North India Tour
Duration:
10 Days Tour
Places
to Visit: Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Khajuraho
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Varanasi - Delhi :: Book
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Day 01 : ARRIVE-DELHI
Our company representative will receive you on your arrival at the international
airport.
Transfer to the hotel.

Since, most international flights into Delhi land between late evening/midnight
and early morning, the touring activities are scheduled only from the
following day.
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.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 : DELHI
After a leisurely breakfast embark on a sightseeing tour of New Delhi
where ornate buildings recall the days when India was the Jewel in the
crown of the British empire. Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower,
the India Gate and the grand government buildings, the President's House
and Parliament House all dating back to the time of British Raj. The imperial
city of New Delhi generates a mesmerizing charm reflecting well-composed
and spacious streets under the shade of imposing government buildings.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03 : DELHI-JAIPUR
After a leisurely breakfast embark on a sightseeing tour of New Delhi
where ornate buildings recall the days when India was the Jewel in the
crown of the British empire. Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower,
the India Gate and the grand government buildings, the President's House
and Parliament House all dating back to the time of British Raj. The imperial
city of New Delhi generates a mesmerizing charm reflecting well-composed
and spacious streets under the shade of imposing government buildings.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 : JAIPUR
After breakfast, excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride from the foothills
of the Aravallis to the fort entrance. Amber Fort : At a distance of 11
kms from Jaipur, Amber was the ancient capital of Jaipur state. Construction
of the fort began in 1592 by Raja Man Singh, the Rajput commander of Akbar's
army and is a superb example of Rajput architecture.
Afternoon, city tour of Jaipur. Visit the City Palace which has museum
having an extensive collection of art, carpets, enamel ware and weapons;
Jantar Mantar - the observatoyr built my Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728 and
the façade of Hawa Mahal.
Overnight at hotel.
Day
05 : JAIPUR-FATEHPUR SIKRI-AGRA
Morning drive to Agra, the city of the Taj visiting Fatehpur Sikri en
route.
Fatehpur Sikri:The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that
as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating
experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine
condition ... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been
like in the days of it's grandeur. Also visit the Buland Darwaza, the
largest gateway in the world.
On arrival in Agra, check in at the hotel.
Agra: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the
little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire
- giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a visitor
to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone
and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible
charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not
surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously.
Afternoon city tour of Agra including a visit to the world famous Taj
Mahal, Red Fort.
TAJ mahal: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which
is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built
by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife
Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed,
and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design
balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its
elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work
ever seen.
Overnight at hotel.
Day
06 : AGRA-JHANSI-KHAJURAHO
Breakfast will be at hotel. You will be transferred to station for train
to Jhansi.
Bhopal Shatabdi Agra / Jhansi 08:15 -10:40hrs
Reach Jhansi and proceed to Orchha, 12 km away. Proceed for sightseeing
of ORCHHA sites within the Fort Complex. Enjoy your lunch at Orchha. Continue
drive to Khajuraho.Reach Khajuraho. Transferred to hotel and relax. Evening
will be free or you can go out for a stroll.
Khajuraho is well known for its magnificent temples, were built between
950 and 1050 A.D. Khajuraho derives its name from the Khajur tree (the
date palm tree) which can be found in abundance in the area.The divine
sculptures in these temples, are a tribute to Life itself, embodying everything
that is sublime and spontaneous about it. The murals depict the life and
times of the Chandelas, and celebrate the erotic state of being. They
not only testify to the mastery of the craftsman, but also to the extraordinary
breadth of vision of the Chandela Rajputs under whose reign, these temples
were constructed.
Overnight will be at Khajuraho.
Day 07 : KHAJURAHO
After B/fast Visit the Eastern and Western Group of temples.
The world famous Khajuraho temples were built by the Chandela kings between
950 AD and 1050 AD. The most important are the Chaunset Yogini Temple
dedicated to Goddess Kali, The Mahadev Temple, Chitragupta or Bharatji
Temple with a lovely image of 11 headed Vishnu, Vishvanath and Nandi Temples,
Lakshmana Temple, Visha Temple of Shiva, which is the largest & most typical
of temples. Visit the Eastern group of temples that consist of the Parasvanath
Temple - the only Jain Temple surviving at Khajuraho and has excellent
sculptures on the outer walls of the Sanctum, the Javeri Temple dedicated
to Vishnu. The other temples in this group are those dedicated to Brahma,
Yamuna and Adinath.
Overnight will be at Khajuraho.
Day 08 : KHAJURAHO-VARANASI
Morning at leisure. Later, transfer to the airport for flight to the holy
city of Varanasi.
9W 723 Khajuraho / Varanasi 1215-1300hrs
On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
Varanasi, known to the devout as Kashi, is said to have been founded by
Shiva, Lord of the Universe. One of the oldest living cities in the world,
as also one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India, Varanasi
is a major tourist attraction. Situated on the banks of the sacred Ganges,
the city has been a centre of learning and civilisation for over 2000
years.
Proceed for a half day city tour of Varanasi visiting Benares Hindu University,
Durga temple & Bharat Mata temple (Mother India Temple).
Overnight at hotel.
Day
09 : VARANASI
Drive to Dasaswamedh Ghat early in the morning and take a boat ride on
the sacred river Ganges to see the cremation Ghats and witness the living
traditions of one of the world's oldest and most important religions.
(start at 0500 hrs. for the best lifetime experience) For you to appreciate
this remarkable city, well transfer you to the banks of the River Ganges
before the sun rises. Board a boat with your guide and proceed to the
middle of the river, where at sunrise the sight unfolds before you. Thousands
of faithful come daily to the banks to bathe and pray while in the background,
temples and palaces rise in tiers from the waters edge. Return for a
walk through the cobblestone streets along the banks of "Ganga". As shops
are opening, the place now becomes a beehive of activity as the faithful
are coming and going.
In the afternoon excursion to Sarnath, once of the most sacred places
for Budhhist, where Lord Buddha gave first sermon after attaining enlightenment.
Visit famous Dhamaekha Stupa, Moolgandha Kuti Vihar and famous Sarnath
museum having rich collection of antiques from Ancient India.
Overnight at Varanasi.
Day 10 : VARANASI-DELHI
Breakfast will be served at the hotel. Relax in the morning. Later proceed
to the airport for flight to Delhi.
9W724 Varanasi / Delhi 1440-1600hrs
On arrival in Delhi transfer to the hotel.
Day 11 : DELHI / ONWARD JOURNEY
On time transfer to airport to board flight for home.
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