7-Day Private Holy Ganges River Tour from New Delhi

Day 1: Delhi-Arrival

1. New Delhi
   1 day
   You are greeted at the airport by a representative. After which you will be transferred to the hotel. Later there will be half day Delhi local sightseeings as mentioned
   Evening drive back to the hotel for an overnight stay at the hotel.
2. Jama Masjid
   30m
   Its builder was the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, between 1644 and 1656, and it was inaugurated by its first Imam, Syed Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari. Situated in the Mughal capital of Shahjahanabad (today Old Delhi), it served as the imperial mosque of the Mughal emperors until the demise of the empire in 1857. The Jama Masjid was regarded as a symbolic gesture of Mughal power across India. It was also a site of political significance during several key periods of British rule. It remains in active use, and is one of Delhi's most iconic sites, closely identified with the methods of Old Delhi
3. Red Fort
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   It served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors. Commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan on the 12th of May 1639, the fort was constructed following his decision to shift the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Originally adorned in red and white, the fort's design is attributed to Ustad Ahmad Lahori, the architect of the Taj Mahal. The Red Fort is a prominent example of Mughal architecture from Shah Jahan's reign, combining Persian and Indian architectural styles.
4. Pasar Chandni Chowk
   1h
   Explore the Chandani Chowk with the Guide on a Rickshaw Ride. Located close to the Jama Masjid Mughal-era Red Fort is located at the eastern fringes of Chandni Chowk. It was built in 1650 by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and designed by his daughter, Jahanara. The street spanning the market was historically divided by canals, engineered to reflect moonlight. These canals have since been closed, leaving behind a transformed urban landscape. It remains one of India's largest wholesale markets

Day 2: Delhi-Jaipur-Drive

1. Jaipur
   1 day
   Morning after breakfast checkout from the hotel and there will be drive to Pink City Jaipur. Before we drive to Jaipur we will witness some Delhi sightseeing's places. After this memorable tour, you head for Jaipur, the Pink city of India. On arrival, you transfer to a hotel where you rest for the night.
2. India Gate
   Pass by
   India Gate, formerly known as the All India War Memorial, is a prominent war memorial situated on the eastern edge of the ceremonial axis of New Delhi India, officially known as Kartavya Path. It stands as a memorial commemorating 74,187 soldiers of the Indian Army who died between 1914 and 1921 in the First World War, in France, Flanders, Mesopotamia, Persia, East Africa, Gallipoli and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. Around 13,300 servicemen’s names, including those of some British soldiers and officers, are inscribed on the gate. Designed by Edwin Lutyens, the memorial draws inspiration from ancient Roman triumphal arches such as the Arch of Constantine and is frequently compared to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris
3. Rashtrapati Bhavan
   Pass by
   The building was designed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker in Delhi Order based on Indo-Saracenic architecture. The construction began in 1912 and the building was completed in 1929. The building, initially known as Viceroy's House, housed the Viceroy of India from 1931 until India's independence. After Independence, it briefly served as the Government House, housing the Governor General of India from 1947 to 1950. When India became a republic, it became the official residence of the president of India and was renamed Rashtrapati Bhavan.
4. Qutub Minar
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   It was mostly built between 1199 and 1220, contains 399 steps, and is one of the most-frequented heritage spots in the city. After defeating Prithviraj Chauhan, the last Hindu ruler of Delhi before the Ghurid conquest of the region, Qutab-ud-din Aibak initiated the construction of the victory tower, but only managed to finish the first level. It was to mark the beginning of Islamic rule in the region. Successive dynasties of the Delhi Sultanate continued the construction, and, in 1368, Firuz Shah Tughlaq rebuilt the top parts and added a cupola.

Day 3: Jaipur-Sightseeing

1. Amber fort
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Morning after breakfast guided exploration of Amber Fort. Feel like a maharaja from the past as you ride up to Amber Fort! As you walk around the hilltop palace, constructed at the end of 16th century, learn about this excellent example of Rajput architecture from your guide. Admire breathtaking views of Maota Lake from the fortress as well as the palace’s ornate design and unique architectural elements
2. Monkey Temple
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   . Afternoon city tour of Jaipur, whose origins can be traced back to the 18th century during the reign of Jai Singh II. Visit Monkey temple and the top sights of Jaipur, starting with the City Palace with its fine collection of textiles, costumes and armor.
3. The City Palace
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   The City Palace is in the central-northeast part of the Jaipur city, which is laid in a unique pattern with wide avenues. It is a unique and special complex of several courtyards, buildings, pavilions, gardens, and temples. The most prominent and most visited structures in the complex are the Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple, and the City Palace Museum.
4. Hawa Mahal - The Palace of Breeze
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   The structure was built in 1799 by the Rajput Emperor Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the founder of the city of Jaipur of Rajasthan. He was so inspired by the unique structure of Khetri Mahal that he built this grand and historical palace.
   
   It was designed by Lal Chand Ustad. Its five-floor exterior is akin to a honeycomb with its 953 small windows called Jharokhas decorated with intricate latticework. The original intent of the lattice design was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life and festivals celebrated in the street below without being seen. This architectural feature also allowed cool air from the Venturi effect to pass through, thus making the whole area more pleasant during the high temperatures in summer
5. Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   The Jantar Mantar is a collection of 19 astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh, the founder of Jaipur, Rajasthan. The monument was completed in 1734. It features the world's largest stone sundial, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is near City Palace and Hawa Mahal. The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye. The observatory is an example of the Ptolemaic positional astronomy which was shared by many civilizations.
6. Jal Mahal
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Jal Mahal (meaning "Water Palace") is a palace in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur city, the capital of the state of Rajasthan, India. The palace was originally constructed around 1699; the building and the lake around it were later renovated and enlarged in the early 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber.

Day 4: Jaipur-Agra via Fatehpur Sikri

1. Agra
   1 day
   After breakfast, you head for Agra, home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World. En route, you stop at Fatehpur Sikri to visit the breathtaking Jama Masjid. The city was once an important city of the Mughal Empire and has noteworthy structures and monuments. In Agra, you check into the hotel where you will rest for the night.
2. Fatehpur Sikri
   2h
   Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage site near Agra, India, is a 16th-century, fortified, red sandstone city founded by Emperor Akbar as his capital (1571–1585). It showcases brilliant Indo-Islamic architecture, blending Hindu, Rajput, and Persian styles, including structures like Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, and the tomb of Sufi saint Salim Chishti
3. Taj Mahal
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Taj Mahal s an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the right bank of the river Yamuna in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was commissioned in 1631 by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan (r. 1628–1658), to house the tomb of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. The tomb is the centrepiece of a 17-hectare (42-acre) complex, which includes a mosque and a guest house, and is set in formal gardens bounded on three sides by a crenellated wall.
4. Agra Fort
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Agra Fort, located near the Yamuna River in Agra, India, is a 16th-century Mughal red sandstone fortress and UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for being the primary residence of Mughal emperors until 1638. Originally built by Emperor Akbar on the site of the ancient Badalgarh fort and later expanded by Shah Jahan, this 94-acre walled city houses iconic structures like Jahangir Palace, Khas Mahal, and Diwan-i-Khas

Day 5: Agra-Delhi-Varanasi-By Flight

1. 1 day
   Morning after breakfast checkout from the hotel and there will be drive back to Delhi followed by drop at the Airport. to take a flight from Delhi to Varanasi. On arrival before retiring to the hotel you stop for the evening Aarti at the banks of the Ganges. Overnight stay at the hotel
2. Ganges River
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Enjoy the Boat ride with the Ganges Aarti

Day 6: Varanasi-Sightseeing-Delhi-By Flight

1. Varanasi
   8h
   Rise early for a scenic walk on the Ghats. After enjoying the panoramic view of the city you set out to visit the enchanting Temples of this holy city. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Tusi Manas, Bharat Kala Bhavan and the Banaras Hindu University. Later you head for the airport, where you leave for Delhi. On arrival, check into the hotel. After the tour, you retire for an overnight stay at the hotel.
2. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   The original temple, called the Adi Vishveshwar Temple, was demolished by Mohammad of Ghor during his invasion of India. Subsequently, the template was rebuilt by Man Singh I and Todar Mal under the emperor Akbar. According to several historical accounts, the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb ordered the demolition of the Hindu temple in 1669. Subsequently, in 1678, the Gyanvapi Mosque was built on its site, but Hindu pilgrims continued to visit the remnants of the temple. The current structure was constructed on an adjacent site by the Maratha ruler Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore in 1780
3. Banaras Hindu University
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Founded in 1916. It is ranked amongst the most prestigious universities of the country. The university incorporated the Central Hindu College, which had been founded by theosophist and future Indian Home Rule leader Annie Besant in 1898. By December 1911, Annie Besant and the Theosophists had relinquished day-to-day control of the Central Hindu College to Madan Mohan Malaviya and others, who emphasised a more orthodox Hindu education, preserving traditional practices such as the hereditary caste system, in contrast to Besant's Theosophical vision. Five years later Malaviya established the university with the support of the maharaja of Darbhanga Rameshwar Singh, the maharaja of Benares Prabhu Narayan Singh, and the lawyer Sunder Lal

Day 7: Delhi-Departure

1. New Delhi
   Pass by
   After breakfast, you start off by visiting the Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar, India Gate, Connaught Place. Later you are transferred to the airport and bid you farewell and a safe onward journey.

Pickup details

Delhi Airport, Railway Station, Delhi City Center Hotel

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Please inquire about Delhi-Varanasi return flight availability and prices as this is not included in the Prices
• Note: Although Gala dinner is not included in this product, please note that on December 24th, 25th or 31st the Gala Dinner may be mandatory for most of the hotels in India