• Qutub Minar – the tallest stone tower in India built in 1191 AD.

• Humayun's Tomb – believed to have been designed by his widow. Its plan is based on the description of Islamic paradise gardens and it is known to have inspired the Taj Mahal and many later Mughal tombs.

• Red Fort – Built by the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan when he shifted his capital from Agra. A short drive brings us to the Great Mosque - The Jama Masjid.

• Drive on to see the memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat.

• Rashtrapati Bhavan – architecturally a very impressive building standing at a height, with a vista to the India Gate right opposite to it. This stretch, called the Rajpath, is where the Republic Day parade is held.

• Purana Quila – a good example of medieval military architecture. Built by Sher Shah Suri in the 16th century, the Purana Quila is a monument of bold design, which is strong, straightforward and every inch a fortress. Car at disposal for evening drive through the city for shopping and other leisurely activities. Return to hotel for overnight stay at the hotel.

• Amber Fort – Perched on a hill some 11km from Jaipur, and nestling among the Aravalli Hills, is the historic fort-palace of Amber. Set in a picturesque background, the splendid Amber Fort was built in 1600 by Raja Man Singh, commander-in-chief of the Mughal army during Akbar's reign and certainly one the greatest generals of medieval India.

• Jaigarh Fort – A stark change from the glamorous interiors of the Amber Palace, the rugged and stocky Jaigarh Fort is perched on a hilltop near the palace. It houses the largest wheeled cannon in the world, the Jai Bana.

• Jantar Mantar – The Jantar Mantar is one of five astronomical observatories, equipped with scientific instruments made of stone and mortar, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the early 18th century.

• Hawa Mahal – Near Jantar Mantar stands the Palace of Winds, more commonly known as the Hawa Mahal its 500 windows allowed the women of the royal household to observe the busy market thoroughfare while themselves remaining invisible to the passers by.

• City Palace – Enter the palace from the Sireh Deorhi Gate where two elephants extend a warm welcome. Mubarak Mahal in the outer courtyard hosts a museum that flaunts rich silks and brocades along with musical instruments from the 17th century onwards. The magnificently painted ceiling of the Diwan-e-Am (the public court) in the inner courtyard houses the second largest chandelier in India.
Overnight will be at the hotel.

Afternoon drive to Agra en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri:
• Buland Darwaza – This is the highest and grandest gateway in India and ranks among the biggest in the world. It can be approached by a 13-metre flight of steps from outside, which adds to its splendour. The gate was raised in 1602 A.D. to commemorate Akbar’s victory in the Deccan.

• Diwan-khana-i-khaas – Exquisitely built, the Diwan-i-khaas or Hall of Private Audience was used by the Emperor for private meetings.

• Diwan-i-Am – The Hall of Public Audience was used for public meetings. The place was also used for celebrations and public prayers.

• The Jama Masjid – one of the large st mosques in India, was built in 1571 A.D. Inside the masjid, there is a vast congregational courtyard. On the right side, at the corner, is the Jammat Khana Hall and next to this is the tomb of the royal ladies. On the left side of the Jami Masjid is the Stone Cutters’ mosque, the oldest place of worship at Fatehpur Sikri.

• Other tourist attractions – Turkish Sultana’s House, The Treasury, Daulat khana-i-khas, Palace of Jodha Bai, Hawa Mahal and Nagina Masjid, Birbal’s Palace, Sunehra Makan, Panch Mahal, Dargah of Sheikh Salim Chisti.
Continue drive to Agra, reach and check into the hotel. In the evening explore Agra market; overnight will be at the hotel.

• Taj Mahal – words cannot describe the beauty of the Taj Mahal. A wonder of the world, the Taj Mahal is a monument, which no other in the world can match in beauty and grandeur. Called the most beautiful structure in the world, the white marbled mausoleum at Agra represents the epitome of a man’s love for a woman.

• Agra Fort – Within a radius of 3 kilometres, on the banks of the River Yamuna, rises the crescent-like Agra Fort. Designed and built by Akbar in 1565 A.D., the fort is surrounded by a 70-foot high wall. It houses the beautiful Pearl Mosque and numerous palaces including the Jahangiri Mahal, Diwan-i-khas, Diwan-i-Am and Moti Masjid. Evening drive to Agra Railway Station to board the overnight train (Gondwana Express – 18:50/07:15) for Jabalpur. Overnight will be on the train.

Day 07: Jabalpur – Kanha (165 kms/05 hrs)
Morning meet and assistance at the Jabalpur railway station – drive to Kanha, reach and check into the hotel. Enjoy afternoon Jeep Safari at Wildlife Sanctuary. Overnight will be at the hotel.

• The temple of Parsvanath is the largest of the Jain temples in Khajuraho and the finest. The temple was originally dedicated to Adinath and latter to Parsvanath. It is the finest example of the sensitive art without any sexual motifs.

• Shantinath is the youngest of all the temples in Khajuraho. Though it looks similar to most other temples in Khajuraho, it is just a century old. The temple has a four and a half metre statue of Adinath.
• Mostly in ruins now, the temple of Ghantai has fine columns and chains and bells, with the figure of a Jain goddess on a garuda.
• One of the oldest temples in Khajuraho is the temple of Brahma and Hanuman. The temple is built mostly of granite and sandstone. Actually, this temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Nearby is a Hanuman temple reputed to have the earliest inscription dating back to A.D. 922 on a 2½ -m statue.
• Two other notable temples are Javari and Vamana temple.
Overnight will be at the hotel.

• The Kandariya Mahadeo is considered the most evolved example of central Indian temple architecture. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is also the largest of Khajuraho's temples.
• The Lakshmana Temple is one of the oldest and finest of the western group of temples. Although the general norm in other temples is three bands of sculpture, this temple has only two. Recurrent themes are battles, hunting, and women.
• The temple of Devi Jagdamba is considered by many to be one of the most erotic temples of Khajuraho. The temple houses Khajuraho's most talked-about image, mithuna, and the sensuously carved figures. The deity to whom this temple is dedicated is not clear.
• The temple of Vishvanath and Nandi celebrates the marriage of Lord Shiva with Parvati. The way women have been depicted in this temple draws the most attention. From traditional images of women fondling babies and writing letters, they are seen also in the most provocative of images.
• Chaunsath Yogini is the oldest of the surviving temples of Khajuraho and is dedicated to goddess Kali. This is the only temple in Khajuraho that is built of granite. The name chaunsath (sixty-four) comes from the cells of 64 attendants of Goddess Kali. Goddess Kali herself was the 65th one.
• Other important temples in the western group are the temples of Lakshmi and Varaha, Mahadev, Chitragupta, Parvati, and Matangesvara.
Apart from the temples, another place that can be visited here is the Archaeological Museum. It has a very good collection of sculptures, inscriptions, and architectural objects. Overnight will be at the hotel.