12 Days / 11 Nights
Delhi, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur

Day : 1 Arrive Delhi

Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel for a stay of two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day : 2 In Delhi

Enjoy a combined full day guided sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. Morning tour of Old Delhi includes a drive past the Red Fort and a visit to the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in Asia and the Raj Ghat, the simple but moving memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon tour of New Delhi includes the Qutab Minar, the astonishing victory tower built in the early 13th century, a masterpiece of perfect proportions; the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and a drive past the imposing India Gate (War Memorial Arch), the Parliament buildings and the Rashtrapathi Bhawan (the President's residence).

Day : 3 To Varanasi

Morning fly to Varanasi, better known as Kashi. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Afternoon visit the Buddhist site at Sarnath. Evening, explore the bustling markets and observe the rituals on the ghats of the holy river Ganges.

Day : 4 To Khajuraho

Early morning, take a boat ride along the ghats, absorbing the morning rituals and offerings to the first rays of the rising sun. Later, drive to the airport for your flight to Khajuraho where you will stay for two nights.

Day : 5 In Khajuraho

Morning explore the Eastern and Western group of Temples, reflecting the exotic architectural splendour of the Chandela Kings. Afternoon is at leisure to explore the temple town on your own.

Day : 6 To Agra

Morning drive to the fabled town of Orcha. Visit the palaces & temples. Continue to Jhansi to board your express train to Agra. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for a stay of two nights.

Day : 7 In Agra

Following breakfast, visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, the beautiful tomb of Mirza Ghiyath Beg built in pure marble and its walls etched with translucent stones. Continue to the Agra Fort built of red sandstone, a hilltop citadel with fabulous courtyards, fountains and gates. Later, visit the magnificent Taj Mahal (closed on Friday), built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, and now one of the world's most famous landmarks. (B)

Day : 8 To Jaipur

Morning drive to Jaipur en route visiting Akbar's abandoned capital, Fatehpur Sikri. On arrival in Jaipur, check into your hotel for a stay of two nights. (B)

Day : 9 In Jaipur

Morning, enjoy a brief photo stop at the intriguing red sandstone Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Continue to visit the ancient capital of the Kachhawaha Rajputs, Amer. Afternoon tour of the City Palace Museum with its collection of paintings, carpets, weapons and costumes. Carry on to the Jantar Mantar Observatory with its 90 ft. sundial and explore the bustling and colourful markets of the old city.

Day : 10 To Udaipur

Early this morning, you will transfer to the airport for your flight to Udaipur, the City os Sunrise, where you will stay for two nights. Later visit the City Palace, stronghold of the Maharanas of Mewar and the Saheliyon ki Badi (Garden of Maids of honour). Afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the tranquillity and serenity of the City of Lakes and Sunrise.

Day : 11 In Udaipur

The day is spent enjoying a full-day excursion to the famous marble Jain Temples at Ranakpur, nestled in the lush green Aravali Hills.

Day : 12 Depart Delhi

Transfer to the airport and fly to Delhi to connect with your international flight back home.