Duration : 9 Nights / 10 Days
Destination : Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Mathura,
Vrindavan, Orcha, Jhansi, Khajuraho, Varanasi
DAY 01: Arrive Delhi
You arrive in Delhi by International flight. After a traditional Welcome our
representative would assist you at the airport and to our hotel for
check-in. After some rest, breakfast at coffee shop in the Hotel. After
breakfast we will go on a guided tour of Delhi at 1100 hrs, beginning with a
morning sightseeing trip to Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat followed by the
drive around India Gate and President's House. In the afternoon visits to
Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Mahavir Ahinsa Sthal and
Chhatarpur temple. Overnight stay at Hotel.
DAY 02: Delhi - Jaipur (250 km / 5 hrs)
Post breakfast we leave for Jaipur the flamboyant capital of Rajasthan. On
arrival at Jaipur, our representative will meet & assist you to check-in at
our hotel for overnight stay.
Excursion to Chokhi Dhani:
Today we will take you for evening excursion to Chokhi Dhani complex, an
ethnic village resort located at a distance 15 km from Jaipur. Evenings at
Chokhi Dhani are very special. A Rajasthani village atmosphere is recreated
on the sprawling ground and includes the entertainment by folk dancers and
musicians. The guests can move around freely and enjoy the evening. Later
drive back to Hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 03: Jaipur
Early morning after breakfast 11 km drive to Amber, the capital of the
gallant Rajputs from 1037 to 1728 AD. We ride the elephant back and reach
the Fort situated on the hill and then visit the Fort Palace. Later we visit
the City Palace, Birla Temple, Jantar Mantar Observatory and the Palace of
Winds. Overnight stay.
DAY 04: Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (260 km / 6 hrs)
After breakfast in the coffee shop, we drive at 0900 hrs to Agra. En route
we visit Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece in sandstone with the stunning
elegance of its palaces and courts. Further proceed to Agra, upon arrival we
help you check-in at our hotel at Agra. Overnight stay at Agra.
DAY 05: Agra (Excursion to Mathura and Vrindavan)
Agra, the erstwhile capital of India under the great Mughals and known for
Taj Mahal, has always fascinated Indians and foreigners alike. Most of Agra
is on the West bank of river Yamuna, with the Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal at
its nucleus. Taj Mahal is quite simply one of mankind's most remarkable
creations. After early breakfast, we drive at 0800 hrs to Taj Mahal built by
emperor Shahjahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Next we visit
Agra Fort. Later in the afternoon we leave for Sikandara, Akbar's tomb.
Further we proceed to Mathura and Vrindavan, related with the birth and
childhood of Lord Krishna. And evening we drive back to hotel in Agra for
overnight stay.
DAY 06: Agra - Jhansi / Khajuraho (166 km / 5hrs) via
Orchha
After early morning breakfast, we drive to reach on time @ 0730 hrs to the
railway station to board the train to Jhansi. Our representative meets and
assists you on arrival at the Jhansi Railway Station. After that we visit
the historic Jhansi Fort of the brave queen and freedom fighter Rani
Lakshmibai. Then leave for Khajuraho via Orchha, located at a distance of 16
km from Jhansi. Orchha has a medieval town atmosphere attached to it. The
Betwa River quietly flows by the town. The 16th century palaces and temples
built by its Bundela rulers appear to be suspended in time. And also visit
to Orchha Fort, Jahangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Ram Raja temple and proceed
further for Khajuraho. Upon arrival in Khajuraho checkin at your prearranged
hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 07: Khajuraho/ Varanasi (By Air)
Morning post breakfast we leave for half day sightseeing of Khajuraho
temples, built between 950 and 1050 AD by the mighty warrior kings of the
Chandela dynasty, in a truly inspired burst of creativity. The temples are
famous for themagnificent carvings depicting numerous sexual postures of the
famous "Kamasutra", ancient Indian work on sex. Only 22 temples survive of
the 85 originally built. In fact, worship isstill done today in the
Matangeshwara temple, continuing an unbroken 1000 year tradition.Later we
drive to reach on time @ 1200 hrs to the airport to board the flight to
Varanasi, the oldest and the holiest Hindu city, known for its Hindu
traditional customs and rituals. We meet and assist you on arrival at
Varanasi airportand help you check-inat our hotel. Next at 1530 hrs we leave
for Sarnath at a distance of 12 Kms from Varanasi,where Lord Buddha preached
his first sermon after Enlightenment. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
DAY 08: Varanasi / Delhi (By Shivganga Express -
Overnight Train)
Early morning before breakfast at 0500 hrs boat ride on the river Ganges. We
rise before dawn and step gingerly in the boat as the boatman starts rowing
the boat. We wait for the daily miracle to unfold, as the Sun appears
triumphantly over the horizon. The sound of conches and temple bells add to
the delicate pink fabric of dawn. The formerly hushed murmuring of ancient
Sanskrit 'Shlokas' now rises, in one voice, to a crescendo of unparalleled
piety and joy. We return to our hotel for breakfast. Afternoon on-time
transfer to the railway station to board on the train for Delhi. Overnight
on board
DAY 09: Arrive Delhi (By Shivganga Express)
Today early morning you will arrive at New Delhi Railway station upon
arrival our representative would meet and assist you to check in at our
hotel for stay.
DAY 10: Depart Delhi
Our tour concludes: Goldentriangletours.ws thanks you for your patronage and
ensures a punctual transfer to Airport for onward travel.
