6 Day Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi
Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi Package is one that will instantly transport you to the royal boughs of ancient and mediaeval India. With regal, spread-out forts and palaces to humbling temples and mosques, you will find yourself closer to the authentic culture of North India every step of the way.
Read MoreThis journey covers four of the most legendary cities - Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Varanasi. With one day dedicated to each location, your palate would be overjoyed with the quick-changing flavours of adventure and thrill. Starting at Delhi, the Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi provides you with a smooth, anxiety-free entrance into Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple and Qutub Minar. Enjoy local street food like Chole Bhature, Butter Chicken and Kadhi Chawal before you drive to the Pink City Jaipur.
Jaipur's tale began in 1727 when Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II founded the city, blending Mughal and Rajput architectural styles. Since then it has grown and grown with time, home to brave warriors and skilled craftspersons who have kept the royal vibes alive. The city is surrounded by the old, rumbling Aravali Hills that fill one's heart with longing. Not only is Jaipur home to historic structures like Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, City Palace and Jal Mahal but it is also known for the Hot Air Balloon Safari, Albert Hall Museum Tour and the mathematical glory Jantar Mantar.
On the third day of your Golden Triangle tour 6 days, you will reach Agra, a city founded by Akbar on the banks of the river Yamuna. Of course, the two stunning UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, are the stars of this region. But the real beauty of the city can be experienced in a much more authentic way when we take a walk across the city to spot local Halwais, colonial Hawelis and Tonga drivers.
With one and a half days left to explore on our Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi, we will now reach Kashi, one of the oldest functional cities in the history of the world. Varanasi's ancient history dates back to 1500 BCE, with roots in the Vedic period, followed by Mauryan and Gupta empires. The city is mentioned in Hindu scriptures, such as Rig Veda and Mahabharata. Today, it stands as a lovely site of pilgrimage and worship, with places to visit, such as Kashi Vishwanath Mandir, Dashashvamedh Ghat, and Ramnagar Fort.
Receive private pick-up from any location in Delhi NCR as per your comfort. Start your Golden Triangle Sightseeing by visiting the Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb. You can also spend some time at the Lotus Temple and surrounding monuments. Enjoy shopping in Connaught Place, Sarojini Nagar or Chandni Chowk.
After an early morning breakfast, set out towards Jaipur in the form of a long drive. You will get to enjoy the stunning, changing scenery from lush green plains to the rocky Aravali Hills. After reaching, you can walk through the city and visit Hawa Mahal and Albert Hall Museum. If you wish to, you can also spend some time at the UNESCO World Heritage site Jantar Mantar before sunset.
Before steering your Golden Triangle Tour India towards Agra, make sure to visit the Amber Fort and Jaigarh Fort on top of the Aravali range. Also, make sure to shop at the authentic Johari Bazar before exiting the city towards newer adventures. Reach Agra by late afternoon and engage yourself in a tour of the magnificent Taj Mahal.
After a delicious breakfast, set out to see the historic Agra Fort and Akbar's Tomb. After this, head out via road to Varanasi, the Religious Capital of India. Witness the soulful Sandhya Aarti and retreat to your rooms for the day.
Spend the last day of your Golden Triangle Tour 6 days with a heart-winning exploration of its ancient lanes, filled with hundreds of small temples dedicated to deities from all over the country. Varanasi's main attractions that you cannot afford to miss include the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Ghats of Mata Ganga, Sarnath and Ramnagar Fort. Make sure to try Banarasi Thandai and Pan!
Say your goodbyes post breakfast hours and start your journey towards Delhi. Drop-off is possible at any location on the route. You can also request a direct drop at IGI Airport or New Delhi Railway Station.
There isn't a single boring moment once you have started on your Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi. Some amazing memories that await you include:
- Exploring Rajput royalty in Jaipur in the form of Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jaigarh Fort and Jal Mahal
- Visiting Mughal Wonders in Delhi and Agra like the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Red Fort and Humayun's Tomb
- Paying our respects to the eternal deities at Kashi Vishwanath Mandir, Birla Mandir Jaipur, Lotus Temple and more
- Enjoy the best of North Indian cuisine in the form of Chole Bhature, Butter Chicken, Mughlai Paratha and Bati Chokha
The travel time from Agra to Varanasi is approximately 7-8 hours by car, 5-6 hours by train, and 1.5 hours by flight.
If planned correctly, then one day can be enough for a tour of Varanasi, including a visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Dashashvamedh Ghat and Ramnagar Fort. You can even get time to rejoice in local delicacies and take boat rides in the river Ganga.
Yes! All tour packages by TRISOJ are open to customisation through which you can choose the destinations of your choice, accommodation to suit your nails as well as food preferences to preserve your religious sentiments and help with allergies.
Varanasi's must-try foods include Kachoris, Jalebis, Malaiyyo, Thandai, Tamatar Chaat, and Baati Chokha, keeping its rich, local flavours alive.
Varanasi is the ultimate tourist spot for elderly family members, offering amazing spiritual experiences and a stylish way of life that they are sure to admire.
