Highlights of Rajasthan with Taj Mahal

Late night arrival in Delhi and be met by our representative at the airport welcoming you to India with fresh flower garlands. Transfer to the hotel for immediate occupancy of the rooms already reserved for you.

Today explore the city of Delhi visiting Red Fort and thereafter a rickshaw drive up to Jama Masjid through the busy streets of Chandni chowk. Thereafter continue to visit India Gate and Govt. Buildings, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar. Overnight in Delhi.

Travel by good roads to Jaipur reaching by lunch time ( 260 kms 6 hrs drive). Afternoon city tour to see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), the ancient 18th century Observatory, the huge City Palace, Markets and Bazaars. Overnight in Jaipur

Early morning visit to the Fort of Amer which was the capital of ancient Rajputs. Ride up to the gates on elephant back and explore the great fortress palace buildings. Afternoon free at leisure. Overnight in Jaipur.

in the morning continue by road via the superb ruined city of Fatehpur Sikri to Agra ( 240 kms 6 hrs). In the evening visit the exquisite Taj Mahal and relish the spectacular sight at sunset. Overnight in Agra.

Full day city tour of Agra. Visit Sikandra, the tomb of the great Mughal Emperor Akbar, the Agra Fort with private chambers of Shahjehan. You will also have the chance to visit the shops of marble inlay and observe craftsmen at inlay work. Overnight in Agra.

Early morning transfer to railway station to board Shatabdi Express train to Jhansi. Visit Orchha (20 kms) where you see the Ramraja Temple and the Chaturbhuj Temple and also witness murals at Jehangiri palace. Overnight at Orchha.

In the morning drive from Orchha to Khajuraho (180 kms-4 hrs drive). In the afternoon visit the Khajuraho temples. These temples were built between 9th century and 12th century A.D. and are the most exquisite specimen of Hindu architecture and sculpture in medieval India. Though erotic sculptures are the main attraction to common visitor, these erotic figures are only part of sublime and sensuality. Overnight in Khajuraho.

Transfer to airport for flight to Varanasi. In the afternoon excursion to Sarnath - 10 kms from Varanasi, one of the major Buddhist centres. Take a look at magnificent stupa and mighty stone pillar erected by the legendry king Ashoka. Overnight in Varanasi.

Early morning boat ride in the river Ganges to apprise you of the various Hindu rituals taking place at the bathing ghats, also witness the wonderful sunrise from the river Ganges. On the way back you will visit the Bharat Mata temple, the exteriors of Vishwanath temple and the Durga temple in the holy city of Varanasi. Early evening proceed to the airport to connect flight for Delhi. On arrival in Delhi transfer to the international airport to connect flight back home.