Cultural Tour of Agra and Varanasi from Delhi

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This 4-day tour through India combines a private sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal with two overnight train journeys between Delhi and Varanasi, offering a blend of iconic landmarks and spiritual experiences. In Varanasi, you’ll explore the sacred Assi Ghat and witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River, along with visits to Banaras Hindu University, Monkey Temple, and Chaukhandi Stupa in nearby Sarnath. The itinerary also includes a comprehensive day in Delhi, featuring stops at Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, and Raj Ghat, providing a broad overview of the city’s historical and cultural highlights. Admission to the Taj Mahal is not included, and the tour focuses on sightseeing and guided exploration across these key destinations in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

Inclusions

  • Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour by Air-Condition Car
  • Overnight Round Trip Air-Condition Train ticket with Sleeping beds
  • Arrival, Departure, Sightseeing in Varanasi.
  • Boat Ride on Ganges
  • Arrival With Sightseeing in Delhi.
  • Overnight Accommodation in Varanasi.
  • 3-Star Accommodation with Breakfast
  • Accommodation on Double,Twin & Triple Sharing rooms.
  • Extra Person will be provide Extra Bed in Same Room Exp-:3 will be provide 1 triple sharing room
  • All Applicable taxes
  • English Speaking Guide in Agra Only.

Exclusions

  • Monuments entrance tickets.
  • Tips, laundry & phone call.
  • Any Food
  • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks. etc.

Itinerary

Day 1

Delhi-Agra-Varanasi by Overnight Train

  • Taj Mahal

    A driver will pick you up in Delhi at around 3am to begin this full-day Agra trip.You’ll arrive at approximately 6am, just in time for a great view of the sunrise.

    Marvel at the spectacular Taj Mahal as the sun rises in the background. Your Agra guide will meet you at the monument to show you around. Take your time to admire this majestic place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most famous and beautiful buildings in the world.Visit the nearby Red Fort, another UNESCO-listed site. Often forgotten behind the nearby Taj Mahal, the Red Fort features impressive architecture and beautiful pavilions and visit the Itmad-ud-Daula(Baby Taj) Which is a Mughal mausoleum in Agra. Often described as a jewel box or "Baby Taj" the tomb of I'timad-ud-Daulah is often regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahalat. then Enjoy the lunch in Nice Restaurant.Later you will be transfer to Agra or Delhi Train Station to catch a Overnight Train to Varanasi.

Day 2

Varanasi-Arrival and Sightseeing

  • Banaras Hindu University

    On arrival at Varanasi Train station, our Representative will pick you up and transfer you to hotel.Later Enjoy the Sightseeing tour of Varanasi.visit the Banaras Hindu University.It was established in 1916 by Madan Mohan Malaviya.Monkey Temple (Durga Temple), It is devoted to Durga, the terrifying aspect of Shiva's consort, Parvati, and the embodiment of Shakti (divine female energy)Chaukhandi Stupa is an important Buddhist stupa in Sarnath,Sarnath is a place located 10 kilometres north-east of Varanasi.This modern temple has been erected by the Mahabodhi Society and Ganga Aarti, ceremony performed by several priests on the banks of River Ganges. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 3

Varanasi-Morning Boat Ride on Ganges -Delhi (By Overnight Train)

  • In the early morning, take a boat ride down the sacred river Ganges to see the sun rise over the cremation Ghats and observe the sacred rituals of the faithful on the banks of the river. Return for a walk through the cobblestone streets along the banks of the Ganges river and visit the multitude of shops selling handcrafts and holy beads, handicrafts. In the evening, board the overnight train back to Delhi.

Day 4

Delhi-Arrival and Sightseeing

  • Jama Masjid

    Delhi-up On Arrival at Delhi Train station you will pickup by our driver and will take you for Sightseeing tour of Delhi.Starts from Old Delhi .visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.after lunch you will go New Delhi sightseeing.Starts from Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue- Lotes temple, India Gate & birla temple. later you will be transfer to Delhi airport for your onward journey.

Please Note

  • This tour has 2-Overnight train journeys. for Train ticket booking we require passport screenshot of each traveler after booking