India Highlights with Varanasi

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India Highlights with Varanasi

12 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi, Delhi, India

Visiting: New Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Varanasi, Sarnath

Tour operator:

Holidays At

Tour code:

IHWV12

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings, 50 plus, Couples

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

1-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Halal, Jain

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

From: $2835 $992 (USD) Operator discount: -$1843 -65%

NB: Prices correct on 30-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Dive into India on this 12-day adventure and discover a wide range of cultural & historical highlights with an thrilling experience of wildlife in a short time. From the spiritual land of Varanasi to the bustling streets of Delhi, this excursion is perfect for tourer who want an unique experience with guided tour explore independently. Witness the glori of the Taj Mahal, feel enlightened on a boat trip along the River Ganges. Open yuorself open heart and plunge headfirst into this utterly captivating destination.

Highlights

Explore quaint and colorful streets of Old & New Delhi with a guided city tour.
Visiting most significant sites such as Humayun's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Red Fort and Raj Ghat - the site of Ghandi's crematorium.
Enjoy Rickshaw ride through Delhi's backstreets.
The Pink City of Rajasthan - The Amber Fort, regal City Palace with Elephant / Jeep ride at Amber, Jaipur.
Enjoy photography in the India's most famous Ranthambhore wildlife sanctuaries with the thrilling wildlife safari.
Guided city tour of Agra with sunrise visit Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh.
Sunrise boat ride along the Ganges River & explore ancient Hindu pilgrims temples in Varanasi.
Get to know about the amazing history, culture & spiritual life of India.

Places You'll See

Jaipur

Agra

Ranthambore

Varanasi

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival at New Delhi

New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

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.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : New Delhi - Samode - Jaipur (290 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Samode

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Jaipur known as “Pink City”, via en-route visit to Samode, visit Samode Palace, Samode Bagh and Fort Samode. Also enjoy the camel ride at Samode village and witness to be the life of local villages and see their lifestyle.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Samode, later continue drive to Jaipur. 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.

Day 4 : At Jaipur

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 5 : Jaipur - Ranthambore (160 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Ranthambore National Park

Accommodation: Hotel, Resort, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Ranthambore National Park. Upon arrival at Ranthambore National Park check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for afternoon jungle safari at Ranthambore national park. You can also take amazing wildlife pictures for your memories during the jungle safari / Game drive. Evening return back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : At Ranthambore

Location: Ranthambore National Park

Accommodation: Hotel, Resort, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Early morning before breakfast drive to Ranthambore national park. It is a former royal hunting ground and home of royal Bengal tigers, leopards and marsh crocodiles.

After finish your morning game drive, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast and spend some quality time with leisure activities. After lunch at hotel, later proceed for another safari / Game drive to the National Park. You can also take amazing wildlife pictures for your memories during the jungle safari / Game drive. Evening return back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : Ranthambore - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (280 Kms / 6 Hrs)

Location: Fatehpur Sikri

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 8 : At Agra

Location: Agra

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 9 : Agra - New Delhi (220 Kms / 3:30 Hrs) - Varanasi (By Flight)

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, Our representative will meet you and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : At Varanasi

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

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, Banaras Hindu University and Birla Mandir.

Experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony in the evening which is performed at the banks of the Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : Varanasi - Sarnath (12 Kms / 30 Mins ) - New Delhi (By Flight)

Location: Sarnath

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and 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 drive back to Varanasi and transfer to 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.

Day 12 : Departure from New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

What's Included

11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At.
Meals.

11 Breakfast & 2 Dinner at Hotel.
All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
Local English speaking guide at New Delhi, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Varanasi and Sarnath.

Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.
Elephant / Jeep ride in Jaipur at Amber Fort.
3 Jungle Safari at Ranthambore National Park with Professional Naturalist.
Battery car ride at Fatehpur Sikri.
Sunrise visit of Taj Mahal and Tonga ride in Agra.
Boat Cruise and Evening aarti in Varanasi.
Visit to the most famous Buddhist sites at Sarnath.
One mineral water bottle per person per day.
All currently applicable taxes including GST.

What's Not Included

Visas Fee (if applicable).
Monument entry fees.
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.

Check out our Q&As

Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Only for foreign national traveller.
Company Instant Book

Yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
What currencies are required for this tour?

INR is local currency.

Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
What is the tipping policy?

Tips always optional.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3 Star Hotel
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
What is the maximum group size?

20
Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey. Its only suggestion from team HOLIDAYSAT.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

100% Departure if there is single traveller.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.
How long has the tour company been trading?

HOLIDAYSAT has been trading since 2008.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Ulises

Great trip

15-Mar-2023

Great trip! Enjoyed every day.

Bonnie Ibrahim UK

India Trip

15-Dec-2023

I thoroughly enjoyed my travel experience. The tour was well organized with a good variety of activities. The tour guide was outstanding. he was thorough and caring.

George

Wonderful trip

20-Sep-2023

This was a truly wonderful tour through an incredible and diverse country.

Brady

Excellent trip

11-May-2023

Very enjoyable trip with a great itinerary. Our local guides was excellent.

Stewart

Amazing Trip

09-Feb-2023

The tour is amazing and absolutely covers everything you want to see in India.

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