Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi
You'll arrive at Delhi Airport where a representative meets you for the hotel transfer. The day involves checking out Delhi's blend of old and new sections. Start at Jama Masjid, one of India's largest mosques, then take a rickshaw through the crowded Chandni Chowk market. Rajghat, Gandhi's memorial, comes next, followed by a drive past India Gate, Parliament House, and the President's Palace. Your final stop is Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After sightseeing wraps up, you'll head to your hotel for the evening.
Included Activities
- Visit Jama Masjid
- Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk market
- Visit Rajghat (Mahatma Gandhi memorial)
- Drive past India Gate, Parliament House & President's Palace
- Visit Qutub Minar
Landmarks/POIs Jama Masjid Chandni Chowk Rajghat India Gate Parliament House President's Palace Qutub Minar - Day 2
Delhi to Jaipur
Following breakfast, you'll drive to Jaipur, Rajasthan's royal capital. Upon arriving, check out the white marble Birla Temple and Albert Hall Museum, which displays Jaipur's art and history. Your evening is open, though you can opt for a traditional Rajasthani dinner or join a cooking class with a local family if interested. You'll spend the night in Jaipur.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Birla Temple
- Visit Albert Hall Museum
Optional Activities
- Attend a traditional Rajasthani dinner with a local family
- Attend a cooking class with a local family
Landmarks/POIs Birla Temple Albert Hall Museum - Day 3
Jaipur
Today focuses on Jaipur's regal architecture and colorful bazaars. You'll see Amber Fort overlooking Moata Lake, stop at the iconic Hawa Mahal for photos, and walk through City Palace, which remains the residence of Jaipur's royal family. Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory, is your next site. Your evening is free to shop for handicrafts or pursue optional activities. You'll stay another night in Jaipur.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Amber Fort
- Photo stop at Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)
- Explore City Palace
- Visit Jantar Mantar
Optional Activities
- Explore Jaipur's handicrafts and shopping
Landmarks/POIs Amber Fort Maota Lake Hawa Mahal City Palace Jantar Mantar - Day 4
Jaipur to Agra
After breakfast, you're driving to Agra with two stops along the way. First, you'll see Chand Baori Stepwell at Abhaneri, one of India's deepest stepwells, then explore Fatehpur Sikri, Emperor Akbar's 16th-century Mughal capital. From there, continue on to Agra and check into your hotel for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Chand Baori Stepwell at Abhaneri
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri
Landmarks/POIs Chand Baori Stepwell Fatehpur Sikri - Day 5
Agra
Start early in the morning to visit the Taj Mahal, one of the world's most iconic monuments and India's symbol of eternal love. After breakfast, you'll head to Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that shows Mughal power and elegance. The rest of your afternoon is open for relaxing or optional activities. You'll spend another night in Agra.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Early morning visit to Taj Mahal
- Visit Agra Fort
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Agra Fort - Day 6
Agra to Khajuraho
After breakfast, you'll take a train to Jhansi, then drive from there to Orchha, a town along the Betwa River. You can see Jahangir Mahal and the beautiful Chhatris (Cenotaphs) before heading on to Khajuraho for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train journey from Agra to Jhansi
- Visit Jahangir Mahal
- Visit Chhatris (Cenotaphs)
Landmarks/POIs Orchha Jahangir Mahal Chhatris - Day 7
Khajuraho
Your morning starts at the Khajuraho Temples, known for their detailed carvings showing art, mythology, and daily life scenes. In the afternoon, you'll take a village walk to observe local activities and get a feel for authentic India. You'll stay another night in Khajuraho.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Khajuraho Temples
- Village walk to experience local activities
Landmarks/POIs Khajuraho Temples - Day 8
Khajuraho to Varanasi
After breakfast, you'll drive to Varanasi, India's spiritual capital. Later in the evening, take a rickshaw through the old city to see the Ganga Aarti ceremony on the ghats, a spiritual ritual worth experiencing. You'll spend the night in Varanasi.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Rickshaw ride through old city
- Witness Ganga Aarti ceremony on the ghats
Landmarks/POIs Varanasi Ghats - Day 9
Varanasi
Start early with a sunrise boat ride on the River Ganges, watching pilgrims carry out their rituals. You'll visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, then drive to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. After that, you'll head to Varanasi Airport for your onward travel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise boat ride on River Ganges
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Visit Sarnath
Landmarks/POIs Kashi Vishwanath Temple Sarnath
