Dive Deeper Into India's Rich Culture And Heritage 13 days
- Private tour
- Solo friendly
- Family friendly
Dive Deeper into India's Rich Culture and Heritage tour will begin in Delhi. Visit the historical city of Delhi, witness the immortal beauty of the Taj Mahal, admire the graceful cenotaphs of Orchha and the sensuous moods of the temples at Khajuraho. Then fly to the sacred city of Varanasi and cruise on the River Ganges to observe ancient spiritual rites. Fly to Mumbai, visit Elephanta Caves & colonial era monuments. Fly to Aurangabad to closely examine the stunning Ajanta and Ellora Caves, two unique UNESCO World Heritage sites dating between the 2nd century BC and 6th century AD. Fly back to Delhi for your onward connection. A private local guide at all destinations will ensure you have the time you need to fully soak in all the history you had hoped to.
Day 1 Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport, assistance & transfer to the hotel for check-in. O/n at the hotel.
Day 2 Delhi (B)
City tour of Delhi, visiting Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Raj Gath, Humayun Tomb, Qutab Minar, and Lotus Temple. Also, drive past the President's House, Parliament, India Gate, etc. O/N at hotel.
Day 3 Delhi - Agra (204kms) (B)
Drive to Agra, check in at the hotel. Later visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb. O/n at the hotel.
Day 4 Agra - Orchha (220kms) (B)
Drive to Orchha. En route, visit Gwalior Fort, known for its great architecture and rich past. Arrive at Orchha, check in at the hotel. Later visit Orchha Fort complex, which houses the fort, palaces, temples & other edifices. O/n at the hotel.
Day 5 Orchha - Khajuraho (178km) (B)
Drive to Khajuraho, check in at the hotel. Visit exceptionally well-maintained Khajuraho temples built in the short span of a hundred years from 950-1050 AD by the Chandela dynasty. O/n at the hotel.
Day 6 Khajuraho - Varanasi (flight) (B)
Transfer to the airport to board a flight for Varanasi. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Evening attend Holy Ganga Aarti, a magical ritual held at sunset on the banks of the holy Ganges. O/n at the hotel.
Day 7 Varanasi (B)
Early morning boat ride & Ghat visit. Later visit Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple & Sarnath Temple complex, including the Great Dhamekh Stupa. If time permits, visit Ram Nagar Fort & Museum. O/n at the hotel.
Day 8 Varanasi - Mumbai (flight) (B)
Transfer to the airport to board a flight for Mumbai. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in. Rest time is free for personal activities. O/n at the hotel.
Day 9 Mumbai (B)
Morning excursion to Elephant Caves (Monday closed). Later, city tour visiting CST, Prince of Wales Museum, Mani Bhawan & Dhobhi Ghat. O/n at the hotel.
Day 10 Mumbai - Aurangabad (flight) (B)
Transfer to the airport to board a flight for Aurangabad. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Later visit Ellora Caves, Grishneshwar Temple & Daulatabad Fort. Also visit Bibi ka Maqbara, Panchakki & Aurangabad Caves. O/n at the hotel.
Day 11 Aurangabad (B)
Full day excursion to Ajanta, which houses 30 rock-cut caves from the 2nd century BCE to about 480 CE. Drive back to Aurangabad for an overnight stay.
Day 12 Aurangabad - Delhi (flight) (B)
Transfer to the airport to board a flight for Delhi. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest time is free and easy to relax and visit any place of your interest with your driver. O/n at the hotel.
Day 13 Delhi - Departure (flight) (B)
As per the flight schedule, transfer to the airport to board the flight for the onward destination.
What's included
* Please check prices for full list of inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
- Assistance on arrival at the airport
- 12 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels
- Meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
- Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program
- English-speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water in the car
- Government taxes
- Agra x 1 night 3* - Howard Plaza, the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Agra x 1 night 4* - Radission Hotel/ Crystal Sarovar Premier DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Agra x 1 night 5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Aurangabad x 2 nights 3* - Keys Hotel The Aures/ Aurangabad Gymkhana Club DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Aurangabad x 2 nights 4* - Ambassador Ajanta / VITS Hotel DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Aurangabad x 2 nights 5* - WelcomHotel Rama International / Lemon Tree Hotel DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Delhi x 3 nights 3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Emarald Hotel DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Delhi x 3 nights 4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Delhi x 3 nights 5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Khajuraho x 1 night 3* - Ramada/Clarks Hotel DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Khajuraho x 1 night 4* - Radisson Hotel/ Hotel Chandela DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Khajuraho x 1 night 5* - The Lalit Temple View DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Mumbai x 2 night 3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Mumbai x 2 night 4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Mumbai x 2 night 5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Orchha x 1 night 3* & 4* - Orchha Resort/ Amar Mahal DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Orchha x 1 night 5* - Orchha Palace and Convention Centre x 1 night DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Varanasi x 2 nights 3* - Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Varanasi x 2 nights 4* - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Varanasi x 2 nights 5* - Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel Taj DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
Exclusions
- Khajuraho - Varanasi - Mumbai - Aurangabad - Delhi flight fare approx INR 20500 per person in economy class
- The camera charges at monuments
- Meals other than those mentioned in the day plan
- Expenses of a personal nature, like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc
- Gratuities & optional activities
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Details
Available in
English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
(Other than English guide subject to availability and at additional cost)
Available for
Infants, Children, Students, Adults, Seniors
Departure & Return
Start city: Delhi , National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, India
Pick-up times available: 09:00
Pick up location: Delhi Airport
Ends at: Mumbai Airport
Nearest airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Eco Features:
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Education & exploration
Education & exploration
The product is educational rather than entertainment focused - it respects and gives insight into local traditions and/or environment - Licensed tour guide
- Local or indigenous tour guide(s)
Cancellation policy
0% cancellation fee - 31 days or more before the travel date
50% cancellation fee - between 16-30 days before the travel date
75% cancellation fee - between 7-15 days before the travel date
90% cancellation fee - between 4-6 days before the travel date
100% cancellation fee - between 0-3 days before the travel date
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