Abhaneri
The Chand Baori stepwell
Chand Baori, Abhaneri · Mustang Joe · CC0 1.0
Golden Triangle with Varanasi: History and Spirituality in India
10 days | 9 nights
Availability: July/2026 to April/2027; dates on request
Delhi
India
Overview
Golden Triangle with Varanasi: History and Spirituality in India
10 days · 9 nights · 2–3 paying travellers · DBL/TWIN · Portuguese or Spanish · Travel from July 2026 to April 2027
Two accommodation combinations. Dates, flight, train, hotels, language and availability subject to booking confirmation.
Travel route
Northern India · five locations, train and domestic flight
Itinerary entirely within India. Schematic lines; the Varanasi–Delhi flight does not represent an actual air corridor.
Delhi, Jaipur, Abhaneri, Agra and Varanasi; return to Delhi.
- Overland
- Train
- Domestic flight
Solid blue line: road. Dotted purple: train. Dashed mustard: domestic flight. Illustrative routes.
Memorable experiences
Route highlights
Chand Baori in Abhaneri, the ghats of Varanasi and the Taj Mahal in Agra.
Varanasi
On the banks of the Ganges
Varanasi ghats on the banks of the Ganges · Dudva · CC0 1.0
Agra
Taj Mahal and Mughal heritage
Guided visit to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Photo: Almbauer · CC0 1.0.
Travel profile
Who this trip is for
A journey to discover the culture, history and traditions of northern India together.
- Couples wishing to discover India together
- Friends and groups interested in culture
- Explorers of palaces, temples and historic cities
- Travellers drawn to the traditions of the Ganges
Dates, travel arrangements, language and hotels require confirmation.
Included
- 9 nights in DBL/TWIN accommodation, according to the selected category.
- Daily breakfast at the hotels.
- Admission to the planned monuments, for one entry.
- Agra–Varanasi train in air-conditioned chair-car class.
- Varanasi–Delhi economy-class flight, incorporated into the package only once and subject to reconfirmation.
- Accompanying Portuguese- or Spanish-speaking guide during visits, as confirmed.
- Planned transfers and excursions in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Taxes currently applicable to the included services.
Not included
- International flights.
- Meals, drinks and services not mentioned.
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort.
- Indian visa and travel insurance.
- Personal expenses, tips and luggage porters.
- Early check-in and late check-out.
- Supplements for festivals, trade fairs, exhibitions, weddings, blocks, Christmas or New Year.
- Other room occupancies, paying-traveller brackets and services not included in this commercial matrix.
Operational notes
Private or regular/shared operation: confirmation is mandatory at booking.
The Taj Mahal and the Agra–Varanasi train do not operate on Fridays according to the supplied schedule.
The order of visits may be adjusted for operational reasons without reducing the confirmed services.
Hotels, flight, train, language and other services depend on availability and reconfirmation.
Before you travel
Frequently asked questions
Information about the itinerary, planned services and proposal terms.
How long is the trip?
10 days · 9 nights
Which booking configuration do the prices apply to?
Exactly 2–3 paying travellers in DBL/TWIN accommodation, in the Classic or Selection combinations. Other passenger brackets and occupancies remain on request.
Are domestic flights included?
Varanasi–Delhi included; subject to reconfirmation
What language are the visits conducted in?
Portuguese or Spanish, as confirmed at booking.
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Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVAL IN DELHI
Reception at Delhi airport and transfer to the hotel. Regular check-in is at 14:00; early check-in depends on availability. Rest of the day at leisure and accommodation.
Overnight stay: Delhi · Meals: none planned
Day 2
DELHI
Breakfast. Guided visits to Jama Masjid, a rickshaw ride, Chandni Chowk, India Gate, Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb. The end of the day is free for shopping and independent activities.
Overnight stay: Delhi · Meals: breakfast
Day 3
DELHI · JAIPUR
Breakfast, check-out and road journey to Jaipur, taking approximately five to six hours. Arrival, check-in and the rest of the day free to explore the city and its markets.
Overnight stay: Jaipur · Meals: breakfast
Day 4
JAIPUR
Breakfast. Guided visit to Amber Fort, the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal. End of the day at leisure for shopping and independent activities.
Overnight stay: Jaipur · Meals: breakfast
Day 5
JAIPUR · ABHANERI · AGRA
Breakfast and check-out. Road journey to Agra, with a visit to the stepwell at Abhaneri. The total journey takes approximately six to seven hours. Continue to Agra, arrive, check in and enjoy free time.
Overnight stay: Agra · Meals: breakfast
Day 6
AGRA
Breakfast. Guided visit to the Taj Mahal, closed on Fridays, and Agra Fort. End of the day at leisure for shopping and independent activities.
Overnight stay: Agra · Meals: breakfast
Day 7
AGRA · VARANASI BY TRAIN
Morning transfer to the railway station to board the fast train, with scheduled departure at 06:00 and arrival in Varanasi at 13:00. Meet and greet and transfer to the hotel. In the evening, attend the Aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges and return to the hotel. According to the supplied schedule, the train does not operate on Fridays.
Overnight stay: Varanasi · Meals: breakfast included in the programme
Day 8
VARANASI
At dawn, a boat trip on the Ganges and visits to nearby temples. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Afterwards, a guided visit and excursion to Sarnath. End of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay: Varanasi · Meals: breakfast
Day 9
VARANASI · DELHI
Breakfast and check-out. Transfer to the airport and economy-class flight to Delhi. Meet and greet on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight stay: Delhi · Meals: breakfast
Day 10
DELHI · DEPARTURE
Breakfast and check-out. Transfer to the airport for your return flight or onward journey.
Overnight stay: — · Meals: breakfast
Prices and hotels
Prices and commercial terms
Prices per person for exactly 2–3 paying travellers in DBL/TWIN accommodation. Travel from July 2026 to April 2027.
| Category | Booking size | Occupancy | Price per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | 2–3 paying travellers | DBL/TWIN | US$ 2.590,00 |
| Selection | 2–3 paying travellers | DBL/TWIN | US$ 2.778,33 |
Varanasi–Delhi included; subject to reconfirmation. The mandatory flight is already incorporated only once.
Other passenger brackets, occupancies, supplements and services are not included in this matrix and remain on request.
Payment and confirmation
| Stage | Percentage | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Confirmation | 25% | Deposit to request and confirm services; subject to availability. |
| By 40 days before departure | 75% | Balance payable in a single payment by 40 days before departure. |
| Less than 40 days before departure | 100% | Full payment at confirmation. |
Alternatively, full upfront payment via Wise receives a 3% discount on the package, cumulative with applicable promotions and applied successively, excluding local taxes, third-party charges and expressly excluded services.
International payments are received in our Wise account: full upfront payment with the discount described above, or a 25% deposit and the remaining 75% by 40 days before departure, subject to the confirmation conditions shown in the table.
Currency information
Base prices are in USD; conversions to other currencies are indicative estimates, not payment quotations.
Planned hotels or similar · Classic
| Location | Planned property | Actual classification |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 4★ | |
| Jaipur | 4★ | |
| Jaipur | 5★ | |
| Agra | 5★ | |
| Agra | 4★ | |
| Varanasi | 4★ | |
| Varanasi | 5★ |
Planned hotels or similar · Selection
| Location | Planned property | Actual classification |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 5★ | |
| Jaipur | 5★ | |
| Jaipur | 5★ | |
| Agra | 5★ | |
| Agra | 5★ | |
| Varanasi | 5★ | |
| Varanasi | 5★ |
Options are listed as the named property or similar. The final property, room and bed configuration will be confirmed according to availability, maintaining the contracted standard. The commercial category does not replace each hotel’s actual classification.
Request a proposal for Golden Triangle with Varanasi: History and Spirituality in India, with dates, availability and terms confirmed by the team.