A nine-day private journey that moves through India's most-visited circuit before closing in Varanasi, a city that changes the entire register of the trip. Delhi opens with scale and street life. Agra delivers the Taj Mahal and the Mughal geometry of Agra Fort. Jaipur follows with forts, courtyards, and craft neighbourhoods. Then Varanasi shifts everything: a river city where dawn begins on the Ganges, evenings gather for aarti, and the concept of continuity in Indian life becomes visible and constant. Two nights give enough time for both the sunrise boat and Sarnath. September to March offers the most comfortable conditions across all four cities.
Farbound tour director throughout, with expert local guides where required.
All guided sightseeing as listed. Ganges boat ride included. Entrance tickets quoted separately.
Five-star premium hotels and heritage stays in every city. Twin-share by default.
Private AC vehicle throughout. Domestic flight Jaipur to Varanasi included.
Daily breakfast. Selected lunches and dinners as listed.
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$2,400 per person
Classic tier — indicative pricing
Age : 18–30
Age : 30–50
Age : 50–80
Day 1 - Old & New Delhi
Guided city exploration with private transport and short walking sections.
- Meet your Farbound tour director and begin exploring the contrasts between Old and New Delhi.
- Old Delhi by rickshaw through narrow lanes, spice markets, and bazaar streets that still run on trading rhythms.
- Visit Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar, along with other key architectural landmarks of the capital.
- New Delhi drive-through for broader context, scale, and orientation.
- Evening at leisure with support in planning how you'd like to spend it.
Lunch
ITC Maurya or similar
Day 2 - Deeper Delhi
A second Delhi day for depth without rushing.
- A second Delhi day built around what the first day left open.
- Choose between architecture-led, culture-led, or food-led exploration based on where you want depth.
- Add Qutub Minar if you prefer a stronger heritage focus, or Hauz Khas Village for a contemporary layer.
- Curated lunch included, timed around heat and preferred pacing.
- Afternoon left open for rest or an optional craft or gallery visit.
Breakfast
ITC Maurya or similar
Day 3 - Delhi to Agra
Overland transfer from Delhi to Agra with a stop en route.
- Drive south toward Agra by private vehicle at a comfortable pace.
- Lunch stop en route, chosen for quality and timing.
- Arrive in Agra and check in. Keep the afternoon unforced.
- Optional quiet viewpoint or a relaxed neighbourhood walk if you feel up for it.
- Evening stays light so the Taj day feels clean.
Breakfast,
Lunch
ITC Mughal or similar
Day 4 - Agra Sightseeing
Taj Mahal at the best time of day for light and crowds, followed by Agra Fort.
- Visit the Taj Mahal at a time chosen for light and crowd logic, not just convenience.
- Your tour director manages entry, timing, and pace throughout.
- Return to the hotel for a reset, then move to Agra Fort for history and architectural depth.
- Afternoon kept flexible by design, with optional add-ons if you want more.
- Evening open for dinner at your preference.
Breakfast
ITC Mughal or similar
Day 5 - Agra to Jaipur
Overland transfer from Agra to Jaipur with Chand Baori en route.
- Drive west into Rajasthan with a mid-day stop at Chand Baori (Abhaneri), one of the region's most striking stepwells.
- Lunch included and timed to keep the day comfortable.
- Arrive in Jaipur and ease into the city with a lighter first evening.
- Your tour director keeps arrival day intentionally unforced.
Breakfast,
Lunch
ITC Rajputana or similar
Day 6 - Exploring Jaipur
Core Jaipur sightseeing at a steady pace, including Amber Fort, City Palace, and Jantar Mantar.
- Begin with Amber Fort for hilltop architecture, long views, and inner courtyards.
- Continue to City Palace and Jantar Mantar, keeping walking controlled and pauses built in.
- Time held for a craft or textile layer if you want it, kept practical and pressure-free.
- Your tour director steers the day around heat, crowds, and your preferred rhythm.
- Evening open for a market lane, a rooftop dinner, or an early night.
Breakfast
ITC Rajputana or similar
Day 7 - Fly to Varanasi, Evening Aarti on the Ganges
Short domestic flight, afternoon arrival, and an evening boat ride for the Ganga Aarti.
- Fly from Jaipur to Varanasi with your tour director managing ground timing.
- Check in at BrijRama Palace, a 200-year-old haveli on the Ganges ghats.
- Afternoon kept light so you arrive with energy for the evening.
- Evening boat ride on the Ganges for the Ganga Aarti, with your guide providing context for what you're watching.
- The city introduces itself on the water before you explore it on foot.
Breakfast
BrijRama Palace or similar
Day 8 - Varanasi Exploration
Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, Sarnath, and a ghat walk with local food stops.
- Private sunrise boat ride on the Ganges for a calmer, more intimate morning layer than the group boats.
- Return to the hotel to reset, then travel to Sarnath for the deer park, the Dhamek Stupa, and the museum.
- Afternoon walking tour through lanes and ghats with a local food focus.
- Pacing stays flexible, with stops chosen to match comfort and curiosity.
- Included dinner as a simple and satisfying close to a full day.
Breakfast,
Dinner
BrijRama Palace or similar
Day 9 - Departure
Private transfer to Varanasi airport or onward routing.
- Morning at leisure at the hotel.
- Private transfer to Varanasi airport for onward or international departure.
- Timing built around your flight.
Breakfast
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