Khajuraho Varanasi Golden Triangle Tour

Duration:

10 Nights / 11 Days

Destination Covered:

Delhi-Jaipur-Agra-Jhansi-Orchha-Khajuraho-Varanasi

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
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  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
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Tour Description

Overview

North India's golden triangle is a tourist circuit which includes: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, it is one of most popular tour of India. A large number of tourists covers these three amazing cities. We are pleased to offer you the package Khajuraho Varanasi Golden Triangle Tour’  which will give you the chance to view the most beautiful Mughal architecture of India Taj Mahal, which is known as a symbol of love and affection, you will feel the metropolitan yet one of the historical and multicultural city Delhi, which is also the capital of India, along with that you will get an opportunity to explore the Pink city Jaipur, Rajasthan one of the most important historical city of India. Apart from these most important cities, you will also get a chance to visit Varanasi, which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and also known as Kashi or Banaras. It is situated on the bank of River Gnaga. The name of Varanasi is originated from two rivers, Varuna which is still flowing is Varanasi and Assi a small stream near Assi Ghat. During this package you witness the best of the culture of India. Apart from this you will also visit the Orchha combines the architectural beauty of a medieval town with the quiet charm of a village. Once the capital of Bundelas, the town is still infused with an air of romance and alluring temple of Khajuaho, Khajuraho is a famous tourist and archaeological site known for its sculptured temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Jain patriarchs.The duration of the tour is 10 nights and 11 days.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

After arrival at Delhi Airport, meet our representative, after welcome, proceed to your pre booked hotel. Check-in at the hotel. The rest day is free at leisure, you can explore the nearby places at your own. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed for city tour, including Old Delhi as well as New Delhi. The sightseeing covers the main attractions of Delhi such as Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate, The monument commemorates the Indian Solider was killed during the world for and Afghan war, the monument has names of the soldiers engraved on the walls of the monument who died in these wars,  Parliament House, Rashtrapati Bhavan and Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque. Visit the towering Qutab Minar, Purana Quila, Humayun's Tomb and Jantar Mantar observatory. Pay homage at Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi's memorial. In the evening enjoy the Sound & Light Show at Red Fort. Return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 3: Delhi-Jaipur(By Road-295kms)

In the morning, after breakfast, begin driving towards Jaipur. It is one of the most popular tourist destination of India. Behind its pink crenelated walls, you will find the original old city that’s dates back to the 18th century.

Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 4: Jaipur Sightseeing

Today after breakfast, proceed to visit main attractions of Jaipur including Hawa Mahal, The palace was designed for the royal women, so that they could see the festivals of the city without coming out of the palace. It was built of red and pink sandstone. You can get the best Rajasthani handcraft, clothing, souvenirs, jewelry etc nearby Hawa Mahal, do some sopping here.

City palace complex is located within the heart of Jaipur, which includes the Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal palaces and other buildings. It was built by Sawai Jai Singh II between 1729 and 1732 AD.  You may also visit Jantar Mantar Observatory this monument was built by Sawai Jai Singh, which is listed UNESCO World Heritage Site

Visit Jal Mahal, located at Man Sagar Lake, this fort was built in the 18th century and feels equally haunting and enchanting. Other spots to be visited are Amer Fort, About 11 kilometer north of the Jaipur city center Amber Fort Palace is located. It is the main attraction of Jaipur. Amber was the capital of the Kachhwaha Rajputs for 700 years.

After Jaipur sightseeing, return back to the hotel in the evening. Stay overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.

Day 5: Jaipur-Agra (By Road-240kms)

After breakfast begin your road journey towards Agra, En route visit the Fatehpur Sikri, it was built during the second half of 16th century by Mughal emperor in an homage to famous Sufi Saint Salim Chisti. Fatehpur Sikri is situated at 37 kms from Agra. Visit Jama Masjid, Buland Darwaza, and world’s largest gateway, the historical Palace of Jodha Bai, Birbal Bhavan and Panch Mahal. From here we continue driving to Agra. After reaching, get transferred to the hotel.  Check in to the hotel.The rest of the day is free. Overnight stay in the Hotel.

Day 6: Agra Sightseeing

After early breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of Agra, First visit The Taj Mahal, It is described as the most extortionate monument ever built for love. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan which was dedicated to his beautiful wife Arjumand Bano Begum popularly known as Mumtaz Mahal. It is the final resting place of the queen, splendidly created for her remembrance. The beauty of Taj Mahal not only brings joys in viewer’s eyes but also is a feast to senses.

Later, visit Agra Fort the Agra fort was built by Akbar between 1565 -1573. This fort is built alongside the banks of River Yamuna and stretches for a length of almost 2.5 km. The fort is made using splendid pieces of red sandstone and white marble and the inner area inlaid with various semi-precious stones.

After visiting the Agra fort, proceed for Itmad-ud-Daula's Tomb,Nur Jahan the wife of Jahangir built a tomb for her father Mirza Ghiyas-ud-din, who died in 1622. The tomb was called as Imad-Ud-Daula. The tomb is built entirely of white marble. As its unique architectural style and structure, the tomb also called “Baby Taj”.

After sightseeing, back to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 7: Agra-Jhansi-Orchha-Khajuraho

Today morning, after breakfast, you will get transferred to the railway station to catch a train for Jhansi. Once you arrive in Jhansi, dive to Orchha. Orchha combines the architectural beauty of a medival town with the quiet charm of a village. Once the capital of Bundelas, the town is still infused with an air of romance. Located on the banks of river Betwa offers you an opportunity to explore some of its beautiful attractions such as Jehangiri Mahal - constructed by Raja Bir Singh Deo, the Raj Mahal and the Laxmi Narayan temple, which is popular for its mural paintings.

After visiting Orchha, begin driving towards Khajuraho. Check-in at your hotel. Relax, have dinner and retire to your room for an overnight stay.

Day 8: Khajuraho-Varanasi(By Road-415kms)

Today, once you have your breakfast, you will leave to explore the world heritage site of Khajuraho temples divided into Eastern and Western group of temples that will include Laxmi & Varha temples Kandariya Mahadev, Devi Jagdamba temples and more.

These temples, built at the time of Chandela rulers have structures that glorify erotica. Later, get an on-time transfer to the airport to board a flight for Varanasi.

Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, meet our representative, after welcome, proceed to Hotel. Varanasi, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and also known as Kashi or Banaras. It is situated on the bank of River Gnaga. The name of Varanasi is originated from two rivers, Varuna which is still flowing is Varanasi and Assi a small stream near Assi Ghat.

Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 9: Varanasi Sightseeing

Today you will enjoy an early morning boat ride in the holy water of river Ganga. Have breakfast and proceed for an excursion to Sarnath, The most important and once of the holiest pilgrim place for Buddhist is located 13 kilometers north-east from Varanasi city centre on the confluence of Gomati Rivers and Ganga River.

The Sarnath Complex holds the remains of the Buddhist monasteries and Stupas which was inhabited from 3 BCE to 12 CE.

 In the afternoon city tour of Varanasi covering - Alamgir Mosque or Beni Madhav Ka Darera, Dasaswamedh Ghat and The Bharat Mata Temple.

Evening we will visit the Ganga Aarti. Overnight stay in the Hote

Day 10: Varanasi-Delhi(By Road-816kms)

In the morning, after breakfast, you will get an on-time transfer to the airport to board a flight to Delhi. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. The day is free for leisure activities.

Day 11: Delhi-Departure

Today is the last day when you will get on time transfer to the international airport to board the flight for onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tout Highlights

  1. Visit Jama masjid, & Qutub Minar during Delhi sightseeing.
  2. Enjoy an elephant ride during a guided tour to Amer fort in Jaipur.
  3. Enjoy cultural performance and an authentic dinner at Chokhi Dhani Village Resort, Jaipur.
  4. An early morning visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra.
  5. Visit to Jehangiri Mahal, Laxmi Narayan Temple and Raj Mahal in Orchha.
  6. Tour to Eastern & Western group of Khajuraho temples.
  7. Short trip to Sarnath, a Buddhist religious place, near Varanasi.
  8. Early morning boat ride in the holy water of river Ganga.
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