9-Day Tour Of The Golden Triangle Of India Along With Varanasi

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

1. New Delhi
   8h
   Pick up from Delhi Airport, And transfer to hotel.
   
   Over night stay in Delhi Hotel.

Day 2: Delhi Sight Seen

1. Red Fort
   8h
   Red Fort, constructed by Shah Jahan in 1638 when the capital shifted from Agra to Delhi; it was the primary residence of the Mughal Dynasty and is located in the city center. It is made from red sandstone. The Red Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007.
   
   Qutub Minar, a unique five-story tapering tower with a height of 73 meters. This famous historical monument is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
   
   India Gate, a war memorial located near the Rajpath. It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the war.
   
   Jama Masjid : One of the largest mosques in the country. Jama Masjid is made up of red sandstone and marble. It was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people every day.
   
   Despite this, Visit the Lotus temple, Raj Ghat, India Gate also.
   
   Take a traditional rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the oldest and busiest market in New Delhi. Chandni Chowk's literal translation- Moonlight Square, was built by a Mughal Emperor in the 17th century.
2. Qutub Minar
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Travel to Qutub Minar, a unique five-story tapering tower with a height of 73 meters. This famous historical monument is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
3. India Gate
   30m
   Take a look at the India Gate, a war memorial located near the Rajpath. It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the war.
4. Lotus Temple
   30m
   Explore the Lotus Temple, famous for its flower-like dome shape; Lotus Temple is a house to worship and is open to all. Winning numerous awards for its architecture, this place is a prominent attraction in Delhi.
5. Raj Ghat
   30m
   Check out the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatama Gandhi, a black stone platform in an open-air complex that marks Gandhi's cremated spot.
6. Jama Masjid
   1h
   Pay your respects at Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the country. Jama Masjid is made up of red sandstone and marble. It was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people every day.
7. Humayun's Tomb
   30m
   Then go head to Humayun's tomb, the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1558 and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects who were chosen by her.
8. Pasar Chandni Chowk
   1h
   Take a traditional rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the oldest and busiest market in New Delhi. Chandni Chowk's literal translation- Moonlight Square, was built by a Mughal Emperor in the 17th century. It was divided by canals to reflect moonlight, but now that particular area is closed. It is one of the biggest wholesale markets in India.
9. New Delhi
   8h
   Travel back to the hotel and overnight stay there.

Day 3: Delhi to Jaipur (280 KM/5 Hrs) and Check in the hotel.

1. Hawa Mahal - The Palace of Breeze
   1h
   Visit the Hawa Mahal, also known as The Palace of Winds, made with red and pink sandstone, which makes it distinguished from the surroundings. The palace is a five-storey pyramidal shaped monument and was built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799.
2. Johri Bazaar
   1h
   Shopping at the Johari Bazaar, a shopper's paradise and a must-visit in Jaipur. This market of exquisite jewellery and art efacts can immerse shoppers in its glittering glory. It is considered to be one of the oldest markets of Jaipur City.
3. Jaipur
   8h
   Travel back to the hotel and stay the night in Jaipur.

Day 4: Have breakfast, Then begin with the Jaipur city tour.

1. Amber fort
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Visit Amber Fort, situated on the top of a hill, built by Raja Man Singh I. It is known for its artistic elements and unique architecture. The Maota Lake located in front of the monument acts as a source of water for the fort.
2. The City Palace
   30m
   Spend time at the City Palace and learn about its history. It was originally the administrative and ceremonial seat of Maharaja of Jaipur, which was constructed in 1721. It was also the location of religious and cultural events that took place at that time. It now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum and continues to be the home of the Jaipur royal family.
3. Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
   1h
   Explore the Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1734. It is a collection of nineteen astronomical instruments built by Rajput King Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye.
4. Jal Mahal
   1.3 days
   Travel to the Jal Mahal, a floating palace situated in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake. The palace and the lake were renovated and expanded in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber.
5. Jaipur
   10h
   Rest of time leisure for guest own self.
   
   Over night stay in Jaipur Hotel.

Day 5: Jaipur To Agra (240 KM/5 Hrs) En route see the Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri.

1. Chand Baori
   1h
   Visit Chand Baori, built during the 8th and 9th centuries, has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20m to the bottom of the well.
2. Fatehpur Sikri
   2h
   Halt for sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, a small city in northern India, founded by a 16th-century Mughal emperor. Red sandstone buildings cluster at the city center. Enter from the grand Buland Darwaza gate, which will lead you to the entrance of the Jama Masjid mosque. Nearby is the marble Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Also, check out the Jodha Bais Palace, a unique fusion of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles.
3. Agra
   8h
   Later Check in Agra Hotel. Rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self.
   
   And over night stay in Agra Hotel.

Day 6: Agra Sight Seen

1. Taj Mahal
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   After Breakfast, Visit the Taj Mahal, an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the southern bank of the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. It is one of the seven wonders of the world and is a magnificent sight for the eyes!
2. Agra Fort
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Travel to Agra Fort, a historic fort that was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before the colonial rule, the last Indian rulers to have occupied the fort were the Marathas.

Day 7: Agra To Varanasi by Flight (644 KM/ 2 Hrs)

1. Varanasi
   10h
   Have breakfast, Then drive to Agra Airport to board your flight to Varanasi.
   
   Arrive at Varanasi, meet with the Driver and transfer to the hotel.
   
   In evening time free for leisure or walking in Varanasi Ghat own self.
   
   Over night stay in Varanasi Hotel.

Day 8: Have an early morning breakfast and take a boat ride on the River Ganges.

1. Varanasi
   2h
   An early morning take a boat ride on the River Ganges.
   
   Enjoy soaking in the spectacular sunrise, then return to the hotel for breakfast.
2. Sarnath
   2h
   Sarnath is a place located 10 kilometres northeast of Varanasi near the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The deer park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dhamma and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna.
3. Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
   1h
   Vishwanath Temple, also known as the “Birla Mandir”. Settled within the Banaras Hindu University, it is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (God of Destruction). It took around 350 years to build this temple.
4. Tulsi Manas Temple
   30m
   Go Head to the Tulsi Manas Temple, built by the royal family of Banaras in 1964. It is believed to be the place where the legendary poet Tulsidas wrote the great Indian epic “Ramcharitramanas”.
5. Durga Temple
   30m
   Durga temple is also known as the Monkey temple (because of the presence of huge number of monkeys), situated in the Durga Kund, Varanasi. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Durga. It was built in the 18th century. Durga temple was constructed by a Bengali Maharani in the north Indian Style with multi tiered shikhara. An attractive pond known as the Durga Kund is made on the right side of the temple which really increases the beauty of the temple. The pond has stone stairs at all sides as well as there is watch pillars at each corner of the pond.
6. Varanasi
   8h
   In the evening, witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. It is a daily evening ceremony that has been practised for thousands of years on the banks of the River Ganges.
   
   Travel back to your hotel for an overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 9: Drop to Varanasi Airport or Railway Station.

1. Varanasi
   4h
   After Breakfast, you will be dropped off at Varanasi Airport with marking the end of this tour.

Pickup details

Guest will be pick up in Delhi at their desire place.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels