Day 01 Arrive Delhi

Arrive at Delhi; you will clear customs and immigration & meet our representative, holding a play card with your name on it in the arrival lounge, who will transfer you to the hotel & assist check-in the hotel.

Day 02 Delhi (Sightseeing)

After breakfast leave for full day city tour of Delhi, Capital and busiest city of India. Old & New Delhi present a stunning juxtaposition of sights and sounds with the ancient city built by Emperor Shah Jahan the builder of the famous Taj Mahal, and the new garden city built in 1911 by the British.

First of all visit India Gate, famous war memorial at the east end of Rajpath. Edward Lutyens designed this 42 m high gate structure in memory of the thousands of Indians who sacrificed their lives in World War I. Today, an eternal flame is lit under the gate known as Amar Jawan Jyoti, to honor the unknown soldiers and the martyrs who lost their lives in the Pakistan war of 1971. Also visit Rajghat (the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi). Later on visit Lotus Temple (Bahai Temple) which is the most extravagant architectural wonder of the Bahai faith, located in Kalkaji, south of Delhi. The temple in white is shaped like a half opened lotus flower, which is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand, the Lotus Temple is a marvel of 20th century architecture. The lotus shaped temple in a modern and contemporary form captivates into its sanctum sanctorum people from all races, religious backgrounds and culture from around the globe. It represents the Bahai faith - an independent world religion, divine in origin, all embracing in scope, broad in its outlook, scientific in its method, humanitarian in its principles, and dynamic in the influence. 

In the late afternoon visit Humayun's tomb, which was built in 1565 A.D by Hamida Banu Begum (Humayun's widow). Visiting Humayun's tomb is a wonderful experience where you get to see the Mughal architecture and the history of Mughal India. Humayun's tomb is preceded by a tomb with blue dome. The dome has been made with Persian tiles which became very popular since Mughals came to India. Later on drive past President's House, Parliament House & Secretariat Building.

Day 03 Delhi - Agra

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and depart on a four hours journey to Agra. On arriving to Agra check-in into hotel and rest of the day you may feel free to relax at your hotel. OR you can explore the local markets for shopping.

Shopping in Agra: Agra is also known for its fabulous handicrafts such as Marble and soft stone inlay work, gold thread embroidery (zari and zardozi), metalware, exquisite hand -knotted silk and woolen carpets and leather goods including bags, shoes and clothing The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took personal interest and was an accomplished artist herself in zari embroidery work. Semi-precious and precious Jewellery in Mughal style is also available.

Day 04 Agra (Sightseeing)

Early morning visit the Taj Mahal, India’s most fascinating and beautiful masterpiece. Set amidst landscaped gardens on the banks of the Yamuna river, this edifice was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. After her untimely death, Shah Jahan had her mortal remains buried in this mausoleum and after his own demise he was placed to rest next to his beloved queen in the same mausoleum. The Taj is most enthralling in the quietness of early morning. With the rising Sun the white marble changes its colour and hues and it is excellent for photography. 

After breakfast visit Agra Red Fort which is surrounded by a 70 feet high wall. It is home to the beautiful Pearl Mosque and numerous palaces including the Jahangir Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am and Moti Masjid. Later it was used by his son Jehangir as the seat of power. With four gates the Fort is enclosed by a double barricaded wall of red sand stone. The Jahangir Mahal is reached through an impressive gateway and its inner courtyard consists of beautiful halls, profuse carvings on stone, exquisitely carved heavy brackets, piers and cross beams.

Day 05 Agra - Delhi

After breakfast you may feel free to relax at your hotel. In the afternoon check-out from the hotel and drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and check-in into hotel and rest of the day feel free to relax at your hotel.

Day 06 Delhi - Haridwar - Garhwal

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Rishikesh. On your way to Rishikesh attend Ganga Aarti ceremony - Aarti is a traditional ceremony performed at dusk in the temples or on the ghats beside the holy river. ‘Deepas’ (the oil or ghee lamps) are offered to God accompanied by prayers, mantras and chants. Aarti can be performed for a deity in the temple or on the banks of Ganges to the holy mother Ganga. The essence of the ceremony is that all day long God offers us light – the light of sun, the light of life, the light of his (her) blessings. Aarti is the time when we say “thank you” and we offer back the light of our love and the light of our devotion. We realize that the small deepa is nothing compared to the divine light, which shines on us all day. On reaching Garhwal check-in into Ananda Spa.

Day 07 To Day 10 Garhwal

Day 11 Drive to Delhi (Departure)

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and car with driver will be at your disposal until departure transfer to International Airport to catch flight for onward destination. (Breakfast)