Day 1: Arrive Delhi

On arrival at Delhi airport assistance & transfer to hotel (check in/out time 12pm). Rest time free for personal activities. Overnight at hotel.

 

Day 2: Delhi

Breakfast at hotel. City tour of Delhi. In Old Delhi visit the majestic Red Fort (closed on Monday) the residence of the Mughal emperor for nearly 200 years until 1857. Jama Masjid one of the largest mosques in the world built by Shah Jahan. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery and traditional Indian sweets. Raj Gath the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi where he was cremated after his assassination. 

In New Delhi visit Humayun Tomb the first garden-tomb in Indian subcontinent and an early example of Mughal architecture commissioned by Humayun`s first wife Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70. Qutab Minar a 73-metres tall minaret that forms part of the Qutb complex a fine examples of Afghan architecture. Lotus Temple a Bahai House of Worship notable for its flowerlike shape. Also drive pass President House, Parliament & India Gate etc. Overnight at hotel.

 

Day 3: Delhi - Jaipur (265km (B)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Jaipur check in at hotel. Later explore pink city colorful bazaars.

 

Day 4: Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel. City tour of Jaipur the first planned city of India. Established in 1727 by Jai Singh II, the king of Amber when he shifted his capital from Amber to the new city because of the rapidly-growing population and an increasing water scarcity. Noted architect Vidyadhar Bhattacharya used the established principles of Vastu Shastra to build the city. In 1876, the Prince of Wales visited Jaipur and the entire Jaipur city was painted in pink the symbolic colors of hospitality to welcome him. Jaipur rises up majestically against the backdrop of the forts Nahargarh, Jaigarh and Garh Ganesh Temple. In morning visit Amber Fort followed by Jaigarh Fort.

Later visit City Palace, Observatory, Hawa Mahal, Sisodia Rani Garden & Birla temple. Explore the famous bazaars of Pink City with its rich history and heritage exudes an amazing mix of royalty and art. Overnight at hotel.

 

Day 5: Jaipur - Agra (245km)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Agra via visiting Abhaneri a small village popular for India`s deepest, largest and amazing step well & a Hindu Temple.

Next visit Fatehpur Sikri an abandoned predominately a red sandstone construction sprawling over a huge area. See the graceful buildings including Diwan-E-Khas hall, Jodha Bai Palace, Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal & Buland Darwaza. 

Continue drive to Agra check in & overnight at hotel.

 

Day 6: Agra - Dudhwa National Park (350km)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Dudhwa National Park, check in at hotel. Rest time free & easy to relax. Overnight at hotel.

 

Day 7: Dudhwa National Park

Breakfast at hotel. Morning and afternoon safari in Dudhwa National Park. Nestled on Indo-Nepal border the park is a perfect getaway for nature buffs and wildlife lovers. The place inhabits plethora of rare and endangered species including tiger, rhinos, hispid hare, swamp deer, antelopes, elephants, jackal, hyena, Bengal florican and leopard etc. It is one of the finest tiger reserves where one can also witness the spellbinding herds of Barasingha in the grassy wetlands. The place is not only home to animals but also varied species of birds nearing 400 that will leave you enchanted. From bulbuls, kingfishers and woodpeckers to owls, barbets, orioles and bee eaters, the place is home to several exotic and migratory birds. With stupefying diversity, this incredible natural abode for birds and animals will be nothing short of bewitching experience. Overnight at hotel.

 

Day 8: Dudhwa National Park - Jim Corbett National Park (280km)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Jim Corbett National Park, check in at hotel. Rest time free to relax.

 

Day 9: Jim Corbett National Park

Breakfast at hotel. Morning and afternoon game drive safari in Corbett Tiger Reserve with naturalist. Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park set amidst the foothills of the Himalayas, in the midst of lush greenery and uneven mountains with varying heights, ranging from about 1300 feet to nearly 4000 feet. Named after Jim Corbett who is a famous hunter and naturalist the park is spread over an area of more than 500 sq km and is divided into 5 zones: Bijrani, Dhikala, Jhirna, Domunda and Sonanandi. This park is a natural habitat of healthy population of tigers, rare species of Otters, the endemic fish eating crocodile, and wealthy flora and fauna with variety of wild animals. Its also home to more than 650 species of rare and migratory birds. 

 

Day 10: Jim Corbett National Park - Vana Wellness Retreat (170km)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Vana Wellness Retreat via visiting Rishkesh and Haridwar.

 

Day 11: Vana Wellness Retreat

Breakfast at hotel. Holistic Treatment, all meals & ovrnight at Vana Wellness Retreat.

A prime position in the Himalayan foothills with some of the best treatment facilities in the country: its no wonder that Vana Malsi Estate was described by Condé: Nast Traveller as a five - star ashram. Hidden away within fragrant lychee and mango forests, the estate is undoubtedly one of the best Ayurvedic retreats in India. A no - nonsense approach to care and completely individually tailored plans let visitors truly profit from their healing time off the grid. Authentic traditions of wellness, medicine and wisdom have been brought together at Vana with creative thought, deep commitment and personalised support. These exist in spaces that are homage to nature and the sublime. Ayurveda, Sowa Rigpa and Yoga have been thoughtfully integrated, yet rooted in their individual authenticity. Vana believes that by aspiring to achieve our best spiritual, emotional, physical and intellectual self, we can live life more wholesomely.

 

Day 12: Vana Wellness Retreat

Breakfast at hotel. Holistic Treatment, all meals & ovrnight at Vana Wellness Retreat.

 

Day 13: Vana Wellness Retreat

Breakfast at hotel. Holistic Treatment, all meals & ovrnight at Vana Wellness Retreat.

 

Day 14: Vana Wellness Retreat

Breakfast at hotel. Holistic Treatment, all meals & ovrnight at Vana Wellness Retreat.

 

Day 15: Vana Wellness Retreat - Delhi (250km)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Delhi check in at hotel.

Rest time free to relax and visit any place of your interest with your driver. Ovrnight at hotel.

 

Day 16: Delhi - Departure

Breakfast at hotel. As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport

15 Nights  accommodation in offered hotels or similar (standard room)

Daily breakfast at hotels. Any other meal (lunch/ dinner) if clearly mentioned in the itinerary).

Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program.

Monuments Entrances of sightseeing places mentioned in the itinerary (almost all places of tourist interest are included in our itinerary)

Government licensed English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city).

Government taxes.

Any air fare

Camera charges at monuments 

Main Meals, Lunch or dinner unless mentioned

Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.

Or anything not mentioned above.