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7-Day Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi and Ganges Experience

7 Days Round trip from New Delhi Easy pace
Humayun's Tomb
Red Fort
Jama Masjid
Qutub Minar
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise for a memorable experience
  • 02 Discover the architectural grandeur of Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri
  • 03 Experience royal heritage at Amber Fort, City Palace, and Hawa Mahal in Jaipur
  • 04 Observe ancient astronomical instruments at Jantar Mantar
  • 05 Witness the sacred Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat in Varanasi
  • 06 Enjoy a serene sunrise boat ride on the River Ganges

Discover the cultural and historical heart of India on this immersive 7-day Golden Triangle tour with Varanasi. Explore the highlights of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, including the Taj Mahal, Amber Fort, Qutub Minar, and Fatehpur Sikri, then continue to the spiritual city of Varanasi for a sacred Ganges boat ride, visits to ancient ghats, Sarnath, and the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony.

Depart early morning for a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi, Fatehpur Sikri, Sarnath
Languages English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Delhi and Hotel Check-in

  • Arrive at Delhi Airport or Railway Station.
  • Meet and greet by the representative.
  • Transfer to the hotel and complete check-in formalities.
  • Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
  • Optionally explore nearby local markets.

Overnight stay in Delhi.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Old and New Delhi Sightseeing

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Proceed for a full-day guided sightseeing tour of Delhi.
  • Explore Old Delhi, including Jama Masjid.
  • Stop for photographs at the Red Fort.
  • Experience Chandni Chowk with an optional rickshaw ride.
  • Continue to New Delhi and drive past India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan.
  • Visit Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar.
  • Return to the hotel in the evening.

Overnight stay in Delhi.

3
Day 03

Drive from Delhi to Agra via Yamuna Expressway

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway.
  • Arrive in Agra and check in to the hotel.
  • Visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Optionally visit Mehtab Bagh or explore local handicraft markets.
  • Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay in Agra.

4
Day 04

Sunrise Taj Mahal and Journey to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri

  • Depart early morning for a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal.
  • Return to the hotel for breakfast.
  • Drive to Jaipur, stopping en route at Fatehpur Sikri.
  • Explore the historic Mughal city and its monuments.
  • Continue the journey to Jaipur.
  • Arrive and check in to the hotel.
  • Evening at leisure.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

5
Day 05

Jaipur Heritage Sightseeing

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit Amber Fort with an optional jeep or elephant ride.
  • Explore the City Palace complex.
  • Visit Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Stop for photographs at Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds.
  • Spend the evening shopping or attend an optional cultural show.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

6
Day 06

Travel from Jaipur to Varanasi and Evening Ganga Aarti

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to the airport or railway station for onward travel to Varanasi.
  • Arrive in Varanasi and transfer to the hotel.
  • In the evening, visit Dashashwamedh Ghat.
  • Witness the sacred Ganga Aarti ceremony.
  • Return to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Varanasi.

7
Day 07

Sunrise Ganges Boat Ride, Sarnath Visit, and Departure

  • Depart early morning for a boat ride on the River Ganges.
  • Observe spiritual rituals and daily life along the ghats.
  • Return to the hotel for breakfast.
  • Visit Sarnath, the birthplace of Buddhist teachings.
  • Transfer to the airport or railway station for departure.
  • End of the tour with memorable experiences.
Taj Mahal at sunrise, Amber Fort, Dashashwamedh Ghat

Where this trip takes you

Taj Mahal at sunrise, Amber Fort, Dashashwamedh Ghat

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from New Delhi 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional tour guide
  • Private AC car for the entire activity
  • Mineral water bottle
  • 3-star hotel accommodation
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • All toll taxes and parking
  • Entry tickets
  • Lunch

What's Not Included

  • Any personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Tour start
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in New Delhi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room ₹59,000.00 — ₹90,000.00
Double Sharing ₹59,000.00 — ₹86,000.00

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