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Delhi

Jodhpur

Agra

Varanasi

Go on a 10-day tour and visit the most popular destinations in India – Delhi, Jodhpur, Agra, and Varanasi. Discover the culture and history of India and see the famous places like the Mehrangarh Fort, the Ganges River, and the Taj Mahal. Enjoy the evening in the ghats of the Ganges in Varanasi, and learn why the river is so sacred to the Hindu culture. <h2>Itinerary</h2> Day 1: Arrive in Delhi Arrive in Delhi and transfer to the hotel. Relax and enjoy personal activities. Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing Visit Red Fort, constructed by Shah Jahan in 1639. It was the main residence of the Mughal Dynasty and is located in the city center. Made from red sandstone, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007. Head to Qutub Minar, a five-story tapering tower with a height of 73 meters. The spiral staircase in this minaret has 379 steps. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site visited by many daily. Go to Lotus Temple, famous for its flower-like shape. This place of worship is open to all and has won numerous awards, making it a prominent attraction. Overnight in train from Delhi to Jodhpur. Day 3: Arrive in Jodhpur In the morning, pick up from Jodhpur Railway Station and transfer to your hotel in Jodhpur. Head to Mehrangarh Fort, a 5 km long majestic fort on a 125 m high hill. This impressive and formidable structure has four gates approached by winding roads. Within the fort are magnificent palaces with marvelously carved panels, latticed windows, and evocative names. Visit the Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Sileh Khana, and Daulat Khana. These palaces house a fabulous collection of Indian royalty trappings, including palanquins, elephant howdahs, miniature paintings, musical instruments, and costumes. See Jaswant Thada, an imposing white marble memorial that marks the site of a royal crematorium. It houses portraits of successive rulers. The four cenotaphs here commemorate notable acts of bravery and generosity of four successive rulers. Go to Umaid Bhawan Palace, a fabulous building split between a museum and a 5-star hotel. The museum includes a small collection of vintage cars. Overnight stay in Jodhpur Hotel. Day 4: Bishnoi Village Visit Bishnoi Village and take a safari ride. Its scenic beauty is marked by Khejri trees and Guda Bishnoi Lake, a place for exotic wildlife and nature. The Bishnoi community inhabits the village and are staunch worshipers of nature. Head to Singasani Village, a nice place to join the mud handicraft makers. Have lunch with the local people before completing this half-day tour. See the Clock Tower, a popular landmark in the old city. The vibrant Sardar Market is close to the tower, and narrow alleys lead to a bazaar selling vegetables, spices, Indian sweets, textiles, silver, and handicrafts. Overnight stay in Jodhpur Hotel. Day 5: Jodhpur to Agra In the evening, pick up from Agra Railway Station and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy leisure time. Overnight stay at Agra Hotel. Day 6: Agra Sightseeing Visit the Taj Mahal, an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the southern bank of the river Yamuna in Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. Go to Agra Fort, a historical fort in Agra. It was the main residence of the Mughal emperors until 1638 when the capital shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before being captured by the British, the last Indian rulers to occupy it were the Marathas. Drop off at Agra Railway Station and take an overnight train to Varanasi. Day 7: Arrive at Varanasi Drive 14 kilometers from the city center to Ramnagar Fort. The 18th-century sandstone fort and palace no longer serve as a defensive structure but house a quirky museum brimming with vintage automobiles, elaborate hookahs, antique weapons, sedan chairs decked out in jewels, and a one-of-a-kind astronomical clock that's more than 150 years old. See Dhamek Stupa, situated 12 kilometers away in the village of Sarnath. This massive stone and brick structure is 43.6 meters tall and 28 meters in diameter. The stupa was built more than 1,500 years ago as a replacement for a structure dating back to 249 BCE. Go to Dasaswamedh Ghat and experience its lively atmosphere. Overnight stay at Varanasi Hotel. Day 8: Varanasi Sightseeing Visit Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva and known as "The Golden Temple" for its spire plated in some 800 kilograms of pure gold. Its distinctive design has inspired the architecture of hundreds of other temples across India. Head to Manikarnika Ghat to see the perpetual cremations that happen here. Hindus believe Manikarnika Ghat is one of the most auspicious places for the departed to reach moksha (emancipation from the cycle of spiritual rebirth). The funeral pyre here burns 24/7, with around 100 cremations daily. Go to Banaras Hindu University, a central part of Varanasi's identity since its inception in 1916. The well-respected public university is home to more than 25,000 students, making it one of Asia's largest residential universities. See Assi Ghat, the city's southernmost main ghat. Assi Ghat's star attraction is a Shiva lingam beneath a sacred fig tree. It draws hundreds of pilgrims daily who come to worship Lord Shiva after rinsing in the Ganges River. Watch the famous Ganga Aarti. Consider waking up early and taking a sunrise cruise along the river. Overnight stay in Varanasi Hotel. Day 9: Varanasi to Delhi Pick up from Delhi Airport and start a Delhi sightseeing tour. See Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the country. Made of red sandstone and marble, it was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds daily. The mosque's courtyard can accommodate about 25,000 people. Head to Humayun's Tomb, the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1558 and designed by Persian architects Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad. Go to the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Raj Ghat is a black marble platform with an eternal flame burning at one end, open to the sky. It is a great place to learn more about the history of the country. Stop by India Gate, a war memorial located near the Rajpath. It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the wars. The India Gate evokes an architectural style despite being a war memorial. Overnight stay at Delhi Hotel. Day 10: Departure from Delhi Visit Connaught Place, a frenetic business and financial hub centered on a ring of colonnaded Georgian-style buildings with global chain stores, vintage cinemas, bars, and Indian restaurants. Stalls at Janpath Market sell saris, embroidered bags, and trinkets. The peaceful Sikh temple Gurdwara Bangla Sahib is known for its reflecting pool, and Jantar Mantar is a 1700s observatory with huge astronomical instruments. Go to Chandni Chowk and take a Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk &amp; Khari Baoli Spice Market, a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry, and vivid saris. The narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery, and traditional Indian sweets. In the evening, drop off at Delhi Airport, Delhi Railway Station, or any desired location in Delhi.

10 – Days Delhi, Jodhpur, Agra & Varanasi Tour