• Arrival in Delhi: Upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, you will be greeted by your driver or guide and transferred to your hotel.
• Leisure Time: Depending on your arrival time, explore some of Delhi’s iconic sites like India Gate, Connaught Place, or Rashtrapati Bhavan.
• Overnight in Delhi.

• Morning:
  • Visit Red Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the iconic symbol of Mughal power.
  • Explore Jama Masjid, one of India’s largest mosques, and enjoy a rickshaw ride through the bustling streets of Chandni Chowk.
• Afternoon:
  • Visit Qutub Minar (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the beautifully preserved Humayun’s Tomb.
  • Explore Akshardham Temple or Lotus Temple to admire stunning architecture.
• Evening: Visit India Gate and Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi.
• Overnight in Delhi.

• Morning: After breakfast, drive to Agra.
  • Visit the world-famous Taj Mahal (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the breathtaking white marble mausoleum built by Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
• Afternoon:
  • Explore Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a majestic fort built by Emperor Akbar, which served as the Mughal headquarters.
  • Visit Itmad-ud-Daula’s Tomb (also known as the Baby Taj), a precursor to the Taj Mahal with its intricate marble inlay work.
• Evening: Optional visit to Mehtab Bagh for a stunning sunset view of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.
• Overnight in Agra.

• Morning: After breakfast, depart for Jaipur.
  • En route, stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former Mughal capital known for its grand architecture like Buland Darwaza and Diwan-i-Khas.
• Afternoon: Continue your drive to Jaipur, the “Pink City” of Rajasthan.
  • Arrive in Jaipur and check-in at your hotel.
• Evening: Explore the local markets in Jaipur, including Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar, famous for Rajasthani handicrafts and jewelry.
• Overnight in Jaipur.

• Morning:
  • Visit Amber Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a stunning blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture.
  • Stop at Jal Mahal, the “Water Palace” located in the middle of Man Sagar Lake.
• Afternoon:
  • Explore City Palace, a grand palace complex with museums and courtyards.
  • Visit Jantar Mantar (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the largest stone astronomical observatory in the world.
  • Take a photo stop at Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a striking pink sandstone building.
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani dinner at a restaurant.
• Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 6: Jaipur to Jammu & Katra (Flight or Train)

• Morning: After breakfast, take a flight or overnight train from Jaipur to Jammu (approximately 1.5-hour flight or 12-14 hours by train).
• Afternoon: Arrive in Jammu and transfer to Katra, the base town for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage (approx. 2-hour drive).
• Evening: Rest and prepare for the pilgrimage. Overnight in Katra.

• Morning:
  • After an early breakfast, begin the pilgrimage to Mata Vaishno Devi.
  • The journey involves a trek of about 12 kilometers from Katra to the Bhavan (the shrine), located at an elevation of around 5,200 feet. The trek can be done on foot, or you can opt for horseback or palanquin services if desired.
  • Along the way, enjoy beautiful views of the Trikuta Mountain Range.
• Afternoon: Arrive at the Vaishno Devi Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Goddess Vaishno Devi. The temple is visited by millions of devotees every year.
  • Inside the temple, worship at the holy cave where the Goddess is believed to reside.
• Evening: After darshan (viewing of the deity), return to Katra.
• Overnight in Katra.

• Morning: After breakfast, you can take a short rest or explore the local markets of Katra.
• Afternoon: Depart from Katra and drive to Jammu.
  • You can either take a flight back to Delhi (approx. 1 hour) or opt for the train.
• Evening: Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel for rest. If you arrive early, you may explore local markets for last-minute shopping.
• Overnight in Delhi.

• Morning: Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your onward journey or flight back home.