9-Day Golden Triangle and Varanasi Tour from Delhi

• Arrive at the Delhi Airport and meet with the tour guide. 
• Travel to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

• Have an early morning breakfast and begin the Delhi city tour. 
• Visit the 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, and that is where it gets its name from. The Red Fort has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007.
• 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.
• Look at the India Gate, a war memorial near the Rajpath. It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the war. 
• 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. 
• 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. 
• Pay your respects at Jama Masjid, One of the largest mosques in the country. Jama Masjid is made up of red sandstone and marble, and it was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people daily.
• 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 she chose.
• 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 area is closed. It is one of the biggest wholesale markets in India.
• Travel back to the hotel and overnight stay there.

• Take a 6-hour drive to Jaipur from Delhi.
• After checking into the hotel, visit the Hawa Mahal, also known as The Palace of Winds, made with red and pink sandstone, which distinguishes it from the surroundings. The palace is a five-storey pyramidal-shaped monument built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799.
• Shop at the Johari Bazaar, a shopper's paradise and a must-visit in Jaipur. This market of exquisite jewellery and artefacts can immerse shoppers in its glittering glory. It is considered to be one of the oldest markets in Jaipur City.
• Travel back to the hotel and stay the night in Jaipur.

• Have breakfast, Then begin with the Jaipur city tour. 
• Visit Amer 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 in front of the monument acts as a water source for the fort.
• Spend time at the City Palace and learn about its history. It was originally the administrative and ceremonial seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur, which was constructed in 1721. It was also the location of religious and cultural events at that time. It now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum and continues to be the home of the Jaipur royal family.
• 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.
• Travel to the Jal Mahal, a floating palace 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.

Overnight stay at Jaipur Hotel.

• Take a 6-hour drive to Agra from Jaipur.
• 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.
• Halt for sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, a small city in northern India founded by a 16th-century Mughal emperor. Red sandstone buildings cluster in 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.
• Later Check in at Agra Hotel. The rest of the time is free for leisure or visiting the market.

• 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 world's seven wonders and is a magnificent sight for the eyes!
• 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 colonial rule, the Marathas were the last Indian rulers to have occupied the fort.
• In the evening, visit the old Agra market by yourself. 

Overnight stay at Agra Hotel.

• 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 the evening time, you are free for leisure or walking in Varanasi Ghat.

• Have an early morning breakfast and take a boat ride on the River Ganges. 
• Enjoy soaking in the spectacular sunrise, then return to the hotel for breakfast.
• Go head to Sarnath, the place where Buddha gave his first sermon. 
• 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.
• Go head to the Tulsi Manas Temple, built by the royal family of Banaras in 1964. It is believed to be where the legendary poet Tulsidas wrote the great Indian epic “Ramcharitramanas”. 
• Manikarnika Ghat is one of Varanasi’s oldest ghats, and according to Hinduism’s holy scriptures, it has the highst status among all ghats, It is thought that if a person is cremated here, He will achieve moksha right away (salvation).The Scindia Ghat and the Dashashwamedh Ghat encircle it on both sides. The Manikarnika Ghat, Like all the other ghats in Varanasi, is surrounded by a fascinating mythical story that also explains how it got its name.
• Check out the Durga Temple dedicated to Goddess Durga (divine feminine energy). 
• In the evening, witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. It is a daily evening ceremony practised for thousands of years on the banks of the River Ganges.
• Travel back to your hotel for an overnight stay in Varanasi.

• After breakfast, you will be dropped off at Varanasi Airport, marking the end of this tour.