Morning:
Your journey begins in Delhi, where a representative greets you at the airport/hotel. After breakfast, visit Humayun’s Tomb, the pioneering Mughal garden-mausoleum that inspired the Taj Mahal. Wander through its symmetrical Persian-style gardens and admire the red sandstone and marble architecture.

Afternoon:
Head to Old Delhi for a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, a 17th-century market bursting with spice stalls, jewelers, and street food. Visit the towering Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, where sunlight filters through its grand arches. Lunch at Karim’s, serving Mughlai cuisine since 1913.

Evening:
Explore Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi’s serene memorial, followed by a drive past India Gate and the Presidential Palace. Enjoy dinner at Indian Accent, where modern Indian flavours shine.

Night:
Overnight in Delhi, resting for tomorrow’s journey to Agra.

Morning:
After an early breakfast, drive to Agra (3.5 hours). Arrive at the Taj Mahal for a sunrise visit—watch as the white marble glows pink in the dawn light. Your guide will share stories of Shah Jahan’s love for Mumtaz, reflected in the pietra dura inlays and Quranic calligraphy.

Afternoon:
Lunch at Peshawri, known for its North-West Frontier cuisine. Then, explore Agra Fort, where Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his son. Walk through its marble halls and balconies framing Taj views.

Evening:
Visit Mehtab Bagh for sunset, capturing the Taj mirrored in the Yamuna. Stroll through Kinari Bazaar for marble handicrafts.

Night:
Overnight in Agra, immersed in Mughal romance.

Morning:
Fly to Gaya (via Varanasi/Patna). Upon arrival, drive to Bodh Gaya, where Buddha attained enlightenment. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO site, and meditate under the sacred Bodhi Tree.

Afternoon:
Lunch at a local vegetarian restaurant. Explore the Great Buddha Statue and Tibetan monasteries like Dhungeshwari Cave, where Buddha meditated before enlightenment.

Evening:
Participate in the temple’s evening chanting ceremony.

Night:
Overnight in Bodh Gaya, absorbing its spiritual energy.

Morning:
At dawn, join pilgrims performing rituals at the Phalgu River. Witness devotees offering prayers for ancestors—a practice dating back millennia.

Afternoon:
Visit Vishnupad Temple, housing Lord Vishnu’s footprint. Lunch at a monastery guesthouse, savoring simple, soulful food.

Evening:
Attend a Buddhist meditation session or interact with monks at Thai Monastery.

Night:
Reflect on the day’s spiritual experiences overnight in Gaya

Morning:
Drive to Varanasi (4 hours). En route, stop at Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon. Explore the Dhamek Stupa and museum.

Afternoon:
Check into a riverside hotel. Lunch at Brown Bread Bakery, then walk through Varanasi’s labyrinthine alleys to Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Evening:
Experience the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat—priests waving lamps as devotees float flower offerings.

Night:
Overnight in Varanasi, lulled by the river’s whispers.

Morning:
At sunrise, glide past ghats on a boat ride, watching devotees perform rituals. Visit Manikarnika Ghat to contemplate life’s cyclical nature.

Afternoon:
Learn about silk weaving in Varanasi’s workshops. Lunch at Vaatika Café, then explore Ramnagar Fort.

Evening:
Free time for reflection or shopping for silk sarees.

Night:
Overnight in Varanas

Morning:
Fly back to Delhi. Visit Lodi Gardens for a peaceful farewell stroll among 15th-century tombs.

Afternoon:
Lunch at Lodi – The Garden Restaurant, then transfer to the airport for departure, carrying memories of history, love, and enlightenment.