India – Golden Triangle 6N

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Duration

6 Nights / 7 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

2 people

Languages

English, Hindi

About this tour

India’s golden triangle is a tourist circuit in India that connects the national capital, New Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. The Golden Triangle is so named because of the triangular shape formed by their locations on a map. The trips usually start in Delhi and move south to the site of the Taj Mahal at Agra (in Uttar Pradesh state), then west, to Jaipur (in the desert landscapes of Rajasthan state). It is normally possible to do the trip by road, train or plane. The Golden Triangle is now a well-traveled route, providing a good spectrum of the country’s different landscapes. The circuit is about 720 km by road. Each leg is about 4 to 6 hours of driving.

 

Included/Excluded

  • Rates given are per person on twin sharing basis.
  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Transport using services of air-conditioned Toyota Crysta.
  • Services of Local English speaking guide as per tour itinerary.
  • Jeep ride at Jaipur ( Subject to availability).
  • All applicable taxes.
  • Activities which are mentioned as ‘Optional’.
  • Entrances to the monuments as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Meals which are mentioned as ‘Optional’
  • Any expenses of personal nature/insurance airfare etc.

Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi

Upon arrival at Delhi IGI airport, our representative, waiting in the arrival lounge with a paging board with your name written will meet you. You would be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at hotel

Day 2: Delhi

Morning after Breakfast you will be taken for a Full day combined sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Begin with Old Delhi. This will include visits to Jama Masjid - The mosque of Friday that can accommodate 20000 people at one time was built from 1644 to 1658 during the reign of Shahjahan. The mosque which measures 65m on 35 m, and whose court forms a square of 100m on side is by its surface the greatest religious construction of Islam; Raj Ghat where Mahatma Gandhi – The Father of Nation, was cremated and drive past Red Fort– the Palace for Shahjahan’s new capital, Shahjahanabad, the seventh Muslim city in the Delhi site and mile long Chandni Chowk. In New Delhi, you will be visiting Qutab Minar - the 239ft sandstone tower- an Indo-Islamic architectural wonder of ancient India; Humayun's tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects chosen by her. Drive past India Gate – War Memorial Arch, Parliament House and President’s Palace Overnight at Hotel

Day 3: Delhi-Agra ( 203 Kms / 03 ½ Hrs )

Today after breakfast drive to Agra - Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today, a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices of red sandstone and white marble, narrow lanes and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains.  It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.

Upon arrival check in at Hotel.

Afternoon proceed for half-day city tour visiting Taj Mahal & Agra Fort.

The Taj Mahal is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid 17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding. You will have ample time to view and be mesmerized by this outstanding piece of architecture. (Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays for public visit.)

Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture. Agra Fort – the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. This was the seat of Mughal rule and administration and the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River. Shah Jehan added the impressive quarters nd the mosque while Aurangzeb added the outer ramparts. Visit its Hall of Public Audience and its Royal Pavilions.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Agra-Jaipur (By surface, 260 Kms / 06 Hrs) Via Fatehpur Sikri

Post breakfast drive to Jaipur covering a distance of 260 kms in approx. 6 hours.

En-route, visit Fatehpur Sikri which is located approximately 01 hour away from Agra.

Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World heritage site. The deserted red sandstone city was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and Palace in the late 16th century. It is a veritable fairy tale city and its ruins are in pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the former days of its grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, which is the largest gateway in the world.

Post sightseeing continue your drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival check in at Hotel.

Overnight at Hotel

Day 5: Jaipur

Morning proceed to visit the ancient capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar’s most successful General, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17th century.

Jeep  will spare you the trouble of reaching up to the fortress. Once on top, stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamplight is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room.

In the afternoon, you will visit the city of Jaipur. Among the highlights to be seen while touring Jaipur include the City Palace, which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armory, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur, built in 1726 and is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day. You will also have the opportunity to wander about the local markets. Return to your hotel after the sightseeing tour of Jaipur City.

Overnight at hotel

Day 06: Jaipur - Delhi ( By Drive / 06 Hrs )

Today after breakfast drive to Delhi. Upon arrival check in at hotel day free for shopping (on your own). Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 7: Delhi Departure

Today you will be met by our representative at your hotel and transferred to airport for connecting your onward destination flight

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Hindi

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