DELHI | EXPLORING IMPERIAL CITY

After leisurely breakfast visit to Old Delhi, was an ancient walled city. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1650 switched the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Shah Jahan possessing an exquisite talent, especially in architecture, created the seventh city and in the process brought about Delhi's glorious renaissance. Here you will see Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. The fort is Shah Jahan's symbol of power and elegance, built behind red sandstone walls. Its main gate (Lahore Gate) faces Chandni Chowk, take a Cycle Rickshaw Puller Ride through the narrow streets of Delhi's bazaar for an incredible insight into the lives of the millions of people who live in the city. As your Rickshaw ride travel towards bustling bazaar of Chandni Chowk, you will be immersed in real India, if you peer through a portico you may see a man getting shaved, silver being weighed, or any other conceivable form of intense commerce.

After Lunch proceed for New Delhi- Lutyens designed an "Imperial City" having palatial-sized buildings set amid broad tree-lined avenues punctuated by Mughal style gardens, complete with fountains and shallow pools. It took 20 years to complete this immense undertaking only to have the British pack up and relinquish the subcontinent in 1947. You will visit two monuments from Delhi's past - Humayun's Tomb, Your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House.

VARANASI | WORLD OLDEST CITY

After breakfast fly to Varanasi: one of the oldest cities in the world. Also known as Banaras, this city has been the center of the Hindu faith for all of recorded history. Kashi, Banaras or Varanasi is the oldest living city in the History of Mankind. For more than two thousand years, people have been coming from different states of India to Varanasi with their cultural heritage & lineage. This amalgamation of Oriental cultures and life styles of west made this colossal city a panorama.
Later visit Sarnath – 10 kms from the holy city of Varanasi, is the blessed locale where more than 2,500 years ago Buddha chose to deliver his first sermon, after attaining Nirvana. Gautam Buddha with his five disciples formed the first Sangha along with Yasa of Varanasi and his 54 friends. The beginning of the celebrated Mantra, “Buddham Sharanam Gachhami” owes its origin to Sarnath. The three jewels “I go for refuge to the Buddha, I go for refuge to the Wheel of Law, and I go for refuge to the Sangha” first laid down here, have remained unchanged ever since. Hence rightly, every Buddhist Pilgrim after Bodhgaya endeavors to be blessed with a visit to Sarnath in his lifetime. Evening witness “aarti” on the sacred Ganges Aarti can watch at Dashawedh Ghat, Chanted prayers and rhythmic drumming fill the air as you watch lantern-bearing priests bid the gods and goddesses a restful slumber. Overnight stay

VARANASI & KHAJURAHO | PRIVATE SUNRISE RIVER CRUISE

Rise early morning enjoy the Sunrise Boat excursion on the Holy River Ganges to see the bathing Ghats and crimination sites. Watching local people bathing and worshiping at the Ghats is one of the most extraordinary experiences of a visit to India. Relax some time in hotel. Then fly to Khajuraho – the temples of Khajuraho represent some of the most exquisite specimens of Hindu architecture and sculpture in medieval India. Built between 950 AD and 1050 Ad, only 22 temples out of 85 now survive. A thousand years ago, the robust Chandela of the warrior Rajput clan lived and loved here, fought and triumphed and having reached the peak of their power, built temples to their gods with all the religious fervor of a virile race. Visit the temples of Indo-Aryan architectural style, built between 950 and 1050, by the Chandelas Rajpoute clan, in honor of the gods. Overnight at Khajuraho

PANNA NATIONAL PARK | TIGER TRACKING

Rise early this morning for a game drive in Panna National Park aboard a four-wheel-drive vehicle, spotting crocodiles or perhaps the elusive Bengal tiger. Learn how a successful conservation program has grown the park’s tiger population, increasing the odds of a sighting. Return to the hotel for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before returning to your hotel for dinner. Overnight stay

AGRA | MONUMENT OF LOVE THE TAJ MAHAL

After breakfast country side drive to Jhansi station to board the express train to Mughal city Agra Check in to your luxury hotel and catch your first glimpse of the Taj Mahal through your window. Overnight stay in luxury hotel

AGRA | MONUMENTS OF EMPERORS

Rise early morning and visit the UNSCO heritage site Taj Mahal – The New 7 wonder of the world and Monument of Love in the and watch its surface subtly shift in color, as the setting sun bathes it in a soft orange glow. In the warm glow of Sunrise, which was built in 1630 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Proceed to Agra Fort, a 16th-century Mughal monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site where Sha Jahan was once held prisoner. Following afternoon leisure time, see the incomparable Taj Mahal at sunset, when it is awash in different hues.

JAIPUR | THE PINK CITY

After breakfast drive to Jaipur through the Rajasthani countryside we see villages, woman dressed in the brilliantly colored saris of the region, Camels, Elephants & scenes of rural lives. Upon arrival check in your hotel, Jaipur – the former residence of Maharajah of Jaipur
After lunch visit to Maharaja’s City Palace -where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art, The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, an armory of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 A.D.), Overnight stay

JAIPUR | DESIGN YOUR DAY

After breakfast visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a five storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires and Birla White Marble temple  proceed to explore visit the 17th century fortress of Amber Fort - UNESCO World Heritage Site marvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. Go up the fort ascended on Caparisoned Elephant true to the style of the Maharajas of the past. The interiors of the fort have various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory, mirror and glasswork complemented by exquisite wall paintings.
This afternoon, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities:

Visit the Gyan Museum, exploring its private collection of antiques and art.

Discover the Bazaars of Jaipur, taking in the vibe of local life and shopping for keepsakes from your journey. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Overnight stayat hotel

PUSHKAR | A VIBRANT FAIR

Early this morning, drive to the otherwise quiet, secluded desert town of Pushkar, sharing the road with camels, trucks, cattle, water buffalo and rickshaws as you approach. Spend the next two days experiencing the bustling the famous Pushkar fair is an annual spectacle, which takes place in November at the time of the full moon. When tracers and Pilgrims folk to the desert around the Pushkar lake. The mood is festive thought with event like camel racing. Upon arrival Check in Pushkar

Pushkar fair a colorful whirl of activity drawing people from all around the globe. See painted and adorned camels and cattle being traded; peruse stalls selling camel tassels and woven gypsy dowry bags; and witness Hindu devotees as they throng the ghats around Pushkar Lake in order to bathe, cleanse their sins and attain a place in heaven.

UDAIPUR | ROMANTIC CITY OF LAKES

Today drive to Udaipur, stopping for lunch en route. Continue to Udaipur and check in to your romantic hotel.

UDAIPUR | CRUISE TO JAG MANDIR

Today Sightseeing of Udaipur includes The City Palace, enter through Hathi Pol (elephant gate) and pass the Jagdish temple vishnuite built by Maharana Jagat Singh I in 1651 the temple enshrines a black stone image of Lard Vishnu. There is a brass image of Garuda the Lord Bird carrier. The exterior and the plinth are covered with base relief of alligators; elephants, horsemen and celestial musicians rise in tiers. Continue to the Crystal Gallery, City Palace – this is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, construction of which was started by Udai Singh. This white marble architectural marvel, standing majestically on a hill is surrounded by crenellated walls. This huge edifice 30.4 meters high and 244 meters long was added on to, by later rulers, but the additions are so well planned and integrated, it is difficult to believe that it was not conceived as complete structure, Visit to Sahelion-ki-Bari or “Garden of the Maids of Honour” was laid out for a group of forty-eight young women attendants who accompanied a princess to Udaipur as part of dowry, Stop at a local miniature painting workshop as well as the Mayur Arts store. Later, take a private cruise to Jag Mandir, a palace on an island in placidly beautiful Lake Pichola. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.

MUMBAI | BUSTLING ENVIRONS

Fly in the morning to the cosmopolitan city of Mumbai, India’s bustling, vibrant commercial capital of Maharashtra. After checking in to your hotel, you may see the city at leisure or simply relax.

MUMBAI | EXPLORE CITY

The next morning, explore the city’s classic sites, beginning with the Gateway of India, an 85-foot-high arch with a design that reflects India’s Muslim and Hindu traditions. Visit the Prince of Wales Museum and Mani Bhawan, a museum dedicated to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhi. Next, see the Dhobi Ghat, the largest open-air laundry in the world and a wonderfully colorful spectacle to behold.

DEPART MUMBAI

Say good bye to this fascinating unforgettable memorable tour in time transfer to airport to board the flight for onward destination