Classical Tour of North with Maharastra

Duration:

16 Nights / 17 Days

Destination Covered:

Delhi-Jaipur-Agra-Mathura-Agra-Orchha-Khajuraho-Varanasi-Mumbai-Aurangabad-Nasik-Mumbai

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
  • Nature and culture of Beyond with Sri Lanka I wanted to thank you for all your help in assisting with planning our India Beyond with Srilanka journey. We had a fantastic time in this tour package and our complaint is that our time in Sri Lanka was too short !!! we really enjoyed our holiday, once again thank you for all your help. Emir Avdic, Australia October 2014
  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
    Also a very big compliment for Shiva, our driver. He was someone we could fully rely upon
    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
  • Golden Triangle India “Awesome experience! Everything was taken care of & I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations always !” Miriam, Spain, July 2014
Tour Description

Overview

‘Classical Tour of North with Maharastra’ is well designed package which gives you the chance to explore major historical places along with the major temples of India along with some major attractions of the places.  During this tour you will get the chance to explore the Golden Triangle circuit which is one of the most visited tourist circuit of North India including Delhi, Agra, Jaipur. During the tour you will also visit the Orchha combines the architectural beauty of a medieval town with the quiet charm of a village. Once the capital of Bundelas, the town is still infused with an air of romance and alluring temple of Khajuaho, Khajuraho is a famous tourist and archaeological site known for its sculptured temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Jain patriarchs.Apart this you will also get a chance to visit Varanasi, which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and also known as Kashi or Banaras. It is situated on the bank of River Gnaga. You will also get the chance to explore Ajanta and Elloracave, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Apart from this you will also get an opportunity to explore the major tourist sights of Mumbai and also visit Trimbakeshwarjyotirlinga in Nasik. The duration of the tour is 16 nights and 17 days, covering the places such as Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Mathura, Agra, Orchha, Khajuraho, Varanasi, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Nasik and Mumbai.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Delhi (By flight)

On arrival at Delhi International Airport, our representative will greet and welcome you with our Indian tradition after your arrival. Then you will be escorted to your confirmed accommodation. Check in to your accommodation and take rest after your long flight journey. In the evening, free for leisure.
Overnight at Delhi

Day 02: Old Delhi and New Delhi Sightseeing

Have your morning breakfast and then start your representative will show you our tour itinerary catalogue as you planned. Then we will start our beautiful day by visiting the local sightseeing of New Delhi and Old Delhi. You can take your lunch in the afternoon and then we will continue our remaining sightseeing.
Overnight at Delhi

Day 3: Delhi – Jaipur (By Road-268 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, drive to Jaipur, the Pink City. As soon as you reach Jaipur, get an assisted transfer to your hotel. Check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. You may visit the surroundings on foot, shop for souvenirs at the well-known local bazaars etc.
Stay overnight in Jaipur.

Day 4: Jaipur Sightseeing

Have your morning breakfast and then proceed for Jaipur sightseeing. proceed for visiting Amber Fort in the market where you are going to enjoy an elephant ride.Post lunch, continue with sightseeing that will include Jaigarh Fort- one of the few military structures of medieval India, Laxmi Narayan Temple, also known as Birla Mandir, City Palace, Hawa Mala and Jantar Mantar.

After the end of our tour we will return back to hotel.
Overnight at Jaipur   

Day 5: Jaipur - Agra (By Road-241 Kilometres)Sightseeing

Today after having an early breakfast, proceed to Agra. En-route, explore FatehpurSikri-FatehpurSikri was built during the second half of 16th century by Mughal emperor in an homage to famous Sufi Saint Salim Chisti. FatehpurSikri. Later, visit the BulundDarwaza that is known as largest gateway in the world. Proceed to Agra. On arriving, get transferred to your hotel.
The evening is free at leisure, you may shop some authentic handicrafts item at local market in Agra.
Stay overnight Agra.

Day 6: Agra Sightseeing

Today get up early morning at view the Taj Mahal in the mesmerizing light of the sunrise. This beautiful architecture was built by Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

After sightseeing, return back to the hotel and have your breakfast. Later continue to explore the Agra fort, this magnificent red-sandstone structure is also known as Red fort, cover the inside structures like the Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-I-Khas etc. You can also visit Itmad-ud-Daula’s tomb etc.
Stay overnight in Agra.

Day 07: Agra –Mathura (By Road-57 Kilometre) Sightseeing

Today breakfast, begin driving towards Mathura, it is one of the most popular pilgrim site for Hindus known as birth place of Lord Krishna. Visit the well-known spots here such as Dwarkadhish temple, Mahavidya Kund.

 Later, proceed to Vrindavan, it is said to be the place where Lord Krishna spent his the most eventful years of his life. Visit the Banke Bihari temple and ISKCON temple.  After darshan, return back to Mathura.
Overnight in Mathura.

Day 08: Mathura –Gokul (By Road-10 Kilometres)–Goverdhan(By Road-34 Kilometres) – Agra (By Road-78 Kilometres)Sightseeing

After breakfast, drive to Gokul and visit GokulNath Ji Temple, and Goverdhan. After Darshan, proceed to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, check in to the hotel.
Overnight in Agra.

Day 9: Agra- Jhansi (By Train)–Orchha (By Road-17 Kilometres)– Khajuraho (By Road-174 Kilometres) Sightseeing

Today you will get transferred to the railway station to catch a train for Jhansi, after having an early breakfast. Once you arrive in Jhansi, drive to Orchha, it was one of the medical city and was once the capital of the Bundela rulers.
Here explore some major attractions of the city such as Jehangiri Mahal, which was built by Raja Bir Singh Deo, Laxmi Narayan temple which is known for its beautiful mural paintings. Apart from this also visit the Raj Mahal.

Afterwards, proceed to Khajuraho. Check-in at your pre booked hotel and have dinner.
Overnight stay in Khajuraho.

Day 10: Khajuraho – Varanasi (By Overnight Train)Sightseeing

After breakfast, explore the world heritage site of Khajuraho temples divided into Eastern and Western group of temples that will include Laxmi&Varha temples KandariyaMahadev, Devi Jagdamba temples and more. These temples was constructed during the period of Chandela rulers have structures that glorify erotica. Later, proceed to the train station to board the overnight train to Varanasi. Overnight in Train.

Day 11: Arrival in Varanasi ( Sightseeing)

Upon arrival in Varanasi, check in at the hotel. After freshen up, visit Kashi VishwanathTemple and Sankatmochan Temple and other major temples of the cityand attend the prayers.  In the evening, attend the Ganga Arti.  Then return back to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 12: Varanasi Sightseeing

After having an early breakfast, proceed to visit Sarnath, the ancient Buddhist town. The places you will explore here include the Stupa, Buddhist Temple and the Museum.

Post breakfast, proceed to visit some other major attractions in Varanasi including Alamgir Mosque, BeniMadhavKaDarera, DasaswamedhGhat, and Bharat Mata Temple.
Stay overnight in Varanasi.

Day 13: Varanasi – Mumbai (By Flight)

In the early morning, proceed to Varanasi airport to board the flight to Mumbai, upon arrival meet our representative who will help you take a transfer to your pre-booked hotel. Check-in to the hotel.

Take test while, Later, proceed to explore some major attractions of the city such as Gateway of India, Shree Siddhivinayak Temple, Juhu Beach and Prince of Wales Museum. Evening is free at leisure.
Stay overnight in Mumbai.

Day 14: Mumbai – Aurangabad (By flight) Sightseeing

Today after having an early breakfast, get transfer to the airport to take your next flight to Aurangabad. On reaching Aurangabad, check-in to the hotel. After breakfast, proceed to Ajanta Caves, which comes under an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cave houses 30 rock-cut Buddhist Caves. The caves have beautiful paintings and sculptures which are rightly called the Buddhist masterpieces. After sightseeing around the place, Return back to the hotel.
Overnight in Aurangabad.

Day 15: Aurangabad - Ellora caves (By Road-32 Kilometres) Sightseeing

Have an early breakfast today, then proceed for sightseeing tour around the place. Visit the famous Ellora Caves, it is one attraction which represents the spectacular workmanship behind its exquisite carving and paintings

After visiting the Ellora caves, then visit the Daulatabad Fort which was constructed by the Yadavas. After sightseeing, return back to the hotel.
Stay overnight in Aurangabad.

Day 16: Aurangabad – Nasik (By Road-181Kilometres) Sightseeing

Post breakfast, drive to Nasik. Upon arrival in Nasik, check-in to the hotel. After freshen up, proceed to explore the major sightseeing tour around Nasik. Visit to Trimbakeshwarjyotirlinga which is a famous pilgrimage site of Nasik. Later, you can visit Pandava Caves which house a group of 24 Buddhist Caves and were excavated in 1 CE.
Stay overnight in Aurangabad.

Day 17: Nasik - Mumbai (Departure)

Today is the last day of the tour. After having your breakfast, leave Nasik and head towards Mumbai. On reaching Mumbai, take a transfer to the railway station/airport and carry on with your onward journey. The tour ends here.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:

  1. Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat, President House, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple & QutubMinar.
  2. Amber Fort, enjoy an elephant ride, Jaigarh Fort, Laxmi Narayan Temple,City Palace, Hawa Mala and Jantar Mantar.
  3. FatehpurSikri- FatehpurSikri and BulundDarwaza.
  4. Dwarkadhish temple, Mahavidya Kund, Banke Bihari temple and ISKCON temple.
  5. Taj Mahal, the Agra fort and Itmad-ud-Daula’s tomb.
  6. GokulNath Ji Temple, and Goverdhan.
  7. Jehangiri Mahal, the Raj Mahal and the Laxmi Narayan temple.
  8. Ganga Arti, Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Sankatmochan Temple.
  9. Dhamek Stupa, MulagandhaKutiVihar, Ashoka Pillar, and The Sarnath Museum, Alamgir Mosque, Beni Madhav Ka Darera, Dasaswamedh Ghat, and Bharat Mata Temple.
  10. Gateway of India, Shree Siddhivinayak Temple, Juhu Beach and Prince of Wales Museum.
  11. Ajanta Caves.
  12. Ellora caves, Daulatabad Fort.
  13. Trimbakeshwarjyotirlinga and Pandava Caves.
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