North India Tour Packages

After breakfast we will start the tour by visiting New Delhi: designed and built by the British in the 1920’s it’s a city of wide boulevards, impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit two monuments from Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House. Old Delhi: an ancient walled city. Here you will see Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Moghul Empire; Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and colourful market of the old city.

(259 Kms. / 5 Hours)

Drive to Mandawa – situted in Shekhawati region, known as “Open air art gallery of Rajasthan” covering towns such as – Nawalgarh – Dundlod – Mandawa. The Shekhawati region is famous for its beautiful painted havelis (mansions), constructed by merchants of this region in 18th and 19th centuries.

(190 Kms. Approx 4 hours drive)

Drive to Bikaner – After breakfast drive to Bikaner & In afternoon enjoy the sightseeing of Bikaner starting to Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace & Jain temple. Fortified city situated on the ancient caravan route of Thar Desert. 32 Kms. From Bikaner is Deshnoke, famous for its Rat Temple (Karni Mata Temple).

(330kms / 5 Hours)

Drive to Jaisalmer, Driving through the Thar desert and arrive at Jaisalmer, one of the jewels in India’s crown also known as Golden city. Exquisite wood and sandstone buildings dot the town and within Jaisalmer Fort are homes, hotels and shops hidden in ancient lane ways.

After breakfast visit the Jaisalmer Fort – The oldest living Fort in the world having astonishing Havelis (Mansions) such as Salim Singh and Patwo ki haveli . In the afternoon, proceed to the Sam village to experience Camel safari on sand dunes. View the sunset from the dunes, as the sky is set on fire. Return to the village for dinner amidst Desert Folk musicians playing desert symphony and folk dances.

(275 kms / 4-5 Hours)

Drive to Jodhpur. Afternoon sight seeing of Jodhpur visit the Mehrangarh Fort founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha (after whom the city is named). The Fort is intricately adorned with long carved panels and latticed windows of exquisite designs in red sandstone. Also visit Jaswant Thada- an imposing white marble cenotaph built to commemorate the acts of bravery and generosity of the rulers in 19th century.

(250 Kms. 5 Hours)

Drive to Udaipur, en-route visit world famous Jain Temples at Ranakpur. Admire the workmanship from the 16th century temples. The whole structure has 80 domes and 400 pillars. Lunch at homely resort. Continue your drive to Udaipur.

Morning sightseeing of Udaipur visiting The City Palace and Museum is considered as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. Pratap Memorial has the bronze statue of Maharana Pratap, the legendary warrior king of Udaipur. Jagdish Temple which was built in 1651 AD. Saheliyon Ki Bari is a small ornamental garden. Late afternoon enjoy boat-ride on Lake Pichola visiting many Ghats (banks) of washing, bathing etc and enjoy excellent views of the Lake Palace and City Palace.

(300 Kms. 5 Hours)

Drive to Jaipur, en-route visit Pushkar – The holiest place for Hindus. This is the place where Lord Brahma (the Creator) and his wife Saraswati (the goddess of learning and music) performed a ritual. Here we visit the only Brahma temple in the world before intermingling with the colors in the local bazaar. Pushkar is also world famous for its cattle fair, which is held each year in the month of October – November and continue drive to Jaipur.

After a busy day exploring Pushkar, you will reach Jaipur. A unique way to unwind is by participating in an evening live cooking class. This experience offers a blend of the city's traditional flavors, the aroma of cooking, and the warmth of its hospitality. 

Guests not only learn Indian cooking techniques but also gain insight into the nuances of using local ingredients and the culture behind the cuisine. This session provides a tranquil moment amidst the hustle and bustle of travel, where the sounds, smells, and tastes of cooking combine in a softly lit environment to create a warm and creative evening. Under the guidance of an experienced food host, guests get hands-on cooking experience and end the day with the satisfaction of enjoying the dishes they have prepared themselves.

Morning excursion to Amber Fort, situated outside the walled city, is perhaps the most beautiful example of Rajasthani forts. You can have the unique experience of riding on elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur including, City Palace in the heart of Jaipur known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the Central Museum with its large collection of woodwork. Another monument near the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh-I, the founder ruler of Jaipur. Stop at Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, a seven storied facade and one of the most picturesque monuments constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen.

(260 kms. / 5 - 7 Hours) (Taj is Closed of Every Friday)

After breakfast at the hotel, we drive down to Agra, but en route we stop over at Abhaneri, situated about 162 kms. from Ranthambore. This little village has one of Rajasthan’s most awesome ‘baoris’ (= stepwells). It is around 30 metres deep and among the largest stepwells in India. It not only stores water but is also very effective for groundwater harvesting. This stepwell, famous for its distinctive construction and a truly unique design, is one-of-a-kind and considered as the most picturesque in the world, which therefore naturally attracts a lot of attention from the visitors.

Fatehpur Sikri: This magnificent fortified ghost city was the capital of the Mughal Empire between 1571 and 1585, during the reign of Emperor Akbar. Although brilliant from an architectural point of view, Akbar’s city was erected in an area that was plagued by water shortages and it was abandoned shortly after Akbar’s death because of this.

Fatehpur Sikri’s beautiful and magnificent Jama Masjid (now brilliantly restored) is said to be a copy of the mosque at Mecca. The main entrance is through the impressive 54 metre-high Buland Darwaza (Victory Gate), considered as the tallest gateway in the world. It was constructed to commemorate Akbar’s victory in Gujarat.

In the northern part of the courtyard is the superb white marble ‘dargah’ or tomb of the sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chisti, who Akbar credited with bringing him a heir. The carved marble lattice screens (‘jalis’) are probably the finest examples of such work you will see anywhere in the country.

This amazing courtyard has many other wonders, such as the Palace of Jodh Bai, Birbal Bhavan, Panch Mahal and of course, Diwan-i-Khas (The Hall of Private Audiences) and ‘Diwan-i-Am’ (The Hall of Public Audiences). All these structures reflect the glory and the grandeur of the Mughal Empire. Upon arrival at Agra, we check-in at the hotel.

(253 Kms. / 5 Hours)

Morning city sightseeing tour visiting The Taj Mahal, which is entirely made of white marble and its walls are decorated with exquisite pietra dura (stone inlay) work. Also visit Agra Fort (also called the Red Fort), which retains the irregular outline of the demolished mud-wall fort of the Lodis. Then drive to Orchha. Situated on the banks of the Betwa River, Orchha has changed little over the centuries. Originally a hunting area, it became the centre and capital of the Bundelas. Orchha has more temples and palaces than any town of this size deserves! Spend time here exploring the palace and temples scattered across the peaceful countryside, walking in rural areas untouched by modern life and meeting the very friendly local people. You will have free time to stroll down the streets or walk along the river. May spend evening taking in the puja ceremony at the Ram Raja Temple, depending on the season.

(176 Kms. / 3 Hours)

Drive to Khajuraho, passing through the rural areas of Madhya Pradesh to the remote town of Khajuraho. Home to the beautifully preserved ancient and famous temples which are famous for explicit carvings depicting the full range of the Eroticism (Kama Sutra).

Morning sight seeing shows us the temples built during the 9th to the 11th centuries by the powerful dynasty of Chandela Rajputs. The temples with their erotic sculptures are a feast to the eyes. The Chandelas built 85 temples in all but today only 20 temples stand intact. Visit the eastern and western group of temples before being transferred to the airport to catch your flight to Varanasi. Upon your arrival at Varanasi, you will get assistance and transfer to your hotel. In the evening visit River Ganges by boat and see praying ceremony of holy river Ganges.

Varanasi, formerly known as Banaras, is one of the most important religious cities in India. When you walk the crowded streets of the old city near the Ganges River, you will see holy men, holy cows, and holy temples all over the place. Early in the morning at the time of sunrise visit banks of the river Ganges and have boat ride to see the morning ablutions of the Hindus. See the Kashi Vishwanath temple and the Gyanvyapi kund and the mosque attached to it. Also visit the Banaras Hindu University the largest residential university in India with more than 3000 residential students. Later visit Sarnath the sacred city for the Buddhist all over the world. It was here that Lord Buddha preached his first sermon to his first five disciples. Also worth visiting is the museum with artifacts dating back to 3rd Century BC. Visit the nearby ruins of the ancient seat of learning in Sarnath.

In the morning, take a leisurely breakfast; later take a flight to Delhi. Arrival at Delhi and You can visit Sikh Temple or you can walk around Cannaught Place. Take a dinner at one of the restaurants on time transfer to the international airport for your flight for next destination. North India tours gets over with the Tour of Memories leaving behind a tapestry of laughter, flavors, and friendships woven together under the vibrant hues of India and back to your home and share the spirit of India with everyone you meet.