06 Days
28
12+
Delhi
The Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi is a beautifully balanced journey that combines India’s iconic heritage with deep spiritual experiences. This tour covers the classic Golden Triangle cities—Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur—and extends to the sacred city of Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. From grand Mughal monuments and royal palaces to the spiritual rituals along the River Ganges, this tour offers a complete cultural and emotional experience of India.
Your journey begins with a warm welcome in Delhi, where your private driver picks you up from the airport, railway station, or hotel. Begin exploring the capital with visits to India Gate, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, and the Lotus Temple. Drive past Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhavan before checking into your hotel for an overnight stay in Delhi.
After breakfast, depart for Agra in your private car via the Yamuna Expressway. On arrival, visit the world-famous Taj Mahal, admired for its architectural perfection and romantic history. Continue to Agra Fort, a powerful Mughal stronghold overlooking the Yamuna River. Spend the evening at leisure before overnight stay in Agra.
Following breakfast, drive toward Jaipur. En route, stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital known for its red sandstone palaces and courtyards. Continue to Jaipur and check into your hotel. The evening is free for shopping in local bazaars or enjoying a cultural program. Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Enjoy a full day exploring Jaipur’s royal heritage. Visit Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and the iconic Hawa Mahal. Learn about Rajput history, architecture, and traditions while enjoying panoramic city views. Return to your hotel for overnight stay in Jaipur.
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi in comfort. From Delhi, board a flight or overnight train to Varanasi (can be arranged on request). On arrival in Varanasi, transfer to your hotel. In the evening, experience the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a powerful spiritual ceremony along the River Ganges. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Begin your day with an early morning boat ride on the Ganges, witnessing life along the ghats as the city awakens. Later, explore the narrow lanes of Old Varanasi and visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Continue with an excursion to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. After sightseeing, transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey, marking the end of the Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi.