Best of North India with Varanasi
Duration
13 days
Max Group Size
10
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Age Requirement
1 - 85 Ages
About this tour
Experience the timeless charm of India on this carefully curated 13-day journey through history, culture, and spirituality. Begin in New Delhi with iconic landmarks like Qutub Minar and India Gate before exploring the painted havelis of Mandawa and the sacred lakes and temples of Pushkar. Discover the royal grandeur of Jaipur’s forts and palaces, then step into Mughal history at Fatehpur Sikri and the breathtaking Taj Mahal in Agra. Continue to Khajuraho’s exquisite temples and Varanasi’s spiritual ghats with a sunrise Ganges boat ride and evening Aarti. Conclude with Sarnath’s serenity before departing from New Delhi with unforgettable memories.
Route
Starts from
New Delhi
Ends in
New Delhi
Pickup Location
New Delhi
Dropoff Location
New Delhi
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for half day guided tour to New Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Mandawa. Upon arrival at Mandawa check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Mandawa, visit various haveli’s & palaces at Mandawa.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Pushkar known as “the rose garden of Rajasthan”. Upon arrival at Pushkar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed half day guided tour to Pushkar, visit Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple Mahadev Temple, Varah Temple, Ramavaikunth Temple, Rangji Temple and the Apteshwar Temple. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Jaipur known as “Pink City”. Upon arrival at Jaipur check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Jaipur, visit Amber Fort with Elephant ride / Jeep ride (Optional tour to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort if time permits), visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar and drive pass to Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and Birla Temple. After finish your guided tour to Jaipur, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Agra “City of Love”, via en-route visit to Fatehpur Sikri, the oldest deserted town built by Mughal Kingdom in 1571 and built by red stone, the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwane e Khas and Panch Mahal. After finish your sightseeing tour at Fatehpur Sikri, later continue drive to Agra. Upon arrival at Agra check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Early morning before breakfast Sunrise, visit the world’s most popular and beautiful monument Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday). After finish your guided tour to Taj Mahal, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast. later proceed for guided tour to Agra, visit Agra Fort (Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas)and Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb. Also visit to Mehtab Bagh and enjoy the Sunset view of Taj Mahal. After finish your guided tour to Agra, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Agra railway station to board the train for Jhansi. Upon arrival at Jhansi railway station, our representative will meet you and later drive to Khajuraho, via en-route visit to Jhansi Fort, Government Museum & Rani Mahal. Upon arrival at Khajuraho check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Khajuraho, visit western group of temples, eastern group of temples, jain group of temples. After finish your guided tour to Khajuraho. Evening enojoy the sound and light show at the Western group of temples.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Early morning boat ride at River Ganges, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy the breakfast. Later proceed for guided tour to Varanasi, visit Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath and Sankat Mochan Temple are the four famous temples in Varanasi. Also visit Bharat Mata Temple, Birla Mandir. Experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony in the evening which is performed at the banks of the Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for guided tour to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhist pilgrims, visit the Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa and Tibetan Buddhist Monastery- The peaceful and traditional Monastery. After finish your guided tour to Sarnath, later transfer to Varanasi airport to board the flight for New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, Our representative will meet you and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.
Trip includes
Included
Accommodation at good 3 Star hotels based on Double / Twin Sharing basis
• 2 Nights in New Delhi
• 1 Night in Mandawa
• 1 Night in Pushkar
• 2 Nights in Jaipur
• 2 Night in Agra
• 2 Nights in Khajuraho
• 2 Nights in Varanasi
Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs
Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.
• Local English speaking guide at New Delhi, Mandawa, Pushkar, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Khajuraho, Sarnath and Varanasi.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
French
German
Spanish
Italian• 12 Breakfast at Hotel
Vegan
Jain
Kosher
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatTransportation Details
All sightseeing and airport transfers for this tour will be arranged in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles to ensure a pleasant travel experience.
Vehicle Categories:
• 1–2 guests: Air-conditioned medium cars such as Toyota Etios, Swift Dzire, or similar.
• 3–4 guests: Air-conditioned large cars such as Toyota Innova or similar.
• 5–10 guests: Air-conditioned mini-vans such as Tempo Traveller or similar.
Additional Information:
• All vehicles will be driven by experienced, Local English-speaking drivers.
• Our drivers are well-trained, familiar with local routes, and committed to providing a safe and comfortable journey.
• Vehicle allocation will be based on the group size to ensure maximum comfort and convenience for all travelers.
• 12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
• Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At.
• Daily breakfast at Hotel.
• All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
• Local English speaking guide at New Delhi, Mandawa, Pushkar, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Khajuraho, Sarnath and Varanasi.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
• Visit to the holy city Pushkar.
• Elephant / Jeep ride in Jaipur at Amber Fort.
• Battery car ride at Fatehpur Sikri.
• Sunrise visit of Taj Mahal in Agra.
• Train tickets from Agra to Jhansi.
• Enjoy light and sound show in Khajuraho.
• Visit to the most famous Buddhist sites at Sarnath.
• Boat Cruise and Evening aarti in Varanasi.
• One mineral water bottle per person per day.
• All currently applicable taxes including GST.
Excluded
• Flights from Khajuraho to Varanasi
• Flights from Varanasi to New Delhi
• Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability, and cost of healthcare around the world, travel insurance is an essential and necessary part of every journey. We strongly recommend that all travelers obtain comprehensive travel insurance to ensure protection and compensation for any cancellations or trip interruptions with any cause, as well as for other unforeseen circumstances, including medical emergencies and travel disruptions.
• Visas Fee (if applicable).
• Monument entry fees.
• The package does not include the cost of visas and SDF charges, if applicable.
• Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).
• Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
• International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
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