A journey of discovery in North India! Start in the bustling metropolis of Delhi, enjoy the contrasts of Old & New, continue to the Pink City of Jaipur, in Agra, discover the sheer beauty of the Taj Mahal, then on to the impregnable fort of Gwalior, the temples and chattris of Orchha, on to exploring the famous Chandela temples of Khajuraho and visiting India's holiest city, Varanasi on the banks of the Ganges River. The trip also takes you to Kathmandu, the capital of the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal, famous for it's temples and stupas.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu
Duration : 09 Nights / 10 Days
Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu
Welcome to Delhi, the capital of India. You will be received and transferred to your hotel. You have the remaining day to brace up for the excitement ahead.
Day 2: DelhiDaylong sightseeing tour of Old Delhi (Shahajahanabad) and New Delhi (Lutyen's Delhi). The tour covers the rich monumental and cultural heritage that the capital of India is proud of. After the sightseeing you can shop till you drop.
Day 3: Delhi - JaipurLeave Delhi for Jaipur by road. Afternoon sightseeing tour of the Pink City of Jaipur. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day4: Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - AgraMorning excursion to the majestic Amber Fort - the ancient capital of the state until 1728. Ascend and descend the fort on a gaily-decorated elephant back. Afternoon leave Jaipur for Agra, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri - an imperial city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. On arrival check-in at hotel and stay overnight.
Day 5: AgraMorning sightseeing tour of Agra, the enthralling city of the Taj Mahal and savour the myriad attractions that Agra offers. Afternoon at leisure to rest your weary bones. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Agra - Orchha - KhajurahoLeave Agra by train for Jhansi. Thereafter, proceed to Khajuraho - the ancient temple town famous for its temples of love, and en-route visit the Orchha Temples - an ancient site set amidst a complex of well preserved temples and palaces. Check-in at hotel on arrival at Khajuraho and stay overnight.
Day 7: Khajuraho - VaranasiMorning visit the temples of Khajuraho, an eloquent and ornate poetry in stones that presents a picture of eternal, spiritual and physical love. Thereafter, leave for Varanasi by air. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Varanasi - one of the ancient seats of learning in India on the banks of the Ganges. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8: Varanasi - KathmanduEarly morning boat-ride on the River Ganges. Thereafter, leave Varanasi by air for Kathmandu, the capital of the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal. On arrival check-in at hotel. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 9: KathmanduMorning sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city and Patan. Afternoon excursion to Bhadgaon and Boudhnath. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 10: KathmanduMorning at leisure to do your own thing. Leave Kathmandu for onward journey
