Classical India Tour

DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI

Meet on arrival at Airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02 : DELHI

Morning tour of Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk.
Afternoon visit Qutub Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (War Memorial Arch ), Lakshminarayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple. Also drive past President's House, Parliament House, and Government Secretariat Buildings & Connaught Place shopping centre. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03 : DELHI - JAIPUR

After breakfast drive to Jaipur, arrive Jaipur check into the hotel, Evening free for shopping around the local market. Jaipur is also known as the Pink City. It is capital of Rajasthan, the desert state in India, which is famous for its majestic forts, opulent havelis, beautiful lakes and sand dunes. The history of Jaipur takes us about 300 years back in time, when the Mughal empire in India was on the decline.Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 04 : JAIPUR

Morning visit Amber Fort. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors. Ascend the Fort on Elephant back.
Afternoon tour of Jaipur. Jaipur - the capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince and ever since, it has retained this colour. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. Visit Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory & Ram Niwas Gardens. Drive past Hawa Mahal & through the pink rose residential & business areas. Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 05 : JAIPUR - AGRA

After breakfast drive to Agra, enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri was built during 1571 and 1585. Fatehpur Sikri is one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendour at its height. Though the city is in ruins, it is a place to visit if one comes to Agra.But in real terms Fatehpur Sikri is a place where one should spend some time. The sunset over the ruins is sight to cherish. arrive Agra check into the hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 06 : AGRA

Morning visit the famous Taj Mahal built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his queen Mumtaz Mahal, made out of white marble took 22 years to complete (1630-1652 AD).

After breakfast visit Agra fort. Built principally as a military establishment by Akbar in 1565, the red sandstone Agra fort was partially converted into a palace during Shah Jahan's time. Though the principal structure was built by Akbar, Afternoon visit Itmad-ud-daulah. This tomb belongs to the father of Nur Jahan, Ghias-ud-Din Beg. He was the Wajir or the Chief Minister of Emperor Jehangir. This white marble tomb was built by Nur Jahan between 1622 and 1628. Evening transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07 : AGRA- JHANSI - KHAJURAHO

After breakfast transfer to Railway station for Jhansi. Meet on arrival at Jhansi Railway station and drive to Khajuraho enroute visit Orchha. "Orchha", meaning "Hidden" was the hallmark of Bundela dynasty. The origin of Bundelas in the 11th century is traced to a Rajput prince who offered himself in sacrifice to the mountain goddess Vrindavasini. It is believed the goddess stopped the prince from sacrificing and named him Bundela (meaning, the one who offered blood). The Bundelas ruled over the area between the river Yamuna and Narmada, Arrive Khajuraho check into hotel. Evening enjoy sound and light show. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 08 : KHAJURAHO - VARANASI

After breakfast sightseeing tour of Khajuraho temples. A trip to the Eastern Group temples of Khajuraho. Morning begins on a celestial note as we shall traverse you to the mystic galleries of the fascinating temples of Khajuraho. The bold artistic statement of erotic sculptures and the splendidly structured monuments are the sites that shall leave their eternal imprints on your heart. Afternoon transfer to Airport for Varanasi. Meet on arrival at Varanasi Airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 09 : VARANASI

Morning boat cruise at the river Ganges to observe the way of life of pilgrims by the Ghats. Later excursion to Sarnath, 10 kms. East of Varanasi, is one of the Buddhism's major centers of India. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha came to Sarnath where he gave his first sermon. Visit the deer park and the museum and later back to Varanasi. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 10 : VARANASI - DELHI

Morning at leisure, Afternoon transfer to airport to connect the flight for Delhi, Meet on arrival at Delhi Airport and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free for shopping. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 11 : TRANSFER TO AIRPORT

Morning free for rest into the hotel, late evening transfer to the airport for onward destination.

The Above Quote Includes:

• Accommodation on twin/ double sharing basis
• Daily Breakfast
• All the Transfers with English speaking representative
• English speaking guide at all the places of sightseeing
• A/c car for entire tour
• Services of English speaking driver
• Camel ride in Jaisalmer
• Boat ride in Udaipur
• Elephant ride in Jaipur
• 01 Mineral water bottle per person daily
• Toll Taxes and Parking
• Road Taxes
• Fuel expenses
• All the applicable taxes

The Above Quote does not include :

• Monument fees, (Supplement is given separately)
• Any airfare/ meals except then breakfast any other expenses not mentioned above

Hotel Used Or Similar :

Destination	3* Hotels	4* Hotels	5* Hotels
Delhi	Rockwell Plaza	Hotel Vikram	Double Tree
Jaipur	Mahal Khandela	Peppermint	Holiday Inn
Agra	Bhoomi Residency	Rajmahal	Radisson
Khajuraho	Green Woods	Clarks	Radisson
Varanasi	Hotel India	HHI	Radisson