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NORTH INDIA TEMPLES TOUR


Tour Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Destinations: Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh- Varanasi - Khajuraho - Orchha - Agra - Mathura - Delhi.

Day 01. ARRIVAL DELHI.
Arrival in Delhi. Met and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Delhi.

Day 02. IN DELHI.
After breakfast Sight Seeing tour of Old Delhi we will visit the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India), the Chandi Chowk market area in the old city and Raj Ghat Memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon tour of New Delhi will include a visit to the, a tour of the government buildings of New Delhi (built by the British in the 1920’s) India Gate , President Palace and a visit to Humayuns Tomb ,the Qutub Minar , Laxmi Narayan Temple & Lotus Temple.
 
Overnight at Delhi

Day 03. DELHI / HARIDWAR. :-
After breakfast drive to Haridwar. Arrival and Check into Hotel.

Haridwar
is a holy city. In Hindi, Haridwar stands for Dwar of Hari or Gateway to God, with 'Hari' meaning god and 'dwar' meaning gate. Haridwar is regarded as one of the seven holiest places to Hindus. Late afternoon proceed for city tour of Haridwar covering Rope way cable ride to Mansa Devi Temple, Har ki Pouri ( Ganga Ghats ) and local bazaar. In the evening you will be taken to the Ganges River to witness the Aarti Ritual which has been taking place here for thousands for years
Overnight at Haridwar.

Day 04. HARIDWAR / RISHIKESH.
After breakfast drive to Rishikesh.  Arrival and Check into Hotel.

Rishikesh
- Nestled picturesquely in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas, Visit the Parmarth Niketan is a spiritual haven, resting serenely on the banks of the holy Ganga(Ganges), nestled in the lap of the Himalayas.
Lakshman Jhula
is a hanging bridge on the river Ganges that flows here. According to legends, Lakshman the brother of Lord Ram crossed this river with the help of a hanging bridge made of jute. Ram Jhula also known as Shivanand Jhula
Overnight at Rishikesh.

Day 05. RISHIKESH / HARIDWAR / VARANASI.

After breakfast day at leisure. Evening transfer to station to board the Train for Varanasi.

Overnight on Board Train.

Day 06. ARRIVAL VARANASI.
Morning arrival in Varanasi. Assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel.

Varanasi
The holy city of Varanasi, known as the city of temples and learning , is a place of great historical and cultural importance.
Afternoon visit
Sarnath
, In Sarnath Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment . Few major Buddhist cities escaped the building frenzy of Ashoka, and Sarnath is no exception .Right near the Dhamekh Stupa are the remains of ashoka's pillar ,with his name engraved in the stone. The stupa is believed to  mark the spot where Buddha preached his sermon at Deer Park.
Overnight at Varanasi.

Day 07. IN VARANASI.
Early morning Boat Cruise on the holy river Ganges to see the Bathing Ghats and Cremation Sites.  Watching people bathing and worshipping at the Ghats is one of the most extraordinary experiences of your visit. Return to hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, sightseeing Tour of Varanasi City visiting the Bharat Mata Temple (which features a large relief map of India in marble), Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Mandir, Banaras Hindu University (which has an Art Gallery) and the mosque of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, built on the side of the ancient Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Heritage City and Evening Aarti Tour
-One can drive to the old city by late afternoon walk in the Old City, walking through the famous narrow lanes view the Golden Temple from out side passing through the Local Market which is very colorful during the evening with lights proceed to the Burning Ghat and take a Boat to view the sunset followed by Aarti Pooja from the Boat itself starting from 6:30Pm onwards approx as per the Season. . Return to hotel fafter walking back through the old city which is crowed and lighted up later take a rickshaw ride back to hotel.
Overnight at Varanasi.

Day 08. VARANASI / KHAJURAHO.
After breakfast transfer to the airport to board your flight to Khajuraho.  Assistance on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Khajuraho - A village founded by the Chandela Kings over a thousand years ago, is home to some of the most exquisitely carved temples in India.
Afternoon Tour of the Western Group of Temples. The Western Group has an exquisitely carved entrance arch with a multitude of themes: celestial beings, lovers, serenading musicians – movement captured in stones and frozen in time, yet retaining the warmth of pulsating life.

Overnight at Khajuraho.

Day 09. KHAJURAHO ORCHA / JHANSI / AGRA.
After breakfast, sightseeing Tour of the Eastern Group of Temples. The Eastern Group is made up of Hindu and Jain Temples. The largest only surviving Jain temple in Khajuraho, Parsvanath, is in this group.  Sculptures on the northern outer wall make this temple the finest in the group.  The Javeri Temple is dedicated to Vishnu. Other temples in the group are dedicated to Vishu, Brahma, Yamuna and Adinath.
After the visit, drive to Jhansi (175 Kms & 4 Hrs Approx ) en-route visiting Orcha, which has a Series of Temples that date back to 17th century. These temples are still visited regularly by thousands of devotees. After the visit continue on to Jhansi to visit The Jhansi Fort, before transferring to the station to board the Shatabdi Express Train at 1750 Hrs. On arrival in Agra at 2025 Hrs you will be met and transferred to your Hotel.

Overnight at Agra.

Day 10. IN AGRA.
Morning Visit Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan, this beautiful mausoleum is built of pure white marble and is an architectural marvel. Built in the memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal.
Agra Fort built by Emperor Akbar over the years 1565 – 1573 with its maze of courtyards, mosques, and private chambers. Itmad-ud-daula, the north of the fort and across the river yamuna are several fine examples of mughal architecture. The itmad -ud -daula was build by the empress Noor Jehan as a memorial to her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg, is beautifully ornamented with pietra dura inlay and lattice work marble screens.
Overnight at Agra.

Day 11. AGRA / MATHURA / DELHI / OUTBOUND.
After breakfast drive to Delhi, Enroute visit   Mathura - the land where Shri Krishna was born and spent his youth, has today little towns and hamlets that are still alive with the Krishna legend and still redolent with the music of his flute. Lord Krishna was born here. Vrindavan, a village - once noted for its fragrant groves, is where he spent an eventful youth. Krishna Janambhoomi is one of the most visited tourist destination in India. The place has been named so because it is considered to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna. 'Janam' means 'Birth' and 'Bhoomi' means 'Place' in Hindi. It is supposed that the present temple is built over spot of the prison where Lord Krishna took birth. After the visit drive to Delhi and drop at International airport to board the flight for your final destination.

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