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DAY 01: THU - ARRIVE DELHI
Meet and greet assistance upon arrival. Transfer, check-in, overnight at your hotel.

DAY 02: FRI - DELHI
After breakfast, enjoy a full day city sightseeing tour of Old Delhi. Visit the magnificent Red Fort (Lal Qila). Built in the 17th century, constructed by the Mugal Emperor Shahjahan, it served as the Capital city of the Mugal Empire until 1857. Later visit Jama Masjid, the largest Mosque in India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1650. Also visit a famous, and one of the oldest Jain Temples, Lal Mandir, built in 1658. Walk down the narrow lanes where the traditional traders still thrive in Chandni Chowk - a typical Indian Bazaar. Also visit Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Afternoon city sightseeing tour of New Delhi. Highlights include: The Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, Parliament House, Laxmi Narayan Temple, or Birla Mandir (Hindu Temple), Bangla Sahib Gurdwara (Sikh Temple), Connaught Place, and The Royal Government buildings. Note: Option to visit the Lotus Temple (Bahai Temple). When selecting this option, other sights included in the itinerary may need to be forfeited due to time restraints and traffic patterns.
After Dinner, overnight at your hotel. (B/D)

DAY 03: SAT - DELHI / JAIPUR BY ROAD (258 KMS / 06 HRS)
Depart in the morning for the drive to Jaipur. Enroute, enjoy the beautiful Indian countryside before arriving at your hotel.
Jaipur: Also referred to by its’ romantic nickname, "The Pink City" because of the pink colour of its buildings. It is picturesquely situated in the heart of Rajasthan surrounded on all sides, except on the south, by rugged hills crowded with medieval fortresses. In addition to boasting the grand Amber Fort, is also a central repository for the region's wonderful crafts. Jaipur is famous for its gems and jewelry, enamel and brassware, blue pottery, embroidered leather footwear, rugs, tie-and-dye cotton fabrics, fine Kota doria saris, and ready-made linen and home-wear. Afternoon guided city tour of Jaipur. Visit the City Palace, Mubarak Hall, Chandra Mahal and Pothikhana, which houses collections of paintings and manuscripts, as well as the museum of Arms and Armory. Also visit Jantar Mantar- Jai Singh’s observatory and Hawa Mahal or “Palace of Winds”. Overnight at your hotel. (B/D)

DAY 04: SUN - JAIPUR
Morning guided excursion to Amber Fort - Situated atop a hill overlooking the city, Amber Fort was the old capital before the city of Jaipur was built. The Palace is laid out at different levels on the hillside and surrounded by a fortress. A ride on a decorated elephant to ascend the hill to the Palace is a thrilling experience for every visitor. The construction of the Amber Fort began in the year 1592 and was started by Man Singh I, but it was later completed by his descendant Jai Singh I. The exterior of the Fort is not in the least like its interiors. The outside is very imposing and rugged looking whereas the inside is a comforting and warm interior which is influenced by both Hindu and Muslim style of ornamentation. On the walls, are paintings depicting various hunting scenes, intricate carvings, mosaics, and minute mirror work that make the halls look majestic and imperial. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at your hotel. (B/D)

DAY 05: MON - JAIPUR / AGRA VIA FATEHPUR SIKRI BY ROAD (250 KMS/ 5 HRS)
Depart in the morning for the drive to Agra. Enroute, enjoy the beautiful Indian countryside and visit to Fatehpur Sikri before arriving at your hotel. Fatehpur Sikri- Twenty-seven miles from Agra, where phantoms of ancient pomp and splendor fill a deserted city, silent witnesses to a vanished dream, stands Akbar’s grandeur Capital. Shortly after it was completed, this magnificent fortress was abandoned by the Emperor due to lack of adequate water supply. The marble tomb of the Saint “Salim Chisti” and the Bulland Durwaza, the highest gateway in the world, are some of the highlights of the fortress.
AGRA – Home of the world-famous TAJ MAHAL, best described as “poetry in marble’, because of its beauty, grace and exquisite workmanship. The city of Agra contains a wealth of palaces and monuments that recall the days of Mughal splendors. Overnight at your hotel.(B/D)

DAY 06: TUE - AGRA
Morning guided visit of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Taj Mahal stands serene and awesome on a raised marble platform, by the banks of the Yamuna, testifying to the timelessness of art and love. Its pure white marble shimmers silver in the soft moonlight, exudes a shell - pink glow at dawn, and at the close of the day, takes on the tawny, fiery hue of the majestic sun. Shahjahan built the monument in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the 'lady of the Taj'. It has been called the most extravagant monument ever built for the sake of love. The construction of the Taj commenced in 1631, and was completed in 1653. Workers were gathered from all over the country and from Central Asia, and about 20,000 people were recruited to translate this wild dream into a reality. Among the other monuments that Agra takes pride in is the Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. The construction of this massive structure began in 1565, under Akbar, and continued till the time of his grandson, Shahjahan. Armed with massive double walls, punctuated by four gateways, the fort houses palaces, courts, mosques, baths, gardens and gracious pavilions within its premises. Among the fascinating structures that are to be found within the fort, is the red sandstone Jehangiri Mahal built by Akbar for his Hindu queen, Jodhabai. It was one of the earliest constructions illustrating the fort's change from a military structure to a palace. Overnight at your hotel. (B/D)

DAY 07: WED - AGRA / JHANSI BY TRAIN / KHAJURAHO BY ROAD (181 KMS / 3.5 HRS)
Depart in the morning for the railway station in time to board the train to Jhansi. Assistance on arrival in Jhansi, transfer to hotel in Khajuraho.
KHAJURAHO: - Khajuraho is situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Khajuraho derives its name from the Khajur tree (the date palm tree), which can be found in abundance in the area. Once the capital of a powerful dynasty of Hindu kings called the Chandelles (959 A.D.), it is today famous for its magnificent temples, considered to be among the most vibrantly original words of Hindu architecture and Sculpture. Afternoon guided visit to the Eastern and western temples.
The fascinating temples of Khajuraho, were built between 950 and 1050 A.D. These magnificent temples are India's unique gift of love to the world. The divine sculptures in these temples are a tribute to life itself, embodying everything that is sublime and spontaneous about it. The murals depict the life and times of the Chandelas, and celebrate the erotic state of being. They not only testify to the mastery of the craftsman, but also to the extraordinary breadth of vision of the Chandela Rajputs under whose reign, these temples were constructed. Overnight at your hotel. (B/D)

DAY 08: THU - KHAJURAHO / VARANASI
Depart in the morning for the airport in time to board the flight to Varanasi.
DEPART: KHAJURAHO 12:20 PM
ARRIVE: VARANASI 1:00 PM

Assistance on arrival in Varanasi, and proceed to sightseeing in Sarnath. Varanasi (also known as Banaras) is one of the oldest living cities in the world and the ultimate pilgrimage for Hindus, who believe that to die in the city, is to attain instant salvation. Situated on the banks of the Ganga, Varanasi is the tract of Holy Land lying between the rivers Varuna and Assi. Which flow into Ganga. Varanasi is also known as Kashi, the city of light, since of the twelve "Jyotirlinga" is installed here. Sarnath - Sarnath- the buried Buddhist city-seven miles from Varanasi where Gautam Buddha delivered his first sermon in the quietness of Deer Park and set the “Wheel of Law,” is where you will visit the Sarnath Museum with the Ashoka Pillar. Evening enjoy Rikhshaw Ride and witness Aarti at banks of river Ganges. Overnight at your hotel. (B/D)

DAY 09: FRI - VARANASI / DELHI
Morning boat ride on the Holy Ganges to view the religious activity at the bathing ghats for an insight into the cultural background of India. It provides an absorbing spectacle of thousands of Hindus engaged in their ritual bathing. Visits ghats and temples on the bank of the river.

Afternoon departure transfer to the airport in time to board the flight for Delhi.
DEPART: VARANASI 3:40 PM
ARRIVE: DELHI 5:05 PM

Assistance on arrival in Delhi. Enjoy a visit to the Yoga center. Yoga is based on the eight-limbed (astanga) path of yoga outlined over 2500 years ago by the Indian sage Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras. Yoga emphasizes correct alignment and right actions, which develop flexibility, strength, stamina, and balance. See how highly experienced and certified Yoga instructors modify the classic asanas (yoga postures) for individual student with use of props such as blocks, blankets, and belts. Dinner and overnight. (B/D)

DAY 10: SAT - DEPARTURE
You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight. (B)