New Delhi Trip Overview
The Golden Triangle tour with Varanasi is specially designed for first time travellers to India. It’s a classic introduction to the rich culture, tradition, and history. Classical India tour takes you through the hubs of Indian culture and heritage. Covering some of the most famous and exotic destinations of the country, the trip is designed to give you a complete traveling experience in terms of shopping, dining, sightseeing and entertainment while giving you an in depth tour of Indian history and culture. The tour combines the spiritual attractions of the famous Hindu pilgrimage city of Varanasi. So, if you want to get to the heart of India, avail this package and begin your journey now!
Trip Highlights:
• Explore Famous attractions of Delhi
• Marvel at the Taj Mahal at Agra
• Jaipur sightseeing tour
• Boat ride in River Ganges in Varanasi
• Evening Prayer Ceremony on River Ganges
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
The Golden Triangle tour with Varanasi is specially designed for first time travellers to India. It’s a classic introduction to the rich culture, tradition, and history. Classical India tour takes you through the hubs of Indian culture and heritage. Covering some of the most famous and exotic destinations of the country, the trip is designed to give you a complete traveling experience in terms of shopping, dining, sightseeing and entertainment while giving you an in depth tour of Indian history and culture. The tour combines the spiritual attractions of the famous Hindu pilgrimage city of Varanasi. So, if you want to get to the heart of India, avail this package and begin your journey now!
Trip Highlights:
• Explore Famous attractions of Delhi
• Marvel at the Taj Mahal at Agra
• Jaipur sightseeing tour
• Boat ride in River Ganges in Varanasi
• Evening Prayer Ceremony on River Ganges
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Pass By: Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
Traditional welcome by our representative at New Delhi International airport. Meet our representative & get transferred to hotel by air-conditioned vehicle. Check-in & rest of the day is free for leisure.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel in New Delhi
Day 2: In Delhi (Guided Sightseeing Tour)
Pass By: Red Fort, Netaji Subhash Marg, New Delhi 110002 India
One of the historic monuments located in Delhi and gets its name from the red colour sandstone used for construction by the Mughals. This fort was used as a ceremonial spot for the royals and is used for political and national ceremonies even today. Constructed in 1639 by the fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as the palace of his fortified capital Shahjahanabad, the Red Fort is named for its massive enclosing walls of red sandstone and is adjacent to the older Salimgarh Fort, built by Islam Shah Suri in 1546 AD. The imperial apartments consist of a row of pavilions, connected by a water channel known as the Stream of Paradise.
Stop At: Chandni Chowk, Near Red Fort, New Delhi 110006 India
The Chandni Chowk (Moonlight Square) is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, India. Chandni Chowk is located close to Old Delhi Railway Station. The Red Fort monument is located within the market. It was built in the 17th century by Mughal Emperor of India Shah Jahan and designed by his daughter Jahanara. The market was once divided by canals (now closed) to reflect moonlight and remains one of India’s largest wholesale markets. The market’s history dates to the founding of the capital city of Shahjahanabad when Emperor Shah Jahan established the Red Fort on the banks of the Yamuna River beside his new capital. Chandni Chowk also famous for foodies. if you want to taste local food of delhi, have to visit Chandani Chowk. Delicacy food is Babu Ram Paranthe wala, Old Famous Jalebi wala, Kuremal ki Kulfi, Natraj Dahi Bhalla and many more….
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Humayun’s Tomb, Mathura Road Opp Nizamuddin Mosque, New Delhi 110013 India
This magnificent garden tomb is the first substantial example of Mughal architecture in India. Humayun’s Tomb It was built in 1565 A.D. nine years after the death of Humayun, by his senior widow Bega Begam. Inside the walled enclosure the most notable features are the garden squares (chaharbagh) with pathways water channels, centrally located well proportional mausoleum topped by double dome. There are several graves of Mughal rulers located inside the walled enclosure and from here in 1857 A.D; Lieutenant Hudson had captured the last Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah II.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Rashtrapati Bhavan, Rajpath, New Delhi 110004 India
Home to the President of the world’s largest democracy, epitomizing India’s strength, its democratic traditions and secular character. It was Sir Lutyens who conceptualized the H shaped building, covering an area of 5 acres on a 330 acre estate. This mansion has a total of 340 rooms spread over four floors, 2.5 kilometres of corridors and 190 acres of garden area. Painstaking efforts of thousands of labourers including masons, carpenters, artists, carvers, and cutters saw the completion of this masterwork in the year 1929.
Pass By: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
Right opposite the Rashtrapati Bhavan, at the centre of New Delhi stands the 42 m high India Gate, an “Arc-de-Triomphe” like archway in the middle of a crossroad. Almost similar to its French counterpart, it commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army during the World War I. The memorial bears the names of more than 13,516 British and Indian soldiers killed in the North western Frontier in the Afghan war of 1919.
Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
A soaring, 73 m-high tower of victory, built in 1193 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak immediately after the defeat of Delhi’s last Hindu kingdom. The tower has five distinct storeys, each marked by a projecting balcony and tapers from a 15 m diameter at the base to just 2.5 m at the top. The first three storeys are made of red sandstone; the fourth and fifth storeys are of marble and sandstone. At the foot of the tower is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, the first mosque to be built in India. An inscription over its eastern gate provocatively informs that it was built with material obtained from demolishing ’27 Hindu temples’. A 7 m-high iron pillar stands in the courtyard of the mosque. It is said that if you can encircle it with your hands while standing with your back to it your wish will be fulfilled.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: In Delhi
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel in New Delhi
Day 3: Delhi – Jaipur (By Road)
Pass By: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
After breakfast checkout from hotel & drive towards Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur check-in to pre booked hotel.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: In Delhi
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur
Day 4: In Jaipur (Guided Sightseeing Tour)
Stop At: Amber Palace, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India
A fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture, this fort was built by Raja Man singh on the hill side in the 16th century. The construction was started by Raja Mansingh I in 1592 and was completed by his descendant Jai singh I. While the exterior of the fort are rugged, equally bewitching are the interiors where the fusions of Hindu and Muslim architectural styles find ultimate refinement. Painted scenes of hunting and war adorn the wall with precious stones and mirrors set in to the plaster. In the foreground is the Maota Lake giving a magnificent reflection of the Fort.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jal Mahal, Amer Road, Jaipur 302002 India
Possibly the most serene sight amidst the chaos of Jaipur is the beautiful JalMahal Jaipur, the Water Palace. This low-rise symmetrical palace, that once was a shooting lodge for the Maharajah, appears to float in the centre of Sagar Lake. The light sand coloured stone walls of the JalMahal Jaipur are at a stark contrast to the deep blue of the waters of the lake, while from the innards of the palace lush foliage sprouts.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Hawa Mahal – Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur 302002 India
Located at a stone throw away from the commercial center of Pink City, HawaMahal is considered as the landmark of Jaipur. Known as the ‘Palace of winds”, this five story building was built in 1799 by Maharaja SawaiPratap Singh. This palace is decorated with 953 windows or ‘Jharokhas’ which are adorned with intricate designs. There’s a small museum within the complex of HawaMahal, which houses famous items like miniature paintings and ceremonial armor.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
A palace with beautiful architecture and cultural artwork was once the seat of the Kings during their reign. City Palace is a complex of courtyards, gardens, and buildings situated right at the centre of the Old city. One of the ideal places for the tourists and a must visit because of its impressive history, architecture, gardens, an array of courtyards, and houses several other buildings in it. Blessed with the beauty of urban layout, City Palace is more than just a tourist destination; it is an excellent example of design, art, and creativity that can be elaborated as an exquisite symbol.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jantar Mantar – Jaipur, Tripoliya Bazaar near entrance to City Palace, Jaipur 302020 India
Jantar Mantar is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, and completed in 1734. It features the world’s largest stone sundial, and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is located near City Palace and HawaMahal.The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye. The monument expresses architectural innovations, as well as the coming together of ideas from different religious and social beliefs in 18th-century India.The observatory is an example of the Ptolemaic positional astronomy which was shared by many civilizations.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: In Jaipur
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur
Day 5: Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (By Road)
Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri India
After breakfast checkout from hotel & drive towards Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, check-in to pre booked hotel.
En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri (Visit – 120 minutes)
Old deserted town of Mughal Dynasty –Fatehpur Sikri built in red sandstone in honor of Saint Salim Chisti who foretold the birth of 3 sons to Emperor Akbar, is an example of robust stability combined with originality. This magnificent fortified ancient city, was the short-lived capital of the Mughal empire between 1572 and 1585, during the reign of Emperor Akbar. Earlier, Akbar had visited the village of Sikri to consult the Sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chishti, who predicted the birth of an heir to the Mughal throne. When the prophecy came true, Akbar built his new capital here, including a stunning mosque, still in use today, and three palaces, one for each of his favourite wives – one a Hindu, one a Muslim and one a Christian (though Hindu villagers in Sikri dispute these claims).
Later proceed towards Agra. Upon arrival in Agra check-in to pre booked hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: In Jaipur
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel in Agra
Day 6: Explore Agra & transfer from Agra to Delhi (By road)
Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Morning after breakfast proceed for local sightseeing of Agra. Visit.
Later proceed towards New Delhi. Upon arrival get transferred to New Delhi railway station to board the overnight train towards Varanasi.
Overnight journey in train.
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Taj Mahal is located in the historical city of Agra. Called as the “symbol of love”, it was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial for his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Every year visitors numbering more than the entire population of Agra passes through the magnificent gates to catch a glimpse of this breath taking monument. Described by Rabindranath Tagore as “a teardrop on the cheek of eternity”, the Taj Mahal is considered as the finest example of Mughal architecture and is now a UNESCO world heritage site. Covering a land over 60 bighas, the Taj Mahal was constructed using white marble obtained from Makrana in Rajasthan.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Built by Emperor Akbar on the west bank of the river Yamuna, the Agra Fort dominates the centre of the city. The crescent-shaped fort has a 20-metre high and 2.4-km long outer wall that contains a maze of buildings that form a small city within a city. The Diwan-i-Aam (hall of public audience), the Diwan-i-Khas (hall of private audience), the octagonal tower known as Musamman Burj, Khas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal (the mirror palace) and the Anguri Bagh (the Grape Garden) are the other places to see within the fort. From the sight of it the magnificent structure in Red Sand Stone looks strong and invincible. The common belief goes that it was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar and further developed by his heirs. But in reality, the fort was actually a small fortress which a Hindu war lord had built long back around the 5th century viewing the strategic importance of Agra on the banks of River Yamuna.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: In Agra
Accommodation included: Overnight on Board Train for Varanasi
Day 7: Arrive Varanasi & Explore
Pass By: Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
Meet our representative at Varanasi railway station & get transferred to Hotel.
After breakfast proceed for an excursion to Sarnath.
Stop At: Sarnath Via-Anlabereni, Varanasi 759026 India
‘One of the four holiest places to the Buddhists’. A quiet and spiritual town set amidst the otherwise densely populated state of Uttar Pradesh, Sarnath is a city of historical marvel with numerous Buddhist stupas, museums, excavated ancient sites and beautiful temples that prove to be a source of immense wonder and astonishment to tourists due to their mystical and serene setting. Being just 10 kms from Varanasi, Sarnath is often flocked with devotees is the perfect pilgrimage site for Buddhists, Jains and Hindus, alike. A pilgrimage place for Buddhists, Sarnath features a number of temples and completely serene surroundings with its various historically significant, architectural marvels. Being the place where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon, Sarnath has since been a popular tourist attraction and is well known for its cultural significance as well as the mystical setting. To name a few attractions contributing to the spiritual significance of Sarnath, we have, Ashoka’s Pillar, Dharma Stupa built by Emperor Ashoka and many more.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi 221001 India
Situated on the western bank of holy river Ganga in Varanasi, Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas or temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. The main deity of Kashi Vishwanath Temple is Lord Shiva, also known as Vishwanatha or Vishweshwarar meaning ‘the ruler of the universe’. The city of Varanasi, the cultural capital of India, is thus known as the city of Lord Shiva. The temple has 800 kg of gold plating on its tower.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Banaras Ghats, Varanasi 221002 India
The long chain of ghats in Varanasi are one of the most frequently sites, where pilgrims bathe for spiritual purification. There are about hundred ghats in the city and each of them is marked by a lingam. Early-morning bathers, Brahmin priests offering puja and people practising meditation and yoga are common sites. The most famous Ghats are Dasaswamedh ghat, Assi Ghat.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bharat Mata Temple, Vidyapith Road, Varanasi 221001 India
Bharat Mata Mandir is a unique shrine dedicated to our country, Mother India. The temple does not have any deity, but a relief map of the country carved in marble. The temple was the brainchild of Babu Shiv Prasad Gupta, a freedom fighter. It was built in 1936 and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi and has ever since been the only one dedicated to a country in the World.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Alamgir Mosque, Nr. Panchganga Ghat, Varanasi 221002 India
Alamgir Mosque is a 17th century structure built by Mughal Emperor, Aurangzeb, on a land which once had a Shiva Temple and was demolished by him. The mosque is an architecturally stunning building built according to the Indo-Islamic style with beautiful minarets and high domes.
Duration: 20 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: In Varanasi
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel in Varanasi
Day 8: Boat Ride at River Ganges & Departure
Stop At: Ganges River, Varanasi India
Today we start our day with a boat ride on the river Ganges. Rise before dawn & step gingerly in the boat as the boatman starts rowing the boat. Witness the daily miracle to unfold, as the Sun appears triumphantly over the horizon. The sound of conches & temple bells adds to the delicate pink fabric of dawn. The formerly hushed murmuring of ancient Sanskrit Shlokas (hymns) now rise, in one voice, to a crescendo of unparalleled piety & joy.
Return to hotel & enjoy breakfast.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
After breakfast get transferred to Varanasi airport to board your flight for onward journey.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: In Varanasi
No accommodation included on this day.
