Rajasthan With Khajuraho And Varanasi

! Welcome to India!

Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, after clearing immigration and collecting our bags, we will be greeted by an English-speaking local representative with a garland of fresh flowers.

We will then depart for our hotel in Delhi. Upon arrival, we will check in and stay at the hotel. Delhi, the capital of India, has a metropolitan area that is home to around 18 million inhabitants. Its geographical location was strategic for trade routes both in the past and today. In addition, Delhi is the main gateway to the country and is considered a microcosm, as here you can find souvenirs from all over India.

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Old Delhi Sightseeing Tour Including Rickshaw Ride for Half Day

We will visit the majestic Jama Mosque, built in 1656 by Emperor Shah Jahan, with three imposing black and white marble domes and two twin minarets flanking its majestic central arch. A grand staircase of red sandstone leads to the magnificent arched doors

Later, we will also visit Raj Ghat, the Mausoleum of Mahatma Gandhi, erected in 1963 on the site where Gandhi resided from 1917 to 1930. It was built by Charles Correa in homage to Gandhi, to spread his ideas, his letters, his photographs and other documents that mark the path of the search for freedom.

Enjoy a fascinating Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk to see its typical markets and bazaars. We will also take a panoramic walk of the Red Fort.

In the afternoon we will visit the modern part of Delhi

The tour begins on the wide avenue where the parliament is located, surrounded by extensive gardens and several administrative buildings; at one end is the Gateway of India, a triumphal arch commemorating the First World War; at the other is Rashtrapati Bhawan, a wonderful structure and official residence of the President of India. The architecture is a mix of Indian and European styles, with a strong syncretism between elements of the Mughal empire and Buddhist and Hindu art.

On the way, visit the Jain temples of Ranakpur, dating back to the 15th century. 200

pillars, none of which are alike, support the 29 halls. The building is filled with intricate friezes and sculptures. Includes visits to two Jain Temples and the Sun Temple, with its erotic sculptures.

Upon arrival in Jodhpur, check in at the hotel

In the afternoon free to visit the local market

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Breakfast at the hotel

In the morning visit the city of Jodhpur

OPTIONAL: AN INTERESTING SESSION ON TYPICAL INDIAN CLOTHING: TURBANS AND SARIS

Turbans are very common in Rajasthan and are worn by all members of the Society. Traditionally the turban is given great honour and if someone removes it, it causes much embarrassment and shame. There are hundreds of ways to tie a turban, all from just a piece of cloth. You will learn more from the stories circulating about this garment as you will try your hand at tying your turbans under the supervision of one of our experts.

The sari is a typical Indian women's dress. The making of a sari can take 15 days to a month and sometimes up to 6 months depending on the intricacy of its designs and paternity. Indian women wear saris made in Benaras and known as Benarasi saris on important occasions such as a wedding.

This fort is situated on the west bank of the Yamuna and was built between 1565 and 1573. Its imposing red sandstone fortifications form a crescent along the riverbank and enclose a gigantic complex of stately buildings, whose styles vary. Within the complex are some interesting structures, such as the Jehangiri Mahal, the Anguri Bagh, the Khas Mahal and the Moti Mosque.

OPTIONAL: MOHABBAT -E- TAJ – LIVE THEATRE

Love without lust can be a spiritual experience, something that sets man apart from animals. Being romantically engaged on a higher level is a passion and the idea defines the intensity of pure love. The performance is a dance and drama show with the latest audio-visual effects and backed by more than 60 artists from national institutes and Bollywood. Mohabbat el Taj at Kalakriti is also very homely. The attempt to preserve India's cultural and historical legacy is worth seeing. So, come with us to witness the heritage reliving it in this show. The interpretation of this show is provided by audio translators in 10 languages - English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Russian and Persian.

Breakfast at the hotel

In the morning, departure by road to Orchha

On the way visit Gwalior fort

Later, we will visit the Red Fort of Gwalior followed by the visit of Jai Vilas Palace and Escindia Museum.

Gwalior Fort is a fortification near Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India. The bulk of the complex dates back to the 8th century and is largely in keeping with Raja Man Singh Tomar's current architecture. The fort contains several temples and palaces, of which two are notable, both built on the orders of Man Singh Tomar: the citadel, Man Mandir, built between 1486 and 15171, and the Gurjari Mahal, at a lower elevation but within the fortified complex.

The Jai Vilas Mahal is a 19th-century palace in Gwalior, India. It was established in 1874 by Jayajirao Scindia, the Maharaja of Gwalior and remains the residence of his descendants the former Scindia Maratha royal dynasty. It is a fine example of European architecture, designed and built by Sir Michael Filose. A combination of architectural styles, the first floor is Tuscan, the second Italianate-Doric and the third Corinthian.

Arrival in Orchha and transfer to hotel in Orchha

Evening walking tour of Orchha, visit local Hindu temple for Aarti ceremony

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Breakfast at the hotel

In the morning we visited the temples of Orchha

The sacred city of Orcha, which occupies a spectacular site on a rocky island surrounded by the Betwa River, was founded in 1531 and was the capital of the Bundela kings until 1738, when they abandoned it and moved to Tikamgarh. This complex consists of beautiful palaces, ha-mams, walls and gates. The three main palaces form a symmetrical whole, and are the Raj Mahal (1560), Jahangiri Mahal (1626) and Rai Praveen Mahal (mid-1670).

After the visit we will continue our journey by car to Khajuraho

Upon arrival in Khajuraho, check in at the hotel

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Breakfast at the hotel

In the morning visit the temples of Khajuraho

Visit to the famous temples of Khajuraho, which in medieval times formed a cathedral city. We will visit the temples of the western group, among which the Laksmana, Kandariya and Visvanatha temples are particularly noteworthy. Khajuraho is known for its magnificent erotic temples which are among the most creative examples of Indian architecture. All the temples were built between 950 and 1050 AD, only 22 of the 85 temples survive.

Breakfast at the hotel

In the morning visit the city of Allahbad

Then we will travel by car to Varanasi

Upon arrival in Varanasi, check in at the hotel

Varanasi, the most important sacred city of Hinduism, is situated on the banks of the Ganges River. Millions of pilgrims flock here to purify themselves in the river's waters, attend ancient rites, consult astrologers and expel negative karma.

In the afternoon visit Sarnath

In the afternoon, excursion to Sarnath, an important Buddhist center in the world. After achieving enlightenment inBodhgaya, Buddha, the “Awakened One,” delivered his first sermon here. It was the sixth century, then, when

He also started the wheel of law, the Dharmachakra Centre. This place of abode of the Rishis, was also known as “Rishipatana” (the place of the Rishis or sages). Buddha gave his first sermon at the Deer Park where he initiated his first five Buddhist disciples into monkshood.

At dusk, attend a religious prayer ceremony at the Ghats of Ganges

Early morning boat ride on the Ganges River. Then city tour.

Early in the morning, we will go to the ghats for a boat ride on the Ganges River, where we will be able to observe the purification rituals from a boat and have a spectacular view of the palaces and temples that are next to the ghats. We will walk through the old city in front of the Aurangzeb Mosque. Then we will tour the city of Benares, where we will be able to see the various temples of this city such as; the Bharat Mata Temple, the Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Mandir and the Banaras Hindu University, which has one of the best collections of Indian paintings in the country.

Return to the hotel for breakfast

As per schedule, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Delhi

Arrival in Delhi

According to the flight boarding times for departure