Luxury North India with Varanasi

Luxury North India with Varanasi

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Tour Overview

This 20-day tour offers an immersive journey through North India, blending history, culture, and nature. Starting in New Delhi, you'll explore the capital's vibrant attractions before flying to Lucknow, known for its Mughal architecture and rich heritage. From there, visit Ayodhya, the revered city of Lord Ram, followed by a journey to Varanasi, the spiritual heart of India. After flying to Jaipur, explore its regal forts and palaces, then head to Ranthambore for thrilling wildlife safaris. The tour continues with visits to Bundi, Chittorgarh, and Udaipur, where you'll discover stunning lakes and palaces. In Pushkar, immerse yourself in its spiritual charm before visiting Ajmer’s Dargah Sharif. The journey concludes with stops in Bikaner and Mandawa, showcasing Rajasthan's desert beauty and havelis. Finally, return to New Delhi for departure, completing a trip filled with unforgettable experiences. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • • Explore both Old and New Delhi with a guided city tour.

  • • Visit significant sites such as Humayun's Tomb, Red Fort, and Raj Ghat, the site of Gandhi's crematorium.

  • • Enjoy a rickshaw ride through the vibrant backstreets of Delhi.

  • • Discover some of the most sacred Hindu temples in Ayodhya.

  • • Learn about the devotion to the gods in Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world.

  • • Take a sunrise boat ride along the Ganges River and explore its many temples in Varanasi.

  • • Visit the Pink City of Rajasthan, including the majestic Amber Fort and the regal City Palace, with the option of an elephant or jeep ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur.

  • • Enjoy game drives in search of the elusive Bengal tiger and exotic Indian wildlife in Ranthambore.

  • • Experience the serene Lake Pichola and the splendid City Palace in Udaipur.

  • • Explore the sacred lakeside town of Pushkar, home to Pushkar Lake and the revered Brahma Temple.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival in New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Grand

Meals Included: Breakfast

Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our UncleSam Holidays representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Grand

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit the Qutub Minar, drive past the Lotus Temple, and visit Humayun’s Tomb. Then, drive past the Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at a local city restaurant, continue your Old Delhi sightseeing tour, visiting Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, and driving past the Red Fort. End the tour with a short rickshaw ride at the Chandni Chowk spice market.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : New Delhi - Lucknow (By Flight)

Location: Lucknow

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Clarks Avadh

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi airport for your flight to Lucknow. Upon arrival, our representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, enjoy a heritage and cultural walk, visiting Bara Imambara and Chhota Imambara, both of which are significant historical monuments. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Lucknow - Ayodhya (140 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Location: Ayodhya

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Krinoscco

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed on a guided tour of Lucknow, a city with fine examples of Indo-Islamic and colonial-era architecture. Visit sites like Dilkusha Garden, Shah Najaf, Ram Krishna Math, Moti Mahal, La Martiniere, and Chattra Manzil. After finishing your sightseeing tour of Lucknow, continue your drive to Ayodhya. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : At Ayodhya

Location: Ayodhya

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Krinoscco

Meals Included: Breakfast, Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Ayodhya. Visit Hanuman Garhi, Ram Katha Park, Ram Janmabhoomi, Shri Nageshwarnath Temple, Mani Parvat Temple, Tulsi Smarak, Kanak Bhawan, and Naya Ghat. Take a holy dip in the sacred Saryu River at Guptar Ghat. After your guided tour, the rest of the day is free for shopping or to return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Ayodhya - Sarnath - Varanasi (220 Kms / 5.30 Hrs)

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Radisson

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Varanasi, en route visiting Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site. Explore the Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological Museum, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Tibetan Buddhist Monastery. After your guided tour of Sarnath, continue your drive to Varanasi. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : At Varanasi

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Radisson

Meals Included: Breakfast

Start early with a boat ride on the River Ganges, followed by breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for a guided tour of Varanasi, visiting the famous Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath Temple, and Sankat Mochan Temple. Also visit Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University, and Birla Mandir. In the evening, experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony at the banks of the Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : Varanasi - Jaipur (By Flight)

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Brij Nest

Meals Included: Breakfast, Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Varanasi airport for your flight to Jaipur. Upon arrival, our representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : At Jaipur

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Brij Nest

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort, with an optional elephant or jeep ride (optional tour to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort if time permits). Also visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and drive past Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). End the day with a visit to Birla Temple. After the tour, enjoy some free time for shopping or relax at your hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Jaipur - Ranthambore (160 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Location: Ranthambore National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Juna Mahal

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Ranthambore National Park. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. In the afternoon, enjoy a jungle safari in Ranthambore National Park. Capture amazing wildlife pictures during the safari. Return to your hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : At Ranthambore

Location: Ranthambore National Park

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Juna Mahal

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner

Early morning, before breakfast, embark on a game drive in Ranthambore National Park, which is home to Bengal tigers, leopards, and marsh crocodiles. After the safari, return to your hotel for breakfast and leisure activities. In the afternoon, proceed for another safari in the park. Return to the hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Ranthambore - Bundi (130 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Location: Bundi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hadoti Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Bundi. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, proceed for a guided tour of Bundi. Visit Taragarh Fort, Bundi Palace, Sukh Mahal, Garh Palace, Nawal Sagar Lake, Raniji ki Baori (Stepwell), Phool Sagar, and the 84-pillared cenotaph near Taragarh Fort and Bundi Palace. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13 : Bundi - Chittorgarh - Udaipur (265 Kms / 5.30 Hrs)

Location: Udaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Lalit

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Udaipur, known as the “City of Lakes,” via an en-route visit to Chittorgarh Fort, the largest fort in India and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the Rana Kumbha Palace, Kumbha Shyam Temple, Victory Tower, Padmini Palace, and other monuments within the fort. After finishing the visit, continue your drive to Udaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 14 : At Udaipur

Location: Udaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Lalit

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Udaipur. Visit City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli, Fateh Sagar Lake, Jagdish Temple, Udaipur Ropeway, the Vintage Car Museum, and Saheliyon ki Bari. After the tour, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola and a traditional Rajasthani folk dance and music show at Bagore ki Haveli in the evening.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 15 : Udaipur - Pushkar (325 Kms / 6.30 Hrs)

Location: Pushkar

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ananta Spa & resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Pushkar, known as the “Rose Garden of Rajasthan.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay.
The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 16 : Pushkar - Ajmer - Pushkar (15 Kms / 45 Mins)

Location: Pushkar

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ananta Spa & resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a half-day guided tour of Pushkar. Visit Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple, Mahadev Temple, Varah Temple, Ramavaikunth Temple, Rangji Temple, and the Apteshwar Temple. Afterward, visit the Ajmer Dargah Sharif, the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, and Adhai-Din-Ka Jhonpra mosque. After your visit to Ajmer, return to Pushkar for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 17 : Pushkar - Bikaner (250 Kms / 5.30 Hrs)

Location: Bikaner

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Narendra Bhawan

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Bikaner, also known as the “Camel Country.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, proceed for a half-day guided tour of Bikaner. Visit Lalgarh Palace, Junagarh Fort, and Bhandasar Jain Temple. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 18 : Bikaner - Mandawa (210 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Location: Mandawa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Castle Mandawa

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Mandawa. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, proceed for a guided tour of Mandawa, visiting various havelis and palaces.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 19 : Mandawa - New Delhi (240 Kms / 5.30 Hrs)

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Grand

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to New Delhi, en route visiting the Rail Museum at Rewari, where you can enjoy tea/coffee and snacks. Upon arrival in New Delhi, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 20 : Departure from New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi airport for your flight to your next destination or home.

What's Included

  • • 19 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.

  • • Assistance during arrival and departure by UncleSam Holidays.

  • • Dining Inclusions

    19 Breakfast & 2 Dinner at Hotel

  • • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.

  • • Flights form New Delhi to Lucknow

  • • Flights form Varanasi to Jaipur

  • • English speaking guide at New Delhi, Lucknow, Ayodhya, Sarnath, Varanasi, Jaipur, Bundi, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Pushkar, Bikaner and Mandawa.

    (Other languages guides are available on additional charges)

  • • Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.

  • • Visit to the most famous Buddhist sites at Sarnath.

  • • Boat Cruise and Evening aarti in Varanasi.

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What's Not Included

  • • Visas Fee (if applicable)

  • • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)

  • • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature

  • • International flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Mode of Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :

Passenger Vehicle type
• 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar
• 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar
• 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar
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Accommodation

Accommodation at 5/4 Star hotels.

Check out our Q&As

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Easy

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    100% Departure if there is single traveller.

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    Yes

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    INR is local currency.

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

    Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey. Its only suggestion from team Unclesam Holidays.

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Only for foreign national traveller.

  • What is the tipping policy?

    Tips always optional.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Yes

  • What is the maximum group size?

    10

  • How many people will be on my trip?

    UncleSam Holidays provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    UncleSam Holidays is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, UncleSam Holidays work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe

  • What are the coaches like?

    We pride ourselves on having the finest fleet of fuel-efficient, fully air-conditioned coaches – all with reclining seats and on-board restrooms. The high vantage point from your coach’s window means you can take in all the glorious scenery, whether it’s a vast rural landscape or an urban city center.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.

  • How much luggage can I bring?

    You can bring one suitcase per person and weight not exceeding 23 kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and does not have telescopic handles.

  • Are the travel guides experience?

    Our Travel Guides come from a variety of backgrounds but they all share a passion for travel. These experienced professionals show you what the guidebooks can’t – a true insider’s perspective of each destination. Each Travel Guide have at least five years’ experience under their belt.

  • What if I have special dietary requirements?

    We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.

  • Will I need a visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks prior to your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.

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Great trip to India

12-Nov-2024

Highly recommended to everybody for holiday packages in India. I really appreciate them for their management everything was well managed on every tour and will keep travelling with them in future also.

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02-Oct-2024

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  • Low Deposit

    UncleSam Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of unclesam holidays charges.

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Luxury North India with Varanasi

20 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi, Delhi, India

Visiting: New Delhi, Lucknow, Ayodhya, Varanasi, Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park, Bundi, Udaipur, Pushkar, Bikaner, Mandawa ...more ...less

Tour operator:

UncleSam Holidays

Tour code:

LXNIV20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low, Easy

Age range:

1-85

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours, Luxury

Activities:

Sightseeing

Private Available:

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From: $28547 $9991 (USD) Operator discount: -$18556 -65%

NB: Prices correct on 01-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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