Classical India

Upon arrival at Delhi International airport, you will be greeted by our representative followed by transfer to your hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. Tour of Old Delhi includes a drive past the Red Fort, visit to the Jama Masjid which is the largest mosque in Asia and the Raj Ghat which is the final resting place of Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon tour of New Delhi includes a visit to the Qutab Minar, the majestic victory tower built in the early 13th century indicating the zenith of architectural excellence. Also, visit the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun; drive past the colossal India Gate, the Parliament buildings and the Rashtrapathi Bhawan. Return to your hotel after the sightseeing tour. Stay overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to airport to board the flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, meet and greet by our representative and transference to the hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Early morning, proceed for a boat cruise on the river Ganges around the Ghats. At dawn, the Ghats (banks of river Ganges) are abuzz with devotees performing their religious ablutions to the rising sun and other activities as the life unfolds every day. Also visit Kashi – Vishwanath Temple, the most sacred of shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, the patron deity of Varanasi. Return to hotel for breakfast after the tour. Then, proceed for an excursion to Sarnath, a major Buddhist centre in the world. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast served at the hotel. Then proceed to the airport to board the flight to Khajuraho. Upon arrival at Khajuraho airport, meet and greet by our representative and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Stay overnight at the Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Eastern Group & Western Group of Chandela Temple Complex. Among the Western Group of temples, the most important temple is the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple which enshrines Lord Shiva. It is one of the largest and most typical of the Khajuraho temples. The Eastern Group of temples include the Ghantai Temple, Vamana Temple dedicated to the "Vamana" or dwarf incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the Javari Temple. Start overnight at the Hotel.

After breakfast at the Hotel, transfer to Jhansi railway station (195 KMS / 5Hrs.) to board the train Shatabdi Express to Agra. En-route visit Orchha, whose grandeur has been frozen in time leaving a rich legacy of the bygone era. This medieval city is adorned with myriad palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th century which retain much of their essence in the present. Upon arrival at Agra railway station, transfer to hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast visit Taj Mahal; the monument which bears testimonial to the eternal love of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Also visit the Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture. Stay overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven from Agra to Jaipur (220 KMS / 6 hours) en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the isolated red sandstone city, built by the Great Mughal Emperor Akbar to serve as his capital and residence in the late 16th century. It was abandoned soon after it was built when the local wells went dry and it remains today in much the same condition that it was over 300 years ago. Continue the drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, proceed for the city tour of Jaipur. In the morning, you will be driven to the outskirts of Jaipur to the ancient capital Amer to see the magnificent Amer Fort. Afternoon proceed to visit the City Palace, which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armory, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. Stay overnight at the hotel.

After Breakfast at the Hotel, free time for individual activities. Afternoon; drive back to Delhi (260 KMS /6Hrs.). Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to the international airport on-time to board flight for your onward destination.