Delhi Agra Varanasi Circuit

The Delhi-Agra-Varanasi Circuit is the only tour that gives you the complete and most meaningful experience in India. Starting from Howrah, this 8-day trip takes you to the three most important cities you will ever see: Delhi, Agra, and Varanasi. This is the only way to see the best of India’s history, culture, and holy life all in one trip.

Your trip starts in Delhi, the capital city of India. There, you will see giant old buildings, beautiful gardens, and busy markets. You must explore Old Delhi with its small streets and New Delhi with its wide roads and big buildings. Then, you will go to Agra to see the world-famous Taj Mahal. This white marble wonder will blow your mind. That is a fact. You must also visit the huge Agra Fort and other beautiful buildings from the Mughal period.

Now for the most special part of this tour: Varanasi. It is the oldest living city in the world. That is a fact. It is the holiest city for Hindus. People from all over the world come here and they must take a holy dip in the sacred Ganges River. You must see the famous Ganga Aarti ceremony. Thousands of fire lamps light up the river steps, called ghats. The feeling there is pure magic and truly spiritual. You must take a boat ride on the Ganges when the sun comes up. You will see people praying and doing their daily things right by the river.

This complete tour package costs only ₹19,900 for each person if two people share a room. The only time to visit is from October to March. The weather is perfect then. This tour gives you history, beauty, and holy peace all in one journey. You will return to Howrah with memories that will last forever! That is a promise.

Highlights

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi & New Delhi Sightseeing

  • Depart from Howrah by train/flight to Delhi
  • Arrival at Delhi Airport/Railway Station
  • Meet and greet by tour representative
  • Transfer to hotel and check-in
  • Freshen up and breakfast at hotel
  • Visit India Gate – War memorial and iconic landmark
  • Drive past President House and Parliament House
  • Visit Humayun’s Tomb – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Visit Qutub Minar – Tallest brick minaret in the world
  • Visit Lotus Temple – Bahai House of Worship
  • Free time for leisure or shopping at Connaught Place
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Delhi

Day 2: Old Delhi Tour & Drive to Agra

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Red Fort (outside view) – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Visit Jama Masjid – India’s largest mosque
  • Enjoy rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk – Old Delhi’s bustling market
  • Visit Raj Ghat – Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial
  • Check out from hotel
  • Drive to Agra via Yamuna Expressway (200 km, approximately 3-4 hours)
  • Lunch en route (own expense)
  • Arrival in Agra and check-in at hotel
  • Evening free for leisure
  • Overnight stay in Agra

Day 3: Taj Mahal at Sunrise & Agra Sightseeing

  • Wake up early for sunrise visit to Taj Mahal
  • Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise – One of the Seven Wonders of the World
  • Guided tour with detailed history and architecture explanation
  • Photo opportunities
  • Return to hotel for breakfast
  • Visit Agra Fort – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Explore Pearl Mosque, Diwan-i-Am, and Diwan-i-Khas
  • Visit Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj) – Mughal mausoleum
  • Visit Mehtab Bagh for sunset view of Taj Mahal across Yamuna River
  • Optional: Shopping at Agra’s famous marble and leather markets
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Agra

Note: Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays

Day 4: Agra to Varanasi via Fatehpur Sikri

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • En route visit Fatehpur Sikri – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Visit Buland Darwaza – Tallest gateway in the world
  • Visit Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal, and Tomb of Salim Chishti
  • Transfer to Agra Railway Station
  • Board afternoon train to Varanasi
  • Lunch on train (provided)
  • Enjoy scenic train journey through rural India
  • Arrival in Varanasi Railway Station
  • Meet and transfer to hotel
  • Check-in at hotel
  • Free time to relax
  • Overnight stay in Varanasi

Day 5: Varanasi Sunrise Boat Ride & Sightseeing

  • Wake up early for sunrise boat ride
  • Enjoy boat ride on holy Ganges River
  • Watch sunrise over the ghats
  • See pilgrims taking holy dip and performing rituals
  • Visit Manikarnika Ghat (burning ghat)
  • Visit Dasaswamedh Ghat
  • Return to hotel for breakfast
  • Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple) – outside view for non-Hindus
  • Walk through narrow lanes of old Varanasi
  • Return to hotel for rest
  • Lunch and free time
  • Visit Assi Ghat
  • Attend the spectacular Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dasaswamedh Ghat
  • Experience thousands of lamps lighting up the river
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Varanasi

Day 6: Varanasi Full Day Sightseeing

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Sarnath – Where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon
  • Visit Dhamek Stupa – Ancient Buddhist monument
  • Visit Archaeological Museum
  • Visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihar Temple with beautiful frescoes
  • Return to Varanasi city
  • Lunch at hotel
  • Visit Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
  • Visit New Vishwanath Temple inside BHU campus
  • Visit Bharat Mata Temple with relief map of India
  • Visit Tulsi Manas Temple
  • Free time for shopping in local markets
  • Shop for famous Banarasi silk sarees, handicrafts, and souvenirs
  • Optional: Another Ganga Aarti viewing or boat ride
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Varanasi

Day 7: Varanasi to Delhi

  • Return to hotel for breakfast
  • Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple) – outside view for non-Hindus
  • Walk through narrow lanes of old Varanasi
  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Optional: Early morning boat ride (if not done earlier)
  • Free time for last-minute shopping
  • Transfer to Varanasi Airport
  • Board flight to Delhi
  • Arrival in Delhi and transfer to hotel
  • Check-in at hotel

Day 8: Delhi Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation
  • Visit Dilli Haat for handicrafts from all states
  • Check out from hotel
  • Lunch at local restaurant (own expense)
  • Transfer to Airport/Railway Station for onward journey to Howrah
  • Board train/flight back to Howrah
  • Tour ends with wonderful memories of history and spirituality
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