SPLENDOR OF NORTH INDIA WITH AJANTA AND ELLORA CAVES

Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, our representative will meet you and assist you in transfer to your hotel. Check-in at the hotel on arrival and relax.

Delhi - India's capital and major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its fold, the ancient and the modern. Delhi unwinds a picture rich with culture, architecture, human diversity, history, monuments, museums, galleries, gardens and exotic shows. Comprising of two contrasting yet harmonious parts, the Old Delhi and the New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India. Delhi is a bliss for history lovers.

Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

After breakfast, proceed with Delhi sightseeing tour with first visit to Jama Masjid - the largest Mosque in India. Visit Chandni Chowk – oldest, biggest bazaar of Old Delhi. Walk up to Fatehpuri Masjid and enjoy a rickshaw ride till Red Fort. Here our driver will meet you and drive past Red Fort to reach Rajghat, a memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. An eternal flame burns on one side of this memorial.


Visit the Humayun’s Tomb - first garden-style tomb of India. The main highlight of this tomb, inspired by Persian architecture, is the four garden squares with water passage channels surrounding the tomb. Drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan - residence of the President of India and India Gate - an archway built in honor of the soldiers who died in World War I. Visit Qutub Minar built by Qutab-ud-din Aibak in 1193 to mark the beginning of Muslim rule in India.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

After breakfast, check - out from the hotel and drive to Agra. Agra: It a beautiful city situated on the banks of river Yamuna that achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from 1526 to 1628. It still remains a popular tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Upon arrival check-in at the hotel.

Today go for a sightseeing to Mehtab Bagh. Mehtab Bagh: Located at the banks of the Yamuna, this splendid garden offers phenomenal displays lying opposite to, the Taj Mahal. Sprawling over 25 acres, this glorious bagh marks its place in best gardens of Agra.

Optional: Later in the evening go for The Taj Show (KALAKRITI SHOW). -Here you will watch the love story of the Taj Mahal enacted live by theatre actors. Your seat will be ready with a complimentary bottle of water and an audio system. You will get an opportunity at end for pictures with cast (actors of the play).

Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.

Early morning visit to Taj Mahal - the most beautiful monument symbolic of love, dedication and purity. It is the 7th wonder of the world. This wondrous edifice came to life in 1631 which is now recognized as the jewel of Muslim art in India. The spectacular sunrise views at the Taj Mahal is something you can’t afford to miss when in Agra. You can also enjoy a battery van ride to reach Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal reflects different shades as it reflects pinkish shade in the morning, milky white in the evening and glittery gold in moonlight.

Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later visit the Agra Fort, known as the Red Fort of Agra as it resembles the Red Fort in Delhi. It is a massive fort made of red sandstone and this is how, it got its name. While exploring the fort, visit its splendid attractions that include the Palace of Mirrors (Sheesh Mahal), Hall of Public Audience (Diwan-i-Aam), Hall of Private Audience (Diwan-i-Khas), Nagina Mosque (Gem Mosque), Mina Masjid (Heavenly Mosque) etc. Visit the 16th century Jahangir Palace built by Emperor Akbar. It was the former Zenana (private residence) of the royal Mughal women and Noor Jahan, wife of Jahangir (son of Akbar), stayed her till her death. Next visit Itimad Ud Daulah. Named as the ‘Baby Taj’, this monument is considered the inspiration for the world wonder, Taj Mahal. However, the tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah is a more delicate artwork with marble lattice screens and fine carvings. This is the first Mughal structure made with marbles by Nur Jahan, mother of Shah Jahan (builder of Taj Mahal).

Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.

OPTIONAL: Evening Food Tour - This food walk of Agra will help you taste delicious street food dishes available from some of the oldest and most reputed food joints in the city.
COST: USD 40 PER PERSON

Post breakfast and check out, drive to the beautiful city of Jaipur, also known as the Pink City of India. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, Fatehpur Sikri was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Panch Mahal and other palaces.

Continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Jaipur: Jaipur is a city known as the Pink City of India due to extensive use of pink sandstone in various buildings of the city. Its monuments showcase a myriad of architectural styles and its vibrant bazaars are famous for traditional handicrafts and jewellery. The ambiance of this city speaks volumes of the rich lifestyle of the Rajput Kings.

Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.

After an early morning breakfast, we’ll take you to the magnificent Amber Fort, the former capital of the royal Rajputs. Set on the dry, craggy Aravalli Hills, and surrounded by fortified battlements, the palace straddles two sepia-hued tundra hills overlooking Maota Lake. Ride up to this hilltop palace on a caparisoned elephant, passing through the ancient main gate where the Maharajas of Jaipur have entered for four hundred years.

Later, take a stop to photograph the beautiful Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds; a five-storied structure of pink sandstone with semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows overlooking the main street of the old city. It was built in 1799 so that veiled royal woman could peer down unseen by the world through its 953 ornate stone screens. Also see the City Palace; constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, this 19th century palace exhibits an exquisite blend of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles and features exquisite palaces and buildings. Next stop is Jantar Mantar, again built by Sawai Jai Singh II, which is an astronomical observatory exhibiting architectural astronomical instruments.

No tour is complete without a little bit of shopping. So in the evening, now proceed to Jaipur Bazaars to experience the local culture and explore the shopping hub Jaipur is famous for. Explore the streets and stores of Jaipur and take a piece of India back home. Jaipur is the central hub for shopping in India. The dazzling bazaars of this hypnotic city are flooded with textiles, footwear, ready-made garments, antique jewels, artefacts, bandhini print, carpets, pottery, marble curios and book, a mind-boggling collection of other exciting items.

Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

In morning after breakfast, drive to Pushkar. On arrival, check-in at hotel. In afternoon, explore Pushkar city, visit the ghats of sacred Pushkar Lake dotted with various Hindu temples. This lake is said of huge significance as it is said to have medicinal and curative properties. Visit the renowned Brahma Temple - the only temple primarily dedicated to Lord Brahma in India located on a bank of the Pushkar Lake. Spend time exploring the bustling markets of Pushkar.

Overnight stay at hotel in Pushkar.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Udaipur. On arrival, check-in at the hotel.

Day will be free at your own leisure activity.

Overnight stay at hotel in Udaipur.

After breakfast, go for Udaipur sightseeing. Visit the City Palace built in 1559, a small palace over looking at the Lake Pichola. The additions were made to it by successive Kings of Udaipur and it gradually evolved to be the largest place in Rajasthan. Main attractions of this palace are Durbar Hall, Crystal Gallery, Palace Museum and Jagdish Temple. Later, visit Sahelion Ki Bari that is a small ornamental garden built in the honour of Royal Ladies for recreational purpose and visit Lok Kala Mandal featuring a collection of folk-art items like folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments, folk deities and paintings. Puppet shows and folk dancing performances are conducted every evening from 1800 to 1900 in an adjacent open-air theatre. Next stop will be Shilpgram to see the village arts & crafts. Evening free at leisure or you can take a walk through the narrow lanes and back streets of Udaipur up to the Washing Ghats at the lake Pichola. Enjoy Boat ride at Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at hotel in Udaipur.

After breakfast, we will drive to Udaipur Airport to board flight to Aurangabad. Arrive Aurangabad Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel in Aurangabad.

Today we will visit Ajanta Caves. Ajanta Caves are amongst the top things to see in Aurangabad. These ancient Buddhist caves date back to the 2nd Century BCE, and relics on the walls of the cave and the many carvings is enough to transport you back in time and give you a brilliant insight into Buddhist art, architecture, scripture and culture.

Overnight Hotel – Aurangabad

Have delicious breakfast at the hotel.

Today we will visit:

Daulatabad Fort: Daulatabad Fort is also known as Deogiri or Devagiri. The fort consists of massive turrets, an imposing gate and other relics from the time of the Delhi Sultanate. In fact, the fort was, for a brief period of time, the capital of the Delhi Sultanate, after which it became the capital of the Sultanate of Ahmadnagar.

Ellora Caves: The cave consists of a massive temple complex, cut entirely out of a rock, and featuring iconography from Buddhist, Jain and Hindu scriptures. It has also been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its historical value since it was built between 600 – 1000 CE.

Overnight Hotel – Aurangabad

After breakfast, we will drive to Aurangabad Airport to board flight to Mumbai. Arrive Mumbai Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel in Mumbai.

Day will be free at your own leisure activity.

Overnight Hotel – Mumbai

After breakfast, proceed with Mumbai sightseeing tour with first visit to the Elephanta Caves located on the Elephanta island. Enjoy a ferry ride from the Gateway of India to the Elephanta Caves built between 5th-8th centuries. These caves are originally a set of rock-cut cave temple. An impressive 20 ft. high Trimurthi featuring the three aspects of Lord Shiva: Creator, Protector and Destroyer is the prime highlight of this cave temple. Take the ferry ride back to the Gateway of India. Spend time clicking photographs at the Gateway of India - one of the prime landmarks of Mumbai. Built in 1924, it was built in honor of King George V and Queen Mary's visit to India in 1911. Next, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, also called Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, built during the early 20th century. This museum is a blend of Indo-Saracenic architecture with an impressive Mughal white dome atop the museum. It is said to have around 2,000 miniature paintings along with artifacts belonging to the Indus Valley civilization. Later, visit the Hanging Gardens established in 1880 at the Malabar Hills. A splendid view of the Arabian Sea adds to the beauty of this natural realm. A striking flower clock is the main attraction here. End your Mumbai sightseeing tour with evening visit to the Marine Drive (Queens Necklace). It is the heart and soul of Mumbai stretched across the coast of Arabian Sea. At night, it is lit with lights and looking like a dazzling necklace and this is why, it is called Queens Necklace.

Overnight stay at hotel in Mumbai.

After breakfast, our company representative will transfer you to the Mumbai International Airport to connect flight to your onwards destination.