Guide

English speaking local destination guides

Meals

Daily breakfast at the hotels (9 Breakfasts)

Transport

All sightseeing, airport pickup and drop-off, and all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle driven by an experienced chauffeur as per the itinerary 1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar 3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar 5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Accommodation

9 nights accommodation in 3 Star deluxe hotels on double or twin sharing basis ( Please Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to Luxury boutique hotels/4 star/5 star or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost.) 2 nights stay in Delhi 2 night stay in Varanasi 1 night stay in Khajuraho 2 night stay in Agra 2 night stay in Jaipur Check In: 1400 Hrs Check Out: 1200 Hrs Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.

Others

Personal assistance during arrival and departure Train Journey (A.C) From Jhansi to Agra 1 rickshaw ride in old Delhi 1 boat ride on river Ganges in Varanasi Attend Ganga Aarti on the bank of river Ganges 1 mineral water bottle per person per day All applicable taxes

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Flights

Any International or Domestic Flights are not included

Insurance

It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.

Others

Please Note: Tour guides for specific languages, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Dutch, are also available on request basis at an additional cost Visa Fee (if applicable) Any personal expenses, laundry, telephone charges Any monument entrance fee, camera fee Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

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Day 1 Arrival In New Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In New Delhi

On arrival at the New Delhi airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and accompany you to the hotel. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel, rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city’s bustling streets or wander its wide tree-lined boulevards to get your first taste of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 At Delhi | New Delhi & Old Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Delhi | New Delhi & Old Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing of Delhi. The National Capital of India, Delhi has been in existence since the 6th century BC. Start your sightseeing from the Rajghat, the memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Later, visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Afterwards, drive past President House, and India Gate in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayun’s Tomb, built in 1562, commissioned by Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 New Delhi - Varanasi (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

New Delhi - Varanasi (By Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to New Delhi airport to board a flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel in Varanasi. Rest and relax at the hotel, later explore the city of Varanasi, visit various ghats, sacred temples and the local market of Varanasi. Later in the evening attend Aarti on the bank of River Ganges. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4 At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges, followed by a visit to Akhara and see the traditional form of martial arts practiced there. Morning city tour of Varanasi, this includes a walk through the various sacred Ghats. Visit the sacred shrine of Kashi- Vishwanath (also known as the Golden Temple), and Bharat Mata Mandir, a simple temple dedicated to Mother India. Later proceed to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists, visit the Dhamekha Stupa, the Archeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa. In the evening attend aarti on the bank of River Ganges in Varanasi. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5 Varanasi - Khajuraho (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Varanasi - Khajuraho (By Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the Varanasi airport to board the flight for Khajuraho. Upon arrival at Khajuraho airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Western Group of temples that make up Khajuraho. Here Kandariya Mahadev temple is the most popular and beautiful massive structure. It is a magnificent peace of artistic sculptural work. Khajuraho temples are more popular for erotic sculptured images but on your visit you will realize that such images are approx. 15% of all images and other images are Hindu gods, goddess, nymphs. After this we will drive to Eastern group of temples for sightseeing. Later you may opt to visit Raneh Water-fall, located about 20km from Khajuraho. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 Khajuraho - Orchha (175 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Khajuraho - Orchha (175 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Orchha. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel, later head out to explore Orchha - the capital of the mighty Bundela Rajput kings. Start your sightseeing with a visit at Jehangir Mahal, later visit the Raj Mahal, Phool Bagh, Dinman Hardaul’s Palace and Sunder Mahal. Also visit the highly preserved temples of Orchha. The two main temples at Orchha are ’The Ram Raja Temple’ and ’The Chaturbhuj Temple’. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7 Orchha - Jhansi (20 Km - 30 Minutes) - Agra (By Train)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Orchha - Jhansi (20 Km - 30 Minutes) - Agra (By Train)

In the morning, our representative will transfer you to Jhansi railway station to board an express train to Agra (JHS 07:35 AM - AGC 10:10 AM - 02:35 Hours Journey). Upon arrival at Agra railway station, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. Evening is free for shopping of handicrafts as souvenirs from the market of Agra. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8 Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you from your hotel and take you for a guided tour of the Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. Later return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jaipur. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Akbar in the late 16th century. After sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, proceed to Jaipur for overnight stay.
Day 9 At Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Jaipur

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Jaipur. Start you sightseeing with the iconic attraction of Rajasthan "Amber Fort and Palace", A UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Man Singh in 1592 in red sandstone and marble. The magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, divided into several sections. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort’s majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. After Amber Fort, visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar, The Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 Jaipur - New Delhi (275 Km - 5.30 Hours Drive) & Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur - New Delhi (275 Km - 5.30 Hours Drive) & Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to the New Delhi airport to board the flight to your home or onward destination.

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Marvellous North India

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Itinerary of your trip Marvellous North India

Arrival In New Delhi

At Delhi | New Delhi & Old Delhi Sightseeing

New Delhi - Varanasi (By Flight)

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Varanasi - Khajuraho (By Flight)

Khajuraho - Orchha (175 Km - 4.30 Hours Drive)

Orchha - Jhansi (20 Km - 30 Minutes) - Agra (By Train)

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

At Jaipur

Jaipur - New Delhi (275 Km - 5.30 Hours Drive) & Departure

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