Day 01:
Arrival Delhi
Upon your arrival at Indira Gandhi International airport, you
will be received our company representative and will be escorted
to the hotel.
Overnight stay will be in Delhi.
Delhi - Delhi, the capital city of India, is one of the most
important administration, commercial and tourist destinations of
India. Witness to the rise and fall of many dynasties, it has
several monuments, each one being an imprint of the character of
the specific ruler. The city is a perfect blend of past and
present and could be called as a city of contrasts. Delhi is
cosmopolitan in nature which is quite visible in its culture,
traditions, cuisine and lifestyle of its people.
 
Day 02:
Delhi
After a leisurely breakfast; proceed for a full day excursion
of Delhi.
Visit the magnificent buildings built during british Raj such
as Parliament House and President’s House.
Later visit Qutab Minar, India Gate, Red fort, Raj Ghat and
Jama Masjid.
Also visit Akshardham Temple.
Night stay will be in Delhi.
Delhi - Delhi is a fast growing capital city of India. Being
the centre of political activities from many centuries, it has
been gifted with many architectural marvels by several rulers. A
perfect potpourri of varied cultures, it is a fascinating blend
of modernity and tradition. The rich cultural and historical
heritage of Delhi makes it a very interesting city to explore.
 
Day 03:
Delhi - Jaipur
Early morning, transfer to railway station to catch the
superfast airconditioned train to Jaipur. Breakfast in the
train. On arrival at Jaipur, transfer to hotel. Check in at
hotel. Proceed for a city tour of Jaipur covering:
Amber fort - One of the mightiest forts of India, Amber
fort is located 11 Kms off Jaipur. Built on a hill in red sand
stone and white marble, it is a classic testimony of Rajput love
for architecture. The rugged forbidding exterior is quiet
different from the beautifully built interior. The fort is
divided into 4 subparts. The fort is renowned for its
magnificent structures like Diwan-E-Aam (hall for the public),
Sukh Niwas, Kali Temple and Shila Mata Temple.
City Palace - City palace is the biggest landmark of the
pulsating city of Jaipur. Commissioned by Maharaja Jai Singh II
of the Kachhwaha clan of Rajputs, the palace is a perfect blend
of Hindu and Islamic elements of ornamentation. The part of the
palace is still home to the royal family. It is most renowned
for its many magnificent structures like the Chandra Mahal,
Mubarak Mahal, Badal Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City
Palace Museum.
Hawa Mahal - Constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh
in 1799, Hawa Mahal is a five-storey structure. Built in red and
pink sand stone, it now houses a museum. The Palace was built to
let the ladies of royal family observe the daily processions of
the city.
Jantar Mantar - Built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh,
Jantar Mantar is an architectural marvel. This beautiful
structure has a collection of various geometrical monuments
providing accurate information about planetary positions and
timings etc.
Day 04:
Jaipur - Agra en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri
Morning depart for Agra.
En-route, visit Fatehpur Sikri. It is an abandoned capital city
of Mughals built by Emperor Akbar in gratitude towards Sufi
Saint Salim Chisti. The city is a perfect blend of Hindu and
Muslim style of architecture.
Continue drive to Agra.
Arrive Agra and transfer to hotel.
Check in at hotel. Spend evening at leisure.
Overnight stay in Agra.
Agra - Agra is a medieval city situated in Uttar
Pradesh. Home to the edifice that exemplifies the true essence
of love and passion, the Taj Mahal, it attracts many tourists
from all across the world. The city has a very vibrant culture.
It also has many other archeological marvels such as Agra Fort,
Itmad-ud-daulah, Chini-ka-rauza, Jama Masjid and Akbar's
Mausoleum that adds to it charm. The city also offers
scrumptious Mughlai cuisine.
Day 05:
Agra
After a leisurely breakfast, proceed to visit the edifice that
is epitome of love - The Taj Mahal.
Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in fond remembrance of his second
wife, Mumtaj Mahal, is the finest specimen of Mughal style of
architecture. It took 20 years to construct this spectacular
monument. Taj Mahal is renowned for its ageless beauty that can’t
be expressed in words.
Also visit Agra fort. Commissioned by Emperor Akbar and
completed by his successor Shah Jahan, it is built in red
sandstone and white marble. It has many palatial structure such
as Jahangir Mahal, Divan-e-Aam, Divan-e-Khash, Khas Mahal,
Anguri Bagh, Musamman Burj, Moti Masjid, Mina Masjid and Shish
Mahal.
Later visit other beautiful attractions of the city such as
Agra Fort, Sikandra and Ram Bagh.
Overnight stay will be in Agra.
 
Day 06:
Agra - Khajuraho
After a leisurely breakfast, transfer to railway station to
board the train to Khajuraho.
On arrival at Khajuraho, transfer to hotel.
Check in at hotel.
Acknowledged as the world heritage site, the temples of
Khajuraho are renowned for their erotic sculptures and images.
Out of 85 temples built in 10th-11th century in the reign of
Chandela rulers, only 22 temples have survived the harsh ravages
of time.
Evening will be free at leisure.
Night stay in Khajuraho.
 
Day 07:
Khajuraho
After relishing the sumptuous breakfast, proceed for an
excursion to the Western and Eastern temples of Khajuraho
covering Kandariyo Mahadeo temple, Chaunsath Yogini temple,
Chitragupta temple, Vishwanatha Temple, Parsavnath temple
Ghantai temple, Adinatha temple, Brahma temple and Duladeo
temple.
Overnight stay in Khajuraho.
 
Day 08:
Khajuraho - Varanasi
Post breakfast, transfer to airport to catch the flight for
Varanasi.
On arrival at Varanasi, transfer to hotel.
Check in at hotel. Said to be one of the oldest cities in the
world, Varanasi is a sacred city dotted with numerable temples
and ghats. The city exudes an aura of the ancient times.
Considered as an abode of Lord Shiva, it is situated on the
banks of River Ganges which is believed to have the power of
washing away all of one’s sins.Visit Bharat Mata Temple,
Sankat Mochan Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple and Durga Temple.
Also visit Aurangazeb’s Mosque and the Banaras Hindu
University, the largest university in India.
Evening, witness the mesmerizing “Aarti” ceremony on
the Ghats.
Night stay in Varanasi.
 
Day 09:
Varanasi - Delhi
Post breakfast, transfer to airport to catch the flight to
Delhi.
Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel.
Check in at hotel. Spend rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 10:
Delhi - Rishikesh
After a hearty breakfast, drive to Rishikesh.
Arrive Rishikesh and transfer to hotel.
Check in at hotel. Proceed for the sightseeing tour of
Rishikesh.
Visit Lakshman Jhula-a suspension bridge on the river Ganges is
one of the most popular places in Rishkesh. Also visit Bharat
Mandir situated on Triveni Ghat. It is dedicated to the younger
brother of Lord Rama.
Overnight stay in Rishikesh.
Delhi - Delhi is a fast growing capital city of India. Being
the centre of political activities from many centuries, it has
been gifted with many architectural marvels by several rulers. A
perfect potpourri of varied cultures, it is a fascinating blend
of modernity and tradition. The rich cultural and historical
heritage of Delhi makes it a very interesting city to explore. |
