DURATION
09 NIGHTS / 10 DAYS
REGION
North India
TRAVEL STYLE
PRIVATE JOURNEY
FLEXIBILITY
TAILOR-MADE
Your Journey At A Glance
Delhi → Jaipur → Agra → Khajuraho → Varanasi
ABOUT THE JOURNEY
Discover The Sacred India
Journey through some of North India’s most remarkable cultural, architectural and spiritual destinations, from the historic streets of Delhi and the royal palaces of Jaipur to the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra.
Continue to Khajuraho, renowned for its extraordinary UNESCO-listed temples and intricate stone carvings, before travelling to Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest living cities and India’s most important spiritual centers.
Along the way, experience colourful markets, ancient monuments, traditional temples, local communities and sacred rituals on the banks of the Ganges. Designed as a private journey, the itinerary can be tailored around your preferred pace, hotel category and interests.
AT A GLANCE
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore Delhi’s landmarks including Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, Raj Ghat and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib.
- Discover Jaipur’s royal heritage with Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal and Jantar Mantar.
- Visit Agra’s iconic Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daulah.
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Khajuraho Group of Monuments, including the magnificent Kandariya Mahadeva Temple.
- Experience spiritual Varanasi with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, Sarnath and an evening Ganga Aarti.
- Travel with private transportation, experienced local guides and comfortable transfers throughout the journey.
YOUR DAY-BY-DAY JOURNEY
Discover The Sacred India Journey
Day 01 : Arrive in Delhi
Welcome to India! On arrival at Delhi International Airport, meet your Yatu Travel representative and transfer to your hotel. Check in and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, allowing time to relax after your international journey.
Overnight: Delhi
Day 02 : Delhi Sightseeing
After breakfast, begin your exploration of Old Delhi with a visit to the magnificent Jama Masjid, followed by a traditional rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk. Continue to Raj Ghat and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, before exploring New Delhi with visits to Qutub Minar and the distinctive Lotus Temple. Drive past India Gate and Central Delhi’s government buildings before returning to your hotel.
Overnight: Delhi
Day 03 : Delhi → Jaipur
After breakfast, drive to Jaipur, Rajasthan’s celebrated Pink City. Stop en route for refreshments before continuing to your hotel for check-in. In the evening, visit the beautiful Birla Temple (Laxmi Narayan Temple) and experience the peaceful evening Aarti ceremony.
Overnight: Jaipur
Day 04 : Jaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast, visit the magnificent Amber Fort, with the option of an elephant ride subject to availability and local regulations. Continue past the picturesque Jal Mahal and iconic Hawa Mahal, before visiting the royal City Palace and the UNESCO-listed astronomical observatory, Jantar Mantar. Later, return to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Overnight: Jaipur
Day 05 : Jaipur → Abhaneri → Agra
After breakfast, drive towards Agra, stopping en route at Abhaneri to visit the remarkable Chand Baori, one of Rajasthan’s most impressive historic stepwells. Continue to Agra and check in at your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight: Agra
Day 06 : Taj Mahal & Agra Sightseeing
Early morning, visit the magnificent Taj Mahal at sunrise, when the monument is beautifully illuminated by the soft morning light. Return to the hotel for breakfast before continuing your sightseeing with a visit to the imposing Agra Fort and the elegant Itmad-ud-Daulah, often known as the “Baby Taj.” Later, return to your hotel.
Overnight: Agra
Day 07 : Agra → Khajuraho (By Train)
After breakfast, transfer to the railway station to board your train to Khajuraho. Travel aboard the Vande Bharat Express, subject to the operating schedule, offering a comfortable and modern rail journey. On arrival in Khajuraho, meet your representative and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Later, explore the Eastern and Southern Groups of Temples, followed by a visit to a nearby village for a glimpse into local rural life.
Overnight: Khajuraho
Day 08 : Khajuraho Sightseeing → Varanasi
After breakfast, visit Khajuraho’s magnificent Western Group of Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its exceptional temple architecture and detailed stone carvings. Explore the impressive Kandariya Mahadeva Temple along with other important temples in the complex. Later, return to the hotel, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Varanasi. On arrival, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Varanasi
Day 09 : Varanasi Sightseeing & Sarnath
Early morning, experience one of Varanasi’s most memorable moments with a boat ride along the River Ganges, witnessing the ghats and morning rituals as the city awakens. Return to your hotel for breakfast before continuing to the New Vishwanath Temple at Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Mandir and Sarnath, where Buddha is believed to have delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. In the evening, visit the ghats to experience the spiritual atmosphere of the Ganga Aarti ceremony before returning to your hotel.
Overnight: Varanasi
Day 10 : Varanasi → Delhi / Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Varanasi Airport for your flight to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, transfer to the international terminal for your onward flight, marking the end of your journey through India.
Tour Ends
BEFORE YOU TRAVEL
What Your Journey Covers
What's Included
- Accommodation in your selected hotel category.
- Daily breakfast at the listed hotels.
- Monument entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary.
- Experiences and activities mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private transportation throughout the journey.
- Local guides in each city visited.
- Arrival and departure assistance at the airport.
- Applicable government taxes.
Not Included
- International flights and airport taxes.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry and telephone calls.
- Any services not specifically mentioned under inclusions.
Make This Journey Your Own
This journey can be tailored around your travel dates, interests, hotel category and pace, giving you the freedom to travel your way.
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Why Travel With Yatu?
PRIVATE & TAILOR-MADE
Journeys designed around your dates, interests, travel style and preferred pace.
LOCAL EXPERTISE
First-hand destination knowledge supported by trusted local partners across India.
SAFE TRAVEL
Carefully planned travel with reliable assistance and support throughout your journey.
PERSONAL SUPPORT
Direct assistance from our India-based team before and throughout your journey.
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