Golden Triangle with Varanasi and Bodhgaya

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Golden Triangle with Varanasi and Bodhgaya

11 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi

Visiting: New Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Abhaneri, Fatehpur Sikri, Varanasi, Sarnath, Bodh Gaya, Patna, Nalanda, Rajgir

Tour operator:

Panda Experiences

Tour code:

11GTWVAB

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

80 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

1-85

Special diets catered:

Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

From:

$2010

$1910 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$101

Tour Overview

Experience the journey of India's Golden Triangle, your trip starting from New Delhi. Next you'll visit the pink city Jaipur. Continue with the visit of Fatehpur Sikri city of Mughal era and largest & deepest stepwells in Abhaneri, our trip move forward to Agra for experience the glory of Taj Mahal and. Later we will take you to the holy city of Varanasi for boat ride along the Ganges river and explore Varanasi temples. In this trip our last destinations is Bodhgaya to know the buddhist culture and faiths. Ending your tour in the capital of India, Delhi.

Highlights

Explore famous tourist places with amazing rickshaw ride experience.
The Pink City of Rajasthan - The Amber Fort, regal City Palace with Elephant / Jeep ride at Amber, Jaipur.
Guided city tour of Agra with sunrise visit Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh.
Uncover an abandoned Mughal city, Fatehpur Sikri and largest and deepest stepwells in Abhaneri.
Sunrise boat ride along the Ganges River and explore its many temples. Varanasi.
Uncover the buddhist pilgrimage and footsteps of Lord buddha in Bodhgaya.

Places You'll See

Agra

Varanasi

Bodhgaya

Jaipur

Fatehpur Sikri

Sarnath

Delhi

Nalanda

Abhaneri

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: No Meals

On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, Our representative will assist you at airport and later transfer to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market and huge market for clothes.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : New Delhi - Jaipur (275 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Jaipur, via en-route visit Rail Museum at Rewari and enjoy your Tea / Coffee Snacks. Upon arrival at Jaipur check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : At Jaipur

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Jaipur, visit Amber Fort with Elephant ride / Jeep ride, (Optional tour to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort if time permits), visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar and drive pass to Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and Birla Temple.

After finishing your sightseeing tour of Jaipur, free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : Jaipur - Abhaneri - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (260 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Location: Agra, Abhaneri, Fatehpur Sikri

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Agra, via en-route visit to Abhaneri and explore the most famous Stepwell (Chand Baori). Chand Baori one of the largest and deepest stepwells. Also visit Fatehpur Sikri, the oldest deserted town built by Mughal Kingdom in 1571 and built by red stone, the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwane e Khas and Panch Mahal. Later continue drive to Agra. Upon arrival at Agra check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Agra - Varanasi (By Night Train)

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Overnight at Train.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning before breakfast Sunrise visit the world’s most popular and beautiful monument Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh.

After finishing your guided tour to Taj Mahal, later get back to your hotel for breakfast and refresh, later proceed for guided tour to Agra, visit Agra Fort (Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas), Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb and Jama Masjid.

Later evening transfer to Agra railway station to board the train for Varanasi.
Overnight at Train.

Day 7 : Arrival At Varanasi

Location: Varanasi, Sarnath

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Upon arrival at Varanasi railway station, our representative will meet you and later transfer to your hotel for night stay.

Later proceed for guided tour to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists, visit the Dhamekha Stupa, the Archeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa. Relax at the hotel or day free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : At Varanasi

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning boat ride at River Ganges and later drive back to your hotel and enjoy the breakfast. Later proceed for guided tour to Varanasi visit, Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath and Sankat Mochan Temple are the four famous temples in Varanasi.

Experience Ganges Aarti ceremony in evening which is performed at the banks of the Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Varanasi - Bodhgaya (255 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)

Location: Bodh Gaya

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Bodhgaya. Upon arrival at Bodhgaya check-in to your hotel for night stay. Later proceed for half day guided tour to Bodhgaya, visit Mahabodhi Temple, 80 ft high lord Buddha Statue & Various international monasteries.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Bodhgaya - Nalanda - Rajgir - Patna (110 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Patna, Nalanda, Rajgir

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Patna, via en-route visit to Rajgir & Nalanda, visit Gridhakuta (Vulture peak), World Peace Stupa, Venuvanaram & Bimbisar Prison at Rajgir. After lunch at Rajgir, later drive to Nalanda to visit the ruins of world ancient University. It was one of the oldest Universities of the World & International Center for Buddhist Studies.

Upon arrival at Patna check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : Patna - New Delhi (By Flight) And Departure

Location: New Delhi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Patna airport to board the flight for New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport transfer to International airport to board the flight for your home.

What's Included

Dining

10 Breakfast
10 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis

3 Star Accommodation.
Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences
All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
English speaking guide at New Delhi, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Nalanda and Rajgir

Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi at Chandni Chowk
Elephant / Jeep ride in Jaipur at Amber Fort
Battery car ride at Fatehpur sikri
Sunrise visit of Taj Mahal and Tonga ride in Agra
Morning Boat ride at River Ganges at Varanasi
Evening aarti at River Ganges at Varanasi
Train tickets from Agra to Varanasi
One mineral water bottle per person per day

What's Not Included

Visas Fee (if applicable)
Monument entry fees
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Check out our Q&As

What is the maximum group size?

10
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3 Star.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
What is the tipping policy?

Tips always optional.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Healthy.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
Company Instant Book

Yes
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Only for foreign national traveller.
What currencies are required for this tour?

INR is local currency.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

100% Departure if there is single traveller.
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
Do I need a visa to travel to India?

Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008

Reviews of this Operator

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Excellent Guides

06-Sep-2022

The tour was great. Maybe we went to too many places for shopping. All tour guides were excellent.

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We had a good and professional local guides in each and we visited Taj Mahal at sunset and loved all the photographs.

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