Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Arrive by International flight at the award winning Delhi International Airport, after completing the Immigration & Customs formalities, meet with our representative at the arrival lounge, a traditional 'Swagata' (Welcome), later our representative would assist you at airport & transfer to hotel for check in. Rest day is free to do own activity, Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2: Delhi Sight Seeing

Today we take a guided tour of Old Delhi, the 17th century walled city of Shah Jahanabad, Visiting the great Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. Built in the year 1656 AD by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, it is the largest & best known mosque in India. Later we walk down or take a rickshaw ride through Chandi Chowk, the old marketplace of Shah Jahanabad now a picturesque bazaar to reach Red Fort, built in the year 1648 by Shah Jehan.

Lunch at local restaurant.  After lunch we visit New Delhi, we visit Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. It is a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation on 31 January 1948. Further we drive past India Gate, memorial built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars. The names of the soldiers who died in these wars are inscribed on the walls. President's House, the official residence of the President of India, built in the year 1931. Until 1950 it was known as Viceroy's House & served as the residence of the Governor-General of British India.

We will also visit Humayun's Tomb, memorial of Mughal Emperor Humayun, built in the year 1562. The complex is a World Heritage Site & the first example of this type of Mughal architecture in India. Qutub Minar, built in the year 1206 by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. It is the tallest (72m) brick minaret in the world, an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. Qutub Minar & its monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We return to hotel to freshen up and transfer to airport for late evening flight to Bhubaneswar. Meet & greet and transfer to hotel, overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3: Bhubaneswar sightseeing

Post breakfast we set out to explore the Temple City of India - Bhubaneswar, which is also the capital of the Indian state of Odisha. The city has a history of over 3,000 years starting with the Mahamegha-bahana Chedi dynasty (around the 2nd century BCE) which had its capital at Sisupalgarh, nearby. Temples are made in the Kalinga architectural style with a pine spire that curves up to a point over the sanctum housing the presiding deity and a pyramid-covered hall where people sit and pray. We will visit few famous temples include Lingaraj Temple, Muktesvara Temple, Rajarani Temple, Ananta Vasudeva Temple.

Lunch at Local Restaurant, Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Bhubaneswar.

Day 4: Bhubaneshwar - Nandan Kanan - Pipli (26 Km/40 Minutes) and Pipli - Puri (45 Km / 1hrs)

Breakfast at Hotel, Morning visit to Nandankanan Zoo which has the largest collection of white tigers in India (famous for white tiger safari) (Park closed on every Monday). After lunch at Local restaurant, visit to tribal museum and drive to Puri enroute visit Dhauli the peace pagoda, Pipli the applique village & Raghurajpur craft village. Proceed to Puri, Upon arrival in Puri, Check in to the Hotel. Dinner at Hotel, Overnight at Puri Hotel.

Day 5: Puri - Konark - Puri (45 Km / 1hrs)

Breakfast at Hotel, Drive to Konark visit to the Sun temple. The name 'Konark derives from the combination of the Sanskrit words, Kona (corner or angle) and Arka (sun), in reference to the temple which was dedicated to the Sun God Surya. The monument was also called the Black Pagoda'(Kaala Pagoda) by the European sailors. In contrast, the Jagannath Temple in Puri was called the White Pagoda. Both temples served as important landmarks for the sailors. Also visit to Chandrabhaga beach & Ramchandi temple,
Later return to Puri to visit Jagannath temple The temple is an important pilgrimage destination for many Hindu traditions, particularly worshippers of god Krishna and god Vishnu, and part of the Char Dham pilgrimages that a Hindu is expected to make in one's lifetime(from roof top as non Hindus are not allowed ).

Lunch at Local Restaurant in Puri. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Puri.

Day 6: Puri –Balasore (290 Kms / 06Hrs)

Breakfast at Hotel, check out and drive to Balasore. Enroute Lunch at local restaurant at Cuttack or Balasore only. Upon arrival at Hotel in Balasore, check in
Later we will visit:
Chandipur-on-sea is a seaside resort famous for its mile long beach. It is a unique beach – the tide comes to the shore only four times a day, at fixed intervals. At a distance of 30 km south-west is Panchalingeshwar, a temple and scenic spot high on a mountain. The presiding deity there, Shiva, cannot be seen. One has to touch and feel the statue as it is behind (submerged under) a waterfall
Dinner at Hotel. Overnight at Balasore.

Day 7: Balasore – Ranchi (320Kms / 07Hrs)

Morning after breakfast. drive to Ranchi, ( packed lunch or Lunch en-route ( not pre-booked )
Ranchi is the Capital city of Jharkhand. Ranchi is known as the "City of Waterfalls
enroute visit Deori Mandir, at Bundu also Visit the Sun Temple and Dassam waterfalls. Later continue driving to Ranchi.
Upon arrival in Ranchi, check in to hotel, dinner at Hotel, overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 8: Ranchi – Bodhgaya (230 Km / 5 Hrs)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. " because of its numerous waterfalls, check out and  drive to Bodhgaya, upon arrival check in to hotel. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 9: Bodhgaya- Patna (130 Kms- 4 hrs)

Today we visit the Mahabodhi temple built to mark the spot where the Buddha attained enlightenment. The famous Mahabodhi temple, which stands in the centre of the Mahabodhi Temple Complex, has been restored and rebuilt over the centuries. The Mahabodhi Temple Complex houses all the major pilgrimage spots. A large circular stone with the Buddha's footprints is kept in a small shrine on the left. We also visit the Bodhgaya museum that is located near the Mahabodhi temple. It houses antiquities excavated in and around Bodhgaya. It has a large collection of Buddhist and Hindu relics, terracotta seals, scriptures and pillars from the Sunga period. Later drive to Patna upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight Hotel -Patna.

Day 10: Patna- Purnea (300Kms / 07Hrs)

Today after having breakfast we have sightseeing in Patna. Today we visit Patna Museum, Golghar, Patna Sahib. The British established the Patna Museum in the year 1917. This museum has more than 50,000 rare and valuable antiquities and art objects. The most prized possession here is the Holy Relic Casket containing the sacred ashes of the Buddha, unearthed in Vaishali. Golghar is a mammoth concrete granary built by the British, subsequent to the great famine of 1770. Two spiral staircases from either side lead to the top, which affords a panoramic view of the Ganga and the town. Gurudwara Har Mandir Sahib, popularly known as Patna Sahib is the sacred shrine of the Sikhs. Afternoon we drive to Purnea upon arrival check in to hotel for overnight stay

Day 11: Purnea - Darjeeling (220 Km / 5 Hrs)

After breakfast we drive to Darjelling, on arrival we assist you to check in at our Hotel. Darjeeling is Located at an altitude of 7000 ft., Darjeeling, one of the most reputed hill stations in the Indian Subcontinent, is nestled in the towering snow-capped mountain ranges, dominated by the almighty Kanchenjunga (Alt. 8598m). Overnight Hotel – Darjeeling

Day 12: Darjeeling

Early morning we visit Tiger Hill (Alt 8500m) to view the sunrise. Then we return to our hotel en route visiting the Ghoom Monastery, the most famous one of the region, built in 1875. Next is a Toy Train ride from Ghoom to Darjeeling. After breakfast visit to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, the Tibetan Refugee Camp & Market. Lunch is suggested at the hotel. Afternoon visit to Museum, Botanical Garden and Tea Gardens within 20 km. Overnight Hotel – Darjeeling

Day 13: - Darjeeling - Gangtok (130 km - 04 hr)

After breakfast we drive to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, located on a ridge overlooking the Ranipul River. Its name implies 'High Hill' and the place is ever so famous for snow clad Himalayas, Rhododendron flowers, Orchids & rare Butterfly species, the Red Panda, traditional ethnic culture and a distinctive cuisine. On arrival we assist you to check in at our Hotel. Overnight Hotel – Gangtok

Day 14: Gangtok

Today we visit Himalayan Zoological Park (closed on Thursday)also known as Bulbuley. It has paved cement path that passes by fenced open air enclosure housing the Red Pandas, barking deer & bears in a semi natural habitat. Next we visit Rumtek Monastery & Enchey monastery (closed on every Sunday) Also explore Lal bazaar, melody of colour. Various ethnic groups from different villages gather to haggle, bargain, gossip their wares. We will also visit includes Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, (closed on Sunday) which promotes research of the language and traditions of Tibet and contains one of the world’s largest collection of books & rare manuscripts on Mahayana Buddhism. Overnight Hotel – Gangtok

Day 15: Gangtok- Bagdogra (130 Kms- 4 hrs) & Bagdogra – Kolkata

Today we drive back to Bagdogra airport to board flight to Kolkata, meet & greet and transfer to hotel, overnight stay at hotel.

Day 16: Explore Colonial Kolkata

Today we take a guided tour of City of Joy – Kolkata. Formerly known as Calcutta, India’s second-largest city is a fascinating east coast metropolis and thriving seat of culture. After breakfast, our full day city tour starts with a visit to the gleaming white marble grand structure Victoria Memorial built to commemorate Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee. It exhibits an impressive collection provide interesting insights into Indian history right from the arrival of the British, up to independence. We stop for lunch at local restaurant known for their authentic Bengali preparations. Next we head to the Chowringhee Road district for some window shopping and a cup of afternoon tea. Spend the remainder of the day exploring the city’s largest green area, the Maidan (Open Green Field), where you can stop in for a cricket match at the Eden Gardens stadium. From there, head to the Indian Botanical Gardens to sit beneath what may be the largest banyan tree on earth.

After visit return back to the hotel. Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.

Day 17: Explore Cultural & Spiritual Kolkata

Rise with the sun today and make your way to Howrah Bridge and the neighbouring flower market for a peek into the morning rituals of local Bengalis. Visit the Belur Math Shrine, headquarters of the Ramakrishna movement with its focus on the unity of religions, and then head to the nearby Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Lunch at local restaurant and then head to New market, also known as Hogg's Market, this is Kolkata's oldest and best known market. It's got over 2,000 stalls and is a treat for those who like to hunt for a good bargain. Wrap up your Kolkata trip by paying respects to Mother Teresa at Mother House, the missionary house that houses her tomb and former living quarters.
After visit return back to the hotel for gala dinner.

Day 18: Kolkata Departure

Morning we transfer to Kolkata International airport to board the flight to onward destination.