Luxury Golden Triangle Tour With Varanasi

Guide

• English Speaking Local Guides at Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Varanasi. At GeTS, we aim to support local guides who have specialized and comprehensive knowledge of the regions you visit. We provide English speaking local guides at each destination of your trip, the chosen local guide will strike a great balance between knowledgeable storytelling, humor, and giving you sufficient space and personal time to enjoy the awe-inspiring sites. He will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues. If you were interested in diving deeper into the local culture at a specific site, you can count on your assigned local speaking guide.

Meals

• Daily breakfast at coffee shop or restaurant at the hotel.

Others

• Assistance during arrival and departure • Rickshaw ride in Delhi • Food Tour in Delhi. • Jeep ride in Jaipur • Lunch with Tandoor Demo. • Turban Tying Session in Jaipur. • Boat Ride in Varanasi • One mineral water bottle per person per day • All currently applicable taxes including GST

Transport

All transfers and sightseeing by an air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows : Passenger Vehicle type • 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Tata Indigo or similar • 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar • 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Accommodation

• Accommodation in base category room of a Standard (5*) hotel. • Check-in Time : Throughout the trip, we request all our hotels prepare rooms in time as per your arrival time, especially if you are reaching the hotel prior to normal check-in time. (In India, normal check-in is at 12:00 hrs, check-out is at 10:00 hrs). This may not be always possible to manage early check-in for you; in that case you won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, you can store your luggage and explore the new destination. • Pre/Post Accommodation : If you've purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights. Internet : Depending on the areas in which you travel, you may have limited access to the Internet. Hoteliers often charge for the connection (hourly or daily). • The style of accommodation indicated is a guideline. On rare occasions, if the suggested hotels are not available due to high demand, we will book similar alternate hotels for you.

Hygieneprotocol

In the wake of the ensuing COVID crisis, we have re-invented our hygiene protocols and have taken concrete steps along with training our guides, drivers, representatives and other staff at our destinations’ offices. So, we are fully prepared for your safe travel. •Hotels will conduct thermal screening of guests, baggage screening, maintaining kitchen hygiene, smooth check-in and check-out process along with daily cleaning of rooms. •Our drivers/representatives will be wearing masks, using hand sanitizers & gloves, and undergoing thermal screening before every assignment. The vehicles too will be sanitized on a daily basis. •Our guides will be wearing masks and using hand sanitizers, gloves, and undergoing thermal screening before every assignment. •All public places at Airports/Railway Stations/Restaurants and other assisting staff therein shall be governed by the regulations laid down for the prevention of COVID 19. •Extensive COVID-19 Health & Safety guidelines recommended by the World Health Organisation shall be strictly adhered to. •All our partners will strictly follow the social distancing protocol as mandated by the Government. •Safety kits will be provided to all the guests, including a sanitizer, gloves, and a mask, before the commencement of the tour. •Our focus shall be on providing customized and private tours to ensure the safety and health of our guests. •E-Documents will be provided for the trip such as Confirmation Status/Hotel Vouchers/Itinerary/Invoice etc.

Optional

CITY – DELHI Optional Activities. 1) Kingdom of Dreams. Kingdom of Dreams is India's first live entertainment, theatre and leisure destination. It is located in Sector 29, Gurgaon, Haryana in NCR Delhi, near the Leisure Valley Park . The destination consists of two theatres, Nautanki Mahal and the Showshaa Theatre, and a cultural and cuisine area known as Culture Gully. Enjoy a Bollywood musical, 'Zangoora - The Gypsy Prince'or 'Jhumroo', in the Nauntaki Mahal auditorium. Duration of the show: 02.30 hours. 2) Private Home Cooking Experience in Delhi Experience India's culinary traditions and family life during a 4-hour cooking class and meal at a private family home in Delhi. After your chef-instructor guides you through the preparation of several recipes, sit down with the family for an intimate dinner in their home. Includes cooking instruction, meal, and hotel pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle. 3) Yoga and Meditation Experience at Lodhi Gardens in Delhi. Delhi can be very charming, yet equally chaotic, and there is no better way to ease your weariness than to attend a 2- hour morning session of yoga to boost your vigor. With the knowledge and expertise of an excellent yoga trainer, enjoy a morning full of energy and enthusiasm, sitting amidst the lush green environment of Lodhi Garden. Experience inner peace, energy and awakening with the strength of meditation, and learn the basics of ancient yogic science. 4) Old Delhi Cycle Tour Discover Old Delhi’s historic charm during a 3-hour cycling tour. Explore landmarks like the Chandni Chowk market, Old Delhi Railway Station, along with bustling back alleys. Designed for intermediate cyclists, your small-group tour is limited to eight guests for a more intimate experience. Expect to cover between 7 to 10 miles (12 to 15 kilometers) during the ride, which includes a stop for breakfast and tea. 5) Delhi Heritage Bazaars and Street Food with Rickshaw Ride. Departure Point:Traveler pickup is offered Departure Time:2:00 PM Explore Old Delhi's street bazaars, food carts, landmarks, and take a rickshaw ride on this half-day tour. Learn about the rulers and empires of Delhi's past while visiting historical monuments and getting a taste of modern Indian culture. Food tasting, rickshaw ride, and round-trip transportation from your Delhi hotel included. 6) Private Delhi Shopping Tour with Food and Henna Departure Point:Traveler pickup is offered Departure Time:2:00 PM Delhi's frenetic, jam-packed markets and bazaars can feel overwhelming; touring them with a guide lets you find the best possible souvenirs. Stroll through the stalls offering handicrafts, handlooms, and street food with a dedicated guide at your side. You'll learn about the tradition of handicrafts in Delhi and try some local street food. CITY – AGRA Optional Activities. 1) Mohabaat-e-Taj Show – Agra. • Watch the love story of the Taj Mahal enacted live by theatre actors • Your seat will be ready with a complimentary bottle of water and an audio system in French / German/Spanish . • Opportunity at end for pictures with cast (actors of the play) for a nominal fee. 2) Heritage Walk Through the Old City of Agra Pick up: 4:00 PM Explore the old city of Agra on a 3-hour walking tour led by a local guide who shows you daily life away from the typical tourist attractions. Learn about Agra's history, architecture, and traditions as you discover the old market and its surroundings. Includes stops at the spice market, the goddess temple, and Jama Masjid — the largest mosque in India, before ending with an unusual view of the Taj Mahal from the Yamuna. CITY – JAIPUR Optional Activities. 1) Hot air Balloon in Jaipur. The rides are usually arranged two hours prior sunrise and two hours post sunset. These timings are ideal for the hot air balloon to operate, as the winds are weak, allowing the balloon a smooth passage. The usual timings for the hot air balloon activity are 5:30 AM during April-June (no evening rides due to immense heat), 6:15 AM and 4:00 AM during September- November and 6:45 AM and 3:30 PM during December to March. 2) Rajasthan Folk Dance Show with Dinner in Jaipur at Narayan Niwas Palace. In the Evening we will enjoy a show of folk dances from Rajasthan with dinner included at Narain Niwas Palace. 3) Bollywood Dance Workshop in Jaipur. Pick up : 9AM/10AM/11AM/12PM/1PM/2PM Take a peek inside the Indian cinema through our exciting Bollywood Dance Workshop which is the world's largest film industry. In order to charge your spirit, this tour highlights the interesting fusion of dance where you can learn various steps that make dancing fun. No other activity compares to the sheer delight and adrenalin rush that Bollywood dance brings. You can get an opportunity to partake in the unique style of dance moves that define a Bollywood movie. 4) Relaxing Ayurvedic Massage in Jaipur Duration: 03 HRS approx. (depend on the type of massages) Pick up time from hotel between: 10:00 am to 07:00 PM (multiple departures) Ayurveda is the traditional holistic healing process passed down through generations in India for over 5,000 Years. It was used as a therapy to help reduce stress and give deep relaxation. Today, Ayurveda is a luxury that helps create a unique experience. You can take an Ayurvedic Massage with us and sedate your body and soul. This massage focuses on relaxation, stress and relief releasing emotional blockage. We have multiple Ayurveda Massage options each providing holistic experience that nourishes your body, mind and soul. You can get a pampering stress free day through the best massages that will hit the right spot. Your senses will be spiritually awoken by getting your body massaged using oils made of natural herbs. 5) Sunrise Yoga Session in Jaipur with breakfast. Departure Point: Traveler pickup is offered Departure Time: 6:00 AM The tour offers you an incredible Sunrise Yoga session in Jaipur to help you rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. Get introduced to Yoga – an array of spiritual, mental, and physical techniques & practices that developed in the pre-Vedic times and also finds mention in the Rig Veda (one of the four sacred Hindu texts). Learn about the healing abilities of Yoga and how it can help to revive your body from all the anxiety and tiredness. Try and learn some Yoga Asanas from expert gurus and succumb to serenity during your private one-hour yoga session. CITY – VARANASI Optional Activities. 1) Traditional Home Cooking Experience in Varanasi Departure Point: Pick up from Hotels in Varanasi Apart from its awe-inspiring cultural delights, which visitors to Varanasi are always eager to savor, the city also offers a more enriching experience through its delectable food. Join us on a very special and private cooking lesson tour in the home of a local Indian family in Varanasi where you will learn traditional cooking methods using exotic Indian spices and other ingredients and enjoy variety of delicious food while engaging in a good conversation. This private cooking tour lets you taste your way through delectable Indian cuisines with an Indian family. 2) Morning Heritage Walk of Varanasi with Manikarnika Ghat Embark on an incredible walk tour of Varanasi, showcasing the best of the ancient city of Varanasi in true local style. Varanasi is one of the most colorful places on the earth dotted with numerous temples and spirituality is at its core. Hence, Varanasi is rightly referred to as the “holy city of India. On this 3-hour tour, you’ll be exploring the heritage lanes of Varanasi city on foot. Explore the many narrow lanes of the city and get introduced to the city’s prominent highlights like the Manikarnika Ghat, the cremation site, and the old Nepali Temple built by the king of Nepal living in exile in Varanasi. Also covering some of the other captivating sites, like the Lalita Ghat, the iconic leaning temple Matri Rin Mandir (the sinking temple of Varanasi), Kashi Karvat (the temple of death) and more. Let’s embark on this captivating tour of Varanasi.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. We recommend World Nomads, a company recommended by Lonely Planet.

Others

• Any airfare (International or Domestic) • Monument entry fees • Any Mandatory Gala Dinner on Christmas and New Year Eve. • Any item of personal nature viz. Laundry • Any Mandatory Gala Dinner on Christmas and New Year Eve. • Charges, telephone bills, drinks, shopping, etc • Any items that is not mentioned under Inclusions • Tips : Tipping is a common custom and we always suggest our travelers to comply. No tip is compulsory, however in case of good services rendered, it is advisable to pay by a few rupees (driver / guide). For example, 300 rupees can be left in restaurants (depending on the bill amount), between 300 and 500 rupees per day per person for a good driver.

Flights

The Domestic Flight from Jaipur to Varanasi is not included in the package cost, once you tell us your travel dates we will update you the fare. The International flight tickets have to be booked on your own, once you book your international flight tickets, please share with us your schedule so that we can arrange your smooth pick-up and drop off from airport to hotel on your arrival day and hotel to the airport on the departure day. Passports and Visas : All travelers listed on the Participant Information form must be in possession of a valid passport and all relevant visas. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have valid travel documentation, including but not limited to passports and visas, which meet the requirements of immigration and other Government authorities at every destination. If your itinerary includes travel to any other country besides India, please check on visa requirements for each country that you will visit. Any fines, penalties, payments or expenditures incurred as a result of such documents not meeting the requirements of those authorities will be your sole responsibility.