Rajasthan Tourism
Golden Triangle Tour with Ganges
11 Days
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If you are an adventure fan who is looking for a fun holiday in India, we have made the best itinerary that will introduce you to the core of India. This 10 night 11 daysGolden Triangle tour not only takes you to three of the most iconic tourist destinations, Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra, collectively called the Golden Triangle tour, but also on a spiritual discovery of the Ganges River in Varanasi and cultural exploration of authentic India in Lucknow.
This golden Triangle tour with the Ganges is your ticket to the world of historic India. Witness the glory of Rajputs in the forts and adorned palaces in Jaipur, come across the old and modern India simultaneously in Delhi, and see the example of monumental beauty at the Taj Mahal in Agra. You will also witness the cultural heritages in the city of Nawabs, Lucknow. But feel pleasured not yet, that you have witnessed the historic heritages in India, as there's more. In this very journey of India's Golden Triangle tourist circuit, we will also explore the spiritual center of India, Varanasi. Visit multiple ghats with their unique significance and experience the cycle of life unwinding in the narrow streets of Varanasi.
If visiting the Golden Triangle of India while also experiencing India's spiritual prominence is what you seek, this tour is for you.
Your adventure starts in Delhi, India's capital city, where the past and present picture of India blend perfectly. On arrival, our team will take you to your hotel. Relax and spend the evening in leisure or exploring the neighborhood. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Start your day with breakfast and explore Delhi's historical sites and architectural wonders afterwards. Begin your tour at Raj Ghat to honor Mahatma Gandhi and then proceed to Shanti Vana to pay respects to Jawaharlal Nehru. Soak the quaint atmosphere of one of India’s biggest mosque's impressive, Jama Masjid, head towards the residence of Mughal emperors in Delhi, the famous Red Fort, and drive through Chandni Chowk's busy and colorful old city streets.
During the afternoon explore Qutub Minar built in 1199 and Humayun's Tomb which showcases its architectural roots for the Taj Mahal. Take time to see both India Gate's war memorial and the contemporary Lakshminarayan Temple. End your tour by seeing the impressive President's residence and Parliament House.
Later, take a road trip to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Established by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1728, Jaipur is a city of terracotta-colored buildings. The city stands protected by hills and fortified walls while offering architectural marvels and active cultural life. After your arrival you will check into your hotel for the night.
Start your day by touring Jaipur's royal past at the hilltop Amer Fort from where you get a magnificent view of the entire city. Ride an elephant up the fort's walls to relive the royal times of Rajput kings.
Start your day by touring the City Palace which combines Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles. Explore the Jantar Mantar observatory which accurately tracks celestial bodies and the Hawa Mahal Palace of Winds which earlier let the royal women watch street life from its decorative facade. Before bedtime head to Birla Temple for a spiritual time and then return to your hotel for a good night's sleep.
Following breakfast, you will travel to Agra with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri which is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former Mughal capital. Emperor Akbar built this abandoned city as an architectural wonder featuring BulandDarwaza and the graceful Tomb of Salim Chishti.
Afterwards, continue to Agra, the famous city of Taj Mahal. Watch the Taj Mahal transform into a magical sight as the sun sets over the city. Shah Jahan built this ivory-white mausoleum to honor his wife Mumtaz making it the timeless monument of love. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Before your departure to Varanasi you can spend more time exploring Agra or relax at the hotel. The train’s steady rhythm will carry you into peaceful sleep as you travel to India’s spiritual center, Varanasi. Overnight on board.
You arrive in Varanasi, a city that serves as a hub for spiritual enlightenment and its famous ghats. Our team will pick you up and take you to your hotel where you can unwind before starting your journey. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Start your day with a peaceful boat tour on the Ganges River at sunrise to see the ageless rituals that pilgrims perform on the ghats. The first sunlight of day shines across the holy river to create a beautiful moment for everyone to see.
After breakfast, explore more of Varanasi on foot. Discover Varanasi's many temples and spiritual centers or experience the city's lively cultural heritage. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Following breakfast, you will depart Varanasi taking the train to Lucknow. Spend your night on the train as it takes you to Lucknow where nawabi traditions and royal charm await.
You arrive in Lucknow which showcases the cultural heritage and nawabi history of the city. Post hotel check-in head out to see the city's architectural wonders. Explore the grand Bara Imambara mosque alongside Jama Masjid and RoomiDarwaza's beautiful architecture. Take a walk through the Picture Gallery to see the impressive Residency and Dilkusha Palace. The combination of Lucknow's historic beauty and artistic energy will draw you in. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Start your day with breakfast then head to the railway station for an overnight train back to Delhi. Overnight on board.
After landing in Delhi, you will move to the international airport to continue your flight. Leave India with the memories of historical sites and the beauty of its cultural diversity.
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