The Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi is just a perfect package to discover India’s long history, rich culture and heritage with the spiritual city of Varanasi where you can experience traditions and religious practices of Hinduism. This 8-day tour will start from Delhi which is the capital of India followed by Agra, Jaipur in Rajasthan and will take you back to Delhi after visiting Varanasi which is one of the holiest cities in the country. You will also be visiting Sarnath during this tour which is situated at a distance of 15 km from Varanasi. This is one of the most sacred places for Buddhist where Lord Buddha gave his first lesson. This Golden Triangle and Varanasi Tour is also preferred choice among first time travellers who are planning to visit India. Just read the following itinerary and contact one of our team members to get started on this amazing journey.
ITINERARY
DAY 01 – ARRIVAL IN DELHI
The Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi begins with a warm welcome by our team at IGI airport in New Delhi. One of our team members will meet you and assist you to check-in into your hotel. You should take some rest before starting the sightseeing in Delhi with the exploration of Chandni Chowk market to enjoy the Rickshaw Ride in narrow streets. You can also visit Red Fort in the afternoon and explore one of the largest mosques in India which is Jama Masjid.
DAY 02 – DELHI TO AGRA
You should check-out from your hotel after a delicious breakfast and start the sightseeing again. The first place that you will be visiting today is the tallest minarets in Asia which is Qutub Minar before going to Lotus Temple which is in the shape of Lotus flower. You can also explore Akshardham Temple and Humayun’s Tomb today and start your journey towards Agra after this sightseeing. Your tour guide will help you to check-in into your hotel so that you can rest for some time before exploring colourful markets of Agra in the evening to visit some famous food shops where you can taste delicious local dishes such as “Petha” and “Jalebhi”.
DAY 03 – AGRA SIGHTSEEING
Today is the day you were waiting for and you need to wake up early in the morning to visit the Taj Mahal at the time of Sunrise so that you can get the best view of this wonderful monument. You will be exploring Agra Fort after having your breakfast which was the home for many Mughal rulers in India and do not forget to visit “Diwan-I-Aam” and “Moti Masjid” inside this huge Fort. You can also visit Mehtab Bagh in the evening if you have time to capture a few more beautiful pictures of Taj Mahal from the other side of the river. You should start a 5-hour long journey towards Jaipur now which is popularly known as the “Pink City” in India to check-in into your hotel for night stay.
DAY 04 – JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING
You should go out from the hotel for sightseeing tour of Jaipur after breakfast so that you can start the day with a visit to the magnificent Amber Fort where you can enjoy an Elephant Ride on the entrance but Jeep ride is also an option for animal lovers. You can visit Man Sagar Lake and Jal Mahal in the afternoon which is a beautiful palace in the middle of lake. You should go to the Hawa Mahal after this which is also known as “Palace of Winds” among foreign tourists followed by the City Palace and Jantar Mantar which is an observatory and a world heritage site. Chokhi Dhani culture village should be your destination in the evening to enjoy a delicious dinner while watching a traditional folk-dance performance by female artist.
DAY 05 – JAIPUR TO DELHI
You should check-out from the hotel in Jaipur after breakfast and reach Delhi to meet your tour guide who will complete the check-in formalities so that you can relax yourself before going for the night tour of three hours. You can explore Connaught Place with Janpath Market and India Gate that looks wonderful in the evening. You can also visit other famous markets in Delhi to taste a few local dishes before dinner and overnight stay in your luxurious hotel.
DAY 06 – DELHI TO VARANASI
You should check-out from the hotel after breakfast and catch a flight to Varanasi where you will meet one of our representatives at the airport who will assist you to check-in into your hotel. You can start the sightseeing after taking some rest with the exploration of “Mankarnika Ghaat”, “Harishchandra Ghaat” and “Dasaswamedh Ghaat”. You must participate in “Ganga Aarti” in the evening which is a sacred ceremony held on the banks of River Ganges.
DAY 07 – VARANASI SIGHTSEEING
You need to wake-up early this morning and enjoy the Boat Ride in holy Ganges River which is a perfect way to watch people preforming religious rituals. You can visit Bharat Mata Mandir and Kashi Vishwanath Temple which is one of the largest temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. You will be going to Sarnath after this sightseeing where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon about Dharma and Karma. You can also explore narrow streets of Varanasi in the evening and watch Sadhus.
DAY 08 – VARANASI TO DELHI
Today is the end of this 8-day Golden Triangle with Varanasi Tour and you should check-out from the hotel to take flight to Delhi so that you can catch a safe and comfortable flight back to your home with some sweet memories of life time.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
07 Night Stay in Selected Hotel
Daily Buffet Breakfast at Hotel
Private AC Car with Driver
Govt. Approved Tour Guide
Monument Entry Tickets Charges
Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi
Elephant Ride at Amber Fort
Boat Ride in Holy Ganges River
Folk Dance & Dinner at Chokhi Dhani
All Taxes, Fuel Cost & Parking Charges
Tips, Gratuities & Alcoholic Drinks
Expensed of Personal Nature
Anything Not Mentioned in Inclusions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a boat ride in Varanasi worth it?
One of the most memorable experiences for first time travellers in India is a boat ride Ganges River in Varanasi as it will allow you to have a panoramic view of many famous Ghats. Early morning boat ride is considered better to have a beautiful view during sunrise and this will also allow you to watch local people performing their daily rituals. If you decide to go for a ride in the evening then you might also get a chance to see the famous Ganga Aarti on “Dashashwamedh Ghat” which is a good experience specially for photography lovers. A boat ride in Varanasi is not just a sightseeing tour but it is good way to observe spiritual and cultural life of local people without letting them know.
What are the must-see attractions of Varanasi in this tour?
Varanasi is one of oldest cities in the world which is continuously inhabited and you will go on a deep spiritual journey here. You must visit Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva during this tour because this temple is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus. You should also visit Dashashwamedh Ghat in the evening and attend Ganga Aarti which happen every day. A boat ride at the time of sunrise is also a highlight of this tour to watch local people performing their daily rituals. You can also visit Manikarnika Ghat and Sarnath during this tour as both of these places are important part of the sightseeing tour. If you have time then you should also visit Assi Ghat in the morning and attend “Subah-e-Banaras” to watch open air cultural performances.
How many days do I need for the Golden Triangle with Varanasi tour?
You must have minimum 7-8 days for this tour but if you can extend it to 9-10 days then you can complete the entire sightseeing very comfortably. You will be exploring golden triangle cities in the beginning of this tour and this circuit will take 6 days to complete and then you will be moving towards Varanasi where you must spend 3 days to explore this holy city before returning back to Delhi. It is highly recommended to spend at least two days for the sightseeing in Varanasi as this is a very cultural city and you must explore it comfortably to experience the rich culture of India. If can let us know how many days you have to stay in India then our team can also customise this itinerary according to your needs.
Are Varanasi and the Golden Triangle cities safe for solo female travelers?
All destinations of this tour are completely safe for tourists and even for solo female travellers but there are few things that you should remember to avoid any problem. Morning hours are usually safer than late nights and you should avoid going out alone from the hotel at late night. You should also avoid staying at isolated places and you should find a hotel located in busy market areas. If you need to go out then always book a taxi from a reputed travel agency and avoid contacting some random drivers. Most of these cities have Metro train for public transport that is a safe option as compared to a bus and you should also look for women only coach if available. You should also avoid taking help from strangers and book a local guide who have good knowledge about the city. You should also keep emergency contact numbers and offline maps with you and keep sharing your live location with your friends and family members.
What is the best mode of transport to travel to Varanasi from Golden Triangle cities?
If you are travelling from Delhi then you can take a flight to Varanasi which is the fastest way or you can catch the Vande Bharat train which is one of the India’s fastest trains with on board catering service. There is good air connectivity between Jaipur and Varanasi but some flights might have some layover time that can be manages easily but you should avoid train journey from Jaipur as it takes long time of 17-18 hours to reach Varanasi. If you are travelling from Agra then you can also get the same Vande Bharat train that leaves early morning at 06:00 AM and take around 7 hours to reach its destination but if you want to catch a flight then you have to book a taxi to Delhi airport as there are no direct flights between Agra and Varanasi.
