Classical India

10 Days/9 Nights

Price Starting from 1550 USD $ PP

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1o Days 9 Nights visiting: Delhi /Jaipur/ Agra / Khajuraho /Varanasi

Unfold the beautiful Classical India with a journey to the busy metropolitan city Delhi. You get an opportunity to unveil the old and new capital, its ancient monuments and modern developments. Rajasthan wherein you can explore the pink city Jaipur. Jaipur is famous for its beautiful forts and palaces with sensational sculptures and lavish architecture. At Agra, the beautiful snow-white beauty stands as the replica of true love; the Taj Mahal. The passionate postures on the temple walls, the temple chattris of Orchha. Then moving to the incredible architecture of the Chandela temples at Khajuraho is the stunning beauty. Finally, The unforgettable voyage continues to the holiest and oldest city settled on the banks of the sacred river Ganges. Death here is considered to attain direct salvation.

Planning a Trip

Pre-departure planning is important. Here are certain things you should watch for and plan for.

Visas

Check with the Indian consulate or embassy in your country to find out if you will need a visa to visit the country of your destination, especially for an extended period of time. Some countries have extremely detailed and complicated entry/departure laws and treat visits of a week or two very differently from longer stays.

Money

If you’re traveling to one area, check the cost of living there. If it’s high you’ll probably want to budget more carefully and save some money before leaving. The lower the cost of living the less you’ll have to save, but be sure to have a backup reserve in emergency cases.

General Tips

Talk to other people who have done a similar trip.

If you don’t know anyone personally, try any of the dozens of online travel websites full of first-person travel stories covering every possible type of trip.

Plan big and loose. Read everything you can about the area.

There may be sights and attractions you didn’t know about. A rough outline of your trip might have three or four target points and a variety of ways to get between them.

You don’t want to find out that the weather isn’t what you thought, or the guide book was incorrect, after committing to 6 weeks in a specific spot.

Some trips will allow you more leeway than others. Travel plans in Asia can often be made day-by-day while summer travel in Europe should be organized at least a few weeks ahead unless you’re prepared to hunt around for hotel rooms and train seats.

Set up a pre-trip timeline so you don’t end up with a full to-do list during your last week of work or school.

Things to consider are doctor’s visits for a check-up, inoculations, and prescription refills; purchasing plane tickets; renewing passports, and obtaining visas and other documents.

Check your insurance coverage abroad and purchasing additional travel insurance if needed. Don’t forget visiting friends and family members!e

The longer the trip, the lighter you should pack. This might seem strange, but it’s true you can afford to lug a heavy bag around for a week or two, but do you want to have anything extra for a year?

Stick to the absolute basics and know what you can and cannot buy at your destination(s). There’s no point in bringing 6 months of toothpaste to Europe or buying a sarong at home to take to the tropics. If you are visiting several climates, try to arrange it so you visit the warmer places first and the coldest last. That way you can purchase sweaters and long pants and not have to carry them any more than needed. Alternately, visit cold climates first and then ship unneeded layers home — or sell them off.

A good rule of thumb is to bring one outfit for the hottest day you’re likely to encounter, one for an average day, and one for the coldest.

Make sure everything goes with everything else (if that’s important to you), and remember that layers are always best.

Be prepared for uncomfortable trips. You will often find yourself in a busy, cramped, economy class environment and it could be for many hours – especially long plane trips.

If you want to arrive at your destination refreshed and able to enjoy the sights, then try a good quality travel pillow to support your head, some earplugs to block out the screaming babies, and an eye cover to block out the sun or cabin lights.

Just avoid those cheap U-shaped pillows from airport shops – your head drops forward and you wake up with a stiff neck.

Make contact with the locals before you go.

Maybe you have a friend-of-a-friend or a foreign exchange student from high school you remember, or just found a friend through a travel website; almost everyone is happy to welcome a foreign visitor to their hometown. This might be as elaborate as a homestay for a few weeks, or just coffee in their hometown or dinner at a local restaurant.

Getting Around

A perfect city for exploring on foot with a shop around every corner. Much of the inner city can be walked without trouble, however, in parts walking includes crowds, uneven streets, heavy traffic, and skinny sidewalks. If that’s a problem, there are plenty of taxis to ride in and scooters to rent.

How to Travel

Subway – The metro is the fastest transportation. Running 5 am to 10 pm every day in all the Major Cities of India.
Bus & Train – Operated by an independent organization, buses, and trains include wifi access for the public. You can take any bus or train marked with the (B Public) sign for free.
Taxi – Available in all parts of the city. From a restaurant or hotel, you can have them call the city taxi service.
Car – Rental cars are easy to get and hotels have good parking prices. Once in the main city, you can often walk so we suggest returning the when you arrive.
Bike – The best way to get around, other than walking, is by bike. If you don’t mind hills, you can bike anywhere. If that’s not for you, stick to the inner city with your bike.

Mini Trips

Just a few miles away you can explore the history and legacy, drink wine and relax. You can wander the hills or be lulled by the fountains. If you have time, the attractions can fill 3 days. We’ve highlighted the best ones here.

Tours

Because of the number of sights to see, some first-time visitors should start with an organized tour. Some things can be covered in-depth, others are just useful for getting your bearings.

The leading tour operators use local historians to lead their tours. Guides offer walking tours, including visits to monuments, museums, and historic locations, as well as eating tours. Tour prices can be high, but most participants consider them a trip highlight. In addition, there are many family-related tours, sights, and more appealing activities for children.

Walking tours, like the 3-hour ghost tour, is exclusive in the early evening. A bus excursion ruins special tours as you’ve never seen. Also worth consideration, a group of art historians and architects do a theatrical retelling of dramatic scripts. Go on a tour, and expect guides to break out into a rendition of “Singing in the Rain”, it’s a lot of fun.

Trip Attractions

Rickshaw Ride at Chandni Chowk (Old Delhi).
Elephant Ride at Amber Fort.
Boat Ride at Varanasi.
visit Benares Hindu University at varanasi.

Travel Resources

Quick Tips

Banks – Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 2 pm. Some banks are closed for lunch.
Emergencies – For police, dial a local phone number; for an ambulance call a hospital.
Internet Access – Wifi is standard in most hotels and free in many coffee shops.
Mail – Buy stamps at the Post Office. Convenient post offices have located in all cities. Most are open Monday to Friday 9 am to 3 pm.
Safety – Pickpocketing can be a common problem. It is suggested for men to keep wallets in their front pockets. Purse snatching also occurs at times.

Visitor Information

This site contains information with a very personal and friendly structure. It also has great links to other related sites online.

Information, internet access, maps, and train passes are available at local Tourist Information terminals. These are located at various sites around the city. Expect a wait if you arrive late in the afternoon or during lunchtime. Local travel agencies are also helpful for quick information and finding hotels. There is no service charge for these services. Hours are Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm, and Saturday 10 am to 2 pm.

Transportation

Getting in from the airport and other arrival locations. Travel planning is about more than just knowing where you’re going. Prepares to navigate, take control and be ready for anything. This section helps you steer clear of disaster and stay open to enjoy the unexpected.

Plane – Flights arrive at the main airport near the city center. If flying from European cities, you might land at a connecting airport. There is a tourist information office at the Terminal E, international arrivals, open 8 am to 6 pm.
Train – A train station is on the lower level of the airport. To get into the city, follow the marked signs.
Taxi – From the airport, there is a flat rate for the 1-hour trip, depending on traffic.
Train & Bus – Trains and buses arrive at the city center. This is the transportation hub for the city and is surrounded by hotels.

A perfect place for exploring on foot, with local shops around every corner. You will eventually walk somewhere, it’s just going to happen. If you don’t like crowds, uneven cobblestones, heavy traffic, or narrow sidewalks, take a taxi or rent a scooter.

Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi

Today on reaching International Airport you will meet and assist by our representative and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2: Delhi

After breakfast, you will proceed for sightseeing in Delhi visit Rajghat, Jama Masjid in Old Delhi- the biggest mosque in India, Red fort, India Gate the war memorial built by the British, Rashtrapati Bhawan – one of the grandest presidential palaces in the world, Qutub Minar and Bangla Sahib. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3: Delhi – Jaipur (Appx.260 Kms )

After breakfast leave for Jaipur, Jaipur – the city of Victory, is also known as the Pink City. It is a city well conserved and living past with dramatic hilltop forts and wonderful palaces. Founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the year 1729 is known for its structural design, colourful traditions, and welcoming people. Upon arrival check in at your hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Jaipur

After breakfast visit one of the main tourist attractions located on the crafty hill – The Amber Fort constructed in 1592 AD, a royal elephant will take you to the vibrant entrance of the fort. Later enjoy a half-day city tour of Jaipur visiting the landmark – The City Palace and its museum. Just next to the entrance of City Palace is situated Jantar Mantar – The largest stone Observatory in the world built between 1727-33 AD and The spectacular Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) was built-in 1799 AD. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5: Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (Appx.250 Kms )

After breakfast leave for Agra en route to visit Fatehpur Sikri. Further, continue the drive to Agra. Upon arrival check in at your hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6: Agra

After breakfast you will proceed for a visit to the Taj Mahal, People come from various parts of the world to Agra to see the miraculous Taj Mahal one of the most beautiful monuments in the world. The beauty of this magnificent white marble attraction of Agra leaves its tourists spellbound. After the Taj Mahal, we move towards the Agra Fort – one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture. Overnight at Hotel.

Day7: Agra – Jhansi (by train) – Khajuraho via Orchha

After breakfast board the superfast train to Jhansi – the gateway to Khajuraho and Orchha towns. On arrival at Jhansi, you will meet with our driver and drive to Khajuraho via Orchha which is at a distance of 16 km from Jhansi. Orchha was the capital of the Bundela rajas from the 16th century to 1783. Visit Orchha Fort and the Jehangir Mahal. Also, visit Ram Raja Temple and the Chaturbhuj Temple. Later in the afternoon continue the drive to Khajuraho “the World Heritage Site”. On arrival check into your hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8: Khajuraho – Varanasi (By Air)

After breakfast you will proceed for visit to the Western and Eastern Group of temples – India’s unique gift to the world and are UNESCO world heritage site. Built-in 9th and 10th century Temples highlight the existential ethos in religion that venerates Yoga and Bhoga. Later you will be transferred to Airport to board the flight for Varanasi, a very holy city in Hinduism and it is the oldest living city in the world. Meet our representative on arrival and check into your Hotel. Later in the evening enjoy Aarti on the river Ganges. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9: Varanasi

Early morning take the boat ride on the tranquil river the Ganges or walk along the holy Ghats that will give you a lifetime experience. Return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast take an excursion tour to one of the important pilgrims of Buddhist followers – Sarnath. This is the site where Gautama Buddha is said to have given his first sermon about the basic principles of Buddhism. Later visit Vishwanath temple, it is the main attraction along with the Benares Hindu University. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10: Varanasi – Delhi – Departure (By Air)

After breakfast, you will be free from your own activities. Later you will be transferred to Airport to board the flight for Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, you will meet and transfer to International Airport to board your flight for your onward Journey. (You must reach the Airport 3 Hrs before the flight departs from the Airport.)