Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi
You'll land at Delhi Airport and connect with your tour manager for the drive to your hotel. Later in the evening, head out to see Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and India Gate, where the colonial buildings light up nicely. If your arrival falls on October 2nd, you'll also visit Gandhi Smriti to learn about the site's historical significance.
- Start point
- Delhi, India (We pickup you from Delhi Airport)
Included Activities
- Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
- Visit India Gate
- Evening sightseeing of colonial-era buildings
Optional Activities
- Visit Gandhi Smriti (if arrival aligns with 2nd October)
Landmarks Gurudwara Bangla Sahib India Gate Gandhi Smriti - Day 2
Delhi
This morning covers several major sites including Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Jama Masjid, and Lotus Temple. When evening comes, you'll head to Connaught Place or Dilli Haat to walk through the Diwali bazaars where you can see the festive lights, browse handicrafts and sweets, and soak in the holiday atmosphere.
Included Activities
- Visit Qutub Minar
- Visit Humayun's Tomb
- Visit Jama Masjid
- Visit Lotus Temple
- Explore Diwali bazaars at Connaught Place or Dilli Haat
Landmarks Qutub Minar Humayun's Tomb Jama Masjid Lotus Temple Connaught Place Dilli Haat - Day 3
Delhi to Agra
After breakfast, you'll drive to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway. If interested, there's an option to stop at Akshardham Temple along the way to catch the light and water show. By evening, you'll settle in and attend 'Mohabbat-e-Taj,' a stage performance that tells the romantic story of the Taj Mahal.
Included Activities
- Attend stage show 'Mohabbat-e-Taj'
Optional Activities
- En-route visit to Akshardham Temple to view light and water show
Landmarks Akshardham Temple - Day 4
Fatehpur Sikri - Village
Start early to catch the Taj Mahal at sunrise for a quiet moment there. After that, you'll drive to Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone ghost city built during the Mughal era. Later, you'll head to a rural village where you can stay overnight, interact with locals, watch diya painting, and eat a traditional dinner under the stars.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional rural dinner under the stars)
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri
- Village stay experience
- Interact with locals
- Watch diya painting
- Traditional rural dinner
Landmarks Taj Mahal Fatehpur Sikri 
- Day 5
Ranthambore
Your morning begins with a walk through the village and breakfast with the family. Then you'll head to Ranthambore, and in the late afternoon, head out on a jungle safari. You'll have chances to spot Bengal Tigers, leopards, and other wildlife moving through their natural habitat.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Morning breakfast in the village)
Included Activities
- Morning village stroll
- Late afternoon jungle safari at Ranthambore
Landmarks Ranthambore National Park 
- Day 6
Ranthambore to Jaipur
If you want, there's an optional early morning game drive for more wildlife spotting. After that, you'll drive to Jaipur, stopping along the way for roadside snacks and taking in the rural scenery. By evening, you'll have free time, or if your dates line up with Diwali, there's a mela (fair) to check out.
Optional Activities
- Early morning game drive
- Visit to Diwali mela (fair) if dates match
- Day 7
Jaipur
This morning, you'll attend an aarti (prayer ceremony) at Govind Dev Ji Temple and hear the joyful singing. The day includes City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and the famous Hawa Mahal. In the evening, you have the option to celebrate Diwali with a Rajasthani family, complete with fireworks, diya lighting, folk music, and traditional sweets.
Included Activities
- Morning aarti at Govind Dev Ji Temple
- Visit City Palace
- Visit Jantar Mantar
- Visit Hawa Mahal
Optional Activities
- Celebrate Diwali with a Rajasthani family (includes fireworks, diya lighting, folk music, and sweets)
Landmarks Govind Dev Ji Temple City Palace Jantar Mantar Hawa Mahal - Day 8
Jaipur
You'll reach Amer Fort by jeep or elephant ride, then continue to Nahargarh Fort for sweeping views of the city. From there, you'll explore the royal cenotaphs (Gaitors) and spend time shopping in local markets for Diwali items like jewelry, textiles, and handcrafted goods.
Included Activities
- Visit Amer Fort by jeep or elephant ride
- Stop at Nahargarh Fort for panoramic views
- Explore royal cenotaphs (Gaitors)
- Explore local markets for Diwali shopping
Landmarks Amer Fort Nahargarh Fort Gaitors - Day 9
Jaipur to Varanasi
You'll fly to Varanasi, one of India's holiest and oldest cities. Later that evening, you'll head to the riverside to watch the Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ceremony featuring chants, fire, and devotion that creates a memorable experience.
Included Activities
- Witness Ganga Aarti at sunset
Landmarks Ganga Aarti - Day 10
Varanasi
Take an early morning boat ride on the Ganges and watch locals perform sacred rituals along the water. If interested, you can visit Sarnath, the place where Buddha gave his first sermon. After that, you'll head to the airport for your onward flight to Mumbai or Delhi.
- End point
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India (We drop you at varanasi Airport)
Included Activities
- Early morning boat ride on the Ganges
Optional Activities
- Visit to Sarnath (where Buddha gave his first sermon)
Landmarks Sarnath
