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Golden Triangle Tour with Khajuraho
& Varanasi
Golden Triangle Tours bring you the best of North India in just one week. From Mughal grandeur in Old Delhi to British sophistication in New Delhi, Delhi presents an amalgamation of various cultures it imbibed under prominent rulers in the past few centuries. Jaipur brings to life the times of Rajputs who led magnificent lifestyles in splendid palaces; patronage to arts, crafts and music they extended to their subjects; and medieval notions of chivalry and valor that they upheld in its monuments, forts, palaces, traditions, and legends. Agra is the city of famous Taj Mahal that has immortalized love of Emperor Shah Jehan for his Queen - i life and in death.
This tour also covers cultural centers of North India. Khajuraho Temples with their bold interpretation of religion in its sculptures and murals in all aspects of life, and Varanasi with its many Ghats and Temples that are believed to be seats of Hinduism. Varanasi's main beauty lies not in its physical surroundings but the transcendental experience of boat ride in Holy River Ganges as well as the wonderful spectacle of thousands of lit lamps floating in the sacred river at the time of evening Ganga Aarti.
This tour also covers cultural centers of North India. Khajuraho Temples with their bold interpretation of religion in its sculptures and murals in all aspects of life, and Varanasi with its many Ghats and Temples that are believed to be seats of Hinduism. Varanasi's main beauty lies not in its physical surroundings but the transcendental experience of boat ride in Holy River Ganges as well as the wonderful spectacle of thousands of lit lamps floating in the sacred river at the time of evening Ganga Aarti.
Duration : 9 Nights / 10 Days
Destination : Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan, Orcha, Jhansi, Khajuraho, Varanasi
DAY 01: Arrive Delhi
You arrive in Delhi by International flight. After a traditional Welcome
our representative would assist you at the airport and to our hotel for
check-in. After some rest, breakfast at coffee shop in the Hotel. After
breakfast we will go on a guided tour of Delhi at 1100 hrs, beginning with
a morning sightseeing trip to Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat followed by the
drive around India Gate and President's House. In the afternoon visits to
Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Mahavir Ahinsa Sthal and Chhatarpur
temple. Overnight stay at Hotel. DAY 02: Delhi - Jaipur (250 km / 5 hrs)
Post breakfast we leave for Jaipur the flamboyant capital of Rajasthan. On arrival at Jaipur, our representative will meet & assist you to check-in at our hotel for overnight stay.
Excursion to Chokhi Dhani:
Today we will take you for evening excursion to Chokhi Dhani complex, an ethnic village resort located at a distance 15 km from Jaipur. Evenings at Chokhi Dhani are very special. A Rajasthani village atmosphere is recreated on the sprawling
ground and includes the entertainment by folk dancers and
musicians. The guests can move around freely and enjoy the evening. Later
drive back to Hotel for overnight stay. DAY 03: Jaipur
Early morning after breakfast 11 km drive to Amber, the capital of the gallant
Rajputs from 1037 to 1728 AD. We ride the elephant back and reach the Fort
situated on the hill and then visit the Fort Palace. Later we visit the
City Palace, Birla Temple, Jantar Mantar Observatory and the Palace of Winds.
Overnight stay. DAY 04: Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (260 km / 6 hrs)
After breakfast in the coffee shop, we drive at 0900 hrs to Agra. En route we visit Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece in sandstone with the stunning elegance of its palaces and courts. Further proceed to Agra, upon arrival we help you check-in at our hotel at Agra. Overnight stay at Agra.
DAY 05: Agra (Excursion to Mathura and Vrindavan)
Agra, the erstwhile capital of India under the great Mughals and known for Taj Mahal, has always fascinated Indians and foreigners alike. Most of Agra is on the West bank of river Yamuna, with the Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal at its nucleus. Taj Mahal is quite simply one of mankind's most remarkable creations. After early breakfast, we drive at 0800 hrs to Taj Mahal built by emperor Shahjahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Next we visit Agra Fort. Later in the afternoon we leave for Sikandara, Akbar's tomb. Further we proceed to Mathura and Vrindavan, related with the birth and childhood of Lord Krishna. And evening we drive back to hotel in Agra for overnight stay.
DAY 06: Agra - Jhansi / Khajuraho (166 km / 5hrs) via Orchha
After early morning breakfast, we drive to reach on time @ 0730 hrs to the
railway station to board the train to Jhansi. Our representative meets and
assists you on arrival at the Jhansi Railway Station. After that we visit
the historic Jhansi Fort of the brave queen and freedom fighter Rani Lakshmibai.
Then leave for Khajuraho via Orchha, located at a distance of 16 km from
Jhansi. Orchha has a medieval town atmosphere attached to it. The Betwa
River quietly flows by the town. The 16th century palaces and temples built
by its Bundela rulers appear to be suspended in time. And also visit to
Orchha Fort, Jahangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Ram Raja temple and proceed further
for Khajuraho. Upon arrival in Khajuraho checkin at your prearranged hotel
for overnight stay. DAY 07: Khajuraho/ Varanasi (By Air)
Morning post breakfast we leave for half day sightseeing of Khajuraho temples, built between 950 and 1050 AD by the mighty warrior kings of the Chandela dynasty, in a truly inspired burst of creativity. The temples are famous for themagnificent carvings depicting numerous sexual postures of the famous "Kamasutra", ancient Indian work on sex. Only 22 temples survive of the 85 originally built. In fact, worship isstill done today in the Matangeshwara temple, continuing an unbroken 1000 year tradition.Later we drive to reach on time @ 1200 hrs to the airport to board the flight to Varanasi, the oldest and the holiest Hindu city, known for its Hindu traditional customs and rituals. We
meet and assist you on arrival at Varanasi airportand help you check-inat our hotel. Next at 1530 hrs we leave for Sarnath
at a distance of 12 Kms from Varanasi,where Lord Buddha preached his first
sermon after Enlightenment. Overnight stay in Varanasi. DAY 08: Varanasi / Delhi (By Shivganga Express - Overnight Train)
Early morning before breakfast at 0500 hrs boat ride on the river Ganges.
We rise before dawn and step gingerly in the boat as the boatman starts
rowing the boat. We wait for the daily miracle to unfold, as the Sun appears
triumphantly over the horizon. The sound of conches and temple bells add
to the delicate pink fabric of dawn. The formerly hushed murmuring of ancient
Sanskrit 'Shlokas' now rises, in one voice, to a crescendo of unparalleled
piety and joy. We return to our hotel for breakfast. Afternoon on-time transfer
to the railway station to board on the train for Delhi. Overnight on board
DAY 09: Arrive Delhi (By Shivganga Express)
Today early morning you will arrive at New Delhi Railway station upon arrival our representative would meet and assist you to check in at our hotel for stay.
DAY 10: Depart Delhi
Our tour concludes: Goldentriangletours.ws thanks you for your patronage and ensures a punctual transfer to Airport for onward travel.
