Golden Triangle and Varanasi Tour

Overview
Nowhere else in the world can you see and feel the level of cultural variety that India has to offer. Some Indian cities provide a variety of cultural experiences to tourists. In this tour, you will visit an excellent choice for all cultural enthusiasts and you will cover cities Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, as well as mystical Varanasi and fascinating Khajuraho. Some of the highlights include seeing Jaipur’s magnificent forts, taking a boat ride on the Ganges in Varanasi, visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Khajuraho temples, and others, shopping at local bazaars, and much more.

Highlights of the Tour

• • • Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
    • Visit Amber Fort at pink city Jaipur.
    • Visit the TajMahal which is known as the symbol of Love TajMahal.
    • Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    • Morning boat ride along the ghats of Varanasi.

Places visited: Delhi – Jaipur – Agra – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi

Day 01: Arrive in Delhi
Upon your arrival in Delhi, our airport representative will meet and greet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
After a long flight, you will relax at the hotel and prepare for the next day’s sightseeing.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing
The morning after delicious breakfast you will be on a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi and New Delhi. You will start your tour from Old Delhi where you will visit Jama Masjid, Red Fort (view from outside), ChandniChowk, and you will also enjoy a rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to ChandniChowk.
After lunch, you will visit the Humayun Tomb and the Qutub Minar. You will be driving past the parliament house, president’s house, and other government buildings on Rajpath. After you complete the sightseeing, our driver will drop you at the hotel.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur (260km/05hrs)
Today, you will proceed to pink city Jaipur. Upon arrival check into the hotel. After freshen up, the remainder of the day is free to explore the city’s ambiance. You may explore the surrounding area on foot, eat traditional Rajasthani cuisine, and mingle with the locals. Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 04: Jaipur sightseeing
Today you will enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Jaipur. First, you will drive to Amber which is just 13 km from Jaipur city center. Where you will see the marvelous monument of Amber Fort and you will also enjoy the elephant ride there.
Later you will come back from Amber Fort and take some photos near the JalMahal. Afternoon you will visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa mahal. Evening you can walk near the local market of Jaipur.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 05: Jaipur – Agra via Fatehpur Sikri (258km/05hrs)
On this day, you will travel to Taj city Agra by road. En route 40 km away from Agra you will visit Fatehpur Sikri a UNESCO world heritage site. Fatehpur Sikri is an ancient abandoned town built by Mughal Emperor Akbar. You will then continue to drive to Agra. Upon arrival check into the hotel.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 06: Agra sightseeing
Early morning during the sightseeing you will visit the beautiful TajMahal which is also known as the symbol of love. Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built this monument for the memories of his most lovable wife Mumtaj.
After complete the sightseeing of the TajMahal, you will return to the hotel for breakfast. Later visit the Agra Fort which is just a few miles away from the TajMahal. You can also see the panoramic view of the TajMahal from this fort.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 07: Agra = Jhansi by train & Jhansi – Khajuraho (175km/04hrs)
This morning you will transfer to Agra railway station to board the train for Jhansi. Upon arrival at Jhansi railway station, our representative will assist you at the railway station and then you will drive you to Khajuraho. Upon your arrival at Khajuraho, check into the hotel. After freshen up you will enjoy a sightseeing tour of the Eastern and Western temple groups. These temples, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, were built during the reign of the Chandela kings.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 08: Khajuraho –Varanasi by flight
This morning you will transfer to Khajuraho airport to board the flight for the holy city Varanasi. Upon your arrival at Varanasi airport, our representative will meet and assist you there. And then you will move to the hotel. Upon arrival check into the hotel. After freshen up you will visit Sarnath, where Gautama Buddha gave his first sermon and taught the Dharma. Later you will come back to the hotel.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 09: Varanasi sightseeing
Early morning you will enjoy a boat ride along the bathing ghats. The vivid image of devout Hindus washing in the river and giving prayers in the early morning sunlight makes the experience highly gratifying. Return to your accommodation for breakfast before embarking on a quick city tour of Banaras Hindu University, the Golden Temple, and the Bharat Mata Temple, devoted to Mother India.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 10: Varanasi –Delhi by flight
This morning you will transfer to Varanasi airport to board the flight for Delhi. Where you will board your flight back home.