A spiritual journey is a journey of inner awakening and meaningful connection, guided by ancestral practices and sacred rituals. During this tour, we will participate in powerful aarti and hawan ceremonies, bathe in the sacred Ganges River for spiritual cleansing, and recite mantras to elevate our inner energy. Each day will include revitalizing activities to calm the mind, center the body, and deepen self-awareness, through sessions such as yoga or meditation. Creating a sense of unity and mutual support within the group, we will form energy circles together to share positive thoughts and healing vibrations on the riverbanks.
There will also be optional opportunities to receive astrology or numerology readings as personal guidance. We will embrace acts of compassion through volunteering, including caring for sacred animals such as cows. Additionally, we will explore the rich mythology and divine stories of gods and goddesses, acquiring deeper spiritual knowledge. At the heart of this journey lies the true essence of spirituality: good karma. Through selfless giving, loving actions, and a pure heart, we draw closer to inner peace, which is the supreme path toward spiritual growth.
Itinerary
The Golden Triangle with Sacred Sites — Delhi – Agra – Varanasi – Bodhgaya – Delhi
Arrival in Delhi
Arrival at Delhi International Airport. After immigration formalities and baggage collection, we will meet you at the Arrivals Terminal and transfer you to your hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, check-in will take place (standard check-in time is 14:00).
India's capital is the main gateway to the country. Contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis that successfully blends the old and the new. Amid towering skyscrapers stand buildings and monuments from another era, silently recalling the ancient heritage of this region. The first impression for any visitor comes during the journey from the airport, which presents itself as a kind of garden city, surrounded by trees and beautiful parks.
We will take you to an Aarti ceremony to receive the blessings of the gods and begin our journey with good health and tranquility. In Indian culture, whenever we begin a journey or a new project, we ask for good luck by performing an Aarti ceremony and applying a tika (a sacred mark on the forehead made with colored powder, kumkum, or sandalwood paste, used during religious rituals).
New Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a morning discovering Old Delhi, getting to know some of the capital's most important historical and cultural attractions. Continue with a visit to Raj Ghat, a moving monument commemorating the life of Gandhi, followed by a tour of the Rashtrapati Bhavan district, where all the important government buildings and the national parliament are located, as well as the India Gate and the Salt March monument — all grand examples of the height of British imperial power in India.
Also visit the famous Connaught Place, the commercial hub of the capital. Later, we visit the wonderful Sikh temple, Bangla Sahib, where one feels peace and connection with oneself. We finish with the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple — the largest in the world.
New Delhi to Agra (242 km)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Departure by road to Agra. In the afternoon, visit Mother Teresa and take a stroll through the typical markets of old Agra.
Agra (236 km)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we attend a Hawan ceremony — a Hindu ritual performed to bring good energy into the body and release negative energy.
In the afternoon, visit the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). The Taj Mahal is an architectural marvel — described as a monument to love, it is breathtaking in the beauty of its white marble architecture. Shah Jahan ordered its construction as an expression of the love he felt for his beautiful wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Designed by Persian architect Ustad Isa, it took 22 years to build and has become one of the wonders of the world. It features an imposing design, perfect symmetry, elegantly carved domes, and the finest inlay work ever seen.
Agra to Varanasi
Breakfast at the hotel, then travel by road to Varanasi, the 'holy city' of the Hindus. Arrival, assistance, and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, transfer to the banks of the Ganges at sunset to enjoy a boat ride on the river and participate in the beautiful Aarti ritual on the banks of the Ganges River — one of the most important rituals in Varanasi, connecting faith with the sacred river.
Observe from the boat the purification ceremonies, sacred rituals, and pilgrims' holy baths at the ghats. Watch as the murmur grows louder with the arrival of more and more devotees to perform their ritual ablutions in the sacred river. The day ends with a stroll along the ghats (steps used for Hindu rituals) by rickshaw.
Varanasi
In the early hours, a boat ride on the sacred Ganges River to see the Ghats, ritual bathing sites, and cremation grounds. Watching believers bathe and worship the river at the Ghats is one of the most extraordinary experiences a traveler can enjoy in India. Millions of pilgrims come here to purify themselves in the river's waters, attend ancient rites, consult astrologers, and expel negative karma.
We will walk through the alleyways of the old city to witness the depth of the Hindu religion in people's daily lives. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Excursion to Sarnath, the buried Buddhist city where the Buddha gave his first sermon. Sarnath was a renowned center of learning from the 6th century BC to the 12th century AD. Visit the ruins, the Stupa, the Buddhist Temple, and the Museum.
Varanasi to Bodhgaya
After breakfast, we depart by road to Bodhgaya, which is a minimum of 6 hours away. Enjoy the days in Bodhgaya, visiting the Mahabodhi Temple and other temples. Bodhgaya is one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world — the place where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.
Bodhgaya to Delhi
After breakfast, we head to the airport for Delhi.
6E-2416 RR | Aircraft: A320 Economy
12:25 (GAY) → 1h 45m → 14:10 (DEL)
Flight schedules are subject to possible changes or cancellations by the airline.
Arrival at Delhi Airport. Transfer to hotel, check-in, and rest.
Delhi to Home Country
After breakfast, we depart in time for your international flight. After a long journey, the day comes to say goodbye to the country — but take your love for it with you.
BON VOYAGE!
Planned Hotels
| City | Nights | Hotels |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 02 | Radisson Blu Dwarka or similar |
| Agra | 02 | Royal Sarovar or similar |
| Varanasi | 02 | Om Vilas or similar |
| Bodhgaya | 02 | Marasa Sarovar or similar |
| Delhi | 01 | Radisson Blu Dwarka or similar |
Note: Base category is planned for all hotels; room confirmation will be made at the time of booking. If the quoted hotels are unavailable, hotels of the same category will be provided.
What's Included
- Airport assistance with garlands and hotel transfer
- Private luxury transport with driver
- Double room accommodation per the program, with breakfast
- All entrance fees per the itinerary
- Spanish-speaking guide
- 24/7 assistance in Spanish
- One bottle of mineral water per person per day
- Rickshaw ride to explore the typical streets of Old Delhi
- One dinner with traditional Indian dances
- Luxury train ride from Agra to Varanasi
- Village visit to learn about the castes of the Hindu religion
- Hindu cooking class
- Visit with a Hindu family
- All taxes and tolls
What's Not Included
- • Beverages beyond those specified in the itinerary
- • Excess baggage costs
- • Tips/gratuities for porters at hotels and airports
- • Personal expenses not included in the program
- • All costs due to cancellations or causes beyond the control of Traditional India Tours
Things to Keep in Mind
- • The Taj Mahal is closed to the public every Friday of the year.
- • The Red Fort in Delhi is closed to the public every Monday.
- • The Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple is closed to the public on Mondays.
- • The Hawa Mahal in Jaipur is closed to the public on Fridays.
- • Kingdom of Dreams is closed to the public on Mondays.
- • The boat ride on the Ganges may be cancelled due to river flooding.
- • The hotels listed are for reference only. If unavailable, others of the same category will be confirmed.
- • Hotel ratings are based on Indian standards. Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out at 12:00 at all hotels.
- • Prices are calculated based on currently applicable rates and conditions. Any changes in rates, introduction of new taxes or service charges, or currency fluctuations may affect our quotations.
- • To ride elephants at the Jaipur fort, please note that there is a limited number of licensed elephants; under current regulations, each elephant may only complete 4 rotations each morning and carry only 2 passengers.
- • Any additional services during the trip must be paid by the client.
- • Travel times indicated are approximate and have been calculated based on road conditions and drivers' prior experience. We cannot under any circumstances guarantee these driving times will be met.
- • Flight prices have been quoted based on current availability and are subject to change at the time of ticketing. Flight schedules are subject to possible changes or cancellations by the airline; should this occur, an appropriate alternative will be arranged.