Private 3-Night Agra and Varanasi with Sarnath Tour from Delhi by Train | La Vacanza Travel

Private 3-Night Agra and Varanasi with Sarnath Tour from Delhi by Train

Duration: 4 days
Destination: India, National Capital Territory of Delhi, New Delhi
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  • 4 days
  • New Delhi
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Travel by train from Delhi to Agra and Varanasi on this 3-night private sightseeing tour.  In Agra, see the Taj Mahal and other world famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites.  In the holy city of Varanasi, located on the banks of the river Ganges, visit the sacred Buddhist site Sarnath. In addition, witness the mesmerizing Aarti (prayer ceremony) on the banks of the Ganges to round out a trip you will never forget!

Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi – Agra (Shatabdi Train), Agra – Varanasi (Overnight Train) (B,L,D)

Pass By: Delhi Junction Railway Station, New Delhi 110006 India
Get picked up from your Delhi hotel and transferred to the railway station to board the train to Agra. Tea, coffee and breakfast will be served on the train. Upon arrival at the Agra railway station, meet your driver-guide and begin your full day city tour of Agra.

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Visit Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It was built by Mughal king Shah Jahan as a memorial to Mumtaz Mahal.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
This fort was made of red sandstone and was was was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565 AD.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Yamuna River, Agra 282001 India
A Mughal mausoleum often described as a "jewel box" and regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal.
Duration: 20 minutes

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Overnight in Train.

Day 2: Varanasi arrival and sight-seeing (B,L,D)

Pass By: Railway Ticket Counter, Railwayganj Colony, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221002, India
Upon the arrival to Varanasi railway station you will be transferred to your hotel.

Stop At: Sarnath Via-Anlabereni, Varanasi 759026 India
one of the three holiest sites for Buddhists. This is where the Buddha delivered his first sermon in 528 BC. There are many temples and stupas here, representing the many cultures where Buddhism is the dominant religious philosophy. Here you will also find the Bodhi tree – a peepul tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Ganga Aarti, Plot No D 16 - 28 - a Dasaswamedh Ghat, Varanasi 221001 India
Evening visit Ghats (river banks), temples and attend the Holy Ganga Aarti - a mesmerizing evening prayer ceremony. To the chant of Sanskrit mantras, and the clash of cymbals and drums, the river is worshiped with flowers, incense, sandalwood, milk and vermilion. Blazing camphor oil lamps reflect golden flames on the holy river’s waters and look enchanting.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel 3* or 4* as per price selection.

Day 3: Varanasi – Delhi (Overnight Train) (B,L,D)

Pass By: Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005 India
Established in 1916 by Madan Mohan Malaviya and Annie Besant with over 30,000 students residing in campus, it claims the title of largest residential university in Asia.

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Overnight in train.

Day 4: Arrive Delhi

Pass By: Delhi Junction Railway Station, New Delhi 110006 India
Upon arrival at the Delhi railway station you will be transferred to your place of stay.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions
  • 3x Breakfast
  • 3x Dinner
  • 3x Lunch
  • Accommodation included: 3 nights
  • Entry/Admission - Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
  • Entry/Admission - Taj Mahal
  • Entry/Admission - Agra Fort
  • Entry/Admission - Ganga Aarti
  • Entry/Admission - Sarnath

Exclusions
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Train timings and schedules are subject to change; if the train is running late, the tour might be modified accordingly
  • Group discount is available for group size of 2+ and 4+
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking is allowed
  • Infant seats available
  • Travel in train will be in an air-conditioned coach
  • Vehicle used for transfers and sightseeing will be air-conditioned
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
We do pick ups from all Delhi hotels / Vacation Rentals / private residences.

Airports

  • Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, New Delhi, New Delhi 110037 India


Departure Time

05:00 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 days


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