Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi
A representative meets you at Delhi airport or railway station and takes you to your hotel. Once you've checked in, the day is yours to relax and settle. By evening, head out to see India Gate, walk through Akshardham Temple, and browse the local markets around the city.
Optional Activities
- Visit India Gate
- Visit Akshardham Temple
- Explore local markets of Delhi
Landmarks/POIs India Gate Akshardham Temple - Day 2
Delhi
After breakfast, your guide shows you Delhi's main sites throughout the day. You'll see India Gate, the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, Jama Masjid, Akshardham Temple, and Humayun's Tomb. Head back to the hotel as the sun sets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Delhi local sightseeing including India Gate
- Visit Red Fort
- Visit Qutub Minar
- Visit Lotus Temple
- Visit Jama Masjid
- Visit Akshardham Temple
- Visit Humayun's Tomb
- English-speaking guide during sightseeing
Landmarks/POIs India Gate Red Fort Qutub Minar Lotus Temple Jama Masjid Akshardham Temple Humayun's Tomb - Day 3
Agra
Start early for the drive to Agra. Catch the sunrise at the Taj Mahal, then tour Agra Fort. Later, see the intricate Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj) and finish at Mehtab Bagh where you can view the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River from the opposite bank.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal
- Visit Agra Fort
- Visit Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
- Visit Mehtab Bagh
- English-speaking guide during sightseeing
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Agra Fort Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah Mehtab Bagh - Day 4
Agra to Jaipur
Drive toward Jaipur with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the UNESCO heritage site. After arriving in Jaipur and checking into your hotel, take some time to rest. In the evening, walk through the colorful markets to get a feel for the city's energy and local shops.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri
- English-speaking guide during sightseeing
Optional Activities
- Explore colorful markets of Jaipur
Landmarks/POIs Fatehpur Sikri - Day 5
Jaipur
Begin early and head up to Amber Fort for views across Jaipur. From there, go to Jal Mahal, the water palace on Man Sagar Lake. Then see Hawa Mahal with its famous latticed windows, explore the City Palace complex, and end your day at Jantar Mantar, the 18th-century observatory.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Amber Fort
- Visit Jal Mahal
- Visit Hawa Mahal
- Visit City Palace
- Visit Jantar Mantar
- English-speaking guide during sightseeing
Optional Activities
- Boat ride around Jal Mahal in Man Sagar Lake
Landmarks/POIs Amber Fort Jal Mahal Hawa Mahal City Palace Jantar Mantar - Day 6
Jaipur to Varanasi
Fly to Varanasi and check into your hotel. After resting, get on a boat for an evening ride on the Ganges River. Stay to watch the Aarti ceremony, where the spiritual rituals and lights along the water create a powerful atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat ride on Ganges River at Ganga Arti Ceremonies
- Day 7
Varanasi
Rise early for a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges to see the ghats and local rituals. Visit Manikarnika Ghat, then head to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of India's major Hindu temples. Travel to Sarnath for the Buddhist pilgrimage site where Buddha taught, exploring the Dhamek Stupa and Ashoka Pillar. Check out Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum on the university campus. Depart later in the evening or night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat ride on Ganges River at sunrise
- Visit Manikarnika Ghat
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Visit Sarnath
- Visit Dhamek Stupa
- Visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
- Visit Ashoka Pillar
- Visit Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
- English-speaking guide during sightseeing
Landmarks/POIs Kashi Vishwanath Temple Manikarnika Ghat Dhamek Stupa Mulagandha Kuti Vihar Ashoka Pillar Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
