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<h3>7 Day Golden Triangle Private Heritage and Varanasi Tour</h3><p>Visit some of North India’s astounding tourist sights, including the Golden Circuit, and Varanasi on this 7-day private tour. After two nights in Delhi, travel to Jaipur and see highlights such as the Amber Fort and Jal Mahal. Then, continue to Agra to visit the UNESCO-World Heritage Sites of Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal. Later you’ll fly to Varanasi where you’ll witness daily Hindu rituals along River Ganges. Plus, spend an overnight at a comfortable hotel in Ranthambore National Park from Delhi.</p><p><br></p><h3>Itinerary</h3><h3>Day 1: Arrival in Delhi</h3><ul><li>12:00 PM: Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi; meet your tour representative and transfer to a 3-star or heritage hotel (e.g., The Suryaa).</li><li>2:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant (at your expense, ~₹300-₹600).</li><li>3:00 PM: Visit Jama Masjid (45 min, ~1 km walking), Red Fort (1 hr, ~1-2 km walking), and enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk (30 min) with your guide.</li><li>6:30 PM: Return to the hotel and relax.</li><li>7:00 PM: Dinner (at your expense) and overnight stay in Delhi.</li></ul><h3>Day 2: Delhi to Jaipur</h3><ul><li>7:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel (included).</li><li>8:00 AM: Visit Qutub Minar (45 min, ~1 km walking), Humayun’s Tomb (1 hr, ~1-2 km walking), India Gate (30 min, ~0.5 km walking), and drive past Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhavan with your guide.</li><li>11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant (at your expense, ~₹300-₹600).</li><li>12:30 PM: Drive to Jaipur (~270 km, 5-6 hrs) via NH48 with a refreshment stop (at your expense).</li><li>6:30 PM: Check into a heritage hotel (e.g., Samode Haveli) and relax.</li><li>7:00 PM: Dinner (at your expense) and overnight stay in Jaipur.</li></ul><h3>Day 3: Jaipur Sightseeing</h3><ul><li>7:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel (included).</li><li>8:00 AM: Visit Amber Fort (1.5 hrs, ~1-2 km walking) with an elephant ride to the entrance, City Palace (1 hr, ~1 km walking), Jantar Mantar (45 min, ~0.5-1 km walking), and Hawa Mahal (30 min, ~0.5 km walking) with your guide.</li><li>1:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant (at your expense, ~₹300-₹600).</li><li>2:00 PM: Free time to shop at Johari Bazaar or Bapu Bazaar for handicrafts and textiles (no guide).</li><li>7:00 PM: Dinner (at your expense) and overnight stay in Jaipur.</li></ul><h3>Day 4: Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri</h3><ul><li>7:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel (included) and check out.</li><li>8:00 AM: Drive to Fatehpur Sikri (~200 km, 4 hrs), visit the Mughal city (1.5 hrs, ~1-2 km walking) with your guide.</li><li>1:30 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant (at your expense, ~₹300-₹500).</li><li>2:30 PM: Drive to Agra (~40 km, 1 hr).</li><li>4:00 PM: Check into a 3-star or heritage hotel (e.g., The Coral Court).</li><li>5:00 PM: Visit Mehtab Bagh (45 min, ~0.5 km walking) for Taj Mahal sunset views with your guide.</li><li>7:00 PM: Dinner (at your expense) and overnight stay in Agra.</li></ul><h3>Day 5: Agra to Varanasi</h3><ul><li>5:30 AM: Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal (2 hrs, ~2-3 km walking) with your guide.</li><li>8:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel (included).</li><li>9:00 AM: Visit Agra Fort (1 hr, ~1-2 km walking) and Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb (45 min, ~0.5-1 km walking) with your guide.</li><li>11:00 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant (at your expense, ~₹300-₹500).</li><li>12:00 PM: Free time to relax or explore local markets.</li><li>6:00 PM: Transfer to Agra railway station for an overnight train to Varanasi (AC 2nd/3rd class, e.g., Swatantrata Senani Express, ~12 hrs, included).</li><li>7:00 PM: Dinner on the train (at your expense) and overnight on the train.</li></ul><h3>Day 6: Varanasi Sightseeing</h3><ul><li>7:00 AM: Arrive in Varanasi, transfer to a 3-star or heritage hotel (e.g., Hotel Surya).</li><li>8:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel (included).</li><li>9:00 AM: Visit Sarnath (1.5 hrs, ~1-2 km walking), including the Sarnath Museum, with your guide.</li><li>11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant (at your expense, ~₹300-₹500).</li><li>12:30 PM: City tour: visit Bharat Mata Temple (30 min, ~0.5 km walking), Banaras Hindu University (45 min, ~0.5-1 km walking), and Dashashwamedh Ghat (1 hr, ~1-2 km walking) with your guide.</li><li>7:00 PM: Witness the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat (1 hr).</li><li>8:30 PM: Dinner (at your expense) and overnight stay in Varanasi.</li></ul><h3>Day 7: Varanasi to Delhi</h3><ul><li>5:00 AM: Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River (1 hr, ~₹300-₹500/boat) with your guide.</li><li>6:30 AM: Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple (30 min, ~0.5 km walking, if permitted) with your guide.</li><li>7:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel (included).</li><li>8:30 AM: Free time to relax or shop for Banarasi sarees.</li><li>12:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant (at your expense, ~₹300-₹500).</li><li>1:00 PM: Transfer to Varanasi airport for a flight to Delhi (~1.5 hrs, included, e.g., IndiGo).</li><li>4:30 PM: Arrive in Delhi, transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for onward travel, concluding the tour.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>India Gate</h3><p>A war memorial in New Delhi, India Gate honors 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in World War I. Surrounded by lush lawns, it's an iconic monument that glows beautifully under night lights and draws thousands of visitors daily.</p><p><br></p><h3>Lotus Temple</h3><p>Located in Delhi, the Lotus Temple is renowned for its lotus-like architecture and serene ambiance. Open to all religions, it's a Bahá’í House of Worship offering a peaceful retreat and promoting unity, harmony, and spiritual contemplation.</p><p><br></p><h3>Humayun’s Tomb</h3><p>A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb is a stunning example of Mughal architecture. Built in the 16th century, this red sandstone mausoleum inspired the design of the Taj Mahal and features beautiful gardens and domes.</p><p><br></p><h3>Akshardham</h3><p>Akshardham Temple in Delhi showcases India’s ancient culture, spirituality, and architecture. Opened in 2005, it features a grand central temple, intricate carvings, musical fountains, exhibitions, and boat rides, offering an immersive and peaceful spiritual experience to all visitors.</p><p><br></p><h3>Taj Mahal</h3><p>One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal in Agra is a symbol of eternal love. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, it mesmerizes with white marble elegance and symmetry.</p><p><br></p><h3>Agra Fort</h3><p>A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Agra Fort is a massive red sandstone fortress near the Taj Mahal. It served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors and houses stunning palaces, mosques, and courtyards within its mighty walls.</p><p><br></p><h3>Itmad-ud-Daulah</h3><p>Often called the “Baby Taj,” this Mughal mausoleum in Agra predates the Taj Mahal and features intricate marble inlay work. Built by Nur Jahan for her father, it’s a beautiful and symmetrical structure nestled in peaceful Mughal gardens.</p><p><br></p><h3>Amber Fort</h3><p>Located in Jaipur, Amber Fort is a majestic blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Built with red sandstone and marble, it overlooks Maota Lake and features grand courtyards, intricate mirror work, temples, and scenic views of the Aravalli hills.</p><p><br></p><h3>City Palace (Jaipur)</h3><p>Situated in the heart of Jaipur, the City Palace is a grand complex of courtyards, gardens, and buildings. Once the seat of Maharaja power, it now houses museums and offers a glimpse into Rajasthan’s regal heritage and royal lifestyle.</p><p><br></p><h3>Jantar Mantar</h3><p>A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Jaipur, Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observatory with giant instruments. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the 18th century, it accurately measures time, tracks celestial bodies, and showcases India’s scientific ingenuity.</p><p><br></p><h3>Hawa Mahal</h3><p>The “Palace of Winds” in Jaipur, Hawa Mahal features 953 small windows for royal women to observe street life unseen. Its pink sandstone façade resembles a honeycomb and remains an iconic symbol of Rajasthan’s architectural beauty and cultural charm.</p>

Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi.



Meet your tour representative and transfer to a 3-star or heritage hotel.



Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi: visit Jama Masjid, Red Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and enjoy a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk’s bustling bazaar.



Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Morning tour of New Delhi: explore Qutub Minar (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Humayun’s Tomb (UNESCO World Heritage Site), India Gate, and drive past Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhavan.



Depart for Jaipur, the Pink City.



Check into a heritage hotel and relax.



Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 2: Delhi to Jaipur

Morning visit to Amber Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with an elephant ride to the entrance.



Explore City Palace, Jantar Mantar (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds).



Free time to shop at local bazaars for handicrafts and textiles.



Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 3: Jaipur Sightseeing

Depart for Agra, stopping en route at Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a deserted Mughal city.



Arrive in Agra and check into a 3-star or heritage hotel.



Evening visit to Mehtab Bagh for a sunset view of the Taj Mahal.



Overnight stay in Agra.

Day 4: Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri

Early morning sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a stunning marble mausoleum.



Tour Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb (Baby Taj).



Evening transfer to Agra railway station for an overnight train to Varanasi (AC 2nd or 3rd class).



Overnight on the train.

Day 5: Agra to Varanasi

Morning arrival in Varanasi; transfer to a 3-star or heritage hotel.



Visit Sarnath, a key Buddhist site where Buddha gave his first sermon, including the Sarnath Museum.



Afternoon city tour: explore Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University, and Dashashwamedh Ghat.



Evening witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony, a spiritual highlight.



Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 6: Varanasi Sightseeing

Early morning boat ride on the Ganges River to observe rituals and sunrise.



Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple (if permitted).



Afternoon transfer to Varanasi airport for a flight to Delhi.



Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your onward journey.

Day 7: Varanasi to Delhi

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