Mystical India



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Overview
Highlights
- Sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi with rickshaw ride
- Visit to the Taj Mahal
- Lucknow City Tour
- Morning boat ride on the Ganges River
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Destinations
Trip includes
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Delhi (DEL)
- All airport, rail station, and inter-city transfers
- 2 nights in Delhi at Novotel New Delhi Aerocity, or similar
- Sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi with rickshaw ride
- 2 nights in Jaipur at Clarks Amer, or similar
- Visit to the Amber Fort & photo stop at Hawa Mahal
- Folk dance show with traditional dinner at a local restaurant
- Visit to Chand Baori stepwell & the Harshat Mata Temple (en-route to Agra)
- 2 nights in Agra at Crystal Sarovar Premiere, or similar
- Visit to the Taj Mahal at sunrise*
- Transfer from Agra to Lucknow
- 1 night in Lucknow at Renaissance Hotel Lucknow or similar
- Lucknow City Tour
- Intercity Express rail from Lucknow to Varanasi
- 2 nights in Varanasi at Rivatas by Ideal, or similar
- Visit to the Ganges River for the Illuminates Aarti Ceremony
- Morning boat ride on the Ganges River
- Sightseeing tour to Vishwanath Temple, old city bazaars & Sarnath
- One-way, economy class flight from Varanasi (VNS) to Delhi (DEL)
- Breakfast daily *Please note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, so your Day 6 visit will be rescheduled to another day in the itinerary if necessary.
Itinerary
Immerse yourself in colorful culture and fascinating history as you land in Delhi, India's vibrant capital! Upon arrival, enjoy a comfortable transfer to your first hotel and check in. Once you're settled, head out and explore on your own! Treat yourself to a delicious first-night meal of local cuisine.
Rise and shine! Grab your camera and get ready for a fun first day in India. After breakfast, hop in a rickshaw and explore Old and New Delhi the traditional way! See the once water-filled square of Chandni Chowk, then discover the Jama Masjid, Delhi's oldest m...
Say "see ya" to Delhi and get ready for your next stop! This morning, enjoy a scenic drive to the "Pink City," also known as Jaipur. Filled with pastel-colored palaces and exquisite forts & temples, this city is a feast for the senses. Built in 1727 A.D. by...
Recharge with a delicious breakfast, then enjoy a morning visit to the impressive Amber Fort. Nestled on a hilltop overlooking Maota Lake, this structure is a true example of authentic Rajput architecture. Be sure to look out for one of its most spectacular bui...
After an energizing breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to Agra. Along the way, you'll stop at Abhaneri Village to experience the impressive Chand Baori stepwell and the Harshat Mata Temple! Be sure to have your camera ready; Chand Baori is the largest and deepest ...
Feel yourself flutter with excitement as you embark on an early morning visit to the Taj Mahal! Enjoy this special experience, as you see this monument by the first orangey-pink light of the day. Be sure to take tons of photographs of this awe-inspiring scene; ...
This morning, you will be transferred to the buzzing city of Lucknow. Enjoy a scenic 4.5-hour ride through the state of Uttar Pradesh and check-in to your next accommodation upon arrival.
Quickly get settled, then grab your camera and enjoy an afternoon city tour of Lucknow! Experience the Lucknow Residency, the Bara Imambara, the clock tower, and much more.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast in Lucknow, then hop on the train to Varanasi! One of the most important pilgrimage sites in India, Varanasi is so sacred that the Hindu people believe that dying there ensures an instant route to heaven.
As the day comes to ...
Yes, it's your last day in India, but the fun is nowhere near over! This morning, take an early boat ride on the sacred Ganges River. Watch the purples, oranges, and pinks of the sunrise as you meander along the sacred river by boat. Back on land, visit Vishwan...
Squeeze all your souvenirs into your suitcase and enjoy a comfortable transfer to the airport, for your first flight to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi airport (DEL), you'll find the gate for your connecting flight home.
Until next time, India!
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