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106 Varanasi trips. Tours from 44 tour companies. 448 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Essence of Rajasthan with Varanasi
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Essence of Rajasthan with Varanasi

By Payless Tours India
none
5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Delhi, Jaipur, Khajuraho, Quseir Amra, Rajasthan, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Taj Mahal, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Personal English-speaking driver and AC comfortable vehicle Accommodation in selected de lux hotels with private bathrooms and AC
  • Ganges river boat ride morning and evening
  • Taj Mahal sightseeing
  • Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
  • Shopping
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I'd like to express my great satisfaction with the tour and all the arrangements made by Paylesstoursindia. We had a wonderful time in India with our personal driver and guide Prakash who showed us the most interesting places ready to customise the tour to our requests and wishes. The accommodation was mainly in heritage hotels which were exceptional and the ambience there was also unique. Local guides were all polite and friendly, attractions really worth watching or experiencing. We will recommend this tour to our friends and family members."

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Rajasthan, India Photography Holiday
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Rajasthan, India Photography Holiday

By Creative Escapes
none
5/5 Excellent
7 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Rajasthan

Highlights

  • Even the most traveled are underprepared for that breath-stealing moment its gates are traversed and this magnificent world wonder comes into focus. Surely the most beautiful building on the planet.
  • Spectacular dusk fire ceremony performed by priests on the banks of the holy river, before myriad small candles are placed on a flower raft and floated down the Ganges.
  • Varanasi is a veritable paradise for pilgrims, who throng the ghats of the Ganges for spiritual rewards like deliverance from sin and attainment of nirvana. A truly incredible spectacle.
  • Pushkar Camel Fair is one of India’s most highly-rated travel experiences, a spectacle on an epic scale, an opportunity to witness the color, spectacle and carnival of one of the last great traditional meals.

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I had a fantastic time in Cuba last month with CE, my first group holiday of any kind & i was nervous but need not have worried! hotels, guide, tutor & locations all excellent plus the company of a lovely bunch of fellow travellers made it a very enjoyable memorable trip! thank you, Jo"

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Magnificent India and Nepal
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Magnificent India and Nepal

By Payless Tours India
none
5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Agra, Chitwan National Park, Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Taj Mahal, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Personal English-speaking driver and AC comfortable vehicle Accommodation in selected deluxe hotels with private bathrooms and AC
  • Lots of attractions included in the price
  • Ganges river boat ride morning and evening
  • Beautiful sightseeing Taj Mahal
  • Enjoy Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I'd like to express my great satisfaction with the tour and all the arrangements made by Paylesstoursindia. We had a wonderful time in India with our personal driver and guide Prakash who showed us the most interesting places ready to customise the tour to our requests and wishes. The accommodation was mainly in heritage hotels which were exceptional and the ambience there was also unique. Local guides were all polite and friendly, attractions really worth watching or experiencing. We will recommend this tour to our friends and family members."

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24 Days North India Adventure Tour
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24 Days North India Adventure Tour

By HolidaysAt
none
4.8/5 Excellent
23 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Agra Fort, Amber Fort, Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Hawa Mahal, Jaipur, Jama Masjid, Jodhpur, Qutab Minar, Rajasthan, Red Fort, Taj Mahal, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Humayun's Tomb, India's largest mosque Jama Masjid and India Gate, Qutub Minar, Red Fort. Take a Rickshaw ride through Old Delhi.
  • Sunrise boat ride along the Ganges River and explore its many temples. Varanasi
  • Bandhavgarh NP - home of the elusive Bengal tiger and exotic Indian wildlife
  • Visit the stone carved temples, famous for their erotic sculptures depicting the Kama Sutra. Khajuraho
  • Guided city tour of Agra with sunrise visit Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh.
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Themes

Family Friendly, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Amit Tomar is the best!!!!! We travelled to India as a group of 3 women. Everything was organized perfectly. Amit checked in every day . The Taj Mahal made us a little teary....it really is spectacular. Will definitely be using Holidays At services again!"

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Nepal Bhutan India Tour
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Nepal Bhutan India Tour

By Evergreen Tours
none
5/5 Excellent
14 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Agra, Amber Fort, Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Himalayas, Jaipur, Jama Masjid, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Taj Mahal

Highlights

  • Explore Kathmandu
  • Wildlife Viewing Chitwan National Park
  • Experience Nature Hiking to Kalsee Ecolodge
  • Explore Taj Mahal in India, 7 Wonders of the world
  • See Pink city, Amber Fort, Varanashi, Gaya
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Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Bhutan experience was awesome! We had 2 days “home-stay” or B & B in our terms and this was fantastic. The home-stay was located in the proximity of another cliff monastery on a smaller scale to Tigers Nest. The entire experience is making us ache for a return trip to Bhutan only longer to include a trek!"

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Bestseller of Royal Rajasthan
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Bestseller of Royal Rajasthan

By Payless Tours India
none
5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Khajuraho, Rajasthan, Udaipur, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Personal English speaking driver and AC comfortable vehicle
  • Accommodation in selected hotels with private bathrooms and AC
  • Lots of attractions included in the price
  • Ganges river sunrise boat ride
  • Taj Mahal sightseeing
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I'd like to express my great satisfaction with the tour and all the arrangements made by Paylesstoursindia. We had a wonderful time in India with our personal driver and guide Prakash who showed us the most interesting places ready to customise the tour to our requests and wishes. The accommodation was mainly in heritage hotels which were exceptional and the ambience there was also unique. Local guides were all polite and friendly, attractions really worth watching or experiencing. We will recommend this tour to our friends and family members."

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Premium India
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Premium India

By Intrepid Travel
premier
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Delhi, Jaipur, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty in buildings that lie across the north of India, from Jaipur’s Amber Fort and Royal City Palace to Agra’s Red Fort and iconic Taj Mahal.
  • Taste the best of Indian cuisine during Exclusive Experiences, including a street food tour with a local expert in Agra and a wonderful meal in the home of a Brahmin family in Jaipur.
  • Embark on both morning and sunset safaris through Ranthambore National Park in search of antelope, sloth bears, leopards and the elusive tigers that call this park home.
  • Spend two elegant evenings at your Feature Stay hotel in Jaipur. The heritage hotel has been in the same family since its opening in 1928 and offers opulent details and warm, friendly service.
  • Take part in Exclusive Experiences to remember – visit to a royal haveli in Jaipur and hear the stories of its owner’s ancestors, and cruise down the Ganges at sunset accompanied by local musicians.
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Themes

High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Golden Triangle & Rajasthan Expedition
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Golden Triangle & Rajasthan Expedition

By Odynovo
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Agra Fort, Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Taj Mahal, Udaipur, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Witness the iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise, a UNESCO masterpiece and symbol of eternal love.
  • Experience ancient rituals on the Ganges, an evening Aarti ceremony
  • Explore Amber Fort's opulence, Hawa Mahal's charm, and City Palace's regal heritage in Jaipur.
  • Marvel at Rajasthan's history, soaring above Jodhpur and discovering the Taj Mahal of Mewar.
  • Stroll through city palaces, sail on Lake Pichola, and relish a Monsoon Palace sunset in Udaipur.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a traveling solo female. Liz my trip consultant and contact person was so helpful and responsive to any and all my concerns and questions. It was a trip of a lifetime. I can not gush enough about the itinerary and experiences. I am completely impressed with is company and this person. Ya ya in Chang Mai and Sam in Bangkok are top notch guides. The diving in Phuket was arranged with Siam diving, a small private boat not an over stuffed crowded one. It felt like we were the only people in the ocean. Goo, GO, GO!!!!"

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Highlights of Northern India - Summer itinerary
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Highlights of Northern India - Summer itinerary

By Exodus Travels
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Varanasi

Highlights

  • See the unforgettable Taj Mahal, one of the New Wonders of the World
  • Go wildlife watching in Sariska National Park
  • Take a boat ride along the mystical Ganges at Varanasi
  • Explore the major landmarks in the Pink City of Jaipur

Themes

Cultural, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

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Discover India
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Discover India

By G Adventures
preferred
4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Agra Fort, Amber Fort, Delhi, Jaipur, Jama Masjid, Khajuraho, Rajasthan, Taj Mahal, Udaipur, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Walk the backstreets of delhi with a local guide
  • Enjoy a talk with a local historian and scholar
  • Explore the grand forts and palaces in rajasthan
  • Enjoy a safari in ranthambore national park
  • Experience village life near the holy town of pushkar

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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India in 15 days - Palaces of Rajasthan & Ganges of Varanasi - LUXURY
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India in 15 days - Palaces of Rajasthan & Ganges of Varanasi - LUXURY

By Exoticca
preferred
4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Agra
  • Bikaner
  • Delhi
  • Jaipur
  • Jaisalmer
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The trip was well laid out. Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The only complaint is some of our travel documents that were sent out were not in English. If your sending documents out correspondence should be in both the native language and the language of the people the correspondence to. Other than that a great first time experience."

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Provided byExodus Travels

Highlights of Northern India

Absolutely superb. Our guide, Ajay Gupta, was out of this world. All Exodus guides are super but he was just amazing. The sights we saw in such a short time, the s...

Tour:  Highlights of Northern India - Summer itinerary

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

An amazing, enthralling, full-on trip.

This trip is not for the faint-hearted. Despite various lengths being quoted, the traveler is effectively on the road in India for 8 days, and flies home on day 9....

Tour:  Highlights of Northern India - Summer itinerary

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Fantastic trip!

An amazing trip with a very full on itinerary! You’ ll see all the highlights of Northern India, you will do all the must activities like boat ride in Varanasi. Ye...

Tour:  Highlights of Northern India - Summer itinerary

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Anonymous

Jul 2017

Provided byExodus Travels

Highlights of Northern India

A fantastic trip giving you an experience of the countries culture, the local wildlife and numerous modes of transport. It’s an excellent trip for first time trave...

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Deborah

Nov 2016

Provided byG Adventures

This G adventure tour was a wonderful way to visit India for the first time

This G adventure tour was a wonderful way to visit India for the first time. We were always safe, despite the traffic and the population density. The tour covered fa...

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