Overview

Travel throughout beautiful northern India city designed such way that covers maximum sightseeing and destination with no hectic schedule and value for money.

Best of India catered with diversity with different taste and explore wonders like Tajmahal, City of Maharaja Jaipur, oldest living city and seat of culture like Varanasi and great structures of Khajuraho. This combination of enchanting destinations however, displays the richness of India’s history, heritage, rural and culture very beautifully in shortest time possible.

Inclusions

• Return flight from London to Delhi
• Accommodation in hotel as per chosen category
• Meal as mentioned
• All transfer and sightseeing as per itinerary
• Guide at Monuments
• Rikshaw ride at Delhi
• Elephant ride at Jaipur
• Tonga ride at Agra
• Boat Ride at Varanasi
• Train Ticket from Varanasi to Delhi

Itinerary

Day 1

Fly from London to Delhi.

Day 2

Arrival Delhi

On arrival at the airport, meet your representative and transfer to hotel. Afternoon proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing, feel real representation of Old Delhi with narrow lanes, traditional people, colourfull market, lot of smiley face with different religion and tradition at one place which represent equality in difference. Witness of Old Delhi daily routine life, enjoy Rickshaw ride with this old heritage and tradition. Visit Jama masjid- one of largest mosque of India where twenty five thousand people can pray at one time. Drive pass through red fort which is almost same as compare to Agra fort. Also visit world leader Mahatama Gandhi’s memorial. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal: No Meal

Day 3

Delhi–Jaipur

Morning breakfast and you will be taken to see the “New Delhi” which came into existence much later and is also known as Lutyens Delhi, taking after the name of a British architect who was largely responsible in designing India Gate, Presidential House, Secretariat, Parliament House and many other buildings in that area. Visit the recent jewel in the crown "Lotus Temple" and then drive on to see the tallest tower in Delhi, known as Qutub Minar, which declared the arrival and rise of Islam in India. Visit Qutub Minar – the great monument of Delhi was built by Qutubuddin Aibek. Proceed to Jaipur. On arrival Jaipur, check into hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 4

Jaipur

After leisurely breakfast, enjoy the guided sightseeing tour of the pink city built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer 260 years ago. Here the past comes alive in magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the Maharajas. Take an excursion to Amber Fort; add a magical touch to the visit by riding on the back of an elephant from the foot of the hill up to the gates of the fortress in the manner of former kings and queens. Within the complex, Ganesh Pol, an imposing gateway painted with images of the elephant-headed god, Ganesh takes pride of the place. Also a part of the complex is the Diwan-I-Aam (Hall of the Public audience) with its spectacular display of pillars. Also visit the Maharaja’s City Palace, the home of the erstwhile royal family, the Observatory, Hawa Mahal also known as Wind Palace built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and drive past the old part of Jaipur city. This fascinating city with its romantic charm takes you to a feel of royalty and tradition and has plenty of forts and monuments that remind you of the ancient glamour, glory and charm of Rajput rulers. Jaipur was and still remains the only city in the world symbolising the nine divisions of the universe, through nice rectangular sectors sub-dividing it. It is a royal city and its surroundings are rather like an endless museum. The delightfully laid out gardens and parks, attractive monuments and marvellous heritage hotels, which were once the residence of Maharaja’s are worthy of admiration. Remaining of the day is free to explore local bazaars, which are known for its embroidered leather shoes, blue pottery, tie and dye scarves and other exotic wares or relax at your hotel. Overight at Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 5

Jaipur–Agra

Have a leisurely breakfast and proceed to Agra enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri. One enters Sikri from the Agra Gate, one of the nine gateways on the way to the palace complex. Diwan-i-Aam or the hall of public audience appears first. It is a huge rectangular walled-in courtyard where petitions were heard, proclamations made, ambassadors received and entertainment programme held. Ponder the mysterious desertion of this capital city that was dramatically abandoned a few years after it was built. It was a veritable fairy tale city and its ’’ruins’’ are still in a pristine condition. Though over 400 years old, Fatehpur Sikri is perfectly preserved. Reach Agra and check into hotel. Evening visit Taj Mahal during Sunset. The Taj Mahal was built by an emperor in memory of his beloved queen. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631 and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. The design and construction is said to be that of the legendary architect, Ustad Ahamad Lahori. Legend has it that once construction was completed, Shah Jahan had Lahori’’s hands cut off and blinded, so he would never be able to duplicate the structure. What makes Taj Mahal unique is its perfect proportions, distinct femininity, medium of construction and ornamentation. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints during sunrise and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 6

Agra–Orchha

After a leisurely breakfast, check out and before proceeding Orchha, visit Agra Fort; on the west bank of the Yamuna River, Akbar’s (the third of the Great Mughal) magnificent Fort dominates the center of the city. Akbar erected the walls, gates and the first building inside, Shah Jahan built the impressive imperial quarters and mosque, while Aurangazeb (the sixth and last of the Great Moghuls) added the outer ramparts. Later proceed to Orchha; the historic town of Madhya Pradesh, attracts travellers from around the world. The town has its history dating back to 1501, when Rudra Pratap Singh established it. Betwa River babbles and meanders through this town. Its remnants draw a picture of the past that inspires its visitors to know more about the legends and stories. Temples, Chattris, palaces and many such archaeological marvels are strewn around the locale. Upon arrival Orchha, check into hotel. Later explore Orchha. Evening enjoy historic light and sound show. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 7

Orchha–Khajuraho

After a leisurely breakfast, check out and proceed to Khajuraho. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a group of Hindu and Jain temples and are one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. The temples are famous for their nagara-style architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures. Most Khajuraho temples were built between 950 and 1050 by the Chandela dynasty. Reach Khajuraho and check in at hotel. Afternoon visit the world famous Khajuraho temples constructed over a span of 100 years, between 950 and 1050 A.D. These temples are considered the "high point" of Indian architectural genius in the medieval period. Life in every form and mood has been captured on these stones. Today out of the original 85 temples, only 22 have survived the ravages of time. These temples are a fine example and have gained popularity due to their salacious depiction of traditional way of life during the medieval times. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 8

Khajuraho–Allahabad

After a leisurely breakfast, check out and proceed to Allahabad also known as “Tirthraj Prayag” considered as one the holiest place for Hindus where three rivers meet together called Sangam. Evening visit Sangam. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 9

Allahabad–Varanasi

After a leisurely breakfast, check out and proceed to Varanasi; One of most oldest city in world. A city of Joy, cultural and major seat of education since old age to present as well. Varanasi abounds in the art of silk weaving, an exotic work of art which manifests itself in precious Banarasi silk saris and silk brocades which are cherished as collector’s items across the world, even today. Upon arrival, check into hotel. Afternoon we’ll proceed to visit Sarnath; the place where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon at the deer park after his enlightenment. Sarnath is one of the four holy Buddhist sites sanctioned by Lord Buddha himself for pilgrimage. Sarnath is one of the richest in Buddhist antiquities ranging in date from the times of Ashoka down to the 12th century A.D. Ashoka built here the Dharmarajika Stupa and nearby a pillar surmounted by the magnificent capital of four adorned Lions, which today forms the national emblem of India. Later in the evening witness the Grand prayer (Aarti) ceremony conducted on the Ghats of River Ganges. You will be transferred to a surreal world, as dozens of big lamps are lighted and swayed in semi-circle, in tandem by the priests to offer prayers, while singing of Vedic hymns and playing of the traditional instruments, while the visitors release 100 of small earthen lamps with flickering lights. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 10

Varanasi–Delhi (Overnight train)

Wake up early morning and proceed to enjoy the heritage walk and sunrise boat ride on river Ganges. The river will be thronged with early morning bathers, raising their faces to the rising sun and reciting the sacred mantra. One can see the perpetual movement of the pilgrims on the steps, the vivid colours of their clothes glistening against the pale gold water, the triangular flags fluttering atop the temple spires. Varanasi is associated with promotion of spiritualism, mysticism and Sanskrit, yoga and Hindi language. Visit the Banaras ghat, Assi ghat & various other ghats. Post morning tour return to the hotel for breakfast. Later transfer to railway station to catch overnight train for Delhi. Overnight on board.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 11

Arr Delhi

On arrival transfer to hotel. After breakfast day at leisure to enjoy your free time. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 12

Delhi–Departure

After breakfast transfer to Delhi airport enabling you to board the flight for your onward journey.

Meal: Breakfast

Cost of Package does not include

• Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips. Liquor, joy rides.(which is not mentioned in inclusion list)
• Any other item not specified in “Inclusions”.
• Additional sightseeing or usages of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary.

Extra Meal Supplement (Optional)

Half Board meal supplement £ 45 Per Person

Full Board meal supplement £ 85 Per Person