DAY 1| INDIA ARRIVAL & AGRA TOUR
On arrival, you will be welcomed by our representative at New Delhi station/airport. Depart for the historical and romantic city tour of Agra. In Agra, you will visit ‘Taj Mahal’, the epitome of romance, built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife, Mumtaz, and is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You will also visit the majestic Agra fort– where the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan spent his last few years. Check-in the hotel.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 2|AGRA-JAIPUR (4hrs 15mins – 240kms)
Have breakfast at the hotel. Check-out and drive towards Jaipur. En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri – which was once the capital of Mughal Emperor Akbar. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Centre and it is visited by tourists from all over the world throughout the year. The monuments at Fatehpur, with all the stories and anecdotes they hold, are a must visit. After sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri complete your journey to Jaipur. Check-in the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this vibrant and colorful city.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 3| JAIPUR
After early morning breakfast, proceed for the full day tour of the Pink city, Jaipur. Drive to Fort Amber, the former capital of Kachhwaha Rajputs. On the way, you will stop to visit the city’s landmark: the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). Built during the 18th century, the five-storey building features 953 windows from where the royal women used to see the processions. Next you will visit Amber Fort, which lies on a 400-ft-tall hill and is surrounded by the chain of mountains known as Aravali. The City Palace built in 1734, lies in the center of Jaipur and is now the residence of the royal family of Jaipur and includes the Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal, palaces and other buildings. After that you will visit Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory. The instruments are carved out of stone and marble serving to the sky observation. You will also learn to tie a Jaipuri turban in a variety of ways. Come back to the hotel.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 4| JAIPUR-DELHI (5hrs 30mins – 290kms)
After early morning breakfast, check-out from your hotel and drive back to Delhi. On arrival, check-in to your hotel and proceed for the sightseeing tour of “The Heart of India”, Delhi. Start your day with tour of Raj Ghat. If time permits, shop in the local market of Chandni Chowk. In the afternoon, visit India Gate, Qutub Minar and the Lotus Temple. Drive past the President’s House, Parliament House and the Government Secretariat Buildings. You will be given dinner reservations in Parikrama-The Revolving Restaurant. Enjoy fine dining in the revolving rooftop restaurant. You will then be escorted to Hauz Khas Village which is the clubbing hub of Delhi. Get a glimpse of the Delhi nightlife in here.
Enjoy overnight stay in the hotel at Delhi.
DAY 5|DELHI-KHAJURAHO (12hrs- 655kms)
After early morning breakfast, spend your day at leisure. Shop at Delhi’s local market and relax at the hotel. In the evening, catch a train from Hazrat Nizamuddin, Delhi to Khajuraho, Uttar Pradesh.
Overnight on-board the train.
DAY 6|KHAJURAHO
Once reached, our representative will escort you towards your hotel. Check into the hotel, freshen up and get ready for a day full of amazing experiences.
After early morning breakfast embark on a sightseeing tour of the Khajuraho group of monuments. They are one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. The temples are famous for their Nagara-style architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures. Of the various surviving temples, the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is decorated with a profusion of sculptures with intricate details, symbolism and expressiveness of ancient Indian art. The Khajuraho group of temples were built together but were dedicated to two religions—namely Hinduism and Jainism.
The Khajuraho group of monuments was built during the rule of the Rajput Chandela dynasty. The building activity started almost immediately after the rise of their power, throughout their kingdom to be later known as Bundelkhand. Most temples were built during the reigns of the Hindu kings Yashovarman and Dhanga. Yashovarman’s legacy is best exhibited by The Lakshmana Temple. Vishvanatha temple best highlights King Dhanga’s reign. In the late evening we will visit the light show.
This fascinating light & sound spectacle evokes the life and times of the great Chandela Kings and traces the story of the unique temples from the 10th Century to the present day.
The 50-minutes sound and light show is conducted by tourism department in the garden of Western Group of Temples. The show is entertaining and informative about the construction, history and importance of the temples. The show runs in Hindi and English every evening.
Later we will visit the famous art and culture centre and buy souvenirs and indulge in the traditional dance performed by artists from various part of the country.
Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.
DAY 7|KHAJURAHO-VARANASI (8hrs 40mins – 410kms)
After an early morning breakfast, drive towards Varanasi – also known as Banaras and Kashi. Also, it is believed to be the most ancient city of the world and India’s most sacred situated on the banks of river Ganga. There hundreds of temple in the city and view from the boat in river is a sight.
Once reached, check into the hotel and rest. In the evening, go for boating in Ganges river and shop at local market. Come back to your hotel.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 8| VARANASI
After an early morning breakfast, proceed for a full day city tour. Visit Kashi Vishvanath Jyotrilinga Temple– most ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Visit Ramnagar Fort. This fort has the Veda Vyasa Temple, a museum, and the king’s residential complex. It is famous for its collection of vintage cars, ivory work, lotus-shaped gold and silver Palakis (palanquins). Royal family still lives here. In the evening, visit handloom industry, popular for their Sarees in India. After sightseeing, drive back to the hotel.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 9| VARANASI- ALLAHABAD (3hrs -120kms)
After an early morning breakfast, proceed to your next destination, Allahabad. Once reached, check into the hotel and get ready for full day tour of the auspicious city. Visit Khusro Bagh– a large walled garden famous for its architecture. Next drive towards Allahabad Fort situated on the banks of river Yamuna. Mughal emperor Akbar built this fort in the late 16th century. The Archaeological Survey of India has declared this monument of national importance. In the evening, enjoy boat ride at Triveni Sangam. This is the place where three rivers meet namely, Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. After the boat ride, drive towards your hotel and rest.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at Allahabad.
DAY 10| ALLAHABAD-DELHI (10hrs-635kms)
After breakfast, you have full day at leisure. You can spend your day at Allahabad Planetarium and enjoy celestial (space) shows or shop at the local market for souvenirs. Later in the evening, catch your train to Delhi.
DAY 11| DEPARTURE FROM INDIA
Board your flight back home with wonderful memories.
*** YOUR KHAJURAHO AND VARANASI TOUR CONCLUDES***