Classic Indian Temples with Taj

Duration : 11 Nights/12 Days
Places to Visit : Delhi - Agra - Orcha - Khajuraho - Allahabad -                           Varanasi - Delhi

Highlights : A tour with a combination of medieval temples to erotic side of India and exploring the meet of three holy rivers in Allahbad namely sangam.

Day 01 Arrival/Delhi :-

On your Arrival in Delhi our company representative will meet you with garland and transfer you to Hotel. Overnight in hotel in Delhi.

Day 02 Delhi :-

Today you will be visiting the capital of India Delhi. There are two parts of Delhi one is Old Delhi which has Moughal and pre Mougal Monuments & New Delhi which was developed by British and after Independence of India. Visit Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Afternoon visit Qutub Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (World War-1 Memorial Arch ), Lakshminarayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple. Also drive past President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping centre. Overnight in Hotels in Delhi.

Day 03 Delhi/Agra :-

Morning drive to Agra en-route visiting Mathura, birth place of Lord Krishna. Later drive to Agra. On arrival in agra check in hotel. Then drive to Fatehpur Sikri is 40 kms from Agra and built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. Evening visit to Taj Mahal - This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal who died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child. It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, (Taj Mahal is closed for foreign visitors on Friday). Stay at pristine Taj Mahal for sunset, to see this true Wonder of the world in gentle late afternoon light. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 Agra/Orcha :-

Early Morning visit to Taj Mahal for sun rise, later drive to Orcha. Orcha is a small town, with medieval temples. On arrival check in hotel. Overnight in hotel.

Day 05 Orcha :-

Visit the town, the main attractions are in the Orcha Fort - Jahangiri Mahal as well as the Chaturbhuj Temple and the Laxmi Narayan Temple. The murals in the Temples here are well preserved. Overnight in hotel.

Day 06 Orcha/Khajuraho :-

Drive to Khajuraho. On arrival check in hotel. Evening free at leisure. Overnight in hotel.

Day 07 Khajurao :-

Full day guided tour of Eastern & Southern group of Temples. Between the 8 th and 12th centuries, during the reign of the Chandela rulers, originally 84 Temples dedicated to various deities of Shaivite Tantric and Vaishnav Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism were constructed. Of these temples less than 30 temples have survived, some of which are in very good condition. After sunset, proceed to the "Son-et_Lumeire" at the western Group of Temples. Overnight in hotel at Khajuraho.

Day 08 Khajuraho/Allahabad :-

Morning drive to Allahabad, On arrival check in hotel. Later visit the ghats of Ganges and visit the Sangam on boat. Later city tour. Overnight in hotel.

Day 09 Allahabad/Varanasi :-

Drive to Varanasi. On arrival check in hotel. Evening visit to Ghats and temples. Enjoy the puja on the Ghats of River Ganges performed every evening. Overnight in hotel.

Day 10 Varanasi :-

Today you will visit the place of birth of the Buddhist religion - "Sarnath". After sunset enjoy Aarti at the River Ganga (Prayer to River Ganga), which is done in a fabulous manner and would be a memorable experience. Overnight in Varanasi

Day 11 Varanasi :-

Early morning boat-ride on Ganga before sunrise is a very unique way to experience the sounds, sights and atmosphere of the Hindu temples, Ghats and the throngs of pilgrims. You are driven to the banks of River Ganga to board boats, which will take you to mid-stream for a panoramic view of the Ghats. Thousands of faithful come daily to the banks to bathe and pray while in the background, temples and palaces rise in tiers from the water's edge. Return for a walk through the cobblestone streets along the banks of "Ganga". As shops open, the place becomes a beehive of activity as the faithful come and go.

Day 12 Varanasi/Delhi :-

Transfer to Airport/Train station for Flight/train to Delhi.