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Images of North India
Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Gwalior - Orcha - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi
Duration : 11 days.
Here is an excellent circuit comprising the places, which must be seen. This is here; the profound love of a man for a woman, created the Taj Mahal, and the sacred Ganges flows across the holy cities that the 5000 years of history and culture seek to be shared.
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| Day 1- Arrive Delhi |
| Assistance on arrival at International airport, you will be met & transfered to hotel by our representative, relax and overnight at the hotel in Delhi. |
| Day 2- Delhi |
Morning visit of the Lutyens designed Delhi - the India Gate, Parliament Building and the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official residence of the President of India ‘Qutab Minar. This 'Tower of Victory 'was erected by Qutub-ud-din in 1193 and Humayun's Tomb, built by the wife of the second Mughal emperor is fine piece of architecture, the Taj Mahal, follows a similar style of architecture.
Afternoon visit Delhi is the capital of India, comprising Old and New Delhi. Old Delhi was the capital of Mughals between the 16th and the 19th centuries. Here there are many mosques, monuments and forts the most notable being the famous Red Fort and the Jama Masjid. The medieval atmosphere of the bazaars of Old Delhi contrasts sharply with the open, spacious streets of New Delhi, the imperial city created as the capital of India by the British. |
| Day 3- DELHI - JAIPUR |
| Morning depart for Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, also called the Pink City. Steeped in history and culture, this city is known for its magnificent Palaces and forts; broad avenues and spacious gardens. Jaipur with its romantic charm takes you to an epoch of royalty and tradition. Arrive and proceed to the hotel. Late in the afternoon depart for a panoramic city tour of JAIPUR. Thereafter have a joyful rickshaw ride in this quaint city and return to the hotel. Overnight |
| Day 4- JAIPUR |
| Morning excursion to Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire rulers, perched atop the hill overlooking the lake. Ascend to this hilltop fort in Maharajah style… by decorated Elephant. Visit the beautiful complex of palaces including inlaid mirror palace, halls, pavilions, gardens and the famous Kali temple. In the Afternoon, city tour of JAIPUR, visiting the City Palace- the Royal residence of Maharajah built in Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, Hawa Mahal" the Palace of Wind & the Observatory of the 18th century. Thereafter, have a Walk in the bustling bazaars of Jaipur, well known for their beautiful carpets, enamelled ornaments, precious and semi-precious stones, brass ornaments and many other arts and crafts. Overnight |
| Day 5- JAIPUR - FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA |
| In the morning we begin our Journey towards Agra, the old imperial capital of Mughal India. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned city built by Akbar as his capital for 14 years visit Panch Mahal, Shrine of Shaikh Salim Chisti, Bulund Darwaza & Step wells. Thereafter, we continue our journey to Agra. Arrive and installation at Hotel. |
| Day 6- Agra |
| In the morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal, whose eternal beauty will astonish and mesmerize the visitors. The Taj Mahal was built by the Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal who died in 1631.Return to Hotel. Afternoon, visit of the Grand Agra Fort where lived three Mughal Emperors. Each one left there his print, sandstone red of Akbar and Jehangir, white marble of Jahan Shah. Evening Free time for shopping. Overnight |
| Day 7- AGRA-GWALIOR (train)-ORCHA |
| After Tea- Coffee depart by Shatabdi Express for Jhansi - the pearl of Hindustan. Arrive and depart straight for the visit of the imposing and magnificent Gwalior Fort made of sandstone, visit Man Mandir a six-towered palace. Visit the enormous, 19th century Jai Vilas Palace. This Palace is famous for its ornate chandeliers & crystal. After Lunch proceed towards Continue towards medieval city of Orcha flanked by the river Betwa, known for its palaces and temples of the 16th and 17th century built by Bundela rulers. Arrive and proceed to the hotel. Overnight |
| Day 8- ORCHHA - KHAJURAHO |
| Morning after breakfast, visit the ancient Palace of Maharaja Bir Singh. Continue for Khajuraho, the ancient capital of the Kings of Chandela. Arrive and installation at Hotel, Afternoon visit the temples dating back to the 11th century, admired for their beauty whose intricate sculptures and erotic carvings are one of the outstanding achievements of Indian art. Later in the afternoon enjoy the Cycle rickshaw ride through the village of Khajuraho. Return to Hotel. Overnight. |
| Day 9- KHAJURAHO - VARANASI (Flight) |
| Morning visit eastern group temples dedicated to Jainism with beautiful sculptures Transfer to airport to connect flight for Varanasi. Arrive and continue for Sarnath - 5 miles out of Varanasi - one of the holiest Buddhist sites in the world, where Buddha preached his first Sermon in 550 BC Sarnath has a fine Museum filled with sculptures found at the site. In the evening leave for a special cruise on the Ganges on candle lit country boats to see the devout Hindu performing the "Puja" with lighted lamps. The view is very mesmerizing and the ambience is charged with religious fervor & spectacular. Later return to the hotel. Overnight |
| Day 10- VARANASI - DELHI (Flight) |
| Early morning boat ride on the Ganges at dawn when it is full of pilgrims is an amazing place to witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most important religions. Thereafter, walk through the narrow lanes and colorful bazaars in the heart of the old city and visit the temples. The visit includes the famous Kashi Vishwa Nath Temple, Banaras Hindu University and the Durga Temple. Return to Hotel. Proceed to Airport to connect flight for Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. |
| Day 11- DELHI - BACK HOME |
| Day free for last minute souvenir shopping or individual activities, after farewell dinner transfer to International airport to board the flight back home. |
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