The Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi is just a perfect package to discover India’s history, culture and heritage with the spiritual city of Varanasi where you can experience traditions and religious practices of Hinduism. This 8-day tour will start from Delhi followed by Agra, Jaipur and will conclude back in Delhi after visiting Varanasi. In this tour you will also be visiting Sarnath situated at a distance of 15 km from Varanasi. This is one of the most sacred places for Buddhist where Lord Buddha gave his first lesson. This Golden Triangle and Varanasi Tour is also preferred choice among first time travellers visiting India.
HIGHLIGHTS
- This is a private guided tour with transfers and accommodation
- Experience India’s rich culture, traditions, history and heritage
- Explore most prominent historical sites in Old & New Delhi
- Enjoy Rickshaw Ride in bustling Chandni Chowk market
- Visit Taj Mahal at the time of Sunrise for the magical view
- Get an amazing experience of Elephant Ride at Amber Fort
- Enjoy Folk Dance and other cultural performance at Chokhi Dhani
- Enjoy early morning Boat Ride in Holy Ganges River in Varanasi
ITINERARY
DAY 01 – ARRIVAL IN DELHI
Welcome to India! The Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi begins with warm welcome at IGI airport, New Delhi. One of our team members will meet you and assist you to check-in into your hotel. Take some rest and proceed for Delhi’s sightseeing. Explore Chandni Chowk market and enjoy the Rickshaw Ride in narrow streets. Visit Red Fort and explore one of the largest mosques in India, Jama Masjid. Later come back to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 02 – DELHI TO AGRA
After a delicious breakfast at hotel, check-out and proceed for Delhi’s sightseeing again. Visit the tallest minarets in Asia, Qutub Minar and explore Lotus Temple which is in the shape of Lotus flower. Before starting your journey towards Agra, explore Akshardham Temple as well. Upon your arrival in Agra, check-in into your pre-booked hotel and take some rest. In the evening, explore Agra’s local markets to feel the vibes of the city. Visit some famous food plazas and taste local cuisines.
DAY 03 – AGRA SIGHTSEEING
Today is the day you are waiting for, wakeup early in the morning and visit the magical Taj Mahal during Sunrise to get the best view of it. Later, explore Agra Fort which was the home for many Mughal rulers in India. Visit Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-I-Khas, Moti Masjid and Nagina Masjid inside the Fort. Now, start a 5-hour journey towards Jaipur popularly known as the “Pink City” in India. Check-in into your hotel for an overnight stay. The next day of this Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi is reserved for full day Jaipur sightseeing.
DAY 04 – JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING
Post breakfast, proceed for Jaipur sightseeing and start the day by visiting Amber Fort, enjoy the Elephant Ride here. Visit Man Sagar Lake and explore Jal Mahal which is a palace in the middle of lake. Later, explore Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), City Palace, and Jantar Mantar which is an observatory and a world heritage site. In the evening, visit Chokhi Dhani village where you can enjoy the traditional Rajasthani Folk Dance with a delicious multi-cuisine dinner inside.
DAY 05 – JAIPUR TO DELHI
After having delicious breakfast, check-out from the hotel and travel to Delhi. Upon arrival, check-in into your hotel and take some rest. In the evening, proceed for Delhi’s night tour of three hours. Explore Connaught Place, Janpath and visit India Gate that looks amazing after dark. Also visit Delhi’s local markets and taste a few local dishes. After this great sightseeing, come back to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 06 – DELHI TO VARANASI
According to the flight’s time, check-out from the hotel after breakfast and catch a flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival, meet our representative at the airport who will assist you to check-in into your hotel. After taking some rest, proceed for the sightseeing, explore Mankarnika Ghaat, Harishchandra Ghaat and Dasaswamedh Ghaat. In the evening, participate in Ganga Aarti which is a sacred ceremony held on the banks of River Ganges.
DAY 07 – VARANASI SIGHTSEEING
Wake-up early morning and enjoy the Boat Ride in holy Ganges River. This is the perfect way to watch people preforming religious rituals. Later visit Bharat Mata Mandir and Kashi Vishwanath Temple which is one of the largest temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. Later, visit Sarnath where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon about Dharma and Karma. In the evening, explore narrow streets of Varanasi and watch Sadhus.
DAY 08 – VARANASI TO DELHI
Post breakfast, check-out from the hotel and take flight to Delhi. Today is the end of this 8-day Golden Triangle and Varanasi Tour. From Delhi have a safe and comfortable flight back to your home with some sweet memories of life time. The team of Golden Vista Holidays wishes you best of luck.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
06 Night Stay in Selected Hotel
Daily Buffet Breakfast at Hotel
Private AC Car with Driver
Govt. Approved Tour Guide
Monument Entry Tickets Charges
Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi
Elephant Ride at Amber Fort
Boat Ride in Holy Ganges River
Folk Dance & Dinner at Chokhi Dhani
All Taxes, Fuel Cost & Parking Charges
Tips, Gratuities & Alcoholic Drinks
Expensed of Personal Nature
Anything Not Mentioned in Inclusions