Ganga Aarti and a sunrise boat ride in Varanasi
Cultural Immersion
India’s heartland, from the ghats of Varanasi to the Taj Mahal and the palaces of Jaipur.
8Days
7Nights
7Destinations
HindiLocal language
Highlights
Why travellers choose this tour
Khajuraho temples and Orchha Fort
Yoga session and Amber Fort in Jaipur
DelhiVaranasiKhajurahoOrchhaAgraAbhaneriJaipur
Day by day
Itinerary
- 01
On arrival in Delhi, our representative meets and greets you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel. Overnight in Delhi.
- 02
After breakfast, fly to Varanasi. After lunch, visit Sarnath and the massive Dhamek Stupa. In the evening, watch the Ganga Aarti and enjoy a rickshaw ride. Overnight in Varanasi.
- 03
Begin with a sunrise boat ride along the ghats of the Ganges. After breakfast, fly to Khajuraho and check in for lunch. Then visit the Khajuraho temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for their nagara-style architecture and sculpture. Dinner and overnight in Khajuraho.
- 04
After breakfast, drive to Orchha (172 km · about 3 hrs) to explore the Orchha Fort complex of palaces, temples and other monuments. Continue to Jhansi (17 km · 30 mins) and board the train to Agra. Dinner and overnight in Agra.
- 05
After breakfast, visit the world-famous Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, with an option to dress in traditional costume. Then visit Agra Fort, the main residence of the Mughal emperors until 1638. The evening is free. Dinner and overnight in Agra. Please note: the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.
- 06
After breakfast, drive towards Jaipur, stopping at Abhaneri (157 km · about 3 hrs) for the Chand Baori stepwell and the Harshat Mata Temple, with lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to Jaipur (100 km · about 2 hrs) and visit the Birla Mandir. Dinner and overnight in Jaipur.
- 07
Start with a yoga session at the hotel. After breakfast, an excursion to Amber Fort, capital of the old state of Dhundhar, with a photo stop at Hawa Mahal on the way. Visit the City Palace Museum, founded with the city by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727, then Jal Mahal and a walk through Johri Bazaar. Drive to Delhi (310 km · about 6 hrs). Dinner and overnight in Delhi.
- 08
After breakfast, visit the Lotus Temple, a Bahá’í House of Worship, and Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See India Gate and drive past the President’s House and Parliament House. After lunch, visit the Red Fort, commissioned by Shah Jahan in 1638, and the Akshardham Temple. Dinner at a Chinese restaurant, then transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Important information
Travel essentials
CurrencyIndian Rupee (₹ INR)
Time zoneGMT + 5:30
Driving sideLeft
Drinking waterBottled or filtered only
EmergencyPolice 100 · Fire 101 · Ambulance 102 · Traffic 103
Voltage220 V, 50 Hz
Power socketsTypes C, D and M
VisaIndian e-Visa via indianvisaonline.gov.in, at least 4 days before travel
Basic Hindi
A few useful phrases
Namasteनमस्तेHello / goodbye
Shukriyaशुक्रियाThank you
KripyaकृपयाPlease
Yeh kahan hai?यह कहाँ है?Where is this?
Kitna door hai?कितना दूर है?How far is it?
Kitna paisa?कितना पैसा?How much does it cost?
Pani doपानी दोWater, please
Madad kijiyeमदद कीजिएPlease help me
Taste of the region
Local cuisine
Chole Bhature, Delhi
Spiced chickpeas with fluffy fried bread.
Banarasi Paan, Varanasi
Betel leaf with sweet and savoury fillings, after the Ganga Aarti.
MP Thali, Khajuraho
Bhutte ka kees, dal bafla and palak puri.
Bedai, Orchha
Lentil-stuffed puris with potato curry before the Jhansi train.
Petha, Agra
Translucent ash-gourd sweets near the Taj Mahal.
Laal Maas, Jaipur
Fiery Rajasthani mutton curry with red chillies.
Did you know
Fun facts
Day 2
At the Ganga Aarti, priests perform synchronised chants with large oil lamps on the ghats each evening.
Day 3
Khajuraho’s temples are celebrated for their nagara-style architecture and intricate sculpture.
Day 5
The Taj Mahal closes on Fridays for prayers at its mosque; the itinerary plans around it.
Day 7
Amber Fort was the capital of Dhundhar, with mirrored halls and hilltop views over Jaipur.
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