North India Highlights
The North India, strategically, most important part of India has shaped the course of India’s historical and cultural evolution over the last 3500 years. The three main religions – Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism; the origin of sacred river Ganga, Yamuna and sources of many other important rivers are in northern India. The mighty Himalayas from Himachal Pradesh to Arunachal Pradesh safeguarding the country are also part of the northern India.
Itinerary:
Day 01 : Drive from Delhi to Mandawa, the heart of Rajasthan’s “Shekhavati” area with painted frescoes and ornate havelis.
Day 02 : Walking tour of Mandawa followed by a camel ride to surrounding villages.
Day 03 : Transfer to the secluded village of Samode. Stay at the Samode , India’s most beautiful heritage hotel.
Day 04 : Short drive to Jaipur, popularly known as the Pink City. City tour in the afternoon.
Day 05 : Visit of the splendid Amber Fort. Rest of the day at leisure in Jaipur.
Day 06 : Drive to Sarika Palace.Jeep Safari to Sariska Tiger Sanctuary.
Day 07 : Drive to Bharatpur. Vsiit of Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary. Continue to Agra.
Day 08 : In Agra visit of Taj Mahal, Red fort, Itimad-ud-daulah and Fatehpur Sikri.
Day 09 : Day at leisure in Agra. In the evening, check in sleeping train to Varanasi.
Day 10 : Arrival in Varanasi . Rest of the day at leisure in Varanasi
Day 11 : Early in the morning boat trip on the Ganges. City tour of Varanasi and Sarnath.
Day 12 : A free day to explore Varanasi. One of the most important pilgrimages sites in India. Board sleeping train to Delhi.
Day 13 : Arrival in Delhi and departure transfer.
