Classical India (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Khajuraho, Varanasi according to the program).

Day 1. Departure to Delhi (International flight).

Arrival in Delhi on a regular flight of one of the international airlines. After going through the formalities and collecting luggage at the New Delhi airport (Terminal-3), meeting with a representative of our company. A traditional Indian Swagat greeting awaits you with a garland of flowers. Delhi is the capital of modern India. Many dynasties and rulers have prospered in his royal land in the past three thousand years. Their legacy still lives on in many monuments, from the 13th century mausoleum of the Kings of Lodi to buildings of the British Empire such as the Houses of Parliament or the Presidential Palace. After greeting, transfer and accommodation at the hotel. Short rest.

Day 2. Delhi - Jaipur (260 km - 6 hours)

After breakfast, meet your guide and depart for a half-day sightseeing tour of Delhi, starting with a tour of Akshardham Temple, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar. Next, transfer to Jaipur, the colorful capital of Rajasthan. Upon arrival, accommodation at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day 3. Jaipur.

Early morning after breakfast departure to Amber Fort (11km), since 1037. by 1728 which was the capital of the brave Rajputs. Ascent on elephants to the fort, located on a hill, a tour of the fort. Later visit City Palace, Birla Temple, Jantar Mantar Observatory and Palace of the Winds. Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day 4. Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (260km - 6 hours)

After an early breakfast, around 09:00, departure to Agra. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece built in sandstone, with the stunning elegance of its palaces and surrounding areas. Upon arrival in Agra, accommodation at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Agra.

Day 5 Agra - Mathura - Vrindavan - Agra (60 km - 1 hour, one way)

Day 6. Agra (Shatabdi Ex train, time 08:00 / 10:30) - Jhansi - Khajuraho (166 km - 5 hours), via Orchha.

After breakfast, at 07:30, transfer to the railway station, departure by train to Jhansi. Upon arrival, meet at Jhansi train station. Later departure to Khajuraho via Orchhu, located 16 km from Jhansi, where the medieval atmosphere still reigns. The river Betwa flows peacefully by palaces and temples of the 16th centurybuilt by their ruler, Bundela, and seemingly frozen in time. Let's visit Orchha Fort, Jahangir Mahal, Raj Mahal and Ram Raja Temple. Next drive to Khajuraho. Upon arrival in Khajuraho, meeting and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 Khajuraho - Varanasi (Flight 9W-334 / 13:30-14:10 or other). Excursion to Sarnath.

After a late breakfast inspection temples of Khajurahobuilt between 950 and 1050. AD powerful rulers of the Chandela dynasty. The temples are famous for their magnificent carvings depicting scenes from the famous Kama Sutra love treatise. Only 22 out of 85 temples have survived. Following an unchanging thousand-year tradition, divine services are still performed in the Matangeshwara temple. Later, around 12:00, transfer to the airport for a flight to Varanasi, the oldest and holiest Hindu city, famous for its rites and rituals. Upon arrival, meeting and accommodation at the hotel. Then, around 15:30, departure to Sarnath (12 km from Varanasi), where the Buddha delivered his first sermon after enlightenment and launched the Wheel of Teaching. It was here that he proclaimed the four noble truths and the eightfold path. The Buddha instructed his followers to avoid extremes, both in asceticism and in enjoyment. The remains of monasteries dating from the third century BC to the first century AD speak of a thriving, once monastic community. Overnight at the hotel in Varanasi.

Day 8. Varanasi - Delhi (flight)

Early morning, before dawn (around 05:00) Boat cruise on the Ganges river. Watching the solemn sunrise over the horizon. The sound of bells and shells coming from the temples adjacent to the river is added to the pale pink stripe of dawn. The quiet muttering of Sanskrit slokas gains strength, merging into one voice, giving a feeling of unsurpassed piety and pleasure. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later transfer to the airport to board the flight to Delhi. Upon arrival visit India Gate, Presidential Palace, Raj Ghat (if time permits) Overnight in Delhi.

Day 9 Departure from Delhi

The tour ends and we are waiting for the transfer to the airport. We are waiting for you in India again.

Hotels:

Price for 1 person in a double room

Supplement for single occupancy:

Budget hotels:
Classic Diplomat, Delhi
The Ashapurna / Park Ocean, Jaipur
Royale Residence, Agra

US$ 774

US$ 468

Standard hotels:
Atrio, Delhi
Paradise, Jaipur
Royale Regent, Agra

US$ 900

US$ 582

First class hotels:
Radisson Blu, Dwarka, Delhi
Radisson City centre, Jaipur
Ramada Plaza, Agra

US$ 1128

US$ 774