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Discover India on this private 10-day journey combining iconic landmarks, living culture, traditional arts, wildlife and spirituality. Explore Old and New Delhi, watch the sunset over Jaipur from Nahargarh Fort, visit magnificent forts and palaces, create your own souvenir during a hands-on block-printing workshop, and enjoy a cooking experience and dinner with a local family. Visit Chand Baori and Agra Fort before experiencing the Taj Mahal at sunrise and meeting artisans practicing marble inlay and Zardozi embroidery. Continue to the UNESCO-listed temples of Khajuraho and enjoy a private jeep safari in Panna Tiger Reserve. End your journey in spiritual Varanasi, where you'll witness the Ganga Aarti from privately arranged chairs, take a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, explore the ancient city and visit sacred Sarnath.
What's Included
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
From Delhi Airport, your hotel or other desired location in Delhi, Gurugram (Gurgaon), Noida or Ghaziabad
Drop-off at Varanasi Airport, Hotel or other desired location in Varanasi
Itinerary
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1
Meet our representative at Delhi International Airport at any time according to your flight arrival and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel. Hotel standard check-in time is approximately 2:00 PM. Guests arriving on an early-morning flight who require immediate room occupancy should reserve accommodation from the previous night at an additional cost. Spend some time relaxing after your journey before beginning your first experience of India.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Swaminarayan Akshardham
Visit one of Delhi's most impressive modern Hindu temple complexes, renowned for its intricate stone carvings, monumental architecture and peaceful surroundings. Sahaj Anand Water Show - Within Akshardham Temple complex experience an evening multimedia presentation combining fountains, projections, lights, music, fire and storytelling. Monday Alternative – Birla Mandir & Aarti Ceremony Akshardham is closed on Mondays. Instead, visit Birla Mandir (Lakshmi Narayan Temple) and experience the evening Aarti prayer ceremony. Important: The evening programme is subject to the guest's flight arrival time. Late-arriving guests will be transferred directly to the hotel.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Jama Masjid
Begin with Old Delhi before discovering the broad avenues, monuments and architectural landmarks of New Delhi. Jama Masjid - One of India's largest historic mosques, built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Old Delhi Rickshaw Ride
Ride through the narrow, energetic lanes of Old Delhi, passing traditional markets, food stalls, shops and centuries-old neighbourhoods.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Red Fort
Red Fort Photo Stop - Enjoy an exterior/photo stop at the imposing red-sandstone Mughal fortress constructed during Shah Jahan's reign.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Raj Ghat
Visit the peaceful memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. The simple black-marble platform marks the site of his cremation and is surrounded by landscaped gardens.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Visit one of Delhi's most important Sikh places of worship and learn about Sikh traditions and the community kitchen that serves free meals to visitors.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
8India Gate
See New Delhi's monumental war memorial and the impressive ceremonial avenue surrounding it.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Parliament House (Pass by)
This circular, colonnaded building, designed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, was where the 1947 handover of power from Britain to the newly independent India took place, and parliament still meets here.
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(Pass by)
Rashtrapati Bhavan or President House is an official residence of the President of India. Formerly home to the British Viceroy, the President’s House has 340 rooms, with 2.5km of corridors, and it's fascinating to take a peek inside.
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9Humayun's Tomb
Explore this UNESCO-listed Mughal garden tomb, an important architectural predecessor to the Taj Mahal.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
10Qutub Minar
Visit the UNESCO-listed medieval complex dominated by its soaring 12th-century minaret.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
11Jaipur
After breakfast, drive by private air-conditioned vehicle from Delhi to Jaipur. Approximate driving time: 4–5 hours. Check into your Jaipur hotel and enjoy some time to relax.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
12Nahargarh Fort
In the late afternoon, drive to Nahargarh Fort, dramatically positioned on the Aravalli Hills overlooking Jaipur. Explore parts of the historic fort and watch the setting sun over the sprawling Pink City of Jaipur. Return to the hotel after sunset.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
13Amber fort
After an early breakfast, meet your private guide and enjoy a full day combining Jaipur's royal heritage with two immersive cultural experiences. Amber Fort - Explore Jaipur's magnificent hilltop fortress, famous for its grand courtyards, ornate gateways, mirror work and fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
14Jal Mahal
Photo stop at the picturesque Water Palace, seemingly floating in the middle of Man Sagar Lake.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
15City Palace of Jaipur
Visit the former royal residence of Jaipur's rulers, featuring beautiful courtyards, gateways, museums and royal collections.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
16Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
Discover the UNESCO-listed 18th-century astronomical observatory and its remarkable collection of monumental scientific instruments.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
17Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind
Photo stop at Jaipur's famous Palace of Winds, known for its extraordinary pink façade containing hundreds of small windows.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
18Jaipur Block Printing
Meet skilled local artisans and learn the centuries-old Rajasthani technique of hand block printing. Rather than simply watching a demonstration, create your own printed textile piece, such as a scarf, tote bag or napkin, using traditional carved wooden blocks and take your creation home as a personal souvenir.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
19Jaipur
Optional Artisan Experience - Guests interested in Jaipur's traditional crafts may visit selected artisans working with textiles, gemstones, carpets and handicrafts. There is no obligation to purchase anything.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
20Jaipur Cooking Experience
Traditional Indian Cooking Experience & Dinner with a Local Family - In the evening, visit a local family home for an intimate introduction to Indian food and everyday culture. Learn about commonly used Indian spices and ingredients, participate in preparing traditional dishes and enjoy the freshly prepared dinner together with your hosts.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
21Chand Baori, Abhaneri
After breakfast, depart Jaipur for Agra. En route, visit the extraordinary Chand Baori at Abhaneri. Built over a thousand years ago, this remarkable stepwell features thousands of geometrically arranged steps descending deep into the earth, creating one of India's most striking architectural sights. Continue to Agra.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
22Agra
Upon arrival in Agra, check into your hotel and relax.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
23Agra Fort
Explore the UNESCO-listed Agra Fort, the former imperial residence of several Mughal emperors. Walk through its palaces, courtyards and audience halls while learning about the dramatic history of the Mughal Empire and Shah Jahan's final years. Special Friday Arrangement: The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday. If your Agra sightseeing schedule falls on a Thursday and the planned sunrise Taj Mahal visit would therefore fall on Friday, the itinerary will be adjusted. You will visit the Taj Mahal at sunset on Thursday instead of Agra Fort, offering a beautiful opportunity to experience the monument in the warm evening light. The Agra Fort visit will be moved to the following morning after breakfast.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
24Ganeshi Lall Emporium
Zardozi Embroidery Experience - Discover another of Agra's traditional crafts—Zardozi, an elaborate form of hand embroidery historically associated with India's royal courts. See skilled artisans create intricate patterns using metallic threads and traditional techniques. Shopping during artisan visits is entirely optional and there is no obligation to purchase.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
25Sunrise At The Taj Mahal
Visit the Taj Mahal at the most atmospheric time of day. Watch the changing morning light illuminate the white marble mausoleum while your private guide explains the remarkable love story, architecture and craftsmanship behind Shah Jahan's masterpiece. Return to the hotel for breakfast.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
26Kalakriti
Marble Inlay Art Experience - Meet local artisans and discover the traditional Pietra Dura marble-inlay technique used to decorate the Taj Mahal. Watch craftsmen shape tiny pieces of semi-precious stone and carefully set them into marble to create intricate floral patterns. The demonstration is optional, and there is no obligation to purchase anything.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
27Khajuraho
Early afternoon, depart Agra for Khajuraho by private vehicle. Upon arrival at Khajuraho check to the hotel. Approximate driving time: 6–7 hours.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
28Khajuraho Temples
Khajuraho UNESCO Temples - After breakfast, take a private guided tour of Khajuraho's celebrated temple complex. Built primarily between the 10th and 12th centuries, the temples are renowned for their exceptional architecture, detailed stone sculptures and artistic representation of spiritual and everyday life. Explore the most important temples of the Western Group with your private guide.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Private Jeep Safari – Panna Tiger Reserve - In the afternoon, travel to Panna Tiger Reserve for an exciting private jeep safari accompanied by the required forest personnel/naturalist arrangements. Explore the reserve's forests, grasslands and riverine landscapes while looking for wildlife such as deer, antelope, monkeys, crocodiles and numerous bird species—with the possibility of encountering the magnificent Bengal tiger or leopard. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Return to Khajuraho after the safari.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
30Varanasi
Transfer to Khajuraho Airport for your flight to Varanasi. Flight Duration: Approximately 45 minutes Upon arrival, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Khajuraho–Varanasi Flight: Flight schedules and operating days are determined by the airline and may change. The itinerary may be adjusted if the direct flight is unavailable on the selected travel date.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
31Ganga Aarti
In the evening, proceed to the banks of the sacred River Ganges to witness one of India's most memorable spiritual ceremonies. Privately arranged chairs will be provided so you can comfortably witness the ceremony. Watch Hindu priests perform the elaborate Ganga Aarti with large brass lamps, incense, chanting, bells and devotional music as thousands of worshippers gather along the riverfront. Return to your hotel.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
32Ganges River
Begin early for one of the signature experiences of the entire journey. Sunrise Private Boat Ride on the Ganges - Cruise along the sacred Ganges as Varanasi awakens. From the river, observe pilgrims performing morning prayers and ritual bathing while the first sunlight illuminates the historic ghats and temples lining the waterfront.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
33Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple)
Visit the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most sacred Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Located near the banks of the holy Ganges River, this ancient temple attracts millions of pilgrims each year and is considered one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas of India. Experience the spiritual atmosphere of Varanasi as you explore this important center of Hindu faith and devotion.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
34Banaras Hindu University
Post breakfast, Visit one of Asia's largest residential universities and explore its impressive campus, cultural landmarks, and temples.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
35Bharat Mata Temple
See the unique Bharat Mata Temple, dedicated not to a deity but to Mother India, featuring a remarkable marble relief map of the Indian subcontinent.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
36Monkey Temple (Durga Temple)
Visit this important Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, known for its distinctive red color and the monkeys that inhabit the surrounding area.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
37Sarnath
Visit one of Buddhism's most sacred pilgrimage destinations, where Gautama Buddha is traditionally believed to have delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Explore the important archaeological and Buddhist sites and learn about Sarnath's place in Buddhist history. Return to Varanasi.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
38Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. At the appropriate time, your private driver will transfer you to Varanasi Airport according to your departing flight schedule. Tour Ends
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Arrive Delhi | Akshardham Temple & Water Show
Old & New Delhi Private Sightseeing
Delhi to Jaipur | Nahargarh Fort Sunset
Jaipur Sightseeing, Block Printing & Local Family Cooking Experience
Jaipur to Agra | Chand Baori & Agra Fort
Taj Mahal Sunrise, Traditional Artisans & Drive to Khajuraho
Khajuraho Temples & Panna Tiger Reserve Safari
Fly Khajuraho to Varanasi | Evening Ganga Aarti
Sunrise Ganges Boat Ride, Ancient Varanasi & Sarnath
Varanasi Departure
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You must confirm and obtain any visa requirements to enter India. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler.
- Mandatory Gala Dinner on X-mas and New Year Eve at hotel of stay is not included and will be charged extra.
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You must confirm and obtain any visa requirements to enter India. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler.
- Mandatory Gala Dinner on X-mas and New Year Eve at hotel of stay is not included and will be charged extra.
- Delhi Arrival: Airport pickup is available according to the guest's flight arrival time. Standard hotel check-in is approximately 2:00 PM. Guests arriving early in the morning who require immediate room access should book the hotel from the previous night at an additional cost.
- Day 1 Evening Programme: The Akshardham visit and water show depend on the guest's flight arrival time and the attraction's operating schedule. Guests arriving too late to comfortably undertake the programme will be transferred directly to the hotel.
- Monday in Delhi: Akshardham Temple is closed on Mondays. The programme will instead include Birla Mandir and an opportunity to witness the evening Aarti ceremony.
- Taj Mahal: Taj Mahal sunrise or sunset visit is subject to clear weather conditions.
- Panna Tiger Reserve Safari: Panna Tiger Reserve has both core and buffer safari zones. The main core zones—Madla, Hinouta and Akola Core—normally operate from October through June and remain closed to tourism during the monsoon period from July through September. Buffer zones, including Jinna and Akola Buffer, are generally open throughout the year. For tours operating during the core-zone closure period, the safari will therefore be arranged in an available buffer zone, subject to weather conditions, permit availability and current Forest Department regulations. Safari zones are allotted/confirmed according to availability and park regulations. Wildlife sightings occur in a natural environment, and sightings of tigers, leopards or any particular species cannot be guaranteed.
- Wednesday Safari: Core zones of Panna Tiger Reserve remain closed for the Wednesday afternoon safari. If the scheduled safari falls on a Wednesday, the programme may be adjusted to a morning safari or an available buffer-zone safari, subject to permits, weather conditions and Forest Department regulations.
- Safari Documentation: Guests should provide the passport copies of all travelers well in advance for wildlife safari and domestic flight reservations and must carry their original passport during the safari where required.
- Khajuraho–Varanasi Flight: Flight schedules and operating days are determined by the airline and may change. The itinerary may be adjusted if the direct flight is unavailable on the selected travel date.
- Ganges Boat Ride: The boat ride is subject to river level, weather and local authority regulations. In unsafe conditions, the boat ride may be cancelled.
- Shopping: Visits to artisan centres or shops are completely optional. Guests who do not wish to shop can inform the guide, and no shopping stops will be made.
- Physical Requirements: This tour involves walking at monuments, temples, forts, ghats and archaeological sites. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.
- Clothing: Modest clothing is recommended when visiting temples, mosques, Sikh places of worship and other religious sites. Guests may be required to remove shoes and/or cover their heads at certain places of worship.
- The exact order of sightseeing may occasionally change because of weather, traffic, monument closures, airline schedules, forest regulations or other operational considerations without reducing the overall tour experience.
- Complimentary pickup is provided from Delhi International or Domestic Airport according to your arriving flight on Day 1.
- After booking, please provide your airline, flight number, arrival date and scheduled arrival time.
- Our representative will meet you in the airport arrivals area after you have completed immigration, baggage collection and customs formalities.
- If you are already staying in Delhi, pickup can alternatively be arranged from your hotel in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida or Ghaziabad.
- Our prices are based on twin-sharing accommodation. For bookings with an odd number of travelers, one room will be provided as a triple-sharing room (one double/twin room with one extra bed), with the remaining rooms on a twin-sharing basis. Guests who prefer a separate room instead of triple-sharing accommodation may do so by paying the applicable single room supplement.
- A triple room generally consists of one double or twin room with an additional rollaway bed. The size and comfort of an extra bed may differ from a standard hotel bed.
- Typical vehicle allocation: 1–2 travelers: air-conditioned Sedan car | 3-4 travelers: air-conditioned SUV car or MPV | 5 or more travelers: air-conditioned minivan | Larger groups: Air-conditioned minibus or coach.
- Guests carrying oversized luggage, wheelchairs, strollers, sports equipment or an unusually large number of bags must inform the operator before booking. An upgraded vehicle may be required at an additional cost.
- Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
- No refund will be provided for voluntarily unused accommodation, meals, sightseeing, transportation, guides, flights or other confirmed services after the tour has begun.
- Taj Mahal Friday Closure: The Taj Mahal remains closed to visitors every Friday. If the scheduled Taj Mahal visit falls on a Friday, the Agra programme will be adjusted accordingly. Guests arriving in Agra on Thursday will visit the Taj Mahal at sunset on Thursday in place of Agra Fort. The following morning, after breakfast, the tour will continue with a guided visit to Agra Fort, followed by the remaining programme as scheduled.
- Our team provides 24/7 local support throughout your journey to ensure a smooth and enjoyable travel experience.
- Private Tour: This is a private tour/activity. Only your party will participate in the private sightseeing and transportation portions, except where park, airport, religious-site or other local regulations require shared/public arrangements.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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