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Golden Triangle & Varanasi Tour – 7 Days of Culture, Spirituality & Iconic India

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5.0 (57 reviews)
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Arrival in Delhi

    Arrival in Delhi
    Start point
    New Delhi, Delhi, India (New Delhi Airport, 01:00 - 23:55)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Hotel Pride Plaza), Hotel 4* (Golden Grand New Delhi)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore colorful markets
    • Sample street food
  3. Day 2

    Delhi to Jaipur

    Delhi to Jaipur
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Jaipur The Lalit ), Hotel 4* (Hotel The Fern Residency )

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Jama Masjid
    • Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk
    • Visit Raj Ghat (Gandhi's memorial)
    • Drive past India Gate, Parliament House, and Rashtrapati Bhavan
    Landmarks
    Jama Masjid
    Chandni Chowk
    Red Fort
    Raj Ghat
    India Gate
    Parliament House
    Rashtrapati Bhavan
  4. Day 3

    Jaipur

    Jaipur
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel The Fern Residency ), Hotel 5* (Jaipur The Lalit )

    Included Activities

    • Ascend Amber Fort by jeep or elephant
    • Stop for photos at Jal Mahal (Water Palace)
    • Visit City Palace
    • Visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)
    • Stroll through Jaipur's bazaars
    Landmarks
    Amber Fort
    Jal Mahal
    City Palace
    Hawa Mahal
  5. Day 4

    Jaipur to Agra

    Jaipur to Agra
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Welcome lunch), Dinner (Welcome dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Hotel Courtyard Marriott), Hotel 4* (Hotel Howard Plaza The Fern )

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Fatehpur Sikri
    • Visit Buland Darwaza
    • Visit Jama Masjid (Fatehpur Sikri)
    • Visit palace of Akbar the Great

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along the Yamuna River
    Landmarks
    Fatehpur Sikri
    Buland Darwaza
  6. Day 5

    Agra

    Agra
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Sleeper Train (Air Conditioned Super-Fast Sleeper Train )

    Included Activities

    • Early morning visit to Taj Mahal
    • Visit Agra Fort
    • Visit Itmad-Ud-Daullah (Baby Taj)
    • Overnight train to Varanasi (AC Sleeper)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Mehtab Bagh for sunset views of the Taj
    Landmarks
    Taj Mahal
    Agra Fort
    Itmad-Ud-Daullah
    Mehtab Bagh
  7. Day 6

    Arrival in Varanasi

    Arrival in Varanasi
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel The Fern Residency Sarnath), Hotel 5* (Hotel Radisson Varanasi)

    Included Activities

    • Explore winding alleys, ancient temples, and vibrant ghats
    • Witness Ganga Aarti ceremony
  8. Day 7

    Varanasi to Delhi (Departure)

    Varanasi to Delhi (Departure)
    End point
    New Delhi, Delhi, India (New Delhi Airport, 01:00 - 23:55)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges
    • Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    Landmarks
    Kashi Vishwanath Temple

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Where You'll Stay

  • Hotel Pride Plaza, Aerocity, New Delhi

    Hotel Pride Plaza

    Hotel 5*
    day 1

  • Golden Grand New Delhi

    Hotel 4*
    day 1
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  • Jaipur The Lalit

    Hotel 5*
    Days 2, 3
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    Hotel The Fern Residency

    Hotel 4*
    Days 2, 3
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  • Hotel Courtyard Marriott

    Hotel 5*
    day 4
  • Facade

    Hotel Howard Plaza The Fern

    Hotel 4*
    day 4
    Upgrade Available

  • Air Conditioned Super-Fast Sleeper Train

    Sleeper Train
    day 5
    Upgrade Available

  • Hotel The Fern Residency Sarnath

    Hotel 4*
    day 6
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  • Hotel Radisson Varanasi

    Hotel 5*
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Traveler Moments

  • Stone gate with detailed carvings leading to golden temple.
  • Golden temple structure surrounded by other temples.
  • People performing a ceremony with lit up surroundings.
  • People at a riverside with stairs and lights.
  • Colorful narrow street with closed shops.
  • Man in orange robe on stairs with painted walls.
  • Woman standing against an old wall.
  • Green ornate doors in an old building.
  • Evening view of a riverfront with illuminated buildings.
  • Crowded riverside with boats and colorful decorations.
  • Person sitting on a step in traditional attire next to a pair of sandals.
  • Colorful mural depicting a figure with a conch, against a backdrop of a river.
  • Taj Mahal framed by lush green trees under a clear blue sky.
  • Hawa Mahal with its intricately designed windows in Jaipur.
  • Close-up of the Hawa Mahal's windows with colorful glass.
  • Long corridor with detailed arches and columns.
  • A palace structure with a dome and detailed architecture.
  • A mosque with elegant domes and detailed architecture.
  • Fort-like structure with arched windows and domes atop a hill.
  • People and boats along the river at sunset.
  • Man rowing a boat on a river during sunset.
  • Crowd on riverfront steps with boats on the water.
  • Glasses on a table in a restaurant setting.
  • Historic fort entrance with detailed carvings.
  • Garden surrounded by a fort wall and hills.
  • Elephants decorated for a procession outside a fort.
  • Hawa Mahal facade with intricate architectural details.
  • Ancient stupas at an archaeological site.
  • Artisan crafting block prints on fabric.
  • Building partially submerged in a lake.
  • Large crowd gathered for a religious ceremony
  • Sadhu with painted face sitting inside a temple
  • Intricate facade of a historical building
  • Ghat with people and burning pyres beside a river
  • Elephants with tourists on a street
  • Historic tower and dome structure
  • A person with a painted face and traditional beads.'
  • The facade of the Hawa Mahal with multiple windows.
  • A historic fort with Indian flags flying on top.
  • A woman in a hat poses in front of a pink facade with many windows.
  • A tall minaret and a mosque against a cloudy sky.
  • A person selling various colorful items on the ground.
  • The Taj Mahal with its gardens and reflecting pool.
  • Group of people posing in front of historical architecture.
  • A large, historical fort with detailed architecture.
  • An illuminated arch at night.
  • Group of people on a boat ride on a river near a bridge.

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  • Itinerary
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  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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  • Tour Operator
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  • WOLFGANG5.0•November 2025
    Hi Harsh, thanks for your and your's team highly professionell attitude. We appreciated very much that we were...
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    Traveled in November 2025
    Reply from: Creative India Journey
    Dear Mr. Wolfgang & Ms. Zuzana, Thank you so much for your wonderful message — we’re delighted you enjoyed the trip and felt well supported by our guides and drivers. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you again anytime. Warm regards, Harsh & Team Creative India Journey
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  • Raff5.0•October 2025
    Led by Harsh
    We are an Italian couple and just finished the Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi — it was an incredible experience!...
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    Reply from: Creative India Journey
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed your Golden Triangle with Varanasi tour. It was a pleasure hosting you both, and we truly appreciate your warm feedback.
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  • Ryan5.0•May 2025
    An incredible North India tour with Creative India Journey! Flawless logistics, rich experiences, and expert guides...
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    Traveled in February 2025
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    Dear Ryan, Namaste from India! Thank you so much for your review! We are glad to know that you had a good time in this tour. Hope to welcome you back in India soon!
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  • Isaac5.0•May 2025
    An unforgettable experience! Our family loved the Golden Triangle (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur) and Varanasi was magical. The...
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    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: Creative India Journey
    Thank you so much for your review! We are glad to know that you had a good time in this tour. Hope to welcome you back in India soon!
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    Sasha5.0•May 2025
    We (three female travelers) booked the Golden Triangle with Varanasi tour through Creative India Journey-our first...
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    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: Creative India Journey
    Dear Sasha, Namaste! Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you all felt safe and well taken care of during your first trip to India—it was our pleasure to make your journey memorable. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another adventure! Warm regards, Harsh Creative India Journey
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  • Emma5.0•May 2025
    Our trip was perfectly planned, covering Delhi’s historic sites, Agra’s breathtaking Taj Mahal, Jaipur’s royal charm,...
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    Traveled in January 2025
    Reply from: Creative India Journey
    Thank you so much for your review! We are glad to know that you had a good time in this tour. Hope to welcome you back in India soon!
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  • Debashish5.0•May 2025
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our 7-day Golden Triangle & Varanasi tour was amazing! From Delhi's history to Agra's Taj Mahal, Jaipur's...
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    Thank you so much for your review! We are glad to know that you had a good time in this tour. Hope to welcome you back in India soon!
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  • Tejal5.0•May 2025
    An amazing trip! Loved seeing the Taj Mahal, Jaipur's beautiful forts, and the magical Ganga Aarti in Varanasi....
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    Traveled in March 2025
    Reply from: Creative India Journey
    Thank you so much for your review! We are glad to know that you had a good time in this tour. Hope to welcome you back in India soon!
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  • Henry5.0•May 2025
    Amazing tour - loved every bit of it! Rich in culture, history and heritage. Highly recommend this tour and...
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    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: Creative India Journey
    Thank you so much for your review! We are glad to know that you had a good time in this tour. Hope to welcome you back in India soon!
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  • Charlotte5.0•May 2025
    We had an amazing time on this tour. Perfect blend of heritage, history and culture. Highly recommend!
    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: Creative India Journey
    Thank you so much for your review! We are glad to know that you had a good time in this tour. Hope to welcome you back in India soon!
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