Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi
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- No booking fees
- E-ticket/Mobile voucher
- duration 9 days
- tour type Private
- minimum participants 2
- age requirement 1-79 yrs
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-30375
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- Starts/Ends New Delhi, India
HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy a rickshaw tour in Chandni Chowk
- Appreciate the Taj Mahal, the epic marble monument to love
- Immerse in the solemn atmosphere of Ganga aarti in Varanasi. Enjoy boat ride in the Ganges
- Visit Sarnath, where the Buddha first preached
This nine-day, private adventure starts from New Delhi and travels through two other important cities along India's golden triangle, Agra and Jaipur, before you head for Varanasi, the birthplace of Buddhism and an important Hindu pilgrimage destination.
Explore the bustling lanes and bazaars of Old Delhi and feel the irresistible charm of New Delhi, India's capital city. A comfortable, private transfer will then take you to Agra, where you can enjoy the stunning scenery of sunrise over the Taj Mahal, a marble mausoleum to love clad in white. A sightseeing trip to another Unesco-listed site of Agra Fort will provide you with a better understanding of India's Mughal rulers along with the rich history of this city.
Jaipur, nicknamed India's 'Pink City', is your next destination. Home to landmarks like Amber Fort, Maharaja City Palace and Hawa Mahal, this city is associated with Rajput rulers. Then fly to Varanasi, a pilgrimage destination for both Hindus and Buddhists. Cruise down the Ganges River in a boat and observe people bathing, praying, cremating the dead and washing clothes in its ghats. Visit Sarnath, where the Sakyamuni Buddha gave his first sermon. Back in the ghats of Varanasi, the evening Ganga aarti ceremony is a sight to behold.
Fly back to Delhi from Varanasi at the end of this tour. Enjoy a carefree experience with this private tour, including professional, English-speaking local tour guides, veteran drivers, flight tickets and accommodation.
Explore the bustling lanes and bazaars of Old Delhi and feel the irresistible charm of New Delhi, India's capital city. A comfortable, private transfer will then take you to Agra, where you can enjoy the stunning scenery of sunrise over the Taj Mahal, a marble mausoleum to love clad in white. A sightseeing trip to another Unesco-listed site of Agra Fort will provide you with a better understanding of India's Mughal rulers along with the rich history of this city.
Jaipur, nicknamed India's 'Pink City', is your next destination. Home to landmarks like Amber Fort, Maharaja City Palace and Hawa Mahal, this city is associated with Rajput rulers. Then fly to Varanasi, a pilgrimage destination for both Hindus and Buddhists. Cruise down the Ganges River in a boat and observe people bathing, praying, cremating the dead and washing clothes in its ghats. Visit Sarnath, where the Sakyamuni Buddha gave his first sermon. Back in the ghats of Varanasi, the evening Ganga aarti ceremony is a sight to behold.
Fly back to Delhi from Varanasi at the end of this tour. Enjoy a carefree experience with this private tour, including professional, English-speaking local tour guides, veteran drivers, flight tickets and accommodation.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Delhi arrival
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Day 2: Old & New Delhi sightseeing tour
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Day 3: Delhi – Agra (private transfer) & Agra sightseeing tour
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Day 4: Agra highlights tour with Taj Mahal
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Day 5: Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Abhaneri – Jaipur
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Day 6: Jaipur day tour with Amber Fort
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Day 7: Jaipur to Varanasi by flight
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Day 8: Varanasi sightseeing tour
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Day 9: Fly from Varanasi to Delhi and departure
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Meals: 8 breakfasts
- Accommodation in select hotels as per the itinerary on a twin-share basis
- Service of English-speaking, local guides as per the itinerary
- Pickup transfer on Day 1. All transport in private, air-conditioned vehicles with an experienced driver
- Economy class airfare: Jaipur - Varanasi - Delhi
- Personal assistance by our representative on airport arrival
- Rickshaw ride through Chandi Chowk bazaar in Old Delhi
- Entrance fees to monuments mentioned in the itinerary (photography/camera fees excluded))
- All government applicable taxes and service charges
- International flight in & out of Delhi
- India visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Expenses that are personal in nature like laundry, telephone, etc
- Drinks, lunches & dinners are not included
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Single room supplement is compulsory for solo travelers & not included in the tour price
- Anything mentioned optional on the itinerary
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