Golden Triangle including Khajuraho dance festival

Today after breakfast, you will explore the old and new city of Delhi. You’ll be mesmerized by the 100-feet, red-stone boundary walls of Red Fort built during the 17th century. Opposite to this ancient structure is Jama Masjid (Mosque), built in 1656 AD, construction of red sandstone and white marble. It is the largest mosque in India where 20,000 people can pray together at a time. You will also tour the city in a Rickshaw. Along the streets of old Delhi, you will see the Raj Ghat, and Mahatma Gandhi (Father of the Nation) Memorial, which is close to the river Yamuna. Next, you will visit Humayun’s Tomb, the tomb of the second Mughal emperor, which was built by his wife during the 16th century, and then you will visit Qutub Minar, a 220-feet tower made by one of the first Muslim leaders in India, built between 1199 and 1368 AD. It runs counter to Rashtrapati Bhawan, the residence of the President of India. There you’ll also see the Government Buildings and Parliament. An overnight stay in Delhi. Golden Triangle including Khajuraho dance festival

Once the capital of the great Chandela Kings, Khajuraho today is a quiet village of a few thousand people. It is also the setting of the Khajuraho Festival of Dances which draws the best classical dancers in the country every year, who perform against the spectacular backdrop of the floodlit temples.
With international status under the Government of India program categories; this seven-day extravaganza is a unique treat for connoisseurs from all over the world. Golden Triangle including Khajuraho dance festival
The past and the present silhouetted against the glow of a setting sun become an exquisite backdrop for the performers. In a setting where the earthly and the divine create perfect harmony – an event that celebrates the pure magic of the rich classical dance traditions of India. As dusk falls, the temples are lit up in a soft, dream-like ethereal stage. The finest exponents of different classical Indian styles are represented – Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Manipuri, and many more.  An overnight stay in Khajuraho.

After a leisurely breakfast proceed for a sightseeing tour of Khajuraho- famous for the legendary temples of Khajuraho built in the 9th and the 10th century. It is acknowledged as one of the world’s artistic wonders. Khajuraho has achieved fame for the sensual appeal of its erotic sculptures. Evening enjoy Khajuraho Festival of Dances. An overnight stay in Khajuraho

After a leisurely breakfast proceed for a day excursion to Raneh Falls. Evening enjoy the Khajuraho Festival of Dances. Night stay in Khajuraho.

After breakfast, you will visit the local markets of Khajuraho. Later, you will be transferred to the railway station to board the fast air-conditioned train to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, you will be transferred to the hotel. An overnight stay in Agra

At sunrise, you will visit the world-famous Taj Mahal (built from 1631-1653 A.D). A poem in white marble it was built by Mughal ruler Shah Jahan for his deceased wife Mumtaz Mahal. Its extravagant architecture reveals its secret of being one of the Seven Wonders of the World. 20,000 workers with experts from Italy, France, Iran, and Asia were busied for 22 years with the monument.
Return to hotel for breakfast.
Later, you will visit Sikandra, the amazing grave of Akbar, the most influential of all Mughal emperors. Agra is placed on the deposits of the Yamuna River and was under the Mughal rulers during the 16th and 17th centuries.
In the afternoon, you will visit Agra Fort on the west bank of the Yamuna River. The Agra Fort was built in the 16th century by Akbar and was completed by his grandsons. Then, you will visit Itmad-ud-daula, also known as Baby Taj. Finally, you will see the Taj Mahal once again, but now this time from the other side of the river, from the place called Mehtab Bagh. An overnight stay in Agra. Golden Triangle including Khajuraho dance festival
Note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday.

After breakfast, you will proceed to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, which is also popularly known as “Pink City” because of its pink houses’ frontal façade and metropolis fence. On the way, you will visit Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which is 36 km from Agra, the other large city of Akbar, built in 1569. Akbar shifted his cap to Fatehpur Sikri, but after 13 years due to the scarcity of water, it was shifted to Lahore in Pakistan and back again to Agra.
Then drive to Jaipur and upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. An overnight stay in Jaipur
Note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday.

After an early breakfast, you will drive to Fort Amber (10 km), the former capital of Kachhawaha Rajputs. On the way, you will stop to visit the city’s landmark: the Hawa Mahal (palace of the winds). Built during the 18th century, the five-story building features 953 windows and niches from which the royal women observed the procession in the street without being seen. Next, you will visit Amber Fort, which lies on a 400-foot-tall hill and is surrounded by the chain of mountains known as Aravalli. You will ascend the fort on an elephant back like a Maharaja. Then you will visit the Albert Museum.
In the afternoon you will visit the Pink City Jaipur. The City Palace, built in 1734, lies in the center of Jaipur and is now the residence of the royal family of Jaipur and a beautiful museum. An overnight stay at Jaipur

In the morning after breakfast, you will drive to Delhi. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey.