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The Golden Triangle & Beyond - Extension Programmes

Varanasi

Day 13, Delhi – Varanasi (Flight Kingfisher Airlines)
Breakfast at hotel.
You will be transferred to airport to board your flight to Varanasi.
Delhi-Varanasi –IT 351 Dep : 1130 hrs Arr : 1240 hrs. Economy Class
On your arrival you will meet with the assistance and transferred to the hotel.

Varanasi (Also known as Benares and Kashi) standing on the western bank of the sacred River Ganges is the most important Hindu pilgrimage. One of the world’s oldest living cities, its history stretches back into the mists of time. It has been a center of learning for over 2,000 years. At Sarnath, just 10 Km away, Lord Buddha preached his first message of enlightenment 2,500 years ago.

The relationship between the river and the city is the essence of Varanasi. Along the water's edge are bathing and burning Ghats, where devout Hindus come to bath in the sacred waters and the departed are cremated on pyres of sandalwood. The most sacred Ghat is Manikarnika, associated with the Goddess Parvati. In the heart of the city is the majestic Vishveswara Temple, dedicated to Shiva, the Lord of the Universe, who according to legend, after his marriage to Devi Parvati, left his Himalayan abode and came to reside in Kashi with all the gods in attendance.

Check in at Taj Nadesar Palace.

Evening tour of the downtown area by Rickshaw: An intimate experience of Varanasi on a leisurely cycle rickshaw ride through the narrow streets and alleys of the city. In the evening the Ghats and temples are atmospheric, lit with candles and oil-lamps. There will be the opportunity to participate in an Arti Ceremony (collective prayer) and watch the floating Diyas (lamps) on the River Ganges.

Overnight in Varanasi    Taj Nadesar Palace-Historical Suite

Day 14, Varanasi

Sunrise Boat Ride
The best time to visit the Ghats is at dawn, so an early start today. At this time the city is just waking-up and the light is magical, playing on the water and the buildings. The boat will cruise along the waterfront and the spiritually uplifting activity along the Ghats is viewed. From dawn to dusk the Ghats are thronged by thousands of devotees, who perform their holy rituals in the hope of attaining eternal salvation; Nirvana.

Return to the hotel for Breakfast.

Afternoon visit to Sarnath
Situated 10 km from Varanasi, Sarnath is one of the four most important Buddhist pilgrimage centers in India. Having found enlightenment at Bodhgaya, it is where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples, preaching the middle path for attaining 'Nirvana'. Realising the sanctity of the site, emperor Ashoka built fine Stupas and other monuments. The 'Dhamekh' Stupa is perhaps the most remarkable structure. It was at its height in 640 AD when some 1,500 priests were in residence.

Overnight in Varanasi    Taj Nadesar Palace-Historical Suite

Day 15, Varanasi –Delhi (Kingfisher Airline)
Breakfast at hotel.
Morning at leisure.
You will be transferred to airport to board flight to Delhi.
Varanasi – Delhi IT 336 Dep : 1340 Arr : 1500 –Economy Class
On your arrival you will meet with the assistance and transferred to the hotel.
Room is blocked for day use only maximum till 2100 hrs).
Later transfer to International airport to board your flight to onward destination.

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TOUR COST

• Cost per person - based on 02 paying pax.

• Please find below the list of the hotels used in the itinerary

TOUR PRICES INCLUDE

• Room with attached private facilities inclusive of presently applicable taxes. Hotel check-in and checkout time is 12 Noon. Early check in and Late check out is subject to availability
• Meal Plan: Room with Breakfast basis.
• Airport transfers, as specified by air-conditioned Car inclusive of representative assistance in main cities and porterage at airports
• Services of local English speaking guide during sightseeing inclusive of entry fee to monuments.
• Domestic flight tickets for sectors Delhi –Varanasi-Delhi in Economy Class.
• All applicable taxes (Subject to change as per the governments norms)

TOUR PRICES EXCLUDE

• Accompanying escort (only for groups)
• Expenses of personal nature like laundry, telephones calls, hard & soft drinks & beverage and mineral water etc.
• Still and video camera fee at monuments and game parks
• Tips anywhere – to drivers, porters, bellboys, guides & waiters etc.
• Any items not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusions.