Spiritual India
Soulful 7 Days / 6 Nights Private, guided

Spiritual India

Seven days along India's sacred thread — the Golden Temple, the Ganga aarti of Rishikesh, and the luminous ghats of Varanasi at dawn.

7 Days / 6 Nights Delhi · Amritsar · Rishikesh · Varanasi ★★★★★ 4.9 (142 reviews)
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
RegionDelhi · Amritsar · Rishikesh · Varanasi
Best SeasonOctober – March
Tour StylePrivate, guided
From₹52,000 / person

Tour overview

India's spiritual heart beats along its rivers and in its temples. This private journey follows that current, from Amritsar's Golden Temple to Rishikesh in the Himalayan foothills and the ancient ghats of Varanasi.

You don't need to be religious to be moved by it — a trip of atmosphere, ritual and music, guided by locals who understand its meaning.

Tour highlights

  • The golden Harmandir Sahib at Amritsar
  • The Wagah border ceremony at sunset
  • Evening Ganga Aarti at Rishikesh
  • A private dawn boat ride in Varanasi
  • The great Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
  • Sarnath, cradle of Buddhism

Day-by-day itinerary

1 Delhi

Arrive in Delhi

Transfer to your hotel; evening at leisure.

Meals:

2 Delhi → Amritsar

The Golden Temple

Fly to Amritsar; the Golden Temple and the Wagah border ceremony.

Meals: Breakfast

3 Amritsar → Rishikesh

To the foothills

Travel to Rishikesh; evening Ganga Aarti by the river.

Meals: Breakfast

4 Rishikesh

Yoga, temples & the river

Optional sunrise yoga, ashrams and the Lakshman Jhula bridge.

Meals: Breakfast

5 Rishikesh → Varanasi

To the eternal city

Transfer and fly to Varanasi.

Meals: Breakfast

6 Varanasi

Sunrise on the Ganges

A private dawn boat ride, old-city temples and the evening aarti.

Meals: Breakfast

7 Varanasi

Sarnath & departure

Visit Sarnath, then transfer to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast

What's included

Included

  • 6 nights' hotels with breakfast
  • Private car with driver and a knowledgeable guide
  • Private dawn boat ride and Ganga Aarti in Varanasi
  • Wagah border visit and optional Rishikesh yoga
  • Entry fees, transfers, taxes & 24/7 support

Not included

  • International flights (domestic can be added)
  • Lunches and dinners
  • India visa, insurance and personal expenses
  • Camera fees and tips

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Pricing & departures

Per person, twin-sharing, land only. Every trip is quoted fresh to your exact dates.

SeasonMonths2 travellers4+ travellers
PeakOct – Mar₹60,000₹55,000
ShoulderApr & Sep₹55,000₹52,000
GreenMay – Aug₹52,000₹48,000

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be religious?

No — the journey is about atmosphere, ritual and history, and moves travellers of every background.

What should I wear?

Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees, plus slip-on shoes for temples.

Is the Varanasi boat ride included?

Yes — a private dawn boat ride and the evening Ganga Aarti are both included.

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