Golden Triangle Tour 6 days
- Private tour
- Solo friendly
- Family friendly
An ideal India trip for first-time visitors to India. Probably, no other tour besides the Golden Triangle tour can provide you with a full-fledged glimpse of India's royal and cultural heritage in such a short span. The journey covers the three most popular tourist destinations - Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. These destinations provide you with a slice of British, Rajputana, and Mughal royalty on the same platter. Experience a taste of India on this outstanding introductory tour.
Day 1 Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport, assistance & transfer to hotel (hotel check-in/ out time 12pm). Rest time is free to relax and for personal activities. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 Delhi (B)
City tour of Delhi. In Old Delhi, visit the majestic Red Fort (closed on Monday), the residence of the Mughal emperor for nearly 200 years until 1857. Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the world built by Shah Jahan. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market, a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewellery and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery and traditional Indian sweets. Raj Gath is the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, where he was cremated after his assassination.
In New Delhi, visit Humayun Tomb, the first garden-tomb in the Indian subcontinent and an early example of Mughal architecture, commissioned by Humayun`s first wife, Empress Bega Begum, in 1569-70. Qutab Minar, a 73-metre tall minaret that forms part of the Qutb complex a fine example of Afghan architecture. The Lotus Temple, a Bahai House of Worship notable for its flower-like shape. Also, drive past the President's House, Parliament & India Gate, etc. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 Delhi - Agra (210kms) (B)
Drive to Agra, check in at the hotel.
Later, visit the Taj Mahal, an ivory-white marble mausoleum commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. Agra Fort was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638. And Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb was commissioned by Nur Jahan for her father, Mirza Ghiyas Beg. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 Agra - Jaipur (245kms) (B)
Drive to Jaipur via visiting Fatehpur Sikri, an abandoned predominantly red sandstone construction sprawling over a huge area. See the graceful buildings including Diwan-E-Khas hall, Jodha Bai Palace, Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal & Buland Darwaza. Next visit Abhaneri, a small village popular for India`s deepest, largest and amazing step well & a Hindu Temple. Continue driving to Jaipur, check in at the hotel. Evening, explore the local market of Pink City. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 Jaipur (B)
City tour of Jaipur, the first planned city of India. Established in 1727 by Jai Singh II, the king of Amber, when he shifted his capital from Amber to the new city because of the rapidly growing population and increasing water scarcity. Noted architect Vidyadhar Bhattacharya used the established principles of Vastu Shastra to build the city. In 1876, the Prince of Wales visited Jaipur, and the entire city was painted pink, the symbolic colours of hospitality to welcome him. Jaipur rises majestically against the backdrop of the forts Nahargarh, Jaigarh and Garh Ganesh Temple. In the morning, visit Amber Fort, followed by Jaigarh Fort. Later visit City Palace, Observatory, Hawa Mahal, Sisodia Rani Garden & Birla temple. Explore the famous bazaars of Pink City, its rich history and heritage exude an amazing mix of royalty and art. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 Jaipur - Delhi (265kms) (B)
Morning is free to relax and visit places of your interest with your driver.
Later, drive to Delhi and direct drop off at the airport to board the flight for the onward destination.
What's included
* Please check prices for full list of inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
- Assistance on arrival at the airport
- 5 Nights' accommodation in a selected price category hotels
- Daily breakfast & meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
- Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program
- English-speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water in the car
- Government taxes
- Agra x 1 night Radisson Hotels/ Holiday Inn DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Agra x 1 night, Howard Plaza The Fern/ Atulyaa Taj DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Agra x 1 night, Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Delhi x 2 nights Le Meridien/ The Claridges DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Delhi x 2 nights The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suites Saket DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Delhi x 2 nights, Madhuban Hotel/ Emerald Hotel DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Jaipur x 2 nights Holiday Inn City Centre/ Lemon Tree Premier DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Jaipur x 2 nights ITC Rajputana/ Hilton Jaipur DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
- Jaipur x 2 nights Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean DEPENDING ON PRICE SELECTED
Exclusions
- Any flight tickets
- The camera charges at monuments
- Meals other than those mentioned in the day plan
- Expenses of a personal nature, like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc
- Gratuities & optional activities
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Details
Available in
English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
(Other than English guide subject to availability and at additional cost)
Available for
Infants, Children, Students, Adults, Seniors
Departure & Return
Start city: New Delhi , National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, India
Pick-up times available: 09:00
Pick up location: Delhi Airport
Ends at: Delhi Airport
Nearest airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Eco Features:
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Education & exploration
Education & exploration
The product is educational rather than entertainment focused - it respects and gives insight into local traditions and/or environment - Licensed tour guide
- Local or indigenous tour guide(s)
Cancellation policy
0% cancellation fee - 31 days or more before the travel date
50% cancellation fee - between 16-30 days before the travel date
75% cancellation fee - between 7-15 days before the travel date
90% cancellation fee - between 4-6 days before the travel date
100% cancellation fee - between 0-3 days before the travel date
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