Start in Delhi with a city tour of New Delhi,Drive to Jaipur to explore this most beautiful city of the Raj.explore the pink city and it magnificent forts. The eccentricities and wealth of the Indian royalty are on display at the City Palace, Observatory, and Hawa Mahal. Head to Agra to visit the one of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal. Then take your overnight train to Varanasi, the holiest city in India.Make your way back to Delhi, for your flight home

Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking assistant. Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

Surrounded by lush green sprawling manicured lawns with landscaped gardens and a wide array of colourful flowers, the Ashok Country Resort New Delhi is located near the Indira Gandhi International Airport and close to the city's Shopping and Commercial Centre; Connaught Place. The resort's 82 well appointed rooms reflect an ambience of classic elegance and charm. Attentive room service for your convenience is also offered here. The onsite multi cuisine restaurant offers scrumptious food, in a comfortable atmosphere. During leisure, a workout at the gymnasium or a bracing dip at the swimming pool will keep you physically and mentally energized.

Delhi is a city of dramatic contrasts, and is the most popular starting point for any tour of India. A tour to Old Delhi includes the Red Fort and the mosque of Jama Masjid with a stroll through the bazaars of Chandni Chowk ("Moonlit Square"). A New Delhi travel includes the Humayun's Tomb, in many ways the precursor of the Taj Mahal, the India Gate, a memorial dedicated to the unknown soldiers who laid their lives in the World War I, the President's House, and the Parliament House.

Private guided tour of New Delhi which is built in a typically British colonial style with tree-lined avenues and colonial bungalows. See the Laxminarayan Temple, a modern Hindu temple, and India Gate, the 42 m high War Memorial Arch. Drive past the Parliament House, the Secretariat buildings and the Vice Regal Palace, now the official residence of the President of India. Transfer to Jaipur with private vehicle and driver. Private transfer to hotel with private vehicle, driver, and English speaking assistant. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

The Traditional Rajput architect, a mixture of Mughal and Indian, a facade with domes and frescoes. The House is a very fine example of Shekhawati frescoes and architecture. The family portraits, which add to the charm of this family hotel where tradition still runs strong. Like many historic houses, Shahpura House is a curious mixture of the old and the new.

Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and known as the Pink City for its reddish stucco on the massive Rajput forts. The Amber Palace complex overlooking the artificial lake south of the town is one of the most popular tourist sites. Bustling markets offer great shopping.

Private guided tour of Amber Fort, located in the city of Amber 11 km from Jaipur. The structure which is today known as Amber fort was initially a palace complex within the much larger Jaigarh Fort. The fort is constructed of red sandstone and white marble, overlooking Maotha Lake, and was reputed to be the treasure vault of the Kacchwaha rulers. The most magnificent sight is inside the hall of mirrors. When royalty lived there, at night they needed only a single candle, because the thousands tiny intricate mirrors would light up the entire room. Continue your tour with a city tour. Visit the City Palace, Observatory and the Hawa Mahal. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Shahpura House (Heritage).

Transfer to Agra with private vehicle and driver. On the way, visit ancient ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, the "City of Victory" was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only 10 years. The complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, includes one of the largest mosques in India, the Jama Masjid. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

Located in the heart of Agra, the Clarks Shiraz Hotel boasts spectacular views of the Taj Mahal. This beautiful property offers 237 well-appointed rooms that are elegantly furnished with an array of in-room amenities that ensures a comfortable and pleasant stay. Enjoy a wonderful dining experience at the onsite restaurant, serving delicious buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. Drop in at the cafe for some snacks and refreshing drinks, or just to relax after a tiring day. Take a bracing dip or relax on the sun bed beside the pool.

Agra boasts three UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort, and nearby Fatehpur Sikri. The Taj Mahal in all its timeless beauty is still the inspiration of poets and painters, writers and photographers. Agra Fort is a testament to the Mughal dynasties and their conqueror architecture. And the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri dazzles with its temples and palace yards.

Private guided tour of Taj Mahal, the most beautiful monument built by the Mughals, the Muslim rulers of India. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his dear wife and queen Mumtaz Mahal. Also visit Agra Fort, built of red sandstone and marble. This great monument of red sandstone dominating a bend in the river Yamuna, 2km northwest of Taj Mahal was constructed by the Mughals during 1565-1571.
Railstation transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking assistant. Second class A/C sleeper overnight train, arrives 08:15 am.

Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Private guided tour of Sarnath, the site of the deer park where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma after his enlightenment. Sarnath is one of four holy Buddhist sites sanctioned by the Buddha himself for pilgrimage. Amongst the ruins the Dharmekh Stupa is impressive at 128 feet high, and 93 in diameter. This dates from around 200 BC and is the sport where the Buddha is said to have preached his first sermon. Within the deer park complex is the large Dhamekha Stupa, constructed by the Emperor Ashoka in 249 BCE, and several other Buddhist structures that were added between the 3rd and the 11th century BC. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

The Radisson Hotel Varanasi is a five star hotel conveniently located in the heart of the main business district. With its modern architecture, warm hospitality and topnotch services, the hotel is sure to please business and leisure travelers alike.

Varanasi is set at the left bank of the mighty river Ganges, this immensely chaotic place of pilgrimage is known for its ritual burnings. A dawn boat ride down the river is a fascinating and unforgettable spectacle. The city is sacred to Hindus and also one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. In many ways Varanasi epitomizes the very best and worst aspects of India, and it can be a little overwhelming. However, the scene of pilgrims doing their devotions in the River Ganges at sunrise set against the back drop of the centuries old temples is probably one of the most impressive sights in the world - definitely a must see destination on any trip to northern India.

Winding through the streets and popping out onto the riverside will give you an insider’s look at the symbiotic life of the riverside people of Varanasi. Eventually you will end up on Bengali Tola, the street of the Bengalis, visiting hidden Mother Goddess Kali shrines and the vistas of life along the riverside. The tour ends at the historic ritual bathing site called Dashaswamedh, the ten-horse sacrifice Ghat. Evening Ganga Aarti ceremony at Ghat. Evening Aarti Ceremony which looks wonderful from the Gange river, includes a boat ride to experience the magic of the river during this spectacular sight. Overnight at Radisson .

A dawn boat ride on the Ganges with a private expert guide. The Ganga Ghats at Varanasi are full of pilgrims who flock to the place to take a dip in the holy Ganges, which is believed to absolve one from all sins. People can be seen swimming and bathing immediately next to the funeral pyres of the riverside temples. This is a somewhat surreal experience and only for those with a strong constitution. Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking assistant. Take your flight from Varanasi to Delhi today. Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking assistant.

Depart from Delhi international airport - end of itinerary.