Discover our trip to Varanasi

12 days

Treat yourself to a unique journey to the heart of spiritual India with our exclusive tour of Varanasi, one of the world's oldest surviving cities and a sacred jewel on the banks of the Ganges. Accompanied by our passionate local team, experience a deep immersion in the traditions, rites and religious fervor that animate this mythical city.

Attend the unforgettable Ganga Aarti ceremony on the ghats, stroll along the Ganges in a boat at dawn, and let yourself be carried away by the mystical atmosphere that makes Varanasi a must for travelers in search of authenticity and thrills.

Our itinerary also introduces you to the region's hidden treasures: the Buddhist site of Sarnath, the rich craftsmanship of the silk weavers, not forgetting the local flavours of street food, as simple as it is delicious.

Varanasi is not a destination like any other: it's an intense, moving and profoundly human experience. Whether you're passionate about spirituality, culture, photography or simply curious to experience India in a different way, this is the trip for you.

Rental includes the following items:

  • wifi (by car)
  • daily vehicle cleaning
  • hydration (a bottle of water available at the start of each day)
  • assistance and safety
  • daily support to help you through the ups and downs of your trip
  • all driver expenses (salary, accommodation, meals)
  • transportation costs (taxes, fuel, parking, insurance, etc.)
  • Support in creating a customized trip
  • advice on administrative procedures

Trip summary

Delhi -> Agra -> Gwalior -> Orchha -> Khajuraho -> Varanasi -> Lucknow -> Ramnagar -> Delhi

Image Arrival plane India

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Arrival Delhi Delhi city tour

Delhi Lodhi Garden

Day 2: Delhi

Delhi City tour Old Delhi: Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Red Fort New Delhi: Gandhi Raj Ghat Memorial, Humayun Tombs, Qutub Minar, Lotus temple, President's House.

Taj Mahal Agra

Day 3: DELHI - AGRA

🕑 3h - Visit the Red Fort and Taj Mahal at the end of the day for sunset

Rajasthan Monument

DAY 4: Agra - Gwalior

🗺️ 120 kms 🕑 2h - Visit the citadel of Gwalior

DAY 5: Gwalior - Orchha

🗺️ 120 kms 🕑 2h - Jahangir Palace (Jahangir Mahal) early 17th century, beautiful viewpoint The Royal Palace (Raja Mahal), where the main attraction is the magnificent royal chambers, adorned with mural paintings, still in fresh hues, depicting mythological scenes.

Khajuraho Ganges Valley Erotic Temple

DAY 6: Orchha - Khajuraho

🗺️ 175 kms 🕑 3h - Relaxation and installation at the hotel

DAY 7: Khajuraho

The temples (22) of Khajuraho are places of Jain and Hindu worship temples covered with erotic scenes

Udaipur

DAY 8: Khajuraho - Varanasi

🗺️ 450 kms 🕑 9h - Relaxation at the hotel

DAY 9: Varanasi

Located in the fertile Ganges Valley on the banks of the Ganges, Varanasi is a place of pilgrimage for Hindus, who come to bathe in the sacred river. Varanasi, or Benares, is considered a sacred city by Hindus, Buddhists and Jains. Stroll along the many gaths and cremation gaths Silk-weaving center, numerous markets Golden Temple, the holiest of Hindu temples, Hanuman Temple or Monkey Temple.

DAY 10: Varanasi - Lucknow

🗺️ 300 kms 🕑 5h - The Versailles of India Monghol architecture tinged with Westernization City of the Moguls Visit to the Bara Imambara Stroll through the lanes of the old Chowk bazaar, where you'll discover the city's specialties: "attars", perfumes made from essential oils, and "chikan" embroidery.

DAY 11: Lucknow - Ramnagar

🗺️ 200 kms 🕑 4h - Ramnagar Fort - Corbett National Park nearly 300 elephants roam the reserve Magnificent site surrounded by the Himalayas on the banks of the Ramganga River (The park is closed from June 15 to November 15).

departure india

Day 12: Ramnagar - Delhi

🗺️ 240 kms 🕑 5h - Drive to the international airport or to your hotel

Travel details

Not included :

  • Payment of entrance fees
  • Hotels
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses
  • International and domestic transport (planes, trains, etc.)

Options available on request:

  • English / French-speaking guides
  • Hotels
  • Train tickets
  • Various activities (Safari, Massage, Cooking classes, etc.)

Flexible payment

  • Payment is made in cash in RONES or EUROS of your choice (other currencies on request). 
    10% deposit to be paid by SEPA transfer IBAN France to be sent to you 
    70% to be paid to the driver in cash on arrival 
    20% to be paid to the driver in cash at the end of the tour 
    Other arrangements on request 

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