6 days in North India Itinerary

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

On the 31st (Fri), explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort and then admire the striking features of Jahangir Mahal. Keep things going the next day: admire the landmark architecture of Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, admire the landmark architecture of Taj Mahal, then admire the striking features of Diwan E Aam, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Mina Masjid.

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London, UK to Agra is an approximately 14-hour combination of flight and train. You'll lose 5.5 hours traveling from London to Agra due to the time zone difference. Traveling from London in July, things will get much warmer in Agra: highs are around 40°C and lows about 31°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can drive to New Delhi.

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): enjoy breathtaking views from Qutub Minar, then admire the striking features of Humayun's Tomb, and then steep yourself in history at India Gate. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan), and then take in nature's colorful creations at Akshardham.

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Traveling by car from Agra to New Delhi takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 40°C in August, and nighttime lows around 31°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) to allow time to travel to Amritsar.

A holy city, Amritsar stands as the spiritual and cultural capital of Sikhism, and the location of the religion's most revered and holiest shrine.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Tue): admire the striking features of Akal Takht, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Harmandir Sahib, and then don't miss a visit to Jallianwala Bagh.

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You can fly from New Delhi to Amritsar in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 39°C in August, and nighttime lows around 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can travel back home.