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GT - Varanasi Tour 7 Days

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Overview

            New Delhi has places like India Gate, Red Fort, Qutab Minar.  Jaipur has Jal Mahal, Amber Fort, Jantar-Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Central Museum, Nahargarh Fort.  Agra fort is the Gem of Mughal era. There are no unique words to express Agra. An earth-shattering symbol of love at India.

       Varanasi is known for its hours of dawn, when the city is in its most serene state. Varanasi is an important city for  Hindus because it is dedicated to the god Shiva. There is a belief that bathing in the Ganges will help to purify them and wash away their sins.


Itinerary

  • Day1

    ARRIVAL - DELHI

    Upon arrival in Delhi, meet our tour representative who’ll escort you to the hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.

    Delhi

  • Day2

    DELHI - AGRA

    Morning after breakfast drive you to Agra. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned Mughal town. Upon arrival in Agra, check into the hotel. Thereafter, enjoy sightseeing tour of Agra covering Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daulah and Taj Mahal. Overnight stay in Agra.

    233 km / 3 h 43 min  Agra Breakfast

  • Day3

    AGRA - DELHI

    Early morning visit to the Taj Mahal, one the Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631 and it took 18 years and over 20,000 craftsmen to complete this monument in memory by an emperor for his beloved queen. Legend has it that once construction was completed, the emperor had the architects hands cut off, and blinded, so he would never be able to duplicate the structure anywhere else. After breakfast proceed to Delhi. Enroute visit Akshardham Temple. On arrival Delhi visit Parliament House, India Gate, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Gandhi Memorial and Qutub Minar Complex. Overnight stay in Delhi.

    233 km / 3 h 43 min  Delhi Breakfast

  • Day4

    DELHI - VARANASI

    Morning fly to Varanasi, on the banks of the sacred Ganges River, is one of the oldest living cities in the world. For Hindus the city is a very special place of pilgrimage. Hindus consider that a dip in the holy Ganges washes away all the sins and purifies the soul. Upon arrival in Varanasi meet & assistance by our representative, then transfer to your hotel. After freshup visit to kashi vishwanath temple, The temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga. Kashi Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one the 12 jyothirlinga temples. Evening enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges to witness an Aarti ceremony, a very powerful and uplifting spiritual ritual that uses fire as an offering. It's made in the form of a small 'diya' with a candle and flowers and a large number of these are floated down the river, a truly magical sight. Overnight in Varanasi.

    861 km / 13 h 30 min  Varanasi Breakfast

  • Day5

    VARANASI

    Early morning proceed for a boat ride on the sacred river Ganges to see the sunrise and the cremation ghats to witness the living tradition of one of the world's oldest religions. Then back to hotel and take breakfast. Then visit Durga Temple, Kalbhairav temple & Bharat Mata Mandir. Later drive to Sarnath, one of the Buddhism’s major centers of India. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha came to Sarnath where he gave his first sermon. Visit the deer park and the museum and evening back to hotel. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

    Varanasi Breakfast

  • Day6

    VARANASI – DELHI

    Morning fly to Delhi. On arrival go for delhi sightseeing, Visit Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate, and the Gandhi Memorial. Also visit embassies and the Parliament House, Humayun's Tomb and the Qutab Minar. Then return to hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.

    861 km / 13 h 30 min  Delhi Breakfast

  • Day7

    DELHI - DEPARTURE

    After breakfast free and easy until transfer to Delhi Airport for your onward destination with sweet memories of your holiday.

    Breakfast

Directions


Include / Exclude

Inclusion


  • Accommodation with breakfast in the selected hotels on twin or triple sharing basis.

  • Meal Plan as per the itinerary.

  • Assisstance of driver cum guide.

  • All transfers and sightseeing by Air conditioned vehicle.

  • Driver allowance, Fuel charges, Parking, Toll, Interstate tax etc.

Exclusion


  • International airfare and airport taxes.

  • Travel Insurance

  • All Entrances fees

  • Tips and porter charges

  • Personal expenses.

  • Any other services not specified above

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Things to do

DELHI

1. Red Fort - The Red Fort is a historic fort in the city of Delhi, capital of India. Nearly 200 years, it was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal dynasty, until 1856.

2. Qutub Minar - The Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli area of Delhi, it is the most popular monument in India. The red sandstone tower of Qutb Minar is 72.5 meter high.

3. Jama Masjid - The Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India, was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656 at a cost of 1 million rupees. This great mosque is the largest in India, with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees.

4. India Gate - The India Gate is a war memorial to Undivided Indian Army soldiers who died during World War I, located astride the Rajpath, on the eastern edge of the "ceremonial axis" of New Delhi, India, formerly called Kingsway. The burning flame is manned by members from the three Indian Armed Forces 24×7.

5. Lotus Temple - The Lotus Temple, located in Delhi, is built in the shape of a lotus flower was completed in1986 it is set among the lush green landscaped gardens. Notable for its flowerlike shape, it has become a prominent attraction in the city.

AGRA

1. Taj Mahal - The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river in the Indian city of Agra. Come to unfold the pages from the past to churn the charm out of its mystique and enrich your imagination about this marvel of an epic in stone, The Taj!

2. Agra Fort - Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. The fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Before the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi, It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638.

3. Tomb of Akbar the Great - Akbar’s tomb is the resting place of Akbar, Mughal Emperor.  This is the mausoleum that Akbar chose for himself but could not finish it during his time. However, people choose winter, as it will be pleasing with mild climate.

4. Itmad-ud-Daula - This monument is considered as an inspiration for the world wonder, Taj Mahal was also named as 'Baby Taj'. However, the tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah is a more delicate artwork with marble lattice screens and fine carvings. 

5. Moti Masjid - Moti Masjid is one of the Mosques that was built during Shah Jahan, is situated in the premises of the Red Fort in Agra.


 VARANASI 

 1.Ganga Aarti

            Each evening the boats on the River Ganga converge at the Dashashwamedha Ghat for the magical Aarti. Five-seven young priests follow a practiced routine with flaming lamps, incense sticks, conches and other holy paraphernalia to a live bhajan sung on the microphone – the synchrony is mesmerizing. 

2.Boat ride along River Ganga

                      Boating down the Ganga River during sunrise is one of the main attractions in Varanasi. One can observe here the Hindu way of life along the banks of the Ganga (Ghats) River. Start your day with a boat ride at dawn and witness the heavenly beauty of the pious Ghats and the delightful ambience of Varanasi.  

3.Ghat Sandhya

             Daily evening a dedicated team of “culture enthusiasts”, quietly descend upon the Gangamahal-Reewa Ghat from different corners of city and bring the venue to life at around 6:00 pm that is ornamented with soulful gala of music & dance. 

4.Shopping of Silk Sarees

            Varanasi is famous for its Silk Sarees and the brocades hand-woven in Gold or Silver thread. These masterpieces of elegance and artwork have always fascinated the to-be brides and Saree aficionados. 

5.Shopping of Stone-Carved Toys

             The city also offers stone-carved toys. Varanasi is also a good place to shop for musical instruments like sitar and tabla. The cost of the instrument depends primarily on the type of wood used. 





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