11 Day North India Tour + Udaipur

Package Overview

TRIP OVERVIEW: This tour will encompass all major cities and attractions of North India. You can enjoy Delhi’s fast growing metro life and visit some of the world class attractions including Jama Masjid, Red Fort and Qutub Minar. Feel the tinge of sacredness in Varanasi and go boat riding with family. Or you might love an oil lamp aarti in the morning on the banks of the rive Ganges. Explore 22 erotic temples in Khajuraho and try to recognize the Hindu gods. You will have no words to describe the aesthetic beauty the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Jaipur startles its visitors with its ancient history and culture and world heritage sites. Jantar Mantar Observatory is indeed fascinating. Be more romantic in Udaipur and create memories to cherish lifetime. Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is the symbol of Gothic revival architecture. Recreation sees no end in Mumbai.


UNIQUE EXPERIENCES ON THIS TOUR:
Attend a sacred Oil lamp aarti ceremony on the River Ganges
Boat Cruise on River Ganges at sunrise to see locals worship at the ghats
View the amazing erotic temples of Khajuraho
Visit to the Maharana’s Crystal Gallery in Udaipur
Boat cruise on picturesque Lake Pichola in Udaipur
Traditional cycle rickshaw ride in the back streets and bazaars of Old Delhi
View the Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset to see change in color of the marble
A Decorated Horse drawn carriage ride to the Taj Mahal in Agra
Visit to the majestic fort of Jaipur
Enjoy an Elephant ride at the Amber Fort in Jaipur (Jeep ride option available)
Visit India’s most significant UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Temples at Khajuraho; Humayun’s Tomb, Red Fort Complex & Qutab Minar in Delhi; Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri in Agra and Jantar Mantar Observatory in Jaipur.... many other interesting sights listed in the detailed itinerary.

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Delhi

  Arrive Delhi in the evening or night, depending on flight schedules. You're greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel.

• Day 2 : Delhi

  Start your journey of Incredible India with a visit to the Old walled city in the morning. Drive pass the 17th century imposing Red Fort, take a traditional cycle rickshaw ride in the back streets & bazaars of Chandni Chowk (Closed on Sundays) selling an extraordinary variety of items like., dress material, spices, jewellery & perfumes and mouth-watering food delicacies. From here you visit the India’s largest mosque, Jama Masjid. In complete contrast to the noise and crowds of Old Delhi, is Raj Ghat, a simple and stunning memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
  
  Afternoon: Explore New Delhi, which is a blend of ancient & pre-independence India. Visit the 12th century Qutub Minar; the exquisite Humayun’s Tomb, built in 1570 is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. Sightseeing will also include drive past the Lodhi Garden, Safdarjung's tomb, the elegant government buildings designed in blend of Indian and European styles - the India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace.

  • Hotspots : India Gate

• Day 3 : Delhi / Varanasi

  Check out from your hotel after breakfast and transfer to the airport to board your flight.
  
  Arrive Varanasi in the early afternoon and transfer to your hotel.
  
  Afternoon: Explore India’s most sacred city for Hindu’s, which is the oldest living city in the world. During the visit to the Old city you will share space with Cows, Scooters etc. and walk through the narrow alleys where every street corner has roadside shrine or temple and vendors selling garlands, incense sticks and other items used in worship.
  
  Evening: Enjoy a boat ride on the river Ganges to witness Oil lamp Aarti(prayer) performed by the priest on the banks of the river.

• Day 4 : Varanasi / Khajuraho

  Early morning: The best way to experience the life in Varanasi is to tour the Ganges in a country boat at sunrise as early morning life in this city revolves around the Ghats (River front). You will see Pilgrims, yogis and mystics flock to the ghats, to take a cleansing dip in India's holiest river, practice yoga, meditate, or washing clothes and vessels. Return to your hotel after the tour to relax & pack.
  
  Check out from your hotel after breakfast and transfer to the airport.
  
  Arrive Khajuraho in the early afternoon and transfer to your hotel.
  
  Afternoon: Explore Khajuraho, which captures world attention for its 22 amazing erotic temples built by the rulers of the Chandela dynasty. Each temple, built of stone, is distinguished by carved spires and walls, where the subjects range from aesthetic depictions of major and minor deities and celestial beings to a variety of erotic sculptures.

• Day 5 : Khajuraho / Agra

  Morning: You're at leisure to relax at your hotel or revisit on your own any of the sights you visited on the previous day.
  
  Check out from your hotel after breakfast and drive to Jhansi enroute visit the medieval city of Orchha with exquisite palaces and cenotaphs. Built by an 11th century king of the Bundela dynasty, Orchha is now a ghost city containing the remains of what must have been once spectaculary lovely monuments, and which combine Hindu and Muslim architectural traditions.
  
  After the tour, drive to Jhansi railway station to board the express train to Agra.
  
  Arrive Agra in the evening and check in to your hotel.

• Day 6 : Agra

  Early Morning: Attend Yoga session at the hotel (available daily, except Monday).
  
  Morning: Visit Agra Fort, it’s first red sandstone fort of North India was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in the year 1565. Its royal audience halls, immense stone courtyards, marble mosque and the private royal chambers give us a glimpse of the grandeur and talent for combining defensive architecture with beauty and design of the Mughal Empire. Also visit Emperor Akbar’s tomb at Sikandra. In the tradition of all Mughal emperors, the tomb was begun by Akbar but completed by his son Jehangir. Woven into the Mughal garden tomb format, are Akbar’s ideas of Din-I-Ilahi, a universal religion combining beliefs from Hinduism, Islam and Christianity. The stone was quarried from near Fatehpur Sikri and the great gateway has magnificently bold polychrome inlay in geometric and floral patterns. The four minarets crowning its corners are an innovation in tombs, later seen at the Taj Mahal. The calligraphy on the monument is exceptional.
  
  
  Late Afternoon: Visit the fabled Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Taj Mahal was built in the year 1652 AD by Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his beloved queen, Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22,000 skilled craftsmen 22 years to create this spectacular white marble mausoleum. You will stay at Taj Mahal until sunset to see the white marble reflect the nuances of the changing light from the sun.
  
  Note: In case this day is a Friday, then Agra sightseeing will be re-arranged so that you visit Taj Mahal from inside when it's open to visitors.

  • Hotspots : Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Mughal Garden

• Day 7 : Agra / Jaipur

  Check out from your hotel after breakfast and proceed on the drive to Jaipur.
  
  On the way, stop at Fathepur Sikri, the deserted city. This one of the world's most perfect ghost cities and a marvel of design and construction. It was conceived and bult by Emperor Akbar, one of the most enlightened rulers of his time. Built in 1571, it is a synthesis of the flourishing styles of the Persian courts and the prevailing Hindu Islamic trends. Today its pristine red sandstone buildings are as perfect as when they were first chiseled. The masterpiece of this remarkable monument is the Jewel House of the Diwan I Khas. Architecturally extraordinary, the four doorways lead into a single storey room where a huge central pillar carved to baroque richness, supports a seat reached by mid air walkways. After the tour, continue your journey to Jaipur.
  
  Arrive Jaipur in the late afternoon and check in at your hotel.
  
  Evening: Experience the traditional 'Aarti', Hindu praying ritual of offering prayers at sundown at the 260-year old temple of Lord Shiva within the resort. Soulful chanting of hymns in mystical ambience is sure to leave you with a feeling of harmony!

• Day 8 : Jaipur

  Early Morning: Attend Yoga and meditation at the hotel (except Mondays).
  
  Morning: A visit to the Amber Fort. Its forbidding exterior belying a bejeweled interior whose richness reflects the sumptuous styles of the surrounding Mughal courts. An Elephant ride takes you up to the fort and Jeep/Car brings you down the fort (Both ways Jeep/Car ride option available).
  
  
  Afternoon: Visit the City Palace, a series of open courtyards, simple stables and buildings leading to the richly decorated royal rooms. The museum within the palace house a fabulous collection of textiles, carpets, manuscripts and costumes from the personal collection of the royal family; Hawa Mahal, also known as the ‘Palace of Winds’ and the fascinating Jantar Mantar Observatory is an astronomical observation site built in the early 18th century.
  
  Evening: An insight into Rajasthani culture and its past by a historian at the hotel (available thrice a week on Tuesday & Saturday only).

  • Hotspots : Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort

• Day 9 : Jaipur / Udaipur

  Check out from your hotel after leisurly breakfast and proceed on the drive to Udaipur.
  
  Arrive Udaipur in the late afternoon or evening and check in to your hotel.
  
  Rest of the day you're at leisure to relax and enjoy your beautiful resort on the banks of Lake Pichola.

• Day 10 : Udaipur / Jaipur

  Early Morning: Attend Yoga and meditation at the hotel (except Mondays).
  
  Morning: Explore the romantic city of Lakes - Udaipur, with the palaces built around Lake Pichola and the Aravalli Hills forming the backdrop. Visit the City Palace, the former home of the Maharanas of Udaipur. A majestic architectural marvel, within the four walls are mosaics of peacocks, exquisite mirror work and exotic paintings. It is a conglomeration of coutyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms and hanging gardens. Also visit Crystal Gallery, which has been hailed as probably the single largest private collection of crystal anywhere in the world. The collection includes a bewildering number of objects d'art, dinner sets, perfume bottles, decanters, glasses, washing bowls and even furniture. The Crystal Gallery also houses the only crystal bed in the world. After touring the City Palace, you will visit the Sahelion Ki Bari - the Gardens of the Maids of the queen. The garden has many fountains in its four delightful pools, chiselled kiosks and marble elephants.
  
  
  From here you have option (no extra charge) to drive to the original Palace Garage to see a unique private collection of Vintage & Classic cars of House of Mewar. A glorious setting for such unique and remarkable golden oldies, creating a pleasant hideaway from the bustle of the streets. The grand limousines and cars showcased here are Rolls-Royce, 1939 Cadillac open convertibles, rare Mercedes models, 1936 Vauxhall and 1937 Opel models.
  
  Late Afternoon/Evening: Enjoy a boat tour of Lake Pichola and visit the beautiful 17th century Jagmandir Island Palace - a palace on an island in Lake Pichola.

  • Hotspots : City Palace, Sahelion Ki Bari

• Day 11 : Udaipur / Delhi

  Morning: Check out from your hotel and drive to the airport to board your flight.
  
  Arrive Delhi in the afternoon/late afternoon. Your vehicle and driver are at your disposal until your late evening/night departure transfer to the airport. You can visit Dilli Haat, a contemporary art and crafts market that offers a wonderful collection of Indian handicrafts.
  
  Evening/Night: Later you are transferred to the international airport in time to board your flight to onward destination.

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* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
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Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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