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-: Classical & Cultural India :-
Duration of Trip -::-11 Nights / 12 Days
Key Places Covered -::- Delhi , Varanasi ,Khajuraho, Orchha, Jhansi, Gwalior, Agra , Jaipur
Day 01 : Arrival in Delhi
On arrival at New Delhi International Airport, Vacations International representative greets and transfers you to the pre-booked hotel for you. Enjoy welcome dinner and stay overnight in comfy beds at hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi
Enjoy very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tours of Delhi. Major tourist attractions in Delhi are Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, President House, Parliament House, India Gate, Old Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, Birla Temple, and Akshardham Temple. Akshardham Temple is a recently built Hindu Temple Complex. It is the largest Hindu temple complex in the world. In the evening enjoy DANCES OF INDIA SHOW. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel. 
Day 03 : Delhi – Varanasi
Take your breakfast at the hotel. Transfer in time to airport for flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi, you will be met and transferred to hotel by a representative from Vacations International. Later, take excursion for Sarnath to visit Sarnath Archaeological Museum and Buddhist Sites. Return to Varanasi and check-in at hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 04 : Varanasi
In the morning enjoy boat cruise over Ganga River to see the cremation Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most important religions. Return to hotel for a sumptuous breakfast. Proceed for day guided tour of Varanasi including the Bharat Mata Temple, which features a big relief map of Mother India engraved in marble. Also visit the 18th century Durga Temple, commonly known as the Monkey Temple due to the huge population of the monkeys. Proceed to the Tulsi Manas Temple, crafted from white marble which features the entire Ramayana inscribed on its walls. Also visit the Benaras Hindu University and Ramnagar Fort. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 05 : Varanasi – Khajuraho
Breakfast will be at hotel. Transfer in time for flight to Khajuraho. Reach Khajuraho. Check-in at your pre-booked hotel. Relax. Enjoy the Sound & Light Show at the Western Temple Complex. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 06 : Khajuraho - Orchha - Jhansi - Gwalior
After breakfast drive to Orchha. Orchha is a medieval town founded by Bundela rulers with palaces and temples. Enjoy sightseeing of Orchha visiting Fort Complex, Palaces and Temples. Later, ride train to Gwalior. On arrival at Gwalior, you will be transferred to the hotel booked. Freshen up and relax. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 07 : Gwalior
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on sightseeing tour of Gwalior. Enjoy sightseeing visiting Gwalior Fort, Man Mandir Palace, Gujari Mahal, Saas-Bahu Mandir, Jai Vilas Palace, etc. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 08 : Gwalior - Agra
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Agra – the city of the Taj Mahal (one of the Seven Wonders of the World). On arrival in Agra you will be transferred to the Hotel booked. Relax. Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal at Sunset. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 09 : Agra
Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal (the Symbol of Love) at sunrise. The Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This love monument was built by mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Return back to hotel for breakfast. Later, visit the magnificent Agra Fort – known for architectural excellence. This fort was built by mughal emperor Akbar. Also visit the Itmad-Ud-Daullah Tomb built by mughal empress Noor Jahan in the memory of his father. The interiors of this tomb monument is considered as more beautiful than of the Taj Mahal. This monument is also called the Baby Taj or the Little Taj or the Draft of the Taj Mahal. In the evening, explore local bazaars or again visit the Taj Mahal at Sunset. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 10 : Agra - Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Fatehpur Sikri to visit Buland Darwaza (the largest gateway in the world), Panch Mahal, Birbal Mahal and Salim Chisti Mosque. Continue your drive to Jaipur and reach by late afternoon. Check in at hotel upon arrival in Jaipur, the pink city of India. Jaipur is the state capital of Rajasthan and famously known as the Pink City of India. It is the first well-planned city of India. It is known for magnificent forts and palaces. There are also museums and temples in this city. In the evening, visit a beautiful temple – Birla Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi. This temple is also called Laxmi Narayan Temple. Attend the Aarati Ceremony at the temple. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.
Day 11 : Jaipur
After hearty breakfast at the hotel, proceed on sightseeing tour of Jaipur. Jaipur is the state capital of Rajasthan. It is lovingly known as the Pink City of India. First of all take an excursion trip to Amber Fort located in the outskirts of Jaipur situated atop a hill. Enjoy elephant ride to ascend the fort complex. Later proceed of Jaipur sightseeing tour visiting attractions like City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Albert Hall Museum, Birla Temple, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Jal Mahal Palace, Rambagh Palace, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, etc. In the evening, explore local colorful & bustling bazaars. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 : Jaipur - Delhi - Departure
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Later drive to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi you will be transferred to the hotel booked. Relax. Finish your last minute shopping. After a farewell dinner, Vacations International representative transfers you to the New Delhi International Airport to board flight for your home/onward destination.
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