CULTURAL & MYSTICAL TOUR OF NORTH INDIA

ARRIVAL IN DELHI

After arrival at Delhi Airport, meet our DIH representative who’ll escort you to the one of our listed hotels in Delhi. Check-in at the hotel to relax in the cozy comfort of its room. Delhi the capital city of India is always alive with activity. You will be amazed to see colorful crowds moving through public places like markets. In the evening you may venture out to explore the pulsating nightlife of Delhi.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.

DELHI

After having your breakfast in the morning, leave for a full day sightseeing tour of Delhi. On the 2nd day of the tour, embark on a city tour of Delhi. The major tourist attractions scheduled for the day are Qutab Minar, Red Fort, India Gate, the Jama Masjid, Humanyun Tomb, President’s House, Lotus Temple and Chandni Chowk. In the evening revisit Red Fort to witness the impressive light and sound show.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.

DELHI – VARANASI (BY FLIGHT)

In the morning after breakfast, transfer to Delhi airport to board a flight to Varanasi. On arrival, check-in at one of our listed hotels. In the afternoon take an excursion to Sarnath, the buried Buddhist city. Later in the day visit the Stupa, the Buddhist temple and the Museum. After lunch, set off to enjoy a city tour of Varanasi covering Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple and the Alamgir temple. In the evening you have the option of exploring the Banaras Hindu University for its Art Gallery and the Mosque of Mughal Emperor Aurangazeb.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.

VARANASI – KHAJURAHO (BY FLIGHT)

Enjoy boat ride at River Ganges during dawn. Return to the hotel for breakfast, Later transfer to Varanasi airport to board a flight to Khajuraho. On reaching Khajuraho, check-in at one of our listed hotels. Spend the evening in accordance to your liking.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.

KHAJURAHO

Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for a full day tour of the exotic Eastern and Southern temples of Khajuraho. Visit to group of famous Chandela dynasty temples. These temples are known worldwide for their spectacular erotic sculptures and carvings. The Western Group of temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu includes Kandariya Mahadeva temple, Matangeshwar temple, Lakshmana temple, and the Varaha temple. Relax in the evening or proceed to the Shilpa Gram for seeing the local artisans at work. Return to the hotel for dinner and Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Khajuraho.

KHAJURAHO – ORCHHA - GWALIOR

Next morning after breakfast, leave for Gwalior. Stop midway at Orchha to visit Jehangiri Mahal, Raj Mahal and the Laxminarayan temple, famous for their fine frescoes and mural paintings. After the visit, resume drive to Gwalior. Upon reaching Gwalior, check-in at one of our listed hotels. After resting and relaxing for a while, step out to visit the major tourist attractions of Gwalior covering Gwalior fort, Sas-Bahu temples and the Archaeological Museum. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Gwalior.

GWALIOR - AGRA

Post breakfast, proceed to Agra. Upon reaching Agra, check-in at one of our listed hotels. After rest and relaxing for a while and later proceed to see sunset at Taj from Mehtab Bagh Garden. Return to the hotel in the evening.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.

AGRA

Next morning post breakfast, you may embark on a guided tour of Taj Mahal that has left tourist spellbound by its beauty. The Taj Mahal was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The mausoleum is located on the right bank of the river Yamuna at a point where it takes a sharp turn and flows eastwards. Later in the day visit other major tourist attractions like the Itmad-ud-Daula’s Tomb & Red Fort. In the evening you may take a leisurely walk to the Agra market to buy things for your close ones and bring back the fond memories of the city.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.

AGRA - JAIPUR

Post breakfast, leave for Jaipur by road. Upon arrival check-in at one our enlisted hotels. Stop on the way to visit Abhaneri-Step well and Ftehpur Sikri. Later, drive towards Agra.M
Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and is also called the Pink City. The reason for this is that most of the monuments in Jaipur are painted pink. Later in the day explore some other major tourist attractions of Jaipur including the Monkey Temple, Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Evening to be spent as to your liking.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.

JAIPUR

After having your breakfast in the morning, leave for exploring the various colors of this beautiful city, Jaipur. Jaipur is full of attractions that speak volumes about the glory of Rajputana kingdom. These attractions form a part of our itinerary and we start with visiting the Amber Fort which is tucked over a hill (reached via an elephant ride). Next we will be visiting the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory, splendid Hawa Mahal built on the architectural principles of a natural cooling system and splendiferous City Palace and Jal Mahal. Enjoying the local treats like shopping, food and rickshaw ride are reserved for evening.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.

JAIPUR – CHHATRA SAGAR

In the morning after breakfast, drive straight to Chhatra Sagar. Upon reaching, check-in at one of our listed hotels. After taking some rest, proceed to tour, making one understand the traditional, rural Rajasthan lifestyle, which lays stress on harmony, conservation and the full utilization of natural resources..

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Chhatra Sagar.

CHHATRA SAGAR – DEOGARH - UDAIPUR

In the morning after breakfast, head straight to Udaipur. Stop midway at Deogarh to visit the major tourist hotspots of Deogarh including Dashavatar temple dedicated to lord Shiva, Jain temples and Deogarh Archaeological Museum. On reaching Udaipur check-in at one of our hotels. Evening to be spent as to your liking.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.

UDAIPUR

Post breakfast, embark on a city tour of Udaipur. Visit some of the major tourist hotspots covering the City Palace Museum, Sahelion Ki Bari, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal, Folk Art Museum and Jagdish Temple. In the afternoon pay a visit to the Monsoon Palace situated on the hill that enhances the beauty of this magnificent city. In the evening visit the The grand City Palace located on the banks of Lake Pichola and also enjoy boat ride at the lake , subjected to water level in the lake.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.

UDAIPUR - JODHPUR

On the 14th day of the tour depart to Jodhpur- “The Sun City”. The city is bestowed with mesmerizing and scenic landscapes. The city is renowned as “The Sun City” since it features bright and sunny weather throughout the year. On your way to Jodhpur, stop midway to visit the Jain temples at Ranakpur. The group of temples is built out of marble, featuring 108 carved pillars with no two pillars exhibiting similar design. On reaching Jodhpur, check-in at one of our enlisted hotels. In the evening take a leisurely walk to the local market of Jodhpur.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur.

JODHPUR

IIn the morning after breakfast, embark on an excursion to beautiful forts and palaces including the Mehrangarh fort, Umaid Bhavan Palace, Jaswant Thada and the Raj Ka Bag Palace. Post lunch visit other attractions of Jodhpur including the Government Museum and the beautiful Umed Garden.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur.

JODHPUR - JAISALMER

In the morning after an early breakfast, leave for Jaisalmer by surface. The Jaisalmer city commands for the major tourist attractions scattered all over Rajasthan. As you reach Jaisalmer, check-in at one of our listed hotels. The day is to be spent at leisure. In the evening visit the Jaisalmer Fort- a dominant structure between the sand. Enjoy dinner and Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jaisalmer.

JAISALMER – SAM SAND DUNES

The next morning after an early breakfast, embark on a guided tour of the city. Jaisalmer is also revered for its havelis. Pay a visit to Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli and Patwon- ki-Haveli which are most striking amongst the other havelis. After lunch, explore the other major tourist attractions like the Jain Temples and the Amar Sagar Lake. In the evening you have the option of witnessing a mesmerizing sunset against the Sam sand Dunes, enjoying a camel ride. Also enjoy folk dances, ethnic food and bone fire in the starry night at Sam Sand dunes.

Overnight stay at the Luxury tented accommodation at Sam Sand Dunes.

SAM SAND DUNES - BIKANER

Next morning after breakfast, leave for Bikaner. Upon reaching Bikaner in the afternoon, check-in at one our listed hotels. Later, you will visit the Junagarh Fort, built in 1611 AD. Other places that are worth visiting here include Karan Mahal, Anup Mahal and Bijai Phool Mahal.Evening is for relaxing in your hotel room.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Bikaner.

BIKANER - DELHI

This is the last day of your tour. Today morning, get transferred to the Delhi airport to catch the flight for onward destination. The tour ends with the sweet memories with Delightful India Holidays.