Spirit Of India Tour
9 Nights / 10 Days - 1 Country / 5 Cities
Delhi (2N)/Jaipur (2N)/Agra (1N)/Lucknow (2N)/Varanasi (2N)
- Adventure
- Heritage
Starting Price Per Adult
£580
Spirit Of India Tour
9 Nights
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day 1
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MORNING
Arrive Delhi Airport.
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day 2
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MORNING
Breakfast at Hotel, proceed for visit of Old and New Delhi
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day 3
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MORNING
Breakfast and check-out after drive to Jaipur Hotel
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day 4
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MORNING
Jaipur
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day 5
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MORNING
Jaipur– Fatehpur Sikri - Agra Drive
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day 6
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FULL DAY
Agra Cantt - Jhansi By Train Shatabdi Express @ 08:17hrs & Arrive 10:43hrs Jhansi – Orchha – Khajuraho
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day 7
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MORNING
Breakfast at Hotel after proceed for visit of Khajuraho
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day 8
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MORNING
Khajuraho – Varanasi Drive
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day 9
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MORNING
Varanasi
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day 10
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FULL DAY
Varanasi- Delhi Flight & Evening Connecting Flight To Next Destination
Day 1
| Delhi
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Arrive Delhi Airport. Following immigration formalities, baggage collection and customs, our airport representative meet & Greet you in the arrival waiting hall. (Most flights arrive in Delhi in the late evening, so the rest of the day is at leisure. If you have arrived early your leader will brief you with sightseeing options.). Transfer from Airport to hotel. Stay overnight in Delhi
Day 2
| Delhi
Breakfast at Hotel, proceed for visit of Old and New Delhi: Old Delhi: An ancient walled city. Here you will drive past Red Fort (photo - stop), the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire after “Cycle rickshaw ride in the narrow by lanes of Old Delhi visiting Chawri Bazar & Dariba Kalan (silver market)- is incomplete without seeing the actual life of the people to meet their daily expenses. Jama Masjid - is the largest mosque in India and stands across the road from the Red Fort, built in 1656 by Shahjahan. Raj Ghat, is the cremation ground of great father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is one of the most revered places of worship in Delhi. Qutab Minar 72 meters high and one of the most perfect towers in the Persian world. The Iron Pillar which has survived the vagaries of weather for over 1500 years. Lotus Temple - known as 'Bahai House of Worship' (Monday Closed), this 20th century wonder made of marble in the form of a white half-opened lotus flower. Drive around President House, Parliament and India Gate (the war memorial and Stay overnight in Delhi
Day 3
| Jaipur
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Breakfast and check-out after drive to Jaipur Hotel. Jaipur is the capital of India’s Rajasthan state; It evokes the royal family that once ruled the region and that, in 1727, now called the Old City or “Pink City” for its trademark building color. Check-in at Jaipur hotel. Rest of day vehicle at disposal for local visit includes markets. Stay overnight in Jaipur
Day 4
| Jaipur
Breakfast at Hotel, Morning Excursion to Amer Fort with Elephant Safari (climb up the fort on Elephant's back like the Maharajas, Jagmandir or the hall of victory, Jaimahal amidst the center of the lake is adorned with the exquisite mirror work and abstract inlay design. Hawa Mahal or the Palace of winds through the rose - pink structures, the official building, Afternoon visit Maharaja's City Palace Museums, which contains the original collection of the Maharajas of Jaipur housing paintings, royal dresses and typical Rajasthani handicraft, Jantar Mantar: the observatory on stone built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Stay overnight in Jaipur.
Day 5
| Agra
Breakfast at Hotel, Drive to Agra enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri - the abandoned, Red Sandstone City built in the 16th century by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, The architecture of Fatehpur Sikri is a combination of Hindu and Muslim styles. Continue drive, check-in after proceed for Sightseeing of Agra Fort Built between 1565 and 1571 AD, Inside Fort you visit The Jahangir Mahal, Khass Mahal, The Sheesh Mahal, The Musamman Burj, Diwan-i- Khaas and Diwan-i-Am, visit Taj Mahal: is considered one of the most romantic monuments in the world. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan after the death of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, this white marble mausoleum is considered a monument to eternal love. [Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays for general viewing and is opened on Friday afternoon only for those who have to attend prayers at the Taj Mosque and there is no limit to how long tourists may stay inside the monument complex within the normal operating hours]. Stay overnight in Agra.
Day 6
| Khajuraho
Breakfast at Hotel after transfer Agra Cantt Railway station to board train Shatabdi Express to Jhansi, Arrive station after drive to Khajuraho enroute visit of Orchha a medieval town with historic remains, visit the old structures such as Jahangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Laxmi Narain Temple, continue drive to Khajuraho, Stay overnight in Khajuraho.
Day 7
| Khajuraho
Breakfast at Hotel after proceed for visit of visit of Khajuraho was the first capital of the Chandelas, who rose to rule the region in the 9th century, discovered the Great Erotic Temple Complex Of Western and eastern group. The temples in the western group complex are large and lavishly decorated, displaying the wealth and power of its rulers, these are dedicated to either Lord Vishnu or Shiva and the eastern group temples dived into two rough clusters [Khajuraho temples, built between 950 & 1050 AD by the mighty warrior kings of the Chandela dynasty, in a truly inspired burst of creativity, Temples are famous for the magnificent carvings depicting numerous sexual postures of the famous 'Kama sutra' ancient Indian work on sex. Only 22 temples survive of the 85 originally built. In fact, worship is still done today in the Matangeshwar temple, continuing an unbroken 1000 year tradition], rest of day free for own activities and Stay overnight in Khajuraho.
Day 8
| Varanasi
Buffet breakfast at hotel, Morning drive to Varanasi enroute visit Allahabad; a city in Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and "invisible" Saraswati rivers, is considered holy by Hindus. It’s near the 16th-century Allahabad Fort, built by Mughal Emperor Akbar. In the fort are the ancient sandstone Ashoka Pillar, the underground, Patalpuri Temple and a sacred banyan tree. Continue drive to Varanasi, check-in, If time permits, evening Witness Ganga Puja (Aarti ceremony), Stay overnight Varanasi.
Day 9
| Varanasi
Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Early morning enjoy the Boat Ride on the River Ganges. (Here guest witness the fascinating early morning rituals being performed by Hindu devotees along the river bank which includes the cremation Ghats [Ghats consist of steps leading down to the river and the best time to visit is at dawn, when pilgrims take their morning dip. There are over 80 Ghats in all and one of the better ways in which to really experience them is to catch a boat and go for a cruise along the river. One can see the women bathing discreetly in their saris, young men doing yoga exercises, priests offering blessings and on the slightly gory side, for those interested, you will come across a number of burning Ghats where bodies are cremated of which Manikarnika and Harishchandra are the main centers). Returned to Hotel for Breakfast after proceed for visit of Proceed for sightseeing tour of Varanasi includes of the Benaras Hindu University, Famous museum Bharat Kala Bhawan with collection of Mughal Miniature paintings and brocade textile. Afternoon excursion to Sarnath (Friday Closed) to visit the Chowkandi and Dhamek Stupas, the ruins of 9th and 10th Century monasteries & temples, built by the Mahabodhi Society in 1931 and the Tibetan Temple. Stay overnight in Varanasi
Day 10
| Delhi
Buffet Breakfast at hotel, Check-out after transfer from Hotel to Varanasi Airport to board flight to Delhi, Arrive Delhi, transfer from Domestic Airport (Flights arrive T1/ T3, depending of the Carrier) to Delhi International Airport to board flight for onwards journey
Standard :
Delhi : Hotel Metro Heights
Jaipur : Hotel Leisure Grand
Agra : Hotel Royale Residency
Khajuraho: Hotel Usha Bundela
Varanasi : Pallavi International
Deluxe :
Delhi : Justa Residence
Jaipur : Sarovar Portico
Agra : Holiday Inn Agra
Khajuraho: Hotel Clarks Khajuraho
Varanasi : Hindustan International
Premium :
Delh :Jaypee Vasant Continental
Jaipur : ITC Rajputana
Agra : Taj Convention / Hilton
Khajuraho : Radisson Jass Khajuraho
Varanasi : Radisson Blu/Ramada JHV
Inclusions
Exclusions
Inclusions
- Meet & Greet Assistance at Airport
- 24 x 7 Helpline
- Well Appointed Base Category Rooms at all places
- Price based on Double sharing room per person
- For Single Room, supplement rate mentioned separately
- Package Cost includes Daily Buffet Breakfast at Hotel.
- All transfers, Sightseeings, Excursions as per itinerary by Exclusive AC Vehicle
- Driver allowances, Petrol/Gas cost, Toll Tax, Parking and Vehicle Insurance
- One bottle of mineral water will be provided on a daily basis on vehicle
- Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi’s Narrow Street Market
- Demonstration of Marble craftsmanship work in Agra.
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur (Subject to availability of Elephant).
- Demonstration of Carpet weaving and block printing in Jaipur.
- Boat Ride in Varanasi (early morning)
- 01 Time Boat Ride at River Ganges, Varanasi
- English/European language Speaking Guide for local sightseeing/excursions
- All applicable taxes (All current taxes Inclusive GST/VAT as well).
Exclusions
- Any Other items not mentioned in the inclusions
- Package cost does not include monuments entrance fees and the same on spot payment basis
- International airfare / Domestic Airfare.
- Meals other than those specified in the inclusions
- Personal expenses (laundry, Phone, Alcoholic Beverages, Minibar Charges, Camera Fee & Shopping)
- Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities flight delays, rescheduling/cancellations, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.
- Travel insurance in all kinds
- Tipping/ Gratuities for Tour Guides, Drivers, Camera Fee etc
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your booking at any time prior to commencement of the tour by notifying us in writing, If you cancel on or before 30 days before the first day of the tour, we may charge a minimum amount as cancellation charge. In addition, if the cancellation notification is received less than 30 days prior to the first day of the tour, cancellation charges shall be as follows:
- 29-15 Days before the first day of the tour - 40%
- 29-15 Days before the first day of the tour - 40%
- 14-07 Days before the first day of the tour60%
- Less than 7 Days before the first day of the tour 100%
Payment Policy
| Payment Policy | Online Advance as per Website |
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| Within 45 to 30 days prior to the departure of the tour | 75% of total tour cost or Non Refundable component whichever is higher |
| Within 30 days prior to the departure of the tour | 100% of total tour cost |
All Prices are in Indian Rupees and subject to change without prior notice.
In case FIT flight inclusive package, full amount of flight will be payable at the time of booking.
**For Air tickets being issued / blocked on time limit: Full INR component to be collected before issuance,else price will be subject to change.
Tour prices are valid for Indian Nationals & Foreigners holding Indian Resident Permit.
Booking confirmations are subject to availability.
All Hotels Rooms are subject to availability
We are not holding any reservations of air seats, hotel rooms, conference rooms etc. Final availability status will only be known when we request for bookings.
Holiday Surcharge will be additional if applicable
Any overstay expenses due to delay or change or cancellation in flight will be on the guests own & Akbar Holidays will not be held liable for such expenses however we will provide best possible assistance.
Price on website //quoted are subject to availability at time of confirmation, we are currently not holding any blocking against the sent quotation.
Terms & Conditions
All Prices are in Indian Rupees and subject to change without prior notice.
Price quoted are subject to availablity at time of confirmation, we are currently not holding any blocking against the sent quotation.
Tour prices are valid for Indian Nationals & Foreigners holding Indian Resident Permit.
Booking confirmations are subject to availability.
All Hotels Rooms are subject to availability
We are not holding any reservations of air seats, hotel rooms, conference rooms etc. Final availability status will only be known when we request for bookings.
Holiday Surcharge will be additional if applicable
Any overstay expenses due to delay or change or cancellation in flight will be on the guests own & Akbar Holidays will not be held liable for such expenses however we will provide best possible assistance.
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About Destination
India's golden triangle is a tourist circuit which connects India’s capital Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. The Golden Triangle is so-called because of the triangular shape formed by the locations of New Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan on a map and also allows you to experience the harmonic cultural heritage and dive into the world of royalty. As the tour continues, you will keep discovering the secrets that make India so fascinating and unique. Visit Varanasi, Lucknow is in the most populous state of India, Uttar Pradesh, today is a flourishing religious, natural as well as a historical tourist destination along with its heritage attractions
