Journey to the Ganges
9 Nights – 10 Days
About the Journey
Set off on a discovery of Central India starting from the land of the kings. Standing in awe in front of the Taj Mahal, catching your breath at the ‘hidden palace’ of Orccha, marvelling at the erotic sculptures of Khajuraho, to finally arrive at the Holy city of Varanasi on the Ganges.
Duration: 9 Nights – 10 Days
Itinerary: Delhi – Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Orchha – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi
Duration
5 days
Tour Type
City Tours, Cruises
Itinerary
Our representative will welcome you upon arrival at Delhi International airport and transfer you to your hotel in Delhi.
(NOTE: Standard Check-in time is 1400 Hrs, early Check-in subject to availability)
Overnight stay in Delhi.
After breakfast at the hotel, set off to discover Old and New Delhi. Starting off with the visit of the Jama Masjid, followed by a walk / cycle rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk market. In the afternoon, visit Humayun’s Tomb, and end the day with an orientation tour of Govt. Building & Rajpath and a visit of the Qutub Minar.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Jaipur. Arrive and check-in at the hotel.
Optional : Watch a Bollywood movie at the cinema hall – Raj Mandir
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
After breakfast at the hotel, set off for a visit to Amber Fort either on Elephant back / Jeep ride. On your way back to the city, a short photo stop at Hawa Mahal. Later, in the afternoon, proceed for a visit of the City Palace, Observatory and the Local Market.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
240 Kms, 05 Hrs 30 Mins Drive
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Agra. En-route stop to explore the UNESCO world heritage city of Fatehpur Sikri. Continue to Agra. Visit of the Agra Fort before check-in at the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.
After breakfast, check out and proceeds for the visit of Taj Mahal at sunrise (weather permitting)
(NOTE: Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday; early morning visit depends upon weather conditions)
Later, transfer to the railway station to catch the train to Jhansi (Gatiman Express, 0950/1235 Hrs) (NOTE: Train schedule is subject to change.)
On arrival at Jhansi , you will be transferred to your hotel in Orchha (16 kms – 30 mins)
In the afternoon, visit Orchha Palaces and Temples.
OPTIONAL: Aarti (prayer) ceremony at Ram Raja Temple.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Orchha.
175 Kms, 04 Hrs Drive
After breakfast, drive to Khajuraho. Situated in the northern part of Madhya Pradesh, the town of Khajuraho is famous for its imperial temples.In the afternoon, visit the famous Eastern and Western group of Temples.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.
ning, free to relax at the hotel. Later transfer to the airport to take a flight to Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi, transfer to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Early morning head to the sacred river Ganges for a boat ride followed by a visit of the Ghats. Back to the hotel for breakfast.Then drive to Sarnath – an important Buddhist place of pilgrimage. Later in the evening, witness the fascinating Aarti ceremony on the Ghats of the Ganges.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Morning , free to relax at the hotel. Later transfer to the airport to take a flight to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi, transfer to the International Airport to take a flight to your onward destination.