Welcome to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. Our representative will escort you by an air-conditioned car to your pre-booked hotel. After check-in, you will be provided with all the necessary documents related to your tour, and any queries regarding the itinerary and services will be explained. In the evening, witness the evocative Light and Sound Show at Red Fort, narrating Delhi’s 5,000-year-old legacy through storytelling and visuals. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore Delhi, beginning with Old Delhi’s Red Fort a Mughal citadel and a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. Visit Rajghat, Mahatma Gandhi’s serene memorial. Explore the bustling streets of Chandni Chowk. Continue to New Delhi with Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House), India Gate built to commemorate the 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army during the World War I, and Birla Temple. Discover Humayun’s Tomb (UNESCO precursor to the Taj Mahal), the lotus-shaped Baháʼí Temple, and Qutub Minar a 12th century victory tower and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Patna. On arrival, proceed to your hotel. Later explore Takht Sri Patna Sahib, a sacred Sikh shrine linked to Guru Gobind Singh. Visit Golghar, an 18th-century granary dome, and the Jalan Museum, showcasing rare Mughal-era artifacts. Continue to the Bihar Institute of Handicrafts, known for preserving Mithila art traditions. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Bodhgaya, stopping at Nalanda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s oldest residential university (5th–12th century, UNESCO ruins), once a global Buddhist learning hub. Continue to Rajgir, ancient Magadha capital, where Buddha meditated on Gridhakuta Hill. The town also holds Jain significance linked to Mahavira. Proceed to Bodhgaya and check in at your hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore Bodhgaya, one of Buddhism’s holiest sites. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Buddha attained enlightenment beneath the sacred Bodhi Tree. Continue to the towering Great Buddha Statue, serene Muchalinda Lake, and monasteries representing global Buddhist traditions like Thai, Japanese, and Bhutanese temples. Each reflects unique architecture and devotion. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Varanasi. En route visit Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon. Explore Dhamek Stupa, marking this historic event, and the museum housing Ashokan relics including the iconic Lion Capital. Continue to Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest living cities, and check into your hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Begin early with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River, witnessing rituals along sacred ghats including Manikarnika. After breakfast, visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, a revered Jyotirlinga shrine, and Bharat Mata Temple dedicated to India with its unique marble map. Explore Banaras Hindu University and Durga Temple. In the evening, attend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ceremony of fire and chants. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and take a flight to Khajuraho. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Visit Raneh Falls, known for its unique volcanic rock formations, and the Archaeological Museum displaying Chandela-era sculptures. In the evening, enjoy the Light and Sound Show narrating the history of Khajuraho’s temples. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore Khajuraho (UNESCO World Heritage Site), famed for its 10th–11th century temples adorned with intricate sculptures. Visit the Western Group including Kandariya Mahadev Temple, the largest Shiva temple, and Lakshmana Temple. Continue to the Eastern Group featuring Jain temples like Parshvanath, reflecting religious harmony. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Orchha, a medieval town frozen in time along the Betwa River. En route, visit Jhansi, known for its role in the 1857 uprising and the formidable Jhansi Fort, associated with Rani Lakshmibai. Continue to Orchha and check in. In the evening, experience the Light and Sound Show narrating Bundela dynasty history against the backdrop of Orchha’s palaces and temples. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore serene Orchha with views of Chhatris and the Betwa River. Later check out and drive toward Agra, stopping at Gwalior. Visit the imposing Gwalior Fort, a hilltop stronghold with centuries of history, along with Sas-Bahu Temples and Teli-ka-Mandir, known for early temple architecture. Continue to Agra and check in. Evening is free to explore local markets or optional cultural shows. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Begin early with sunrise at the iconic Taj Mahal (UNESCO), a 17th-century marble masterpiece symbolizing eternal love. Return for breakfast, then visit Agra Fort (UNESCO), a grand Mughal fortress housing palaces like Diwan-i-Khas and Musamman Burj. Continue to Itmad-ud-Daulah, often called the “Baby Taj,” known for its intricate inlay work. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Jaipur. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO), Akbar’s red sandstone capital featuring Buland Darwaza, Diwan-i-Khas, and the shrine of Salim Chishti. Continue to Abhaneri Stepwell, an architectural marvel from the 8th century known for its geometric symmetry. Proceed to Jaipur and check in. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Amber Fort, a majestic Rajput fortress with ornate halls and mirrored chambers. Continue to City Palace, a royal residence blending Mughal and Rajasthani styles, and Jantar Mantar (UNESCO), an 18th-century astronomical observatory. Drive past the iconic Hawa Mahal. In the evening, explore vibrant bazaars or visit Chokhi Dhani for cultural performances and traditional cuisine. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Delhi. En route stop at Neemrana Fort Palace, a 15th-century heritage property offering panoramic views and optional zipline experiences. Continue to Delhi airport and board your flight to Aurangabad. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After an early breakfast, take an excursion to Ajanta Caves (UNESCO), dating from 2nd century BCE to 6th century CE, renowned for Buddhist murals and rock-cut monasteries. These caves illustrate early Indian art and spiritual life. Return to Aurangabad and visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, often called the “Taj of Deccan,” and Panchakki, an ingenious medieval water mill. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Ellora Caves (UNESCO), a remarkable complex of 34 rock-cut temples representing Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. The highlight is Kailasa Temple, a monolithic architectural masterpiece carved from a single rock. Later transfer to the airport for your flight to Mumbai. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore Mumbai, starting at the iconic Gateway of India, followed by a boat ride to Elephanta Caves (UNESCO), known for ancient Shiva sculptures. Visit Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (UNESCO), a Victorian Gothic railway marvel, Marine Drive, and Dhobi Ghat, the world’s largest open-air laundry. Drive past Nariman Point and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Chennai. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure, with optional visits to local markets or coastal promenades. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore Chennai starting with Fort St. George, a 17th-century British stronghold. Visit Santhome Cathedral, built over the tomb of St. Thomas, and Kapaleeshwarar Temple, a classic Dravidian shrine dedicated to Shiva. Continue to Parthasarathy Temple, one of the city’s oldest Krishna temples. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Mahabalipuram via Kanchipuram, famed as the “City of Thousand Temples.” Visit Kailasanathar Temple, an early Pallava masterpiece. Continue to Mahabalipuram a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for 7th-century rock-cut architecture including Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and the massive relief of Arjuna’s Penance. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Pondicherry. Explore the peaceful Sri Aurobindo Ashram and the experimental township of Auroville. Visit colonial-era churches such as Notre Dame des Anges. In the evening, walk along the scenic Promenade Beach, lined with French-style architecture and landmarks. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Tanjore. En route visit Chidambaram, home to the Nataraja Temple, dedicated to Shiva as the lord of dance, symbolizing the element of space. Continue to Tanjore and check in. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Brihadeeswara Temple, a Chola architectural marvel from the 11th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Trichy and explore Rock Fort Temple and Ranganathaswamy Temple, one of India’s largest temple complexes. Proceed to Madurai and check in. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple, known for its towering gopurams and intricate carvings. Explore Tirumalai Nayak Palace, featuring grand Indo-Saracenic architecture. In the evening, return to the temple to witness the ceremonial Aarti, a deeply spiritual experience. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangalore. On arrival, proceed to your hotel. Later visit ISKCON Temple, Bull Temple, featuring a massive Nandi statue, and Vidhana Soudha, an impressive government complex. Evening at Ulsoor Lake, which is spread over 50 hectares and has several small islands spread over it. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Mysore via Srirangapatna, Tipu Sultan’s historic capital. Visit Ranganathaswamy Temple and the island fortress. Continue to Mysore and check in. Later visit Brindavan Gardens, known for its musical fountain and landscaped terraces. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Mysore Palace, an Indo-Saracenic royal residence illuminated magnificently in the evenings. Continue to Chamundi Hills to see Chamundeshwari Temple and panoramic city views. En route, stop at the monolithic Nandi Statue. Later explore local markets known for sandalwood and silk. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Bangalore Airport for your onward journey. Upon departure, the tour concludes with cherished memories.
The final cost of a customized tour varies depending on accommodation choices, travel period, number of travellers and individual preferences. While an exact quotation can be provided upon finalization of details, the following indicative price range will help you plan your holiday (based on a minimum of two persons sharing a double room together).