Which month is best to visit India?

Generally, the most pleasant time to visit is between October and March when the weather is cooler and more comfortable.

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From Delhi to Varanasi

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Platinum Operator: Trafalgar
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Delhi
Delhi
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Radisson Blu Towers)
Day 2
Delhi
Delhi
Accommodation
Hotel (Radisson Blu Towers)
Included Activities
- Rickshaw ride through Old Delhi
- Visit Red Fort
- Explore Chandni Chowk market
- Visit Jama Masjid
- Visit Raj Ghat memorial
- Visit Agrasen Ki Baoli
Landmarks
Red Fort
Chandni Chowk
Jama Masjid
Raj Ghat
Agrasen Ki Baoli
Day 3
Delhi
Delhi
Meals
Lunch (Local flavours at a restaurant near India Gate)
Accommodation
Hotel (Radisson Blu Towers)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour with Salaam Baalak Trust
- Walk through Paharganj bazaar
- Visit Humayun's Tomb
- Visit Qutub Minar complex
- Drive past Lutyens' Delhi
Landmarks
Humayun's Tomb
Qutub Minar
India Gate
Day 4
Delhi to Agra
Delhi to Agra
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Saura Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal at sunset
Optional Activities
- Sound and light show at Taj Mahal
Landmarks
Taj Mahal
Day 5
Agra to Ranthambore
Agra to Ranthambore
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Agra Fort
- Explore Fatehpur Sikri
Landmarks
Agra Fort
Fatehpur Sikri
Day 6
Ranthambore
Ranthambore
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (The Shergarh Resort)
Included Activities
- Early morning game drive in Ranthambore National Park
- Visit Dhonk Textile Studio
- Afternoon game drive in Ranthambore National Park
Landmarks
Ranthambore National Park
Day 7
Ranthambore to Jaipur
Ranthambore to Jaipur
Meals
Lunch, Dinner (Traditional dishes including daal and bati at Jaideo and Devika's guesthouse)
Included Activities
- Hand-block printing workshop in Jaipur
- Visit local market in Jaipur
- Be My Guest experience at Jaideo and Devika's guesthouse
Day 8
Jaipur
Jaipur
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Club Mahindra Resort)
Included Activities
- Visit Palace of Winds
- Visit Amber Fort
- Visit City Palace
- Visit Jantar Mantar Observatory
Optional Activities
- Aarti ceremony at Birla Temple
Landmarks
Palace of Winds
Amber Fort
City Palace
Jantar Mantar Observatory
Day 9
Jaipur to Varanasi
Jaipur to Varanasi
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Madin)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing in Varanasi temples and ghats
- Cruise along the River Ganges to witness Aarti ritual
Landmarks
River Ganges
Day 10
Varanasi
Varanasi
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Madin)
Included Activities
- Early morning boat ride on the Ganges
- Heritage walk through old lanes and temple precincts
- Visit Sarnath
- Visit local weavers and learn about silk tradition
Optional Activities
- Performance of Indian classical dance
Landmarks
Sarnath
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Day 11
Varanasi
Varanasi
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Red Fort
Chandni Chowk
Jama Masjid
Raj Ghat
Agrasen Ki Baoli

Landmarks
Humayun's Tomb
Qutub Minar
India Gate

Landmarks
Taj Mahal

Landmarks
Agra Fort
Fatehpur Sikri

Landmarks
Ranthambore National Park

Landmarks
Palace of Winds
Amber Fort
City Palace
Jantar Mantar Observatory

Landmarks
River Ganges

Landmarks
Sarnath
Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Insurance
Optional

Where You'll Stay

Radisson Blu Towers
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3
Saura Hotel
Hotel
day 4
The Shergarh Resort
Hotel
day 6
Club Mahindra Resort
Hotel
day 8
Madin
Hotel
Days 9, 10

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Rating: 4.5 (2,287 reviews)
Response time: 12 hours
Response rate: 76%
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
  Generally, the most pleasant time to visit is between October and March when the weather is cooler and more comfortable.

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US $1,810 per person

+ $240 additional upfront costs

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Trafalgar offers 5% discount for past passengers, saving $91

Select departure month

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Pay only $200 today. The rest is due 95 days before departure. Learn more

Best price guarantee Learn More

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Best of India

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Included Activities

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