Varanasi and Taj Mahal Tour with Ganges Boat Ride

Day 1: Delhi

1. Pass by
   Arrival Delhi
   
   For the first day you will be picked up from the airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight Delhi.

Day 2: New Delhi Sigtseeing

1. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
   40m
   Following a hotel pick-up/Airport pickup, your first stop will be the BANGLA SAHIB which is one of the prominent Sikh pilgrimage centres in Delhi, the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib was the Palace bungalow in Delhi owned by Raja Jai Singh of Amber (Jaipur) is now the Gurdwara Bangla Sahib. The 8th Guru Sri Harkishan had been here as a guest of Raja (King)Jai Singh.
2. India Gate
   10m
   Next, head to  India Gate. Originally known as All India War Memorial, this major landmark commemorates the 90,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who lost their lives fighting in World War I and the Afghan Wars.
3. Gandhi Smriti
   35m
   Continue to Gandhi Smriti,Gandhi Smriti Museum: The Birla House is the place where Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on 30 January 1948. The museum has a large collection of photographs on his life and a few of his personal belongings.
4. Red Fort
   1h 15m · Admission ticket included
   Following a hotel pick-up, your first stop will be the stunning 17th-Century Red Fort, also known asLal Qila. Explore the fortress complex, built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the walled city of Old Delhi.
5. Pasar Chandni Chowk
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Later on Cycle Rickshaw visit Chandni Chowk or the silver market street with a waterway running down its centre and noblemen and ladies passing down the streets to savour its wealth.
   
   The shops crowd over each other, people jostle with cycle rickshaws and scooters on the streets and the central canal has long been shut. Nevertheless, wandering into the alleys and by-lanes off main Chandni Chowk, you will come across shops and markets of all kinds, selling jewellery, bridal wear, books, Spices, sweetmeats, dry fruits, electronic goods, and many more things.
   
   The Kinari Bazaar sells wedding gear for all communities, from garlands of rupee notes to the groom’s turban and silk robes for the bride. At Dariba Kalan, be dazzled by rows of shops displaying finely crafted gold jewellery, while at the Naya Bazaar in Khari Baoli, smell the strong oriental fragrances of spices, dried fruits and medicinal herbs. At the base of the Jama Masjid is the crowded Meena Bazaar, which caters mainly to the Muslim population in the area. The Nai Sarak is lined with 19th century and 20th century houses, whose lower portions have shops selling books and stationery,
6. Swaminarayan Akshardham
   1h 30m
   Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi epitomises 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss. It brilliantly showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages. The Akshardham experience is an enlightening journey through India’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress, happiness and harmony of mankind.

Day 3: Delhi to Varanasi

1. Banaras Ghats
   2h · Admission ticket included
   In the afternoon board a flight to the Hindu/Buddhist city of Varanasi,your driver will drop you at the Delhi airport,arrival Varanasi airport and pickup from the airport and then you will be transferred to your hotel,in the evening, against the sublime backdrop of the setting sun, attend the aarti at the Ghat. You will stay overnight at Varanasi.

Day 4: Varanasi full day Sightseeing

1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
   20m
   Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous temple in Varanasi, dedicated to the Lord Shiva. It was constructed in the year 1780 . On the outside, the temple is adorned with intricate carvings that impart a divine quality to the facade. There is also a well present within the temple complex called Jnana Vapi or wisdom well. Other than that, the temple also houses several other small temples such as Kaalbhairav, Vishnu, Virupaksh Gauri, Vinayaka and Avimukteshwara.
2. 15m · Admission ticket included
   Bharat Mata Mandir is located on the Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith campus in Varanasi, India. Instead of traditional statues of gods and goddesses, this temple has a huge map of undivided India carved in marble. This temple is dedicated to Bharat Mata and claims to be the only one of its kind in the world.
3. 5m
   It was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. It is located north of Dashashwamedh Ghat, near Lalita Ghat along the river Ganga. The mosque is named after a well, the Gyan Vapi ("the well of knowledge"), which is located within the mosque precincts. The legends mentioned by the Hindu priests state that the lingam of the original temple was hidden in this well, when the temple was destroyed.
4. Banaras Hindu University
   Pass by
   Benaras Hindu University, the center of learning and civilization for over 3000 years and the biggest University .
5. Sarnath
   1h 15m · Admission ticket included
   The city is famous for being the first place where Lord Buddha preached for the first time after gaining enlightenment. Later, kings who followed Buddhism like King Ashoka built a lot of stupas and structures here that are focused on Buddhism. Buddhist pilgrims from various parts of the world visit Sarnath every year. Sarnath is also famous for the Ashoka pillar, which is now the country’s national emblem.

Day 5: Varanasi to Agra

1. Dasaswamedh Ghat
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Very early morning, drive to Daswamedh Ghat at Ganges and take a boat ride with your guide on the sacred river Ganges to see the sunrise, the cremation Ghats and the sacred rituals. Watch hundreds of faithful take a bath and pray on the banks.The entire scene comes alive as a reassurance of Hindu faith and spiritualism. Return for a walk through the cobblestone streets along the banks of "Ganga" and see the buzz around the shops opening and selling holy beads, handicrafts, etc. Later in the evening you will be transferred to Station to catch the overnight train for Agra.
   
   Overnight in train at your air-condition sleeper berth.
   
   Train ticket would be issued after booking.

Day 6: Agra

1. Agra Fort
   Pass by
   Arrival at morning at Agra fort station, pickup and drive to the hotel  and after rest , your private guide will start sightseeing tour of Agra .
2. Taj Mahal
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Experience one of the world’s most romantic buildings with a skip-the-line ticket to the Taj Mahal in Agra, Discover the temple deemed the “Token of Love, Devotion & Romance,” and recognised as the ultimate jewel of Muslim art in India.. Explore the marble mausoleum built by Shah Jahan following the death of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
3. Agra Fort
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the important 16th-century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques.

Day 7: Agra to Onward destination ( Delhi or Jaipur)

1. Agra Fort
   Pass by
   After breakfast in the morning, you will be transferred to train Station to catch the  train for Delhi/ Mumbai / Jaipur.
   
   You will get train ticket for sleeper air-condition class for onward journey after booking let us know wherever you wish to head .

Pickup details

We pickup from all location including hotels, airport, hostels, residentials, train station ,port etc. where ever you opt for in city limits .
We will share Guide or Driver details along with vehicle number with you through Wassup or email one day prior of the tour.
Check someone holding your name A4 size card for identification and our company name also mentioned on it.
Hotels: Pickup from Lobby(Driver will meet you around reception area.
For cruise ship customers: Pickup from cruise terminal (Cruise customers need to meet at the out gate ,you can take free shuttle bus service to reach out gate approximately 1 minutes away from cruise terminal)
For cruise ship customers: (Wheel chair transportation) All wheel chair accessible pickup would be done at the cruise terminal.
Airport: Pickup from Arrival terminal out gate
Railway station: Outside your train coach ,please share your train details with coach number and seat / berth number.
Residential: Pickup from Doorstep.
Return point: To the door step of your Hotel / Airport / Train station .

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note that rooms are available on a triple sharing basis if there are 3 people. Double rooms are provided for 2 participants, and single rooms are available for solo travelers
• Please provide the full name, passport number, gender and age of all participant to book the train tickets
• Please provide a copy of a valid ID (driving licence/passport/voter ID number) to book tickets
• The itinerary described can be customised, and you have option to start the tour from Varanasi, / Agra /Jaipur / Mumbai or Delhi
• Please select dates carefully, as most monuments in Delhi are closed on Mondays. The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays and all monuments remain closed on national holidays, such as Holi, Diwali, Christmas, Gandhi's Birthday (2 October), Independence Day (15 August) and Republic Day (26 January). Dates differ every year for Hindu holidays like Holi and Diwali, so please check yourself before booking)