The Capital City of India
Varanasi
Central India
Central India
Agra
Jaipur
Overview of the Luxury Journey :
Splendors of North & Central India : 10 Nights / 11 Days
Vivid experiences on this luxury travel include visits to some of the most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, sensuality on the walls of temples, and faiths and beliefs of Hinduism.
During this private & exclusive journey of 11 days, you shall explore and experience Delhi (the capital of India) is an amalgamation of old and new, Agra is the city of world famous Taj Mahal, and Jaipur or Pink City (the capital of Rajasthan) is known for its regal splendor of palaces and forts. Khajuraho is a place that breathes sensuality, where each stone speaks of ancient dust throbs with passion. Experience Hinduism in its authenticity in Varanasi, the sacred city where rivers are worshipped as mothers and cremation at the banks relieves from cycle of birth and death. This journey will also take you to the lesser-known Panna National Park in central India which has vivid flora & fauna in abundance along with a high possibility of spotting a Royal Bengal tiger. On this journey, expertly navigate the colorful and often chaotic scenes of India in replete style with private touring and stays at top luxury hotels.
This itinerary is an example. It’s designed to inspire you and provide you with thoughtfully curated ideas. You can choose to do this exact itinerary or we shall be glad glad to customize an itinerary with your specific preferences.
Highlights of the Luxury Journey : Splendors of North & Central India
- Your own personal guide & Private vehicle at your complete disposal
- Free Wi-fi connectivity and un-limited bottled mineral water through-out the journey
- Rickshaw ride through the narrow alleys in Chandni Chowk – Old Delhi
- Gourmet dinner at Bhukhara Restaurant famous for North-western frontier cuisines
- A unique experience showcasing the very essence of Hinduism – Subah E Benaras
- Private boat rides with musicians in concert exclusively for you
- A special puja – Yanjna
- Exclusive & private jeep safari in Panna National Park
- Temples of Khajuraho
- Heritage walk with the views of Taj Mahal
- Hi-Tea at Skydeck restaurant with the views of Taj Mahal at Sun-set.
- Wildlife safaris in an exclusive & private jeep with your own naturalist
- Glimpse of ancient step-well of Abhaneri.
- Elephant ride to Amber Fort.
- Explore local bazar with an expert of Rajasthani culture.
- Tying of Turban at City Palace in Jaipur
- Cooking Class
- Comfort of a VIP Lounge at the airport
Know More About Your Luxury Journey : Splendors of North & Central India
Day 1
Arrive at New Delhi International Airport
Arrive at Delhi International Airport. Your Tour Experience Manager shall meet you upon arrival for further transfer to your hotel. After a short relaxation and briefing of your whole luxury journey, and If time permits, your first introduction to Delhi shall start with a walk in Connaught Place and visiting a Sikh Temple.
Delhi is a delight for all travelers as offers so many different experiences. We have listed a few highlights which you should experience. However, we shall be glad to customize your visits in Delhi as per your specific preferences of experiences listed in detail in the featured cities at the end of this webpage.
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 2
Delhi
After breakfast in the hotel, meet with your guide and after a small briefing of the day, proceed for a full-day tour of Old & New Delhi. Below are some of the important highlights of the day. You can experience all or just let us know to customize your day as per your specific preference.
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Important: Lotus Temple & Akshardham Temple remain closed to visitors every Monday.
Day 3
Delhi to Varanasi (Flight/1.5 Hours)
After breakfast, We will take you to the domestic terminal of the airport in Delhi for an afternoon flight of around 1.5 hours to The Sacred City of Varanasi. Before the flight, visit another architectural marvel in Delhi – The Qutub Minar, the tallest minaret in Asia.
Arrive at Varanasi Airport. Your Tour Experience Manager shall meet you upon arrival for further transfer to your hotel. After a short relaxation and briefing of your whole luxury journey to Varanasi, you will start exploring this sacred city.
“Benaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together” – Mark Twain
Varanasi is a delight for all travelers as offers so many different experiences. We have listed a few highlights which you should experience. However, we shall be glad to customize your visits in Varanasi as per your specific preferences of experiences listed in detail in the featured cities at the end of this webpage.
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Varanasi. Though there is no dress code to visit the ghats. However, keeping in mind that Varanasi is a spiritual city where a lot of Hindu pilgrims come to offer their prayers, it is recommended to wear a dress that covers the arm & knee, for both ladies & gentlemen.
Day 4
Varanasi
The day starts a bit early with a mesmerizing experience of Subah-E-Benaras (mornings of Varanasi) followed by a morning boat ride with a music concert on the boat. Before you return to your hotel for breakfast,learn the Hindu way for well-being when you perform special puja & rituals of Yajna with a priest or Brahmin at the banks of the holy river.
Below are some of the important highlights of the day. You can experience all or just let us know to customize your day as per your specific preference.
Overnight at your luxury hotel.
Day 5
Varanasi – Khajuraho – Panna National Park (Flight /1.5 Hours + 1 hour by road)
Today, before you continue your onward travel to Khajuraho, be blessed by a darshan of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and experience the chaotic winding lanes of Varanasi.
After breakfast at your hotel in Varanasi, We will take you to the airport for a short flight to the city of erotic temples of Khajuraho in Central India and to nearby Panna National Park.
Arrive Khajuraho and drive for about an hour to your luxury jungle lodge in Panna National Park in Central India.
Overnight at your luxury jungle lodge – Pashan Garh.
Day 6
Panna National Park – Khajuraho ( 55 Kms/1 hour)
Wake up early and be ready to head out on a wildlife safari in your private Jeep with a naturalist to see the big cat – the Royal Bengal Tiger and possibly have close encounters with many more wildlife in natural space.
Return to your jungle lodge and after a leisurely breakfast, drive for about an hour to Khajuraho – The City of Erotic Temples.
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Khajuraho.
Day 7
Khajuraho – Orchha – Jhansi – Agra (175 Kms/4 hours + Train for 2.5 hours)
Post your breakfast at your hotel in Khajuraho, check out, and continue your travel to your dream destination – Agra. However, before leaving Khajuraho, visit the Eastern Group of Temples in Khajuraho dedicated to another religion which was born in India-Jainism. Continue your journey by road travel of about 3.5 Hours to Jhansi en route visiting the medieval small town of Orchha. Orchha Fort is a blend of Bundelkhand and Mughal architecture. Numerous cenotaphs dot the vicinity of the fort and the Betwa river. Elsewhere about the town there is an unusual variety of temples and tombs, including the Chaturbhuj temple, which is built on a vast platform of stone. After a late lunch in Orchha, transfer to Jhansi railway station to experience a train journey by the fastest train in India – Gatiman Express to Agra.
Arrive in Agra late in the evening and transfer to your luxury hotel.
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Agra.
Important to remember: Though there is no dress code to visit the Taj Mahal, however, we recommend that you prepare your Indian dress like Sari for women and Kurta-Payzama for gentlemen to visit the most photographed monument – Taj Mahal.
Day 8
Agra
Wake up early to visit the most beautiful architectural marvel in white marble – the Taj Mahal at sunrise.
Below are some of the important highlights of the day. You can experience all or just spend your time enjoying some of the below sites. Your private guide shall assist you in making a suitable collection of experiences.
Important: The Taj Mahal remains closed to visitors on every Friday.
Overnight at your luxury hotel.
Day 9
Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Abhaneri – Jaipur (260 Kms /07 Hours)
After breakfast, drive to Jaipur with an en-route stop at Fatehpur Sikri. Later, drive to Pink City Jaipur en route visiting centuries-old step well Chand Baori at the small village of Abhaneri.
Arrive in Jaipur or Pink City which is this royal city. Check-in at the hotel. Arrive in Jaipur and check in hotel.
Overnight at your luxury hotel.
Day 10
Jaipur
After breakfast at your hotel, explore one of the most colourful cities of India – Jaipur which is also famous for the grandeur of its palaces & forts. Below are some of the important highlights of the day. You can experience all or just spend your time enjoying some of the below sites. Your private guide shall assist you in making a suitable collection of experiences.
Overnight at your luxury hotel.
Day 11
Jaipur – Delhi to onward journey
After breakfast, visit Galtaji also known as Monkey Temple built in the 15th century before driving to New Delhi International Airport for your onward flight home.
Alternatively, you can either take one of our recommended extension tours or continue to some other destinations of your choice.
Post your luxury journey – Splendors of North & Central India, You can have various options for an extension tour of a couple of days more. Jaipur is well connected by domestic flights from many other tourist destinations in India. You can terminate your main journey in Jaipur or Delhi and continue to explore India more. Some of the options are :
Option: 1 – Three nights extension tour to Rishikesh – The Yoga Capital of India
Option: 2 – Two nights extension tour to Udaipur – The Romantic City of India
Option : 3 – Four nights extension tour to Nepal
Option: 4 – Two nights extension tour to Amritsar – The Spiritual city of Sikhism
Here are the details of possible itineraries for each option of extension tour :
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Day 1
Arrive at New Delhi International Airport
Arrive Delhi International airport. Our representative shall meet you upon arrival for further transfer to your hotel.
If time permit, after relax at the hotel, We shall be glad to do a small briefing of your luxury journey followed by an orientation tour visiting :
“Popup of Gurudwara ” with image and name.
Overnight at your Luxury Hotel.