NORTH INDIA TEMPLE TOUR
Being the Land of Temples, India has many such cities, towns and villages which are known for the ancient and modern temples. In fact, some of these towns and cities are named after the temples found here. The northern part of India is very rich in spirituality and religious importance. Every year thousands and lakhs of devotees make their visit to the holy cities of North India to seek inner peace. In this tour, one gets to see the holy cities of Haridwar, Rishikesh, Varanasi and Mathura. Apart from this, explore the city of Taj Mahal, Agra.
Highlights of the tour :
- Birth Place of Lord Krishna – Mathura.
- Evening Ganga Aarti at Har-Ki-Pauri in Haridwar.
- Visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Sarnath in Varanasi.
| Day 01 | ARRIVAL DELHI |
On your arrival meet our representative and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon, visit Laxmi Narayan Temple also known as Birla Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi. Overnight in Delhi.
| Day 02 | DELHI – HARIDWAR |
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Haridwar. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Later, proceed for the temples visiting Daksh Temple, Jain Temple and Shantikunj Ashram. Evening attend the grand Ganga aarti at Har-ki-pauri. Overnight in Haridwar.
| Day 03 | HARIDWAR – RISHIKESH – HARIDWAR |
After breakfast, proceed for a full day excursion to Rishikesh – the city of sages and ashrams. Being located on the lap of nature and the hub of Yoga retreats and ashrams, Rishikesh is often called as the ‘Yoga capital of the World’. Reach Rishikesh and visit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula and Swargashram. Evening, at Parmarth Niketan, witness the Ganga Aarti . Thereafter, drive back to Haridwar for overnight stay.
| Day 04 | HARIDWAR – DEHRADUN – VARANASI |
Morning, in time transfer to Dehradun airport to board the flight for Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Being situated on the banks of the sacred Ganga river, Varanasi has been a prominent pilgrim site and a centre of learning, for over thousands of years. Evening, witness the grand aarti ceremony on the banks of river Ganga. Overnight in Varanasi.
| Day 05 | VARANASI |
Morning proceed for a boat ride on river Ganges, along with a view of the sunrise. Later, visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, the interior of which has a Shiva Lingam and verses from Hindu scriptures inscribed on the walls. Also, visit Birla Temple, Bharat Mata Temple and others. Afternoon, proceed for an excursion to Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Visit Dhamekha Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa and Sarnath Museum. Later, drive back to Varanasi for overnight stay.
| Day 06 | VARANASI - AGRA |
This day, transfer to Varanasi railway station to board the train for Agra. Reach Agra, transfer to the hotel and check-in. Overnight in Agra.
| Day 07 | AGRA – MATHURA |
After breakfast, proceed for the sightseeing visiting Taj Mahal, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan on the South Bank of Yamuna river in Agra a tomb of one of best wife Mumtaz and also known for symbol of love. Also, visit Agra Fort the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty. Later, drive to Mathura, a sacred place where the deity Lord Krishna is said to have been born. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Mathura.
| Day 08 | MATHURA - DELHI |
Morning, proceed for the sightseeing of Mathura visiting Dwarkadheesh Temple, which is the prime temple of the town. Also visit Shri Krishna Janm Bhoomi Temple, the birthplace of Hindu deity Lord Krishna, followed by Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan. Later, drive to Delhi and on arrival transfer to Delhi airport to board your flight for onward journey.
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Our itineraries combine history, culture, opportunities for social interaction, leisure time that allows you to explore on your own. That are creative and comprehensive and had been specially designed to bring you a complete experience of India.
Moreover any number of tours can be combined to suite your particular requirement and if you tell us your special interests we will make sure your itinerary accommodate them.
