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Immerse in the Culture of Uttar Pradesh in November, 2023

  1. Day 1: Taj Mahal, Agra
    2 hours 30 minutes (127 miles) from Delhi Airport

    Visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal, in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and witness the sunset at the Mehtab Bagh.

  2. Day 2: Fatehpur Sikri and Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
    2 hours 20 minutes (43 miles) from Agra

    Start your day exploring the abandoned capital of the Mughal Empire, Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In the afternoon, head to the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, also known as Keoladeo National Park, to witness the diversity of birdlife.

  3. Day 3: Varanasi
    8 hours 30 minutes (453 miles) from Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

    Explore the spiritual capital of India, Varanasi, in the morning and witness the sunrise over the Ganges River. In the afternoon, visit the Sarnath Archaeological Museum and the Dhamek Stupa, both important Buddhist pilgrimage sites.

  4. Day 4: Khajuraho
    9 hours 30 minutes (320 miles) from Varanasi

    Visit the Khajuraho Group of Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Raneh Falls and the Pandav Falls.

  5. Day 5: Lucknow
    8 hours (289 miles) from Khajuraho

    Explore the capital of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow, in the morning. Visit the Bara Imambara, a Mughal-era monument, and the Rumi Darwaza, a 60-feet-high gate. In the afternoon, head to the British Residency, a witness to the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

  6. Day 6: Sravasti and Lumbini
    8 hours 40 minutes (233 miles) from Lucknow

    Start your day exploring the ancient city of Sravasti, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site. In the afternoon, head to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha.

  7. Day 7: Ayodhya and departure
    4 hours 10 minutes (112 miles) from Lumbini

    Visit Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama, in the morning. In the afternoon, head back to the airport for your departure.

Recommendations

Consider taking a boat ride on the Ganges River in Varanasi and visiting the All Saints Cathedral in Allahabad. Also, make sure to try the famous Lucknowi biryani and kebabs.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Taj Mahal (2-3 hours, ₹1300)
  • Agra Fort (1-2 hours, ₹600)
  • Mehtab Bagh (1-2 hours, ₹300)
  • Fatehpur Sikri (2-3 hours, ₹550)
  • Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (3-4 hours, ₹350)
  • Sarnath Archaeological Museum (2-3 hours, ₹50)
  • Dhamek Stupa (1-2 hours, ₹200)
  • Khajuraho Group of Monuments (3-4 hours, ₹600)
  • Raneh Falls (1-2 hours, ₹50)
  • Pandav Falls (1-2 hours, ₹50)
  • Bara Imambara (1-2 hours, ₹50)
  • Rumi Darwaza (1-2 hours, ₹50)
  • British Residency (1-2 hours, ₹100)
  • Sravasti (2-3 hours, ₹50)
  • Lumbini (3-4 hours, NPR 200)
  • Ayodhya (2-3 hours, ₹50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹4,150 (NPR 200)
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