Classic North India Tour

From the heart of modern India at new Delhi to the sweeping ghats of the holy city of Varanasi; from the urban jungle that is Mumbai to the dense natural wilderness of Ranthambore. The magnificent sweep of this itinerary covers the classic cities of North India – Varanasi (Benaras) and Khajuraho, besides giving you a glimpse of Rajasthan, the Taj Mahal and one of the country’s leading wildlife sanctuaries.

Start with an introduction to the city of New Delhi, much of whose heritage from the British Raj is now symbolic of the world’s largest democracy. See the Qutab Minar, the 12th century tower of victory; Humayun’s tomb, a precursor to the Taj Mahal; Old Delhi, the former Mughal Capital.

Situated on the west banks of the Ganges River, Varanasi is also known as Kashi or ‘City of Light’. With a legacy that goes back more then 3000 years, it has the distinction of being the oldest living city on earth. The sculpture beauty of the temples at Khajuraho have made them a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by the Chandela rulers in 9th and 10th century, the temples are widely regarded as being the pinnacle of north Indian temple architecture. Row upon row of gods and goddesses, dancers and maidens, warriors and beasts rise up to the sky, perfectly proportioned, to be viewed from ground level. Once the capital of Bundela kings, the town of Orchha is today the site of some magnificent ruins and three outstanding temples. Located on an island created by the looping of the slow moving Betwa River, the town remains one of the most beautiful of the country’s ancient settlements.

Come back to Delhi after a wild break at Ranthambore, completing the ‘golden triangle’ with visits to Agra to view the majestic beauty of the Taj and other exquisite monuments, and the pink city of Jaipur.

DAY 01: ARRIVAL DELHI
Reception and welcome at Delhi airport followed by transfer to your hotel.

DAY 02: DELHI
Rest and unwind in the morning before setting out to see New Delhi in the afternoon.

DAY 03: DELHI
Visit the busy lanes of the old Mughal capital of Shahjahanabad.

DAY 04: DELHI – VARANASI BY FLIGHT
Take the morning flight to Varanasi and visit Sarnath in the afternoon. Evening visit the Ghat to witness the evening Aarti of river Ganges (Ganga).

DAY 05: VARANASI – KHAJURAHO BY FLIGHT
Take a boat to view the ghats from the river. The flight to Khajuraho is at noon so you can visit the temples in the afternoon.

DAY 06: KHAJURAHO – ORCHHA – JHANSI BY SURFACE, JHANSI – AGRA BY TRAIN
Drive to Orchha to see the temples, enjoy lunch before driving on to Jhansi to catch the train to Agra the same day.

DAY 07: AGRA
The day is dedicated to discovering Agra and the moods of the Taj at different times of the day.

DAY 08: AGRA – RANTHAMBORE BY SURFACE
Get to Ranthambore in the afternoon by train, you can enjoy a jeep safari through the park.

DAY 09: RANTHAMBORE
Early morning is the best time to spot animals so you go out with the first game drives.

DAY 10: RANTHAMBORE – JAIPUR BY SURFACE
Drive to Jaipur in the morning. Rest of the day at leisure.

DAY 11: JAIPUR
Morning is a good time for the Elephant ride up to the ramparts of Amber Fort. Your afternoon is dedicated to city sightseeing.

DAY 12: JAIPUR – UDAIPUR BY FLIGHT, UDAIPUR – DEVIGARH BY SURFACE
Fly to Udaipur in the morning but spend the day at leisure enjoying Devigarh.

DAY 13: DEVIGARH
A full day excursion to Udaipur city and Ranakpur temples.

DAY 14: DEVIGARH – UDAIPUR BY SURFACE, UDAIPUR – MUMBAI BY FLIGHT
Fly to Mumbai early morning. You then have the day to tour the city.

DAY 15: DEPARTURE MUMBAI
Transfer to the airport in time for your flight out.

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