Delhi, Agra & Varanasi Express

Overview

A compact North India trip for travellers short on time, pairing just the Taj Mahal with Varanasi's ghats and Aarti, skipping Jaipur to keep the overall trip shorter.

Why This Journey

Not every traveller has time for the full Golden Triangle; this route keeps the two most requested stops — the Taj Mahal and Varanasi — in a shorter, more compact itinerary.

Highlights

The Taj Mahal at sunrise
Agra Fort
The evening Ganga Aarti in Varanasi
A pre-dawn boat ride along the Varanasi ghats

Day by Day

Day 1
Arrive Delhi

Private airport pickup and transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, the rest of the day is free to rest, or we can arrange a gentle evening orientation drive past India Gate and the illuminated government buildings of Lutyens' Delhi.
Day 2
Onward to Agra

Drive from Delhi to Agra (approx. 3.5–4 hours).
Day 3
Onward to Varanasi

Fly from Agra (via Delhi) to Varanasi (approx. 2.5–3 hours total).
Day 4
Varanasi Sightseeing

A pre-dawn boat ride along the ghats as the city wakes and the first bathers and prayers begin — widely considered the single best way to see Varanasi — followed by breakfast and a guided walk through the Old City's dense lanes of temples and shrines.
Day 5
Departure

Morning at leisure in Varanasi before a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Inclusions

4 nights' hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver throughout
Local English-speaking guide at each destination
All monument entrance fees for the sights listed above
Airport and inter-city transfers

Exclusions

International and domestic flights (unless a flight is explicitly listed as included)
Lunches and dinners (unless requested)
Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
India visa fees
Camera/video fees at monuments where applicable

Accommodation

Well-located hotels in each city, twin-sharing with breakfast included; a 5-star or heritage-property upgrade is available on request.

Transportation

Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver for the full itinerary, plus any internal flights specifically listed in the day-by-day plan; airport transfers included.

Meals

Daily breakfast included. Lunches and dinners are at your own choice so you can explore local restaurants, with recommendations from your guide — let us know if you'd prefer these pre-arranged instead.

Best Time to Travel

October to March for the most comfortable sightseeing temperatures.

Important Notes

Let us know of any festival dates, mobility considerations or dietary needs in advance so we can plan around them.

About starting prices: Starting prices shown are indicative and may vary according to travel dates, number of travellers, hotel category, transportation, itinerary changes, season and availability. Final pricing is always confirmed with you in writing before booking — there are no hidden fees.

Customization

Every element here — duration, hotel category, pace and stops — can be adjusted. Tell us your dates and interests via the enquiry form and we'll tailor this starting point to you.

FAQs

Can Jaipur be added back in if we have more time?

Yes — this is easy to extend into a full Golden Triangle & Varanasi itinerary if your schedule allows.

Is this itinerary private or a group tour?

Fully private — your own vehicle, driver and guide, on your own schedule, not a fixed-departure group tour.

Can this be shortened or extended?

Yes. Every itinerary on this site is a starting point — tell us your available dates and we'll adjust the pace and stops accordingly.

Customize This Journey

Tell us your dates and group size and we'll tailor this itinerary to you.

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