Overview
You will cover the top places in North India known for temples like Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Varanasi. Along with this, sightseeing tours of Agra and Delhi are also included. What else do you want? Comfortable hotels, transfers in hygienic vehicles, delicious meals, and sightseeing tours are equipped with the North India temple tour to ensure a hassle-free journey.
Also, this itinerary of the North India temple tour package is indicative of what could be possible. Contact Indian Holiday today if you want to customizable the tour as per your requirements and conveniences.
Highlights
- Explore the famous attractions of Delhi
- Visit to Har-ki-Pauri
- Enjoy a boat cruise on the holy river the Ganges
- Sightseeing tour of Rishikesh
- Temple tour of Varanasi
- Excursion to Buddhist temple and monuments in Sarnath
- Witness the beauty of the Taj Mahal
- Explore the popular attractions of Agra
- Enjoy shopping at Chandni Chowk in Delhi
Itinerary
Welcome to the North India Temple tour!
After arrival at Delhi Airport/Railway Station, our representative will assist you to your hotel in Delhi. Complete the check-in formalities and unwind at the hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Start the day with a healthy breakfast. Get ready and proceed for Delhi sightseeing. Today, you will explore the top attractions in Delhi like India Gate, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Parliament House, and the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple.
After a delightful lunch, you will be driven to India Gate and Qutub Minar Complex. End your Delhi tour with a visit to Chhatapur Temple and witness the stunning South Indian and North Indian architecture. Come back to the hotel and hop onto the bed for a relaxing sleep.
On day 3 of your North India Temple tour, have a delicious breakfast and check out. Proceed towards the railway station and board the train to Haridwar. Our representative will assist you to Har-ki-Pauri in Haridwar where you can seek blessings from the divine. Also, visit other significant temples in Haridwar.
Afterward, proceed to Rishikesh by road (approx. 1 hour from Haridwar). On arrival, check in to the hotel and rest for a while. In the evening, head to Triveni Ghat for the Aarti ceremony. Immerse yourself into the chantings echoing the ghat and later, return to the hotel for a restful sleep.
Start your day with a hearty breakfast. Proceed to visit the attractions in Rishikesh like Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Gita Bhawan, and more. Check out from the hotel in Rishikesh and depart to Haridwar Railway Station by road. You will board a train to the holy city of Varanasi or Banaras. Overnight journey on the train.
You will arrive at Varanasi Railway Station early in the morning. Our representative will transfer you to your pre-booked hotel where you will complete the check-in and rest in your room. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
On day 6 of your Temple Tour in North India, you will visit the most popular temples in Varanasi. In the morning, you will be transferred to a boat for a ride on the river Ganges. Post that, you will have your breakfast at the hotel. Later, enjoy a road trip to Sarnath, the ancient Buddhist town (30 mins). Here, explore the monuments of Buddhist significance like the stupa, Buddhist temple, and museum.
By afternoon, you will come back to Varanasi for a temple visit. Visit Bharat Mata Temple and Durga Temple. Also, visit Aurangzeb Mosque and Banaras Hindu University. Come back to the hotel and enjoy a restful sleep.
Day 7 of your North India temple tour is free for leisure. Explore the city as per your own wish. In the afternoon, check out from the hotel and get transferred to Varanasi Railway Station to board the train to Agra. Overnight journey on the train.
You will reach Agra, the ‘City of Love’ early in the morning. Our representative will assist you to your hotel. On arrival, check-in and unwind. Then get ready and proceed for Agra sightseeing. Visit Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daulah tomb (Baby Taj), and of course Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Soak in the beauty of this marble monument and learn more about Mughal history and architecture. After the tour, get back to the hotel and slide under the sheets for a cozy sleep.
This is the last day of your North India Temple Tour. So, after a fulfilling breakfast, check out and proceed on a road trip from Agra to Delhi via Mathura (4 to 5 hours drive). On arrival, explore the markets of Chandni Chowk and also visit Connaught Place. Enjoy a delicious dinner at City Restaurant. You will then be dropped off at Delhi Airport from where you will board a flight back home with pleasant memories of the tour.
FAQs
The popular cities of Uttar Pradesh are:
- Agra
- Mathura/Vrindavan
- Lucknow
- Varanasi
- Ayodhya
- Prayagraj
The list of the places are as below:
- AGRA: TajMahal, Red Fort, Itmad-Ul-Allah Tomb etc.
- BARSANA/MATHURA/VRINDAVAN: Radharani Temple, Govardhan, Iskon Temple, Bhuteshwar Mahadev Temple etc.
- LUCKNOW: Bara Imambara, ChotaImambara, Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chattar Manzil etc.
- VARANASI: Dashashwamedh Ghat, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Manikarnika Ghat, Bharat Mata Temple, Ganga Aarti, Buddhist Remains of Sarnath etc.
- AYODHYA: Sita Ram Mandir, Birla Temple, Hanuman Garhi Mandir, Naya Ghat etc.
- PRAYAGRAJ: Triveni/Sangam, Ashoka Pillar, Akshayavat, Prayagraj Fort etc.
There are both international as well as domestic airports:
International Airports
- Lucknow Airport(LKO)
- Varanasi Airport (VNS)
Domestic/Regional Airports:
- Kanpur (KNU)
- Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)
- Agra Airport (AGR)
- Prayagraj Airport (IXD)
- Hindon Airport (HDX)
Although you can travel to Uttar Pradesh anytime in a year but yes travel between October to March is a good time to travel any part of Uttar Pradesh the weather generally remain cool or pleasant during these months.
There are different festivals that are celebrated in a grand manner in Uttar Pradesh. Please find the below list of the same:
- The Kumbh and the Ardh Kumbh: The Kumbh Mela is organized every 12 years and the Ardh Kumbh Mela is organized every 6 years. Lakhs of pilgrims, sages, and saints flock to the holy site of Prayagraj to attend this divine event. They take a dip in the holy waters and wash away their sins.
- Buddha Purnima: Celebrate the birth of Lord Gautam Buddha.
- Holi: Festival of colours.
- Janmashtami: Celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna.
- Ganesh Chaturthi: Celebrating the birth/arrival of Lord Ganesha to earth from KailashParvat with his mother Goddess Parvati.
- Eid: Celebrate majorly by the Muslim community.
- Taj Mahotsav: An event to encourage the heritage and cultural activities of the state.
- MahaShivratri: A festival dedicated to lord Shiva, this name also refers to the night when Shiva performs the heavenly dance.
- Dussehra: Celebrate as a victory of lord Rama over Ravana OR victory of good over evil.
- Diwali: The festival of light & worshipping the goddess Laxmi.
- Christmas: Celebrate on the occasion of the birth of Jesus Christ.
There are some good local markets & places for shopping in Uttar Pradesh which are as below:
- Handicraft & cultural market in Agra.
- Subhash Bazar in Agra for clothes.
- Aminabad Market in Lucknow.
- Hazratganj Market in Lucknow.
- Vishwanath Market in Varanasi.
- Dashaswamedh Market in Varanasi.
There are many good things to eat in Uttar Pradesh out of these some are very popular which are as below:
- Different types paratha in Agra.
- Mughlai food in Lucknow.
- Peda in Mathura.
- Laddu in Vrindavan.
- Chaatin Vrindavan.