luxurious hotel. Later, our expert guides will escort you on the full day tour of Taj city. Agra: Though mainly famous worldwide for Taj Mahal, the city of Agra has a lot more to offer for the visitors. Transformed from a village to the center of activities by the Mughal Emperors, the town presents a contrasting picture constituting of red sandstone and marble architecture on one side with narrow,busy streets and galleys on the other. Visit the Taj Mahal whose beauty is best captured with the early morning sun followed by visit to Jama Masjid and Red Fort. After the fruitful tour return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 06: Agra- Khajuraho

Half day sightseeing of Agra visiting the Agra Fort, the replica of Delhi Red Fort followed by visit to Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in Asia. Later, transfer to the airport and board flight to Khajuraho. Arrival and check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 07: Khajuraho

Full day tour of Khajuraho accompanied by our expert guide. Situated in Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho is famous for its erotic temples which present a unique and artistic synthesis of Erotic arts and architectural brilliance. A detailed tour of Easter, Western and Southern group of temples with our guide who will explain the inherent philosophy behind important and famous sculptures. These historic temples were constructed by the Chandela dynasty between 950 and 1050 AD. Overnight stay at Khajuraho.

Day 08: Khajuraho - Varanasi

Morning flight to Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, one of the oldest cities of the world. An important pilgrimage destination for the Hindus and Buddhist, this sacred town with its riverfront, temples and calm ambience casts a holy spell around the visitors. It is believed that a bath in the holy river Ganga rids one from ones sins. We shall be visiting some of the famous temples and shrines followed by visit to Sarnath, the site where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon. Spend a relaxed evening before retiring for the night at the hotel.

Day 09: Varanasi

Morning boat ride on the rive Ganga and watch thousands of devotees offering their morning prayer on the Ghats’. Later, visit the local markets to shopt for ethnic handicrafts and memorabilia’s followed visit to some famous attractions of Varanasi namely, Bharat Kala Mandir, Banaras Hindu University and Ramnagar Fort. Dinner & overnight stay at varanasi hotel.