Glimpse of North India

Duration:

15 Nights / 16 Days

Destination Covered:

Delhi-Lucknow-Varanasi-Khajuraho-Agra-Jaipur-Jodhpur-Udaipur

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

‘Glimpse of North India’ is well is well designed itinerates, which will give you the chance to view the most beautiful Mughal architecture of India Taj Mahal, which is known as a symbol of love and affection, you will feel the metropolitan yet one of the historical and multicultural city Delhi, which is also the capital of India, along with that you will get an opportunity to explore the Pink city Jaipur, Rajasthan one of the most important historical city of India. Along with that you will also get an opportunity to explore the two other most important and colourful cities of  Rajasthan that is Jodhpura, Udaipur.
 
Apart from these most important cities, 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. The name of Varanasi is originated from two rivers, Varuna which is still flowing is Varanasi and Assi a small stream near Assi Ghat. During this package you witness the best of the culture of India. Along with that you also get the chance to explore Khajuraho, 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. The duration of the tour is 15 nights and 16 days.

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 – Lucknow (By Train)
 
Today morning explore the popular Akshardham Temple, one of the biggest temples in the world with museum and theatre.
Afternoon is free to explore the local markets of the city. In the evening, visit Kala Kendra to understand the various classical dance forms. Later, move to the railway station to board the train for Lucknow. 
Stay overnight on board the train.
 
Day 4: Arrival Lucknow
 
Upon arrival at Lucknow railway station, drive to the hotel for check-in. After freshen up, proceed for sightseeing tour of Lucknow including Rumi Darwaza, BadaImambara, ChotaImambara and Clock Tower. 
The evening is free to relax and explore the vibrant markets of Lucknow. 
Stay overnight in the hotel.
 
Day 5: Lucknow - Varanasi (By Road290 Kilometres)
 
Today after having an early breakfast, proceed to Varanasi by road. Upon arrival in Varanasi, check in at the hotel. After freshen up, visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple and other major temples of the city and attend the prayers.  In the evening, attend the Ganga Arti.  Then return back to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
 
Day 6: Varanasi
 
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 7: Varanasi - Khajuraho(By Flight)
 
After having an early breakfast, proceed to Varanasi airport to board the flight to Khajuraho. Upon arrival at Khajuraho, check in at your pre booked hotel. After freshen up, 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. 
Overnight at Khajuraho.
 
Day 8: Khajuraho - Agra (By Train)
 
After breakfast, proceed to Agra by train. Upon arrival at Agra, check in your pre booked hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight stay Agra.
 
Day 9: Agra
 
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 10: Agra - Jaipur via FatehpurSikri(By Road 260 kilometres) 
 
Have your morning breakfast and then proceed to Taj Mahal , an enduring monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty. Then check out from the hotel and drive to Jaipur. It will take 5 hrs approx.  En- route visit to FatehpurSikri. On arrival you will be escorted to your accommodation. Check in and take rest. After that we will proceed for Jaipur sightseeing, which is also known as Pink City. Take your lunch in the afternoon and continue for the remaining sightseeing. After the end of our tour we will return back to hotel. 
Overnight at Jaipur 
 
Day 11: Jaipur Sightseeing
 
Have your morning breakfast and then proceed for Jaipur sightseeing. Take lunch in the afternoon and then we will continue for the remaining sightseeing. After the end of our tour we will return back to hotel. 
Overnight at Jaipur   
 
Day 12: Jaipur - Jodhpur (By Road-315 Kilometres)
 
After having an early breakfast, proceed to Jodhpur by road. On the way, halt in Pushkar, famous for its Brahma Temple.
Upon arrival in Jodhpur, check into the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
 
Day 13: Jodhpur
 
After breakfast, proceed to explore the major attractions of Jodhpur which include Mehrangarh Fort, UmaidBhavan Palace and JaswantThada. The evening is free to explore the local bazaars of Jodhpur. 
 
Stay overnight at the hotel in Jodhpur.
 
Day 14: Jodhpur - Udaipur (By Road- 260 Kilometres)
 
Today, after having an early breakfast, head straight to Udaipur, On the way, stop at Ranakpur. Ranakpur is home to the beautiful Jain temples dating back to the 15th century. On reaching Udaipur, check in at the hotel . Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight stay in Udaipur.
 
Day 15: Udaipur
 
Post breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Udaipur covering City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir, Saheliyon Ki Bari and Lake Pichola. In the evening, enjoy boat cruise on the Lake Pichola. 
Stay overnight at the hotel in Udaipur.
 
Day 16: Udaipur - Delhi (Departure)
 
Today is the last day of the tour. After breakfast, drive to the airport to board flight to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, move to the international airport to board the flight back home. 
Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:
  1. Explore the major attractions of Delhi including Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat, President House, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple & Qutub Minar.
  2. Akshardham Temple and Kala Kendra
  3. Enjoy the sightseeing tour of Lucknow including Rumi Darwaza, BadaImambara, ChotaImambara and Clock Tower.
  4. Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple and other temples of Varanasi and attend the Ganga Arti
  5. Visit the major attractions of Sarnath including Dhamek Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Ashoka Pillar, and The Sarnath Museum
  6. Visit Alamgir Mosque, Beni Madhav Ka Darera, Dasaswamedh Ghat, and Bharat Mata Temple in Varanasi.
  7. Explore Eastern and Western group of Khajuraho temples
  8. Taj Mahal, the Agra fort and  Itmad-ud-Daula’s tomb
  9. Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Matar & Laxminarayan Temple
  10. Morning visit to Taj Mahal (Agra), FatehpurSikri, Bhandarej Palace & Bhangarh Village
  11. Explore Brahma Temple
  12. Explore beautiful Jain temples
  13. Explore Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid  Bhavan Palace and Jaswant Thada
  14. Explore the major attractions of Udaipur including City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir, Saheliyon Ki Bari and Lake Pichola.
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