Golden Triangle Tour with Chand Baori & Varanasi By car

Journey to these iconic cities of India, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur offers unmatched experiences of a lifetime. When these three destinations added with Varanasi promises a memorable journey as each city has something different in store for you. In a nutshell, Delhi is a like a coin has 2 sides and in the same way you will see Old and New Delhi. Agra is famous for the Taj Mahal whereas Jaipur flaunts the Rajputana royalty. The evening Ganga Aarti in Varanasi presents a unique spectacle and completes your trip to the vibrant country.

Day 01 Arrival Delhi by Flight No. (Please advise your Flight Details?)

On arrival at Delhi airport our representative having a placard displaying your name will meet you at the airport to pick you up and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Delhi.

Day 02 Delhi City Tour

This morning after breakfast you will proceed for the Delhi sightseeing tour. Today you will visit Jama Masjid-the country’s largest mosque, visit Chandni Chowk and spice market & enjoy Rickshaw Ride in Chandni chowk, then visit the elegant but imposing Red Fort, Raj Ghat-a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, Humayun’s tomb-Delhi’s finest example of Mughal architecture, the famous Lotus Temple of the Baha’i faith, the medieval workmanship of Qutub Minar, The Parliament House, The President House and India Gate. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Delhi.

Day 03 Delhi to Agra

This morning after breakfast you will be transferred to Mughal city Agra. Agra is a major tourist destination in North India because of its many Mughal-era buildings, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all these three are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. On arrival check in to your hotel. After fresh n up you will visit the famous Taj Mahal-the symbol of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. (Taj Mahal Remains Closed on Every Friday) Later, visit the Agra fort, built by the great Emperor Akbar and the tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula often described as Jewel Box or the Baby Taj and is regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Agra.

Day 04 Visit Taj Mahal at Sunrise & proceed to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri & Chand Baori

This early morning at sunrise you can visit the Taj Mahal-again (Optional visit). After visiting the Taj Mahal, return back to your hotel for fresh n up and breakfast. After breakfast you will be transferred to Pink City Jaipur, en route you will visit Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar and the Chand Baori, a stepwell situated in the Abhaneri village on the way to Jaipur. Chand Baori consists of 3,500 narrow steps over 13 stories. It extends approximately 30 m (100 ft) into the ground making it one of the deepest and largest stepwells in India. On arrival check in to your hotel. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day 05 Jaipur City Tour

This morning after breakfast you will visit the Amber fort nestling among Aravali Hills built in 16th century by Raja Man Singh, enjoy an optional elephant ride at Amber fort subject to additional charges, then visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace) & Hawa Mahal-a Palace of winds- it is the Jaipur’s most famous monument. In the afternoon you will visit the City Palace and Museum, City Palace-conceived and designed by Jai Singh is a fine blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture and is one of the most important architectural landmarks in Jaipur. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory. Rest of the day is free at your leisure for rest or shopping. You can visit the local markets for some window shopping. Jaipur is the most famous marketplace for Handicrafts and Gold & Diamond Jewellery. Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day 06 Jaipur to Delhi & Overnight Train to Varanasi

This morning after breakfast you can visit the Birla Temple & the famous Monkey Temple (Galta Ji). Later, you will be transferred back to Delhi to board your train to Varanasi. By evening you will be dropped at the New Delhi Railway Station to board your train to Varanasi. Train No. 02560 Shiv Ganga Express departure from New Delhi at 20:05 hrs. arriving in Varanasi at 06:25 hrs. Overnight on the train.

Day 07 Varanasi City Tour with Evening Ganga Aarti

On arrival at Varanasi Railway Station, pick up and transfer to the hotel. (Early Check in will be subject to availability). After fresh n up visit the Bharat Mata Temple, Durga temple, Tulsi Manas mandir, Banaras Hindu University which has an art gallery & Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. This evening visit the holy Ganges to see the grand Ganges Aarti (Lamp Ceremony) on banks of river Ganges. Ganga aarti is a fire ritual, performed to show gratitude to the river and ask for its blessings. It involves chanting, bells, fire, flowers, and more. Every evening around sunset, hundreds of people gather at Dasaswamedh Ghat to witness the Ganga Aarti of Varanasi. The aarti is performed on a stage by seven young priests. We are sure that it will be a wonderful and memorable event of your trip. Return back to the hotel. Evening free at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Varanasi.

Day 08 Early Morning Boat Ride, Visit Sarnath & Flight to Delhi

Early morning boat excursion on the holy river Ganges to see the bathing Ghats and cremation site. Watching people bathing and worshipping at the Ghats is one of the most extraordinary experiences of a visit to India. After breakfast you will visit Sarnath the Buddhist city, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Visit the ruins, the stupa, the Buddhist temple and the museum etc. By afternoon you will be transferred to Varanasi airport to board your flight to Delhi. Flight No. UK-813 departure from Varanasi at 15:20 hrs. arriving in Delhi at 16:50 hrs. On arrival at Delhi board your onward flight.