Our most complete North India journey: the Taj Mahal, Rajasthan's royal cities and the ghats of Varanasi.
Twelve days is enough to see the Mughal north, the Rajput kingdoms and India's holiest city without feeling rushed. You travel by road through Agra and Rajasthan, then fly from Udaipur to Varanasi for two nights on the Ganges.
Every stop can be lengthened, shortened or swapped — for example, Ranthambore instead of Pushkar, or Jaisalmer instead of Varanasi.
Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel; the rest of the day is free.
Morning in Delhi with your guide: Humayun's Tomb, Jama Masjid and a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk. Drive to Agra in the afternoon and see the Taj Mahal at sunset from Mehtab Bagh.
The Taj Mahal at opening time and Agra Fort after breakfast. Stop at Fatehpur Sikri on the road to Jaipur.
Amber Fort, the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal, with time for the bazaars.
An easy morning, then the drive to Pushkar for the Brahma Temple and sunset over the lake and ghats.
Mehrangarh Fort and its museum in the afternoon, then a walk through the blue lanes of the old city to the clock tower market.
Cross the Aravalli hills, visiting the marble Jain temple at Ranakpur on the way.
The City Palace, the Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon-ki-Bari and a sunset boat on Lake Pichola.
Transfer to Udaipur airport. Our Varanasi team meets you and, if your flight arrives in time, takes you to the evening Ganga aarti.
A boat ride along the ghats at dawn and a walk through the old city lanes. In the afternoon, Sarnath, where the Buddha gave his first sermon. Evening aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
A free morning in Varanasi, then your flight to Delhi and transfer to your hotel.
Transfer to Delhi airport for your flight home, or extra sightseeing in Delhi if your flight is late.
Travel times are approximate. Every day can be changed to suit you.
Typical inclusions for this tour. Your quote confirms exactly what is included for your dates and choices.
You travel in a private, air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver, used only by your group. Sedans suit one or two travellers; SUVs and larger vehicles are available for families and groups.
An English-speaking local guide joins you at the main sights in each city. Guides in other languages, such as Spanish, French or German, can often be arranged on request.
Choose comfortable, superior, luxury or heritage hotels. We suggest options for each city with your quote, or you can book your own hotels and use only our car, driver and guides.
The price depends on the number of travellers, your dates, the hotels you choose and any changes to the itinerary, so we quote each trip individually. Send an inquiry and we will reply with availability, the exact inclusions and a price for your group.
Nothing is booked until you confirm. Payment terms and cancellation charges are set out in your written confirmation; see our cancellation policy for the standard terms.
It is a full journey, but with no more than one long drive in a row and two nights in most places. If you prefer a slower pace, add a night in Udaipur or Jaipur.
Yes. Starting with Varanasi works well too; we plan the direction around your international flights.
October to March has the most comfortable weather across this route. April to June is very hot in Rajasthan and Varanasi, and July to September is the monsoon.
Tell us your dates and who is travelling. We will reply with availability and a price for the 12-Day Rajasthan and Varanasi Tour, adjusted to suit you.
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