Mix of diverse Indian culture, Spiritual beliefs, centuries old tradition & vibrant-colored streets
Highlights
- Taj Mahal - One of the 7 Wonders of the World.
- Visit of the temple dedicated to Mother India and River Ganges in Vanarasi.
- Visit the famous Hawa Mahal or 'The palace of wind.'
- Walking in the streets of these beautiful Indian cities, soak in the culture, art, and tradition.
- India: 8 Nights in India with Old and New Delhi, colorful city Jaipur, Tajmahal at Agra, Amer fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Khajuraho and Varanasi.
India Highlight Tour is a sumptuous mix of diverse Indian culture, Spiritual beliefs, centuries old tradition, vibrant-colored streets, and an immense treat of delights that no place on earth can offer.
India Highlight Tour starts from the capital Delhi and treats us with some pristine monuments from the era of Mughal kings till now. The streets are lively and unique cuisine welcomes us in every next street here. From the hustle and bustle of Chadhani chock to the vibrant markets of Old Delhi, you will find life in every bit of it. Sailing in the waves of cultural bliss and historical monuments, we reach the pink city of Jaipur. Explore the Pink city and the vibrant attire of the locals living in this gem of Rajasthan. Start your day here with some fresh and spicy snacks and slide through the highway to visit the majestic Taj Mahal. Discover this Mughal masterpiece holding the epitome of love and romance throughout the area. Witness the different shades, culture, and lifestyle of the people living in these areas as every place to stop has its own historical story to share. Overlooking the banks of River Ganges, experience the devotion and rituals of the pilgrims. Walking in the streets of these beautiful Indian cities, soak in the culture, art, and tradition that completes India.
India is a nation, so talked about amongst the world travelers that everyone has planned to visit this magical country at least once in their life. Discover India better with Asia Experiences.
YOUR JOURNEY DAY BY DAY
An AsiaExperiences representative/guide will approach you after reaching Delhi. After a quick introduction, he will take you to your hotel. He will also provide you with a brief introduction of the tour here. If you have enough time today, you can visit some of the nearby attractions here. The streets are lively, and you can learn a lot about general Indian culture here. In the evening, you can head out for some street and local foods in Delhi.
We will explore Delhi today. After breakfast, we will visit the significant monuments and attraction of the Indian capital. The day starts with a quick market tour of Old Delhi in a local Rickshaw. Trying some of the local street snacks, we will make our way to the beautiful India Gate on the eastern edge of the city. This colossal gate is made in the memories and honor of deceased Indian Soldiers. We will explore the Laxmi Narayan temple and lotus temple next before a visit to the RashtrapatiBhawan (presidential palace) here.The gardens and architecture that the palace holds are amazing. Our Delhi tour ends with a visit to QutbMinar complex. Also listed in the UNESCO world heritage site list, this monument complex constitutes of many sublime artistic components centered by the famous victory tower or QutbMinar. After exploring the complex, we will return to the hotel. Overnight at Delhi
After breakfast, we will have a short drive (3-4 hrs.) from Delhi to reach the pink city, Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan. In the way, we will stop in some of the local attractions and try the foods as well. After reaching Jaipur, we will head for a tour of city attractions here. JantarMantar is a fascinating destination here taking us closer to the ancient and medieval architectural instruments in their full glory. Next, we will visit the famous HawaMahal or 'The palace of wind,' which is a tall palace with a unique honeycomb architecture made from pink and red sandstone. Our exploration of the beautiful blend of Rajasthani and Mughal culture continues with visits to some other great destinations here. In the evening, we will view a magnificent sunset from JalMahal and return to the hotel. Overnight at Jaipur.
Jaipur, also known as 'the pink city' is the capital of Rajasthan state. This city is a great gateway to explore the Rajasthani culture, lifestyle, and experience hospitality with great hospitality and care to visitors. We will start our tour of Jaipur with Amber fort showcasing the most exceptional example of rich Rajput culture. We will walk in the streets here and try some local cuisine and viewing the local cultural attire in the time being.
We will then take a relaxed drive from Jaipur to Agra of about five hours with many attractions lying in between. One such attraction is the medieval city of FatehpurSikri, which once was the capital of the Mughal Empire. We will take a brief tour of the palace before heading to our next destination. There are many monuments to look after in this now-abandoned city. BulundDarwaza, the highest gateway in the world made by Mughal emperor Akbar is one of them. From, here we will continue the drive to the city of Agra. Overnight at a hotel in Agra.
We will explore Agra after breakfast today. Agra was one of the significant towns in the Mughal era. After reaching in Agra, we will head towards the majestic Itmad-Ud–Daulah's tomb. This tomb is also known as "Jewel Box" for the pristine architecture and surroundings. This tomb is also the first of many where Pietra Dura architecture of designing was used. After some time here, we will visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World, TajMahal. This masterpiece was made in the memories of Mumtaz by her husband Shah Jahan after her untimely demise. The garden, monument, surrounding places, and the overall complex are worth every bit of your time in Agra. Overnight at a hotel in Agra.
We will take a drive to the city of Jhansi as the first destination of today. Here, we will explore the city and fort of Orchha. This beautiful city was founded by RudraPratap Singh, the first king of Orchha in the 16th century. Here you can visit the magnificent Raja Mahal, Royal Chhatris and Ram Raja temple. With a brief exploration here, we will continue our way to Khajuraho.
In Khajuraho, we will visit the Khajuraho Group of Monuments here. This temple complex constituting of the Hindu and Jain shrines is also a UNESCO world heritage site. You can explore and learn about the unique Nagara-style architectural Symbolism. The walls are decorated with stone carving out erotic designs and sculptures here. These sculptures represent the lifestyle and celebrate the mood of women in different forms. There are 21 small and big temples in the whole complex premises, each holding ancient Indian art, and architecture. You can also learn a lot about typical Indian trading systems here. Overnight at a hotel in Khajuraho
We will take a train ride from Khajuraho to Varanasi today. Train ride completes a different segment and shade of quintessential experience in exploring India. The journey is smoother than a bus, and you can witness a lot of life in every intermediate station. You can try some local snacks and get a treat to remember in this ride. After reaching Varanasi, you will head straight to the hotel. In the evening, head out for a tour of the city. The traditional streets and houses give you some unique experiences. Overnight at a hotel in Varanasi.
We will start the day with thousands of Hindu devotees boating in the Ganges, the holiest rivers of India. From the boating cruise, you can view the Hindu rites as well as the form of cremation (by burning) in the banks. We will then drive towards Sarnath. Near the confluence of Ganges and Varuna rivers, Sarnath is an important religious site for Buddhist people all around the world. The Deer Park here is considered as the first place where Lord Buddha gave his Dharma teachings to five of his former companions. We will visit the stupa made by emperor Ashoka in his visit around 234 BC in Sarnath.
We will continue our Varanshi tour visiting the major religious shrines of the area. First, we will visit the temple of Bharat Mata, which is dedicated to Mother India. Inside you can explore the extended map of India with the picture of Bharat Mata. In the evening, we will head towards the DasawamedhGhat to witness the Aarati (a form of praying ritual) by the priests of the temple. Overnight at a hotel in Varanasi.
We resume our Vanarashi tour, and depending upon the time of your departure; we will visit some of the remaining attractions here. The flight to Delhi is about 90 minutes long to Delhi. You will board a second flight today from Delhi back to your home. Return with some of the great memories and taste of fabulous cuisine you have tried throughout the journey. Asia Experiences stay connected with you for your valuable suggestions and feedback. Your memories of this marvelous trip to India will blaze out long even after you've left its shores.
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- Airport pickups and drops service.
- Private ground transportation with A/C.
- Breakfast in india.
- Twin-sharing hotel accommodation.
- Local cultural tour guide with English speaking.
- Sightseeing entrance fees for museums and monuments.
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David Smith
Italy
18 Oct 2022
Asia Experiences for satisfying service
Our Bangladesh tour was short and sweet. A short break from the hectic work and a tour of Bangladesh was refreshing. We finalized our booking with Asia Experiences after several queries with other travel agencies. We loved their offer and best suited us. The capital of Dhaka and Sonargaon sightseeing was wonderful. In one word, thanks to Asia Experiences for satisfying service.Andrejs
Latvia
16 Oct 2022
Completed our tour smoothly
Our India Highlight tour was full of sightseeing to some of the historic and best places in India. The Taj Mahal visit was unforgettable. Overall we completed our tour smoothly and enjoyed it a lot. All appreciation for Asia Experiences for suitably managing the tour from the time of booking to the end. We rate you 5***** stars.Aoife
Ireland
16 Oct 2022
I wished to travel with AE Holidays again
The old & new Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, and Varanasi tours in India were full of surprises. In a short time, I visited so many wonderful places. Thanks, Netra for arranging my tour with quality service, a nice guide, and most importantly on time. I wished to travel with your company again. Strong recommendation to Asia Experiences.All rights reserved. Privacy Policy