Golden Triangle With Varanasi

Prepare to go out on your journey to explore Delhi shortly after you’ve finished eating your breakfast. You’ll get to see two parts of Delhi, Old Delhi and New Delhi. In Old Delhi, explore the biggest mosque in India, the Jama Masjid, and the Birla Temple. Thereafter, visit Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Also visit Chandni Chowk, where you can sample some of the city's most well-known street cuisine. If you’d like, you can take a trip on a rickshaw (a classic cycle). After lunch you'll visit the New Delhi area where you’ll get to explore: Qutub Minar, the tallest minaret in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Iron Pillar inside its complex, followed by the Lotus temple, Humayun’s Tomb, and lastly the India Gate and the President House. In the evening, go on a shopping spree at the local markets of Delhi, enjoy dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel.

Post breakfast check out from the hotel and start your journey towards the next destination of the Golden Triangle with Varanasi Tour Packages, which is Jaipur. Known as the Pink City, Jaipur made its official entry into the UNESCO World Heritage Site list recently in 2019. After arriving in Jaipur, check into your hotel and spend the night there.

In the morning, post-breakfast, you’ll be taken on a sightseeing tour of the Pink City, Jaipur where you’ll get to explore the famous Amer Fort, where you can indulge in an exciting elephant ride, followed by visiting Jaigarh Fort, home to the largest cannon on wheels. In the afternoon, post-lunch, you’ll explore other famous attractions in Jaipur, including the Jal Mahal, a small palace set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake; Hawa Mahal, also called the Palace of Winds; and City Palace and Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory in India. Finish off your day with a hearty dinner and a restful slumber at your hotel.

Following breakfast, you'll depart for Agra. En route, we'll pass through Fatehpur Sikri, the Mughal Emperor Akbar's abandoned red sandstone city. Later in the day, visit the Agra Fort. Return to the hotel for dinner. Stay at the hotel overnight.

In the morning, enjoy a stunning sunrise over the Yamuna River with the Taj Mahal in the background. The Taj Mahal is a stunning white marble memorial built by Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Head back to the hotel for breakfast. Relax and visit other places in Agra in the afternoon including Itmad-Ud-Daula's tomb (Baby Taj) and the Agra Fort. You will be transferred to the Delhi train station by evening to join the overnight train to Varanasi. Overnight on the train.

The 7th day of the Golden Triangle with Varanasi Tour Packages beckons you on an expedition to the holy city. Being home to more than 2000 temples, Varanasi exudes spirituality, purity, vibrancy and tranquility. The city also offers a plethora of unique experiences that are bound to leave your soul at peace. On arrival at Varanasi, you’ll be escorted to the hotel. Check in and spend some time in leisure. After lunch, you’ll start the sightseeing tour of the city. You can start your visit by exploring the Kashi Vishwanath Temple (home to one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India), the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, and the Durga Temple (the existing icon of Goddess Durga in this temple is believed to have emerged on its own), Tulsi Manas Temple, Annapurna Devi temple, Vishalakshi Devi temple and Birla Temple located at the Banaras Hindu University (largest residential University in Asia). Each of these landmarks holds rich historical and religious significance, offering a constructive and enlightening experience for visitors. Later in the evening pay a visit to the famous ghats of Varanasi such as Harishchandra, and Manikarnaka, and witness the world-famous Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat and offer a candle or lantern to the holy river of Ganga. Have dinner and return to the hotel. Stay overnight in Kashi.

Early morning, visit the famous Assi Ghat to witness subah-e-banaras (Sunrise of Varanasi). Take a boat ride to get the essence of the city’s unique culture and tradition. The morning Ganga Aarti at the Assi Ghat is a must on the list. Come back to the hotel for breakfast and rest. Later, you’ll be taken on a tour to the Deer Park in Sarnath, where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon/dharma after attaining enlightenment. In Sarnath visit Dhamek Stupa, known as the most important Buddhist shrine in the world. Visit other tourist attractions in Sarnath and then return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

You have completed this amazing 8-night, 9-day Golden Triangle with Varanasi Tour Packages. After breakfast, our representative will accompany you to Delhi Airport, where you will begin your trip home.