New Delhi Trip Overview
Join a group tour with a maximum of 6 travelers, you will visit the top highlights of India Golden Triangle under professional guidance. Witness various Mughal structures likes Humayun’ tomb, Qutub Minar, Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Amber Fort, and so on, with comfortable transfers. Fly to Varanasi and enjoy a free spiritual tour to get close to the ancient religion as you wish.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India
Join a group tour with a maximum of 6 travelers, you will visit the top highlights of India Golden Triangle under professional guidance. Witness various Mughal structures likes Humayun’ tomb, Qutub Minar, Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Amber Fort, and so on, with comfortable transfers. Fly to Varanasi and enjoy a free spiritual tour to get close to the ancient religion as you wish.
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi Airport Pick-up
Stop At: Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
Your driver will pick you up at the Indira Gandhi International Airport and escort you to the well-selected hotel by private vehicle. The rest of the day is free for your own.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini (4 stars) or similar
Day 2: Raj Ghat, Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid), Chandni Chowk, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, & Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Stop At: Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi Road, New Delhi 110002 India
After breakfast, you will meet your group at the hotel lobby and have a warm welcome meeting. Then you will start your Delhi day tour at Raj Ghat. It is a black marble platform built in the memory of Mahatma Gandhi – the father of India, as it is the place where he was cremated. It is a perfect start point for your Delhi day tour.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid), 6 km North of Connaught Pl. across from Lal Qila, New Delhi India
After a photo stop at the splendid Red Fort, you will visit the Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid), one of the largest mosques in India. Besides its beautiful designs, you will also be amazed by its enormous courtyard, which can accommodate 25,000 devotees.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chandni Chowk, Near Red Fort, New Delhi 110006 India
For a change, an interesting rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk follows. The rickshaw tour of this 360-year-sold bazaar allows you to indulge in the local lifestyle. The various stalls selling delicious street food, clothes, and jewel compose an unforgettable scene.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
Later, you will visit a UNESCO World Heritage site – Qutub Minar, a Mughal minaret built in 1192. Learning about its history from your guide, you will shock at its soaring height of 240 feet (73 meters) and the exquisite carvings on its facade.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Humayun’s Tomb, Mathura Road Opp Nizamuddin Mosque, New Delhi 110013 India
Your next attraction Humayun’s Tomb is also a famous world heritage listed by UNESCO. Here you will witness the delicate and unique structure of the first garden-tomb in India. And also admire the perfect blend of Islamic and Hindu architecture.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
Next, you will have a photo opportunity at the iconic India Gate, built in memory of the Unknown Soldier. It has an impressive façade with the similar designs of the Arc de Triomphe.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Ashoka Road Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001 India
Your last stop today is Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, a holy Sikh house of worship. You will appreciate the white walls with the golden domes and enjoy a spiritual experience by getting close to this tolerant religion.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini (4 stars) or similar
Day 3: Drive to Agra, Agra Fort,Tomb of I’timad-ud-Daulah, & Mehtab Bagh
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
In the morning, you will be escorted to your hotel in Agra by an air-conditioned vehicle. On arrival, you will meet your local driver and head to Agra Fort for a guided tour. Visiting this 16th-century Mughal fort complex, you will marvel at its sublime facade and fairy-tale palaces while learning about the vicissitude of the Mughal Empire.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Yamuna River, Agra 282001 India
After visiting the splendid fort, you will then have a guided tour of the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah (the Baby Taj) to explore the inspiration for the Taj Mahal’s design. This small but elegant tomb elegant will feast your eyes by its finely carved decoration and delicate lattice screens.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mehtab Bagh, Nagla Devjit Etmadpur, Agra India
After enjoying the splendid structures, you will then have a leisurely walk in Mehtab Bagh, a tranquil garden park nearby the Yamuna River. Here you will catch a beautiful distant view of the Taj Mahal during the sunset. The spectacular comprising the orange sky, the golden river, and the splendid Taj Mahal will leave you with a pleasant evening. After the visit, you will be escorted back to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Holiday Inn Agra MG Road (4 stars) or similar
Day 4: Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, & Drive to Jaipur
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
A morning tour of the must-see Taj Mahal will start your day. With sunrise, this architectural wonder becomes more charming and romantic. You will admire its pure white marble walls carved with exquisite patterns and learn about the moving stories between its builder – the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri India
After admiring the wonder, your driver will bring you to your hotel in Jaipur, the Pink city. Halfway, you will enjoy a guided tour of the 16th-century Fatehpur Sikri, a famous UNESCO World Heritage site. Although it is now a ghost town, its exquisite red sandstone structures and fine carvings will tell you the past glory of the Mughal civilization.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre (4 stars) or similar
Day 5: Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, City Palace of Jaipur, Jantar Mantar, & Hawa Mahal
Stop At: Amber Palace, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India
After breakfast, you will first visit the 17th-century Amber Fort, which was once the capital of Jaipur. On your arrival, the pale yellow walls on a hill will catch your eyes. As you explore this magnificent fort, you will be surprised by the beautiful temples and palaces inside, such as the Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors).
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jal Mahal, Amer Road, Jaipur 302002 India
Driving back to Jaipur, you will first stop by the five-storey Jal Mahal to take some nice photos. Known as the Water Palace, it is located centrally on the Man Sagar Lake and has four storeys in the water, which make it look like a floating palace.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
Your guided tour in Jaipur will start with the 290-year-old City Palace. Besides the fine structures, you will have a glance at the royal lifestyle by seeing many historic collections here like ancient weapons, royal costumes, and chariots.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jantar Mantar – Jaipur, Tripoliya Bazaar near entrance to City Palace, Jaipur 302020 India
The next stop Jantar Mantar is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is an ancient observatory complex comprising nineteen architectural astronomical instruments, which are still operative nowadays. Here you will also see the world’s largest sundial.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hawa Mahal – Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur 302002 India
Lastly, you will enjoy the beautiful facade of Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds. Its distinct honeycomb-shaped walls, built of pink sandstone, make it a unique scenery near the ancient street.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre (4 stars) or similar
Day 6: Fly to Varanassi
Stop At: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, District, Babatpur, Uttar Pradesh 221006, India
You will spend a leisurely morning on your own arrangments. In the afternoon, your driver will escort you to the airport for your flight to Varanasi. On arrival, you will be picked up at Varanasi airport and be taken to your hotel.
Duration: 15 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Ramada Plaza JHV Varanasi (5 stars) or similar
Day 7: Free Exploration in Varanasi
Stop At: Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi is a sacred city where you will meet lots of devoted Hindus and learn about this ancient religion. For a money-saving tour with great flexibility, you will enjoy a spiritual day tour planned by yourself. Or if you need a guided tour, you are always welcomed to contact us.
Here is a classic itinerary for your reference:
You can have a sunrise cruise on the Ganges River to indulge in the beautiful sunlight and witness some devotees performing their bath rite. After breakfast, you can ramble in some famous Hindu temples, such as Bharat Mata Temple, to get close to Hinduism. In the afternoon, you can visit Sarnath for a change, as it is a holy site for Buddhists: It is the place where Buddha first preached and many ancient stupas are located. In the evening, you can watch the Ganga Aarti Ceremony at the Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Ramada Plaza JHV Varanasi (5 stars) or similar
Day 8: Varanasi Airport See-off
Stop At: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, District, Babatpur, Uttar Pradesh 221006, India
After breakfast, your driver will escort you to the Varanasi airport for your onward flight. We wish you a pleasant trip!
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
