Maharajas & Sadhus - 10 Days Tour of Rajasthan, Agra & Varanasi, New Delhi

About this activity

Experience the rich culture, art, and heritage of India on this Luxury Rajasthan, Agra & Varanasi Art & Craft Tour. Designed for art and culture lovers, the tour includes iconic attractions as well as offbeat experiences such as local markets, handicrafts, street food, and night tours. The journey begins in Delhi, followed by flights to Udaipur (the Lake City), Jodhpur (the Blue City), Jaipur (the Pink City), Agra (home of the Taj Mahal), Lucknow (the city of Nawabs), and concludes in Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest cities.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: MTA Destination Management Company

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Two bottled waters per person per day in the car
Included: Private air-conditioned car with driver
Included: Expert local guides in each city
Included: All tolls and parking charges during the tour
Included: Breakfast
Included: 24/7 assistance and support
Included: All applicable GST included
Included: Airport pick-up and drop-off
Included: Entrance fees to attractions, monuments, and UNESCO sites
Included: Comfortable hotel accommodation as per selected category

Not included

Not included: Gratuities/tips for guides and drivers
Not included: International flights, visa, and travel insurance

Itinerary

Day 1 · Arrival in Delhi and Sightseeing

Stop 1

3 hours Admission included

Upon arrival in Delhi and after completing customs formalities, you will be greeted by our MTA representative, waiting outside Gate No. 5 with your name placard. If your pickup is not from the airport, our representative will meet you at the location you provide. Begin your day with a visit to Old Delhi, also known as Shahjahanabad. Explore the magnificent Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, which can accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers. Later, enjoy a traditional cycle rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk market.
Raj Ghat

one hour

After exploring Old Delhi, visit Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, set on a black marble platform surrounded by serene gardens. Nearby, you can also see Shantivan, the resting place of Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister.
Kartavya Path

Passing by

Drive along Rajpath to see Parliament House, the President’s House, and India Gate. Designed by Edwin Lutyens, this historic boulevard, once called Kingsway, now hosts the annual Republic Day parade.
Qutub Minar

2 hours Admission included

End the day with a visit to Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Delhi’s iconic landmarks, standing 73 meters tall. After sightseeing, proceed to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay in Delhi.

Please note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.

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Day 2 · Delhi → Udaipur (Domestic Flight – Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes)

Stop 1

6 hours Admission included

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Udaipur. On arrival, enjoy an optional boat ride on Lake Pichola to visit Jag Mandir, the beautiful island palace. Later, check in to your hotel for an overnight stay in Udaipur.

Please note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.

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Day 3 · Udaipur Sightseeing

Shri Ekling Ji Temple

2 hours

Excursion to Eklingji Temple, the 8th-century royal temple of Udaipur dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Nagda, a nearby medieval archaeological site.
City Palace

2 hours Admission included

Return to Udaipur to visit the City Palace, Rajasthan’s largest palace turned museum, offering panoramic views of Lake Pichola and featuring stunning courtyards, royal apartments, and historic stables.

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Day 4 · Udaipur - Ranakpur - Jodhpur (270 Km, 5-6 Hrs Approx)

Ranakpur Jain Temple

one hour Admission included

Depart for Jodhpur, stopping at Ranakpur to visit the renowned Jain Temple, famous worldwide for its exquisite architecture. Spread over 4,500 square yards with 29 halls, it is one of the five major pilgrimage sites of Jainism and recognized among the world’s top architectural wonders.
Jodhpur

6 hours

After visiting Ranakpur Jain Temple, drive to Jodhpur, the “Gateway to Thar Desert.” Spend the evening exploring the local spice and textile markets, then check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

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Day 5 · Jodhpur - Jaipur (335 Km - 5-6 Hrs Approx)

Mehrangarh Fort

3 hours Admission included

After breakfast, visit Mehrangarh Fort, one of India’s largest forts, built in the 15th century. Explore its museum, showcasing royal artifacts, paintings, furniture, clothing, and armor.
Jaswant Thada

2 hours Admission included

Visit Jaswant Thada, a beautifully carved white marble royal mausoleum, enhanced by local music and folk performances. Afterward, depart for Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, and check in for an overnight stay.

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Day 6 · Jaipur Sightseeing

The City Palace

2 hours Admission included

After breakfast, visit Jaipur’s City Palace, a grand complex that includes the Maharaja’s private apartments. Its museum, featuring carpets and miniature paintings, showcases a unique blend of Indian, Mughal, and European architectural styles, highlighted by the use of red and pink stones.
Stop 2

10 min Admission included

Next, visit Hawa Mahal, the “Palace of Winds,” famous for its unique honeycomb façade with 953 small windows, offering excellent photo opportunities and a glimpse into royal life.
Stop 3

one hour Admission included

Adjacent to the palace, visit Jantar Mantar, the 17th-century astronomical observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh II. It features advanced instruments to track stars, calculate eclipses, and determine ascendants, with the 27-meter-high sundial as its main highlight, capable of measuring time with two-second precision. Later, explore Jaipur’s local markets, famous for textiles and gemstones, before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.

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Day 7 · Jaipur - Abhaneri - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (232 Km - 5-6 Hrs Approx)

Chand Baori

one hour Admission included

After breakfast, drive to Agra with a stop at Abhaneri to visit the famous Chand Baori stepwell, a 9th-century sandstone marvel with intricate geometric patterns and 3,500 narrow steps.
Stop 2

one hour Admission included

Continue to Fatehpur Sikri, the “Ghost City” built by Emperor Akbar in red sandstone and abandoned after just 12 years, where the well-preserved palaces, courtyards, and monuments reflect the grandeur of the Mughal era. After sightseeing, proceed to Agra, check in to your hotel, and stay overnight.

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Day 8 · Agra - Lucknow (337 Km - 4-5 Hrs Approx)

Taj Mahal

2 hours Admission included

After the breakfast at your hotel, Begin your day with the Visit of the Magnificent Taj Mahal, An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage.
Agra Fort

5 hours Admission included

Proceed to Agra Fort, located just a kilometer from the Taj Mahal on the banks of the Yamuna River. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 and expanded by his successors, this grand complex of palaces and gardens served as the residence of the Mughal rulers and offers stunning views of the Taj Mahal. After the visit, drive to Lucknow, the city of the Nawabs, and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

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Day 9 · Lucknow - Varanasi (300 Km - 5-6 Hrs Approx)

Bara Imambara

2 hours Admission included

After breakfast, visit Bara Imambara (Asfi Imambara), built by the Nawab of Lucknow. This important place of worship is famous for its unique labyrinth of corridors, known as Bhul Bhulaiya, and attracts visitors especially during the Muharram festival.
Rumi Darwaza

one hour Admission included

Next, visit Rumi Darwaza, a magnificent 60-foot-tall gateway built in 1784 by Nawab Asaf-Ud-Daula, showcasing Awadhi architecture and modeled after Istanbul’s Sublime Porte. After the visit, drive to Varanasi, check in to your hotel, and stay overnight.
Ganga Aarti

2 hours Admission included

Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world and one of the seven holy cities of Hinduism, is known as the “City of Life.” For Hindus, it is a sacred place to reconnect with the divine and seek liberation from the cycle of reincarnation. In the evening, witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti on the banks of the Ganges, a spiritual ceremony with hymns, prayers, and sacred songs. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

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Day 10 · Varanasi - Delhi (Domestic Flight - 1.30 Hr Approx)

Stop 1

3 hours Admission included

Wake up before dawn and enjoy a boat ride on the Ganges, observing devotees performing rituals to cleanse themselves of sins. Afterward, visit Sarnath, one of the most revered Buddhist sites, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Delhi, and onward to the international airport for your journey back home.

NO ACCOMODATION

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

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Capital O 2083 Hotel Blessings
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Townhouse 1007 Hotel Premium Inn
Flagship 700363 Hotel Small Town
Hotel Runway
Hotel Signature Stayz by Admire Room
Hotel O Golf Inn Rooms
Hotel O ONYX RESTRO & HOTEL
Hotel Morya Suites IGI Airport
Hotel Cladis by Quadis Sector 15 Noida
hotel the glitz

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Kindly provide your exact pick-up location with complete address at the time of booking so we can arrange your pick-up smoothly and on time.

Using your ticket

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Dress code is smart casual
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Tour with 4* Hotels

Pickup included
Tour with 3* Hotels

STD(3*) CATEGORY ACCOMODATIONS

Standard Economy Tour

Pickup included
Tour with 5* Hotels

SUP(5*) CATEGORY ACCOMODATIONS

Luxury Tour: Tour with Five Star/Best Hotels in city, Private Car with Driver, Private Professional Local Guide, Family Dinner at Jaipur & Agra & Taxes. Entrance and extras will be paid directly.

Pickup included
Transport + Guide + Entry fees

As per group size: For 1-2 People - AC Sedan Car

For 2-4 People - AC MUV Car

For 4 & more - AC Minivan

Only Transport and Guide Tour: This option will provide the transport and tour guide or entrances fees as per the sightseeing. Pick and drop are included.

Pickup included