Itinerary
- Days 1 - 2
New Delhi
You'll arrive in New Delhi and get to know the city's different sides. Start at Qutab Minar, the tall ancient tower that rises over the area, then move through the Red Fort to see its historical structures and courtyards. After that, walk through the markets of Old Delhi where you'll find crowds, street food, and shops packed together in narrow lanes. This morning and afternoon give you a good sense of the city's mix of old and modern.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Qutab Minar
- Visit Red Fort
- Explore open air markets in Old Delhi
Landmarks/POIs Qutab Minar Red Fort - Days 3 - 4
Amritsar
Travel to Amritsar, which sits at the center of Sikh faith and culture. You'll visit the Harmandir Gurdwara, recognizable by its gold-covered dome, and spend time around the sacred pool. Later in the day, head to Wagah Border to watch the closing ceremony between India and Pakistan, where soldiers from both sides perform an intense coordinated routine. The energy and precision of it is something you have to see in person.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Harmandir Gurdwara (Golden Temple)
- Visit Wagah Border
- Experience India/Pakistan border closing ceremony
Landmarks/POIs Harmandir Gurdwara (Golden Temple) Wagah Border 
- Days 5 - 8
Jaipur
Head to Jaipur, known as the Pink City because its buildings were painted in that color back in 1853 for a royal visit. You'll check out the palaces and gardens scattered throughout the city, plus older monuments that show Rajasthan's history. If you're there during Holi, you'll join the celebrations marking the end of winter, where people throw colored powder and water, dance, and light bonfires. It connects back to Krishna stories and brings the whole city together.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit local palaces in Jaipur
- Visit gardens in Jaipur
- Visit monuments in Jaipur
- Partake in Holi Festival
Landmarks/POIs City Palace, Jaipur Jantar Mantar, Jaipur - Day 9
Agra
You're heading to Agra to see the Taj Mahal, the white marble building that most people know from pictures. Beyond that famous site, the Agra Fort shows military architecture and history from earlier periods. Spending a full day here means you get morning and afternoon light on the monuments, and you can take in the scale and details that photos don't always capture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Agra Fort
- Visit Taj Mahal
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Agra Fort - Day 10
Khajuraho
Travel to Khajuraho for its temples, which are known for detailed stone carvings showing different aspects of life and art. Originally there were 85 temples built in the Nagara style, but only 22 remain standing today. Beyond the temples, you'll find palaces and other structures that display the skill in sculpture, dance, and music from that period. The craftsmanship on the walls and columns shows what artisans could do centuries ago.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit temples in Khajuraho
- Visit palaces in Khajuraho
Landmarks/POIs Kandariya Mahadev Temple - Days 11 - 12
Varanasi
You'll reach Varanasi, one of the oldest cities on the Ganges River and deeply important to Hindu practice. This morning or evening, join an Aarti ceremony where priests perform rituals by the water with fire and prayers. Take a boat along the river to see the Ghats, the stepped areas where people gather, wash, and perform ceremonies. You can make offerings and float diyas (small oil lamps) on the water. The experience combines spirituality, history, and the river's role in daily life.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Partake in Aarti prayer ceremony along the Ganges
- Boat ride on the Ganges to see the Ghats
- Flow diyas (oil lamps) on the river
Landmarks/POIs Ganges River Varanasi Ghats - Day 13
Varanasi to New Delhi
An afternoon flight gets you back to New Delhi, and you'll have access to a hotel room for the rest of the day before heading home. This gives you time to rest after your travels or explore any last parts of the city before your departure.
