Travel seekers looking for a roller coaster experience can jaunt through brilliantly designed mosques in Bhopal, some majestic Islamic structure in Delhi and Agra, historic monuments at Sanchi, paintings of yesteryears preserved in the rock cut caves of Bhimbetka and chirpy birds in Keoladeo National Park
North India is abode to erotic murals at Khajuraho, Varanasi- the oldest living city as cited by Mark Twain, we enjoy the most romantic city of Lucknow and lastly soak in the Himalayan beauty in Darjeeling at sunrise over Tiger Hill.
Join us on this incredible tour with unforgettable highlights from Delhi to Darjeeling.
| Day 1: | Arrive Delhi (Flight) | |
| Day 2: | Delhi |
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| Day 3: | : Delhi/ Sikandra / Agra (Drive: 220 Km/ 04 Hours) |
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| Day 4: | Agra |
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| Day 5: | : Agra / Bhopal by train # 12002-Shatabdi, Dep: 08:02 Hrs, Arr: 13:50 Hrs |
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| Day 6: | Bhopal |
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| Day 7: | Bhopal / Khajuraho by train #22163- Mahamana Exp, Dep: 06:50 Hrs, Arr: 13:30 Hrs |
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| Day 8: | : Khajuraho / Varanasi by flight |
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| Day 9: | Varanasi |
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| Day 10: | : Varanasi / Lucknow (Drive: 320 Km/ 07 Hours) |
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| Day 11: | Lucknow |
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| Day 12: | Lucknow / Delhi / Bagdogra by flight & Bagdogra- Darjeeling (Drive) |
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| Day 13: | Darjeeling |
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| Day 14: | Darjeeling/Bagdogra (Drive) & Bagdogra /Kolkata by flight |
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| Day 15: | Kolkata |
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| Day 16: | Kolkata/Onward Destination (Flight) |
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We start our morning tour with New Delhi and visit Birla House, the Former Residence of Mahatma Gandhi before he was assassinated by Nathu Ram Godse on January 30, 1948. Later we visit the famous India Gate followed by the Houses of Parliament, Connaught Place and Humayun's Tomb*, the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent, built in 1570. We continue to Qutab Minar and its Monuments* Built in the early 13th century the red sandstone tower of Qutab Minar is 72.5 m high. The surrounding archaeological area contains funerary buildings, notably the magnificent Alai-Darwaza Gate, a masterpiece of Indo-Muslim art and two mosques. Our afternoon concentrates on Old Delhi, starting with the Red Fort Complex*. Named for its massive enclosing walls of red sandstone, it is adjacent to an older fort, the Salimgarh, built by Islam Shah Suri in 1546, with which it forms the Red Fort Complex. The Red Fort is considered to represent the zenith of Mughal creativity which, under the Shah Jahan, was brought to a new level of refinement and each pavilion reveals architectural elements typical of Mughal building, reflecting a fusion of Persian, Timurid and Hindu traditions. After visiting the Red fort, we embark on a captivating journey on a Rickshaw passing through the narrow lanes of the famous Chandni Chowk Bazaar, it was originally built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan for his daughter Jahan Ara in 17th Century since then many changes have taken place however it still remains Old Delhi's one of the Oldest and busiest markets in Delhi. Finally end our rickshaw ride at Jama Masjid, Mughal majesty and India's largest mosque. After visiting the mosque, we proceed to Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. In the evening we enjoy a welcome dinner at well-known Indian restaurant.
Please Note: Red Fort and Birla House are closed on Monday and shops in Chandni Chowk are closed on Sunday
After breakfast we drive to Agra. On arrival we visit the Mausoleum of Akbar the Great in Sikandra. After that we check in our hotel. Later we visit to one of the most well-known wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal*. An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage. Situated on the right bank of the Yamuna in a vast Mogul garden, this funerary monument combines elements and styles of Persian, Central Asian and Islamic architecture.
Please Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. 
We start the day with a visit of Agra Fort*. This powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques. We then drive to 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 some 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 and the artistically designed mausoleum of the revered Sufi saint, Salim Chisty. We then drive to Keoladeo National Park*. This former duck-hunting reserve of the Maharajas is one of the major wintering areas for large numbers of aquatic birds from Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, China and Siberia. Some 364 species of birds, including the rare Siberian crane, have been recorded in the park.
Morning we explore the Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi* consist of a group of monolithic pillars, palaces, temples and monasteries in different states of conservation, most of which date back to the 2nd and 1st centuries B.C. It is the oldest Buddhist sanctuary in existence and was a major Buddhist centre in India until the 12th century A.D. On our way back, we visit Udaygiri Caves, a group of rock-cut cave sanctuaries carved into a sandstone hill from 4th and 5th centuries AD. In the afternoon we visit the Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka* in the foothills of the Vindhyan Mountains on the southern edge of the central Indian plateau. Within massive sandstone outcrops, above comparatively dense forest, are five clusters of natural rock shelters, displaying paintings that appear to date from the Mesolithic Period right through to the historical period. The cultural traditions of the inhabitants of the twenty-one villages adjacent to the site bear a strong resemblance to those represented in the rock paintings
Early morning, we are transferred to railway station for our train to Khajuraho. On arrival, we are transferred to our hotel. 
(Between April to September flight operates only on Monday, Wednesday & Saturday) 
In the early morning we take a sunrise cruise on the River Ganges for a most serene experience. One of the cardinal principles of Hinduism is the belief in the holiness of the Ganges. Every morning scores of pilgrims and priests fill the riverbanks bathing in the holy waters and performing various other rituals. This unique experience literally transports you to another world. 
After breakfast, we drive to Lucknow. Upon arrival, we are check in our hotel. In the evening, we join our local culinary expert for a culinary walking tour. Lucknow can very well be termed as a city that has carved a niche by attracting gastronomes for the want of discovering and re-discovering the Awadhi Cuisine. Till date the people of Lucknow spend most of the earning and time in their kitchens. Lucknow is one place that has a colony of chefs called ‘Bawarchi Tola’ and then there is a full street where one can find the best from Lucknow’s very own kitchens. 
Lucknow is perhaps the most romantic of capital towns in India. There is no city where it is so simple to turn back the pages of history and the colorful days of Nawabs and Begums, through the eyes of those who claim to have personal knowledge of court and customs, secrets and intrigues. Lucknow is famous for its gold and silver brocades, silverware, clay figurines and pottery
Just before sunrise we get into our 4 x 4’s and proceed to Tiger Hill to view an incredible sunrise from behind the huge lofty mountain peaks. Here we get a breathtaking view of the majestic Mts. Everest and Kanchenjunga. This is followed by a visit to one of the most unique of the world Heritage Sites – the Toy Train*. We ride on this one of a kind rail culminating with a visit to the Ghoom Monastery. The monastery, built in 1875, houses one of the largest statues of the Maitreya Buddha. Next stop is the Himalayan Zoo, home to Himalayan fauna such as the Red Panda, Black Bear, Yaks and Tigers in their natural habitat. We end the day with a visit to the Natural History Museum, which houses a fine collection of preserved butterflies, birds, reptiles and insects of the Himalayas.
Please Note: Zoological Park & History Museum remains closed on Thursday for visitors.* DENOTES UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES INCLUDED
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