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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through India's Golden Triangle, enhanced with visits to Pushkar and Varanasi, starting from Delhi. This tour offers an immersive introduction to India's rich culture, history, and religious heritage. Explore the sacred city of Pushkar, renowned for its Brahma Temple, and the spiritual heart of Varanasi, where you can witness the mesmerizing rituals along the Ganges River. Discover the architectural marvels of Jaipur's Pink City and the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, overnight train journeys, and guided tours, making this an unforgettable adventure through some of India's most iconic destinations. ...more ...less
Highlights
Enjoy the 10 Days tour of Golden Triangle with Pushkar and Varanasi from Delhi, a perfect introduction to Indian culture, history, and religion.
Visit the ancient cities of Pushkar and Varanasi.
Explore Pushkar, often called tirtha-raj, the king of pilgrim sites.
In Varanasi, see the famous Ganges River, wander the narrow alleys and lively markets, and witness riverbank rituals.
Visit the Agra Taj Mahal and Jaipur Pink City.
Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites and beautiful ancient monuments in four cities.
Enjoy a walking tour of Old Delhi.
Itinerary
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Delhi-Arrival. Up on Arrival at Delhi airport. you will be meet and great by our representative and Transfer to Delhi Hotel. At Arrival Check inn and stay Night in Hotel.
Day 2
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Delhi- Pushkar.Morning after Early breakfast check out from Hotel and proceed for Pushkar.
Location: Pushkar
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning after Early breakfast check out from Hotel and proceed for Pushkar. Arrive Pushkar & check-in at hotel. Later explore Pushkar. Pushkar boasts temples, though few are as ancient as you might expect at such an important pilgrimage site.The most famous is the Brahma Temple, said to be one of the few temples in the world dedicated to this deity. It's marked by red spire, and over the entrance gateway is the hans, or goose symbol, of Brahma, who is said to have personally chosen Pushkar as its site. Night stay in Pushkar.
Day 3
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Pushkar-Jaipur.Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City Jaipur,
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City Jaipur, was the stronghold of a clan of rulers whose three hill forts and series of palaces in the city are important attractions. Known as the Pink City because of the colour of the stone used exclusively in the walled city, Jaipur's bazaars sell embroidered leather shoes, blue pottery, tie and dye scarves and other exotic wares. Western Rajasthan itself forms a convenient circuit, in the heart of the Thar desert that has shaped its history, lifestyles and architecture. On arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure activities. Overnight at hotel .Night Stay in Jaipur Hotel.
Day 4
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Jaipur-Sightseeing: Today Morning after breakfast you have full day Sightseeing
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today Morning after breakfast you will have a full day City tour of Jaipur.Visit the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mounslow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honored fashion. The Fort, afternoon tour of the City - "The Pink City" is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace,Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 5
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Jaipur to Agra Enroute Fatehpur sikiri.
Location: Agra
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning leave for Agra, enroute visiting the ghost city “Fatehpur Sikri”, made up with red sandstone it is a veritable fairy story city and its "ruins" are in perfect shape till date. The abandoned city constructed as real legend city it had served as the capital to the Mughal emperor Akbar for a short period before it was shifted back to Agra due to scarcity of water. Upon arrival in Agra check into hotel for relaxation and wash & change – the city of famous for housing one of the Seven Wonders of the World - Taj Mahal. Today Agra placed as a monumental town covering few splendid structures in it. Even today Agra reflects its Mughal heritage clearly through various structures. By early evening visit the world famous love monument Taj Mahal, it is spiritual building attracting millions of tourists all around the year. This great this monument took twenty two years to build with approximately 20,000 workers. Also remember that imprinted figures.
Day 6
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Agra Sight Seen to Varanasi by Overnight Train.
Location: Agra
Accommodation Name: Overnight Train
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early Morning Visit to Taj Mahal Visit Simply Marvel at the spectacular Taj Mahal.After Seening Taj Mahal haed back to Hotel for Breakfast .Later Visit to Agra Fort Historic fort of the World,Diwan'i-Khas-Hall of Private Auidence,The Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb of Agra, Tomb of Akbar the Great,Chini Ka Rauza Sunset time Visit to Mehtab Garden have a Sunset of Tah Mahl again the beautiful time to see the Taj again .late you will drop at Agra Train station for Overnight train journey to Varanasi.
Day 7
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Varanasi-Arrival: Upon arrival at Varanasi , picked by driver and transfer to Hotel
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Upon arrival at Varanasi , picked by driver and transfer to Hotel, Check Inn and Refresh later towards Sarnath post lunch to get the glimpses of Buddhist monuments and edifices covering Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Sarnath Museum and Mulagadha Kuti Vihar.In the evening, witness the major attraction of Varanasi - The grand Aarti ceremony performed by several priests on the banks of River Ganges. You will get to hear the
Day 8
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Varanasi-Boat Ride and Departure-Delhi by Train:
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation Name: Overnight Train
Today you will go for a boat ride. Starting early in the morning you'll experience the life of this ancient city. See the beauty of the rising sun on the Ganges. Enjoy the boat ride, experience the early morning rituals of the Hindus being performed, thousands of people taking a bath in the holy river believing they will be free from the circle of rebirth. It is interesting to see the pilgrims offering sweets, flowers and holy water to the Sun God. Later that evening you will be transferred to the Varanasi Train Station to catch your overnight train to Delhi.
Day 9
:
Delhi-Arrival-Sightseeing.
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Upon Arrival At Delhi Station you will pickup and transfer to Hotel. Later you will have sightseeing tour of Delhi.Starts from Old Delhi .visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort- once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.after lunch you will go New Delhi sightseeing.Starts from Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue- Lotes temple, India Gate & birla temple.Stay night in Hotel.
Day 10
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Delhi-Old Delhi Walking Tour-Then Airport drop
Location: New Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early Morning enjoy the walking tour of Old Delhi. This unique tour takes you to a different part of the world, on a visit to a bazaar and the local culture of Delhi. Discover Chandni Chowk (Moonlight Square), without doubt the busiest market area in Delhi. It dates back to 1638, when Emperor Shahjahan shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi and his daughter Jahanara constructed a square, around which a busy market grew. During this walk, explore not just the bazaar, but also the cultural landscape of this area. Visit Paranthewali Galli (Lane of Parathas). Also visit Gurdwara Sees Ganj Sahib past Jama Masjid (one of the biggest mosques in Asia) before having Breakfast.Later return to Hotel for breakfast. After you will breakfast to Airport for your onward journey.
What's Included
Hotel Accommodation
7-Nights 3-Star Hotel accommodation on Double/Twin & Triple Sharing.
Train Journeys
2 Overnight Air condition Train Journeys with Sleeping Bed for Delhi-Varanasi-Delhi.
Transfers and Sightseeing
Arrival, Departure and Sightseeing with Boat Ride in Varanasi.
Delhi Tours
Arrival, Departure, Sightseeing & Walking tour in Delhi.
Private Vehicle
All Transfer Sightseeing by Private Vehicle air-Condition Vehicles.
Breakfast
Breakfast (7).
Taxes
All Applicable Taxes.
What's Not Included
Monument Entrance Fees
Entrance fees of the Monuments.
Food and Drinks
Food and drinks (lunch, dinner, snacks, wine, soft drinks, etc.).
Personal Expenses
Tips, Travel Insurance, and Personal Expenses.
Airfare
Any Air fare.
Unforeseen Expenses
Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, etc.
Requirements
Valid Passport
Please Note
Transportation is provide by 3 Different Vehicles Sedan ,Toyota Innova Suv Vehicle & Tempo Traveler.
Option 1: 3 and 4 Star Accommodation (All transfer Sightseeing for 1 to 3 Person in Sedan Vehicle, 4 to 6 Person by Toyota Innova and 6- 10 Person by Tempo Traveler)
Option 2: 5 Star Accommodation (All transfer Sightseeing for 1 to 2 Person in Sedan Vehicle, 3 to 5 Person by Toyota Innova and 6- 10 Person by Tempo Traveler)
Accommodation on Double/Twin sharing basis and Extra person will be provide with an extra bed in same room (Exp: 3 Person's in One Triple Sharing Room and 5 Person in 2 Double with 1 Extra Bed in Same Room)
All transfers & sightseeing by AC vehicles on sharing basis (except for the hilly drives)
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably with private air-conditioned vehicles for all transfers and sightseeing, including sedan, Toyota Innova, and Tempo Traveler options based on group size, along with overnight air-conditioned train journeys.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights in 3-star hotels with double, twin, and triple sharing options, along with 2 overnight air-conditioned train journeys with sleeping beds for Delhi-Varanasi-Delhi.
Check out our Q&As
What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights of 3-star hotel accommodation on a double, twin, or triple sharing basis.
What type of transportation is used during the tour?
All transfers and sightseeing are conducted using private air-conditioned vehicles. The type of vehicle depends on the group size: a sedan for 1-3 people, a Toyota Innova for 4-6 people, and a Tempo Traveler for 6-10 people.
Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast for 7 days. Other meals such as lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks are not included.
What activities are included in Varanasi?
In Varanasi, you will experience a boat ride on the Ganges River, witness the grand Aarti ceremony, and visit Sarnath to see Buddhist monuments and edifices.
What is the significance of Pushkar in the tour?
Pushkar is an important pilgrimage site in Hinduism, often called tirtha-raj, meaning the king of pilgrim sites. It is home to the famous Brahma Temple, one of the few temples in the world dedicated to this deity.
What are the main attractions in Jaipur?
In Jaipur, you will visit the Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), and the Jantar Mantar Observatory. The city is known for its pink-colored stone buildings and vibrant bazaars.
What can I expect during the overnight train journeys?
The tour includes two overnight air-conditioned train journeys with sleeping beds, one from Delhi to Varanasi and another from Varanasi back to Delhi.
What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive in Delhi, where you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay.
Are entrance fees to monuments included in the tour package?
No, entrance fees to monuments are not included in the tour package and will need to be paid separately.
What is the significance of the Taj Mahal visit in Agra?
The Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a monumental symbol of love, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
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Reviews from travellers on this tour
Mr.Horia
Very professional and customer oriented.
03-Mar-2024
Very good experience with the tour operator. Wani is very responisble, customer oriented and his replies to all our demands are very fast.
Very good english.
Very nice drivers and guides.
Absolutely no problems whatsoever.
Holiday Tours and Travels allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 7 days before the start of the tour.
Low Deposit
Holiday Tours and Travels requires a minimum deposit of
30%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of holiday tours and travels charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
10-Days Golden Triangle with Pushkar & Varanasi from Delhi.
10 Days Starting in Delhi, India and ending in New Delhi, India
Visiting:
Delhi, Pushkar, Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi, New Delhi
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