Rajasthan

Classic North India


Flights

NotIncluded


Starting From

USD 886 Per Person


Availability

All Round The Year


9

Days


Hotel Category

3-4-5 stars

Travel Duration

9 Days / 8 Nights

Included in the trip
Entrance Tickets
Individual departures

All Round The Year

Come visit India and explore the highlights of the north India and Varanasi on this adventurous trip. from Delhi to Varanasi. Witness the Mughal splendours of Agra and Delhi, discover the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, soak up in the ambience of holy Varanasi and admire the erotic sculptures at Khajuraho. This wonderful introduction to the magical India would cover lavish palaces, vibrant bazaars, Kama Sutra temple carvings, Ghat of varanasi and the incomparable Tajmahal. Packed with highlights and hidden gems this tour would leave you Enchanted. Take time to discover the Magic of India. With MTA you will experience India like no Other.

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Stages Of Tour

Land
Plane
Train

The Travel Program

9 DAYS

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Day 1

ARRIVAL IN DELHI & SIGHTSEEING

Arrival in Delhi, after the customs formalities, meet with MTA Representative. Our representative will be waiting for you outside the exit gate of airport with your name Placard.

Start your day with the visit of Old Delhi also called as Shahjahanabad. Visit the world famous Jama Masijd, the biggest friday mosque of India, which can host upto 20,000 worshippers. After the visit take a ride on pedal Rickshaw through the narrow alleys of famous Chandni Chowk market. Proceed towards Rajghat The Tomb of Mahatma Gandhi called as the father of the nation. In the afternoon visit Colonial Delhi monuments, drive through Rajpath to view the Parliament House, the President’s House and India Gate. End your day with the visit of Qutub Minar, A Unesco World Heritage Site. Proceed towards hotel. Checkin and overnight in Delhi.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Transport, Tourist Guide,

Highlights: Rickshaw Ride, Colonial Delhi, Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid

 

Please Note: Hotel checkin would be after the sightseeing.


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Day 2

DELHI - JAIPUR (280 Km – 5:30 Hrs Approx)

After breakfast, drive to Jaipur, on arrival visit the Galta Ji Temple famous for monkeys. Later visit the Birla Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi the temple is completely built in white marble and is a perfect example of a hindu temple architecture (Possibility of participating in the evening prayer ceremony). Chcek in to the hotel. Overnight.

 

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide

Highlights: Galta Temple, Birla Temple

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Day 3

JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING

Morning excursion to Amber to visit the Fort of Man Singh, a splendid example of rajput architecture. The fort, built at a dominant position on the top of a hill, was once the residence of the maharaja of Jaipur. Enroute take a photostop at Hawamahal. Later visit of the City Palace, a complex of princely buildings that include the private apartments of the maharaja. Its museum, full of carpets and miniatures is unique in the world. Adjacent to the palace is the Astronomical Observatory of Jai Singh, the seventeenth century Astronomical Marvel, The observatory, includes sophisticated tools for the calculation of eclipses and for the detection of the position of stars, The calculation of ascendants. The principal attraction of the building is 27 meter high sundial which is located in the center of the observatory and is able to calculate the time up to 2 seconds of precision. Time to explore the local handicraft items. Jaipur is famous for textiles and gemstones. Return back to the hotel for overnight.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide

Highlights: Amer Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar.


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Day 4

JAIPUR - ABHANERI - FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA (260 Km – 5 Hrs Approx)

Drive to Agra, along the way take a stop at Abhaneri for the visit of the famous monumental stepwell "baoli" built in sandstone in the ninth century. Take a second stop to visit the Ghost City of Fatehpur Sikri, a city built in red sandstone by Emperor Akbar and abandoned after only twelve years of use. The citadel retains the charm of the medieval atmosphere that characterized it. Proceed towards Agra. Arrival and checkin. Overnight.

 

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide

Highlights: Abhaneri, Fatehpur Sikri

 

Please Note: At Abhaneri there are not too many guides, so the sightseeing might not be possible with a guide.


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Day 5

AGRA SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast & go to visit the magnificent Taj Mahal, An incredible legacy of moghul architecture in India. It was built by Emperor Moghul Shah Jahan in white marble and semi-precious stones in the memory of her beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal. Proceed towards Agra Fort. Few kilometers away from the Taj Mahal on the banks of the river rises the complex of palaces and royal gardens that housed the moghul rulers for many years. Agra Fort was built by Akbar from 1565 on the foundations of the old fort of the Lodi dynasty and was enlarged and modified by its successors. Checkin & overnight.

 

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide

Highlights: Tajmahal & Agra Fort.


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Day 6

AGRA - ORCHHA - KHAJURAHO (Train For Jhansi, And Then Car For 150 Km – 4 Hrs Approx)

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the railway station to take the train for Jhansi. Arrive at Jhansi railway station. Meet our representative in front of your coach, he will accompany you to the vehicle. Meet your driver and drive to Orchha, once the famous feudal state of Bundelkhand, later abandoned. Here you will find a small village full of colours and beautiful temples with High Shikhara, called Chattris in the local language. It is a beautiful place on the banks of the river Betwa, visit Jahangir Mahal and other monuments built in the 16th century. Due to poor tourism and the fact that this area has been forgotten for years, the place seems neglected, but local authorities are trying to improve the level of maintenance. You can have lunch if you wish in a restaurant near at the royal palace and then continue to Khajuraho (175 km, 4 hours of travel). Arrival in Khajuraho, Checkin to the hotel and overnight.

 

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide,Train

Highlights: Jahangir Mahal, Orchha Mahal, Rural India


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Day 7

KHAJURAHO - ALLAHABAD (PRAYAGRAJ)- 300 KMS - 5:30 Hours

Breakfast at the hotel. visit the fabulous temples built between the ninth & eleventh century. Visit the western temples dedicated to hindu deities, known for their high architectural value and for their erotic sculptures. Many of these sculptures show the various mudra of tantra. Originally there were around 84 temples, one for each of the 84 kamasutra postures. However, many were destroyed in the middle ages and today only 33 remain. Still they continue to represent the great past of this fascinating place. After visiting the western temples, visit the east area dedicated to the Jainist Tirthankara and Jain religion. Drive to Allahabad now called as Prayagraj. Arrive at Allahabad and checkin to the hotel. Overnight.

 

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees, Domestic flight

Highlights: Erotic Sculptures at Khajuraho Temples


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Day 8

ALLAHABAD - VARANASI (120 Kms- 2 Hours Approx)

Allahabad, located at the confluence of the ganges with the Yamuna and mythical Saraswati, Visit the Sangam in the morning and witness the religious life of Sangam Ghat. People come to Allahabad to do various religious activities. Take a boat ride (Optional). Later visit Anand Bhawan - The ex residence of Jawahar Lal Nehru the first Prime Minister of India, It served as the centre of Indian Freedom Movement. Later drive to Varanasi. Arrive at Varanasi and checkin to the hotel. In the evening, take a rickshaw ride or walk among the ghats near the sacred Ganges to attend the evening prayer ceremony called Maha-arti, a festival of lights on the banks of the river, during which the Brahmins greet the Ganges and thank the gods with sacred songs and music.

 

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide.

Highlights: Allahabad Sangam,Evening Arti ceremony at Varanasi


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Day 9

VARANASI DEPARTURE

Wake up before dawn and boat ride on the river Ganges, admiring the devotees who plunge into the river to free themselves from their sins. Visit Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon after got enlightment. Visit the Silk weaving centre to see the work of famous Silk Brocades from Varanasi. You may do some shopping also.

Transfer to the airport for your return journey. No accommodation.

 

Inclusions: Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide

Highlights: Morning at Varanasi, Sarnath

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The hotels

MTA Provides a wide variety of hotels

Cost Per Person For Different Categories

#No of PaxStandardSuperior Prestige
12 PaxUSD 1477USD 1613USD 2028
24 PaxUSD 1181USD 1290USD 1623
36 PaxUSD 1033USD 1129USD 1420
48 PaxUSD 886USD 967USD 1217

Supplements

#PlanStandardSuperior Prestige
1H/B MEAL PLANUSD 32USD 64USD 96
2F/B MEAL PLANUSD 64USD 128USD 192
3SINGLE SUPPLEMENTUSD 1033USD 1129USD 1420
#MonthsDates 1Dates 2

Inclusions

•      Accommodation as per Itinerary on twin sharing with Bed and Breakfast Plan.

•      Transport by private air conditioned vehicle as per program.

•      Professional English Speaking Guide. ( we can also arrange Guide in Other Languages on Request )

•      Train from Agra to Jhansi in AC Chair Car.

•      Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi

•      Visit of Abhaneri Step well - An 8th Century Architetural Marvel

•      Hotel/port pickup and drop-off.

•      2 bottles of water per traveler per day

•      Travel kit document bag

•      One souvenir gift from MTA

•      Private and personalized services.

•      All taxes, fees and handling charges

•      GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions

•      International Flights

•      Monument Entrance fees as per the Program.

•      Visa and Insurances

•      Food and drinks, unless specified.

•      Gratuities (recommended).

•      Anything not mentioned and specified in Itinerary and in inclusions.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

In accordance to the COVID 19 pandemic all our tours are operated with all precautionary measures including SANITIZED CARS AND HOTELS/COMPLIMENTARY SANITIZERS/MASKS (Your safety is our priority)

  • All Inclusive Tour. – Hotels /Transport / Guides 
  • Explore the alleys of Old Delhi in a Rickshaw Ride
  • Amer fort at Jaipur
  • Charm of the Pink City of Jaipur
  • Tajmahal - One of the seven wonders of the world
  • Ghost walled fort of Fatehpur Sikri
  • Varanasi - a blend of spiritualty and belief on the bank of Holy River Ganga
  • Excepetional architecture revealed in the Erotic Sculptures of Khajuraho Temples

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PASSPORT

A valid passport is required for at least six months before Boarding the Flight. We encourage you to check the validity of the passport and we advise you to bring a photocopy of your passport and the page of the visa obtained, or carry multiple copies of ETA, useful in case of loss.

 

INDIAN CONSULAR VISA

To enter India, an entry visa issued by the Indian Embassy is required. It is categorically necessary that all travellers, whose itinerary includes leaving and returning to the country, have obtained a double or multiple visas. During the flight to India you will be given a disembarkation form to be filled in with your data and to be delivered to passport control. The detachable part completed with the customs declaration will be returned to you, and must then be handed over to the customs upon leaving the airport.

 

INTERNAL FLIGHTS

Air tickets for flights within India or between India and Nepal, if not included in the intercontinental flight, will be collected by your companion or our representative and will be delivered to you upon arrival. Flights within India and between Nepal are the trickiest part of the journey. We recommend a lot of patience, because it is not uncommon for flights to suffer delays, cancellations or make intermediate stops not foreseen at the time of booking. It is therefore essential to always go to the airport on time (about 2 hours before the flight). In the event of cancellations, however, the companies, according to the new regulations, will refund the cost of the ticket but have no obligation to re-route. The rebooking will then be done by our local office by purchasing a new ticket. Purchasing it on the same day, the same fare as the canceled flight is not always available. In case this exceeds that of the cancelled flight, the difference must be paid directly on the spot. If there are no other flights on the scheduled route, a land transfer by car/bus will be provided in lieu of the ticket.

 

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE

Since recently (August 2013) both on intercontinental flights and on internal flights, the companies are very strict in calculating the weight of the baggage and each additional kilogram is subjected to an extra payment according to the rules of the company itself. In this regard, we report the scheme concerning the baggage allowance for the economy class granted by each airline for flights within India and between India and Nepal:

 

Airline

Hand Baggage Weight

Checkin Luggage Weight

Air India

7 kg + Laptop

15 kg

Jet Airways

7 kg + Laptop

15 kg

Indigo & Spice Jet

7 kg + Laptop

15 kg

Go Air

7 kg + Laptop

15 kg

Jet Lite

7 kg + Laptop

15 kg

 

The company has the right to apply an extra cost for each kilogram exceeding the above, (indicatively from 4 to 8-euro per kg).

 

LOCAL GUIDES AND ESCORT TOURS

For the entire duration of the group tour, starting from your arrival in India, you will be assisted by a Tour Escort or local Guide (for individual tourists) in each city who will take care of every technical-organizational detail. The tour escort will also act as a local guide in the cities for which he is licensed. In the others he will be accompanied by a local foreign speaking guide or English-speaking guide as per the provisions of the Indian government. In the latter case, he will provide for the translation.

In many cities of India, in fact, there are no local guides speaking foreign languages (especially in southern India, central India and some parts of Rajasthan), or there are few.

 

THEFT

We remind you that passport, telephone and valuable accessories in general must always be kept by the passenger and never left unattended, as no service facility takes charge of any loss/theft during the tour. It is also good to have all the emergency bank numbers with you in case of need.

 

TIPS

In India, tipping is a custom rooted in local custom. The amount of tips is at the discretion of the passengers, but as a rule they are in the local custom. In restaurants it is customary to leave 10% of the bill as a tip.

 

A basic tip:

For half day drive with driver Rs. 300/ full day Rs. 500.

For porters Rs. 70 per bag

For Half Day Local Guide Rs. 500/ Full Day Rs. 800

Per Day Escorts Rs. 1000

 

(The amount is in total and refers to a group of 2/3 people, it can be increased if you are traveling in a group with more people)

For groups, even small in number but with tour escorts, it is advisable to give the guide a sum at the beginning of the tour (approximately 40/45 euros for 7/9 day tours) and he will distribute them appropriately, thus avoiding boring and continuous collections.

N.B. (This figure does not include a possible tip for the companion)

 

ROOM AVAILABILITY

The rooms are available until 12.00 on the day of departure. In India there is no day use system, therefore if the rooms want to be kept until departure they will have to be paid for the entire following night.

 

CHECK-IN ONLINE

We inform you that the check-in procedure can take place via online check-in, which can be implemented from the airlines' websites or via the automatic check-in devices specifically installed at the airport.

 

CLIMATE

The most pleasant season runs from mid-November to March, with moderate heat and low rainfall. The maximum temperatures vary from 27° to 30°, the minimums from 16° to 22°. In March the temperatures begin to rise with highs reaching 38°. The month of August records the peak of the monsoon season (from June to October) which invests the south-western regions with rainfall that varies in intensity according to the areas, limited in some to severe thunderstorms. In October and in the first half of November the south-eastern part of India is affected by a north-east monsoon.

 

CLOTHING

Clothing must take into account the period and the regions where you go. In southern India, light clothing can be worn all year round, without forgetting long trousers and long-sleeved shirts to protect against insects. During visits to the temples, excessively small clothing should be avoided. For those traveling to the northern regions, warmer clothing is needed, as the temperature can approach freezing in winter. In the desert region of Rajasthan the temperature varies a lot between day and night.

 

SHOPPING

In India the variety of handicraft production is practically infinite. Indian muslins, canvases, silks and brocades have enjoyed worldwide fame since ancient times and have been appreciated for the quality of the fabric, the beauty and resistance of the colors, the originality of the designs. Even today the brightly colored silk saris, embroidered or woven with gold or silver threads, the brocades of Varanasi as well as the cottons of Rajasthan, the wool or wool and silk carpets of Kashmir and Uttar Pradesh are renowned. The manufacture of fabrics is just one aspect of the varied and rich Indian craftsmanship which ranges from wood carving (teak, sandalwood, rosewood, ebony) spread almost everywhere, especially in Karnataka, to Agra marble inlays or the stone sculptures of Orissa, from ceramics to hand-painted lacquers, from brass and copper pottery to bamboo and leather objects. The skill of the Indians in the cutting and processing of semi-precious and precious stones has been known since ancient times. Haggling in the bazaars is common practice.

Do not buy souvenirs that cost animals their lives or harm nature.

 

FOOD AND DRINK

It is recommended to drink only bottled or boiled water (found in almost all restaurants and hotels). Carefully avoid tap water and ice in drinks. It is advisable to consume only well-cooked foods and packaged foods, avoiding raw vegetables and fruit that cannot be peeled.

 

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

In India there is a great variety of doctors practicing the most diverse forms of therapy and the only hospital in Europe is located in Delhi. It is advisable to bring from Italy tablets against any gastrointestinal disorders and medicines that are difficult to find locally.

 

BEHAVIOUR

Before entering the temples, mosques and or gurdwaras it is essential to take off your shoes, generally it is allowed to keep your socks on. To avoid discomfort, do not bring leather articles of any kind with you, because they could arouse some opposition. Inside places of worship, tourists can move as they please and sometimes attend religious rites, for which it is preferable to wear modest clothes, avoiding tops, skirts and shorts. A small donation will be welcome.

The folded hands namaste is the typical Indian greeting and its use will be greatly appreciated. Especially in cities, men will gladly shake hands with tourists; in fact, this gesture is considered particularly cordial. The majority of Indian women, on the other hand, are reluctant to shake hands with a man, both Indian and foreign (a possible refusal should not be considered an offense) and are generally surprised by the informality of relations between the two sexes used in western countries. In private homes you will be welcomed as guests of honor and your lack of familiarity with local customs and traditions will be understood and accepted. If you should be tempted to eat with your fingers, remember to use only your right hand.

 

GASTRONOMY

Indian cuisine varies according to the regions, with notable differences between the southern and northern regions, but has as a common feature the wise use of spices which are used not only to flavor foods but also to aid digestion. In the north it looks remarkably like that of Middle Eastern or Central Asian countries; there is great use of chili (hot pepper), the staple food is wheat, and various types of unleavened bread are consumed, such as pooris or chappatis. The meats are quite common, naturally not beef. In the south, where the Muslim influence has been less strong, vegetarian diets prevail, and the cuisine revolves around rice, consumed in an infinite variety of ways. The highly savory taste of Indian foods is related to the blend of spices frequently used in food preparation. These mixtures (kari) can accompany various vegetables, chicken or lamb meat, fish or rice. Rogan josh (lamb curry), gishtaba (spiced meatballs with yoghurt), korna (vegetable meat-based stews) are very common in the north. In the south, various vegetable dishes are widespread, including bhujia (a vegetable curry) and along the coasts, fish dishes, the Cochin prawns are delicious. Perhaps the most common dishes throughout India are, however, the simple dhal, essentially a lentil soup, and the thali, the typical vegetarian dish, usually served on a tray with small bowls full of vegetables accompanied by large -of quantity of rice. Among the desserts, kulfi, the typical pistachio ice cream, is very common, while tropical fruit is very abundant. It is a frequent habit to conclude the meal by chewing pal, a mixture of spices, betel nuts and other powders, all wrapped up in an edible leaf. Tea is the most popular drink and some varieties of Indian tea are famous all over the world. Try the rice beer.

 

LANGUAGE

In India a large number of local languages are spoken, very different from region to region, among which Hindi is the official one. English represents a strong instrument of national cohesion and is very widespread, especially in hotels or in places frequented by Westerners.

 

RELIGION

Religion forms an integral part of India's complex tradition. Four of the most important faiths in the world meet on this territory: Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity and Islam and among these the first two were born in India. furthermore, this country which welcomed the Jews and the Parsees (followers of Zoroaster), who then integrated into Indian life, gave rise to Jainism, Sikhism and other innumerable cults and regional sects of lesser importance and which for centuries have acted and interacted with each other.

 

AIRPORT FEES

They usually already include exit taxes from the country. However, we recommend checking at the airport, as these are subject to change regulations.

 

PHONE

The cellular network is active in the country, however Italian cell phones are only active in the main cities and it is therefore advisable to purchase a card locally. To call from India the area code is 0039. To call India dial 0091.

 

VACCINATIONS

No mandatory vaccination is required for travelers from Italy. Before travelling, it is advisable to consult the competent ASL on the need to carry out vaccinations or appropriate prophylaxis. In general, subject to medical opinion, vaccinations against: diphtheria, hepatitis A and B, typhoid, tuberculosis, polio and tetanus booster are recommended. However, we recommend checking the Viaggiare Sicuri website at the link http://www.viaggiaresicuri.it/index.php?india

 

CURRENCY

The legal tender in India is the Indian Rupee. It is advisable to have currency in US dollars especially for entrances, Euros are also welcome. No Indian currency can be brought into the country or exported, while any amount of foreign currency can be imported. It is very complicated to exchange the Rupee in another currency, so it is advisable to buy in such quantities as to no longer have liquids in local currency at the time of departure. Credit cards, preferably from the VISA circuit, are accepted both in authorized shops and in hotels in large cities, where automated bank branches can also be used.

 

 

 

Our Staff

Our guides and professional escorts have experience in the area and in-depth cultural preparation. We can provide Guides in differenr languages also in most of the sectors but in some areas there shall be only english speaking Guides available, Such as Ladakh and the Himalayan areas, Kindly do check it with our travel experts regarding the availabiluty.

 

Means of transport

Our organization boasts a large fleet of new generation air-conditioned means of transport: from standard or deluxe cars (2/3 pax) to Overland vehicles (2/3 pax); from minibuses (4/8 pax) to grand tour buses (10/40 pax), with professional English speaking drivers, always attentive to the needs of travelers. The roads that connect the main cities of India are generally good. Indian Traffic conditions limit the transfer times to an average of 50 km per hour.

 

Hotels and tented camps

In Indian Subcontinent, the official category of hotels does not guarantee international standards and does not always correspond to the expectations of the traveler. The structures that MTA chooses, from luxury hotels, to Heritage Hotels (former residences of the Maharajas), to lower category hotels, are periodically supervised by our staff. In the Himalayan areas of Ladakh, hotels are provided among the best existing and standard tented camps with limited comfort, where a good spirit of adaptation is required.

 

Flights

The Major airports where International flights Land are Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Almost all of the major International Airliens have theor scheduled flights from these cities. including Swiss, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, BrusselsAirlines and Etihad.

 

Personalized trips

Our Product Managers are available to travelers to develop personalized itineraries (for individuals or groups) and offer ad hoc programming, designed with maximum flexibility and with smallest details, for those who want to immerse themselves in the magic and spirituality of " Land of the Gods” outside the classic Itineraries or with programs already present in the catalog. MTA is also available to develop personalized travels in cinema, nature, sports, honeymoons, incentive travel, business tourism and medical tourism in India.

 

India Visa

To obtain an entry visa to India it is essential to have a passport valid for 6 months from the date of travel (with at least three consecutive free pages), and two passport photos. you can apply for ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) The Link of the website is https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa Kindly check for permission Granted on ETA before boarding your flight.