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A small boat passing Varanasi's ghats on the Ganga at dawn.
Sandstone temple towers in the Khajuraho Group of Monuments.
Orchha's historic palace complex above the Betwa River landscape.
Dhamek Stupa standing in the peaceful grounds of Sarnath.

India's Sacred North: Varanasi, Khajuraho & Orchha

A ten-day cultural journey from Delhi into Varanasi's riverfront, Sarnath's Buddhist heritage, Khajuraho's temple art, Orchha's Bundela landscapes, and Agra's final Mughal landmark.

Journey details

Hosted by Reiseria

Private journey with expert guides · 24/7 support

Duration

10 days / 9 nights

Destinations

6 destinations across India

Stay style

Dawn boat and respectful evening aarti viewing in Varanasi

Best season

October-March

Where you’ll be

Journey overview

What’s included

  • Accommodation

    Hotel stays in Delhi, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Orchha and Agra as listed, on the confirmed room basis.

  • North India route transport

    The planned airport, intercity and local sightseeing transport shown in the itinerary.

  • Local guide services

    Guided visits for Varanasi, Sarnath, Khajuraho, Orchha and Agra where marked in the day-by-day plan.

  • Heritage & river experiences

    Listed monuments, archaeological sites and riverfront experiences, with fees included where noted.

  • Meals listed in the itinerary

    Breakfasts and any other meals explicitly shown in the day-by-day plan.

  • Planning & on-trip support

    Pre-trip planning, local coordination and practical visa and entry guidance throughout the journey.

What’s not included

  • Flights & unlisted transport

    International or domestic flights, trains, boats and transfers not specifically shown in the confirmed plan.

  • Visa & government charges

    Visa, passport, government, camera, offering or special-permit fees unless expressly listed as included.

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance, medical care, evacuation and costs outside the confirmed journey.

  • Unlisted meals & drinks

    Meals, drinks, room service and dining not specifically listed in the itinerary.

  • Personal expenses & gratuities

    Shopping, laundry, phone charges, tips, ceremony donations and other personal purchases.

  • Optional additions

    Optional river outings, experiences, hotel upgrades, extra nights and special requests.

Please note: The displayed “from” price is indicative and may vary with your travel dates, group size, room choice, availability and confirmed services. Your personalized quote and booking confirmation confirm the final inclusions, exclusions and total price.

5.0 · 47 ratings

Sophie

Hamburg, Germany

★★★★★

The route felt beautifully balanced. The Taj Mahal at sunrise and Ranthambore were unforgettable, and every transfer was handled thoughtfully.

Daniel

London, United Kingdom

★★★★★

Our guides made India feel easy to discover. The palaces, food and small local moments were the highlights of our trip.

Marie

Paris, France

★★★★★

A wonderfully considered itinerary with excellent hotels and just enough time to slow down between the big sights.

Jonas

Munich, Germany

★★★★★

The safari and Udaipur stay were magical. Reiseria listened to what we wanted and adjusted the pace perfectly.

Claire

Toronto, Canada

★★★★★

From Delhi to Rajasthan, everything ran smoothly. We always knew what was happening without feeling over-scheduled.

Ava

Melbourne, Australia

★★★★★

The right mix of comfort, culture and adventure. We would happily plan another India journey with the Reiseria team.

From €1,750 / person

Free cancellation

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