India · Religious & Spiritual

12-Day Golden Triangle, Varanasi and Khajuraho Tour from Delhi

12 Days Round trip from New Delhi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Delhi's iconic Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, and India Gate
  • 02 Witness the majestic Taj Mahal at sunrise and visit Agra Fort
  • 03 Visit Jaipur's City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, and Amber Fort
  • 04 Discover Fatehpur Sikri, the historic "Ghost City"
  • 05 Attend the sacred Ganga Aarti on the ghats of Varanasi
  • 06 Enjoy a boat cruise along the banks of the River Ganges
  • 07 Visit Sarnath, one of the major Buddhism centres in India
  • 08 See Orchha's Jahangir Mahal and Raja Mahal

Embark on a fantastic 12-day tour through the Golden Triangle cities of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, along with Varanasi, Orchha, and Khajuraho. Explore iconic landmarks such as Jama Masjid in Delhi, the Taj Mahal in Agra, and Hawa Mahal and Amber Fort in Jaipur, while also visiting the Laxmi Narayan Temple in Orchha and the Brahma, Javari, and Vamana temples in Khajuraho. In Varanasi, attend the holy Ganga Aarti, visit important temples, and enjoy a boat cruise on the River Ganges. This journey blends culture, spirituality, history, and heritage across some of India's most celebrated destinations.

In Varanasi, attend the holy Ganga Aarti, visit important temples, and enjoy a boat cruise on the River Ganges.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi, Jhansi, Khajuraho, Orchha, Fatehpur Sikri, Sarnath
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Delhi and Local Market Exploration

  • On your arrival at Delhi airport, an executive will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.

  • After relaxing for some time, get set to explore the local markets and malls of the country's capital city.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Delhi Sightseeing and Drive to Jaipur

  • Wake up early in the morning and start your day with a healthy breakfast.

  • Then get set for a visit to the famous tourist spots of Delhi, such as India Gate, Parliament House, President House, Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, Rajpath, and Lotus Temple.

  • Enjoy some great shopping at Chandni Chowk.

  • In the evening, enjoy an enthralling drive to the beautiful Pink City of Rajasthan, Jaipur, with your India tour guide.

  • Upon arrival in Jaipur, check into the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Jaipur Heritage Tour and Chokhi Dhani Visit

  • Start your day with a healthy breakfast and head towards City Palace, Palace of Winds, Jai Singh's Observatory, Hawa Mahal, and the architectural wonder of Amber Fort.

  • After lunch, enjoy a visit to Chokhi Dhani followed by a great dinner.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

4
Day 04

Drive to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri

  • Have a healthy breakfast and enjoy an enthralling drive to the beautiful city of Agra via Fatehpur Sikri, the Ghost City.

  • Upon arrival in Agra, check into the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Sunrise at the Taj Mahal and Agra Sightseeing

  • Before breakfast, your guide will escort you to the Taj Mahal to witness the sunrise. The symbol of love and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

  • Return to the hotel for breakfast, followed by visits to Agra Fort, Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj), and Mehtab Bagh.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

6
Day 06

Train to Jhansi and Explore Orchha

  • Enjoy a healthy breakfast, and then a cab will drop you at Agra railway station to board the train to Jhansi.

  • On arrival at Jhansi, a cab will pick you up for an enthralling drive to Orchha.

  • After reaching Orchha and checking into the hotel, visit Raja Mahal, Laxmi Narayan Temple, and Jahangir Mahal.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

7
Day 07

Drive from Orchha to Khajuraho

  • Have a healthy breakfast and get set for a drive to Khajuraho. This picturesque locale is one of the most popular and desirable tourist spots.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

8
Day 08

Khajuraho Temple Exploration

  • After breakfast, head to the Great Kandariya Mahadev Temple, built in honour of Lord Shiva. It is known for its erotic carvings and is also the tallest temple among them all.

  • Explore the three temples of Khajuraho called Brahma, Vamana, and Javari.

  • In the evening, visit the Jain Temples.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

9
Day 09

Fly from Khajuraho to Varanasi

  • Have breakfast, and a cab will drop you at the airport to board your flight to Varanasi.

  • On arrival, the chauffeur will transfer you to the hotel for an overnight stay.

10
Day 10

Varanasi Temples and Evening Aarti

  • Start the day with a healthy breakfast, and visit temples, Aurangzeb's Mosque, and Banaras Hindu University, one of the biggest universities in India.

  • In the evening, attend the aarti on the ghats.

  • Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

11
Day 11

Ganges Boat Cruise and Sarnath Excursion

  • Get ready for a boat cruise on the River Ganges.

  • After breakfast, enjoy an excursion to Sarnath, one of the major Buddhism centres in India.

  • Return to the hotel for a night stay in Varanasi.

12
Day 12

Departure from Varanasi to Delhi

  • Have breakfast, and then a cab will drop you at the airport to board your flight to Delhi for your journey back home.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from New Delhi 9 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Luxury transport

  • English-speaking Indian tour guide at all destinations

  • Camel ride in Jaipur

  • One bottle of soft drink and mineral water daily

  • All taxes

  • Comfortable hotels at all destinations

  • Breakfast

  • All flight and train expenses

  • In Agra, a complimentary Indian dinner at home

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses such as photography, alcohol, lunch, and dinner

  • Tips for the Indian guide and driver

Know before you go

  • This is an enjoyable luxury tour specially designed for foreigners who come to India. It is an opportunity to learn about Indian culture and history.

  • Enjoy a memorable vacation with the fragrance of culture, spirituality, and luxury. This journey takes you from the capital city of Delhi to Varanasi, the land of Kashi Vishwanath and the River Ganges.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Indira Gandhi International T3 Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Tour start
New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in New Delhi.

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