27/01/2016
Day 01 – Arrive Delhi - Varanasi by Flight (Delhi to Varanasi By Domestic Flight)
Arrive Varanasi Airport ,Meeting and assistance upon arrival at Varanasi airport later assisted transfer to your hotel.Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Day 02 - Varanasi
Early morning boat ride on river Ganges. The western banks of Ganges has a string of Ghats - the chain of stone steps, all built with pavilions, palaces and terraces, most of which are mainly used as Dharamsalas where the pilgrims stay during their visit to the holy city. At dawn, the Ghats are abuzz with activity of the devotees performing their ablutions in the river or offering prayers to the rising sun and performing other religious rituals. A boat ride along the Ghats gives you vantage views of this activity. The sunrise on the Ganges is a soul-lifting experience. Later, visit the Vishwanath temple, also called the golden temple because of the gold-plating on its roof.
Return to hotel for breakfast. Afternoon proceed with excursion to Sarnath, 10-Kms away from Varanasi is the fabled place, which bears testimony to its great past where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples, expounding the principles of Buddhism. The remains date back to as far as the3rd-Century BC when Emperor Ashoka founded various institutions, stupas, monasteries and pillar Edicts. Visit the art collection at the Archaeological Museum. The main attraction is the superb Capital from Ashokan Pillar – the Ashokan Symbol of four back-to-back Lions which has been adopted as the state symbol Independent India. Also visit the Mahabodhi'Buddha temple and walk around the Deer Park. Later see the Monastery ruins area, Dhameka Stupa. Evening attend collective prayer ceremony at bank of river Ganges. Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Day 03 - Varanasi – Delhi Flight
After breakfast transfer to Varanasi airport to board flight for Delhi. Met upon arrival at New Delhi airport and transfer to restaurant for Lunch. Afternoon proceed with tour of New Delhi, Drive past India Gate, Parliament house, Government building and visit Qutub Minar. Dinner at good local restaurant. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04 - Delhi- Mathura- Agra (07 Hrs.)
After breakfast drive to Agra enroute visiting Mathura- the birthplace of lord Krishna and Brindawan, where he sported with the milk-maids.Life centered around these two cities, now mushrooming with innumerable temples and continuous steam of devotees. Continue drive to Agra, upon arrival visit Agra Fort. Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Day 05- Agra- Jaipur drive (06hrs.)
After breakfast visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday)
Later drive to Jaipur enroute visiting Fathepur Sikri with Lunch break at Bahartpur continue drive to Jaipur, upon arrival check in at hotel.Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 - Jaipur
After breakfast at hotel, proceed with visit of Amer Fort situated atop the Amber hill with photo stop en route of the famous Hawa Mahal. After lunch at Hotel, proceed with the sightseeing tour of city, visiting the City Palace, the principal residence of the ruling family and is known for its stunning architecture. Part of it is now converted into a magnificent museum. Also visit Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory raised in the 18th century. Time permitting visit cottage industry specializing in hand-woven carpets & textiles. Witness how silk carpets are handmade. Meals and overnight at hotel.
Day 07 - Jaipur – Delhi drive (07Hrs.)
After breakfast drive to Delhi, upon arrival lunch at good local restaurant.
Afternoon Visit Evening Visit Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi epitomises 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss. It brilliantly showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages. The Akshardham experience is an enlightening journey through India’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress,happiness and harmony of mankind.,
Day 08 - Delhi
After breakfast free for full day shopping. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 09 - Delhi- Depart
As all good things must come to an end, your chauffeur guide with comfortably take you to the international airport in time for your return flight.
**Service End**