12-Day Golden Triangle Tour With Orchha, Khajuraho & Varanasi From Delhi

Get transferred to your pre-booked hotel, complete the check-in formalities and relax for the same hours.

ari Baoli Spice Market, a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry, and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery, and traditional Indian sweets.

It was the main residence of the Mughal Dynasty and is located in the city center. It is made from red sandstone and that is where it gets its name from. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.

The spiral staircase in this minaret has 379 staircases. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and visited by many every day.

It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the war.

Jama Masjid is made up of red sandstone and marble. It was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people every day.

latform in an open-air complex that marks Gandhi's cremated spot.

ring of colonnaded Georgian-style buildings with global chain stores, vintage cinemas, bars and Indian restaurants. Stalls at Janpath Market sell saris, embroidered bags, and trinkets.

Over night stay in Delhi hotel.

Jaipur, also known as the Pink City of India. On the way see the Jaipur fort, Situated on the top of a hill, was built by Raja Man Singh I. It is known for its artistic elements and unique architecture. The Maota Lake located in front of the monument acts as a source of water for the fort.

And rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self. Over night stay in Jaipur.

It was originally the administrative and ceremonial seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur, constructed in 1721. It was also the location of religious and cultural events that took place at that time. It now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum and continues to be the home of the Jaipur royal family.

It is a collection of nineteen astronomical instruments built by Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye.

The palace and the lake were renovated and expanded in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber.

red and pink sandstone, distinguishing it from the surroundings. The palace is a five-storey pyramidal-shaped monument and was built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799.

ruler and wanderlust, the construction of Albert Hall Museum started in the year 1876. With the foundation stone being laid during the visit of Albert Edward (King Edward VII), the Prince of Wales, there was a lot of uncertainty that revolved around the actual purpose of this structure.

This market of exquisite jewellery and artefacts can immerse shoppers in its glittering glory. It is considered to be one of the oldest markets in Jaipur City.

Rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self. Over night stay in Jaipur hotel.

On the way, visit two hidden gems of India. Visit Chand Baori, Built during the 8th and 9th centuries, has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20m to the bottom of the well.

Red sandstone buildings cluster in the city center. Enter from the grand Buland Darwaza gate, which will lead you to the entrance of the Jama Masjid mosque. Nearby is the marble Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Also, check out the Jodha Bais Palace, a unique fusion of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles.

Overnight stay in Agra hotel.

thern bank of the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal : It also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. It is one of the world's seven wonders and is a magnificent sight for the eyes !

perors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before colonial rule, the Marathas were the last Indian rulers to have occupied the fort.

Over night stay in Agra hotel.

Gwalior Fort, Known as ‘the pearl among fortresses in India’, the impenetrable Gwalior Fort has witnessed many wars and events. Standing tall atop a rocky mountain, this architectural marvel spreads over an area of 3 sq. km and is visible from all the corners of the city. Several attractions inside the fort include palaces, temples and water tanks, and it might take almost a day to explore the place.

Jai Vilas Palace is a grand structure built by Jayaji Rao Scindia in 1874. The building has European-style architecture and is quite famous for its Durbar Hall, which is adorned with some of the grandest chandeliers in the world and a huge carpet that took nearly 12 years to weave. The rooms in the palace have been converted into a museum, and exhibit furniture, paintings, sculptures, decorative art, textiles and more collected by the royal family.

Overnight stay in Gwalior hotel.

On the way, see the Jhansi fort. Visit the Jhansi Fort, Built by Raja Bir Singh Deo of Orchha in 1613 CE and served as a stronghold of the Chandela Kings from the 11th to 17th century AD. In the 18th century, Jhansi served as the capital of Maratha province and later the Princely State of Jhansi from 1804 to 1853 CE. The fort was the residence of the great Rani Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi, who fought the British East India Company during the 1857 War of Independence. This fort has witnessed the fiery battle led by Rani Lakshmi Bai. The queen and her army fought fiercely for two weeks during the mutiny.

Orchha is a city dotted with artistically-beautiful palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th centuries that still retain much of its pristine perfection. After some relaxation, go sightseeing at Orchha Fort Complex. Visit the Jehangir Mahal, built in the 17th century by Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo to commemorate the visit of Emperor Jehangir to Orchha. Delicate chhatris and trellis work to counterbalance its strong lines. Explore the Raj Mahal crowned by chhatris and exquisite interiors, boldly colourful murals based on religious themes. Visit the Ram Raja Temple, which is the most unusual as it is a palace-turned temple where Rama is worshipped as a Raja (King). Head to the Laxminarayan Temple, linked by a flagstone path to the Ram Raja Temple. Its interiors contain the most exquisite wall paintings in Orchha.

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On arrival, check in to the hotel. Khajuraho was the capital of the Chandela kings, and its temples were built in a short span of hundred years from 950-1050 AD. Most of them were destroyed by Muslim invaders. Adorned with exquisite sculpture, only 22 temples remain of the original 85. Khajuraho’s temples are covered with hundreds of sculptured figures - a galaxy of Gods and Goddesses, beasts and serpents and a multitude of erotic couples which represent a passion for life, love and joy.

the Khajuraho Group of Temples that speak volumes of the grandeur of Chandela Kings. These temples were around 200 years back. These are a set of temples divided into eastern, western and southern wings. Meticulously-designed Jain Temples majorly dominate the Eastern wing. The Parsvanath Temple is the largest temple in this wing. The western wing features some of the finest temples, including the Andariya Mahadev Temple, Devi Jagadambe Temple, Chausat Yogini and Chitragupt Temple etc. while the Southern wing comprises three temples: Duladeo Temple, Chaturbhuj Temple and Beejamandal Temple. All these temples display exquisite detailing and erotic carvings that are hard to find anywhere else in India.

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On arrival at Varanasi, Our driver will meet you and transfer you to the hotel.

It starts at about 6:45 PM, after sunset, and lasts 45 minutes. People gather around the ghat almost 90 minutes before the beginning of the beautiful procession. You can head to the ghat an hour earlier, grab a spot on the stairs or hire a boat to watch the aarti. Even though an hour early may sound like a long wait, but with all the preparations and crowd around you, the time will fly in the blink of an eye !

Consider waking up early and taking a sunrise cruise along the river — negotiate with one of the countless boatmen hanging out along the ghats. Enjoy soaking in the spectacular sunrise, then return to the hotel for breakfast.

The 18th-century sandstone fort and palace is no longer used as a defensive structure but instead houses a quirky museum brimming with vintage automobiles, elaborate hookahs, antique weapons, sedan chairs decked out in jewels, and a one-of-a-kind astronomical clock that's more than 150 years old.

Here, find the Dhamek Stupa, a massive stone and brick structure that's 43.6 meters tall and 28 meters in diameter. The stupa was built more than 1,500 years ago as a replacement for a structure that dated back to 249 BCE.

Hindu deity Shiva, has earned the nickname "The Golden Temple" for its striking spire — plated in some 800 kilograms of pure gold. The distinctive design of this temple has gone on to inspire the architecture of hundreds of other temples across India.

Hindus believe that Manikarnika Ghat is one of the most auspicious places for the departed to reach moksha (emancipation from the cycle of spiritual rebirth). The funeral pyre at this ghat burns 24/7, and around 100 cremations take place every day.

The well-respected public university is home to more than 25,000 students, making it one of Asia's largest residential universities.

Over night stay in Varanasi hotel.

o board your flight back home with marking the end of this tour.