Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi

Overview

Golden Triangle with Varanasi Tour is a perfect blend that combines the leisure and religious tour. This tour is specially designed for those who are looking to explore the historical monuments along with religious sites. Golden Triangle is a popular tour which consists of three cities Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, these places are equipped with ancient monuments which were the residences for the people of the past. Taj Mahal is one of the major highlights of these places it said that this white marble edifice can be seen in different colours throughout the different times of the day. Varanasi is also included in this package which is known for its Ghats, temples and religious sites.

Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1 Delhi arrival

After your early arrival at the Delhi airport, our driver will be waiting to take you to your pre-arranged hotel in the city. Once you arrive, check in and relax. After that, you and your knowledgeable tour guide will begin your sightseeing tour of Delhi. Located in Delhi, Raj Ghat is a monument complex devoted to Mahatma Gandhi. You will be taken there. This will be followed by a visit to the Qutub Minar, a victory tower located at the site of the Lal Kot, the oldest fortified city in Delhi. While your guide gives you the lowdown on the fascinating past of Rashtrapati Bhawan and Red Fort, it's time to hit the road. After that, you'll take a trip to Humayun's Tomb, a 16th-century mausoleum that belonged to Mirza Nasir Allah. Afterwards, you will be escorted to India Gate, a memorial to the troops who sacrificed their lives during World War I that was constructed during the British Empire. Once you've had your fill of the local markets, it's time to head back to your hotel for the night.

Day 2 Delhi-Jaipur

After an early breakfast you will check-out from your breakfast and continue your journey towards Jaipur, once you reach Jaipur hotel you will check-in at your hotel. Afterwards you will be taken to visit the Stone Observatory (Jantar Mantar) which is used to keep the track of the time with ancient gadgets. After that you will drive towards City Palace where even today the royalties of Jaipur resides. Now it’s time for your drive to Delhi where you will be dropped at the airport from where you will board your flight to Goa. Once you reach Goa you will be transferred to your Goa hotel where you will check-in and stay overnight at the hotel. On the way back to your hotel you will be taken to Jal Mahal where you can click some pictures for social media. After that you can explore some local market. Now it’s time to return back to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 3 Jaipur-Agra

After an early breakfast you will check-out from the hotel and we set off to visit the Amber Fort which is situated on a hilltop, the fascinating design and architecture is just remarkable you can also go for an elephant ride here. After that you will continue your drive towards Agra. Once you reach Agra you will check-in at your hotel and stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 Agra

Today we will start early in the morning, you will be taken to witness the beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise, sunrays falling on this marble edifice is just so soothing to eyes. After that you will return back to your hotel for a healthy breakfast. After that you will be taken to Agra Fort which was once inherited by the Mughals. Now it’s time to visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula which is also known as the Baby Taj. In the evening you will be taken to Mehtab Bagh to view the Taj Mahal at sunset. After that if you wish you can explore the local handicraft markets of Agra. After the sightseeing you will return back to your hotel.

Day 5 Agra-Varanasi

After a nutritious breakfast you will check-out from your hotel and we set off to Varanasi. Upon reaching Varanasi you will check-in at your hotel and take rest. In the evening attend the Ganga Aarti Ceremony at the river Ganges. Then head back to your hotel for the overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 Varanasi

Wake up early morning and leave to enjoy the Boat ride at river Ganges which is a breath-taking experience for every tourist. Here you can click the most colourful pictures of sunrise where locals performing different kind of rituals. Also explore the different Ghats where many tourists and locals gather to admire the beauty and to experience the boat ride at Ganges. Later you’ll be taken to visit Banaras Hindu University. Later explore the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Kaal Bhairav Temple. In the afternoon visit Sarnath which is located 10 kilometres northeast of Varanasi, near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers. According to Buddhist tradition, Sarnath is where, circa 528 BCE, at 35 years of age, Gautama Buddha taught his first sermon after attaining enlightenment at Bodh Gaya. After that you will head back to your hotel and stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 11 Varanasi departure

After a healthy breakfast you will check-out from your hotel and then will be transferred to Varanasi airport / railway station for your onward travel.

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