Best of North India

Duration : 19 Nights / 20 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Udaipur - Ranakpur - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Pushkar - Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Varanasi - Delhi - Rishikesh – Amritsar - Delhi

Day 01 | Arrival at Delhi

Afternoon/evening arrive at New Delhi International Airport.. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

Day 02 | Delhi

Breakfast at hotel. Today Delhi sightseeing, visit Raj Ghat–is the place where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and a memorial was placed here. People come here to pay homage to Father of Nation. Red Fort– Red Fort which built by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan. This monument represents the grandeur of the Mughal Court, constructed during the 17th century. (visit from outside)

Jama Masjid– The stunning Jama Masjid mosque is the largest in India and the final architectural magnum opus of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Also you will enjoy a Cycle Rickshaw Ride at Chandni Chowk market. This is one of famous Old Delhi’s market. India Gate– India Gate is situated on the Raj Path and was commissioned by Sir Edwin Lutyens for paying reverence to the Indian Soldiers, who died during the First World War.

Qutub Minar– Qutub Minar is one of the tallest individual towers in the world, measuring about 234 ft in height.

Lotus Temple– Lotus Temple is one of the most incredible architectures of the Bahai faith. The temple has been constructed to resemble a lotus flower and made of marble. Also visit President House. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

Day 03 | Delhi – Udaipur (By flight)

Breakfast at hotel. Morning take flight to Udaipur. Later Udaipur sightseeing, Visit City Palace– it has several palaces within its complex. Considered the largest of its kind in Rajasthan, the palatial building displays a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, also visit Jagdish Temple. Here one can enjoy boat ride at Lake Pichola (This is an optional activity) and visit Jag Mandir Palace– Jag Mandir was constructed by three Maharanas of the Sisodia Rajputs of Mewar Kingdom.

Lake Palace– The Lake Palace is built in the middle of Lake Pichola over the backdrop of beautiful Aravalli Mountain. Currently, the Lake Palace is a property of Taj group and is used as a hotel.

Lake Pichola– Pichola Lake is an artificial fresh water lake that has been named after the nearby Picholi Village. Sahelion Ki Bari was designed and laid out early in the eighteenth century as a retreat for ladies of the royal household to spend their time in leisure. Overnight stay at hotel in Udaipur.

Day 04 | Udaipur - Ranakpur - Jodhpur (260 Kms/ 5-6 hrs)

Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Jodhpur. On the way visit to Ranakpur Jain Temple. Later Jodhpur sightseeing, Mehrangarh Fort– Mehrangarh Fort, situated 125 m above the city, is enclosed by thick walls. One of the largest forts in India. Jaswant Thada– The traditional cremation grounds of the Jodhpur royal families. The main Jaswant Thada memorial is a 19th century royal cenotaph was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh.
Ummaid Bhawan Palace– Ummaid Bhawan Palace has 347 rooms and serves as the principal residence of the erstwhile Jodhpur royal family. Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.
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Day 05 | Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (290 Kms / 6-7 hrs)

Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Jaisalmer. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaisalmer.

Day 06 | Jaisalmer

Breakfast at hotel. Today Jaisalmer sightseeing, visit Jaisalmer Fort– The oldest living Fort in the world. About a quarter of the population of Jaisalmer live inside this fort. Jain Temple– The Jain Temples are one of the oldest temples in Jaisalmer, which are situated inside the Jaisalmer Fort complex. Patwon-Ki-Haveli– It’s situated in a narrow lane near the Patwa Complex. It is the first haveli to have been erected in Jaisalmer. Also visit Gadi Sagar Tank. In the afternoon proceed to The KHURI SAND DUNES are located in the hamlet of Khuri in the Thar Desert, in the outskirts of Jaisalmer. The main attraction here is the camel safari and the artistically decorated houses of mud and straw. In the evening bonfires can be arranged for with folk songs being sung by the Kalbeliyas. Enjoy Camel Safari and view the sunset from the dunes. Later return to Jaisalmer city. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaisalmer.

Day 07 | Jaisalmer - Bikaner (346 Kms/ 7-8 hrs)

Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Bikaner & sightseeing. Junagarh Fort– The Junagarh fort is a unique illustration of composite culture. Lalgarh Palace–The palace is an architectural marvel and is beautifully constructed using red sandstone. Jain Temple– Jain Temple is one of the beautiful shrines in Bikaner, which is dedicated to the 5th tirthankar of the Jains. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel in Bikaner.

Day 08 | Bikaner - Pushkar ( 250 Kms/ 5-6 hrs)

Breakfast at hotel and drive to Pushkar. Later visit Pushkar Lake– Hindus from all across India consider Pushkar Lake to be one of the most sacred lakes of India Brahma Temple– The Brahma Temple is the lone Hindu temple in India where Lord Brahma, the Creator of the World is worshipped. Overnight at hotel in Pushkar.

Day 09|Pushkar - Jaipur ( 142 Kms/ 3-4 hrs)

Breakfast at hotel and drive to drive to Jaipur. In the evening you can excursion to “Chokhi Dhani”– Chokhi Dhani is 5* ethnic resort. Enjoy Dinner & Rajasthani Cultural Dance Show Program will be organized at Chokhi Dhani (This is optional service). Later return back to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
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Day 10| Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel. Today Jaipur sightseeing, visit Amber Fort and Palace– Amber Fort, also known as Amber Palace, is said to have played a key role in the history of Medieval India. Here enjoy the unique experience of an ascent on the back of a brightly caparisoned Elephant up to the Fort. City’s Palace Complex– City Palace, a beautiful palace in the city of Jaipur, is surrounded by large walls on all sides. Also visit Jantar Mantar. Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Wind)– It is a five-storey structure that has more than 950 windows. The latticework was built for allowing women to watch everyday life of the city.

Jal Mahal– Jal Mahal was built during the 18th century in the middle of Mansarovar Lake. This is one of the biggest artificial lakes in Jaipur, which was constructed using red sandstone. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.

Day 11| Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (235 Kms/ 5.5 hrs)

Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Agra. On the way visit to Fatehpur Sikri -Constructed by Akbar in 1569 to honor Sufi saint Salim Chisti. Overnight at hotel in Agra.

Day 12 | Agra - Varanasi by Train

Breakfast at hotel. Today Agra sightseeing, Taj Mahal (Monument of Love)– one of the most recognisable structures in the world. This beautiful structure of white marble was built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, in the memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It took 20,000 workers to complete this monument in a period of 22 years from 1632 to 1653. ( Taj Mahal is close on Friday ). Great Red Fort of Agra– Built by the Mughal dynasty's greatest Emperor Akbar in 1565. A number of the fort’s beautiful palaces, mosques and gardens were built by his successors in later years. Itmad ud Daulah Tomb - is one of the most beautiful Mughal tombs. Evening take train to Varanasi. Overnight in train.

Day 13 | Varanasi

Morning pick up & take you to hotel. Later Varanasi sightseeing, The Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Shiva Temple) & Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University. In the evening enjoy Aarti of river Ganges at river Ghat. Overnight stay at hotel in Varanasi.
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Day 14 | Varanasi

Today an early morning enjoy boat ride at river Ganges. Later return back to hotel for breakfast. Later excursion to Sarnath– Renowned as a Buddhist shrine, is a city located about 13 kilometers north-east of Varanasi. The place is known for being among the four major Buddhist pilgrimage destinations. Evening return back to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Varanasi.

Day 15| Varanasi – Delhi by flight / Delhi – Rishikesh (220 kms / 4-5 hrs)

Breakfast at hotel. Morning drop at Varanasi airport to board on flight to Delhi. Afternoon arrival pick up from Delhi airport and transfer to Rishikesh. Overnight at hotel in Rishikesh.

Day 16| Rishikesh

Breakfast at hotel. Morning you can join Yoga & Meditation in Ashram. Later visit famous Temples, Ram Jhula & Lakshman Jhula. In the evening visit Ashram Parmarth Niketan . Ashram is famous for Yoga & Mediation. Join evening Aarti of river Ganga at ashram. Overnight stay at hotel in Rishikesh.

Day 17| Rishikesh – Amritsar by Train

Breakfast at hotel. Afternoon take train from Haridwar railway to Amritsar. Pick up from railway station and Overnight at hotel in Amritsar.

Day 18| Amritsar

Breakfast at hotel. Today Amritsar sightseeing. Golden Temple– It’s also called Sri Harmandir Sahib. It was built by the fifth Sikh guru, Guru Arjan, in the 15th Century Jallianwala Bagh– It is a public garden and houses a memorial of national importance, established in 1951 to commemorate the massacre by British occupying forces of peaceful celebrators on the occasion of the Punjabi New Year on April 13, 1919 in the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. Later excursion to Wagah Border– India-Pakistan border at Wagah, where one can view the lively brotherhood between the Indians & the Pakistanis. Overnight stay at hotel in Amritsar.

Day 19| Amritsar – Delhi by Train

Morning take train to Delhi. Rest of the day free. Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

Day 20| Delhi / Departure drop

Breakfast at hotel. Later drop at New Delhi international airport to board on flight for onward destination.
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