Visit the city that is as old as time itself. Sitting pretty on the bank of the holy river Ganges, Varanasi is considered one of the holiest cities of India and an important seat of learning. Embark on a Buddhist pilgrimage of the city as you visit the various towns around it that derive their importance from the erstwhile presence of Lord Buddha. Visit the famed Kashi Vishwanath temple to offer your prayers. Walk along the ghats or take a boat ride to watch the sunrise and the sunset. Purchase some of the finest Benarasi silk sarees from the innumerable emporiums dotting the streets.
Details Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
Arrival at Delhi. Meeting and assistance upon arrival in Delhi and transfer to your hotel.
After wash and change we proceed on a half day tour of Delhi. Today we will visit Old Delhi covering Jama Masjid, Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Stay overnight at the city hotel.
Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing – Jaipur
This morning we proceed on a sightseeing tour of the other part of the city, New Delhi and visit the Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate, and the Gandhi Memorial. Also visit embassies and the Parliament House (from outside), Humayun’s Tomb and the Qutab Minar. Following the tour we will begin our road journey towards Jaipur. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Night halt at Jaipur.
Day 3: Jaipur Sightseeing
This morning we will enjoy a day- trip to the Amber Fort and there we will enjoy the Elephant Ride. Following the tour of Amber Fort we enjoy a tour of Jaipur. Visit the City Palace and notice the harmonious blend of Mughal and Rajasthani architecture. Also visit the Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal. Stroll through the Bazaar and buy souvenirs and handicrafts as a sweet reminder of your tour with Indian Holiday. Overnight stay in the Hotel
Day 4: Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (245 Kms)
After breakfast begin your road journey towards Agra, on the way we visit the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. This Mughal city, established by Akbar, has been declared as the world heritage site. After exploring Fatehpur Sikri and visiting its monuments. From here we continue driving to Agra. After reaching, get transferred to the hotel.
The rest of the day is free. Overnight stay in the Hotel.
Day 5: Agra Sightseeing – Varanasi (by Train)
At Sunrise we enjoy visiting the Taj Mahal and witness its timeless beauty (Note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday)
Afternoon we will visit Agra Fort and Id-Mat-Ud-Dauhla’s tomb.
Evening transfer to the train station for catching the train to Varanasi. Overnight aboard
Day 6: Arrival Varanasi
Meeting and assistance upon arrival at Varanasi train station and check-in at the hotel.
After wash & change we will enjoy a day-trip to Sarnath, a religious Buddhist site.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 banks of Ganges for Ganga Aarti. Overnight stay in the Hotel
Day 7: Varanasi – Delhi (By Flight) – Departure
Today early morning we enjoy a boat ride on river Ganges. Following breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Delhi. Upon arrival, Meeting and assistance to the city’s International airport for your onward flight back home.
