Book Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi and Village Stay

Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi and Village Stay

India's rich and colorful history is best captured in this Golden Triangle tour that takes you through the major cities of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. This 10-day private and guided tour also offers an opportunity to experience a slice of village life with a real village stay in Tordi Garh Villa in Rajasthan. A trip to the oldest city in the world, Varanasi is also included.

To soak in the culture of Delhi, a visit to the Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, Old Delhi, India Gate, and Rashtrapati Bhavan is a must.

Jaipur, the Pink City welcomes you to explore the Maharaja's own City Palance, the Hawa Mahal, and the Jantar Mantar. The Tordi Garh Village is now ready for you to explore the traditional way of rural life in India. Meet the local folks and see up close the agricultural practices here.

The next dawn brings with it a visit to the monument of love - the Taj Mahal. Board a train to take a mesmerizing trip to Varanasi. After exploring this ancient city, a boat ride to catch the beautiful evening Aarti performed at the banks of the River Ganga is the perfect end to this breathtaking journey of a lifetime.

Vibrant Experiences

Old & New Delhi Sightseeing

Taj Mahal

Overnight Sleeper Train Journey

Grand Palaces/Forts

Evening with Local Family

Indian Cuisine Cooking Class

Organic Farms

Cultural Dance Performance & Dinner Around Bonfire

Boat Rides Over River Ganges

Ancient Temples

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Rural Villages Experience

1000 Years Old Step Wells

Itinerary

Rich & Colorful - Golden Triangle With Village Stay & Holistic Varanasi Route Map

Accommodations

City	Standard	Deluxe	Luxury	Nights
Delhi	Hotel Clark International or Similar	Hotel Golden Grand or Similar	Hotel The Lalit or Similar	03
Jaipur	Hotel Gandharwa or Similar	Hotel Park Regis or Similar	Hotel Radisson Blu city center or Similar	02
Agra	Hotel Siris 18 or Similar	Hotel Fern or Similar	Hotel Trident, Agra or Similar	01
Tordi Garh	Hotel Tordi Garh or Similar	Hotel Tordi Garh or Similar	Hotel Tordi Garh or Similar	01
Overnight Train	2^nd A/C Overnight Sleeper	2^nd A/C Overnight Sleeper	2^nd A/C Overnight Sleeper	01
Varanasi	Hotel Silk City or Similar	Hotel Clarks or Similar	Hotel Ramada Plaza JHV or Similar	01
Package Price	AUD$1397	AUD$1847	AUD$2297

Day 1: DELHI, WELCOME TO INCREDIBLE INDIA!

You will be greeted & assisted by our representative at Delhi international airport and later transferred to your hotel to check in. Remaining time is at leisure till next morning. Meals: Welcome Dinner Included.

Day 2: DELIGHTFUL TOUR OF OLD DELHI

Your day would begin after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Post breakfast, you get yourself ready for a personalized guide tour, which begins from the Old and Historic Delhi. The first halt is Red Fort. Then advance to the Jama Masjid. The guide will arrange a cycle rickshaw tour, which will let you catch a closer insight of old era and the very illustrious Anarkali Bazaar of Chandni Chowk. At Chandni Chowk, we would further take you to Khari Baoli Spice Market – the largest spice market of Asia, which is a true delight for eyes. Old Delhi is also the sparkling haven for food connoisseurs. This is the place, where you will relish tasting the unique traditional Mughal delicacies, which are prepared by expert cooks, who have inherited the trade from their forefathers. Late afternoon you will visit Akshardham Temple – biggest Hindu temple of the world. In the evening you return to your hotel and paint a picture of places you visited in your vivid memory. Make the overnight stay in your hotel room a memoir of the events of which you were the part. Meals: Breakfast Included.

Day 3: DELIGHTFUL TOUR OF NEW DELHI

Welcome to a fresh new morning, after delicious breakfast begin your tour of New Delhi. This morning, you will visit the imposing boulevards and buildings such as Rashtrapati Bhawan (President’s Residence), the one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys, India Gate - a memorial raised in honor of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war, and many more in Lutyen’s Delhi (New Delhi). JAIPUR, THE PINK CITY Later, pack yourself for a road trip to Jaipur, “The Pink City of India”. After arrival refresh yourself and head out into the city to explore the bustling local bazaar & indulge yourself in shopping local handmade artifacts & jewelry. Later unwind and relax in your comfy hotel. Meals: Breakfast Included.

Day 4: JAIPUR, THE PINK CITY

Enthralling, historical Jaipur, Rajasthan’s capital, is the gateway to India’s most flamboyant state, Rajasthan. Renowned globally for its colored gems, the capital city of Rajasthan combines the allure of its ancient history with all the advantages of a metropolis. Since the color pink was symbolic of hospitality, Maharaja Ram Singh of Jaipur painted the entire city pink. The pink that colors the city makes for a marvelous spectacle to behold. The morning is fresh as ever for you, and this is when you will have an excursion to Amer Fort. This palace is laid out over four layers and sits beside the shimmering Maota Lake. Afterwards stop for picture at the Maharaja's City Palace (the home of the erstwhile royal family), Hawa Mahal (the Palace of winds) and visit the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar space observatory. EVENING WITH LOCAL FAMILY & COOKING CLASS Spend evening with the local family. You will experience a great insight into the lifestyle of Indian family. Later, you will be part of a cooking class with the local family. You will learn few local dishes and how to prepare them from with fresh ingredients. Enjoy the dinner prepared by you with the family. Return to your hotel and live a memorable night. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included.

Day 5: JAIPUR - TORDI GARH VILLAGE

Post healthy breakfast proceeds to Tordi Garh Village. Take an excursion to the local village to explore a traditional way of rural life in India. By walking around the village gives you the perfect opportunity of meeting local people and seeing agricultural practices at close quarters. Visit the homes of the Potters, Ironsmiths, mat weavers, cobblers, and people engaged in other occupations. In the afternoon you may take a jeep ride visiting hamlets of Gurjar, Regar and other tribes and meeting their men and women folks while they are grazing their herd of sheep, goats and cattle, 300 years old step well, Farm Visit (organic farming) and drive to the Tordi Sagar Dam to spot wild animals and migratory birds.

Later ride to the Sand Dunes for a perfect sunset with sundowners and have hot tea and cookies at sand dunes. Enjoy your dinner around Bonn Fire on top of the terrace overlooking starry skies. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 6: ABHANERI, STEP WELLS

Later, pack yourself for a road trip to Agra – the Old Capital of Mughals. En-route visit Abhaneri. The Chand Baori is a stepwell built over a thousand years ago in the Abhaneri village of Rajasthan. It is one of the largest stepwells in the world and one of the most beautiful ones. AGRA, TOUR OF ROMANCE Later, you will be transferred to Agra – the Old Capital of Mughals. Remaining time is at leisure till next morning. Meals: Breakfast Included.

Day 7: AGRA, TAJ MAHAL SUNRISE VISIT

At dawn, visit the incomparable Taj Mahal – one of the seven wonders of the world and symbol of love, to observe the effects caused by the reflections of the changing colors of the rising Sun on this masterpiece. This momentary reflection of romance will captivate your heart by awe. Return back to your hotel for a delectable breakfast, while a part of you is still living in romanticism. After breakfast, visit Agra Fort - a UNESCO world heritage site. As the afternoon comes around, we'll continue to explore Agra, this time from the back of an electric rickshaw, enjoying the incredible culture and cuisine that the city has to offer. This tour gives you an authentic view of Agra, taking you to its old bazaars, traditional eateries, and its places of worship. OVERNIGHT SLEEPER TRAIN TO VARANASI

After an action-packed afternoon, a day-use room is available for you to freshen up before we transfer you to the station to board an overnight train to Varanasi. Get a unique slice of Indian life on board an overnight sleeper train bound for Varanasi (approximately 13 hours). Dinner will be provided in the train. 2nd A/C Overnight Sleeper Train Ticket - Agra to Varanasi Included.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner (Train) Included.

Day 8: VARANASI, HOLY CITY

You will be welcomed and assisted at Varanasi station and transferred to your hotel to check in. After breakfast explore the Varanasi visiting Kashi Vishawanath temple, Banaras Hindu University, Sankat Mochan Hanuman temple and various other attractions located in the narrow lanes. Later take an excursion to Sarai Mohana Weavers Village. Sarai Mohana is famous for its silk weaving and most of the locals here are involved in the craft. As night falls, we head to the holy Ganges River to board your exclusive boat and witness the sprawling Aarti possession, a devotional Hindu ritual which involves numerous small candles being lit inside cups made from leaves and flowers and floated down the river – an unforgettable experience. Stay overnight at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast Included.

Day 9: VARANASI

Early morning transfer to the Ghats of Holy River Ganges to take an early morning boat ride along the Ganges River, as we explore the city. The Ganges is a constant hive of activity throughout the day, as hordes of people come to pray and immerse themselves in its spiritually cleansing waters. We'll then go on a walking tour of the city, exploring its medieval streets, intricate temples and busy markets, abuzz with the general cacophony of Indian life. Later take an excursion to the ancient Buddhist site at Sarnath where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after becoming enlightened. DELHI At appropriate time, you will be transferred to Varanasi Airport to board the flight to Delhi.
On arrival You will be welcomed and assisted at Delhi airport and transferred to your hotel to check in. Stay overnight at hotel in Delhi. Domestic Flight Ticket - Varanasi to Delhi Included.
Meals: Breakfast Included.

Day 10: DELHI DEPARTURE

This Morning after breakfast checkout from your hotel and at appropriate time you will be transferred to Delhi international airport for your onward journey. Board your flight and fly back with memories to cherish for life. Tour ends. Meals: Breakfast Included.

Accommodations

City	Standard	Deluxe	Luxury	Nights
Delhi	Hotel Clark International or Similar	Hotel Golden Grand or Similar	Hotel The Lalit or Similar	03
Jaipur	Hotel Gandharwa or Similar	Hotel Park Regis or Similar	Hotel Radisson Blu city center or Similar	02
Agra	Hotel Siris 18 or Similar	Hotel Fern or Similar	Hotel Trident, Agra or Similar	01
Tordi Garh	Hotel Tordi Garh or Similar	Hotel Tordi Garh or Similar	Hotel Tordi Garh or Similar	01
Overnight Train	2^nd A/C Overnight Sleeper	2^nd A/C Overnight Sleeper	2^nd A/C Overnight Sleeper	01
Varanasi	Hotel Silk City or Similar	Hotel Clarks or Similar	Hotel Ramada Plaza JHV or Similar	01
Package Price	AUD$1397	AUD$1847	AUD$2297

Cancellation Policy

If you decide to cancel your tour for any reason up to 14 days prior to your tour start date, we will refund your full deposit and any progress payments made by you within 14 business days.

If you decide to rebook or reschedule your tour for any reason up to 14 days prior to your tour start date your deposit and any progress payments will be carried forward as full credit towards future travel with us for up to five years with Zero fees.

If your tour is cancelled due to government travel restrictions, your deposit and any progress payments will be carried forward as full credit towards future travel with us with Zero fees.

If you decide to cancel your tour for any reason between 14 and 7 days prior to your tour start date - we will retain 50% paid by you in connection with the booking. Vibrant india tours will endeavour to recover as much of your funds as we can on your behalf, or negotiate a credit for future use.

If you decide to cancel your tour for any reason 7 days or less prior to your tour start date - we will retain 100% paid by you in connection with the booking. Vibrant india tours will endeavour to recover as much of your funds as we can on your behalf, or negotiate a credit for future use.

If you leave a trip for any reason after it has commenced, we are not obliged to make any refunds for unused services.

If you fail to join a tour, join it after departure, or leave it prior to its completion, no refund will be made. For full cancellation & refund policy, visit https://www.vibrantindiatours.com.au/terms-conditions

Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi and Village Stay

Vibrant Experiences

Trip Route

Cancellation Policy