Day 1: Delhi

Begin your trip right at the Delhi Airport where you are accorded a traditional welcome to mark your arrival in this beautiful country. After check in, get some much needed rest at the hotel for the rest of the day to gear up for the exciting trip.

Day 2: Delhi

Today, the day belongs to the historical monuments of Delhi. Start with the historic World Heritage Site of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7J','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Red Fort</a>. This 17th century Mughal wonder is considered to be the zenith of Mughal creativity with its complex fabric reflecting the different phases of Indian history. The palace was designed as an imitation of paradise as described by Koran, the holy book of Muslims with each pavilion having its own unique architectural elements with a fusion of Persian, Hindu and Timurid traditions. Later visit the grand old <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'JMD','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jama Masjid Delhi</a> which is one of the biggest mosques in Delhi. Wander through the narrow lanes and bylanes of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'CNC','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Chandni Chowk</a> shopping for unique souvenirs. After a hearty lunch there is the majestic The <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7M','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">India Gate</a> and the seat of the government, The <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'PTH','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Parliament House</a> to keep you occupied. On the way, take a look at the beautiful <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'RBN','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Rashtrapati Bhawan or President's House</a> complete with the royal guards and a mighty gate. Overnight stay at the Delhi Hotel

Day 3: Delhi

Transcend back into the time of royal Mughals with a visit to the famous <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7K','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Qutub Minar</a>. This World Heritage Site is the first monument of Muslim rule in India and demonstrates a blend of both the Hindu and the Islamic art style in its architecture. While in the Qutub comple, there are several other monuments that can be visited and are located in the vicinity such as Alai Darwaza, Tomb of Illtutmish, Tomb of Imam Zamim and Quwwat Ul Islam Mosque. Later, pay your respects at the Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'RGH','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Raj Ghat</a> and at the picturesque <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'LTE','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Lotus Temple</a>. Post lunch, visit another World Heritage Site named as <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7L','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Humayun's Tomb</a> . Reflecting the traditional Islamic style of architecture, the imperial beauty of the tomb is spellbinding and is considered to be among one of the most spectacular Mughal building of the country complete with bulbous dome, high arches, geometric patterns, spires and other Islamic architecture specialties. Overnight stay at the Delhi hotel.

Day 4: Delhi - Agra

After breakfast today, enjoy a relaxing drive to the world famous city of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A09','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taj Mahal</a>- Agra. Get dipped into the captivating charms of the seventh wonder of the world- the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A09','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taj Mahal</a>. Considered to be a true embodiment of love, the Taj has a life of its own that leaps out of its marble surface capturing your heart truly. It is said that the magic of the place is such that it compels the beholders to return back to the place again. Built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, this mausoleum illustrates the proud passion and love of an emperor for his wife. Built over a period of 20 years, the monument was called as a ‘drop of tear on the cheek of history’ due to its sheer importance and beauty. Next on the itinerary is another World Heritage Site <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A10','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">The Agra Fort</a> located just 2kms away from <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A09','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taj Mahal</a>. A veritable treasure trove of Mughal architectural tradition, a part of this place is still used by the Indian military for their parachute operations. Public viewing is allowed for only the southern part of the fort that includes many tourist sites such as Jehangiri Mahal, Khas Mahal, Macchi Bhawan, Diwan-iaam, and many others. Overnight stay at the Agra Hotel.

Day 5: Agra

This morning, after a hearty breakfast, depart for the historic pink city of Jaipur en route visiting another World Heritage Site named <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A11','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Fatehpur Sikri</a> on the way. This majestic city, built in 1571 by Mughal king Akbar is full of surprises. Personally supervised by Akbar when under construction, the place is full of elegant balconies, expansive courtyards, gardens, tanks, pools and cupolas. Built on a layout that produces rich palatial effects by effective usage of open spaces, the city is considered to be a crowning architectural legacy of Akbar. Offering a fine blend of several architectural styles, the place, however is also famous as a ghost town as it was abandoned by Ruler Akbar itself due to paucity of effective water in the area and its proximity of enemy states. However, as a tourist place, the place offers some memorable sights that you will cherish for your lifetime. After exploring this abandoned city, continue on to your journey to Jaipur where you shall stay for the overnight.

Day 6: Agra - Jaipur

Explore the Pink City of Jaipur today to your heart’s content. The day starts with a visit to the majestic <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AT2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Amber Fort</a>, complete with a beautiful lake in front that reflects an exact replica of the fort when the sun is at the right angle during the day. Known for its own Hindu artistic style, the fort is a principal tourist attraction pulling as many as 5000 visitors in a single day during its peak season. There is also the scheduled stopover at the Wind Palace or <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AU2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Hawa Mahal</a>, as its locally called, for a photo session so that you could take some memorable wind memories of the place with you in the form of photos. Post lunch, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AW2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jantar Mantar</a> , a scientific monument built by Rajput King Raja Sawai Jau Singh. Considered to be an expression of cosmological concepts and astronomical skills of the court of a scholarly Indian prince, the observatory holds both scientific and religious significance as ancient Indian astronomers were considered be jyotisa masters too. Holding a lot of significance in the history of astronomy, the observatory is home to many innovative instruments and is considered to be the single most surviving piece of ancient Vedic thought. Later, also pay a visit to the famous <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AN2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">City Palace</a> of Jaipur. Overnight stay at the Jaipur.

Day 7: Jaipur

After breakfast, board a flight to reach the financial capital of India, Mumbai. Famous as being the nerve center of the country after the capital city of Delhi, the city is home to many interesting monuments and buildings. Your first stop after reaching the city is the glory of Mumbai, Victoria Terminus or more popularly called as Chhatrapati Shivaji Station. This World Heritage Site is a major link in the Mumbai railway network and considered to be an outstanding example of the blend of Victorian Gothic revival architecture with Indian traditional themes. One of the busiest railway stations of the country, the place took ten years to be completed and presents a fine blend of two distinct cultures through its architecture. Enroute, drive past the busy <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'DBG','BOM','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Dhobi Ghat</a> and the majestic <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AGF','BOM','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Mani Bhawan</a>,some other jewels of Mumbai landscape.

Day 8: Jaipur

Breakfast is followed by a short flight to the fascinating city of Aurangabad. After check in to your hotel, proceed to visit the spectacular monumental <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A80','IXU','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Ellora Caves</a> located just 30kms away from the city. Considered to be one of the wonders of time, these caves represent the core of the Indian rock cut architecture. There are about 34 total caves in Ellora of which 12 are Buddhist, 5 Jain and 17 Hindu caves narrating volumes about the religious tolerance of that period. Later, spend the night at your designated hotel in Aurangabad.

Day 9: Jaipur - Mumbai

Tighten up your seatbelts as the day will take you to a place whose beauty is like a dream come true. With the intricately <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A81','IXU','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Ajanta caves</a> and prayer halls, the charms of this place catapults us back to the ancient days. Designated as a World Heritage Site in 1983, the place is said to be home to a preserved artistic legacy that will inspire and enrich the lives of the generations to come. In order to maintain them in their preserved condition, chemical treatment is applied on the rocks to make them last longer. Afterwards, get back to the city and pay a visit to ‘<a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A84','IXU','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Bibi ka Makbara</a> ’, commissioned by sixth Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb and bears striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal in Agra, thus earning the place the nickname of ‘Dakkhani Taj’ or the Taj of the Deccan. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10: Mumbai

Today, board a flight back to the fast moving pace of Mumbai from where you shall be transferred by ferry to the World Heritage Site of the famous <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AFZ','BOM','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Elephanta caves</a>. Located on the Elephanta Islands of Mumbai, these caves are home to some of the finest rock cut sculptures of the country. Strewn amongst the many spiritual remnants in the caves, there is a spectacular 22ft Panchamukha Shiva with each face representing a unique aspect of Shiva, the Hindu God. The ferry taking you to this fascinating place is in itself an experience to relish as the grey waters transport you to the early centuries of last millennium while you relish the current sight of numerous monkeys reaching for your food.

Day 11: Mumbai - Aurangabad

This morning after a full breakfast, board your flight to the 369 year old city of Chennai. Gateway to the Southern India, Chennai is one of the major medical tourism destinations also considered to be one of the fastest growing cities of the world. The city has some beautiful beaches though they are not swimming beaches due to the presence of strong undercurrents along the shoreline. The city is also home to some historical churches and beautiful temples such as Basilica of the National Shrine of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A3V','MAA','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">San Thome Cathedral Basilica</a> , <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A4A','MAA','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Fort St. George</a> , <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A4G','MAA','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Kapaleswarar Temple</a> ,<a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A4E','MAA','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Sri Parthasarathy Temple</a> , and many others. Explore the churches and temples after reaching the city and having a hearty lunch. Spend overnight at the Chennai hotel.

Day 12: Aurangabad

Today, after the breakfast, get ready for UNESCO World Heritage monuments of Mammallapuramor Mahabalipuram, located just 60 kms away from Chennai. This ancient town is today purely a tourist town consisting of some exquisitely carved examples of Dravidian architecture. Visit the famous <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ADW','MBM','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Shore Temple</a> which is the signature symbol of the place. Made of charcolite, the temple assumes a magnificent aura against the changing colors of the sky. The temple is also said to be one of the seven that existed here in the same place in 600 A.D. Also take a look at <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ADY','MBM','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">The Five Rathas</a> that represents the chariots of the five Pandavas with sixth being of their wife Draupadi. Demonstrating true Pallava art, the rathas are a magnificent tribute to the legend of Mahabharata. After the visit, drive back to the city of Chennai where you shall spend the night at your hotel.

Day 13: Aurangabad

Trip ends with transfers to the international airport from where you shall be taking your onward flight.