Guide

English speaking local destination guides

Meals

Daily breakfast at the hotels in Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Lucknow, Ayodhya, and Varanasi

Accommodation

9 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on double or twin sharing basis ( Please Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to Luxury boutique hotels/4 star/5 star or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost.) 3 nights stay in New Delhi 1 night stay in Agra 2 nights stay in Jaipur 2 nights stay in Varanasi 1 night stay in Ayodhya Check In: 1400 Hrs Check Out: 1200 Hrs Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.

Transport

All airport pickup/dropoff, sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary 1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar 3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar 5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Others

Personal assistance during arrival and departure 1 cycle rickshaw ride in Old Delhi 1 boat ride on the Ganges River in Varanasi Attend Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat in Varanasi 1 mineral water bottle per person per day All applicable taxes

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Others

Please Note: Tour guides for specific languages, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Dutch, are also available on request basis at an additional cost Visa fee (if applicable) Any monument entrance fee, camera fee Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Flights

Any domestic or international flights are not included

Insurance

It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.

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Day 1 Arrival In Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Delhi

On arrival at the New Delhi airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city’s bustling streets or wander its wide tree-lined boulevards to get your first taste of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 At Delhi | Old Delhi & New Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Delhi | Old Delhi & New Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing of Delhi. The National Capital of India, Delhi has been in existence since the 6th century BC. Start your sightseeing from the Rajghat, the memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Later, visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Afterwards, drive past President House, and India Gate in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayun’s Tomb, built in 1562, commissioned by Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

Post breakfast, leave for Agra - The City Of The Taj Mahal. Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at your hotel. Relax at the hotel, later visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. Evening is free for shopping of handicrafts as souvenirs from the market of Agra. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4 Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you up from the hotel and take you for a guided tour of the Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. Later return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jaipur. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Akbar in the late 16th century. After sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, proceed to Jaipur for overnight stay.
Day 5 At Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Jaipur

Today, embark on a full day guided tour of Jaipur. Start you sightseeing with the iconic attraction of Rajasthan "Amber Fort and Palace", A UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Man Singh in 1592 in red sandstone and marble. The magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, divided into several sections. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort’s majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. After Amber Fort, visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar, The Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to Jaipur airport to board a flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel in Varanasi. Rest and relax at the hotel, later explore the city of Varanasi, visit various ghats, sacred temples and the local market of Varanasi. Later in the evening attend Aarti on the bank of River Ganges. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7 At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges, followed by a visit to Akhara and see the traditional form of martial arts practiced there. Morning city tour of Varanasi, this includes a walk through the various sacred Ghats. Visit the sacred shrine of Kashi - Vishwanath (also known as the Golden Temple), and Bharat Mata Mandir, a simple temple dedicated to ’Mother India’. Later proceed to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists, visit the Dhamekha Stupa, the Archeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa. In the evening attend aarti on the bank of River Ganges in Varanasi. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8 Varanasi - Ayodhya (200 Kms/5 Hrs Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Varanasi - Ayodhya (200 Kms/5 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Ayodhya - the Birthplace of Lord Rama. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later start your sightseeing with a visit to the holy Sarayu River - where thousands of pilgrims take a sacred bath. Later visit Shri Ram Janam Bhumi Temple, the birthplace of Lord Rama, believed to be the seventh avatar of the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu. After that visit other important sites in Ayodhya including Hanuman Garhi Mandir, Kanak Bhawan, Dashrath Mahal, and Ram Katha Sangrahalay. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 9 Ayodhya / Lucknow - Delhi (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ayodhya / Lucknow - Delhi (By Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Lucknow. At Lucknow visit Rumi Darwaza and Bada Imambara. Later in the afternoon, our representative will transfer you to Lucknow Airport to board a flight to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Delhi for overnight stay.
Day 10 Departure From Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure From Delhi

After breakfast at the hotel, Alkof Holidays representative will transfer you to the Main Entrance of Terminal 3, IGI Airport in New Delhi for onward journey.

10 days tour

North India Cultural Tour With Ayodhya & Varanasi

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Itinerary of your trip North India Cultural Tour With Ayodhya & Varanasi

Arrival In Delhi

At Delhi | Old Delhi & New Delhi Sightseeing

Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

At Jaipur

Jaipur - Varanasi (By Flight)

At Varanasi (Local Sightseeing & Sarnath Visit)

Varanasi - Ayodhya (200 Kms/5 Hrs Drive)

Ayodhya / Lucknow - Delhi (By Flight)

Departure From Delhi

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