This 14-day Delhi-to-Goa trip starts with the Golden Triangle, turns east for Varanasi, then heads west to Mumbai and the Goa coast. It works well for travelers who want the monuments and river ceremonies early in the trip and free time near the coast at the end.
Itinerary at a glance
- Day 1 • Delhi arrival
- Day 2 • Delhi
- Day 3 • Delhi to Agra
- Day 4 • Agra to Jaipur
- Day 5 • Jaipur
- Day 6 • Jaipur to Varanasi
- Day 7 • Varanasi
- Day 8 • Varanasi to Mumbai
- Day 9 • Mumbai and Elephanta
- Day 10 • Mumbai to Goa
- Day 11 • Goa sightseeing
- Day 12 • Goa leisure
- Day 13 • Goa leisure
- Day 14 • Goa departure
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 • Delhi arrival
Meet the driver and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 • Delhi
Explore Old and New Delhi, with time for market lanes and major monuments.
Day 3 • Delhi to Agra
Drive to Agra and begin the Mughal sightseeing. Check your Taj Mahal visit against the opening calendar.
Day 4 • Agra to Jaipur
Continue to Jaipur, using the transfer day for the listed heritage stops.
Day 5 • Jaipur
Set aside the day for Amber Fort and city sights such as the City Palace and Hawa Mahal.
Day 6 • Jaipur to Varanasi
Transfer east to Varanasi. Confirm the booked transport and who handles tickets.
Day 7 • Varanasi
Use the full day for the Ganges and temple area. Confirm river conditions and the evening aarti plan.
Day 8 • Varanasi to Mumbai
Continue to Mumbai. Allow for the transfer before counting on any optional city activities.
Day 9 • Mumbai and Elephanta
Take the ferry for the Elephanta Caves if operating. Continue with Mumbai sights such as Marine Drive and the city museum as time allows.
Day 10 • Mumbai to Goa
Transfer to Goa and settle in near the coast.
Day 11 • Goa sightseeing
See Old Goa’s churches, including the Basilica of Bom Jesus, and pick among the listed coastal stops according to your pace.
Day 12 • Goa leisure
Keep the day free for the beach or a neighborhood outing.
Day 13 • Goa leisure
Enjoy a second flexible day and reconfirm your departure pickup.
Day 14 • Goa departure
Transfer to the agreed Goa airport. Check the airport code on your flight confirmation.
What to confirm before you book
Confirm how the Jaipur–Varanasi, Varanasi–Mumbai and Mumbai–Goa legs are booked, including baggage and airport transfers. Check ferry operations if Elephanta is a priority.
View the published tour itinerary and booking options. For more planning advice, read our related travel guide. Share your dates and group size if you’d like help planning this route. Contact Varanasi Excursion.