Classic tour of North India: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Varanasi

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Trip offered by Manish Travel expert in India

Trip summary

Departure Delhi
End Delhi
Countries
- India
City
- Delhi
- Agra
- Jaipur
- Varanasi
Theme Art, history and cultural trips and custom tours
Travel style Tailor-made travel
Accommodation Standard
Flight Excluded
Guide Included

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Description

A trip to India is bound to be an unforgettable experience, soaking in the spirituality of local people. This tour of North India is focused on the world famous heritage of the Golden Triangle, the magnificent Taj Mahal, UNESCO heritage site and majestic monument of love, the maharaja palaces of Jaipur, the gem of Rajasthan, the lost city of Fatehpur Sikri, the hectic Delhi, divided between its old and new soul and finally Varanasi, crossed by the Ganges, the holy city for the Hindus.

After all these emotions and discoveries, returning home will be hard: after this trip you won't be the same person who's left, this is for sure.

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Detailed itinerary

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1
Delhi
Day 1 Transfer by car
Arrival in Delhi, welcome at the airport. Visit of Jama Masjid mosque, Red Fort, former residence of the Mughals, the crowded and chaotic market of Chandni Chowk, the Humayun Tomb mausoleum, Qutub Minar minaret and more. Overnight in Delhi.
Visited places:
- Delhi
Accommodation offered:
- Florence Inn (standard)
2
Delhi / Agra (200 km, 4 Hrs Approx)
Day 2 Transfer by car
After breakfast drive to Agra. on the way visit Mathura. Arrive in Agra and check into the hotel. After refreshment we visit The Taj Mahal and Agra fort. Overnight stay at hotel. Please note the Taj Mahal is closed on Friday.
Visited places:
- Delhi
- Agra
Accommodation offered:
- Howard Plaza Agra (standard)
3
Agra / Fatehpur Sikri/Jaipur (260 Km, 4-5 Hrs Approx)
Day 3 Transfer by car
After breakfast drive to Jaipur, on the way we also visit Fatehpur sikri, a deserted red stone city built by Mughal Emperor Akbar. On arrival check into hotel and rest of the day free. Overnight stay at hotel
Visited places:
- Agra
- Jaipur
Accommodation offered:
4
Jaipur
Day 4 Transfer by car
After breakfast we visit Amber Fort, built in the16th century, enjoy an elephant ride to the Fort. Drive past the Hawa Mahal or palace of winds. In the afternoon we visit the City palace and museum, walk to adjacent Jantar Mantar observatory. Later evening walk around the bazaars. Overnight stay at hotel.
Visited places:
- Jaipur
Accommodation offered:
5
Jaipur/Varanasi (Flight)
Day 5 Transfer by airplane
Flight to Varanasi. Arrival and check in, afternoon witness the Arti ceremony on Ganges river. Overnight in Varanasi.
Visited places:
- Jaipur
- Varanasi
Accommodation offered:
- Hotel Surya (standard)
6
Varanasi
Day 6 Transfer by car
Wake up before dawn. Early morning boat ride to witness the sacred rituals and the offerings of the pilgrims to the rising sun. Walking tour of the ancient city. Afternoon visit Sarnath and its Museum. Here Buddha gave his first sermon after the enlightenment. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Visited places:
- Varanasi
Accommodation offered:
- Hotel Surya (standard)
7
Varanasi/Delhi (Flight)
Day 7 Transfer by airplane
Morning free for optional activities and excursions. Transfer to the airport and flight to Delhi. Arrival in Delhi and transfer to the International airport to take your flight back to your origin country.
Visited places:
- Varanasi
- Delhi

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Prices and conditions
Price includes
- Domestic flight Jaipur -Varanasi. Baggage allowance 15 kg.
- Domestic flight Varanasi - Delhi. Baggage allowance 15 Kg.
- Accommodation in mentioned or same category hotels on double room sharing basis.
- Everyday buffet breakfast or personal breakfast.
- All transfers and visits indicated with private transport with air conditioning and English speaking driver.
- Local or Italian speaking guide in all cities.
- A dinner with the compliments of our local partner.
- Rikshaw ride in Old Delhi.
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur.
- Tonga (horse cart) ride in Agra.
- Evening boat ride in Varanasi.
- Morning boat ride in Varanasi.
- Two bottles of water a day per person.
- Transfers from the airport to the hotel and vice versa.
- A souvenir photo at the Taj Mahal
- Assistance in all airports.
- Government taxes, parking, tolls and driver's expenses.
Price does not include
- Domestic and international flights and visas (the local partner can provide them on request for an additional cost)
- Travel insurance (the local partner can provide them on request for an additional cost)
- Entrance fees to monuments and visits indicated in the program. (You will pay only what you will see)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Everything not mentioned