Northern India on a Budget: The Golden Triangle to Varanasi

Welcome to India's bustling capital - Delhi! Arrive in time to meet at 2:00 pm for your welcome meeting and orientation walk.Embark on an afternoon orientation tour visiting Connaught Place and India Gate for those iconic photos. Tonight, wander through the electric Karol Bagh market for your first night out; pick the best looking spot and cheers to new adventures and friends!Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang durch Delhi (2.0h)Event: Begegne neuen FreundenEvent: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen (1.0h)Unterkunft: Hotel Citi InternationalOptionaler Ausflug:Half Day Culinary Tour of Delhi (*)

Travel by train through the arid terrain to Pushkar, often called Tirth Raj or the "king of pilgrim centres," home to the world's only temple for the Hindu god of creation, Brahma. Get your bearings on an orientation walk around the colourful city visiting the lake, ghats, and of course the 14th century Brahama temple. Spend some time this afternoon exploring the markets or opt for an unforgettable evening by dressing in traditional Indian clothes before partaking in an authentic dinner cooked by cameleers in the desert while enjoying live entertainment!Transport: Ajmer - Pushkar (0.5h)Transport: Delhi - Ajmer (7.0h)Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang in Pushkar (1.0h)Unterkunft: Hotel New ParkOptionale Ausflüge:Traditionelles Abendessen in der Wüste (**)Kamelritt (**)

Before dawn, climb to the hilltop Savitri Temple and catch the sun rising over the towering Thar Desert hills. Afterward, travel by train - always an adventure itself in India - to the pink city of Jaipur, home to India's second most visited site, the Hawa Mahal, or "Palace of the Winds." Enjoy an orientation walk through the market stalls.Event: Aufstieg zum Savitri Tempel (1.0h)Transport: Pushkar - Ajmer (0.5h)Transport: Ajmer - Jaipur (2.5h)Event: Women With Wheels JaipurEvent: Orientierungs-Spaziergang (1.0h)Unterkunft: Rawla Mrignayani PalaceOptionale Ausflüge:Besichtigung des Hawa Mahal (Palast der Winde) (**)Besichtigung des Stadtpalastes (**)

Embark on a guided tour of Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site to check off your bucket list. The Fort's sandstone walls are perched on a hill almost blending in with the terrain, besides perfectly reflecting in Maota Lake creating a mirage effect (and perfect photograph). Wander through the halls, courtyards, and palaces inside and admire the intricate details. Afterward, head back to Jaipur and get ready for your Big Night Out! Join your crew and CEO and see where the night takes you!Event: Führung durch das Fort AmberFreizeit: JaipurEvent: Nachtleben in JaipurUnterkunft: Rawla Mrignayani PalaceOptionale Ausflüge:Besuch von Jantar Mantar (**)Raj Mandir Kino und Film (**)Kochkurs bei einer einheimischen Familie in Jaipur (**)Jaipur Cycle Tour (*)Im Heißluftballon über Jaipur (**)

Travel by early morning train to the Mughal city of Agra, site of India's most famous landmark - the Taj Mahal! Immerse yourself in a guided tour and learn of the mausoleums unique history as you admire the iconic Mughal architecture.Event: Führung durch den Taj Mahal (1.0h)Transport: Jaipur - Agra (5.0h)Unterkunft: Hotel Anand Villa

Spend the day getting to know Agra. Opt for a tuk tuk ride to visit Baby Taj and the Agra Fort, the Taj's less famous-but no less impressive-sister monument, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, board an overnight train and wake up in Varanasi.Freizeit: AgraTransport: Agra - Varanasi (13.0h)Optionale Ausflüge:Besuch im Agra Fort (**)Besuch im Baby Taj (**)

Take an orientation walk along Varanasi's ghats and through the old city. Afterward, opt to explore the temples and take in the spiritual energy of the city.Freizeit: VaranasiEvent: Orientierungs-Spaziergang (1.0h)Unterkunft: Hotel Vaibhav

This morning, hop on a boat and sail the sacred Ganges River, where you will have the opportunity to witness a candle flower ceremony. Enjoy a free afternoon to uniquely explore the spiritual capital of India. Opt to bathe in the sacred waters or visit Kashi Vishwanath, the Golden Temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Varanasi is your oyster!Event: Morgendliche Bootsfahrt auf dem Ganges (1.0h)Freizeit: VaranasiUnterkunft: Hotel VaibhavOptionale Ausflüge:Heritage and Spiritual Walk in Old Benaras (*)Besuch in Sarnath (**)

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