Embark on an incredible journey in North India to explore the best destination in the region. Your journey starts from Delhi and takes you to other major destinations including Jaipur, Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan, Kosi, Haridwar, and Rishikesh. The North India Journey tour will end in Delhi. On this very special tour in North India, you will have a wonderful opportunity to see various monuments and temples along with other attractions of the region. What’s more. Embark on the North India Journey tour and gather the memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Places to See: Delhi – Jaipur – Agra – Mathura – Vrindavan – Kosi – Haridwar – Rishikesh – Delhi
Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
Upon arrival at New Delhi International Airport, a Shantanu Cultural Trails representative will meet and greet you. Later, you will be transferred to your pre-booked hotel in Delhi. After some rest at the hotel, visit the nearby market and expensive the aura of the city. Later in the evening, return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing
Post breakfast, embark on a guide sightseeing tour covering the important attractions of Old Delhi and New Delhi as well. Major sightseeing attractions include Red Fort, Rajghat, Jama Masjid, Chandani Chowk, India Gate, Parliament House, President House, Humayun’s Tomb, Birla Mandir, Lotus Temple, and Qutub Minar. Red Fort, Qutub Minar, and Humayun’s Tomb are UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Delhi. After exploring the attractions of Delhi, return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur
Check out from the hotel in Delhi after having your breakfast. Drive towards Jaipur, the largest and capital city of the Indian State of Rajasthan. On arrival in Jaipur, get the assisted transfer to the pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and relax. Later, enjoy sightseeing in Jaipur, the Pink City of India. Attractions include City Palace, Hawa Mahal, and Jantar Mantar (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 04: Jaipur
In the early morning, take an excursion to Amer Fort located on the outskirts of the city atop a high hill. Enjoy an elephant ride to ascend the fort complex. See the beautiful structures inside the fort complex. Also, visit Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort. Return to the hotel en route to visit the Jal Mahal Palace located in the middle of a lake. Have your breakfast at the hotel. After some rest, enjoy exploring the city and other attractions like Albert Hall Museum. Also, enjoy the shopping at the local markets of the city. Come to the hotel by evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 05: Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra
After having a hearty breakfast, proceed to Agra, a historical city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. On the way to Agra, you will stop at Fatehpur Sikri which is an abandoned town of Mughals. Here, you will visit Panch Mahal, Jodha Bai Palace, Birbal House, Salim Chisti Dargah, Jama Masjid, and Buland Darwaza. On arrival in Agra, you will get the assisted transfer to the pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and relax. In the evening, have a walk in nearby surroundings. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 06: Agra Sightseeing
In the early morning, visit the Taj Mahal, India’s star attraction and one of the most beautiful monuments in the world. The Taj Mahal is a historical Mughal monument built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The beauty of the Taj Mahal is exceptional and will never fail to seize your heart. Return to the hotel for your breakfast. Later, visit the Agra Fort which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the beautiful structures inside the fort complex. Thereafter, visit another Mughal monument, Itmad-Ud-Daulah Tomb, also called the Baby Taj, Jewel Box, and the Draft of the Taj Mahal. The interior of the Itmad-Ud-Daulah tomb is considered even more beautiful than the interior of the Taj Mahal. Return to the hotel on time. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 07: Agra – Mathura – Vrindavan – Kosi
Check out from the hotel in Agra after having your breakfast. Drive towards Mathura-Vrindavan, a holy city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. On arrival, get the assisted transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and relax. Later, visit the famous places and attractions like Dwarkadhish Temple, Shiva Temple, Katra Masjid, Vishram Ghat, Kans Fort, etc. Proceed to Kosi and enjoy a boat ride. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 08: Kosi – Haridwar – Rishikesh
After having breakfast, move towards Haridwar, a holy city in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. On arrival, check in at the hotel and get freshen up, and get ready to visit Mansa Devi Temple, Har ki Pauri, etc. In the afternoon, move to Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. On arrival in the evening, check into the hotel and relax. Later have a small walk nearby the hotel. Back to the hotel to have dinner and overnight stay.
Day 09: Rishikesh
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour in Rishikesh. Have fun in the ultimate atmosphere and get involved in your own activities. Also, visit the famous ashrams. Return to the hotel by evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 10: White Water Rafting on the Ganges in Rishikesh
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel in Rishikesh. Then, get ready for more. Enjoy exhilarating white-water rafting in Rishikesh. Return to the hotel on time. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 11: Rishikesh – Delhi – Departure
Have your breakfast at the hotel in Rishikesh. Check out from the hotel and then drive back to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, a representative from Shantanu Cultural Trails will transfer you to New Delhi International Airport. Take a flight back to your home destination with the sweet memories of the North India Journey Tour. The tour ends.
