Delhi - Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri
- Agra - Gwalior - Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi
Day 01 : Arrive in Delhi

Arrive
in Delhi , meet and greet at the airport and transfer to hotel . overnight
at Hotel
Day 02 : Delhi
Morning tour of historic city of Old Delhi to include magnificent Red Fort,
The Jama Masjid , India`s largest mosque, Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi
& a Rickshaw ride past through the silver street in Chandani Chowk.
Afternoon sightseeing in New Delhi to include Humayun`s Tomb, Bhai Temple
, Qutab Minar , India gate and Government buildings . overnight at hotel
Day 03 : Delhi - Jaipur ( 265 kms )
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur ( 265 kms ) enroute optional visit
to Samode , rest of the day at leisure . Overnight at Hotel
Day 04 : Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside
Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned Elephant
for the climb to the main gate. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century,
took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating
insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.

Afternoon
tour of the Pink City - will include City Palace, still home to the Maharaja
although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and
artefacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here. Also visit the Hawa
Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory
to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful
bazaar before returning to your hotel. Overnight at hotel .
Day 05 : Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra ( 235 kms )
Morning after breakfast drive to Agra enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri . Fatehpur
Sikri designed by Akbar as his capital , was lived in for only a very few
years . It is beautiful architectural city built of Red sandstone . Evening
arrive in Agra.Overnight at hotel
Day 06 : Agra
Morning proceed for half sightseeing of Agra . Agra is the home of the Taj
Mahal and the famous Red Fort. The Moghul Emperor Shah Jehan built the extravagant
Taj Mahal as a mausoleum for his most beloved wife and was imprisoned in the
Red Fort overlooking the Taj by his son until death . Both buildings are truly
spectacular and the Taj Mahal is now one of the wonders of the World. Afternoon
at leisure. Overnight at hotel
Day 07 : Agra - Gwalior - Orchha ( GWL to Orchha 115 kms )
Morning transfer to railway station intime to connect Shatabdi express to
Gwalior(0815-0929 hours ) . Meeting and assistance on arrival & followed
by city sightseeing . Sightseeing of Gwalior Fort , Sas-Bahu Temple &
a brief stop at some of the bigger Jain cave temples then drive to Teli-Ka-Mandir,
a brief visit to the tomb of Gaus Mohammed and mausoleum of Tansen . Later
visit Scindia Museum at Jai Vilas Palace.
Later depart for Orchha by car . On arrival check in at hotel . Overnight
at Hotel
Day 08 : Orchha - Khajuraho ( 178 kms )
Orchha overlooked by the modern era, this beautiful medieval town, was once
the capital of Bundela kings. Built along the banks of the river Betwa, flowing
through a rugged century side, it still retains the captivating air of the
bygone era.
Morning tour of Orchha - walk by the century old temples and forts, each with
its own poignant history, and rest amidst the beauty of the ruins. Amongst
the various imposing edifices, of particular interest are the Jehangiri Mahal,
built by Raja Bir Singh Deo to commemorate the visit of Moghul Emperor Jehangir,
the Raj Mahal and the Laxmi Narayan temple, both noted for their fine frescoes
and mural.
Afternoon drive by car to Khajuraho . On arrival check in at hotel . Overnight
at Hotel
Day 09 : Khajuraho

Khajuraho
- ancient centre of the Chandela Dynasty. Khajuraho flourished from 950 to
1050 AD and is spectacular feat of architecture carved with the roughest of
tools.
Each temple has a large number of spires in ascending order representing man's
aspirations towards spiritual goals. They are famous tourist draw because
they have the most sublime, sensuous and erotic sculptures and are romantically
situated miles from anywhere in the dry and hot plains of Madhya Pradesh.
Morning visit the Eastern group of temples which consists of 3 Hindu and 3
Jain temples, their proximity attests to the religious tolerance of the times
in general and of the Chandela rulers in particular.
Also visit the most important and fascinating western group of temples. The
temples of Khajuraho have been declared a 'world heritage' site by UNESCO
in order to preserve the rich legacy of architecture, bequeathed to future
generations by the Kings of the Chandela dynasty. These temples are famous
for their intricate sculptures and erotic carvings that are one of the outstanding
achievements of Indian art. Overnight at Hotel
Day 10 : Khajuraho - Varanasi
Morning free later transfer to fly to Varanasi ( 1330-1410 Hrs ), on arrival
transfer to hotel .
Afternoon excursion to Sarnath ( 9 kms ) an important pilgrimage centre for
Buddhist. This is where the Buddha preached his first sermon after getting
enlightenment.
The city is famous for its magnificent stupas , monasteries and temples. Overnight
at Hotel
Day
11 : Varanasi
This morning an early start for a dawn boat cruise on the Ganges river . Ritual
is a very important aspect of Hinduism and there is no better place to observe
it than at the Ganges. You will view the thread ceremony, head shaving and
food being offered to the departing souls. Also along its bank witness devotees
bathing, cremating their dead and doing laundry. A walk through narrow twisting
lanes will give you a chance to witness the various rituals of the pilgrims.
Morning sightseeing tour of Varanasi : the eaternal city . The most scared
pilgrim centre in India and a major tourist attraction . An ancient centre
of learning.
Varanasi has always been the seat of renowned universities having been known
as Kansi and Benaras at different times , the city is now known by its ancient
name which means the region between the two rivers Varuna and Asi . Situated
along the west bank of the Ganges devout Hindus belive that death at this
place ensures certain entry into heaven .
Sightseeing include The
Bharat Mata Temple : dedicated to the Indian
nation , it is unique in that instead of deities it enshrines the most perfect
relif map of India carved in marble . The Durga Temple commonly known a monkey
temple dedicated to goddess Durga , The Thulasi Manas temples and Benaras
Hindu university.
Afternoon at leiusre . Overnight at Hotel
Day 12 : Varanasi - Delhi
Morning free , later transfer to airport to connect flight to delhi ( 1440-1600
hrs) , on arrival transfer to hotel . Overnight at Hotel
Day 13 : Delhi - Frankfurt
Early Morning transfer to airport for your onward flight
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