Guide

English speaking local destination guides during sightseeing

Transport

All airport pickup/drop-off, sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle 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 Train Ticket: One-way Express train ticket from Gwalior to Agra Train Ticket: One-way Vande Bharat train ticket from Varanasi to New Delhi

Accommodation

12 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on twin or double 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.) 3 nights stay in New Delhi 1 night stay in Khajuraho 1 night stay in Orchha 1 night stay in Gwalior 2 nights stay in Agra 2 nights stay in Jaipur 2 nights stay in Varanasi Check-in time in 1400 hrs Check-out time is 1200 hrs Early check-in is subject to availability

Meals

Daily breakfast at the hotels

Others

Personal assistance during arrival and departure 1 cycle rickshaw ride in Old Delhi’s Chandhni Chowk 1 boat ride on River Ganges in Varanasi Attend Ganga Aarti on the bank of river Ganges in Varanasi 1 mineral water bottle per person per day All applicable taxes

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Insurance

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

Flights

Any International or Domestic Flights are not included

Others

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 monument entrance fee, camera fee Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

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

Arrive In New Delhi

On arrival at the New Delhi airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The 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 | Old Delhi & New Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Delhi | Old Delhi & New Delhi

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 - Khajuraho (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

New Delhi - Khajuraho (By Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to New Delhi airport to board a flight to Khajuraho. Upon arrival at Khajuraho airport, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 4 Khajuraho (Sightseeing) - Orchha (175 Kms/4.30 Hrs Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Khajuraho (Sightseeing) - Orchha (175 Kms/4.30 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast, head-out to explore Khajuraho. The region was historically part of many kingdoms and empires. During the Gupta period, the art and architecture began to flourish in the region although their successors continued the artistic tradition. During your sightseeing, you will visit the Western group of temples and Eastern group of temples. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments are a group of Hindu and Jain temples. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temples are famous for their nagara-style architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures.

Later in the afternoon, we’ll leave for Orchha. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 5 Orchha - Gwalior (125 Kms/3 Hrs Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Orchha - Gwalior (125 Kms/3 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, 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’.

Later in the afternoon, leave for Gwalior. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 6 Gwalior (Sightseeing) - Agra (By Train)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Gwalior (Sightseeing) - Agra (By Train)

After breakfast at the hotel, start your Gwalior sightseeing with a visit to the 5th century hill-top Gwalior Fort, situated at 300 feet high above the ground and it is considered as one of the most invincible forts in India. Other sightseeing attractions includes Gopachal Parvat Jaina monuments, a group of Jain carvings dated to between 7th and 15th century. Other attractions includes Suraj Kund, the 9th century Teli Ka Mandir, the 11th century Sas Bahu ka Mandir, and Jai Vilas Palace & Museum.

After Gwalior sightseeing, our representative will transfer you to Gwalior railway station to board a train to Agra. Upon arrival at Agra railway station, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 7 At Agra (Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit & Local Sightseeing)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Agra (Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit & Local Sightseeing)

Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you up from the 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, proceed for a full day sightseeing of Agra, 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)

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. Upon arrival at Jaipur, check-in at your hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure, later in the evening take a stroll inside the beautiful market of the historic walled pink city of Jaipur, where the old ways of life continue uninterrupted. Overnight stay at the hotel.
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 - Varanasi (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to Jaipur airport to board a flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, our 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 11 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 12 Varanasi - New Delhi (Vande Bharat Express Train)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Varanasi - New Delhi (Vande Bharat Express Train)

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll transfer you to Varanasi Railway Station to board a Vande Bharat Train to New Delhi.

Upon arrival at New Delhi railway station around 10.30 PM, our local representative will meet you and transfer to hotel in New Delhi for overnight stay.
Day 13 Departure From New Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure From New Delhi

After breakfast at the hotel, Alkof Holidays representative will transfer you to IGI Airport in New Delhi for onward journey.

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Treasures Of North India & Madhya Pradesh

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Itinerary of your trip Treasures Of North India & Madhya Pradesh

Arrive In New Delhi

At Delhi | Old Delhi & New Delhi

New Delhi - Khajuraho (By Flight)

Khajuraho (Sightseeing) - Orchha (175 Kms/4.30 Hrs Drive)

Orchha - Gwalior (125 Kms/3 Hrs Drive)

Gwalior (Sightseeing) - Agra (By Train)

At Agra (Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit & Local Sightseeing)

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

At Jaipur

Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Varanasi - New Delhi (Vande Bharat Express Train)

Departure From New Delhi

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