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Classical India Tour
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive Delhi (By Flight)
Arrive at International airport, our representative will meet on arrival and after traditional welcome would assist you & transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight stay at Delhi.
Delhi is the capital city of India and is regarded as the heart of the nation. The city is popular for its enriched culture and heritage. The influence of religious diversity can be seen in the city along with the cultural impact of the Mughal, the ancient Indian and the British.
Day 2: Delhi (Sightseeing of Old Delhi & New Delhi)
After a leisurely breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Delhi. The capital city is divided into two sections popularly known as Old Delhi and New Delhi. Old Delhi is popular for its ancient culture and monuments along with its overcrowded gastronomically lanes. Sightseeing tour of Old Delhi includes Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk and Rajghat. The remarkable Indian Capital was architecturally designed by the British architect Edwin Lutyens and was named after him. Enriched with history and culture, the impressive avenues and imperial buildings. Sightseeing of New Delhi includes Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Gate, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and drive through Rajpath, Parliament House, The President's residence & Diplomatic Enclave. Visit the magnificent Lotus temple at the sunset are some of the major attractions of New Delhi. Overnight stay at Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi – Jaipur (265 Kilometres / 6 Hrs)
After breakfast drive to Jaipur, the largest city and the capital of Rajasthan, is also referred to as Pink City. Built by Sawai Jai Singh, this place was India's first planned city. With spectacular hilltops and stunning fortresses. On arrival, check-in at hotel and relax. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 4: Jaipur (Sightseeing of Jaipur City)
After breakfast excursion to Amer Fort. Enjoy an intrepid Elephant ride ascent to the fort which displays a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu panache. It is an old fort, built in 1592 by Raja Man Singh. Afterwards, move towards the City Palace where the Maharaja reigned from. This palace also includes the famous 'Chandra Mahal' and 'Mubarak Mahal', and other buildings which form a part of the palace complex. In the end, visit Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal, which again symbolise the classic Rajasthani architecture. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 5: Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (235 Kilometres / 5 Hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Agra and on the way visit to Fatehpur Sikri, fascinating ghost city built in the 16th century by Emperor Akbar the great. Fatehpur Sikri is the best example of the culmination of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Fatehpur Sikri Mosque is said to be a copy of the mosque in Mecca and has designs, derived from the Persian & Hindu architecture. Also visit Diwan-E-Aam, Diwan -E-Khas, Panchh Mahal, Buland Darwaza & Tomb of Saint Salim Chisti. Later continue drive to Agra, has a rich historical background, which is amply evident from the numerous historical monuments in and around the city. Agra came to its own when Shahjahan ascended to the throne of Mughal Empire. He marked the zenith of Mughal architecture, when he built the Taj in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. On arrival check in to the hotel and relax. Overnight stay at Agra.
Day 6: Agra
After breakfast proceed for day sightseeing of Agra city. Visit the legendary edifice, Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday). The construction of this marble masterpiece is credited to the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan who erected this mausoleum in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in A.D. 1630. The construction of Taj Mahal was started in A.D. 1632 and completed at the end of 1648 A.D.which. Apart from Taj Mahal, there is one another perfect monument, which is the Agra Fort, built by Akbar in Red Sandstone. Agra Fort worked both as a military strategic point as well as the royal residence. Ensconced within, is the magnificent Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction. After Agra Fort, visit BABY TAJ - The interiors of which are considered better than the Taj. Overnight stay at Agra.
Day 7: Agra - Jhansi (By Train) - Orchha - Khajuraho (170 Kilometres / 4 Hrs)
After breakfast assisted transfer to railway station to board train to Jhansi. On arrival you will be met by our representative and drive to Khajuraho. On the way visit to Orchha, small town placed on the banks of River Betwa. Orchha is residence to Bundella style of structural design and the palaces. The famous amongst this are Raj Mahal, Jahangir Mahal, Rajmandir, Sheesh Mahal, Chaturbhuj Temple. Along with these there are numerous Chhatris of royals or cenotaphs dotting the banks of the river Betwa. Later continue drive to Khajuraho, believed to be the religious capital of Chandellas. Whole Khajuraho was enclosed by a wall with about 8 gates used for entry/exit. It is believed that each gate is flanked by two date/palm trees. Due to these date trees present Khajuraho get its name Khajura-vahika. In hindi language, “Khajura” means ‘Date’ and “Vahika” means ‘Bearing’. On arrival check in to hotel. Overnight stay at Khajuraho.
Day 8: KHAJURAHO – CHITRAKOOT – ALLAHABAD (280 KMS – 6 HRS)
Breakfast at the hotel and we will visit the Group of Eastern and Southern Temples. Then we will leave by road to Allahabad (Prayagraj) on the way we will visit CHITRAKOOT, this divine city is also known as the 'Hill of many wonders' and has great importance according to Hindu mythology and the epic Ramayana. We will visit Ram Ghat and the Temple. We continue to ALLAHABAD, now officially known as Prayagraj is famous for Triveni Sangam or the meeting point of three rivers: the Ganga, the Yamuna and the Saraswati. In the ancient city, Prayag has held, since time immemorial, the largest Hindu gathering on the banks of the Sangam: the Maha Kumbh Mela. Arrive and check in at the hotel
Day 9: ALLAHABAD - VARANASI (130 KMS / 2 HRS)
Breakfast at the hotel and we will visit Triveni Sangam, it is the meeting point of three rivers: Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. Anand Bhawan, the former residence of the Nehru family which has now been transformed into a museum displaying various artifacts and items from the independence movement era in India. Then we will leave for VARANASI, it is said that its name comes from two streams, the Varuna and the Assi, which continue to flow in the north and south of the city, respectively. Arrival, assistance by our representative and transfer to the hotel. At sunset excursion to Sarnath, it is one of the four holy cities of Buddhism. Here Lord Budha revealed the eight steps of the path that lead to inner peace, enlightenment and Nirvana. Also enjoy the Aarti Ceremony at the Ghats of the Ganges River. Return to the hotel.
Day 10: Varanasi - Delhi (By Flight) & Departure
Visit the bank of the Ganges River before dawn for a Boat Tour on the Holy River Ganges to see the cremation Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the oldest and most important religions in the world. Back at the hotel, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb Mosque. We return to the hotel for breakfast. Then Visit The Bharat Mata Temple - Which features a large relief map of Mother India, etched in marble. You can also visit Durga Temple - 18th century, commonly known as the monkey temple, due to the huge population of monkeys. In the afternoon, on time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Delhi, assistance by our representative and transfer to the international airport to board the flight to your next destination.
Price
€975/Per Person
Inclusions
Accommodation at 5* hotels
Daily breakfast at the hotel
Transfers and long journeys by Air-conditioned Vehicles
Airline tickets from Varanasi-Delhi
Train tickets from Agra – Jhansi by air-conditioned chair car
Entrance fees of monuments to visit once
Accompanying English speaking tourist escort guide throughout the trip
Elephant and jeep ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk, Delhi
Boat ride in Varanasi
Exclusions
International Flight Tickets to India
Travel Insurance
Any kind of tip or Beverage expenses
In general anything which is not mentioned in inclusions
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