Route: DELHI(2N)-VARANASI(2N)–KHAJURAHO(2N)–AGRA(2N)–JAIPUR(2N)–DELHI(1N)
Price: Starting from Euro 1990 per person
Single Room Supplement: Euro 399 per room
Date: You choose (between September and April)
Note: This itinerary is fully customizable as per your wish.
Spend 8 days touring the famous Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Visit the tourist attractions of busy Delhi before continuing on to Agra to admire the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal, a world-renowned structure and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Afterwards, explore Fatehpur Sikri, a deserted city made of red sandstone, the Amber Fort, and Jaipur’s landmarks. They are all situated in the vibrant mix of Indian culture and history that is known as India’s Golden Triangle.
Discover the hidden gems of the city Varanasi with the help of our knowledgeable guide. You’ll experience the authentic charm of a bygone era, whether it’s the delicious cuisine, stunning temples, or simply soaking in the atmosphere by the ghats.
Not to forget the enchanting Kamasutra Temples of Khajuraho and the one and only mesmerizing Tajmahal, both are UNESCO World Heritage Monuments.
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You will be received at the airport by our representative and given a traditional welcome over there, followed by transfer to the Hotel.
Rooms available from 2 pm onwards.
After breakfast, visit Old Delhi. Begin with a trip to the renowned Jama Mosque from the 17th century. Take a brief walk through the colorful, narrow streets of the old city. After a short break to pay respects to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, you will visit New Delhi in the afternoon.
In the afternoon, you will tour New Delhi and see the famous Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb. Then, you will take a drive around colonial Delhi, which includes visiting India Gate, the majestic President's Palace, and the Indian Parliament. The day concludes with a visit to a renowned Sikh place of worship called “Bangla Saheb Gurudwara".
Return to the hotel for a brief rest, have dinner, and then retire for the night.
After a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to the religious city of Varanasi.
Take an early morning boat ride on river Ganges. The long string of ghats - the chain of stone steps - along the western bank of the Ganges forms the major attraction of Varanasi. There are plenty of history and legends associated with these ghats. After the boat ride, tuck into a hearty breakfast and proceed to visit the beautiful temples and bustling bazaars. After sightseeing in the city, return to your hotel and spend the night
In the afternoon, head out for a half-day excursion to Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage centre. Marvel at the huge Buddha statue of Sarnath. After sightseeing in the city, return to your hotel and spend the night.
Overnight at hotel
Breakfast at hotel, later, you will be transferred to the airport to board a flight for Khajuraho. Upon arrival in Khajuraho, check-in at a hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Morning , go on a sightseeing tour of Khajuraho. Marvel at the architecture of the temples and the intricately carved sculptures of gods and goddesses from Indian mythology. Made of finely grained stone, the colors of the sculptures range from pale buff, pink, yellow and brown. The human body depicted in various sensuous postures is widely found in Khajuraho. Visit the largest temple is Kandariya Hahodeo, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast, we drive to the village of Orchha which has its importance due to the beautiful Fort and Temples. Visit to Orchha Fort and Temples named Ramji Mandir, Raj Mandir and Jahangir Mahal which are example of architectural conception of unusual vigor and intricate sophistication. Continue drive to Jhansi. Today we experience a short journey in a super fast Indian rail. Board the train from Jhansi railway station at 17h55 hrs to reach Agra at around 20h30 hrs. On arrival, transfer to hotel. Check into at hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
You will be visiting the Taj Mahal at sunrise, built in 1630 by Shah Jahan to honor his queen Mumtaz Mahal. We will start at 6 am. This impressive building is a beautifully crafted work of art made from white marble. It shows the incredible ability of 20,000 craftsmen who came from Persia, Turkey, France, and Italy and worked together for 17 years to complete this "Love Poem in Marble." Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Afternoon go see the impressive Red Fort. Emperor Akbar laid the foundation of the fort in 1565 and the construction continued until the time of Shahjahan. The tall red stone structure extends for approximately 1.5 miles, commanding a turn in the river Yamuna to the northwest of the Taj Mahal. The building is noteworthy for its seamless fusion of Hindu and central Asian architectural designs.
Drive to Jaipur after breakfast.
We will stop at Fatehpur Sikri on the way to Jaipur. Fatehpur Sikri, located 40 km from Agra, is an abandoned city built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 to honor the great Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti. The saint blessed Akbar and prophesied the birth of three sons to the then childless emperor. Akbar used Fatehpur Sikri as his capital and the city was active for 14 years. Sadly, it eventually became deserted and ruined after Akbar left the city. Water scarcity caused this city to be abandoned. You can see the stunning, intact structures in the 'Ghost City' that embody the grandeur of the Mughal empire at its peak. These include the Jama Masjid, tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal Palace, and other palaces.
Then continue driving to Jaipur and check in at the hotel upon arrival.
Breakfast will be served at the hotel.
Amber fort excursion in the morning with an Elephant ride.
Amber is a beautiful palace in the state of Rajasthan, featuring classic and romantic architecture. Its walls may appear rough and worn on the exterior, but the interior is truly stunning. Miniature paintings on the walls depict hunting and war scenes, as well as festivals, and precious stones and mirrors are embedded in the plaster. When visiting Amber, be sure to see the Jag Mandir or the Hall of Victory located inside the palace. It's a famous room with all four walls and ceiling decorated with glittering mirror pieces. The mirrors were imported from Belgium during that period. On the way to Amber Fort, there is a brief photography stop at Hawa Mahal, which is also known as the Palace of Winds.
After breakfast, the city tour starts with the Maharaja's City Palace, which was the former Royal residence. Part of the palace is converted into a museum. A small part of the palace is still used by the Royal family of Jaipur. The palace is designed like a fortified campus and takes up almost one-seventh of the city's area. A major highlight of the museum is the Armoury Museum that showcases an impressive collection of firearms, including pistols, blunderbusses, flintlocks, swords, rifles, and daggers. Most of these weapons were once used by the royal families of Jaipur. Later, go check out Jantar Mantar, the biggest observatory in the world that's made of stone and marble.
It's located near the city palace gate and boasts 17 large instruments, some of which still work.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast drive to Delhi for overnight stay in Delhi.
If you have more time, we strongly recommend adding on the following extension programme to experience the spirituality and flora & fauna of north India
Anni Coden-
2023-11-26 10:31:10Best tour in India
My husband and I just took this tour and it could not have been better. The sights are spectacular and the extremely knowledgeable guides bring the temples and forts to live. We also got exposed to everyday life in India - walking through the bazars and meeting local families. This tour exposes one not only to the standard places but some hidden gems off the beaten path. All is done in comfort and all the details are taken care off so one can immerse oneself in the long history of India and its beauty.