Heritage, Spiritual, Mughal, Royal & Wildlife tour of north India – 18 Day

As per flight time, our representative and driver will reach airport with paging board (Name Card) of your name and transfer you to hotel. Check-in and have relax. Just have relax today as you are coming from long flight and you must be have jet-leg, so today just relax.

If you wants to visit Delhi, please do let us know. If you interested, we will take you to India Gate, President House, Bangla Shahib Sikh Gurudwara, Qutub Minar.

Note: Today’s Delhi sightseeing depends on your interested or your arrival time. If you have morning arrival then we can cover all mentioned places, if we have afternoon arrival then some of from them and if you have evening arrival than just transfer to hotel and relax. You can adjust Delhi visit as per your comfort, its 100% customized.

Night in Delhi.

Schedule: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. At 09:00 AM, meet your guide and head to Old Delhi.

Morning Sightseeing:

Jama Masjid: Explore one of India’s largest mosques, built with red sandstone and white marble by Emperor Shah Jahan.

Chandni Chowk Rickshaw Ride: A vibrant journey through Delhi’s oldest market, filled with the aroma of spices and traditional crafts.

Red Fort (Photo Stop): View the massive sandstone walls of the former residence of the Mughal Emperors.

Afternoon Sightseeing:

Akshardham Temple: A modern architectural marvel depicting 10,000 years of Indian culture through breathtaking stone carvings.

Lotus Temple: A Bahá'í House of Worship designed like a blooming lotus, serving as a sanctuary for silent meditation.

Evening Activity: Indian Food Cooking Demonstration & Family Dinner - Experience an immersive cooking class with a local Hindu family at my home. My wife, my sister, and I warmly welcome you to join us for a special get-together. It is a wonderful opportunity to get to know one another and share stories while you learn the secrets of Indian spices and traditional recipes from my family. In addition to the culinary experience, my wife and sister will demonstrate how to drape a Sari (traditional Indian dress) and apply Henna Mehandi (intricate temporary tattoos made from natural herb leaves) on the ladies' hands. Enjoy learning about our culture and traditions before sitting down together to enjoy a delicious, authentic home-cooked dinner.

Stay: Delhi.

Morning: After breakfast, drive to Vrindavan. (Approx. 4 hour drive).

Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Vrindavan/Mathura. Welcome to Birth place of Shri Krishn Ji. “BOLO – JAI SHREE KRISHNA”. Reach Vrindavan. Hotel check-in and relax. Evening explore Vrindavan visiting beautiful temples. Evening we can visit Prem Mandir because lighting of Prem Mandir is incredible. Prem Mandir, Vrindavan (Temple of Divine Love, known for its stunning white marble and exquisite evening light show)

Night in Vrindavan.

Morning: Visit Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Mathura (The believed birthplace of Lord Krishna), Dwarkadhish Temple (A major old temple in Mathura)

Afternoon: Visit ISKCON Temple, Vrindavan (Shri Krishna Balaram Mandir, known for its vibrant atmosphere and 'aarti') and visit all other nearby temples as vehicle on disposal for you.

Night in Vrindavan.

Late Morning: After relax breakfast, drive to Agra (approx. 1.5 - 2 hours). Check in.

Afternoon: Visit the Taj Mahal (A UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous white marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal).

Visit Agra Fort (A UNESCO World Heritage Site, a massive red sandstone fort that was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638).

Evening: Visit Mehtab Bagh for a beautiful sunset view of the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna River.

Relaxation: Visiting the Taj Mahal post-lunch avoids the early morning rush and allows for a beautiful late-afternoon experience.

Night in Agra.

Morning: After relax breakfast, start your drive to Lucknow (approx. 5-6 hours via the Agra-Lucknow Expressway).

Evening: Check into your hotel in Lucknow. The evening is free to relax after the long drive or explore the local Hazratganj market. If time permit vist Bara Imam Bara, Chhota Imam Bara.

Relaxation: Enjoy a leisurely walk and an authentic culinary experience, making it a comfortable day.

Night in Lucknow.

Morning: Drive to Kanpur (approx. 1.5-2 hours one-way).

Daytime: Visit Kanpur Memorial Church (Built in memory of the British soldiers killed during the 1857 revolt, known for its red brick Victorian Gothic architecture) and J.K. Temple (Radhakrishna Temple) (A beautifully sculpted, modern temple complex dedicated to Radha and Krishna).

Evening: Drive to Ayodhya.

Night stay in Ayodhya.

Morning: Visit Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple (The newly consecrated grand temple marking the birthplace of Lord Rama) and Hanuman Garhi (A major 10th-century temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman).

Afternoon: Visit Kanak Bhawan (A beautiful temple believed to have been gifted to Sita by Kaikeyi) and Dashrath Bhavan (The original palace of King Dashrath, Lord Ram's father).

Evening: Attend the Saryu Aarti at Ram Ki Paidi on the banks of the Saryu River. You can click photo in Lata Mangeshkar Chawk for memories.

Night in Ayodhya.

Morning: You can visit one more time to Ram Mandir for Darshana and also Hanuman garhi (If you like to go again). Then Treta Ke Thakur, Guptar Ghat (believed to be where Lord Rama ascended to heaven), and the Nageshwarnath Temple with driver.

Late Morning: Drive to Prayagraj (If you interested as it’s on the way to Kashi) - If you will be interested, we will also take you to Triveni Sangam for Snan. As per your interest we will also take you to Lete Hanuman Ji Mandir which is very famous in Prayagraj and there is one 12 Jyotirlinga Park to see all 12 Jyotirling of Baba Bholenath in one place.

Evening: Drive to Varanasi (Kashi). Welcome to the oldest living city of this planet and also called BABA KI NAGRI. BOLO – HAR HAR MAHADEV!

Check into your hotel, and rest after the long journey.

Night in Varanasi (Kashi).

Sunrise: Boat Ride on the River Ganga (View the sunrise and the morning rituals happening on the various ghats from the river).

Morning: Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple (One of the most revered Jyotirlinga temples of Lord Shiva). Visit Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple (Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, believed to have been established by Tulsidas).

Afternoon: Drive to Sarnath (approx. 1 hour), the place where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon.

Key Sites: Dhamek Stupa (A massive stupa marking the spot of Buddha's first sermon) and Sarnath Archaeological Museum.

Bharat Mata Mandir: Visit this unique Mother India temple.

Afternoon: Return to Varanasi. Visit Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and the New Vishwanath Temple (BHU), a modern replica of the original Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Evening: Witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat (A mesmerising ritual of lamps and chants).

Night in Varanasi.

Morning: Departure for Delhi

Flight: Fly from Varanasi (VNS) to Delhi (DEL) and Delhi to Jodhpur. This is the fastest and most comfortable option (approx. 5 hrs 20 min with layover time).

Transfer: Receive in the airport and transfer to Jodhpur.

Evening: Visit nearby places or our driver/Guide will take you local market of Jodhpur visiting Clock Tower, then visit Umaid Bhawan Palace.

Night in Jodhpur.

Today after breakfast Jodhpur Tour:-

Focus: Fort and Viewpoints.

Visit the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort. Senior Tip: Be sure to use the elevators or golf carts available at the fort to avoid tiring climbs, if you hiring guide then no problem as our guide will help you on everything.

Also visit Jaswanth Thada – The Taj Mahal of Rajasthan. This is white marble cenotaph and its consider more beautiful than Taj but its smaller than Taj.

Night in Jodhpur.

Enjoy a comfortable drive to Bikaner (approx. 5-6 hours).

Check in upon arrival. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Afternoon visit Karni Mata Temple, Lalgarh Palace, Gajner Palace, and the Rampuriya Haveli.

Night in Bikaner.

Focus: Forts and Culture.

Visit the impressive Junagarh Fort, which has accessible and mostly flat grounds for easy walking.

Then visit National Research Centre on Camel (Camel Breading Farm).

Drive to Pushkar. Hotel check-in and relax.

Focus: Temple and Lake.

Visit the famous Brahma Temple (the only one dedicated to Lord Brahma).

Take a short, gentle walk around the holy Pushkar Lake ghats (preferably during the early morning or late afternoon to avoid heat).

Night in Pushkar.

Drive to Sawai Madhopur, the gateway to Ranthambore National Park (approx. 6-7 hours).

Check in to your resort and prepare for the wildlife experience.

Visit Ranthambore Fort and Ganesh Jee Temple trek.

Night in Ranthambore resort.

Focus: Two Safari Included and Rest.

Early morning Shared Safari around 6 AM, after safari back to resort and have your food. Relax. Then afternoon safari start 3 PM to 6 PM. Explore afternoon safari and then rest at resort.

Dedicate the entire afternoon to resting at the resort.

Night in Ranthambore resort.

After breakfast, enjoy resort or you can visit Ranthambore Fort with driver and if you are able to do trekking then small trek of Ganesh Ji temple in Ranthambore Fort.

Then drive to Delhi. Reach Delhi.

As per your flight time, we will transfer you to airport around. Back to home with incredible memories of north India with Travel Astu.

Tour Ends!!