GOLDEN TRIANGLE WITH TEMPLE TOUR IN VARANASI

GOLDEN TRIANGLE WITH TEMPLE TOUR IN VARANASI

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Tour Overview

This incredible escapade to India covers the Golden Triangle tour of India - Delhi, Agra and Jaipur with a visit to the spiritual capital of India: Varanasi. We have infused a number of activities like a rickshaw ride in the streets of Old Delhi. Experience the thrill of an elephant ride to Amer Fort in Jaipur will make your trip to India worth every penny! From Jaipur, your tour proceeds with a visit to Varanasi. It is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities of India. This magical city is nestled amidst the confluence of two rivers "Varun" and "Asi" and that's how it got its name. The ghats of Varanasi signifying the cycle of life and death and the spectacular evening Ganga Aarti are major attractions of this city. Enjoy accommodation in comfortable hotels while you go for sightseeing in the vehicle accompanied with a professional driver. We would love to help you plan your India Getaway in a way that you return with pleasurable memories for a lifetime. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Visit the Qutub Minar - tallest bricket brick minaret in the world - in Delhi.

  • Discover the architectural grandeur of Agra Fort and Taj Mahal in Agra

  • Jaipur sightseeing tour - Amer Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal and the local bazaars of Jaipur

  • Attend the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat in Varanasi on a boat

Places You'll See

Taj Mahal, Agra

Rickshaw Ride In Delhi

Elephant Ride In Jaipur

Qutub Minar

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Delhi

Location: Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel in Delhi. Delhi: It is a city that has been an idyllic symbol of the magnificent past and thriving present of India. It has never failed to amaze its visitors with its beautiful blend of various nationalities, diverse cultures & traditions, heritage of the bygone eras and its modern lifestyle – all rolled into one. Day free at leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
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Day 2 : Delhi Sightseeing

Location: Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, proceed with Delhi sightseeing tour with first visit to the Jama Masjid - the largest Mosque in India. Visit Chandni Chowk – oldest, biggest bazaar of Old Delhi. Later, walk up to Fatehpuri Masjid and enjoy a rickshaw ride till Red Fort. Here our driver will meet you, drive past Red Fort (a 17th century historical fort in Delhi) and reach Rajghat, a memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. An eternal flame burns on one side of this memorial. Visit the Humayun Tomb - first garden-style tomb of India. The main highlight of this tomb, inspired by Persian architecture, is the four garden squares with water passage channels surrounding the tomb. Drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan - residence of the President of India and India Gate - an archway built in honor of the soldiers who died in World War I. Visit Qutub Minar built by Qutab-ud-din Aibak in 1193 to mark the beginning of Muslim rule in India.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

Day 3 : Delhi - Agra [205 Kms/Approx. 4-5 Hrs]

Location: Agra

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will head to Agra. Agra: It a beautiful city situated on the banks of river Yamuna that achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from 1526 to 1628. It still remains a popular tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Upon arrival in Agra, check-in at the hotel. After some relaxation, visit the Agra Fort that resembles the magnificent Red Fort in Delhi. The Diwan-i-Aam (Hall of Public Audience), Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience) and the Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors) are some must-see attractions here. Later in the evening, pay a visit to the Taj Mahal - the most extravagant symbol of love, dedication and purity ever that took almost 22 years to build. It is an ivory-white marble monument where rests the mortals of Mughal Emperor Shahjahan (who built Taj Mahal) and his wife (Mumtaz). An interesting fact about this stunning edifice is that it turns pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden at night as the moonlight falls upon it. Watching sunset over this iconic monument, is truly a sight to behold.

Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.

Day 4 : Agra - Jaipur [260 Kms/Approx. 5-6 Hrs] Via Fatehpur Sikri

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Post breakfast and check out, drive to the beautiful city of Jaipur, also known as the Pink City of India. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned city of the Mughal Empire. The city boasts some of the magnificent monuments built during the Mughal Era, which include the Panch Mahal, Buland Darwaza and Dargah of Sheikh Salim Chisti. You have time to explore the corners of Fatehpur Sikri before continuing your way. Continue drive to Jaipur. Jaipur: Jaipur is a city known as the Pink City of India due to extensive use of pink sandstone in various buildings of the city. Its monuments showcase a myriad of architectural styles and its vibrant bazaars are famous for traditional handicrafts and jewellery. The ambiance of this city speaks volumes of the rich lifestyle of the Rajput Kings. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.

Day 5 : Jaipur Sightseeing

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, head for Jaipur sightseeing. Visit the Amer Fort dating back to 16th century that displays private halls, pavilions, former private chambers of the King and royal Rajput women. The reflection of this fort falling on the Maota Lake, is truly captivating. Enjoy an Elephant ride here. Explore the City Palace consisting of former private and public chambers, silver vessels, courtyards, gateways, private chambers of the King and lot more. Later, head to Jantar Mantar. It is an astronomical observatory that features the World’s largest Sundial - Samrat Yantra. Visit the Hawa Mahal - a five-storey palace built in 1799 during Rajput rule. It is popularly known for its intricately-designed 953 windows adorned with spectacular latticework. Later, afternoon is kept free to visit the famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and handicrafts. Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.

Day 6 : Jaipur - Varanasi [By Flight]

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, our company representative will drive you to the Jaipur Airport to board your flight to Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi, our company representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Day free at leisure. Varanasi: It is a city located on the banks of River Ganga that is the 2nd largest river of India. Fornerly known as Kashi and Benares, this city is around 3000 years old. It is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites of Hindus as it is considered to be the abode of Lord Shiva (God of Destruction). Every year, Hindu devotees visit this city to take a holy dip in the River Ganga that is said to wash away all the sins. Overnight stay at hotel in Varanasi.

Day 7 : Varanasi Sightseeing

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your Varanasi sightseeing tour begins with an early morning boat ride on the River Ganges. Enjoy soaking in the spectacular sunrise views and later, return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, head to Sarnath. It is the place dotted with various Buddhist pilgrimage sites of great significance. If you’re a devout follower of Buddha then you must visit this place. Later, visit the New 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 35 years to build this temple. 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”. Close to this temple is the Durga Temple (Monkey temple) dedicated to Goddess Durga (divine feminine energy). In the evening, witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. It is daily evening ceremony that has been practiced since thousands of years on the banks of River Ganges.

Overnight stay at hotel in Varanasi.

Day 8 : Varanasi Departure [By Flight]

Location: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport

Accommodation: No Accommodation

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at hotel. After some relaxation, our company representative will escort you to the Airport to board your flight back home.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    3 Star Hotels

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Meals – Breakfast Only

  • 1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day

  • Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi.

  • Elephant Ride to Amber Fort, Jaipur.

  • Boat Ride on River Ganges, Varanasi.

  • English Speaking Local Guide during sightseeing in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Varanasi.

  • All interstate taxes, permits, toll taxes and fuel charges etc.

  • Driver’s allowances and all other expenses related to the car.

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What's Not Included

  • Country Entry Visas

  • Entrance Fees

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • Any Air Fare.

  • Medical and insurance of any kind.

  • Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay/cancellation/hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities

  • Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone Calls, Laundry, Soft / Hard Drinks, Meals, Tipping etc.

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  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    No

  • What is the maximum group size?

    15

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Yes

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    3 Star Hotels

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    If you are willing to travel in a group, then yes we may accommodate passengers from another country.

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Yes, if you are an International Traveller.

  • Can I make any amendments to the itinerary?

    Yes, if you are taking a private trip with us then definitely you can make any amendments to the Itinerary.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes we need to check the availability first.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You need to inform whenever it is decided, we allow one time free date change applicable at least 30 days prior.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    35

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes, the Hotels will conduct thermal screening of guests, baggage screening, maintaining kitchen hygiene, smooth check-in and check-out process along with daily cleaning of rooms.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    In the wake of the ensuing COVID crisis, we have re-invented our hygiene protocols and have taken concrete steps along with training our guides, drivers, representatives and other staff at our destinations’ offices. So, we are fully prepared for your safe travel.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Tour Itinerary, Emergency Contact Numbers, Confirmation Status of the Tour.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Yes, you can travel solo. We ensure to take care of the safety of all travellers.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Alessandra Dorante  

Wonderful India Journey

01-Mar-2020

We were a group of 16 people and we've had a wonderful journey through Delhi-Agra-Varanasi-Coimbatore. The GeTS Holidays team have taken care of every detail to make this a memorable journey. I highly recommend their services.

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GOLDEN TRIANGLE WITH TEMPLE TOUR IN VARANASI

8 Days Starting in Delhi, India and ending in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Visiting: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Varanasi

Tour operator:

GeTS Holidays

Tour code:

GTTV

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

1-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Budget

Activities:

Shopping, Sightseeing

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NB: Prices correct on 01-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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