New Delhi Trip Overview
This Golden Triangle Tour with Mandawa & Varanasi offers you an opportunity to explore the popular cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur along with the ancient holy city of Varanasi. During your visit, you will experience something different in each city. Delhi will offer a potpourri of everything, Agra will take you back in the Mughal times, Jaipur will offer you a sneak-peak into the erstwhile Rjaputana royalty and Varanasi will enlighten your religious spirits.
Despite this, Mandawa is a one of the smallest town of northern Rajasthan.This is a town that is also dotted with numerous haveli and is believed to be an open art gallery due to number of beautiful decorated haveli.
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Duration: 12 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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This Golden Triangle Tour with Mandawa & Varanasi offers you an opportunity to explore the popular cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur along with the ancient holy city of Varanasi. During your visit, you will experience something different in each city. Delhi will offer a potpourri of everything, Agra will take you back in the Mughal times, Jaipur will offer you a sneak-peak into the erstwhile Rjaputana royalty and Varanasi will enlighten your religious spirits.
Despite this, Mandawa is a one of the smallest town of northern Rajasthan.This is a town that is also dotted with numerous haveli and is believed to be an open art gallery due to number of beautiful decorated haveli.
Itinerary
Day 1: Pick Up from Delhi
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
On your arrival at Delhi we offer airport assistance and transfer to your hotel. Once there, you can relax and enjoy personal activities.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel
Day 2: Delhi – Mandawa (250 KM/ 5 Hrs)
Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
Murmuria Haveli : This is a haveli that is known for all its paintings of all the famous leaders of the ancient era. In the haveli you can witness the painting of Jawaharlal Nehru sitting on a horse and carrying the tri colour. The murmuria haveli is been designed in the traditional way of Rajasthan, and is a breathe taking building due to the architecture in Rajasthan. Though this was something that is built during the 1930s, it still continues to be one of the favourite tourist destination of Mandawa Rajasthan. Their art work is exceptional and i am sure that you will get to enjoy many paintings.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
Mandawa Market : Mandawa is a one of the smallest town of northern Rajasthan, located at the shekhawati region and is generally a Fort town. Established in the 17th and 18th century this is a place that is even today popular for shooting movies, so don’t be surprised when you get to see some actors and actresses during your visit in this town. This is a town that is also dotted with numerous haveli and is believed to be an open art gallery due to number of beautiful decorated haveli.
So In evening time visit Mandawa market.
Over night stay at Mandawa Hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel
Day 3: Mandawa Sight Seen
Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
The Harlalka Well : The History of Harlalka Well is generally not known by many even today. This is a destination that is just a few steps away from the haveli of murmuria, finding this place to be really very rustic and beautiful. So go up with a camel ramp towards the well and the only caution that you will have to take here is to be very careful as there is no guard railings that can save you from falling in. The well is very deep and is still filled with enough of water in it. This is one of the place where you can relax and have some peace.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
The Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli : It is generally believed that the Goenka family owns this and many other Haveli’s in and around Mandawa. The Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli is yes a famous destination for all the travellers due to the different kind of artworks and the last but not the least the beautiful carvings done in the haveli. The most famous painting that you will get to see in this Haveli is of Lord Indra, who is considered to be the king of gods riding his elephant. You will also get to see then the painting of lord Shiva on Nandi, which is even today considered to be another favourite painting of all the visitors to the beautiful haveli. If any one of you wish to get the true taste of the Rajasthan lifestyle, then trust me Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli is the perfect place for you to visit.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli : This haveli is considered to be the most palatail mansions of Mandawa. This haveli is considered to be an exceptional piece of art and architecture for all its exotic imagery. Even today the haveli is known for holding its charm and vintage.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
Bansidhar Newatia Haveli : This is a place that is best known for the attractive and colourful paintings. This haveli is among those famous tourist attractions that holds a great historical importance, alluring thousands of history buffs and tourist in this place. This haveli is located at Shekhawati region, and in the small town of Mandawa that even today successfully boats many designed haveli and forts. It is these forts and haveli that are contributing to the major part of Rajasthan tourism today.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
Open Air Art Gallery : Though this does not have any specific location the entire city can be called as the open art gallery. Mandawa during the ancient times turned out to become the most popular stoppage for merchant’s crossing over through this route. And as you have a few of them who have settled down in this region, they have because of this constructed haveli for themselves and their family members. These are not just beautifully designed but are also well adored and decorated with one of the best paintings along.
Over night stay at Mandawa Hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 – Star Hotel.
Day 4: Mandawa – Jaipur (170 KM/ 3 Hrs)
Stop At: Amer, Amer, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
Amber Fort situated on the top of the hill. Amber Fort is located in Amer. It was built by Raja Man Singh I. It is known for its artistic elements. The Maota Lake located in front of the monument acts as a source of water for the fort.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Kalagram Chokhi Dhani, 12 Miles Tonk Road, Jaipur 303905 India
Through this tour, our aim is to contribute, in our own modest way, towards sustaining our rural artisans and their classic art, a social initiative to support the rich heritage of our country and to nurture our patrons with a thoughtful uniqueness in a world of mass creation. Envisioned expressly to sustain the unique arts and their distinctive creators and to acquaint people with the delight of witnessing it real-time, Kalagram boasts of an extensive range of handicraft products, providing more than 10000 pieces of the art and craft of incredible India to your doorstep.
Guest can enjoy there as per below details.
1. Puppet Show.
2. Rajasthani folk Dance
3. Gala Dinner (Included in Entrance Charge)
4. The Turban Section
5. Camel riding (Included in Entrance Charge)
Over Night Stay at Jaipur Hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel.
Day 5: Jaipur Sight Seen
Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
Spend one hour to explore Maharaja’s City Palace. City Palace of Jaipur was originally the administrative and ceremonial seat of Maharaja of Jaipur which was constructed in 1721. It was also the location of religious and cultural events that took place at that time. It now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum, and continues to be the home of the Jaipur royal family.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jantar Mantar – Jaipur, Tripoliya Bazaar near entrance to City Palace, Jaipur 302020 India
Jantar Mantar is a UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1734. It is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jal Mahal, Amer Road, Jaipur 302002 India
Jal Mahal – (6 kms) on the way to Amer, this small palace is set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Renovation around the lake is in progress.
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
Hawa Mahal – It is famous “The Palace of Winds” or “The Palace of Breeze”). Built from red and pink sandstone, the palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends to the Zenana, or women’s chambers.
The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, the grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, who was the founder of Jaipur. He was so inspired by the unique structure of Khetri Mahal that he built this grand and historical palace. It was designed by Lal Chand Ustad. Its five floor exterior is akin to honeycomb with its 953 small windows called Jharokhas decorated with intricate lattice work.
In evening free for leisure and marketing own self.
Over night stay in Jaipur Hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel
Day 6: Jaipur – Agra (240 KM/ 4 Hrs) En route see Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri.
Stop At: Chand Baori (Step well), Jaipur-Agra Road, Abhaneri 303313 India
Chand Baori was built during the 8th and 9th centuries and has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20m to the bottom of the well.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
Fatehpur Sikri is a small city in northern India, just west of Agra, founded by a 16th-century Mughal emperor. Red sandstone buildings cluster at its center. Buland Darwaza gate is the entrance to Jama Masjid mosque. Nearby is the marble Tomb of Salim Chishti. Diwan-E-Khas hall has a carved central pillar. Jodha Bais Palace is a mix of Hindu and Mughal styles.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
In the evening, you will visit the old Agra Market on your own self.
Overnight stay in Agra Hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel
Day 7: Agra Sight Seen & Take a Over night train for Varanasi.
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the southern bank of the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before capture by the British, the last Indian rulers to have occupied it were the Marathas.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Railway Station, Near Agra Fort Crossing, Bijli Ghar, Pipal Mandi, Agra 282003 India
After finish this tour guest will be drop at Agra Railway Station.And
take a Over night train for Varanasi.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Over night spend in Train for Varanasi.
Day 8: Pick up Varanasi Railway Station & transfer to Hotel
Stop At: Ramnagar Fort, Kila Road Ramnagar Crossing, Varanasi 221008 India
There are few destinations in India without a fort, and Varanasi is no exception. About 14 kilometers from the city center, you’ll find Ramnagar Fort. The 18th-century sandstone fort and palace is no longer used as a defensive structure, but instead houses a quirky museum brimming with vintage automobiles, elaborate hookahs, antique weapons, sedan chairs decked out in jewels, and a one-of-a-kind astronomical clock that’s more than 150 years old.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Dhamek Stupa, Rishipattan Road 13 Km From Varanasi, Varanasi 221007 India
Hinduism certainly has a stronghold on Varanasi, but Buddhism has a major presence less than 12 kilometers away in the village of Sarnath. Here, you’ll find the Dhamek Stupa, a massive stone and brick structure that’s 43.6 meters tall and 28 meters in diameter. The stupa was built more than 1,500 years ago as a replacement for a structure that dated back to 249 BCE.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dasaswamedh Ghat Road Bangali Tola, Varanasi 221001 India
The lively atmosphere of the Dasaswamedh Ghat makes it one of the best places to visit in Varanasi. This tourist attraction is a swirling hodgepodge of flower sellers touting bright blossoms, boat operators hawking rides along the Ganges River, and sadhus (holy men) with face paint. You can spend hours people watching in this area during the day.
Over night say at Varanasi Hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel
Day 9: Varanasi Sight Seen
Stop At: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi 221001 India
Hindu pilgrims and tourists alike travel for thousands of miles to reach the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, a sacred attraction around four kilometers from the Varanasi Junction railway station near the Manikarnika Ghat. The impressive structure, dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva, has earned the nickname “The Golden Temple” for its striking spire — plated in some 800 kilograms of pure gold. The distinctive design of this temple has gone on to inspire the architecture of hundreds of other temples across India.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Manikarnika Ghat, Ghasi Tola Road, Varanasi 221001 India
Plumes of smoke swirl toward the sky at Manikarnika Ghat. No, it’s not from a factory — it’s from the perpetual cremations that happen on this ghat. Hindus believe that Manikarnika Ghat is one of the most auspicious places for the departed to reach moksha (emancipation from the cycle of spiritual rebirth). The funeral pyre at this ghat burns 24/7, and around 100 cremations take place every day.
Priests or guides frequently offer to lead tourists through the fascinating ghat, however some can be aggressive in their demands for money. You may see doms (members of an untouchable caste) carrying cloth-wrapped bodies on makeshift stretchers, along with piles of firewood stacked up, ready to feed the pyre.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005 India
Banaras Hindu University has been a central part of Varanasi’s identity since its inception in 1916. The well-respected public university is home to more than 25,000 students, making it one of Asia’s largest residential universities.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Assi Ghat, Sdkfjl, Varanasi 221005 India
When it comes to famous places in Varanasi, the city’s southernmost main ghat regularly tops the list. Assi Ghat’s star attraction is a Shiva lingam (phallic representation of the Hindu deity) beneath a sacred fig tree. It draws hundreds of pilgrims every day, who come to worship Lord Shiva after rinsing in the Ganges River.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ganga Aarti, Dashashwamedh ghat Road, Varanasi 221001 India
The Ganges River is one of the most revered natural sites in India. The river extends southeast from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal. Between 400 million and 600 million people rely on the Ganges River to provide water for daily bathing and drinking.
Hindus come to Varanasi from all around the world to purify themselves in the holy Ganges water and perform rituals along the dozens of ghats along the river. For tourists, the river helps provide a fixed point of orientation for navigating around the city, and you’ll no doubt spend lots of time sightseeing and watching life happen around the Ganges.
Consider waking up early and taking a sunrise cruise along the river — negotiate with one of the countless boatman hanging out along the ghats.
In the afternoon or early evening, one of the top things to do in Varanasi is purchase a small floating offering filled with fresh flowers and a candle, and release it onto the Ganges River. This tour will connect you Hindu culture.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel
Day 10: Varanasi – Delhi by Flight
Stop At: Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid), 6 km North of Connaught Pl. across from Lal Qila, New Delhi India
Pick up Delhi Airport and Start a Delhi Sightseeing tour.
One of the largest mosques in the country, Jama Masjid is made up of red sandstone and marble. It was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people every day. The courtyard of the mosque can accommodate about 25,000 people and was built for about one million Indian Rupees.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Humayun’s Tomb, Mathura Road Opp Nizamuddin Mosque, New Delhi 110013 India
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1558, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects chosen by her.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi Road, New Delhi 110002 India
A memorial dedicated to Mahatama Gandi, Raj Ghat is situated in Delhi. It is a black marble open to the sky and a flame that is eternal burns at one end. It is great place o learn more about the history of the country.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3-Star Hotel
Day 11: Delhi Sight Seen
Stop At: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
India Gate is a war memorial located near the Rajpath. It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the wars. The India Gate, even though a war memorial, evokes the architectural style.
Over night stay at Delhi Hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Red Fort, Netaji Subhash Marg, New Delhi 110002 India
When the capital shifted from Agra to Delhi, Shah Jahan constructed Red Fort in 1939 it was the main residence of the Mughal Dynasty and is located in the city center. It is made from red sandstone and that is where it gets its name from. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
Qutub Minar is a five-story tapering tower with a height of 73 meters. The spiral staircase in this minaret has 379 staircases. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and visited by many every day.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lotus Temple Rd, Bahapur, Shambhu Dayal Bagh, Kalkaji Near Kalkaji Temple, East of Nehru Place, New Delhi 110019 India
Famous for its flower-like shape, Lotus Temple is a house to worship and open to all. Winning numerous awards, this place is a prominent attraction for all.
Over night stay at Delhi hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel
Day 12: Leave Hotel in morning time & Visit Delhi Market. In evening time car drop to Airport.
Stop At: Connaught Place, G-22 Marina Arcade, New Delhi 110001 India
Connaught Place is a frenetic business and financial hub, centered on a ring of colonnaded Georgian-style buildings with global chain stores, vintage cinemas, bars and Indian restaurants. Stalls at Janpath Market sell saris, embroidered bags and trinkets. The peaceful Sikh temple Gurdwara Bangla Sahib is known for its reflecting pool, and Jantar Mantar is a 1700s observatory with huge astronomical.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Chandni Chowk, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery and traditional Indian sweets.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
In the evening, we will Drop you to Delhi Airport and tour ends.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
