Golden Triangle with Khajuraho Varanasi

Duration : 9 Days / 8 Nights
Destination Covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi

Day 01 : Arrival in Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport/railway station, our Rajasthan Tour Planner tour representative would be escorting you to a pre-booked hotel. You would be spending the rest of the day at leisure. The metropolitan city of Delhi has so many world-class shopping malls and eating joints. Feel free to explore them in the evening. Besides, Delhi is also known for its vibrant street markets. If you wish, you can try mouth-watering, spicy street food at these markets.

Day 02 : Delhi Sightseeing
The capital city of India, Delhi had been a favorite of many dynasties and rulers in the past. Due to this, the heritage and culture of Delhi has influences of various ethnicities. One part is Old Delhi and the other half is New Delhi. Old Delhi is known for its architectural wonders that brilliantly depict the tales of its bygone era. On the other hand, the new face of Delhi has modern infrastructure that talks about the urban delights of the city.
As you would be done with the breakfast, head on for a city tour. In this, you would be visiting some of the most popular attractions of Old and New Delhi. Start with the visit to Raj Ghat and Jama Masjid. Situated on the banks of Yamuna River, Raj Ghat is the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. In the center of the complex, lies a black marble platform, which is the actual cremation sight. The complex has a vast expanse of greenery that includes trees planted by global personalities like Queen Elizabeth II and USA president Eisenhower. On the other hand, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India. The mosque was built by great Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Made up off red sandstone and marble, the mosque is an aesthetic example of Persian style of architecture. Post lunch, you would be visiting the other attractions of Delhi. It includes trip to Humayun's tomb (built during Mughal rule) and Qutub Minar (built during Sultanate rule). Both of these structures hold great significance in the architectural heritage of Delhi. Guests would also be driven past buildings that are the crux of Indian political system cum major tourist attractions. It includes the Parliament house, President's residence and Diplomatic enclaves.

Day 03 : Delhi - Jaipur
After having your breakfast, you will proceed to Jaipur. After reaching Jaipur, you will check into a hotel. This city is also known as Pink City. The city of Jaipur was founded by Jai Singh II in 1727. It was one of the most planned cities of the period. In the evening, visit the thriving local markets. You will get back to the hotel. Have your dinner and retire for the night.

Day 04 : Jaipur
You will have your breakfast early in the morning. Then, you will set out for a full day of Jaipur sightseeing tour . It is one of the most visited destinations of the Golden Triangle Tours India itinerary. You will visit the City Palace and Museum. Hawa Mahal is another attraction you will visit. It is 5-story building built for women royal household. You will also explore the attractions like Jantar Mantar, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort, etc. The most prominent attraction of Jaipur is the Amber Fort. It is one of the largest forts in India situated on hillock. It is represents a high point of Rajput architecture. Get back to the hotel. Have your hotel and retire for the night.

Day 05 : Jaipur - Agra
In the morning, you will have your breakfast and proceed for Agra. Enroute, you will visit Fatehpur Sikri - the abandoned capital of Mughals. Afterwards, visit the exquisitely beautiful Taj Mahal built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory in memory of his wife, Mumtaj Mahal. Visit the Agra Fort, another prominent attraction of Agra. Then visit the Itmad-ul-Daulah tomb built by Empress Noor Jahan in memory of her father. Afterwards, we visit the Emperor Akbar's tomb at Sikandra. Later proceed to Mathura and Vrindavan, both the places associated with the legend of Shri Krishna. Get back to your hotel. Have your dinner and retire for the day.

Day 06 : Agra – Jhansi - Khajuraho via Orchha
After having your breakfast in the morning, you will reach the railway station in time to catch the train Jhansi. On arrival in Jhansi, our representative will greet you at the railway station. Then, we visit the Jhansi Fort of the legendary Rani Lakshmi Bai. Proceed to Khajuraho situated at distance of 16 km from Jhansi via Orchha. Visit Orchha Fort, Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, etc. Continue your visit to Khajuraho. On reaching there, you check into your pre-booked hotel. You will stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 07 : Khajuraho-Varanasi
After having your breakfast, you will set out for a half-day sightseeing tour Khajuraho. It is one most exotic destination of the Golden Triangles Tours with Khajuraho and Varanasi . The magnificent temples of Khajuraho were built during 950 and 1050 AD by the brave kings of Chandela dynasty. The temples are famous for their explicit erotic engravings for depiction of various sexual postures from Kamasutra, the ancient Indian sex manual. Only 22 temples have survived out of the 85 temples originally built. It is fascinating that at Matangeshwara temple, there is unbroken tradition of offering prayers. There are two temple complexes: East and West. The western section represents the highest peak of Chandela art. You will reach the airport on time for your flight to Varanasi. It is one of the oldest cities of the world and spiritual capital of Hinduism. On reaching at Varanasi, you will be transferred to a pre-booked hotel by our representative. Afterwards, you will visit Sarnath, the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon after he got enlightened setting in motion the wheel of Dharma. It is just 12 km from Varanasi.

Day 08 : Varanasi-Delhi
You will wake up before dawn and proceed for the magical boat ride on the waters of the River Ganga. It is a great experience watching devotees performing rituals on the Ghats, the sound of mantras and countless lamps floating down the river. The rising crimson glory of the sun adds to the magical setting. Get back to the hotel for taking your breakfast. Explore attractions like Bharat Mata Temple, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Mandir, Benaras Hindu University, Kashi Vishwnath Temple and others. Afterwards, reach the railway station to board your train to Delhi. Overnight abroad the train.

Day 09 : Delhi - Departure
This brings the end of our wonderful tour. Post breakfast at the hotel, guests would be transferred to the International airport for their onward journey back home.