Duration : 15 Nights / 16 Days
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Ranthambore National Park - Bharatpur - Agra - Corbett National Park - Dhikala - Nainital - Delhi

Day 01: Arrive Delhi :
On arrival you will be received by our representative at the airport and transferred to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi :
Morning after breakfast full day sightseeing tour of Old Delhi and New Delhi.

Old Delhi - the 350-year-old walled city was built by Emperor Shah Jehan in 1648 as his capital. Opposite the fort are the black and white onion dome and minarets of the Jama Masjid, the most elegant mosque in India. Raj Ghat is worth a visit where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948.

New Delhi - the new capital designed by Sir Edward Lutyens. An interesting drive in the one passing through the impressive Rajpath from the World War I memorial arch, the India Gate towards the Presidential Palace. Visit Humayun's Tomb built in 1565 AD, Safdarjung's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, 72 metres high and the most curious antique, the uncorroded Iron Pillar, which dates back to the 4th century AD. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 : DELHI – JAIPUR
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in into hotel. Evening free time to enjoy the city atmosphere which by many means is fabulous. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 : Jaipur :
Morning after breakfast an excursion tour to Amer Fort. In the afternoon city sightseeing tour. Overnight at hotel.

Amer Fort : At a short distance of 11 kms . from Jaipur, the Amer Fort complex stands amidst wooded hills overlooking the Delhi-Jaipur highway, with its forbidding ramparts reflected in the still waters of the Maota Lake below. One of the finest examples of Rajput architecture, it was the ancient capital of the Kachhawah rulers. The original palace was built by Raja Man Singh and additions were made later by Sawai Jai Singh. Within the palace are the Diwan-e-Aam or the "Hall of Public Audience", the Diwan-e-Khas or the "Hall of Private Audience" and the Sukh Niws where a cool breeze blows across channels of water for the purpose of air-conditioning. Here are the private chambers of the queens with windows having latticed screens so that the ladies could watch the proceedings of the royal court inprivacy. There is also the Jai Mandir or the "Temple of Vicotry", with its famed Sheesh Mahal, the scintillating "Hall of Mirrors"

Jaipur (Sheer Symphony in Pink): The picturesque capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, is colour washed pink - the colour associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. Built in 1727 A.D. by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur displays a remarkable harmony and architectural splendour. The ancient heart of the Pink City still beats in its fairy-tale palaces, rugged fortresses perched on barren hills and broad avenues that dot the entire city. The only planned city of its time, a formidable wall encircles Jaipur. There is a timeless appeal to Jaipur's colourful bazaars where one can shop for Rajasthani handlooms and trinkets. Beautiful laid out gardens and parks, attractive monuments and marvelous heritage hotels, once the residence of Maharajas, are worth admiration. Not to mention the ambling camels and cheerful people in multi-hued costumes make your trip to the pink city a memorable one.

Day 05 : Jaipur - Agra :
Today we will drive to Agra en-route visiting the old deserted town of Mughal Dynasty i.e. Fatehpur Sikri. On arrival, check in into hotel. Afternoon city tour covering Taj Mahal, Red Fort and the Tomb of Itmad-ud-daula's Tomb. Overnight at hotel.

Fatehpur Sikri : Fatehpur Sikri, 38 km from Agra, was one of the capital cities of Akbar after the childless Mughal was blessed with a son with the blessings of the Sufi saint, Sheikh Salim Chisti, who lived here. The new capital came up in 1569. Through the Juxtaposition of the buildings seems whimsical, they are thoughtfully planned, imparting an atmosphere of playful brilliance. Towering, walls on three sides surround the rectangular-shaped city, accessible through nine gates, and an artificial lake is located on the west. Credit for preserving the monuments goes to Lord Curzon. These protected monuments and the city's environs are well maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India.

Agra : is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the world-the "TAJ MAHAL". The architectural splendour of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal Empire, of which Agra was the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. While its significance as a political center ended with the transfer of the capital to Delhi in 1634 by Shah Jahan, its architectural wealth has secured its place on the international map. A pleasant town with a comparatively slow pace, Agra is know for its superb inlay work on the marble and soapstone by craftsmen who are descendants of those who worked under the Mughals. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes.

Day 06 : Agra - Khajuraho ( Train to Janshi and then by road to Khajuraho) :
Morning transfer to the station time to catch train for Jhansi. On arrival at Jhansi met at the station and drive to Khajuraho. On arrival check in at hotel Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07 : Khajuraho :
Morning after breakfast full day sight seeing tour of western group of Khajuraho temples which includes Kandaryia Mahadeo, Chaunsat Yogini, Chitragupta temple, Vishwanath Temple and Matengeswara Temple. Evening to enjoy illuminated temples with the cultural folk lure. Over night at the hotel.

Day 08 : Khajuraho - Varanasi
Morning visit the world famous temples of Khajuraho in the afternoon transfer to the airport time to catch flight for Varanasi. On arrival at varanasi met at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Evening free Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 09 : Varanasi
At dawn enjoy boat ride at River Ganges, followed by a city tour covering - Vishwanath Temple, Bharat Mata Temple etc. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 : Varanasi - Bodhgaya
Morning after breakfast city sightseeing tour. In the afternoon drive to Bodhgaya. On arrival check in at the hotel. rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 : Bodhgaya
Morning after breakfast an excursions to Rajgir/ Nalanda / Sapta pari cave and Venevamas. Above two days you will come across with many locales of Buddhist significance, i.e., Rajgir, an important Buddhist pilgrimage since the Buddha spent 12 years here , and the first Buddhist council after the Buddha attained Nirvana was held here, Nalanda : founded in the 5th century known as center of intellectualism. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12 : Bodhgaya - Vaishali - Kushinagar :
Morning after breakfast proceed to Vaishali, a very special place to Buddhists as The Lord delivered his last sermon & announced his impending " Nirwana". See the majesty of Ashok Pillar - Lotus tank, Chaumukhi & proceed to Kushinagar for overnight stay.

Day 13 : Kushinagar - Lumbini
Morning visit Mahanirvana Temple, the modern Japan/Srilanka Buddhist center & monasteries , then proceed to Lumbini. Overnight at hotel.

Day 14 : Lumbini - Kapilvastu - Sravasti - Balrampur
Morning visit to Ashoka's pillar (249 BC) rediscovered in 1890's inside thick sal forest, a temple of Mayadevi, the ruins of an old monastery and some new stupas, then in the afternoon proceed to Balrampur enroute visiting Sravasti where you will see the extensive ruins of this ancient city & Jetavana Monastery. On arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 15 : Balrampur – Lucknow - Delhi
Morning city tour. Later continue drive to Lucknow. On arrival transfer to the railway station time to catch train for Delhi. Overnight on board.

Day 16 : Departure Delhi
On arrival meet with our representative and transfer to hotel. Late in the evening transfer to the airport time to catch flight for onward destination.