Cultural Tour of North - Central India

Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Cultural Tour of North-Central India unveils the great heritage of Indian subcontinent which is as old as time. Complete in itself, this eight day journey traverses around the timeless cities of Delhi, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Agra and Jaipur. Delhi, the scepter of powerful past takes a tourist into the by-lanes of delightful cuisines, magical monuments and splendid heritage. Varanasi with its sacred verses enthralls the visitor with its intricate connection with spirituality. Khajuraho forms the perfect rendition of desires in the form of carvings on temple walls. Agra epitomizes depiction of love in white in form of Taj Mahal. And in the end, Jaipur with its royal heritage of forts, palaces and lavish culture forms a great expression of Cultural tour of North Central India.

Day 01. Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival at the IGI airport, meet Incredible India tour representative for assisted transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 02. Delhi - Varanasi

After breakfast, begin a full day Delhi city tour showcasing the illustrious heritage of the city in the form of visiting Red Fort, India Gate, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar. In the evening, experience the most unforgettable moment of driving past the Presidential Palace and Parliament House of India. Thereon, transfer to the E railway station to connect the train for Varanasi. Overnight onboard.

Day 03. Arrive Varanasi

Arrive Varanasi railway station in morning and drive towards the hotel for check in. After breakfast and freshening up, begin the sightseeing of Varanasi via a visit to Bharat Mata temple, Durga Mata Temple and Banaras Hindu University. In the afternoon, begin an excursion towards Sarnath. This is a frequented pilgrim site for the Buddhists where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon and established the religion. In the evening return. If time permits, visit the ever thriving Ganga Ghats for evening Aarti worship ritual. Overnight in Varanasi.

Day 04. Varanasi - Khajuraho

Awaken your senses early morning with a special Boat ride in the river Ganga. After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board the connecting flight for Khajuraho. Khajuraho is a scintillating world heritage site known for India's most alive and sensuous sculptures. A visit to the complex illustrates the wide mindsets of medieval Hindu ancestors. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 05. Khajuraho - Orchha - Jhansi - Agra

Post breakfast; check out Khajuraho for a drive to Jhansi. Enroute visiting Orchha (180 km). The ghost town is replete with fort, palaces, temples and memorial cenotaphs or chhatris. Continue via road to Jhansi where you will board the train to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 06. Agra - Jaipur

A visit to Agra opens up another heritage chapter in the life of India. Strewn with Mughal heritage, Agra hosts plenty of Mughal monuments, forts, mosque and the ultimate tomb - Taj Mahal in its heritage. After visiting Taj Mahal in the early morning and Agra Fort post breakfast, check out Agra for an afternoon drive to Jaipur (236 Km). On arrival in Jaipur, check in the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 07. Jaipur

After breakfast at the hotel, begin an excursion to Amber Fort. Located on the city outskirts, this is a scintillating jewel of the Rajputana and a world heritage site under Hilltop forts of Rajasthan. Post this excursion, return to the city for sightseeing of Hawa Mahal / Palace of Winds, City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 08. Jaipur - Delhi Depart

After breakfast at the hotel, check out Jaipur for a drive to Delhi. Evening is free for shopping. Upon arrival, transfer to the airport to connect the flight for onward journey.