Activities
9 DAYS 8 NIGHTS DELHI – JAIPUR – AGRA - KHAJURAHO – VARANASI
DAY 01
ARRIVE DELHI & CITY TOUR
Meeting by local representative on arrival and assistance at the airport.
Thereafter proceed for Delhi city sightseeing visiting:
India Gate - The India Gate is a war memorial located astride the Rajpath, on the eastern edge of the "ceremonial axis" of New Delhi, formerly called Kingsway.
Red Fort - The Red Fort is a historic fort in the city of Delhi in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal dynasty for nearly 200 years, until 1856. It is located in the centre of Delhi and houses a number of museums.
Jama Masjid - The Masjid-i Jahān-Numā, commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656 at a cost of 1 million rupees, and was inaugurated by an Imam from Bukhara, present-day Uzbekistan.
Chandni Chowk - this main street of Old Delhi is the colourful shopping bazaar, known as Chandni Chowk. It has very sharp contrast to the open, spacious streets of Delhi.
After sightseeing transfer to hotel for relaxation and overnight stay.
Note: Itinerary may defer depending on arrival time.
DAY 02
BREAKFAST
IN DELHI
After breakfast proceed for remaning sightseeing places in Delhi city coveing the following places of interest:
Qutub Minar - the highest monument of India, Qutub Minar is 72.5 m high, tapering from 2.75 m in diameter at its peak, to 14.32 m at its base, and alternating angular and rounded flutings.
Lotus Temple - the Lotus Temple, located in Delhi, India, is a Bahá'í House of Worship that was dedicated in December 1986. Notable for its flowerlike shape, it has become a prominent attraction in the city. Like all Bahá'í Houses of Worship, the Lotus Temple is open to all, regardless of religion or any other qualification.
Laxminarayan Temple - the Laxminarayan Temple, also known as the Birla Mandir is a Hindu temple up to large extent dedicated to Laxminarayan in Delhi, India. Laxminarayan usually refers to Vishnu, Preserver in the Trimurti, also known as Narayan, when he is with his consort Lakshmi.
Humayun's Tomb - Humayun's tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects chosen by her.
Safdarjung's Tomb - Safdarjung's Tomb is a sandstone and marble mausoleum in Delhi, India. It was built in 1754 in the late Mughal Empire style for Nawab Safdarjung. The monument has an ambience of spaciousness and an imposing presence with its domed and arched red brown and white coloured structures.
Iskcon Temple - Sri Sri Radha Parthasarathi Mandir, generally known as the ISKCON Delhi temple, is a well known Vaishnav temple of Lord Krishna and Radharani in the form of Radha Parthasarathim.
After tour free time for shopping.
Return back to hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 03
BREAKFAST
DELHI – JAIPUR (280 KM/05 HRS 30 MINS)
After breakfast, check out hotel and drive to Jaipur.
Jaipur - is the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. It evokes the royal family that once ruled the region and that, in 1727, founded what is now called the Old City or “Pink City” for its trademark building colour. At the centre of its stately street grid (notable in India) stands the opulent, colonnaded City Palace complex. With gardens, courtyards and museums, part of it is still a royal residence.
Upon arrive in Jaipur check in hotel.
Rest of the day free for own leisure own activities.
Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 04
BREAKFAST
IN JAIPUR
After breakfast visit the following places of interest:
Amer Fort - Amer Fort is a fort located in Amer, Rajasthan, India. Amer is a town with an area of 4 square kilometers located 11 kilometers from Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Located high on a hill, it is the principal tourist attraction in Jaipur.
Jal Mahal - Jal Mahal is a palace in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur city, the capital of the state of Rajasthan, India. The palace and the lake around it were renovated and enlarged in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber.
Hawa Mahal - Hawa Mahal is a palace in Jaipur, India; it is constructed of red and pink sandstone. The palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends to the zenana, or women's chambers. The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh.
City Palace - The City Palace was established at the same time as the city of Jaipur, by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, who moved his court to Jaipur from Amber, in 1727. Jaipur is the present-day capital of the state of Rajasthan, and until 1949 the City Palace was the ceremonial and administrative seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur.
Jantar Mantar - Jantar Mantar which consists of 13 architectural astronomy instruments. The primary purpose of the observatory was to compile astronomical tables, and to predict the times and movements of the sun, moon and planets,
After tour free time for shopping.
Return back to hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 05
BREAKFAST
JAIPUR – AGRA via CHAND BAWRI & STEP WELL & FATEHPUR SIKRI (237 KM/05 HRS)
After breakfast check out hotel and proceed to Lansdowne. On arrival check in and relax.
Evening enjoy the leisure time at the local Market of Lansdowne (free for individual activities). Lansdowne is situated at an altitude of 1700 mts above sea level surrounded with thick oak and blue pine forests.
Lansdowne - is a hill station in the north Indian state of Uttarakhand. It was founded as a military garrison under the British Raj, and the Garhwali Museum traces the history of the Garhwal Rifles regiment, which still trains in the town. Close to colonial-era St. Mary’s Church, Tip-n-Top viewpoint is perched up on a ridge overlooking forested hills. Hindu devotees worship Shiva at the centuries-old Kaleshwar Temple.
Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 06
BREAKFAST
IN AGRA
After breakfast visit:
Taj Mahal - surely the greatest monument to love and one of the wonders of the modern world, Completed in 1652, skilled craftsmen from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy and some 20,000 laborers worked for 17 years to build this edifice, constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal.
Agra Fort – this fort which stands like a crescent on the banks of the Jamuna River enclosed by forbidding 20-meter high walls, with a 12-meter moat between them. Three successive Mughal emperors – Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jehan – helped create this massive structure which contains Hindu and Muslim architecture,
In the afternoon visit Tomb of Akbar the Great.
Akbar's tomb - is the tomb of the Mughal emperor Akbar. This tomb is an important Mughal architectural masterpiece. It was built in 1605–1613 by his son Jahangir and is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a sub of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India.
After tour free time for shopping
Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 07
BREAKFAST
AGRA – JHANSI – KHAJURAHO via ORCHHA (175 KMA/05 HRS)
After breakfast, check out hotel and transfer to Agra railway station to board train to Jhansi by Shatabdi Express. Upon arrival in Jhansi, drive to Khajuraho via Orchha.
On arrival visit:
Jehangir Mahal - Built as be a garrison and citadel for the Mughals to allow greater control over the Bundela region, this palace was completed in 1598 by Bharath Bhushan after he defeated Vir Deo Singh of Bundela.
Ram Mandir - This beautiful Ram temple has an intriguing history behind it. The Idols which were supposed to be installed in the magnificent Chaturbhuj Temple were kept on the ground where this temple now stands.
And drive to Khajuraho.
Khajuraho Group of Monuments – it is a group of Hindu temples and Jain temples in Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India, about 175 kilometres southeast of Jhansi. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temples are famous for their nagara-style architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures.
Thereafter transfer to hotel and check in. .
Rest of the day free for relaxation and overnight stay.
DAY 08
BREAKFAST
KHAJURAHO – VARANASI (BY FLIGHT)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and visit:
Kandariya Mahadev Temple - One of the most impressive and refined temples in Khajuraho is the Kandariya Mahadev Temple that displays over 800 sculptures. In fact, this is the most impressive temple structure as compared to the rest and it is dedicated to the Hindu deity, Shiva. Inside, in the sanctum, you can find a Shiva Linga made of marble surrounded by around 646 statues making it look spellbinding. During your visit here, you can also witness the entire yellow sandstone temple featuring the erotic sculptures and perhaps, this is the temples sole purpose, ‘to display the affection of love and the art of sex.’
Lakshmana Temple - One word description that surrounds this particular temple of Khajuraho is Magnificent. Lakshmana Temple appears similar to Kandariya Mahadev Temple; however, it is the oldest and the largest in the Western Group of Temples. It is a must visit shrine that will certainly captivate the beholder through its intricately carved statues and the adhisthana (lower platform) that will levitate your heart seeing its beautiful work of art. Lakshmana Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and inside the shrine; you can witness a beautiful female bracket figure and a high carved ceiling at the entrance porch of the temple.
Thereafter transfer to Khajuraho airport for departure to Varanasi.
Varanasi - the holy city of India, is also known by the name of Kashi and Benaras. Kashi, the city of Moksha for Hindus since centuries, is known for its fine-quality silks, ‘paan’ and Benares Hindu University and Avimukta of the ancient days; Varanasi is the most popular pilgrimage point for the Hindus. One of the seven holiest cities, Varanasi city is also one the Shakti Peethas and one of the twelve Jyotir Linga sites in India. In Hinduism it is believed that those who die and are cremated here get an instant gateway to liberation from the cycle of births and re-births.
Upon arrival in Varanasi meet our local representative for transfer to hotel for check in and relax.
Evening enjoy Ganga Aarti, an important ritual held on a grand scale every morning and evening on the banks of the holy Ganges. The priests perform the Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. The entire Ghat gets illuminated with a divine light that can be felt strongly.
Back to hotel and overnight stay.
DAY 09
BREAKFAST
VARANASI – DELHI - ONWARD DESTINATION (BY FLIGHT)
Early morning around 6.00 am proceed to take a boat tour on the Ganga River for ritual prayers which is a quintessential Varanasi experience.
The earlymorning lights are particularly inspiring and all the color and clamor of pilgrims bathing and performing pooja unfolds before you. The trip from Dashashwamedh Ghat to Harishchandra Ghat and return will take approx 1 hour. One may able to see the burnings corpse at Harishchandra.
Return back to hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast visit the famous temples of Varanasi:
Kashi Vishwanath Temple - the Vishwanath temple is the center of faith for millions of Hindus. The Jyotirlinga of Shiva, Vishweshwara or Vishwanatha, is enshrined in the temple, considered as one of the holiest temples of India. In Hindu religion it is believed that a simple glimpse of the Jyotirlinga is a soul-cleansing experience that transforms life and puts it on the path of knowledge and Bhakti (devotion). A single darshan of Vishweshwara Jyotirlinga is considered to merit more than the darshan of other jyotirlingas, scattered in various parts of India. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple has been a living picture of the timeless cultural traditions and highest spiritual values.
Kal Bhairav Temple - Kal Bhairav Temple is one of the ancient temples of Lord Shiva that can be found in Varanasi. This temple has a strong link with the history and culture of the city. Kal Bhairav Temple is the fiercest form of Lord Shiva. The deity is portrayed as a man wearing garlands made with human skull. It is said that the death itself is afraid of this form of Lord Shiva. It is said that Kal bhairav decides who has to stay in Varanasi and who should not. People of Varanasi get permission from the deity before leaving the town for any reason. Anyone visiting Varanasi should visit the temple first and get permission to enter into Varanasi, according to folklore.
Sankat Mochan Temple - one of the sacred temples of Varanasi, It is dedicated to the Hindu God, Hanuman. The word “Sankat Mochan” means one who helps in removing sufferings i. e. Lord Hanuman. Topsides, the author of the famous Hindu epic,.
Thereafter transfer to airport for departure to Delhi in order to connect the flight for onward destination.
