Trip Information
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 01 Arrive Delhi - Jaipur (250 km- 5 hrs)
You arrive in Delhi by International flight. After
traditional Swagat' (Welcome), our representative would assist you at the
airport & to our hotel for check-in. After some rest & breakfast in the
hotel we will check-out of the hotel & proceed for Delhi sightseeing.
At 1000 hrs, we will take you for a half Day sightseeing
tour of Humayun's Tomb, Lotus temple (Closed on Monday) & Qutub Minar.
Later we will leave for Jaipur, the flamboyant capital of
Rajasthan. On arrival at Jaipur, our representative will meet & assist you
to check-in at our hotel.
Overnight Hotel- Jaipur
DAY 02 Jaipur
Early morning after breakfast 11 km drive to Amber, the
capital of the gallant Rajputs from 1037 to 1728 AD. We ride the elephant back
and reach the Fort situated on the hill and then visit the Fort Palace. Later
we visit the City Palace, Birla Temple, Jantar Mantar Observatory and the
Palace of Winds. Overnight stay.
Optional Excursion to Chokhi Dhani:
Today we will take you for an evening excursion to Chokhi
Dhani complex, an ethnic village resort located at a distance of 15 km from
Jaipur. Evenings at Chokhi Dhani are very special. A Rajasthani village
atmosphere is recreated on the sprawling ground and includes the entertainment
by folk dancers and musicians. The guests can move around freely and enjoy the
evening. Later drive back to the Hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 03 Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (260 km / 6 hrs)
After breakfast in the coffee shop, we drive at 0900 hrs to
Agra. En route we visit Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece in sandstone with the
stunning elegance of its palaces and courts. Further proceed to Agra, upon
arrival we help you check-in at our hotel at Agra. In the evening enjoy the
magic show performed by the local magician. Overnight stay at Agra.
DAY 04 Agra – Mathura and Vrindavan – Agra –(60 km / 1.5 hrs
/ One way)
Agra, erstwhile capital of great Mughals & known for Taj
Mahal. It has always fascinated Indians & foreigners alike. Most of Agra is
on West bank of river Yamuna, with the Agra Fort & Taj Mahal at its
nucleus. Taj Mahal is quite simply one of mankind's most remarkable creations.
After early breakfast, we drive at 0800 hrsvisit the
incredible architectural excellence of Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday), built by
Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife MumtazMahal. Next we visit
Agra Fort, built principally as a military establishment by Akbar in 1565. The
red sandstone Agra Fort was partially converted into a palace during Shah
Jahan's time. This massive Fort is 2.5 km long & is considered as the
predecessor of the Delhi Red Fort.
Later in the afternoon we visit Sikandara, Akbar's tomb and
to Mathura (Shri Krishna Janmabhumi Temple) & Vrindavan (Bankey Bihari
Temple & ISKCON Temple) (Temples are close between 1200–1600 hrs), related
with birth & childhood of Lord Krishna. In the evening return to Agra.
Overnight Hotel- Agra
DAY 05 Agra – Gwalior (Shatabdi Express Dep. at 0800-0930
hrs.)
Morning post breakfast on time transfer to railway station
to board the train for Gwalior. Upon arrival assistance and check-in hotel.
Gwalior, a city whose history dates back to 8th century is a
mosaic of the Rajput clans of the Pratihasas, Kachwahas and Tomars, each
leaving their marks on the city's magnificent monuments. Later in the afternoon
our guide will take you for a sightseeing of Gwalior city which comprises of
visits to the Gwalior Fort, Jaivilas Palace and tombs of Ghaus Mohamed and
Tansen. Evening at leisure and overnight
stay at hotel.
DAY 06 Gwalior – Orchha (120 km/ 03 hrs)
Morning post breakfast we will drive to Orchha. Orchha has a
medieval town atmosphere attached to it. The Betwa River quietly flows by the
town. The 16th century palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers appear
to be suspended in time. Upon arrival
assistance and check-in hotel.
In the afternoon we will visit Orchha Fort, Jahangir Mahal,
Raj Mahal and Ram Raja temple. Evening at leisure and overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 07 Orchha -
Khajuraho(160 km/ 04 hrs)
Morning post breakfast drive to Khajuraho, well known for its magnificent temples which
are among the most creative examples of the Indian architecture. Built between
950 and 1050 A.D, only 22 temples out of 85 now survive. Khajuraho sculpture is
sublime and sensuous, the centre of new imagery in art. The popular theme is
woman: reflective, playful amorous. The carving also depict Griffins, Nymphs,
Beasts, Demons in revolt, Gods in cosmic evolution, fear, doubt, jealousy,
ardent love and consummate passion. Upon arrival assistance and check-in hotel.
Later in the afternoon our guide will take you for a
sightseeing trip to Khajuraho temples, built by the mighty warrior kings of the
Chandela dynasty, in a truly inspired burst of creativity. The temples are
famous for the magnificent carvings depicting numerous sexual postures of the
famous "Kamasutra", ancient Indian work on sex. Only 22 temples
survive of the 85 originally built. In fact, worship is still done today in the
Matangeshwara temple, continuing an unbroken 1000 year tradition. Evening at
leisure and overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 08 Khajuraho – (Flt. 9W-334 Dep. 1330/ Arr. 1410 hrs)
Varanasi – Excursion to Sarnath
Morning at leisure. Later we drive to reach on time at 1200
hrs to the airport to board the flight to Varanasi, the oldest and the holiest
Hindu city, known for its Hindu traditional customs and rituals. We meet and
assist you on arrival at Varanasi airport and help you check-in at our hotel.
Next at 1530 hrs we leave for Sarnath at a distance of 12
Kms from Varanasi, where Lord Buddha
preached his first sermon after Enlightenment. At Sarnath in the Ganges Valley
of India, the Buddha proclaimed the law of faith. It was here that he taught
the keys aspects of Buddhism the four noble truths, the eightfold path and the
middle way philosophy. The Buddha encouraged followers to avoid extremes of
austerity or pleasure. The remains of monasteries dating from the third century
B.C. to the first century C.E. indicate a thriving monastic community.
Overnight stay at hotel in Varanasi. (B)
DAY 09 Varanasi – Delhi (Shivganga Express Dep at 1830 hrs)
Early morning before breakfast at 0500 hrs boat ride on the
river Ganges. We rise before dawn and step gingerly in the boat as the boatman
starts rowing the boat. We wait for the daily miracle to unfold, as the Sun
appears triumphantly over the horizon. The sound of conches and temple bells
add to the delicate pink fabric of dawn. The formerly hushed murmuring of
ancient Sanskrit 'Shlokas' now rises, in one voice, to a crescendo of
unparalleled piety and joy. We return to our hotel for breakfast.
Rest of the day at leisure and free to explore the city on
your own. Later in the afternoon we
drive to railway station to board the overnight train for Delhi. Overnight on
board.
DAY 10 Arrive Delhi at 0700 hrs.
In the morning we reach New Delhi railway station. Upon
arrival our representative will meet and assist you at the railway station to
transfer you to your hotel.
Later in the afternoon we will take you for a sightseeing
trip to Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat, & then drive around India Gate &
President's House.
Overnight Hotel- Delhi
DAY 11 Depart Delhi
