The all-time favorite Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi and Khajuraho combining Old Delhi, the pink city of Jaipur, the elegant Taj Mahal, Varanasi: the world’s most ancient living city and Khajuraho: a world heritage site.
Read LessHighlights of Golden Triangle with Varanasi and Khajuraho Tour Package
Arrive Delhi in the night and our representative will meet and greet you at the airport and will be transferred to Delhi hotel for an overnight stay.
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before embarking on a comprehensive full-day exploration of Delhi's captivating sights of Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, Humayun Tomb and Lotus Temple. Also drive past India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan and other parts of Central Delhi.
In the afternoon visit one of the largest modern Hindus temples of Delhi called Akshardham Temple. Stay overnight at Delhi hotel.
Today after breakfast transfer to IGI Airport to board your flight for Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi airport, you will be received and will be transferred to your hotel to relax and refresh yourself.
Varanasi is the world's most ancient living city. Sunrise on the riverfront, as seen from a boat, can be spiritually uplifting sight. Crowded with temples, and its labyrinth of streets, the city attracts the maximum number of tourists. The religious capital of Hinduism, Varanasi is the carpet manufacturing place of India. It was previously known as Kashi - the city that illuminates.
Later in the afternoon proceed to take a half day-guided tour of Varanasi including the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Gyanvapi Mosque, Benaras Hindu University and other important monuments.
In the evening witness aarti at the Ghat. Stay overnight at Varanasi.
Very early morning drive to Daswamedh Ghat and take a boat ride on the sacred river Ganges to see the cremation Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most important religions. (To start at 0500 hrs. for the best lifetime experience) For you to appreciate this remarkable city, we'll transfer you to the banks of the river Ganges before the sun rises. Aboard a boat with your guide and proceed to the middle of the river, where at sunrise the sight unfolds before you. Thousands of faithful come daily to the banks to bathe and pray while in the background, temples and palaces rise in tiers from the water's edge. Return for a walk through the cobblestone streets along the banks of "Ganga". As shops are opening, the place now becomes a beehive of activity as the faithful are coming and going. Return to hotel for a sumptuous breakfast and rest of the day free.
Later in the day visit Sarnath - 5 miles out of Varanasi for a day excursion: One of the holiest Buddhist sites in the world, where Buddha preached his first Sermon in 590 BC. Witness the ruins of a once flourishing Buddhist monastery and then visit a fine Museum which houses an excellent collection of Buddhist art and sculptures found at the site. Stay overnight at Varanasi hotel.
Today checked out from the hotel and proceed to airport to board a flight to Khajuraho. Reach Khajuraho and you will be transferred to your hotel. Afternoon free to relax and in the evening attend Sound & Light Show. Stay overnight at Khajuraho hotel.
Today after breakfast explore the Western and Eastern temples of Khajuraho while your guide explains the intricate meaning and legends behind each describable sculpture. Stay overnight at Khajuraho hotel.
The legendary temples of Khajuraho are an incomparable experience. It’s a world heritage site. Acknowledged as one of the world’s artistic wonders, these temples dedicated to the Hindu pantheon of Gods are covered in carvings that are a paean to life and love. Built within a short span of a hundred years by the Chandela Rajputs, the 10th century temples lay forgotten until they were discovered in the present century. Khajuraho has achieved fame for the sensual appeal of its erotic sculptures.
Stay overnight at Khajuraho hotel.
In the morning after breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Orchha. In Orchha see the historical site with magnificent temples and monuments. Some of the palaces were decorated with painted murals which represent the finest flowering of the Bundela school of painting. Later proceed further to board a train to Agra. Reach Agra and check into your hotel. Stay overnight at Agra hotel.
In the morning at sunrise take a guided tour of the Taj Mahal, a symbol of love. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Visit Red Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience.
Later in the day drive to Jaipur in-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Inside the sprawling complex of Fatehpur Sikri see the Jama Masjid, The Buland Darwaza and other Palaces. Drive further and reach Jaipur in the evening. Check into your hotel and relax. Stay overnight at Jaipur hotel.
In the morning after breakfast proceed for a full day sightseeing of Jaipur which includes Amer Fort, Sheesh Mahal, Jal Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, Jantar Mantar observatory, Hawa Mahal, City Palace and its museum. Elephant ride to the Amer Fort is optional.
In the evening visit to Chokhi Dhani, an ethnic village resort to enjoy Rajasthani folk culture Stay overnight at Jaipur hotel.
In the morning after breakfast drive to Delhi by car to board a flight for destination.