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Classical India: Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Orchha, Khajuraho &Varanasi

10 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in New Delhi. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Old and New Delhi, including Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutab Minar, and India Gate
02 Visit Jaipur’s Amer Fort, Jaigarh Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, and Birla Temple
03 See the Taj Mahal at sunrise and tour Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb
04 Discover Fatehpur Sikri and the step wells of Abhaneri en route to Agra
05 Visit Orchha Fort, temples, chhatris, and Gwalior Fort
06 Marvel at the eastern, western, and southern temple groups of Khajuraho
07 Experience Varanasi’s ghats, Holy Ganga Aarti, and an early morning boat ride on the Ganges
08 Excursion to Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon

Discover some of India’s most celebrated cultural, architectural, and spiritual landmarks on this 10-day journey through Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Orchha, Khajuraho, and Varanasi. From the bustling lanes of Old Delhi and the grand forts of Jaipur to the timeless beauty of the Taj Mahal and the sacred rituals along the Ganges, this itinerary brings together history, heritage, and living tradition.

Travel by private AC vehicle with guided sightseeing in each city, and explore a rich mix of monuments, temples, forts, museums, bazaars, and UNESCO-listed highlights. Along the way, enjoy memorable experiences such as a cycle rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, a jeep ride at Amber Fort, a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, a light and sound show in Khajuraho, and a boat ride in Varanasi.

Along the way, enjoy memorable experiences such as a cycle rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, a jeep ride at Amber Fort, a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, a light and sound show in Khajuraho, and a boat ride in Varanasi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Delhi, Gwalior, Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Orchha, Fatehpur Sikri, Sarnath

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrive DelhiOn arrival at Delhi International airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel check in. (Hotel check in/ out time 1200hrs afternoon early check in subject to rooms availability)Later city tour of Delhi, visiting landmark of Old Delhi which include Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk.Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate.Overnight at hotel.

Day 02

Delhi – Jaipur (265kms/ 5hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel. Sightseeing of Delhi if not done on 1st day. Later drive to Jaipur check in at hotel.Evening explore the pink city and visit the colorful bazaars. As per your interest wrap up your day by watching Bollywood movie at the opulent Rajmandir Cinema.Overnight at hotel.

Day 03

JaipurBreakfast at hotel. Visit the majestic Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort. Enjoy Jeep ride at Amber Fort. Later city tour visiting City Palace, Observatory, Palace of Winds, Albert Hall Museum and Birla Temple.Overnight at hotel.

Day 04

Jaipur – Agra (245kms/ 5hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel drive to Agra enroute visit Abhaneri a small village popular for the amazing step wells and Temple. Also visit Fatehpur Sikri the 16th century ghost town and.

Further drive to Agra check in at hotel.Overnight at hotel.

Day 05

Agra – Orchha (220kms/ 5hrs approx)Sunrise visit Taj Mahal. Breakfast at hotel visit Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb.After sightseeing drive to Orchha en-route visit Gwalior Fort.Continue drive to Orchha check in at hotel.Overnight at hotel.

Day 06

Orchha – Khajuraho (178kms/ 4hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel. Visit wonderful Orchha Fort, Temples and graceful Chhatris.Afternoon drive to Khajuraho check in at hotel. Evening light & sound show.Overnight at hotel.

Day 07

Khajuraho – Varanasi (Flight 9W-2424, 1405 / 1455hrs)Breakfast at hotel. Visit eastern, western & southern group of temples. The temple of Khajuraho are India’s unique gift to the world, representing, as they do, a paean to life, to love, to joy, perfect in execution and sublime in expression on account of their remarkable erotic sculptures.Later transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi.Arrive Varanasi assistance and transfer to hotel. Evening Ghats’s & temples visit, attend Holy Ganga Aarti.Overnight at hotel.

Day 08

VaranasiEarly morning boat ride and Ghat visit along the Ganges and catch the scene of devotees bathing and praying in the sacred water.Breakfast at hotel. City tour of Varanasi visit World famous Benaras Hindu Universit, The Ramnagar Fort Palace & Many Temples.Afternoon excursion to Sarnath one of the three holiest sites for Buddhists where the Buddha delivered his first sermon in 528 BC. There are many temples here, representing the many cultures where Buddhism is the dominant religious philosophy.Overnight at hotel.

Day 09

Varanasi – Delhi (Flight)Breakfast at hotel. Time to relax and explore the city with your driver. Later as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi.Arrive Delhi assistance and transfer to hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax or explore the city with your driver.Overnight at hotel.

Day 10

Delhi – DepartureBreakfast at hotel. As per your flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for your onward destination.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in New Delhi. 9 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Breakfast
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
9 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Bottled drinking water in the car.
Government taxes.

What's Not Included

Any flight ticket.
Camera charges at monuments if any.
Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
Gratuities and optional activities.

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
PASSPORT REQUIRED
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Not wheelchair accessible
Hotels used or similar for 9 nights accommodations Delhi x 2 nights 3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza 4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket 5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges Jaipur x 2 nights 3* - Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean 4* - Holiday Inn City Centre/ Lemon Tree Premier 5* - ITC Rajputana/ Hilton Jaipur Agra x 1 night 3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj 4* - Prime Plaza/ Crystal Sarovar Premier 5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott Orchha x 1 night 3* & 4* - Orchha Resort/ Amar Mahal 5* - Orchha Palace and Convention Centre Khajuraho x 1 night 3* - Ramada/Clarks Hotel 4* - Ramada/Clarks Hotel 5* - Radisson Hotel/ Hotel Chandela Varanasi x 2 nights 3* - Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel 4* - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges 5* - Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel Taj
On arrival at Delhi airport assistance and transfer to hotel.

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