DAY 1 · SPAIN – DELHI

Welcome to Eternal India.

Departure from Spain on an international flight to Delhi.

Arrival at Delhi International Airport. Meet and greet by the local team with a traditional Indian welcome and flower garland ceremony.

Private transfer to the hotel.

Airport – hotel distance: 15–20 km.

Approximate duration: 45 minutes, depending on traffic.

Accommodation.

Boutique or heritage hotel in Delhi.

Afternoon.

First introduction to the city.

A gentle walk around the hotel surroundings or a selected local area to begin experiencing the real India: aromas of spices, neighborhood temples, small shops, daily life, and first impressions of the capital.

Welcome dinner at the hotel or a nearby traditional restaurant.

Specialties: Butter Chicken, Paneer Tikka, Dal Makhani, basmati rice, handmade naan, and masala tea.

Overnight in Delhi.

DAY 2 · DELHI

History, Spirituality and Colonial Soul.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning · Old Delhi

Visit to the most intense, spiritual, and traditional side of Delhi.

Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid is not merely a mosque; it is the spiritual heart of Old Delhi and one of the last great architectural dreams of Emperor Shah Jahan. Built between 1650 and 1656, when the Mughal Empire was at the height of its splendor, it was conceived as a place where thousands of worshippers could gather under one sky to offer their prayers.

Passing through its monumental red sandstone gates, visitors enter a space where the noise of the city seems to fade away. The immense courtyard, capable of accommodating more than twenty-five thousand people, conveys a sense of peace that is difficult to find in one of the most populated cities on Earth.

From its minarets, the view stretches across an ocean of rooftops, domes, and narrow lanes of Old Delhi, reminding visitors that for centuries this place was the political, cultural, and spiritual center of one of Asia’s most refined civilizations.

Jama Masjid represents the harmony between beauty, faith, and power. Every arch, every Quranic inscription, and every stone tells the story of an era when art and spirituality walked hand in hand.

Rickshaw Ride through Chandni Chowk.

Few experiences reveal the soul of India as deeply as a journey through Chandni Chowk. More than a market, it is a sensory universe where the past remains alive among centuries-old alleyways.

Here, travelers are surrounded by the aromas of cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, and cloves; they hear the ringing of rickshaws, the conversations of merchants, and the distant chants from temples. Every corner seems to tell a different story.

Khari Baoli, Asia’s largest spice market, is a spectacle for the senses. Mountains of vividly colored spices create a landscape that appears hand-painted. For centuries, traders from Persia, Afghanistan, Nepal, and southern India have exchanged products here that transformed the gastronomy and traditional medicine of the continent.

Walking through these streets is like traveling back to the India of merchants, caravanserais, and the legendary Spice Route.

Khari Baoli Spice Market.

Visit to the largest spice market in Asia. Explanation of the use of turmeric, cardamom, cumin, cinnamon, saffron, cloves, and Ayurvedic spice blends.

Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Delhi.

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib.

In a bustling and fast-paced city, Bangla Sahib emerges as an oasis of serenity and humanity.

Its golden dome reflects upon the sacred waters of the Sarovar while thousands of people arrive each day seeking peace, hope, or simply a moment of silence.

What makes this place truly extraordinary is its Langar, the community kitchen where tens of thousands of meals are served free of charge every day.

Here, differences of religion, nationality, and social status disappear. Everyone sits together on the floor and shares the same meal. It is one of the greatest expressions of human solidarity in the world.

Visiting Bangla Sahib is understanding that spirituality is found not only in prayer, but also in selfless service to others.

Afternoon · New Delhi.

Panoramic tour of the colonial and monumental district.

India Gate.

Memorial arch dedicated to Indian soldiers.

Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Official residence of the President of India.

Parliament of India.

Exterior panoramic view.

Diplomatic district and grand colonial avenues.

Explanation of Delhi’s transformation during the British period.

Authentic Shopping Experience.

Free time at Janpath Market or a selected handicraft area.

Recommended products:

• Pashminas

• Textiles

• Indian costume jewelry

• Handicrafts

• Incense

• Small decorative items

Included dinner at the hotel or a traditional North Indian restaurant.

Specialties: Tandoori Chicken, Dal Makhani, Paneer Butter Masala, roti, naan, and Gulab Jamun dessert.

Overnight in Delhi.

DAY 3 · DELHI – JAIPUR

Gateway to Rajasthan.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure by road to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan.

Distance: 280 km.

Approximate duration: 5 hours.

During the journey, travelers will witness the transition from India’s great capital to the more rural landscapes of Rajasthan: villages, farmlands, decorated trucks, roadside temples, and scenes of everyday life.

Included lunch at a traditional roadside restaurant or a local restaurant in Jaipur.

Suggested specialties:

Rajasthani Thali, Dal Baati Churma, spiced vegetables, rice, Indian breads, and chutneys.

Arrival in Jaipur.

Check-in at a charming heritage or boutique hotel.

Afternoon · Cultural Jaipur.

Hawa Mahal.

Exterior visit of the Palace of Winds, one of Jaipur’s most recognizable landmarks.

Bapu Bazaar and Johari Bazaar.

Walk through traditional markets.

Featured products:

• Printed textiles

• Saris

• Jewelry

• Semi-precious stones

• Handcrafted leather goods

• Traditional footwear

• Indian decorative items

Included dinner.

Traditional Rajasthani dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant.

Suggested specialties:

Dal Baati Churma, Laal Maas, Gatte ki Sabzi, pakoras, and Indian breads.

Overnight in Jaipur.

DAY 4 · JAIPUR

The Pink City.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning · Monumental Jaipur.

Amber Fort.

Visit to the magnificent fort-palace situated on a hilltop.

Rising above the arid hills of Rajasthan, Amber Fort appears to emerge from an oriental legend.

Its golden walls dominate the landscape as if they were still protecting the caravans and armies of the ancient maharajas.

Behind its gates lies a world of courtyards, gardens, royal halls, and secret passageways where one of the most sophisticated courts in India once flourished.

The jewel of the complex is the Sheesh Mahal, or Palace of Mirrors. Thousands of small mirror fragments reflect the light, creating a magical effect that transforms a simple flame into a sky filled with stars.

Amber is far more than a fort; it is a symbol of Rajasthan’s splendor, wealth, and artistic refinement.

During the visit, guests will explore:

• Royal courtyards

• Ornately decorated halls

• Monumental gateways

• Viewpoints overlooking the valley

• Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors)

City Palace

Visit to Jaipur’s palace complex, still associated with the royal family.

Jantar Mantar.

At a time when much of the world still observed the skies with rudimentary instruments, the astronomers of Jaipur built one of the greatest scientific wonders in history.

Jantar Mantar is a gigantic open-air observatory where time, planets, and stars could be measured with extraordinary precision.

Its monumental geometric structures resemble futuristic sculptures, yet they were designed nearly three centuries ago.

Each instrument reflects historic India’s fascination with knowledge, the observation of the cosmos, and the search for harmony between the universe and human life.

Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Jaipur.

Suggested specialties:

Ker Sangri, Gatte ki Sabzi, Laal Maas, Rajasthani Thali, traditional breads, and local sweets.

Afternoon · Artisan Experience

Meeting with local artisans.

Possible activities:

• Wooden block-printing workshop

• Introduction to natural dyes

• Traditional jewelry-making demonstration

• Introduction to Rajasthan’s textile traditions

Free time for selected shopping opportunities.

Accompanied visit to recommended establishments, including the largest diamond and precious stone factory in the region.

Included dinner.

Dinner with a traditional Rajasthani atmosphere, featuring local music or folk dance performances.

Overnight in Jaipur.

DAY 5 · JAIPUR – ABHANERI – FATEHPUR SIKRI – AGRA

Imperial Mughal Route.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure for Agra with sightseeing visits along the way.

Total distance: approximately 240 km.

Approximate duration: 5–6 hours, plus sightseeing visits.

Abhaneri · Chand Baori.

Amid the rural landscapes of Rajasthan, an almost unreal vision emerges.

Chand Baori descends more than thirty meters into the depths of the earth through thousands of perfectly symmetrical steps.

Its hypnotic geometry resembles a contemporary work of art, although it was built more than a thousand years ago.

This extraordinary stepwell was far more than a water reservoir. It represented humanity’s constant struggle to survive in a land where every drop of water was a treasure.

The combination of engineering, spirituality, and beauty makes Chand Baori one of the most remarkable sites in all of India.

Explanation about:

• Traditional hydraulic architecture

• Ancient water storage systems

• Geometric symbolism

• Rural life in Rajasthan

Lunch at a traditional restaurant along the route.

Suggested specialties:

Traditional Rajasthani cuisine or mild Mughal dishes, including vegetable curry, spiced rice, paneer, chicken curry, and Indian breads.

Fatehpur Sikri.

Fatehpur Sikri is the city of an emperor’s dreams. UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Built by Akbar the Great to serve as the capital of his empire, it was designed as a symbol of tolerance, power, and dialogue between cultures.

For only a few decades, it was the most important political center in Asia, until water shortages forced its abandonment.

Today, it remains frozen in time.

Walking through its palaces, courtyards, and mosques is like exploring a perfectly preserved ghost city where the echoes of great philosophical, religious, and political debates that changed the history of the Indian subcontinent can still be felt.

Tour highlights:

• Buland Darwaza

• Imperial Courtyard

• Jama Masjid Mosque

• Mughal Palaces

• Ceremonial Spaces

Arrival in Agra.

Check-in at a boutique or heritage hotel.

Artisan Experience.

Demonstration of marble inlay craftsmanship, a technique inspired by the decoration of the Taj Mahal.

Dinner at the hotel or a traditional Mughal restaurant.

Suggested specialties:

Biryani, kebabs, chicken korma, paneer pasanda, naan, and traditional Mughal desserts.

Overnight in Agra.

From the Taj Mahal to the Sacred Ganges

Sunrise at the Taj Mahal

Surprise activity. Visit to the Taj Mahal at sunrise, the most special moment to admire this monument.

On the banks of the Yamuna River, bathed in the changing light of Agra’s sky, stands the Taj Mahal, one of the most beautiful creations ever made by humankind. It is not merely a monument; it is a love story transformed into architecture, a dream of white marble that seems to float between earth and sky.

It was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631. Consumed by grief, he wished to create something so perfect that it would defy time itself and keep her memory alive forever. The result was a masterpiece that took more than twenty years to complete and continues to move millions of people today.

When one passes through the grand entrance gate and catches the first glimpse of the Taj Mahal reflected in its pools, the world seems to stand still. Its central dome rises in perfect harmony, while the surrounding minarets appear to guard a sacred treasure. Every detail was designed to convey balance, serenity, and beauty.

The white marble changes color throughout the day: it takes on pink hues at dawn, shines with a pure white brilliance under the midday sun, and becomes tinged with golden and silvery tones as evening falls. Under the light of the full moon, it resembles a magical apparition emerging from an Oriental fairy tale.

Its walls are decorated with delicate inlays of semi-precious stones sourced from across Asia, forming flowers and geometric motifs of extraordinary precision. There are no paintings or sculptures; its beauty arises from the perfection of its proportions, the play of light, and the refinement of every detail.

Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, the Taj Mahal is far more than a tourist attraction. It is a place that invites silence, contemplation, and reflection on how some love stories are so powerful that they transcend the passage of centuries.

Those who behold the Taj Mahal are not simply looking at an exceptional building; they are witnessing the materialization of a universal human emotion: the desire for what we love to endure forever. For this reason, more than three hundred and fifty years after its construction, it remains one of the most moving and beautiful symbols on the planet.

Explanation about:

• The story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
• The symbolism of white marble.
• Persian gardens.
• Mughal architecture.
• The spiritual and emotional significance of the monument.

Return to the hotel for breakfast.

Visit to the Women’s Rehabilitation Center

Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Agra.

Suggested specialties: Mughlai curry, biryani, kebabs, paneer, dal, naan, and Agra’s famous sweet delicacy, Petha.

Transfer: Agra – Delhi

Distance: 230 km

Approximate duration: 4 hours

Domestic Flight: Delhi – Varanasi

Approximate flight distance: 820 km

Flight duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Arrival in Varanasi.

Transfer to a charming hotel.

Aarti Ceremony on the Ganges

As the sun disappears beyond the waters of the Ganges, Varanasi is transformed.

Thousands of lamps begin to illuminate the ghats while priests dressed in ceremonial robes perform a sacred dance of fire, incense, bells, and chanting.

The Aarti ceremony is not a performance for tourists. It is an offering of gratitude to the Ganges River, regarded as a divine mother who purifies, protects, and accompanies millions of people from birth until death.

The emotions experienced during these moments are difficult to describe.

It is an experience that connects with something profound and universal: the human need to find meaning, transcendence, and beauty.

You will experience:

• Sacred fire.
• Chanting.
• Offerings.
• Bells.
• Devotion on the banks of the Ganges River.

Vegetarian dinner at the hotel or at a traditional restaurant in Varanasi.

Specialties: Dal Tadka, basmati rice, chapati, spiced vegetables, paneer, and lassi.

Overnight stay in Varanasi.

DÍA 7 VARANASI – DELHI – RISHIKESH.

Spirituality of the Ganges and the Journey to the Himalayas.

Departure at dawn.

Sunrise Experience Along the Sacred Ghats.

Private boat ride on the Ganges.

Few images remain as deeply etched in memory as sunrise in Varanasi.

As the first light of day turns the waters of the Ganges to gold, the city slowly awakens.

Pilgrims perform their ritual ablutions, priests recite ancient mantras, bells begin to ring, and the scent of incense mingles with the morning mist.

From the boat, the traveler witnesses the complete cycle of life: birth, devotion, learning, farewell, and renewal.

It is a profoundly spiritual experience that invites one to see the world through different eyes.

During the boat ride, you will observe:

• Purification rituals.
• Pilgrims bathing in the river.
• Traditional cremation ghats.
• Temples along the water.
• Sunrise over Varanasi.

Walk Through the Ghats and Ancient Alleys

A spiritual journey through India's holiest city.

Visits and stops include:

• Dashashwamedh Ghat.
• Manikarnika Ghat, with a respectful explanation of the funeral rituals.
• Historic temple exteriors.
• Small shrines.
• Religious markets.

Return to the hotel for breakfast.

Included Lunch

Lunch at a traditional vegetarian restaurant in Varanasi.

Suggested specialties: Kachori Sabzi, vegetarian thali, lassi, malaiyo (if available seasonally), traditional sweets, and chai.

Domestic Flight: Varanasi – Delhi.

Transfer: Delhi – Rishikesh.

Distance: 245 km.

Approximate duration: 5–6 hours.

Arrival in Rishikesh.

At the foothills of the Himalayas, where the waters of the Ganges remain crystal-clear and untamed, lies Rishikesh, considered the Yoga Capital of the World.

For centuries, sages, ascetics, and spiritual masters have come here in search of silence, wisdom, and inner connection.

The city retains a unique energy that is difficult to explain yet easy to feel.

Among ashrams, temples, and suspension bridges, travelers discover that true luxury does not lie in accumulating experiences, but in finding spaces to listen to themselves.

Rishikesh is not merely a destination; it is an invitation to pause, breathe deeply, and remember what truly matters.

Check-in at an Ayurvedic Centre / Wellness Retreat.

Special Accommodation.

Ayurvedic wellness center in Rishikesh, focused on well-being, yoga, healthy nutrition, and traditional treatments.

Wellness Dinner at the Ayurvedic Centre.

Menu: Ayurvedic vegetarian cuisine, digestive soup, lightly seasoned vegetables, rice, legumes, cleansing herbal infusion, and a healthy dessert.

Overnight Stay at the Ayurvedic Centre in Rishikesh.

DAY 8 RISHIKESH.

Yoga, Ayurveda, and Inner Transformation.

Accommodation at an Ayurvedic wellness center.

Morning · Yoga Session.

Guided sunrise yoga session, suitable for all levels.

The practice will include:

• Conscious breathing.
• Gentle stretching.
• Basic yoga postures.
• Relaxation.
• Short meditation.

Ayurvedic Breakfast.

Healthy breakfast at the wellness center.

Example menu: Fresh fruit, herbal infusions, light porridge, whole-grain bread, cooked vegetables, seeds, and foods specially selected to support healthy digestion.

Initial Ayurvedic Consultation.

Meeting with an Ayurvedic therapist for an introduction to the three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.

Basic personalized guidance on:

• Individual energetic constitution.
• Recommended dietary habits.
• Daily routines and rhythms.
• Body–mind balance.

Included Ayurvedic Treatment.

Wellness treatment at the center.

Possible treatments, subject to availability and individual assessment:

• Abhyanga: Ayurvedic massage with warm herbal oils.
• Shirodhara: Warm oil gently poured over the forehead for deep relaxation.
• Kansa Vatki foot massage.
• Back and neck therapy.
• Herbal steam bath.

Ayurvedic Lunch at the Wellness Center or a Local Wellness Restaurant.

Suggested menu: Ayurvedic vegetarian thali, seasonal vegetables, mild dal, basmati rice, chapati, digestive chutney, and herbal infusion.

Afternoon · Spiritual Rishikesh.

An afternoon dedicated to discovering the spiritual essence of Rishikesh, a place where ancient traditions, sacred spaces, and the tranquil flow of the Ganges invite reflection, inner peace, and personal renewal.

Lakshman Jhula.

Panoramic visit to the suspension bridge and the surrounding spiritual area.

Ram Jhula.

Walk through the area of ashrams, spiritual bookstores, vegetarian cafés, and temples.

Traditional Ashrams.

Exterior or interior visit, subject to availability.

Explanation about:

• Yoga in Rishikesh.
• The tradition of spiritual masters.
• Hindu pilgrimage.
• Life in the ashrams.

Ceremony on the Banks of the Ganges.

Participation in or observation of an evening spiritual ceremony at sunset.

Farewell Wellness Dinner at the Ayurvedic Centre.

Suggested menu: Vegetable soup, Ayurvedic khichdi, steamed vegetables with mild spices, digestive herbal infusion, and a light dessert.

Closing Circle.

Final emotional activity:

“What India Leaves Me”

A guided reflection session designed to share feelings, insights, and the transformative moments experienced throughout the journey.

Overnight Stay at the Ayurvedic Centre in Rishikesh.

Returning with a New Perspective.

Breakfast at the Ayurvedic centre.

Free time for a final meditation session, a peaceful walk, or shopping for wellness products, such as:

• Ayurvedic oils.
• Incense.
• Herbal infusions.
• Yoga books.
• Handcrafted textiles.

Private Transfer to Delhi.

Distance: 245 km.

Approximate duration: 5–6 hours.

Arrival at Delhi International Airport.

Return Flight to Spain.

End of the Journey.