Eastern Golden Triangle Tour

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1 : ARRIVAL DELHI
On your arrival at the Delhi Airport, you will be greeted by our representative who will escort you to the hotel for check in.

The national capital of India, New Delhi enthralls one and all with its delightful mix of cultures. Corporate hub, media capital and fashion hot spot, Delhi is all this and more.

Spend the night at the hotel.

DAY 2 : DELHI
The second day of the Eastern Golden Triangle Tour will be devoted sightseeing of Delhi.

Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate, Jantar Mantar, Parliament House, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Gandhi Memorial, Lotus Temple, Humayun Tomb and Qutub Minar are some of the places one must see in Delhi.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 3 : DELHI TO JAIPUR
Drive to Jaipur and check in at the hotel.

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is a bustling city that has an unmistakable old-world charm about it. It is dotted with a number of stunning forts and palaces that stand witness to the splendor of the bygone days.

Spend the night in the hotel.

DAY 4 : JAIPUR
On the fourth morning of the Eastern Golden Triangle Tour indulge in a city tour of Jaipur.

Enjoy a morning excursion to the Amber Fort on elephant back. In the afternoon visit City Palace that was commissioned by the founder of Jaipur, Sawai Jai Singh. Also visit Jantar Mantar, Nawab Sahab Ki Haveli and the bazaars.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 5 : JAIPUR - AGRA
Head towards Agra in the morning visiting Fatehpur Sikri on the way. On arrival, check in at hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Built by the Mughal Emperor, Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri is the ideal example of the Mughal architectural splendor at its pinnacle. The town is replete with a number of magnificent monuments like the Jama Masjid, Buland Darwaza, Palace of Jodha Bai, Birbal Bhawan and Panch Mahal.

Retire for the night at the hotel.

DAY 6 : AGRA - VARANASI
Embark on a sightseeing tour of Agra.

Pay a visit to the most enduring symbol of love, the Taj Mahal, counted among one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This is followed by a visit to the Agra Fort that is an imposing monument of red sandstone. Also visit Itmad-ud-Daula's Tomb.

In the evening, board a night train to Varanasi and spend the night on board.

DAY 7 : VARANASI
Arrive in Varanasi and transfer to hotel for check in. Rest for a while and visit Sarnath.

Sarnath is renowned as the site where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermons. The visit is followed by an aarti performance by the banks of the Ganges River.

Spend the night in the hotel.

DAY 8 : VARANASI - BHUBANESHWAR
At sunrise enjoy an exhilarating boat ride in the Ganges followed by a sightseeing tour of Varanasi.

Varanasi's tourist attractions include the Alamgir Mosque or Beni Madhav Ka Darera, Dasaswamedha Ghat, Benares Hindu University and Bharat Mata Temple. Varanasi also sports a series of ghats or concrete pavilions along the River Ganges, among which the most popular is the Dasaswamedha Ghat.

You have the rest of the day to yourself and during the evening, you will be transferred to the railway station to board a night train to Bhubaneshwar.

DAY 9 : BHUBANESHWAR
Arrive at Bhubaneshwar in the morning and check in to a hotel before sightseeing.

The capital city of Orissa, Bhubaneshwar means the "Abode of the Lord of the World". Touted as the Temple City of India, Bhubaneshwar is dotted with a number of legendary temples. Of late Bhubaneshwar has also been steadily emerging as an IT hub.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

DAY 10 : BHUBANESHWAR - KONARK - PURI
Drive to Puri visiting Konark on the way. After arrival check in at a hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Konark is reputed for its world heritage site called the Sun Temple. The temple is remarkable for its exquisite stonework. You can also enjoy the sand and the surf on the beaches of Puri once you reach.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 11 : PURI
Observe the splendid sights and sounds of Puri.

There are a number of venerated Hindu shrines in Puri that you can pay a visit to. The other alternative is to have a rocking time at the beach. The major highlights of the city are Jagannath Temple and beaches.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

DAY 12 : PURI - BHUBANESHWAR - KOLKATA
Drive to Bhubaneshwar to catch a flight to Kolkata. On arrival our representative will escort you to the hotel.

Kolkata is touted as the cultural and intellectual capital of the nation. It has bee the abode of many men and women of distinction including Nobel laureates Mother Teresa and Rabindranath Tagore.

The night will be spent in the train.

DAY 13 : KOLKATA
After arrival in Kolkata transfer to the hotel for check in followed by sightseeing.

The Capital of West Bengal is one of the busiest metropolises of India. This fascinating city impresses the visitors with its colonial past and rich history. The Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Hooghly Bridge and Eden Gardens are some of the popular attractions in Kolkata.

You will be spending the night in the hotel.

DAY 14 : KOLKATA DEPARTURE
On your last day of the Eastern Golden Triangle Tour you will be transferred to the airport to board the return flight.

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This would include if there is any special note.