11Days Glimpse of India
Price from NZD 3050 / AUD 2745 per person on twin sharing basis / Domestic flights from NZD 450 / AUD 405 per person
Delhi – Jaipur – Agra – Gwalior – Orcha – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi
This tour is a true introduction to the heritage of North India and will take you to the country’s most popular sights. Start in the lively capital, Delhi, with the tree-lined boulevards of Lutyen’s New Delhi and the hustle and bustle of the Old City. Explore the Pink City of Jaipur, with its stately forts, sprawling palaces and colourful bazaars. Proceed to Agra, once the seat of the Mughal Empire, and known for its majestic Taj Mahal. Visit amazing Baterwara temples in Morena, followed by a visit to old temples in Orchha which is located on the river Betwa. Then to the Khajuraho to visit World Heritage-listed temples. Lastly, be smitten by the scenic splendour of the spiritual heart of India, Varanasi.
Tour Highlights: Delhi City tour, Taj Mahal, Jaipur City Tour, Khajuraho Temples, Aarti on Ganges in Varanasi
Day 01: Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel.
Day 02: Delhi (B)
Morning tour of Old Delhi visiting Jama Mosque, Red Fort and take a rickshaw ride through fabled Chandni Chowk. Afternoon visit to New Delhi visiting Humayun’s tomb, drive past Government Buildings, Connaught Place, Presidents House and India Gate.
Day 03: Delhi - Jaipur (B)
You will depart for Jaipur and afternoon explores the colourful bazaars of Jaipur.
Day 04: Jaipur (B)
Today visit the hilltop Amber Fort with its picturesque Sheesh Mahal. The afternoon city tour takes you to Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), the Observatory-Jantar Mantar and City Palace.
Day 05: Jaipur – Agra (B)
Leave for Agra visiting en route Fatehpur Sikri, the mysterious fortified ‘ghost city’. This afternoon you will visit the Agra Fort.
Day 06: Agra – Morena – Gwalior (B)
Visit the beautiful Taj Mahal, a monument of love. Later Drive to Morena to visit Bateswara Temple. Following the drive to Gwalior.
Day 07: Gwalior (B)
Today you will do a half day sightseeing tour of Gwalior and visit the Gwalior fort, which is also called Gibraltar of India. The tour will also be cover Mansingh Palace, A Sas- Bahu temple, Teli-Ka-Mandir & Jain sculptures and Jai Vilas Palace Museum.
Day 08: Gwalior – Orcha (B)
Early morning you will leave Gwalior to drive to Orcha. Orchard city is located at the ghats of the river Betwa, on the way visit old temples and palaces in Orcha.
Day 09: Orcha – Khajuraho (B)
Drive to Khajuraho this morning. Check in at the hotel in Khajuraho and then take an afternoon tour of Khajuraho which has three groups of World Heritage-listed temples.
Day 10: Khajuraho – Varanasi (B)
Transfer to Khajuraho airport to connect flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival check in and relax. Evening witness Aarti on the Ganges, the sacred “light ceremony”, on the riverbanks of Mother Ganges.
Day 11: Varanasi – Delhi (B)
Embark on a serene morning boat journey along the Yamuna River, followed by transfer to Varanasi airport for your flight to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you can either connect to your onward flight or consider extending your stay in India by selecting from our range of additional tours.
Included: Accommodation for 10 nights, private car/driver for the round-trip, sightseeing as indicated, local guides and entrance fees
Departs: Daily (Taj is closed on Fridays)