Early morning boat ride at the Holy Ganges River, later a walk through the narrow alleys of the Old Town of Varanasi and visiting the famous temples. Return to the hotel for breakfast; later proceed to Sarnath, which is about 10 kms from Varanasi.
This is the place where Lord Buddha after enlightenment gave his first sermon or as the Buddhist say set the wheel of dharma or law rolling. Today Sarnath is considered as one of the richest place to have antiques since the Ashoka period to the 12th century. Realizing the sanctity of the site, emperor Ashoka, in the 3rd century B.C. built some of the finest monuments and legacies. The 34-meter-high 'Dhamek' stupa stands as a remarkable structure. This contains the remains of Lord Buddha, while the Deer Park in Sarnath is where the Lord delivered his first sermon. The area is now graceful and pleasant, breathing the spirit of the enlightened one, aglow with the devotion of the many followers who inhabited it through the centuries that followed. Other attractions here are " Choukhandi Stupa" which was built in 1555 A.D by Mughal Emperor Akbar and is believed to be the place where Buddha met his five disciples. The "Mulgandha Kuti Vihara" - the Tibetian Buddhist shrine built in 1930, enshrines sacred relics from various places and a life-size golden statue of the Buddha.
Overnight at the hotel.

Today, wake up early and enjoy a serene boat ride on the river Ganges, (optional). Or take it easy and relax till check-out. Later return to the hotel. Check out in the afternoon and transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Khajuraho. On arrival at Khajuraho airport, you will be received by our local representative and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day to relax. Overnight at the hotel. Evening optional visit to the "Sound Light Show".

The temples at Khajuraho are divided into three broad groups:

1. The Western Group, which is the largest, compact and centrally located group in Khajuraho, includes some of the most prominent monuments.
2. The Eastern Group, which comprises of five detached subgroups in and around the present village of Khajuraho.
3. The Southern Group, which is the most distant one comprising of two main monuments near and across the Khudarnala.

After breakfast, proceed for a visit to the Western group of temples, which are situated along the main approach road to Khajuraho. This is the largest and most important group with most of its constituent temples laid out roughly in two rows. The Lakshmana Temple, the Matangesvara Temple and the Varaha Temple form one complex and the Visvanatha and Nandi temples are not far from this complex.

The Archaeological Survey of India maintains the western group of monuments. The monuments of the group face east and are arranged in two rough alignments, running north south.
Overnight at the hotel.

Today early morning proceed for sightseeing of the world famous Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in the memory of his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal was the culmination point of Indo-Persian architecture. later return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast check-out of the hotel and proceed for sightseeing of Agra Fort, built principally as a military establishment by Akbar in 1565, the red sandstone Agra fort was partially converted into a palace during Shah Jahan's time Then a short drive of approximately 1 hour (24 miles) to visit Fatehpur Sikri. a city predominantly in Red Sandstone, built by Mughal emperor - Akbar. Though planned as the capital but shortage of water compelled him to abandon the city. Fatehpur Sikri was built during 1571 and 1585 and is one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendor at its height.

Upon returning from Fatehpur Sikri transfer to the railway station for train to Delhi. Dinner is served onboard the train. On arrival at the New Delhi train station, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis in budget, superior or luxury hotels.
• Buffet Meals as per the itinerary or just breakfast.
• Round trip airport / train station transfers.
• Guided sight seeing at Varanasi, Khajuraho, Agra and Delhi as per the itinerary.
• Air transportation in economy class and Train journey in Air-conditioned coach.
• All applicable taxes.
• Boat ride at Varanasi.
• All transfers and sight seeing are by a private vehicle.

• Round trip airfare for US / India / US.
• Arrangements to reach Varanasi.
• Major meals other than breakfast, unless specified in the itinerary.
• Room service, telephone calls, laundry, mini bar service.
• Tips, gratuities and porterage.
• Any other services not mentioned in the "tour price includes" section.
• Entrance fee to monuments, museums and other places of tourist interest.