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Khajuraho TemplesDAY 7 | Agra / Jhansi / KhajurahoMorning transfer to the Railway Station; board the Shatabdi Express Trainto Jhansi. Continue on a drive from Jhansi to Khajuraho, stopping tovisit the medieval city of Orchha, on the banks of the Betwa River, builtduring the medieval times of the 16th century by Bundela rulers. See themagnificent ancient palaces and temples reflecting the era’s grand beauty.Then, on to Khajuraho, the UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for itssculptured temples dedicated to Shiva. Overnight in Khajuraho. (B)DAY 8 | Khajuraho / VaranasiTour Khajuraho’s unique temples including the Ghantai Temple, VamanaTemple dedicated to the "Vamana" or dwarf incarnation of Lord Vishnu,and the Javari Temple. There are also three Jain Temples with beautifulcarvings and non-erotic sculptures. Later, transfer to the airport for theflight to Varanasi; arrival and transfer to the hotel. Evening: Tour the narrowstreets and alleyways of Varanasi by Rickshaw. Participate in an ArtiCeremony and watch the floating Diyas (lamps) on the River Ganges. (B)DAY 9 | VaranasiRise before dawn for a boat ride on the River Ganges; see devout Hindusperforming their rituals on the steps (“ghats”) of the sacred river. Throngsof people descend in solemn silence and immerse themselves in the holystream as the sun rises. You’ll see the pilgrims offering sweets, flowersand holy water to the Sun God. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Afternoondeparture on an excursion to Sarnath, the buried Buddhist city where LordBuddha preached his first Sermon after attaining Nirvana. The major eventsVaranasi – Offerings to the Ganges Riverof Buddha’s life are depicted in colorful wall paintings. Visit the MahabodhiBuddha Temple, Archaeological Museum and Deer Park. (B)DAY 10 | Varanasi / DelhiLate morning departure from Varanasi by flight to Delhi; transfer toyour hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure for last minute sightseeing orshopping. (B)Day 11: Depart DelhiTransfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. or extend your stayin India, Nepal or Bhutan. (B)LAND PRICES PER PERSON* | IEMValid: Apr 16’11-Sep’12Bronze Plan Silver Plan Gold PlanTwin Single Twin Single Twin SingleApr 16-Sep’11 $1405 $2645 $1625 $3035 $2035 $3695Oct-Dec 19’11, Jan 11-Apr 15’12 1895 3575 2305 4365 2805 5195Apr 16-Sep’12 1465 2755 1715 3195 2175 3955* INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE AND INTERNAL AIR WITHIN INDIA ARE NOT INCLUDED.Internal Airfare (Khajuraho-Varanasi-Delhi): from $320-$550 per person, subjectto availabilityRates for Dec 20’11-Jan 10’12 upon request.Rates for Apr-Sep’12 are subject to change upon confirmation.Surcharge applies for Christmas/New Year period; please inquire.* VISA REQUIRED FOR INDIA (Please see details on page 54)CLASSIC INDIA TOURS21