Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrival at Delhi airport, transfer to hotel. Rest and free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. Explore Delhi's highlights, including Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Khari Baoli Spice Market (on a cycle rickshaw), Raj Gath, Humayun Tomb, Qutab Minar, and Lotus Temple. Also, drive by the President House, Parliament, and India Gate. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: Delhi - Lucknow (flight)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Lucknow. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Explore Lucknow's attractions, including Bara Imambara, British Residency, Chattar Manzil, Jama Masjid, and Rumi Darwaza. Drive by government colonial buildings like Vidhan Bhavan, Secretariat, and Hazratganj, a major shopping area. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Lucknow - Ayodhya (135kms)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Ayodhya, check in at the hotel. Visit Lord Sri Ram Temple and other religious and historical sites such as Ram Ki Paidi, Jain Temple, Birla Temple, Gulab Bari, and Kanak Bhawan. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Ayodhya - Varanasi (200kms)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Varanasi, check in at the hotel. In the evening, attend the mesmerizing Holy Ganga Aarti, held at sunset on the banks of the sacred Ganges. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Varanasi
Early morning boat ride and Ghat visit. Breakfast at the hotel. Explore Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, and the Sarnath Temple complex, including the Great Dhamekh Stupa. If time allows, visit Ram Nagar Fort and Museum. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Varanasi - Prayagraj (120kms)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Prayagraj, check in at the hotel. Visit Sangam confluence, Allahabad Fort, and Anand Bhawan. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Prayagraj - Khajuraho (290kms)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Khajuraho, check in at the hotel. Explore the well-maintained Khajuraho temples, known for their exceptional architecture, built between 950-1050 AD by the Chandela dynasty. Enjoy an evening light and sound show. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Khajuraho - Orchha (180kms)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Orchha, check in at the hotel. Visit Orchha Fort complex and Cenotaphs. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Orchha - Agra (220kms)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Agra, visiting Gwalior Fort en route. Arrive in Agra and check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Agra - Jaipur (245kms)
Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, followed by breakfast at the hotel. Explore Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb. Later, drive to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri and Abhaneri stepwell. Arrive in Jaipur and check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12: Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel. Explore Jaipur's attractions, including Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Sisodia Rani Garden, City Palace, Observatory, Hawa Mahal, Birla Temple, and local markets. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Jaipur - Delhi/ Departure
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Delhi airport for a late evening or late-night flight to your onward destination.
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