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Essence of India with Varanasi with domestic flight

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Essence of India with Varanasi with domestic flight

About this activity

The Essence of India is a perfect choice for these travellers who would like to see the most significant places for Indian culture as well as admire the beauty of architecture and find out something more about Indian traditions and customs.  The tour includes sightseeing of the cities and towns like the capital of India – Delhi, Agra – the place of Taj Mahal, “pink” city of Rajasthan Jaipur and many other interesting places such as typical Hindu town Orcchha and the town of Kamasutra temples Khajuraho. One of the most important places for Hinduism in India which you are going to see on this tour is a city situated on Ganges river Varanasi, which is perceived as the oldest and the most stunning city in the world. The tour is full of attractions and emotional moments which stay long in your memory and bring you closer to the spirituality of India.

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At a glance

Duration
11 days
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Paylesstoursindia

Ages: Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Flight from Varanasi to Delhi (luggage limit: 15 kg main luggage, 7 kg hand luggage)
  • Included: Ricksaw ride in Delhi
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Pick up and drop off in Delhi
  • Included: Accommodation in 3 star hotels as per itinerary (Ac, private bathroom)
  • Included: Breakfast
  • Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge
  • Included: Parking Fees
  • Included: Boat ride in Varanasi (morning and evening)
  • Included: Transport by AC comfortable private vehicle
  • Included: Local guides in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Orccha, Khajuraho, Varanasi

Not included

  • Not included: Meals: lunch and dinner
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Admission fees: Tickets to all monuments

Itinerary

Day 1 · Delhi

  1. Swaminarayan Akshardham

    2 hours

    Day 1: Company representatives will pick you up from the hotel or another central location in Delhi. After fresh up enjoy local sightseeing of places like modern Hindu temple Akshardham.

  2. Jama Masjid

    2 hours Admission not included

    Visit The Old Delhi travelling by rickshaw and stop for sightseeing of the Jama Masjid and the other monuments. Ride through the busy market of Old Delhi

  3. Red Fort

    2 hours Admission not included

    Stop at The Red Fort to take a picture with a possibility of sightseeing

  4. Raj Ghat

    30 min

    Visit the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi

  5. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

    one hour

    Visit one of the most popular Sikh temples in Delhi as well as the canteen where the meals are prepared for thousends of people every day..

Accommodation in a 3 star category hotel

Day 2 · New delhi

  1. India Gate

    one hour

    After breakfast enjoy sightseeing of New Delhi. Visit places like The India Gate and Diplomatic District where you can see The Parliament House, Secretarial Buildings.

  2. Lotus Temple

    2 hours

    Visit the temple of all the believes and faithes in the shape of Lotus flower

  3. Humayun's Tomb

    2 hours Admission not included

    Visit the famous Mugal tomb on Unesco site. Admire unique architectre of the monument

  4. Qutub Minar

    2 hours Admission not included

    See the biggest brick minaret in India on Unesco site as well as the complex of mosques

Overnight at 3 star hotel

Day 3 · Jaipur

  1. Monkey Temple

    2 hours Admission not included

    On the way to Jaipur do sightseeing of a beautiful complex od the temples where lots of monkey live

Overnight at 3 star hotel

Day 4 · Jaipur

  1. Amber Palace

    2 hours Admission not included

    After breakfast meet the guide and do local sightseeing of the city. Visit places like Amber fort - a magnificent fort palace situated among hills

  2. Jal Mahal

    30 min

    Stop for a picture at The Water palace.

  3. Hawa Mahal - The Palace of Breeze

    one hour Admission not included

    Stop for the picture at the Palace of wind - a characteristic wall with more than 1000 tiiny windows with the possibility of sightseeing the place from inside.

  4. The City Palace

    2 hours Admission not included

    Vist the City palace complex - the museum and royal exhibitions.

  5. Royal Gaitor Tumbas

    one hour Admission not included

    Visit beautiful tombs of the royal family situated among the hills in a very quiet place.

Overnight at a 3 star hotel · Overnight at a 3 star hotel

Day 5 · Agra

  1. Stop 1

    2 hours Admission not included

    On the way to Agra do sightseeing of the palace complex in an abandoned city Fatehpur Sikri.

  2. Agra Fort

    2 hours Admission not included

    Afte breakfast do sightseeing with a professional guide of a beaautiful fort in Agra.

Overnigt at a 3 star hotel.

Day 6 · Agra

  1. Taj Mahal

    2 hours Admission not included

    Visit the symbol of love Taj Mahal with a guide at the sunrise. After that come back to the hotel for breakfast.

  2. Stop 2

    2 hours Admission not included

    After breakfast drive to the small Hindu town Orchha and do the local sightseeing of the town which is famous for temples and beautiful medival palaces.

Overnight at a 3 star hotel.

Day 7 · Khajuraho

  1. Stop 1

    3 hours

    Visit the Rama temple and a palace where you can admire the town view. Spend some leisure time in the town.

Overnight at a 3 star hotel.

Day 8 · Khajuraho

  1. Khajuraho Temples

    5 hours Admission not included

    Visit the western and eastern complex of the temples which are on UNESCO site.

Overnight at a 3 star hotel.

Day 9 · Varanasi

  1. Ganga Aarti

    2 hours

    Watch a spectacular ceremony of giving fite to the gods - Aarti at Ganges river.

Overnight at a 3 star hotel.

Day 10 · Varanasi

  1. Varanasi Boat Booking

    3 hours Admission included

    Enjoy a morning boatride at Ganges river and observe the famous ghats, temples and cremations.

  2. Sarnath

    3 hours Admission not included

    Leave for Sarnath (6 km away). Sarnath in the northeast of Varanasi is where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Popular attractions here are Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum and Chaukhandi StupIn Varanasi.

  3. Alamgir Mosque

    one hour Admission not included

    Visit a famous Varanasi mosque

Overnigt at a 3 star hotel.

Day 11 · Varanasi

  1. Stop 1

    4 hours Admission included

    After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport in Varanasi. Flight from Varanasi to Delhi. Pick up from the airport in Delhi and drop off to the hotel or another location in Delhi.

    Limit for the main luggage is 15 kg, hand luggage 7 kg.

    1 kg extra costs 5 USD.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Inn Tawang
  • Indira Gandhi Intl Airport

Provide us with a pick up address in Delhi so that we can pick you up

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

  • Dress properly to the temples and mosques (arms and legs must be covered)

Options

  • Car with a personal driver

    Duration: 11 days

    Maruti Suzuki 6 + 1: bottled water

    English-speaking driver

    Pickup included

  • 3 star accommodation

    3 star hotels

    Duration: 11 days

    breakfast

    Maruti Suzuki 6+1: car with a personal English-speaking driver

    attractions : rickshaw ride, boatride in Varanasi, domestic flight Varanasi Delhi

    Pickup included

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