Central India Tour

Morning after breakfast leave for sightseeing tour of Delhi.

Old & New Delhi – Jama Masjid (Friday mosque), drive past the Red Fort, Raj Ghat, India Gate (the war memorial dedicated to the martyr’s of World War – 1) , The President's House -formerly the Viceroy's Palace, Parliament House and the Secretariat buildings -an interesting blend of the Victorian and 20th century architecture. and the Secretariat buildings -an interesting blend of the Victorian and 20th century architecture. Qutab Minar & Akshardham Temple etc…

Enjoy the cycle Rickshaw ride at nororw street of famour Chadni Chowk market - In the heart of Old Delhi, Chandni Chowk is a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery and tradit ional Indian sweets. Nearby, the vast Mughal-era Red Fort now houses a m useum complex, and the 17th-century Jama Masjid is a huge red-sandstone mosque with towering minarets.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Morning after breakfast and proceed to drive to Delhi.

Jaipur, is the bustling capital city and a business centre with all the trapping of modern metropolis but yet flavored strongly with an age-old charm that never fails to surprise a traveler. Founded in AD 1727 by Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the Pink City with broad avenues and spacious gardens. The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is steeped in history and culture

Upon arrival at hotel, check -in at the hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Morning breakfast at hotel and proceed to leave for drive to Binkaner. Morning after breakfast and leave for sightseeing tour of Jaipur.

Visit: Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory etc..

City Palace – the former royal residence built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles which now houses a museum with a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes and armoury of the Mughals and Rajputs and the adjacent Jantar Mantar - an astronomical and astrological Observatory built by Maharja Jai Singh in 18th century to measure everything from altitude to time, and map the movement of the planets and the stars, which remarkable for its accuracy even at the present times on the way stopping for a photo at Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)

Optional Enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride or a guided walk through the the bustling and colorful bazaars of the “Pink City” famous for Rajasthani jewellery, fabric and shoes (jutties), possess a timeless quality and are surely a treasure-trove for the shoppers.

Eveningt return to hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Morning breakfast at hotel and proceed to leave for drive to Agra en-route visiting Bharatpur & Fatehpur Sikri.

Fatehpur Sikri – an extraordinary city built by Akbar the Great in 1569 AD in red sandstone, with its forts, palaces, mosques and was abandoned 14 years after its creation due to political reasons.

Bharatpur Bird Sancturary - Keoladeo National Park is a vast bird sanctuary and former royal game reserve in the north Indian state of Rajasthan. South of the ancient city of Bharatpur, the park’s woods and man-made wetlands protect over 350 species of migratory and resident birds, including herons, cormorants and eagles. To the southeast, Fatehpur Sikri is home to sandstone temples and a mosque, built by Emperor Akbar in the 16th centur

Later continues drive to Agra…..

Agra, is famous as the home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World – Taj Mahal. The architectural splendour of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces in Agra is a vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal Empire. Agra is known for its superb inlay work on marble and soapstone by artisans who are hereditary craft persons.

Upon arrival at hotel, check -in at the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Early morning (sunrise view of Taj Mahal)

Taj Mahal - (the seventh wonder of world), built by Shah Jahan as a memorial to his wife Mumtaz Mahal by the bank’s river Yamuna. After her untimely death, Shah Jahan had her mortal remains buried in this mausoleum. And after his own demise he was placed to rest next to his beloved queen in the same mausoleum The Taj has been called the most extravagant monument ever built for the sake of love. The great monument took almost 22 years to build and was completed in 1653. (The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays)

Return back to hotel for breakfast and after proceed for sightseeing of Agra.

Agra Red Fort - built by three generations of Mughal Emperors starting from Akbar the Great in 1565 AD, which is a masterpiece of design and construction. It housed both the residential Palaces of the Royal family and the military quarters and offers other formidable views of the Taj Mahal from across the river.

Itmad – ud – Daulah, the Tomb is a Mughal mausoleum in the city of Agr in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Often described as a "jewel box", sometimes called the "Bachcha Taj" or the "Baby Taj", the tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah is often regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal.

Mehtab Bagh - Located just north to the glorious wonder called the Taj Mahal and overlooking the Agra Fort and Yamuna river on the opposite side, Mehtab Bagh is a rare retreat of natural bliss and one of the most scenic spots in Agra.

Anguri Bagh - Centrally situated in the premises of Khas Mahal, Anguri Bagh was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1637. As the name suggests, Khas Mahal (or Aramgah- i - Muqaddasa) was constructed for the emperor as his exalted place of leisure and rest.

Evening free for shopping at local bazar of Agra - Various small shops in Agra sell handicrafts and stone products such as jewelry boxes, and plaques. Leather goods of good quality are also available in the markets. Most products have some dedication to the Taj Mahal.

Overnight at the hotel.

Morning transfer to Agra Railway Station to board train for Jhansi (Bhopa, Shatabadi Express 07h55/ 10h45)

Upon arrival in Jhansi, followed by drive to Khajuraho en-route visit of Orchha.

Orchha is a town in Niwari district of Madhya Pradesh state, India. The town was established by rajput ruler Rudra Pratap Singh some time after 1501, as the seat of an eponymous former princely state of covering parts of central & north India, in the Bundelkhand region

Visits – Orchha Fort, Jahangir Mahal & Raj Ram Temple ect…

Orchha Fort - Built during the 17th century, the Raja Mahal has withstood the test of time without losing its charm that transports you back to one of the golden eras of history.

Jahangir Mahal - Built as be a garrison and citadel for the Mughals to allow greater control over the Bundela region, this palace was completed in 1598 by Bharath Bhushan after he defeated Vir Deo Singh of Bundela.

Raja Ram Temple - This beautiful Ram temple has an intriguing history behind it. The Idols which were supposed to be installed in the magnificent Chaturbhuj Temple were kept on the ground where this temple now stands.

Later continues drive to Khajuraho…

Khajuraho - is a city, near Chhatarpur in Chhatarpur district of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, located in Chhatarpur District. One of the most popular tourist destinations in India, Khajuraho has the country's largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples, famous for their erotic sculptures. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986 and is considered one of the "seven wonders" of India. The town's name, anciently "Kharjuravahaka", is derived from the Sanskrit word kharjur meaning "date palm".

Upon arrival at hotel, check -in at the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Morning breakfast at hotel and proceed for full day sightseeing tour of Khajuraho.

Visits: Eastern & Western Group of Temples, Kandhariya Mahadev Temple, Archaeological Museum Khajuraho etc..

Laxman Temple - The oldest and most aesthetically pleasing temples among the Western group of Temples, the Lakshman temple is named after the ruler of that time. The trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva is depicted in the horizontal beam over the entrance of the temple.

Vishwanath Temple - Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is one among the western group of temples. It has a beautiful marble shivalinga as the main deity. An imposing image of Brahma is also housed in this temple. A massive sculpture of Nandi the Bull is also enshrined alongside the Shivalingam.

Parsvanath Temple - This temple is the largest among the Eastern group of temples and has intricately detailed carvings on its walls. The most intriguing side of the architecture of this temple is the aesthetic blend of Hindu, muslim and Buddhist styles.

Kandhariya Mahadev Temple - Built around 1025-1050 AD, this temple exudes grandeur and finesse in its architecture. With beautiful frescos of women in various postures adorning the walls of this temple, this place is one of the most stunning tourists sites in Khajuraho

Archaeological Museum Khajuraho is located near the Western Group of Temples in Khajuraho and was originally known as the Jardine Museum. Housing over 2000 items, the museum has relics from the 10th and 12th century temples of Hinduism and Jainism.

Evening return to hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Morning breakfast at hotel and transfer to Khajuraho Airport to connect flight for Varanasi.

Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges River’s sacred waters and perform funeral rites. Along the city's winding streets are some 2,000 temples, including Kashi Vishwanath, the “Golden Temple,” dedicated to the Hindu God “Shiva”

Upon arrival check-in to the hotel

Evening explore the Ghats and enjoy the evening Aarti Ceremony of Holy River Ganges.

Overnight at the hotel.

Early morning leave for enjoy the boar ride on holy River Ganges.

Return to hotel for breakfast and later proceed to leave for sightseeing tour of Varanasi by covering Daswamed Ghat, Banaras Hindu University, Assi Ghat, Manikarna Ghat, Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Afternoon excursion to Sarnath, is a place located 10 kilometres north-east of Varanasi near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The Deer Park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma, and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna.

Evening return to Varanasi.

Overnight at the hotel.

Morning breakfast at hotel and relax.

Afternoon transfer to Airport for flight to Delhi.

Upon arrival in Delhi followed by transfer to International Airport for your onward flight connection.

Final departure transfer from Delhi.