Golden Triangle with Khajuraho & Varanasi

On the exit of the terminal building, the guide and drive from AET will wait for you in advance. On arrival you will go to your hotel to check in. After that, you can relax or to pursue independent activities.

On your first day in Delhi, you will visit the New Delhi Qutab Minar, a Tower of Victory which was built in the 12th century by Qutbuddin Aibak. Then, you will go to explore the tomb of Humayun and the India Gate, the memorial of the First World War and the road that leads from there to Rashtrapati Bhawan. In the afternoon, you will visit the historic Red Fort, the Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque) and the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. You can try to take the local rickshaw ride through the famous bazaars of Chandni Chowk.

In the afternoon you will go to Varanasi by plane. On arrival you will go to your hotel to check in. In the evening the group shall be escorted to the Ghats of Varanasi where you will witness the famous Ganga aarti. This beautiful ritual makes every moment of the evening special and fills with the spiritual thoughts. It is performed with the brass lamps which accompanied with the mantra chant in the presence of the huge crowd, reverberates in the whole atmosphere. The Aarti is performed daily in the evening by a group of priests at the Dashashwamedh ghat. 

In the morning, you will go to the Ghats of river Ganga for the boat ride. In the Ganga River, you can see the beautiful scenery on both sides of the bank and the daily life of the local people. After that, you will visit Durga temple, the Benaras Hindu University, and the Sarnath, which holds great religious importance of Buddhists. Here Lord Buddha lectures his first sermon to his disciples, after he attained enlightenment in Bodh Gaya.

In the morning you will go to Khajuraho by plane. When you arrive at the Khajuraho airport, the guide and drive from AET will wait for you at the airport in advance. Then, you will go to your hotel to check in. In the afternoon you will be doing the temple tour of the city visiting Western group of temples. The main temples in this group are Lakshamn, Jagdambi, Vishwanath, Chitragupta and Kandariya Mahadev. The beautiful walled garden that surrounds the structures is among the most notable features of the western group. You can also try the Raja Cafe here.

In the morning, the first destination is the Eastern group of temples, which are known as Jain temples, include Parsvanath, Adinath and Gantai. Then, you will go to Jhansi via Orchha, which was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain. The architectural work with delicate chhatris and fence works counterbalances the strong building to present a royal look. After that, you will go to Agra by train.  On arrival at Agra station you will go to your hotel to check in.

In the early morning, you will go to visit the famous Taj Mahal at sunrise. Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world. Then, you will proceed for the half day city tour visiting Agra Fort, a massive red sandstone. In Akbar’s time the fort was principally a military structure, but during Shah Jahan’s reign it had partially become a palace. Then, you will visit the famous Itmad-ud-daulah also known as Baby Taj. 

Today, you will go to the next destination, Jaipur. On your way to Jaipur, you will visit the Fathepur Sikri, a fine example of the brilliant architecture of Mughal architecture. 

On arrival at Jaipur meet the guide from AET, then you will go to the hotel to check in. In the evening you are free to explore Jauhari Bazaar, where you can buy some exquisite jewelry as souvenirs for tourism, or as a gift for friends.

Today's first stop is the fabulous Amber Fort, built by Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar’s most successful Genera. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamplight is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room. Then, you will visit the Palace of Winds, an unusual pink sandstone building. In the afternoon, you will be visiting City Palace. The magnificent City Palace is in the center of the pink city of Jaipur, enclosed by high walls and set amidst fine gardens and courtyards. After that, you will visit the Jantar Mantar, Astronomical Observatory.

After breakfast, please take your luggage and wait in the hotel lobby. The driver will take you to the airport, where 

you will board your flight on time.