Lucknow-Varanasi-Khajuraho-Gwalior-Orchha
The North India Classical Tour has been made to suit the preferences of one who would like to explore the classical heart of North India, its generous arts, the ancient monuments, royal cities and traditions that are still alive. The excursion centers on destinations that are characterized by classical music, dance, architecture, and spiritual education as opposed to the rapid sightseeing. It is not too fast, there are reasonable traveling distances, and time to assimilate the local culture. This cultural tour is rich in experiences as well as experiences the beauty of Awadh culture, spirituality of river ceremonies and traditional temple paintings. You can easily book your North India Classical Tour Packages through the website of Travel People India
Tour Highlights
Reach Lucknow and check into the hotel. The initial day is made relaxed so that you can get used to it. Once in the hotel, take some time and unwind and see how slow the city is. During the evening, by taking a brief stroll around the surrounding heritage sites or gardens, one gets the impression of how Lucknow used to be, in its sophisticated setting. Lucknow is known to be full of manners, poetry and classical arts and as such, the richness of its culture is reflected immediately. Dinner will be taken in the hotel or in a restaurant which serves the traditional awadhi food. Overnight stay in Lucknow.
The morning is spent touring the historical places in Lucknow related to royal history. Explore heritage sites Visit Bara Imambara and other heritage buildings, and gain knowledge about the Nawabi architecture and the culture of the court. Visit some of the old cities where old-fashioned crafts, perfume makers and food stores continue in their old ways. During the evening, visit or study about classical music and Kathak traditions which Lucknow is known for. This day is devoted to know the beauty and the artistic elegance that characterizes the city. Overnight stay in Lucknow.
Take a flight in the morning to reach Varanasi, an ancient city in India. Upon arrival and a check-in to the hotel, take a nap. During the nights, come to the ghats and observe the ceremony of Ganga Aarti. The repetitive hymns, candles and the religious songs make it a really moving classical spiritual encounter. This night ushers you into the age-old traditions that have existed here centuries long. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
In the morning, visit the ghats along the Ganges where the rituals, prayers and classics are recited on a daily basis. Wake up after breakfast and visit temples and traditional centers of learning related to Indian philosophy, music and Sanskrit education. Varanasi is also the hub of classical Hindustani music and the day also brings out its contribution of keeping on an old tradition. Evening free to walk or meditate. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Go to Khajuraho and enter a hotel and take some rest. Visit the famous temples of Khajuraho after resting, whose stone carvings are elaborate and classical architecture of the temples. Guides describe the meaning, symbolism, artistic styles of the sculptures as well as the spiritual meaning. These temples stand as one of the best manifestations of classical art in India. Evening having time to rest or have a cultural light-and-sound event. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.
Go to Gwalior city which has a royal history and contribution to classical music. Upon arrival, visit Gwalior Fort which is an architectural wonder and has had an impact on Indian history and art. Get to know about the Gwalior Gharana which is one of the oldest schools of Hindustani classical music. A powerful mixture of royal authority and artistic tradition is reflected in the city. Overnight stay in Gwalior.
Explore palaces and temples constructed by Bundela kings in the aftermath of a check-in. The lack of crowds due to the tranquility of the environment in Orchha enables one to explore and appreciate architecture at a slow pace. The spiritual and the historical nature of the town renders it an ideal destination to relax and get to know about the medieval North Indian culture. Evening free to enjoy the quiet surroundings. Overnight stay in Orchha.
Read the day away in the temple complexes and along the riverfronts of Orchha. Experience local rituals every day and live together with local people who uphold traditional ways. Such a slow rhythm enables more insight on the cultural continuum in small towns. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Orchha.
Breakfast, transfer to the closest railway station, or airport where the North India Classical Tour will end with a full account of Indian culture.
