The Maha Kumbh Tour

After breakfast , proceed for a full-day private tour, with a guide in English (or language of your choice ) speaking . Visit fascinating Old Delhi for a cultural immersion in this beautiful historic city. Drive past Red Fort and Jama Masjid : The Red Fort (Lal Qila) is one of Delhi's top tourist sights. A brilliant red sandstone fort built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built Agra's Taj Mahal) as his ruling palace. Enjoy Rickshaw ride, passing through the Chandni Chowk market  (where craftsmen sell their wares ) and through the narrow streets of old Delhi where you will come across the   the fusion of current traditions and heritage that were built there. The ride terminates at Jama Masjid mosque which is one of Asia’s largest mosques with its marble domes and splendor minarets. Continue to Raj Ghat (where Gandhiji was cremated).
Continue your visit to main temple of Sikhism in Delhi: Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, which was originally a palace and has a peculiar golden dome. During the temple visit, the opportunity to participate in food preparation ( subject to time availability) in the communal kitchen run by Gurdwara Committee.

Afternoon, continue with tour of New Delhi, which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in the lifestyles. The walled city is all tradition where one will be able to glean a past lifestyle in all its facets colors and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st century standards. Drive past India Gate, Government buildings, visit Qutub Minar .

Qutub Minar : also spelled Qutub Minar or Qutab Minar is the tallest brick minaret in the world and an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. The Qutub Minar and its monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel
Meals : Breakfast 

After Breakfast, proceed to Railway station /Airport to take Vande Bharat Express train or Flight to Paryagraj. Upon arrival check in at hotel/Tented accommodation. Rest of the day free or explore the place at your own.

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel or Tented accommodation.
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at  the hotel. Full day free to explore Mahakumbh premises and activities.
 Festival Activities: Attend the Maha Kumbh festival, participate in holy dips at Sangam (the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswathi rivers). Meet and see many Yogis/Sadhus/Saints and Rituals. Religious Ceremonies: Join the religious ceremonies and spiritual activities.
Evening:  Cultural Events: Witness cultural performances and processions

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel or Tented accommodation.
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast: At the camp.
Festival Activities: Continue participating in the Maha Kumbh festival activities.
Afternoon: Explore: Visit Akshaya vat, Patalpuri Temple, and other notable sites.
Evening:  Spiritual Gathering: Engage with sadhus and attend evening aarti.

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel or Tented accommodation.
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner

After Breakfast, check out and proceed to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi check in at Hotel.

Afternoon, proceed to visit Sarnath,  one of the top four Buddhist pilgrimage destinations in the world, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Buddhists look upon India as the land of Buddha which makes Sarnath a popular tourist attraction. The emperor Ashoka, who spread the Buddha’s message of love and compassion throughout his vast empire, visited Sarnath around 234BC, and erected a stupa here. Several Buddhist structures were raised at Sarnath between the 3rd century BC and the 11th century AD. Visit the Archaeological Museum (Closed on Friday’s), Asoka Pillar and the Chinese Buddhist Temple.
Later drive back to Varanasi to participate in evening prayer, held by the river Ganges.

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel or Tented accommodation.
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner

Early morning at 0500 Hrs. proceed to Experience Boat Ride on River Ganges. The traditional boat ride will take you through  various cremation Ghats to have spiritual experience . In these Ghats, Hindu people last rituals are done.  After having the ride, return back to hotel. visit the Banaras Hindu University.  Return to hotel for Breakfast.
After breakfast, you may visit various Hindu temple, famous Banaras Hindu university, Bharat Mata Temple and spend some time  time to do shopping, if interested. Varanasi is world famous for Silk sarees and here silk items are of best quality at good competitive prices, which you may buy for yourself or friends. Later, proceed to Airport to connect your onward flight to Delhi.
Upon arrival transfer to hotel and check in at hotel.

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel 
Meals : Breakfast 

After breakfast,  proceed to Agra. Upon arrival, you will proceed for Check-in at the hotel.
Agra  : Situated on the bank of River Yamuna, the city is famous for being the capital of the Mughal emperors from 1526 to 1658. It is a major tourist destination for its many Mughal-era buildings such as TAJ Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites .After Lunch, visit to the Agra Fort (an outstanding example of Mughal architecture).Agra Fort - the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. This was the seat of Mughal rule and administration, and the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River. Shah Jehan added the impressive quarters and the mosque while Aurangzeb added the outer ramparts. Visit its Hall of Public Audience and its Royal Pavilions. Then proceed to Itmad-Ud-Daulah popularly known as Baby Taj.

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel 
Meals : Breakfast

Early Morning, proceed to visit TAJ MAHAL at Sunrise. The Taj Mahal is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid-17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding. You will have ample time to view and be mesmerized by this outstanding piece of architecture for approx. 02 Hours.
After breakfast , check out and drive to Jaipur.
Jaipur : Adorned with pink sandstone palaces, majestic forts, and verdant green gardens against a scenic backdrop of the Aravalli hills, Jaipur represents the charm of India’s rich past and the sophistication of a flourishing metropolis. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II founded the city in 1727 when he decided to shift his capital from Amer. A renowned architect, astronomer, and avid scientist, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II built his capital with geometric precision and made Jaipur one of the most well-planned cities in India.
Upon arrival in Jaipur, transfer to hotel. Then embark on your Cycle Rickshaw ride- This tour is planned to offer you an insight on the socio-economic aspects of the city. Every lane in the walled city has something interesting to offer and the relaxed Rickshaw ride is the best way to explore the city like the locals do.
Enroute to Jaipur, have a brief visit of Abhaneri ( Abhaneri, also spelled Abhaneri, is a village and yields ruins of an ancient city, Abhaneri, now popular for the Chand Baori ( Roughly 1000 Years Old Step well ) . Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in at hotel. Evening at leisure for personal activities or if time permits, visit to famous The Laxmi Narayan Temple is commonly known as the Birla Temple . . There is a magnificent museum which exhibits the ancestral possessions of the Birla family.

Optional : visit of Fatehpur Sikri (If interested) . Built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the mid-16th century, Fatehpur Sikri was meant to be a new capital for his empire. It was also the emperor’s homage to Saint Sheikh Salim Chishti, who predicted the birth of the emperor’s much-desired son and heir. Built in almost uniform style, Sikri is a sprawling complex of palaces, mosques, temples, and other structures. It is a stunning amalgamation of the Persian and Indian styles of building.

Overnight at Hotel
Breakfast

After breakfast proceed for the sightseeing tour of Jaipur visiting Amer Fort with Elephant Ride. Enroute to Amer Fort , brief stop at Palace on winds ( Hawa Mahal)  to have photo shoot and glimpses of this Wind Palace. Amer Fort is approximate 10 Kms from Jaipur and is the ancient capital of Jaipur. Fort palace was constructed in 1652 by King Mansingh and later extended and completed by King Jai Singh. Erected on a vast hill, the citadel and its fort were intended to protect the ancient capital of the state of Jaipur.  You will get there on the back of an elephant. Explore the majestic Amer Fort. You will be able to visit the various rooms, the inner courtyards, the rooms of public hearings, the Mughal gardens with its star-shaped flower beds. In addition, Amber Fort offers panoramic views of Lake Maota. After your visit, return down the hill through Jeep. Take out some some time to do shopping of Handicrafts before proceeding further to City Palace, if interested to carry some souvenirs from this city.

City Palace is one of the major landmarks in Jaipur. The beautiful palace was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh during his reign. Among the various forts and palaces of Jaipur, City Palace stands apart, with its outstanding art and architecture. In the Palace complex visit Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum. Visit to Observatory or Jantar Mantar. It is an astronomical observation site built in the early 18th century. Whose passion for science, engineering, and astronomy prompted him to construct this complex of fourteen scientific instruments. It’s been over 200 years since they were first constructed, these fourteen structures can still accurately measure time; predict eclipses, and track stars and planets in their orbits.
Apart, Handicrafts,  Jaipur is also famous for stones and Gems. If interested, one may visit to one of the Handicraft stores for local handicrafts or hand-woven carpets or stone and Gems place to buy or shop around.

Later, proceed for Dinner at one of the old heritage palaces to see the cultural dance performance.

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel
Meals : Breakfast 

Breakfast at Hotel.
In time check out from hotel and transfer to Delhi Airport to connect International Flight or for overnight stay.

Stay    : Overnight at Hotel
Meals : Breakfast 

After breakfast, proceed to International Airport to connect flight to onward destination.