The Golden North Tour

Day 01: Arrival Delhi – Welcome to India

Our representative at the airport welcomes you and then you will be transferred to the hotel in a private car. Rest & overnight in Delhi.

Day 02: New Delhi: Old & the new facets

In the first half we visit the Ancient (OLD) parts of Delhi covering the Red fort, Jama Masjid & Chandni Chowk.
We drive towards Connaught place – the blooming heart of New Delhi via Raj Ghat.

The second half takes you through the Modern (NEW) parts of Delhi covering the India Gate, President House and Sansad Bhavan. The evening gives you the option of enjoying the Sound & light show at the red fort or at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03: Drive to Jaipur

Morning drive to Jaipur.(280 Kms, 5 Hrs Drive). On arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon free independent activities. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Jaipur City Tour

Morning visit Amber Fort. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors. Afternoon tour of Jaipur. Jaipur – the capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince and ever since, it has retained this colour. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. Visit Maharaja’s City Palace, the Observatory & Ram Niwas Gardens. Drive past Hawa Mahal & through the pink rose residential & business areas. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 05: Jaipur To Agra

Drive to Agra (250 Kms, 5 Hrs Drive), visit Fatehpur Sikri enroute. Fatehpur Sikri is 40 kms from Agra and built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 06: Agra – Orchha

Morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. Also visit the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daullah built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. Afternoon drive to Orccha. Arrival and Checkin at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 07: Orchha – Khajuraho

Morning Visit Raja Ram Temple and Jahangir Mahal. Later drive to Khajuraho. Upon Arrival check-in at the hotel. Evening free for relax or independent activities. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 08: Khajuraho – Varanasi

After breakfast, visit the eastern & western group of temples famous for their erotic sculptures. Later, transfer to the airport to board flight for Varanasi. On arrival in Varanasi meet and assist at the airport and transfer to pre-booked hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 09: Varanasi

After Breakfast visit to the temples and Ghats at Varanasi. Afternoon take an excursion to Sarnath. india travel tours, india vacation, india vacations Evening attend holy prayer at Ganges. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10: Varanasi – Delhi

Early morning boat ride at River Ganges at Sunrise. Afternoon drop at Airport / Train Station for onward journey to Delhi.