Golden Triangle with Lucknow & Varanasi
Why we love it?
The "Golden Triangle with Lucknow & Varanasi" tour offers a comprehensive 10-day exploration of India’s cultural and historical highlights. Travelers will visit iconic sites such as the Taj Mahal in Agra, the vibrant streets of Lucknow, and the spiritual essence of Varanasi, making it ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and local traditions. The tour includes accommodations, daily breakfasts, and private transportation, ensuring a comfortable experience while local guides provide insights into each destination's unique heritage. This itinerary is particularly suited for cultural enthusiasts and those looking to immerse themselves in the diverse tapestry of Indian life.
Inclusions
- Breakfast
- Assistance on arrival at the airport.
- 9 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
- Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water in the car.
- Government taxes.
Exclusions
- Any flight ticket.
- Camera charges at monuments if any.
- Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Itinerary
Day 1 Day 1
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Arrive Delhi
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Activity
On arrival at Delhi International airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel check in. Rest time free & easy to relax.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Delhi full day city tour
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Full day city tour of Delhi, visiting landmark of Old Delhi which include Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk.
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Activity
Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 Day 3
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Activity
Delhi - Jaipur (265km/ 5hr approx drive)
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Activity
Breakfast at hotel drive to Jaipur check in at hotel.
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Evening explore the pink city and visit the colorful bazaars. As per your interest wrap up your day by watching Bollywood movie at the opulent Rajmandir Cinema.
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Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 Breakfast at hotel
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Jaipur full day city tour
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Full day city tour of Jaipur, visit the majestic Amer Fort and enjoy fort access safari and Jaigarh Fort. Later visit the city monuments including City Palace, Observatory, Palace of Winds, Albert Hall Museum and Birla Temple.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 5 Day 5
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Jaipur - Abhaneri - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (245km/ 5hr approx drive)
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Breakfast at hotel drive to Agra en route visit Abhaneri a small village popular for the amazing step wells & Hindu Temple and Fatehpur Sikri the 16th century ghost town. Further drive to Agra check in at hotel.
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Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 Day 6
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Agra - Lucknow (335km/ 6hr approx drive)
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Sunrise visit Taj Mahal followed by breakfast at hotel. Visit Agra Fort & Itmad-ud-daulah's Tomb.
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Afternoon drive to Lucknow check in at hotel.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 Breakfast at hotel
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Lucknow full day city tour
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Full day city tour visit Bara Imambara, British Residency, Chattar Manzil, Jama Masjid & Rumi Darwaza. Evening walk on Hazratganj Market.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 Day 8
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Lucknow - Varanasi (330km/ 6hr approx drive)
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Activity
Breakfast at hotel drive to Varanasi check in at hotel.
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Evening Ghats’s & temples visit, attend Holy River Ganges aarti riding a boat.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 Breakfast at hotel
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Varanasi full day city tour
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Activity
Sunrise ghat visit and boat ride followed by breakfast at hotel.
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City tour of Varanasi visit World famous Benaras Hindu University, The Ramnagar Fort Palace & Many Temples. Afternoon excursion to Sarnath one of the three holiest sites for Buddhists where the Buddha delivered his first sermon in 528 BC. There are many temples here, representing the many cultures where Buddhism is the dominant religious philosophy.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Varanasi - Delhi (flight) - Departure
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As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi.
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From Delhi board connecting flight for your onward destination.
Please Note
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Hotels used or similar
- Delhi x 2 nights
- 3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza
- 4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
- 5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges
- Jaipur x 2 nights
- 3* - Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean
- 4* - Holiday Inn City Centre/ Lemon Tree Premier
- 5* - ITC Rajputana/ Hilton Jaipur
- Agra x 1 night
- 3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj
- 4* - Radisson Hotel/ Crystal Sarovar Premier
- 5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott
- Lucknow x 2 nights
- 3* - Sapna Clarks Inn/ Hotel Lineage
- 4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ La Place Sarovar Portico
- 5* - Renaissance Hotel/ Hyatt Regency
- Varanasi x 2 nights
- 3* - Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel
- 4* - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges
- 5* - Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel Taj
- As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotel.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 2 days before start
Non-refundable after 2 days before start
