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Day 01: Delhi
The company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the night. Transfer and check-in to your hotel. Delhi, the erstwhile capital of 8 empires and now the capital of India with all the evidences of its glorious past intact along with the present. It is the kaleidoscope of the ancient, medieval and modern culture of India. Overnight at Delhi.
Day 02 Delhi:
Breakfast will be at the hotel. Proceed for a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi.
Old Delhi - A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi includes the Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and Red Fort. Enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandini Chowk.
New Delhi - A sightseeing tour of New Delhi includes a visit to the Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar. A drive along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence would end at the Diplomatic Enclave. Overnight at Delhi.
Day 03 Delhi - Jaipur:
By Road: 260 km/6 hr Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Jaipur. On arrival check-in to hotel.
Jaipur - Sawai Jai Singh II ascended the Amber throne in 1699 AD and initiated the work of constructing the city in 1727 AD, which was completed in 1731 AD. Jaipur has managed to preserve the character and history of the old city. Popularly known as the Pink City, painted in honor of the visit of the Prince of Wales. Jaipur is abundant with fascinating forts, pleasing palaces, terrific temples and luxurious gardens.Reach Jaipur and check in to hotel. Shop or relax in the evening. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 04 Jaipur:
 Breakfast at hotel.Proceed for excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur. Go up to the fort riding on the Elephant back. Man Singh I initiated the construction of the Amber Fort in 1592 AD and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I.Proceed for sightseeing of the city of Jaipur. Visit the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal.
Evening at leisure or explore the city. Overnight will be at Jaipur.
Day 05 Jaipur - Agra:
By Road-221 km/6 hr Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Agra en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri - Emperor Akbar built it as his capital city in the late 16th century. Built of red sandstone, the fort looks like poetry on stone. But it was abandoned after the completion of the city due to scarcity of water.Also visit the Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
Continue your drive to Agra and on arrival check-in at Hotel.
Agra: Akbar built the Agra Fort in 1565 AD, there establishing it as his capital. Akbar and Shah Jahan changed the entire village of Agra and transformed it into a wonderful city with some of the grand edifices. Today, Agra is famous all over the world for the Taj Mahal. The modern city of Agra remains in background amidst the crowd of the marvelous Mughal heritage. Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 06 Agra:
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing of Agra.Visit Taj Mahal, a "symbol of eternal love", Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daulla's Tomb, popularly known as the Baby Taj. Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 07 Agra - Jhansi - Orchha - Khajuraho
By Train - Breakfast will be at hotel. You will be transferred to station for train to Jhansi.
Reach Jhansi and proceed to Orchha, 12 km away.Orchha - The Bundelas founded the city on the banks of River Betwa. It is a medieval city spotted with palaces and temples of 16th and 17th century - which have resisted the onslaught of time. Visit the Fort Complex at Orchha. Enjoy your lunch at Orchha. Continue drive to Khajuraho.
Khajuraho - Situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho is a small village with dense forests of Khajur or date trees. The Chandela Dynasty credited for constructing eighty-five outstanding temples here. Of all, only twenty-two are intact as the masterpieces of Indian architectural and sculptural art. Reach Khajuraho. Transferred to hotel and relax. Evening is free to relax or stroll. Overnight will be at Khajuraho.
Day 08 Khajuraho - Varanasi:
By Air- Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for a tour of the famous temples of Khajuraho. Transfer in time to airport for flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi, you will be met and transferred to hotel. Varanasi - is the world's most ancient living city. The city is named after the two rivers Varuna and Asi that meets at the city. Varanasi is also the carpet-manufacturing place of India. Known previously as the Kashi, it means 'the City that Illuminates'. Visit Sarnath, 5 miles from of Varanasi for a day excursion. Known as the site where Buddha preached his first Sermon in 590 BC, explore the ruins of a once flourishing Buddhist monastery. Visit the Museum to see the treasure of Buddhist art and sculptures found at the site. Overnight will be at Varanasi.
Day 09 Varanasi:
Early morning drive to Daswamedha Ghat. Enjoy a boat ride on the sacred river Ganga. Walk back through the streets along the banks of Ganga. Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for a half day-guided tour of Varanasi including the Kashi Vishwanatha Temple, Gyanvapi Mosque, Banaras Hindu University and other important monuments.
Spend night at Varanasi.
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