Classic India - 2009/10 Departures - Overland Trip

Itineraries (Delhi - Delhi)

DELHI: Arrival in Delhi.

JAIPUR: We take the early morning express train to Jaipur, the captivating Pink City. We visit the fabulous Amber Fort, situated just north of Jaipur. The fort is a magnificent complex of palaces, halls, pavilions, gardens and temples built over a period of 125 years by successive rulers.

JAIPUR: On Jaipur’s streets, camel carts, scooters, cycle rickshaws, modern cars and bullock carts all jostle for space. You may even see a load of computers carried by a camel cart! There are palaces, observatories, parks, shops and a total riot of colour everywhere. Jaipur never fails to thrill. We visit the main sites on a morning tour and have the afternoon at leisure.

MADHOGARH: Drive to Fort Madhogarh, fabulously situated atop a lone hill in the plains. From the rampart walls we have breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The views of sunrise and sunset are especially unforgettable. We also have the opportunity to explore the nearby village to get an insight into rural India.

AGRA: Continue to Agra. Stop en route at Fatehpur Sikri to visit the remains of the abandoned former Moghul capital.

AGRA: We have time to enjoy the fantastic Taj Mahal, a sight which will leave you breathless no matter how many pictures of it you have seen before.

Khajuraho: Early morning express train to Jhansi. From here we continue to Khajuraho, a tiny village in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Khajuraho is known for its temples representing the finest art and architecture of medieval India. These temples were built in a short span of hundred years between 950 to 1050 A.D.

Orchha: We visit the Khajuraho temples in the morning, and drive to Orchha in the afternoon. 

Orchha: We have the full day to explore Orchha before we take the overnight sleeper train to Varanasi.

Varanasi: Arrive in Varanasi, the most important pilgrimage place for Hindus.

Varanasi:  We take a boat ride on the Ganges at dawn. The remainder of the day is free to explore Varanasi. Optional visit to Sarnath (US$15). In the evening board the sleeper train back to Delhi.

DELHI: The tour ends on arrival in Delhi.