8 days in North India Itinerary

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Taj Mahal and Tomb of Akbar the Great. And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Agra Fort, admire the striking features of Diwan-i-Am Agra Fort, walk around Mehtab Bagh, and admire the architecture and history at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity.

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Pune to Agra is an approximately 7.5-hour combination of flight and train. You can also fly; or drive. In December in Agra, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can drive to New Delhi.

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

Visit Humayun's Tomb and Red Fort for their historical value. The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to India Gate, steep yourself in history at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan), and tour the pleasant surroundings at Akshardham.

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You can drive from Agra to New Delhi in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in New Delhi can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Rishikesh.

Rishikesh draws in visitors of all creeds with its wealth of ashrams and yoga and meditation teaching centers.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Parmarth Niketan Ashram, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and then don't miss a visit to The Beatles Ashram.

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Traveling by flight from New Delhi to Rishikesh takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) early enough to travel to Amritsar.

A holy city, Amritsar stands as the spiritual and cultural capital of Sikhism, and the location of the religion's most revered and holiest shrine.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Gurudwara Shri Manji Sahib, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Harmandir Sahib, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Digamber Jain Temple, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Getting from Rishikesh to Amritsar by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In December, daily temperatures in Amritsar can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.