India Religious Tours

Temples Tour North India

Day 03 - New Delhi - Agra
This morning after breakfast we drive through a series of fields, small towns and villages to Agra.
Enroute we make a stop and visit Fatehpur Sikri, which was once an imperial capital frozen in time, constructed by Akbar the Great in the 16th century. This wonderful city constructed by red sand stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been built. It has been generally stated that it was due to failing in the water supply.
In the evening arrive in Agra.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 04 - Agra
This morning after breakfast we will proceed for city tour.
Visit Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors.
The construction of this massive structure began in 1565 under Akbar's reign and continued till the time of his grandson's reign, Shah Jahan who built the impressive imperial quarters and mosque.
After the visit of Agra Fort we proceed to visit the most beautiful monument of India, the Taj Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the Palace), who died at the age of 39 giving birth to her 14th child.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 05 - Agra - Gwalior
After the breakfast we drive to Gwalior.
Gwalior's strategic position between north and south India made its fort an important possession and several ruling houses captured it. Some left almost as soon as they came, while others stayed on to build and beautify the citadel. On arrival at Gwalior check in at hotel.
After a while we will proceed to visit the fort of Gwalior.
Evening free at leisure.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 06 - Gwalior - Orchha - Khajuraho
This morning after breakfast we drive to Orchha. Orchha's grandeur has been captured in stone, frozen in time, a rich legacy to the ages. In this medieval city, the hand of time has rested lightly and the palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th centuries retain much of their pristine perfection.
After the visit of Orchha we will proceed for Khajuraho. Khajuraho was the capital of the Chandela dynasty. The Chandela Kings claimed descent from the moon. In the evening we will arrive in Khajuraho.
On arrival at Khajuraho check in at Hotel.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 07 - Khajuraho
This morning after breakfast we will proceed to visit the temple complex of east and west block to see the most beautiful temples in India. The temples of Khajuraho are among the finest examples of temple craftsmanship in the whole of India. Most famous among them is the Laxmana Temple, which is dedicated to god Vishnu. The presence of erotic sculptures in the Temples at Khajuraho is one of the expressions among others of the celebration of all human activities displaying different aspects of Hinduism. Among all the temples, Kandariya Mahadeo and Chausatha Yogini temples are world renowned for their exquisite sculptures.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 08 - Khajuraho - Bhopal
This morning after breakfast transfer to railway station for train to Bhopal.
Bhopal is the capital of Madhya Pradesh. Upon arrival in Bhopal, you will be met by an Caper Travels representative and transferred to the hotel.
In the evening we will proceed for sightseeing of Bhopal.
Visit Taj -ul- Mosque, Birla Museum, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Gandhi Bhawan and also enjoy the boat ride in the lake.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 09 - Bhopal - Indore
This morning we will proceed to Indore. Indore was the historical capital of Holkars.
Arrive in Indore by the afternoon. On arrival at Indore check in at hotel.
Later we will proceed for sightseeing in Indore.
Visit, Lalbagh Palace and Museum, the Chattri Bagh, the Bada Ganesh and Annapurna Temple.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 10 - Indore - Ujjain - Bhopal
This morning after breakfast drive to Ujjain. It is about 56 km from Indore. Ujjain is one of India's holiest cities for Hindus. It was earlier the capital of King Vikramaditya. It also has one of the Saptapuries and Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple of Lord Shiva on the River Kshipra. Kumbha Mela is held once in twelve years in Ujjain.
Visit this Holy temple and also the Bhairon temple, Harsiddhi temple etc.
Then we drive further to Bhopal. On arrival at Bhopal check in at hotel.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 11 - Bhopal - Varanasi
In the morning after having breakfast you will be transfered to railway station for a train to Varanasi. Varanasi is India's most sacred city and thus visited by over one million people. Varanasi is also called the city of light - Kashi or Benaras. Buddha visited this city in 500 BC. Varanasi is regarded as one of the oldest and the holiest city. According to the Indian chronicles, Varanasi was established as a city around twelve hundred years ago before the Christian era.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 12 - Varanasi
In the early morning we take boat ride on the holy River Ganges and enjoy sunrise on the boat. Ghats (flight of steps) and the activities of pilgrims on that are the principal attraction for visitors to Varanasi. Thousands of pilgrims and devotees visit this city to make holy prayers, to meditate and to purify themselves through taking a bath in the holy river Ganges.
City tour of Varanasi
Sightseeing tour of the City visiting the Bharat Mata Temple with a big relief map of India in Marble, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Mandir, Banaras Hindu University, which has an art gallery and the mosque of Moghul Emperor Aurangazeb, built on the site of an ancient Hindu Temple. A walk through the old centre ("golden" temple, ghats...), Bharat mata temple, Kashi Viswanath temple.
Overnight: Hotel