Two of the most enduring images of India are undoubtedly the magnificent Taj Mahal at Agra and the incredible bathing ghats of the Ganges at Varanasi. From timeless Moghul architecture to religious rituals, this short tour will introduce you to some of the contrasts making India such a remarkable destination.

The North India, strategically, most important part of India has shaped the course of India's historical and cultural evolution over the last 3500 years. The three main religions - Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism; the origin of sacred river Ganga, Yamuna and sources of many other important rivers are in northern India. The mighty Himalayas from Himachal Pradesh to

Morning transfer to Jaipur- the fabled "pink city" of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharaja of Jaipur. This is the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe through the nine rectangular sectors subdividing it. The palaces and forts of the yesteryears, which were witnesses to the royal processions and splendors are now livings

After a leisurely breakfast embark on a sightseeing tour of New Delhi where ornate buildings recall the days when India was the Jewel in the crown of the British empire. Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, the India Gate and the grand government buildings, the President’s House and Parliament House all dating back to the time of British Raj. Also visit Laxmi Narayan

Drive by jeep through the tick forested hilltop up to the Kechopari lake From Yuksom, the first capital of Sikkim, we start our walk trek to Bakhim. We continue climbing for another hour to the tiny settlements of Chokha. From here, you get the first view of Pandim (6653m). Continue through giant rhododendron forest to camp in Phedang. A steady climb for an hour

Arrival in Delhi. (If you want to skip flight, in the evening night train to New Jal Paigurhi (Siliguri). - Flight Delhi-Bagdogra followed by drive to Darjeeling. Overnight hotel. - Sightseeing Darjeeling. - Darjeeling-Kalimpong. Overnight hotel - Kalimpong-Gangtok.