Duration: 10 nights / 11 days
Destinations: Delhi, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Mathura, Jhansi, Orchha, Khajuraho, Varanasi, Delhi
Day 01: Arrive Delhi: By International Carrier
Arrive Delhi airport. After clearing your custom & immigrations you shall be met by our representative outside the exit gate of the arrival hall. After meeting/assistance and traditional welcome at the airport transfer to hotel. Rest of the day/night at leisure to overcome jet-leg of the long flight & to recuperate to our weather conditions.
Delhi – The capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope – that is India. Don’t let your first impressions of Delhi stick like a sacred cow in a traffic jam: get behind the madcap façade and discover the inner peace of a city rich with culture, architecture and human diversity, deep with history and totally addictive to epicureans. Both Old and New Delhi exert a beguiling charm on visitors. Lose yourself unwinding the secrets of the city’s Mughal past in the labyrinthine streets of Old Delhi before emerging into the wide open spaces of imperial New Delhi, with its ordered governmental vistas and generous leafy avenues
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
Have some delicious Breakfast in the hotel, later go for a full day sightseeing tour of Delhi, composed of impressively grand buildings with architectural heritage grab the hearts of visitors. Firstly visit Jama Mosque the largest mosque in India, Red fort palace of the Moghul Empire, Raj Ghat where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Also visit India Gate and Presidential buildings.
New Delhi – An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun’s Tomb, 12th century Minaret- Qutub Minar graceful and well sculptured and stands 75 meters, a drive along the ceremonial avenue – Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, The President House, once the House of British viceroys and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave
Old Delhi – A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat – the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid – the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort-once the most opulent fort and palace of the Mughal Empire.
In the evening enjoy the shopping at Chandani Chock, the oldest market of Delhi.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur (265 Kms drive)
After having your Breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Jaipur. Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan, showcases an excellent blend of tradition, culture and modern attitude.
Upon arrival check in at the hotel and relax.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 04: Jaipur
Have some royal breakfast at the hotel, later a sightseeing tour visiting Amber Fort. Where you get an opportunity to climb up to the fort on decorated elephant back. Also visit the splendid City Palace & Museum, Jantar Mantar, the world’s biggest stone observatory, Palace of Winds also known as Hawa Mahal, a five storied wonder.
In the evening time visit the colorful market of Jaipur.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (245 Kms drive)
Have some light Breakfast in the hotel. Later drive to Agra, enroute visit Fatehpur sikri. It is a mesmerizing city planned by the great emperor Akbar in the honor of Sheikh Salim Chisti. Visit some unbelievably stunning palaces, eye-catching monuments and other buildings which are the main attractions of Fatehpur Sikri.
Later continue your drive to Agra,
Thereafter visit the famous Agra Fort – The first of the great mughal buildings where three Mughal emperor left there foot prints. Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction.
Upon arrival check in to the hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 06: Agra (60 Kms one way)
After having some finger licking breakfast in the hotel and visit to the Taj Mahal, It is a prime attraction of all monuments in India. It was made of while marble, carving of precious stones on the best of marble is exceptional.
(NOTE: Taj Mahal remain close on FRIDAY )
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 07: Agra – Jhansi – Orccha – Khajuraho (By Train / By surface 175 Kms drive)
Morning breakfast at hotel and transfer to the railway station to board the train to Jhansi.
Upon arrival meet our representative at Jhansi railway station and drive to Khajuraho en-route visit Orchha.
Orchha is a small town situated on the banks of the Betwa River. This place gives you the glimpse of ‘India of the Maharajas’.
Upon arrival at Khajuraho check in to the hotel and relax.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 08: Khajuraho – Varanasi (By Afternoon Flight)
In this morning after having early breakfast at hotel move for the sightseeing of Eastern and Western group of temples in Khajuraho. There are only 20 temples are left out of 85, which utters the glory of Chandela Dynasty.
Later you will be Transfer to the airport to board the flight to Varanasi.
Upon arrival meet our representative and transfer to hotel and relax.
In the evening you can attend the Aarti and enjoy the holy atmosphere at the Ghats of the river Ganges. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 09: Varanasi
Enjoy an early morning bat ride on river Ganga and see the pilgrims doing worship. After that return back to the hotel and have some heavy breakfast.
Later go for the half day sightseeing tour of Varanasi visiting Kashi Vishwanath temple and Assi Ghat. Also visit Banaras Hindu University and Bharat Kala Bhavan.
In the evening free at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10: Varanasi – Delhi (By Morning Flight)
Morning breakfast at hotel and transfer to airport the flight for Delhi, upon arrival check-in at hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 11: Delhi (By International Carrier)
Morning breakfast at hotel and transfer to airport the flight for Delhi and connecting flight for Colombo.
……..End of The Tour & Let the pleasant memories of the past days linger on your mind for a long, long time………
