Divine Heritage Streets

Enjoy breakfast to start your day of sightseeing in Delhi. A mixture of history with a taste of everyday Delhi, today’s itinerary covers all aspects of this former capital of the Mughal Empire. Stop off at the UNESCO World Heritage site, Humayun’s Tomb. Built in 1570, it is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. Then visit the magnificent Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656. After that visit the bustling Chandni Chowk – one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi. Enjoy a rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk. Have lunch at a nice restaurant. Later visit the towering Qutub Minar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 73-metre (239.5 feet) tall tapering tower of five storeys. Qutub-ud-Din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, started construction of the Qutub Minar's first storey around 1192.

Afterwards visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, one of the most prominent Sikh temples, or Sikh house of worship in Delhi and known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan. There is also a sacred pool inside its complex, known as the "Sarovar."

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, check out from the hotel & head towards Agra. Welcome to the city of Wonder… because it’s the place of Taj Mahal – one of the seven wonders of the world. Pictures of Taj Mahal don’t do complete justice to its magnificence. It’s an epitome and symbol of love. You got to be here to feel your jaws drop. Agra used to be the historic capital of the Mughal Empire.

Reach Agra by afternoon. Have lunch at a nice restaurant. Check-in at the hotel and freshen up. In the late afternoon visit Agra Fort, a historical fort, which remained the main residence of the Mughal emperors till 1638. Walking through courtyard after courtyard of this palatial red-sandstone and marble fortress, your amazement keeps growing as you hear about the history of this fort from the guide. In the evening visit the local market to get the true essence of Agra city.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Agra.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Early in the morning, visit the majestic Taj Mahal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) built by Shah Jahan in 1632 in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel, and head towards the Pink City - Jaipur, famous for its broad avenues, massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and royal culture.  On the way visit Chand Baori (Step Well), one of the oldest and most attractive stepwells in Rajasthan. It was built during the 8th and 9th centuries and has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20m to the bottom of the well.

Reach Jaipur by evening. Check-in at the hotel and freshen up. In the evening have a guided walk tour of the famous Pink City markets. Jaipur is also known as the shopper’s paradise. Jaipur's colorful markets offer a great break to stop and shop on your tour. Take in the glint and sparkle of the rows of shops selling hand-crafted bangles and other decoration items. While moving through the markets, you will come across the vivacious culture of this region.

 Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.

Meals: Breakfast

Have a sumptuous breakfast and then set out for exploring the best attractions of Jaipur. Visit Hawa Mahal ("Palace of Winds"), a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while unseen from the outside. Then visit Jantar Mantar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). It is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments, built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh, and completed in 1738 CE. Afterward, visit the City Palace. Built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh during the years 1729 to 1732, the vast complex of the palace occupied one-seventh of the walled city. The palace is divided into a series of courtyards, buildings, and gardens.

Afterward visit Albert Hall Museum, built-in 1876 as a concert hall. The museum gets its name from the Victoria and Albert Museum of London, because of the similarity of architecture. The museum showcases artifacts and ancient artworks along with budding artists’ masterpieces. Then visit Galtaji Temple (AKA Monkey Temple), a large Hindu temple complex that lies 10km to the east of Jaipur. These temples are a popular tourist attraction as they are home to a large colony of monkeys. Galta Ji Jaipur is a unique Hindu temple as it is centered around a natural spring that has been channeled to fill seven large pools.

Later in the evening enjoy dinner at a nice restaurant. The overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After a delectable breakfast, visit the renowned forts of Jaipur. Stop by Jal Mahal, a palace in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur city. It was built in the 17th century. Then visit the grand Amer Fort (or Amber Fort), also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the principal tourist attraction in Jaipur and the current structure was built during the late 16th century by Rajput Kings. This magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, built from pale yellow and pink sandstone, and white marble, and is divided into four main sections, each with its own courtyard.

Afterward, visit Jaigarh Fort. Perched on a hilltop, Jaigarh Fort offers panoramic views of the surroundings. It was built in 1726 AD by Sawan Jai Singh II. It houses the world's largest cannon on the wheels called 'Jaivana Cannon'. Made with the purpose of protecting Amer Fort, Jaigarh Fort is considered the strongest monument of Jaipur. In the evening visit Nahargarh Fort, which provides a beautiful bird's eye view of the entire Jaipur city.

Later reach back at the hotel. The overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast check out from the hotel, and transfer to Jaipur Airport. Take your flight for Varanasi. Also known at various times in history as Kashi (City of Life) and Benares, this is one of the world's oldest continually inhabited cities and is regarded as one of Hinduism's seven holy cities. Pilgrims come to the Ghats lining the River Ganges here to wash away a lifetime of sins in the sacred waters or to cremate their loved ones.

A private car will pick you up from Varanasi Airport and transfer you to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and relax. In the evening explore the old city and stroll along the Ghats. Exploring the Ghats is one of the best things to do in Varanasi. The city has almost a hundred Ghats, the steps of each leading the banks of the River Ganges. These are bathing Ghats and praying Ghats. Each Ghat is associated with some legend or mythologies. Also, attend the mesmerizing evening aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Varanasi.

Meals: Breakfast

Start your day with the early morning boat ride on the Ganges River. Rowing boat rides during the dawn is perhaps one of the best things to do in Varanasi. Witness the daily rituals. The best time to enjoy a boat ride on the Ganges River is from 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM. This is when the color and clamor of the place will enthrall you.

After breakfast, morning at your leisure. In the noon, head out for the tour to Sarnath, one of the holiest Buddhist sites. Located around 10 km from the Hindu holy city of Varanasi, it is the site of the deer park where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma after his enlightenment. Visit the Dhamekha Stupa where the voice of Buddhism was first heard and many Buddhist dignitaries visit to pay homage to Buddha.  Later during the day visit the famous silk market of Varanasi. Varanasi silk is famous all over India and abroad.

Reach back at the hotel. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Varanasi.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. A private car will drop you at Varanasi Airport. Board your flight for Amritsar. Founded in 1577 by the fourth Sikh guru, Ram Das, Amritsar is home to Sikhism’s holiest shrine, the spectacular Golden Temple, one of India’s most serene and humbling sights.

A private car will pick you from Amritsar Airport and transfer you to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and relax. Later in the evening visit the famous Golden Temple in the evening, which looks great in the evening lights.  It is the holiest Gurdwara and the most important pilgrimage site of Sikhism.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Amritsar.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, head out for local sightseeing tour of Amritsar. Start the sightseeing with a second visit to Golden Temple, then visit Lal Mata Temple, a sacred Hindu temple dedicated to a 20th-century female saint, Lal Devi. The temple is adorned with colorful mirror hallways with lights. Popularly known as Sheesh Mahal of Amritsar, it is famous among the Hindu pilgrims for its miraculous powers.

Later, visit the Jallianwala Bagh which is a memorial for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre of April 13th, 1919. Then head out for the Traditional Punjabi Village Tour. Get an insight into the village life and rural culture of Panjab state.

In the late afternoon head out to visit Wagah Border, particularly known for the elaborate Wagah Border ceremony that happens at the border gate between India & Pakistan, two hours before sunset each day.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Amritsar.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Private car will drop you at Amritsar Airport. Board your return flight for Delhi.

Private car will pick you from Delhi Airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. After refreshing head out for Delhi sightseeing. The evening will be at your leisure.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head towards Delhi Airport.

Bid farewell with the memories of an amazing fun-filled 12 days trip through the Holy Varanasi, Amritsar, and Golden Triangle worth remembering for a lifetime!

Meals: Breakfast