Best Of North India Tour

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Overview

Duration: 20 Days
Cities Covered:
Delhi – Varanasi – Khajuraho – Gwalior – Agra – Jaipur – Ranthambhore – Pushkar – Udaipur – Jodhpur
– Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Mandawa – Delhi

Highlights
  • Explore diverse architectural marvels spanning Delhi, Agra, Khajuraho, Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Bikaner
  • Witness spiritual traditions at Varanasi’s ghats, temples, and nearby Sarnath stupas
  • Experience vibrant colors and festivities of Rajasthan
  • Enjoy camel safari in Jaisalmer’s vast Thar Desert
  • Tiger safaris in Ranthambhore National Park
  • Discover Shekhawati’s famous frescoed havelis – an open-air art gallery

Tour Plan

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Day 1 Delhi

Welcome to Incredible India: You will be warmly welcomed and picked up by our executive at the airport
exit, transferred to your hotel in a private coach. Receive your India travel kit with all trip documents
including air/rail tickets, hotel vouchers, transport info, guides, and sightseeing vouchers. Note: Standard
hotel check-in/check-out is at 12:00 hours.

Day 2 Delhi

Ruling Impressions: Explore New Delhi’s blend of history and modernity with visits to the Red Fort (Lal
Qila), Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, and photo stops along colonial-era buildings that retain their
charm.

Day 3 Delhi > Varanasi (fly)

Holiest Pilgrimage Center: Fly to Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Visit
Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon, highlighted by the Dhameka Stupa.

Day 4 Varanasi

Oldest Inhabited City in the World: Experience an early morning boat ride on the Ganges to witness
pilgrims’ devotions against ancient temple backdrops. Visit Banaras Hindu University and Durga Temple.
Evening includes attending the famous Aarti ceremony at the Ganges ghats.

Day 5 Varanasi > Khajuraho (fly)

Celebration of Life in Every Form: Fly to Khajuraho, renowned for its exquisite 10th-century Hindu and
Jain temples. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its intricate and erotic rock carvings.

Day 6 Khajuraho > Gwalior (275 km / 6-7 hrs)

Gibraltar of India: Drive to Gwalior and explore the imposing Gwalior Fort, praised by Emperor Babur as
“The pearl in the necklace of the forts of Hind.” Visit the mausoleum of Sufi saint Ghous Mohammed and
the tomb of legendary musician Mian Tansen.

Day 7 Gwalior > Agra (120 km / 3 hrs)

Epitome of Love: Visit Sikandra, the mausoleum of Mughal emperor Akbar. Continue to Agra, home to
the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and optionally the tomb of Itmadullah.

Day 8 Agra > Jaipur (235 km / 5 hrs)

Architectural & Astronomical Genius: Stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former
Mughal capital. Arrive in Jaipur, the Pink City, famed for its hospitality traditions and vibrant culture. Enjoy
a traditional Rajasthani dinner.

Day 9 Jaipur

Pink City Tour: Visit Amber Fort (elephant ride or jeep), Sukh Mandir (Temple of Contentment), Sheesh
Mahal (Mirror Palace), Palace of Winds, Jantar Mantar observatory, and City Palace complex. Evening
free for shopping in Jaipur’s colorful bazaars.

Day 10 Jaipur > Ranthambhore (176 km / 4 hrs)

Haven for Tigers: Drive to Ranthambhore. Enjoy an afternoon safari and overnight stay.

Day 11 Ranthambhore

Tiger Safari: Morning and afternoon safaris to spot tigers and other wildlife. Overnight at Ranthambhore.

Day 12 Ranthambhore > Pushkar (284 km / 6 hrs)

Holy City of Rajasthan: Drive to Pushkar, home to one of India’s few Brahma temples and host of the
famous camel fair. Visit various ghats around Pushkar Lake.

Day 13 Pushkar > Udaipur (300 km / 6 hrs)

Venice of India: Travel to Udaipur, known as the ‘Venice of the East’. Evening boat ride on Lake Pichola
with a stunning sunset backdrop.

Day 14 Udaipur

City of Lakes: Visit City Palace complex including the famous Mor Chowk (Peacock Courtyard), Jagdish
Temple, and Saheliyon Ki Bari (Garden of the Maids).

Day 15 Udaipur > Jodhpur (270 km / 5-6 hrs)

Blue City: Drive to Jodhpur, stopping at the famed Jain temples of Ranakpur en route. Visit Mehrangarh
Fort with modern audio guides and Jaswant Thada marble cenotaph. Evening free for shopping and
optional dinner atop the fort.

Day 16 Jodhpur > Jaisalmer (305 km / 6 hrs)

Golden Oasis: Drive to Jaisalmer, a sandstone city carved like a masterpiece. Explore the man-made
lake Gadsisar and the royal cenotaphs at Bada Bagh.

Day 17 Jaisalmer

Rolling Sand Dunes: Tour the exotic Jaisalmer Fort thoroughly and enjoy a camel safari over the sand
dunes at sunset.

Day 18 Jaisalmer > Bikaner (355 km / 7 hrs)

The Desert Citadel: Visit Bikaner, including the unusual Junagarh Fort located on desert plains and the
camel breeding farm.

Day 19 – Bikaner > Mandawa (200 km / 4 hrs)

Paintings, Havelis & Frescos: Visit the famous Rat Temple at Deshnok before heading to the Shekhawati
region, famous for its frescoed havelis, resembling an open-air art gallery.

Day 20 Mandawa > Delhi (270 km / 6 hrs)

The Tour Ends: Day at leisure until transfer to Delhi International airport for your onward journey.

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