Colorful North India

Today, after your breakfast at the hotel, we will set off to see #Jama Masjid, a World Heritage Site built by emperor Akbar, it’s the architecture made out of red stone that stands tall. The city tour continues with a glance of old lanes of old city. We shall take you across #Birla Temple, #Crematory of Mahatma Gandhi, Parliament House and Red Fort.

After lunch, you can roam around #Chandni Chowk and #Kinari Bazar – the local markets, busy ones. Evening return to your hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi

You will head on to Mandawa. Mandawa is, a small town in Rajasthan, famous for its #Havelis and #Forts – all of them are hundreds of years old. You can visit around the famous ones like #Hanuman Prasad Goenka, #Murmuria Jhunjhunwala, and #Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli. Post lunch, leave for #Mandawa Fort which was built in 18th century. It is studded with #Lord Krishna antique paintings on the walls and ceilings.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Mandawa

Morning leave for Bikaner – one of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan. The touring here includes #Junagarh Fort, #Lalgarh Palace, and #Gajner Palace. Grab your lunch at an authentic Rajasthani local restaurant and continue to Asia’s Largest Camel Breeding Research Farm.

Evening is free for leisure activities.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Bikaner

Enjoy the breakfast at the hotel and drive to Jaisalmer, a land of #Rajasthani #Temples, #Fort and #Palaces. It’s a little long journey from Bikaner, but it gives you an opportunity to view the countryside. Enroute visit the famous 7th Century #Mahavira Jain Temple and 200 years old #Jija Mata Temple. Take a lunch break and continue drive to Jaisalmer and upon arrival check-in to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaisalmer

Today, we will start the city tour, visiting the grandeur #Jaisalmer Fort. It is believed to be one of the very few “living forts” on the planet earth, as nearly one fourth of the old city’s population still resides within the fort. For the better part of its 800-year history, the fort was the city of Jaisalmer. The first settlements outside the fort walls, to accommodate the growing population of Jaisalmer, are said to have come up in the 17th century. Jaisalmer Fort is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan, built in 1156 AD by the Rajpur Rawal (ruler) Jaisal from whom it derives its name, and stood at the crossroads of important trade routes (including the ancient #Silk road).

Continuing your tour of #Patwon Ki Haveli and #NathMal Ji Ki Haveli – a peek into past of old age havelis used to be! In the evening we will drive to Sand Dunes of Jaisalmer. Enjoy the sun set here, get on the camel ride and enjoy the view of Thar Desert. Return back to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaisalmer

Rustic life of Rajasthan – After a healthy breakfast at the hotel, we head to Jodhpur. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and later proceed to visit the #Mehrangarh Fort, which is 125 meters above the plains and constitutes beautiful place.

Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur

Morning post breakfast drive to Luni, you will get to see palace amidst the more rustic life of Rajasthan. After lunch, you will take on a safari to discover the magnificent jungle. Also take a tour of #Bishnoi villages. Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Luni

Morning, set off to #Ranakpur. Ranakpur is famous for beautiful religious #Temples. After your temples visit, continue your journey to #Udaipur – the #City of Lakes. En-route lunch at the authentic Rajasthani restaurant. Upon arrival, check-in to the pre-booked hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur

Udaipur is a city, surrounded by lakes. It is fun-frolic place where you can see the #City Palace which encloses the #Crystal Gallery, The Crystal Gallery houses rare crystal that Maharana Sajjan Singh (1874–84) ordered from F&C Osler & Co in England in 1877. The maharana died before it arrived, and all the items stayed forgotten and packed up in boxes for 110 years. The extraordinary, extravagant collection includes crystal chairs, sofas, tables and even beds. The rather hefty admission fee also includes entry to the grand Durbar Hall. Tickets are available at the City Palace gates or the Crystal Gallery entrance. Fateh Sagar Lakes with hundreds of catfish in it, Jagdish Temple, and Sahelion ki Barii. In the evening we shall take to you see the dying art of India – the String Puppet Show at Meera Kala Mandir.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur

Enjoy the breakfast at the hotel and then drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check-in to your pre-booked hotel.

Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur

Morning, proceed for your full day city sightseeing which includes, Jaipur Solar Observatory – #Jantar Mantar, #Hawa Mahal. Hawa Mahal built for the Queens to see the movements of the city from ”Jharokahs” or ”Small Windows” – is a architectural marvel in itself! It’s a 5 storied semi – octagonal historical monument – not to be missed.

Evening visit to local markets.

Optional: A visit to Chowki Dhani (A village theme spot) is recommended for an entertaining evening with a traditional dinner of Rajasthani.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur

The day will begin with a visit to #Amer Fort. You can reach up either on the back of a decorated elephant which is itself a unique experience or by walk – the choice is yours. Then visit the City Palace, where you can see the silver miniature museum, huge silver urns in which Maharajah Sawai Singh Ji used to carry Ganges water on a trip to London, paintings and murals on the walls of the palace and the Devi Temple. The evening is set for a trip to Babu Market – the local Indian Cultural Market – you can shop here for Indian dresses and artifacts.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur

Today, drive straight to #Fatehpur Sikiri – ages old city of Mughal Era. An abundant city due to scarcity of water in the Mughal regime, it used to be the capital of Agra as well. After visiting Fatehpur Sikri, continue your drive to Agra. Relax in the hotel, evening you will witness the most awaited highlight of this tour i.e., one of the seven wonders of the world – the #Taj Mahal. The monument which took 20 years to get completed and made of pure white marble – is an epitome of true love.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra

After breakfast, begin your city tour from #Agra Fort, tomb of #Itmad-ud–Daulah, #Chini Ka Roza, tomb of #Akbar – Sikandra, and #Guru Ka Tal.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra

Today morning it will be an early start for you as you would need to catch a train from Agra to Jhansi. The train departs at 8:00 AM and reaches Jhansi railway station around 10:30 AM. Our representative will pick you up from railway station and then transfer you to Khajuraho.

If you wish, you can even stop at Orchha to visit Orchha temples.

Upon arrival in Khajuraho, check-in to your pre-booked hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho

Morning, take a city tour of Khajuraho starting the famous #Khajuraho Temples. It’s located in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh and it’s a UNESCO world heritage site and considered one of the wonders of India. It’s the largest group of Medieval Hindu and Jain Temples – known for its erotic sculptures.

Afternoon, leave for Khajuraho Airport to catch your flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival in Varanasi, check-in to your pre-booked hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi

Today, we will take you to #Sarnath which is just 20 kms away from Varanasi and is the place where Buddha preached for the first time after attaining the enlightenment. Post lunch, we will proceed to visit the very ancient and famous temples in Varanasi. Evening can be spent taking a dip in the holy water of holy river Ganges if not then just visit its famous #Ghats or banks, seeing the world famous Ganga Arti where priests chanting the mantras everyday and perform Arti.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi

This morning, we shall take you for a boat ride in the serene waters of Ganges to see the sunrise. The sunrise is just awesome while you being on the boat. Later, come back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast. And around noon, we will transfer you to Varanasi Airport for your onward flight back to New Delhi.

Upon arrival in New Delhi, you can go around local markets – if you wish so, else we shall transfer you to the airport for your onward journey back home with of course sweet memories of your trip.

Tour concludes here!