New Delhi Trip Overview
If you wish to explore India at its best within a short time frame then, this is the one you must opt-in for. Our 08 days itinerary of India’s Golden Triangle with Varanasi offers you an opportunity to experience the country’s cultural diversity that cannot be seen anywhere else. Explore Delhi, an amalgam of new and old-world charms. Travel to the Mughal City of Agra, to see the world-famous Taj Mahal. Then, to Jaipur where your heart will fill with the most vibrant colours of Rajasthan and the ancient city of Varanasi will enlighten your religious spirits.
Tour Highlights:
Cycle Rickshaw rides on the backstreets of Chandni Chowk and explore the Asia’s biggest spice market.
Visit one of the most famous grand Palaces of Rajasthan.
Evening visit to the Taj Mahal, to watch the mesmerizing sunset.
Enjoy a boat ride and the exciting evening Aarti at the Ghats of Ganga
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
If you wish to explore India at its best within a short time frame then, this is the one you must opt-in for. Our 08 days itinerary of India’s Golden Triangle with Varanasi offers you an opportunity to experience the country’s cultural diversity that cannot be seen anywhere else. Explore Delhi, an amalgam of new and old-world charms. Travel to the Mughal City of Agra, to see the world-famous Taj Mahal. Then, to Jaipur where your heart will fill with the most vibrant colours of Rajasthan and the ancient city of Varanasi will enlighten your religious spirits.
Tour Highlights:
Cycle Rickshaw rides on the backstreets of Chandni Chowk and explore the Asia’s biggest spice market.
Visit one of the most famous grand Palaces of Rajasthan.
Evening visit to the Taj Mahal, to watch the mesmerizing sunset.
Enjoy a boat ride and the exciting evening Aarti at the Ghats of Ganga
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Day! Free Airport Transfer is provided
Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Welcome to Delhi! You will be received by one of our team members at the airport’s exit terminal, who help transfer by private vehicle to your hotel. Check-in & relax at the hotel or depending upon your arrival time; you may stroll around the streets.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 5-star Hotel
Day 2: Ride cycle rickshaw in the lanes of old Delhi, Explore city’s garden tomb
Stop At: Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid), 6 km North of Connaught Pl. across from Lal Qila, New Delhi India
After breakfast you’ll be taken to Old Delhi, first, visit the beautiful Jama Masjid – One of the Jewels being built by Emperor Shah Jahan, this 17th-century colossal edifice represents the architectural extravaganza of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Its tall minaret towers and protruding domes, which can be seen for miles around, are distinctive features of the Jama Masjid.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Chandni Chowk, Near Red Fort, New Delhi 110006 India
After Jama Masjid, you will explore the bazaars and Asia’s Largest Spice Market on a cycle rickshaw through the winding lanes of this city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Humayun’s Tomb, Mathura Road Opp Nizamuddin Mosque, New Delhi 110013 India
Humayun’s Tomb is the first of the grand dynastic garden-tombs commissioned by Haji Begum, Humayun’s Persian-born wife in the memory of her deceased husband, nine years after the Emperor’s death.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, constructed around 12th century as a Victory Tower by Qutb-ud-din Aibak who later became the Sultan of Delhi. It is the tallest brick minaret in the world, with a height of 72.5 metres. Qutub Minar is surrounded by several other ancient and medieval structures and ruins, collectively known as the Qutb complex.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
Drive past the city, make a photo stop at the iconic India Gate, an arch gate made using sandstone, is a war memorial. This imposing structure is one of the largest war memorials in the country with the names of over 13,000 soldiers written on it.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Rashtrapati Bhawan, President’s Estate, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Rashtrapati Bhavan, built as the British Viceroy’s residence, is now where the President of India resides. The building is the highlight of Lutyen’s New Delhi and was completed in 1929 with the palace having 340 rooms. Marvel at the grandiose of the place from the outside.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Parliament House, Sansad Marg, New Delhi 110002 India
Parliament House is one of the most impressive buildings in Delhi. The Building was designed by British architect Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker. This iconic building was inaugurated in 1927 by Lord Irwin, the then Governor-General of India. It is the place where the Indian Constitution was drafted.
Duration: 10 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 5-star Hotel
Day 3: Drive to Agra. Visit the wonderful Taj Mahal at Sunset.
Stop At: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
On arrival, Check-in to your hotel and freshen up. Later afternoon, explore the grand Agra Fort. Agra Fort is a beautiful fort with a history of its own. The fort was rebuilt in the 16th century by Emperor Akbar and it gets it architectural style from it. Due to the fact that this served as the residence at least once for all the emperors of the Mughal era until the year 1638. The fort was endowed with countless gold and gemstone ornaments, intricate etchings, wonderful floral inlay work and other regal decorations.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Visit Taj Mahal at sunset, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Learn about its history and interesting facts from your local expert. Built by the famous Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, till date this monument attracts visitors from all around the world.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 5-star Hotel
Day 4: Drive to the Pink City of Jaipur, enroute stop at Fatehpur Sikri
Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri India
On the way to Jaipur, you will stop at Fatehpur Sikri – now turned UNESCO world heritage site. The abandoned town was founded late to the 16th century which was made using of red sandstone. This place is considered one of the finest Mughal architectures to explore. Inside Fatehpur Sikri, there are other places like Jodha Bai’s palace, Jama Mosque, Buland Darwaza and also a Tomb of Salim. Continue to Jaipur (3 hours drive), on arrival check-in to your hotel. There is no activities plan for the evening. Relax at your five star accommodation.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 5-star Hotel
Day 5: Explore the magnificent Amer Fort, visit the Royal City Palace; Tour Jaipur’s local bazaars.
Stop At: Hawa Mahal – Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur 302002 India
This morning after breakfast drive to Amer Fort, enroute make a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal. One of the most alluring sites in Jaipur, The Hawa Mahal means ‘Palace of the Winds’, the building was constructed as an extension to City Palace and to enable ladies of the royal household to watch everyday street scenes of Jaipur and the various processions on festivals without being seen.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Amber Palace, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India
A grand fort, nestled on a rocky hillock just outside the Jaipur town overlooking water-filled Maota Lake mirrored its beautiful facade. The fort is made using of pink sandstone and white marble, With its large complex consisting of a series of four courtyards, palaces, halls, gardens and temples.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jantar Mantar – Jaipur, Tripoliya Bazaar near entrance to City Palace, Jaipur 302020 India
Located at the heart of the city, Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observatory, which features the world’s largest stone sundial. Built in the early 18th century, by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, who not only was the founder of Jaipur, but he was also a scholar in physics, mathematics, and astronomy.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
In the late afternoon, visit Jaipur’s the impressive City Palace. The palace was originally built by Sawai Jai Singh in the 1720s and was enlarged and adapted over the centuries by his successors. A striking blend of Indian architecture with Rajput, Mughal and European styles, it is one of the most revered attractions among the places to visit in Jaipur.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 5-star Hotel
Day 6: Fly to Varanasi, Take a guided walking tour
Stop At: Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
Meet our representative and driver upon arrival at the Varanasi airport. Transfer to hotel and settle-in. Varanasi also known as the city of Light, it is said to be one of the oldest inhabited and most exciting cities in the world, which has been standing the test of time for over 5, ooo years.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Dasaswamedh Ghat Road Bangali Tola, Varanasi 221001 India
Late afternoon, go on a walking tour through the narrow streets of the Old City. The evening is scheduled to witness the thousand-year-old Ganga Aarti Ceremony during which worshippers pray near the water by the light of candles and lanterns.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Assi Ghat, Sdkfjl, Varanasi 221005 India
Start your day early for a boat cruise on the Ganges River at sunrise. Not to be missed experience when in Varanasi. The vivid picture of devoted Hindus bathing in the river offering the prayers against the morning sunlight make the journey very rewarding. Return to your hotel for breakfast.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 5-star Hotel
Day 7: Mesmerizing Sunrise Boat Cruise Experience, Drive to Sarnath for Sightseeing.
Stop At: Assi Ghat, Sdkfjl, Varanasi 221005 India
Start your day early for a boat cruise on the Ganges River at sunrise. Not to be missed experience when in Varanasi. The vivid picture of devoted Hindus bathing in the river offering the prayers against the morning sunlight make the journey very rewarding. Return to your hotel for breakfast.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sarnath Via-Anlabereni, Varanasi 759026 India
After breakfast, drive to Sarnath, a popular Buddhist religious site, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon in a deer park. Here, visit Archaeological Museum, a huge place with numerous galleries. Dhamek stupa, Founded by the king Ashoka in 249 BC, is the one of the most prominent Buddhist structure in India. Also visit Monastery Ruins & Ruins of Dharmarajika Stupa, Thai Monastery, Chaukhandi Stupa and Bodhi Tree, it is said to be the oldest religious tree in the world. Return to Varanasi, afternoon will be at your leisure. You may explore the local bazaars for last minute shopping.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 5-star Hotel
Day 8: Final Departure: Fly to New Delhi from Varanasi, for your onward Journey
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Today, your wonderful trip to India comes to an end. After breakfast you will be transferred to Varanasi Airport to board a flight to Delhi for your onward journey.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
