Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi
Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Varanasi -
Delhi
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive IGI airport Delhi. Met upon arrival by our representative and
transfer to hotel where room is held for immediate occupancy from noon of
previous day.
Overnight at hotel in New Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi
Morning proceed on a full day sightseeing tour of Delhi visiting important
tourist sites of Old and New Delhi. Visit the
Qutab Minar 12th century
tower and one of the tallest towers of its time, walls here consist of
verses from Quran (Holy book of Islam). Wander around the complex visiting
ruins of Hindu temples and palaces which once remained here and 4th
century steel pillar which has not developed rust till date. Drive past
India Gate the war memorial and other government buildings stopping at
President House. Visit
Laxmi Narayan Temple.
In Old Delhi drive pass
Red Fort once a symbol of Mughal power, visit
Jama
Masjid 16th century mosque and largest in India. Take a rickshaw ride in
the narrow alleyways of
Chandni Chowk and amazing mixture of history with
modern world and visit
Raj Ghat cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi the
Father of the Nation.
Overnight at hotel in New Delhi.
Day 03: Delhi / Jaipur (247Kms /05 Hrs )
After breakfast drive to Jaipur.
Arrive and check in to hotel.
Evening free to explore local market, Jaipur is famous for colorful
bazaars offer tourists a great opportunity to shop and enjoy the vibrant
culture of the region.
Evening enjoy a sumptuous buffet dinner at
Chokhi Dhani an ethnic five
star village resort. Enjoy rural folk dances, puppet shows, and village
organic tattoo art known as Mehendi, Fire-eaters show, camel rides and
bullock cart rides.
Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 04: Jaipur
After breakfast proceed to an excursion to Amber Fort.
Amber Fort -
Ancient capital of
Kachhawaha Rajputs rulers of Jaipur, Amber guarded one
of the important defiles from invading enemies. Wander inside the Fort to
see extravagant Palaces to witnessing the opulence of Rajaput royal
lifestyle amongst which summer palace, winter palace and mirror palace
etc. are the most popular. Climb atop the forts ramparts on an elephant
back. Stop at the
Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace) en route to fort.
Afternoon city tour of Jaipur visiting
City Palace official residence of
the present royal family palace covers a large area divided into a series
of courtyards, gardens and buildings. A part of this Palace is now turned
into a museum housing Armoury, Textiles and Artifacts. City Palace is
delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture.
Jantar
Mantar - 17th century astronomical observatory, an excellent example of
the marvelous precision wherein each construction has a specific purpose
to measure the position of stars, altitudes and azimuths or calculating
eclipses and some of them still works.
Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 05: Jaipur /Agra (203 Kms / 05 Hrs)
After breakfast drive to Agra, en route visit
Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur
Sikri - Just 44 km away from Agra on the way to Jaipur is Fatehpur Sikri,
which briefly served as capital of emperor Akbar. It is believed that city
was quickly abandoned due to lack of potable water. Palaces, meeting
halls, courtyards inside the complex is in a remarkable state of
preservation. Holy shrine of
Saint Salim Chisti here is one of important
pilgrimage for Muslims and Buland Darwaza which emperor Akbar built to
commemorate his victory on Gujarat is very imposing.
Arrive and check in to hotel in Agra, overnight at hotel in Agra.
Day 06: Agra/Varanasi Overnight train.
After breakfast proceed to visit the Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal.
Agra
Fort - Foundation led by emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, four of the mighty Mughal rulers controlled their vast empire from here. Wander around the
palaces built by successive emperors famous amongst which are Jahangiri
Mahal, Khass Mahal, Diwan-i-Khass, Diwan-i-Am, Machchhi Bhawan and Moti
Masjid etc. that represents the excellence of Mughal architecture. Fort
also serves as a vantage point to view Taj Mahal and it is believed that
emperor spent his last days in exile watching the Taj Mahal from here.
Taj
Mahal (World Heritage Site) - This most beautiful monument of love was
built during 1630 by grieving emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife
Mumtaj Mahal is flawless to its conception and execution. It is aptly said
that Taj Mahal is not a monument that can be described in words one has
to see it to experience it. You can stay on to view the monument on the
soft light of the setting sun.
In time transfer to railway station to board overnight train to Varanasi.
Overnight on board.
Day 07: Varanasi
You will be met at Varanasi railway station by our representative.
Transfer to hotel in Varanasi.It is the most sacred and oldest living city
in India and perhaps the world. The old come here to die as it is believed
that it opens the door to heaven and a sure shot way to achieve Nirvana.
After lunch proceed to visit the many temples in Varanasi.Visit Bharat
Mata temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Kali Mata temple, Sankat Mochan
Temple.
Evening view the Aarti ceremony at the Ghats.
Overnight at Hotel in Varanasi.
Day 08: Varanasi / Delhi
Early morning boat ride on Ganges to view the pilgrims offering their
obeisance to God above and understand why Varanasi is also called the city
of ghats. Later departure back to hotel for a leisurely breakfast.
Afterwards a short drive to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha preached his first
sermon and paved the way for Buddhism in the world. Also visit the many
stupas, the deer park and the Government Museum. In time transfer to
airport to board flight to New Delhi.
Arrive Delhi & and transfer to airport to board flight to onward
destination
(End of Tour)
TOUR COST
ECONOMY PACKAGE - On Request
STANDARD PACKAGE - On Request
INCLUDES:
-- Assistance on arrival and departure.
-- Accommodation on bed & breakfast basis.
-- Full day tours in New Delhi, Agra, Varanasi & Jaipur.
-- Elephant ride to Amer Fort in Jaipur.
-- Dinner at ethnic village resort in Jaipur
-- En route visit to Fatehpur Sikri.
-- Boat ride in Varanasi.
-- Air-conditioned sleeper coach from Agra to Varanasi.
-- All transfers, drives, sightseeing excursions using air-conditioned
Car.
-- Parking fees, fuel charges, all state and toll taxes.
-- English speaking guide as per program
EXCLUDES:
-- Airfare from Varanasi to New Delhi.
-- Entrances to the monument.
-- Any other meals
-- Expenses of personal nature.
-- Camera fees.
-- Porterage and tipping
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