Days
Price from

Discover the highlights of north India, taking in New Delhi, Jaipur and Varanasi
Visit India and explore the highlights of the north on this adventure tour from Delhi to Varanasi. Discover the 'Pink City' of Jaipur, witness the Mughal splendours of Delhi and Agra, safari through Ranthambhore National Park in search of tigers, and soak up the ambience of holy Varanasi. This wonderful introduction to the magic of India includes lavish palaces, vibrant bazaars, Bollywood blockbusters and the incomparable Taj Mahal. Packed with highlights and hidden gems, this is your chance to discover the beating heart of India.
- Start
- Delhi, India
- Finish
- Delhi, India
- Destination
- India
- Style
- Peregrine
- Code
- PIIG
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 56 reviews
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
-
Discover the man-made beauty that lies across the north of India, from Jaipur’s ‘Palace of the Winds’ and Royal City Palace to Agra’s Red Fort and famous Taj Mahal
-
A trip to India wouldn’t be complete without a Bollywood film. Sit back and enjoy one in one of Jaipur’s magnificent cinemas
-
Embark on a safari through Ranthambore National Park in search of antelope, sloth bears, leopards and tigers
-
Begin a morning in Varanasi with a sunrise cruise down the Ganges – the perfect way to experience the spiritual magic of the ultimate Hindu pilgrimage destination
-
Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Rajput royalty during your feature stay in rural Rajasthan at Castle Kanota
Is this trip right for you?
-
In the summer months Rajasthan can get very hot. Be sure to drink lots of water, pack light cotton clothing and use adequate skin protection.
-
There are several early mornings on this trip, as many parts of India really come alive in the dawn light.
-
It can get foggy between December and February, which can put a new spin on already spectacular scenery. However, it may cause trains to be delayed.From April 2017, the main dome of the Taj Mahal will be undergoing mud pack therapy to restore its original colour. It is expected the dome will be covered in iron scaffolding during the process, which is expected to last a year.
Gallery




Itinerary
Accommodation
- Jaypee Siddharth Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Lemon Tree Premier or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Jaipur - Walking tour
- Jaipur - Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir Cinema
Optional Activities
- Jaipur - Jantar Mantar Observatory - INR200
- Jaipur - City Palace - INR600
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Lemon Tree Premier or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Jaipur - Amber Fort
Optional Activities
- Jaipur - Balloon Safari - USD260
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Castle Kanota 'feature stay' or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Notes: Ranthambhore National Park is closed between 1 July and 30 September each year. On those trips affected, we'll visit nearby Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary. Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary is located approx. 16 km from Ranthambhore and, due to its hilly terrain, isn't as affected by the monsoon. Tigers inhabit this area also and spottings are more favourable at this time of year as they move away from flooded areas of Ranthambore.
Accommodation
- Pugmarks Resort or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Ranthambore National Park - Evening safari
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Peregrine requires a scanned copy of your passport bio page at time of booking to secure a permit for your Ranthambore National Park visit. Authorities at Ranthambhore NP follow a strict booking process whereby permits are issued on a first come first serve basis. If we do not receive correct passport details in time we cannot guarantee you on the tiger safari.Accommodation
- Pugmarks Resort or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Ranthambore National Park - Morning Safari
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Jaypee Palace or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Agra - Taj Mahal
- Agra - Agra Fort
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Jaypee Siddharth or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Delhi - Jama Masjid
- Delhi - Old Delhi tour
- Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
Optional Activities
- Delhi - Red Fort - INR500
- Delhi - Qutub Minar - INR500
- Delhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR500
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Hindustan International or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Varanasi - Old City tour
- Varanasi - Sunset candle ceremony
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
.Accommodation
- Hotel Hindustan International or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Varanasi - Sunrise boat trip
Optional Activities
- Varanasi - Sarnath day trip (entry only) - INR250
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Jaypee Siddharth Hotel or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Delhi - City Food Crawl Urban Adventure - INR3500
- Delhi - Home-Cooked Experience Urban Adventure - INR4000
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
11 breakfasts, 3 dinnersTransport
Auto-rickshaw, Bicycle rickshaw, Boat, Plane, Private vehicle, Shuttle bus, TrainAccommodation
Comfortable Hotel (8 nights), Heritage Property Feature Stay (1 night), Resort (2 nights)Included Activities
- Jaipur - Walking tour
- Jaipur - Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir Cinema
- Jaipur - Amber Fort
- Ranthambore National Park - Evening safari
- Ranthambore National Park - Morning Safari
- Agra - Taj Mahal
- Agra - Agra Fort
- Delhi - Jama Masjid
- Delhi - Old Delhi tour
- Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
- Varanasi - Old City tour
- Varanasi - Sunset candle ceremony
- Varanasi - Sunrise boat trip
Dates & availability
Trip search is unavailable.
There are currently no scheduled departures on our Golden Triangle & Varanasi trip. If you are interested in other trips in the region visit one of the links below.
Jump to a departure month

Important notes
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A single supplement is available for this trip and is applicable for all nights on tour.
HOT AIR BALLOONING JAIPUR
Hot air balloon flights are operated by Sky Waltz in Jaipur. Flights operate mornings from September to June and morning and evening from September to March. Morning flights depart around sunrise and evening flights late afternoon and last 60 mins. Return transfers, tea and coffee plus light refreshments and a certificate of flight are included in the cost.
You can register your interest and pay your tour leader at your joining meeting on day 1 of your trip.
Payment must be made in cash - INR/USD/AUD/GBP only please
Flights are subject to weather conditions and tickets are fully refundable.
TAJ MAHAL
Using mud pack therapy the Archaeological Survey of India is planning to clean the four small canopies around the main dome of the Taj Mahal from the start of April 2018. This will be followed by the cleaning of the main dome but that could take some time as ASI is yet to calculate its load bearing capacity. The ASI’s science branch officials have stated that cleaning the four canopies will take approximately 2 months while main dome cleaning will be completed in phases. During the mudpack process, ASI has assured that one side of the monument will always be left uncovered for visitors. We will continue to update as information becomes available.

Essential trip information
Want an in-depth insight into this trip? Essential Trip Information provides a detailed itinerary, visa info, how to get to your hotel, what's included - pretty much everything you need to know about this adventure and more.
View Essential Trip Information