Golden Triangle with Varanasi and Holi in Jaipur

  • Starting price : 635
  • Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
  • Start city : Delhi 
Overview

This 08-day Golden Triangle tour will be taking you through popular destinations of India – New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur as well as an extended tour to Varanasi - the holy city of India and one of the most ancient cities in the world. Also, on this tour, get a lifetime opportunity to celebrate Holi - the Festival of Colours in Jaipur. Delhi will give you a pleasant surprise with its interesting mix of history, art, culture and architectural wonders from the ancient and the modern time. Explore Mughal era architectural wonders, which include World Heritage Sites, in Agra. In Rajasthan, admire the magnificent royal forts and palaces of Jaipur. Varanasi will give you spiritual enlightenment and a glimpse of the centuries old Hindu traditions along with temples and Ghats (embankments by the river) of the holy River Ganges. To stimulate your travel experience, enjoy a Rickshaw Ride in the streets of old Delhi, enjoy an elephant ride in Jaipur, attend the spectacular Ganga Aarti (worship rituals of the Ganges), go on a soulful morning Boat Ride on the River Ganges in Varanasi, visit Buddhist pilgrimage site in Sarnath among other experience. The highlight of this tour is Holi, India’s very popular festival of colours. A private Holi celebration at a royal heritage property in Jaipur accompanied with colourful riot of organic colours, Rajasthani music and dance, special Holi delicacies and many more await you to delight you.

Highlights
  • Delhi - Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, and Henna tattoo.
  • Agra - Agra Fort and a Sunrise visit to the world-famous World Heritage site - Taj Mahal.
  • Jaipur - Tour Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and take an Elephant ride up to the Amber Fort.
  • Varanasi - Ganga Aarti ritual, Temples, Morning Boat Ride on the Ganges, walk through the narrow lanes and a visit to Sarnath - an ancient Buddhist heritage site.
  • Holi in Jaipur - private group celebrations at a heritage property with organic colours, music, dance, food, traditional attires and lots more.
  • Private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned vehicl. 
Itinerary

Upon arrival, our representative will greet you at the Delhi Airport, and then transfer you to your hotel. The Capital city of India, Delhi is a striking modern metropolis. Delhi has been repeatedly destroyed by erstwhile empires, and yet, it has sprung back to life time and again. This city narrates the history of India in its ruins of lost empires. The rich past of Delhi has brought India through history books. Settled by Mughals and later by the British; Delhi is dotted with ancient streets, architectural marvels and vibrant marketplaces that will be etched forever in your memories.

  • Overnight :
  • Delhi

Morning after breakfast, proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour of Delhi. We’ll start with Humayun’s Tomb, a memorial to the 2nd Mughal Emperor, Humayun. It is supposed to be the first Indo-Islamic buildings of India. Now visit Qutub Minar; built in 1192, Qutub Minar is the tallest single tower in India, and perhaps the tallest minaret in the world. Also, get a henna tattoo applied in Delhi as a memorable souvenir. After sightseeing in Delhi, drive to the wonderful former city of the Mughals - Agra, home to the famous Taj Mahal. 

  • Overnight :
  • Agra

Enjoy an early morning visit to the world-renowned and World Heritage site of Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays). The Taj Mahal, which is one man’s monumental testimony to love, has become synonymous not only with this city, but with all of India. A mausoleum built by Shah Jahan for his empress Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj is the primary attraction of the city. Located close to the Taj Mahal, you’ll now visit the Agra Fort, which lies on the bend of the river Yamuna. Built by Mughal Emperor Akbar over 1565-73 AD, it was successively occupied and added to by Jahangir and Shah Jahan. Afterwards, return to the hotel for breakfast, then check-out and drive to Jaipur - the flamboyant and historical capital of Rajasthan. 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. Jaipur is also known as the ‘Pink City’ because of the colour of the stone used exclusively in the walled city. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check-in to your hotel. 

  • Overnight :
  • Jaipur

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Jaipur city. Start with Amer Fort, a 16th century magnificent fort with beautiful display of Hindu and Islamic art and architecture. Now visit Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory with world’s largest stone sundial to boast. Next visit the stunning Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). This beautiful 18th century honeycomb designed five-story palatial building has 953 ornate latticework windows and balconies. Lastly, visit City Palace, from where the Maharajas of Jaipur ruled, situated at the heart of the city, which also houses the City Palace Museum.

  • Overnight :
  • Jaipur

Your breakfast this morning is followed by the much awaited day of the tour - Holi celebrations. We will take you to a royal heritage property where you will indulge in a group Holi celebration. Here, you will be entertained with Rajasthani folk music and dance, treated to delicious Indian sweets and snacks, offered traditional Rajasthani attires to wear, groovy Bollywood music and lots more. Get ready to face a riot of colours as you enter the cheerful Holi celebrations. After a fun-filled Holi celebration, return to the hotel and relax.

  • Overnight :
  • Jaipur

After breakfast at hotel, check-out and proceed to Jaipur Airport to take a flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and relax for some time before taking a trip to Sarnath. Proceed to Sarnath, just 10 km from Varanasi. Sarnath is one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage centres, and one of the holiest Buddhist sites. It is here Lord Buddha had preached his first sermon to his pupils after attainment of Nirvana or enlightenment in 530 B.C. On arrival, check-in to your hotel and relax.

  • Overnight :
  • Varanasi

This morning proceed for an early Morning Boat ride on the River Ganges, a ferry pilgrimage from Ghat to Ghat. People bath early in the morning to offer the prayers to the rising sun. The two cremation Ghats are Manikarnika & Harishchandra where funeral pyre burns day & night. After the Ghats tour, return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, explore the city of Varanasi. Visit ancient Kashi Vishwanath Temple; walk through the narrow streets and alleys of the city leading to various hidden and popular market areas as well as other attractions. Evening, you will attend the popular evening Ganga Aarti ritual (Ganga Aarti is the riverside prayer rituals done in honour of the holy River Ganges) on the banks of the River Ganges. During the Aarti, you will see well-choreographed traditional worship rituals done by Hindu priests where they chant holy Sanksrit prayers and sway huge brass lamps in their hands and blow conch shells to produce divine music. Later, transfer to the hotel. 

  • Overnight :
  • Varanasi

After breakfast, check-out of the hotel and transfer to the airport to board a flight to Delhi Airport. Upon arrival at Delhi Airport, connect a flight to home/onward destination.

Inclusions
  • Accommodation with breakfast for 07 nights.
  • Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
  • Elephant ride while ascending Amber fort, in Jaipur.
  • Boating in Varanasi.
  • A Bottle of water per person, every day during your Tour.
  • All sightseeing and transfer by private air conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary.
  • All Assistance by GeTS holidays representatives on arrival & departure.
  • All applicable government tax, toll tax, parking, interstate tax etc.
Exclusions
  • International or Domestic Airfare.
  • Indian Visa.
  • Entrance Fees to Monuments/Sightseeing Places.
  • Tips to Drivers & Guides.
  • Optional Tours/Activities.
  • Any Personal Expenses.
  • Any other services which are not mentioned in Inclusions.
Add-ons
  • Delhi – Food walk, Yoga, Akshardham Temple Fountain Show, Ayurvedic Massage.
  • Agra – Mohabbat-e-Taj show, Yoga, Food Walk, Cycle Ride.
  • Jaipur – Cooking Class, Food Walk, Yoga, Chokhi Dhani, Dye It Yourself (DIY) Workshop, Amer Fort – Light & Sound Show, Zipling in Jaipur, Tandoor Demo with Lunch.
  • Varanasi – Yoga, Food Walk, Heritage Walk, Cooking Class.

 

Spotlight Of Tour
Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
Starting price : 635 Per Person
Route : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur (Holi) - Varanasi - Delhi
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