golden triangle varanasi escape

Arrive at Delhi airport or railway station. Meet our representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Begin your exploration of India’s capital with visits to Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, and the grand Jama Masjid. Drive past Red Fort and the bustling streets of Chandni Chowk.

Continue sightseeing with the majestic India Gate, Parliament House, and President’s House (drive past). Visit the Qutub Minar – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the tallest minarets in India, and the serene Lotus Temple. Overnight stay in Delhi.

After breakfast, check out and drive to the Pink City – Jaipur (Approx. 280 km / 6 hrs). On arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. Later in the evening, explore local markets known for handicrafts, gems, textiles, and traditional Rajasthani attire. Optionally, visit the Birla Mandir built with white marble.

Jaipur’s vibrant culture and royal charm make it a perfect introduction to Rajasthan. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Start your day with a visit to the historic Amber Fort, where you can enjoy an elephant ride or jeep ride to ascend the hilltop fortress. Stop for photos at the beautiful Jal Mahal (Water Palace).

In the afternoon, visit the grand City Palace, which reflects a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, and the scientific marvel Jantar Mantar. Also admire the façade of the iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Evening is free for shopping or optional visit to Chokhi Dhani for a traditional Rajasthani dinner experience. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

After breakfast, drive to Agra. En route, stop at the historic town of Fatehpur Sikri (Approx. 240 km / 5 hrs), a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former capital of Emperor Akbar. Visit Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal and other fascinating structures.

Continue your drive to Agra and check in at your hotel. In the evening, visit Mehtab Bagh for a serene sunset view of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River. Overnight stay in Agra.

Wake up early to witness the ethereal beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise – a true wonder of the world. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later, explore Agra Fort, a massive red sandstone structure that served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors.

Also visit Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, often called the ‘Baby Taj’. In the evening, transfer to the railway station for an overnight train to Varanasi. Optional: Replace with flight transfer on request.

Arrive at Varanasi airport or railway station and transfer to your hotel. Check in and relax, then later in the afternoon, head to the sacred Ganges for a serene boat ride to explore the ghats of Varanasi, culminating in the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat – a divine spectacle of light, chants, and spiritual energy.

Varanasi holds a sacred place in Hinduism, believed to be where the eternal flame of life (Jyoti) burns. Near Dashashwamedh Ghat stands the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, home to one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The ghat is revered as a powerful spiritual junction between the divine and the earthly. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Begin your day early with temple visits including Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Annapurna Mandir, and Kaal Bhairav Mandir. Continue the spiritual journey with visits to Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir, Durga Mandir, Tulsi Manas Mandir, and Banaras Hindu University (BHU).

Return to the hotel for breakfast. Afterward, head to Sarnath, the sacred place where Gautam Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. In Sarnath, explore the Sarnath Museum which houses India’s National Emblem, originally from the Ashoka Pillar. Visit the ancient Buddhist ruins and Stupas, and the Mahabodhi Society Temple. Later, transfer to airport / railway station for onward journey.