Day 1: Delhi Sightseeing – Drive to Jaipur

Pick-up from your hotel, airport, or railway station in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram.

Delhi Half-Day Tour:

• India Gate – 42-meter-high war memorial honoring 80,000 Indian soldiers who died in WWI.
• Qutub Minar – 73-meter-tall minaret built in 1193 by Qutb-ud-din Aibak; a brilliant Indo-Islamic architectural wonder.
• Lotus Temple – A Baháʼí House of Worship known for its stunning lotus-shaped design and serene ambiance.
• Drive past President’s House and Parliament House, examples of British-era colonial architecture.

 Afternoon: Drive to Jaipur (approx. 4.5 hrs)
Overnight Stay: Jaipur

Day 2: Jaipur Sightseeing – Drive to Agra

After breakfast, full-day Jaipur tour:

• Amber Fort – A majestic 16th-century hilltop fort showcasing Mughal and Rajput architecture; ride or walk up to the grand entrance.
• Jal Mahal – The elegant Water Palace in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. (Photo Stop)
• Hawa Mahal – The iconic Palace of Winds with 953 jharokhas (windows), built in 1799 for royal ladies to observe street festivals. (Photo Stop)
• City Palace – Home to Jaipur’s royal family; an architectural blend of Mughal and Rajasthani styles.
• Jantar Mantar – UNESCO-listed stone observatory with the world’s largest sundial.

Optional Artisan Experience (Time Permitting):
Explore Jaipur’s traditional crafts:

• Block Printing – Watch artisans hand-print intricate designs on textiles using natural dyes.
• Gemstone Jewelry – Explore shops with fine cutting and polishing of semi-precious stones.
• Miniature Paintings – See centuries-old painting techniques in action.
• Bandhani & Leheriya Textiles – Visit local workshops producing vibrant tie-dye fabrics.

Evening: Drive to Agra (approx. 4 hrs)

 Overnight Stay: Agra

Day 3: Taj Mahal Sunrise – Agra Fort

 Early Morning Visit:

• Taj Mahal at Sunrise – Witness the beauty of this white marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. A symbol of eternal love and India's most famous monument.

 Return to hotel for breakfast.

 Next Stop:

• Agra Fort – A UNESCO-listed red sandstone fortress built by Akbar in 1565. Once the seat of the Mughal Empire, with palaces, audience halls, and gardens.

 Optional Handicraft Stop (Time Permitting):

• Marble Inlay Workshop – Observe skilled artisans demonstrating the traditional "Pietra Dura" craft.
• Leather Goods Market – Discover Agra’s premium leather products including bags, belts, and footwear.

 Overnight Stay: Agra

Day 4: Agra to Varanasi by Vande Bharat Express

 Early Transfer to Agra Cantt Railway Station (5:30 AM)
Train: Vande Bharat Express to Varanasi (Dep. 6:00 AM – Arr. 1:00 PM; except Mondays)
Breakfast served onboard

 Arrival in Varanasi: Transfer to hotel and rest.

 Evening Spiritual Experience:

• Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat – Witness India’s most sacred ritual on the ghats of the Ganges. Priests perform a synchronized fire and chant ceremony as lamps float on the holy river.

 Overnight Stay: Varanasi

Day 5: Varanasi Sightseeing

Early Morning Experience:

• Assi Ghat – Attend “Subah-e-Banaras” featuring Vedic chants, live classical music, and spiritual rituals.
• Sunrise Boat Ride – Glide along the Ganges, watching daily rituals and cremation ceremonies along the ghats.
• Kashi Vishwanath Temple – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas and one of Hinduism’s most revered shrines.

 Return to hotel for breakfast.

Afternoon City Tour:

• BHU (Banaras Hindu University) – Founded in 1916; one of India’s top academic institutions.
• Durga Temple – An 18th-century red-hued temple dedicated to Goddess Durga.
• Kina Ram Aghori Ashram – Learn about the mystical Aghori sect and its rituals.
• Traditional Gurukul – Understand India’s ancient system of knowledge passed through oral traditions.

 Overnight Stay: Varanasi

Day 6: Flight to Delhi – Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Varanasi Airport
Flight to Delhi (Included)
Drop-off at Delhi Airport / Hotel / Railway Station
Tour Ends with lifetime memories and soulful experiences.