Highlights of North & Center India

Day 1 st – Delhi
Arrival at Delhi International Airport. Following customs, immigration, formalities and
baggage collection, a Festive India Tours representative will meet you as you exit the
arrivals terminals building after which you would be transferred to your hotel.
A symbol of the country’s rich past and thriving present, Delhi is a city where ancient and
modern blend seamlessly together. Delhi showcases an ancient culture and a rapidly
modernizing country. Dotted with monuments there is much to discover here.
After a little rest you will start your journey of Delhi with visit of Lotus temple and
Humayun’s tomb.
Night stay at Hotel.

Day 02 nd – Jaipur
Enthralling, Historical Jaipur, Rajasthan’s Capital, is the gateway of India’s most flamboyant
state. The city’s colorful, chaotic streets ebb and flow with a heady brew of old and new.
In the morning after breakfast you will start your journey of Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur and check in
to the hotel. In the evening you will visit Monkey Temple (Galta Temple) & Birla Temple.
Night stay at Hotel.

Day 03 rd – Jaipur
At the city’s heart, The City Palace continues to house the former royal family, The Jantar
Mantar, The royal observatory, maintains a heavenly aspect and just out of sight, in the arid
hill country surrounding the city, is the fairy-tale grandeur of Amber Fort, Jaipur’s star
attraction.
In the morning you will Head towards Amber town in route having a photo stop at Jal Mahal
and Hawa Mahal, Later you will visit Panna Meena Step-Well, Jagat Shiromani Temple &
Amber Palace. After Amber palace you will visit City palace and Observatory.
Night stay at Hotel.

Day 04 th – Agra
The magical allure of the Taj Mahal draws tourists to Agra like moths to a wondrous flame.
And despite the hype, it’s every bit as good as you’ve heard. Abhaneri is most famous for
“Chand Baori (Step-well)”. This step-well traditionally used to conserve and store water and
for public baths. Agra straddles a large bend along the holy Yamuna River. The fort and the
Taj, both overlook the river on different parts of the bend.
In the morning you will start your journey to Agra in route visiting Abhaneri. Arrive Agra and
check into the hotel. Later you will visit Agra Fort & “The Taj Mahal”.
Night stay at Hotel.
Note : Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.

Day 05 th – Orchha
Orchha remains steadfast as the major historical site that has maintained the culture and
legends of the rulers of the Bundela dynasty. Chieftain Rudra Pratap Singh founded Orchha
on a piece of land along the Betwa river.
In the morning you start your journey to Orchha in route visiting Gwalior Fort. Arrive
Orchha and Check into the hotel. Later you will go for sightseeing of Raja Mahal, Orchha
Fort, Chaturbhuj Temple & Cenotaphs.
Night stay at Hotel.

Day 06 th – Khajuraho
Khajuraho temples were built between 950 and 1050 by the Chandela dynasty. Historical
records note that the Khajuraho temple site had 85 temples by the 12th century, spread over
20 square kilometers Of these, only about 25 temples have survived, spread over six square
kilometers. Of the surviving temples, the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is decorated with a
profusion of sculptures with intricate details, symbolism and expressiveness of ancient
Indian art.
In the morning you start your journey to Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho and check into the
hotel. Later you will go for sightseeing of Chausath Jogini Temple, Kandariya mahadev
Temple, Laxmana Temple.
Night stay at Hotel.

Day 07 th – Varanasi
Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Benaras, stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of
India's religious and cultural heritage. Nestled along the holy Ganges River, this city is not
just a place; it's an experience that transcends time, where every alleyway, every ghat, and
every chant holds a piece of history and spirituality.
In the morning start your journey to Varanasi. Arrive varanasi and check into the hotel. Later
in the evening you will go to enjoy very famous Ganga Aarti at Ghat.
Night stay in Hotel.

Day 08 th – Varanasi
Varanasi is a destination and a journey into the heart of India's spiritual ethos. It invites
travelers to immerse themselves in its sacred aura, witness the confluence of life and death,
and explore the depths of their spirituality amidst its timeless charm.
In the morning you will go for sightseeing of Kashi Vishvanath Temple, Bharat Mata
Temple, streets of Varanasi and Buddhist Sacred place Sarnath Stupa.
Night stay at Hotel.

Day 09 th – Delhi
The seat of many powerful empires in the past, its long history can be traced in its many
carefully-preserved monuments, ancient forts and tombs.
This morning you will head back to Delhi via Flight and transfer to Hotel. After check in at
hotel you will visit the “Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar and drive past the India gate, The
Parliament buildings, Rashtrapati bhawan”.
Night stay at Hotel.

Day 10 th – Delhi
This morning you will check out from hotel and transfer to Airport for your onward flight.