8 Days Private Golden Triangle tour with Ancient city Varanasi for Backpackers

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Delhi Airport - Transfer to hotel

Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
On arrival meet & greet with tour representative at Delhi airport and later transfer to the pre-booked hotel in Delhi. Day at leisure and overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Persona International or similar 3-star hotel

Day 2: Delhi - Jaipur

Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
Today after breakfast drive to Jaipur (5-6 hours drive). Upon arrival in Jaipur visit at Jantar-Mantar (Observatory) & City Palace museum. Later check-in to the hotel in Jaipur. Overnight stay.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, Tripoliya Bazaar near entrance to City Palace, Jaipur 302020 India
Jantar Mantar:-built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the huge masonry instruments were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. Enormous sun-dial still provides accurate time, which is subject to daily corrections.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast will be taken in Delhi hotel than check out and proceed to Jaipur this day
Accommodation included: Hotel Rajputana Haveli in Jaipur or similar 3-star hotel

Day 3: Jaipur City tour

Stop At: Albert Hall Museum, Agrasen Hospital Marg Adarsh Nagar, Jaipur 302004 India
Today after breakfast start the day sightseeing with Albert Hall (Drive Pass).
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, Jaipur 302002 India
Later proceed to Pink city Jaipur visit Hawa Mahal (Drive Pass): built-in 1799, by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, is the most recognizable monument of Jaipur. The 5 storied stunning semi-octagonal monument having 152 windows with over hanging latticed balconies is a fine piece of Rajput architecture. Originally designed for the royal ladies to watch and enjoy the processions and other activities, on the street below.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Amber Fort Palace, Jaipur 302021 India
Later drive crossing from the pink city old town reach at Amber Fort: The old capital of the Kachhwahas stands atop a range of craggy hills. The fort is remarkable as much for the majestic grandeur of its surroundings as for its sturdy battlements and beautiful palaces. It is a fine blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. The solemn dignity of it red sandstone and white marble pavilions, when reflected in the lake at the foothill, is a sight to behold. The original palace was built by Raja Man Singh, the additional extensions were built by Maharaja Mirja Raja Jai Singh and Sawai Jai Singh lIthe last Maharaja of Amer, who built a new city called Jaipur, where he shifted his capital in 1727.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jal Mahal, Amer Road, Jaipur 302002 India
Jal Mahal (A water palace - Drive Pass): On the way from Amer, this small palace is set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Renovation around the lake is in progress.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Johri Bazaar, Johari Bazaar Road, Jaipur 302001 India
Later visit famous Jaipur's block painting workshop to experience Jaipur's famous art. Later explore the local market in pink city "Johari Bazar. Later return to the hotel. Overnight stay in Jaipur
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: After breakfast in Jaipur hotel start the day sightseeing
Accommodation included: Hotel Rajputana Haveli or similar 3-star accommodation

Day 4: Jaipur - Agra via visit entroute "Abhaneri step well"

Stop At: Chand Baori (Step well), Jaipur-Agra Road, Abhaneri 303313 India
After breakfast in Jaipur hotel check out and drive to Agra. Enroute visit at Abhaneri Village. Abhaneri is a village in the Dausa district of Rajasthan state in India. It is situated at a distance of 95 km from Jaipur, on the Jaipur-Agra road. The place is popular for the Chand Baori stepwell and Harshat Mata Temple. On arrival Agra check-in to the hotel, Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast will be taken in Jaipur hotel than check out and proceed to Agra this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Royal Residency or similar 3-star accommodation

Day 5: Agra Tour - Varanasi (Overnight train journey)

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Agra 282001 India
TajMahal:-You cannot think of Agra without thinking of TajMahal. Or, you might not have thought of Agra were it not for the monument of love. TajMahal, the white marble beauty was constructed by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, MumtazMahal. The monument stands proof for the brilliance of Mughal architecture. Named as one of the wonders of the world, TajMahal stands the test of time. It has been declared as World Heritage Site in the year 1983. It is a feast to your eyes and senses to watch the unmatched beauty on the night of full moon day. (*Taj Mahal Closed on every Friday)
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Agra Fort :-You would regret if you miss Agra Fort during your visit to Agra. The 16th century monument is yet another proof of the architectural brilliance of Mughals. This is situated near the gardens of the world famous TajMahal. Called the Red Fort of Agra, you will be awe inspired by the powerful fortress. The fortress comprises many palaces namely, Jahangir Palace, KhasMahal and so on. There are audience halls and two mosques. The entire fortress is a symbol of Mughal’s grandeur. It was in Agra Fort Shah Jahan was held prisoner by Aurangazeb, his son. Shah Jahan, the emperor, spent his last days here viewing the monument of love he had built for his wife.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Yamuna River, Agra 282001 India
Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah is a Mughal mausoleum in the city of Agra in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Often described as a "jewel box", sometimes called the "Bachcha Taj", the tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah is often regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal.
Take rest at hotel lobby. Evening transfer to the train station in Agra overnight train journey.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast will be taken in Agra hotel.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 6: Arriving Varanasi

Stop At: Banaras Ghats, Varanasi 221002 India
Upon arrival in Varanasi train station meet & greet with tour representative later transfer to the hotel in Varanasi. Free for your own chose activities day at Leisure. Overnight at hotel in Varanasi.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Premiere Villa Varanasi or similar 3-star accommodation

Day 7: Varanasi - Delhi by train - Overnight in train.

Stop At: Banaras Ghats, Varanasi 221002 India
Today after breakfast the day free for your own activities. Evening you have to board the train from Varanasi to Delhi.
Overnight in Train.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 8: Arriving Delhi - City tour - Departure airport

Stop At: National Capital Territory of Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Today meet & greet with tour representative at train station, later start city tour and can visit some places in Delhi as per your flight departure time scheduled:

Red Fort (Closed on Monday)
Jama Masjid (Mosque)
Lotus temple (Closed on Monday)
India Gate
Humayun's Tomb
Qutub Minar
Later drop to the airport for onward destination.
Duration: 6 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.