Golden triangle tour with Varanasi

Day 1 – Arrival in Delhi

Upon your arrival at Delhi Airport or Jewar Airport in Noida, meet our tour representative/driver, who will help you with an assisted transfer to the hotel. Relax for a while, and thereafter, get ready to explore some attractions in the capital of India. Your half-day trip will include the best places to visit in Old Delhi, like Jama Masjid—one of the largest mosques in India. Visit the crematorium of Mahatma Gandhi called Rajghat. Drive past the Red Fort—built of red sandstone by the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan- and Chandani Chowk—a true glimpse of Indian streets. The place is a treasure trove of everything you can dream of. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2 – Delhi Sightseeing – Jaipur

Post breakfast, the 2nd day is scheduled for a Delhi sightseeing tour. Visit the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir, also known as the Birla Mandir. Offer your prayers and witness the grandeur of the temple. Thereafter, proceed to see other places like India Gate—a war memorial to commemorate the martyrs of World War I. Drive past the Parliament House and other embassies. Qutub Minar is one of the must-visit places included on your itinerary. Once done with the excursion, hit the road to Jaipur. After reaching, complete the check-in formalities at the hotel. An overnight stay is planned at the hotel.

Day 3 – Jaipur Sightseeing

Day 3 of the Golden Triangle tour with Varanasi promises a fun-filled holiday in Jaipur by taking you to the Amber Fort. Enjoy an elephant ride and discover the fort till your heart’s content. Photo stop at Jal Mahal. This is followed by navigating the other iconic sites of the ‘Pink City,’ like Hawa Mahal and Jantar Mantar—a collection of 19 astronomical instruments. Boasting remarkable architecture, the Hawa Mahal, also known as ‘Palace of Winds,’ is adorned with 953 windows. Roam in the bustling markets, and don’t forget to buy souvenirs that will remind you of your amazing family holidays in India. Jaipur is very famous for textiles and blue pottery. Gemstones, miniature paintings, and carpets. Enjoy an overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 4 – Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (245 km)

Savour a scrumptious breakfast and head towards Agra. Your road journey to the ‘City of Taj’ also includes a halt en route at Fatehpur Sikri. Established by Akbar as the capital of the Mughal Empire, the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A number of historic monuments adorn the ancient town and make for an intriguing expedition. Enjoy lunch in a nice and authentic local restaurant on the way. Resume your journey to Agra after witnessing all the monuments. Once you reach, you will be escorted to the pre-decided hotel. Check-in and enjoy the rest of the day leisurely. An overnight stay is arranged at the hotel.

Day 5 – Agra Sightseeing and Varanasi (by Train)

Wake up early in the morning and get transferred to the Taj Mahal to admire its sublime beauty during the sunrise. (Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday). Post this, get ready to visit the Agra Fort and the tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah. The Agra Fort is an ancient fort that has served as the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638. Also known as the Baby Taj, the Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah mirrors a jewel box and presents a sight to behold. The evening is reserved to catch a train to Varanasi. Enjoy an overnight aboard.

Day 6 – Arrival in Varanasi

Receive a warm welcome from our tour representative, who will help you with a comfortable transfer to the hotel. Check in and unwind. Subsequently, proceed for an excursion to Sarnath. Nestled near the confluence of River Ganga and Varuna, Sarnath is one of the four holy Buddhist sites. A half-day trip to Varanasi is scheduled for the rest of the day. The destinations which will be covered Beni Madhav Ka Darera, Dashashwamedh Ghat and the Bharat Mata Temple. Built in the 17th-century by Aurangzeb, the mosque portrays a perfect blend of the Hindu and Islamic architecture. Dashashwamedh Ghat enjoys worldwide repute for hosting the evening Ganga Aarti. Rather than housing statues of Gods and Goddesses, the Bharat Mata Temple is home to a huge map of India carved in marble. Attend the evening Ganga Aarti in Varanasi and return to the hotel for an overnight stay. You may enjoy the traditional silk weaving craftsmanship in Varanasi because the Varanasi Saree is famous.

Day 7 – Varanasi – Delhi (By Flight) – Departure

The last day of the tour begins with a morning boat ride on the River Ganga. Post-satiating your hunger with an appetising breakfast, head towards the airport to catch your flight to Delhi. After reaching the airport, catch your homebound flight.