6 Days Golden Triangle Tour
DELHI - AGRA - FATEHPUR SIKRI - JAIPUR
05 Nights / 06 Days
Itinerary
DAY 01: ARRIVE AT DELHI
Welcome to Delhi! Upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, you will be greeted with a traditional Indian welcome by our tour executive. After being escorted to your hotel, you will receive assistance with check-in and a detailed briefing of your travel plan along with essential documents.
Delhi, a sprawling metropolis, serves as a perfect introduction to the rich composite culture of India, bridging its historical grandeur with modern vibrancy. Enjoy your first night in this dynamic city at your hotel.
DAY 02: FULLDAY SIGHTSEEING OF DELHI
After breakfast, embark on a full-day tour exploring the dual persona of Old and New Delhi. Start in Old Delhi, the former capital of the Mughal Dynasty, which is dotted with spectacular monuments. Drive past the imposing Red Fort, explore the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk on a cycle-rickshaw, and visit Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation site at Raj Ghat. Proceed to Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, and ascend its minarets for a panoramic view of the city.
Continue with a drive past Safdarjung’s Tomb to visit Qutab Minar, the tallest stone tower in India, famed for its rust-free iron pillar. Conclude the day’s tour by driving through Lutyens’ Delhi, admiring iconic British-era structures like India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Note: The Red Fort remains closed on Monday.
DAY 03: DELHI - AGRA
After breakfast, check out and begin your drive to Agra, a journey that offers a glimpse into the heart of India. Upon arrival, check into your hotel before beginning your exploration of this city, which the Mughal emperors Akbar and Shah Jahan transformed into a befitting second capital of their empire.
Begin with a visit to the iconic Agra Fort, an impressive red sandstone fortress built by Emperor Akbar in 1565. Here, you’ll find a complex of palaces, mosques, and gardens added by his successors. Next, visit the Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb, often considered a draft of the Taj Mahal, which showcases exquisite Mughal architecture in a more serene setting.
Later, experience the breathtaking beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunset. This white marble mausoleum, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, stands as a testament to eternal love and is a highlight of any visit to India. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Note: The Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday.
DAY 04: AGRA – FATEHPUR SIKRI - JAIPUR
Kickstart your day with an enchanting sunrise view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh, where history and horizon meet.
After your breakfast, wave goodbye to Agra and journey towards Jaipur. Along the way, take a spellbinding detour to Fatehpur Sikri, a ghostly former capital frozen in time since 1585. Here, wander through the silent city of sandstone, exploring the mystic tomb of Salim Chishti and the ornate palaces that whisper tales of a bygone empire.
The Panch Mahal, Jodha Bai’s Palace, Birbal Bhavan, and the uniquely patterned Pachisi Court stand as authentic relics of the Mughal Empire, each telling its own story of a bygone era.
After the tour, resume your drive to Jaipur. When you arrive, check in to your hotel.
Jaipur: The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains its character and history – A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Jaipur is popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.
Evening – You can either choose to enjoy your hotel this evening, or select from one of these two escorted excursions. You can visit the home of a Rajasthani Nobleman and enjoy a traditional dinner with members of the family, or you can enjoy a dinner and Rajasthani cultural show that includes regional dance, music and acrobatic performances
Stay overnight at the hotel.
DAY 05: JAIPUR
Make an 8 a.m. excursion to the Amber Fort & Palace so that you may ascend to its colossal red entrance on the back of a highly decorated elephant.
Raja Man Singh constructed the Amber Fort that is now regarded as a quintessential example of Rajput architecture as is the elaborate design of the Palace’s interior.
You will see the fort’s splendor with your own eyes when you walk down the hallways and chambers to see the luxurious and adorned ambiance of the palace.
In the afternoon, take a half-day tour of the Palace Complex. See the Jantar Mantar Observatory, a sanctuary of the astronomer king, Maharaja Jai Singh II. Nearby, the intriguing Palace of the Wind, the Hawa Mahal, was built in 1799 to allow ladies from the royal family to view the city and bazaar below in privacy.
Continue to the breathtaking Palace, a royal residence built in a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles.
The city’s Palace Complex holds several museums that contain impressive collections of miniature paintings, costumes, and armor. Between the art gallery and the armory, you will find the majestic Diwan-i-Khas—the hall of selective audience.
The Diwan-i-Khas is a marble-paved pavilion that puts on display massive silver vessels. The vessels, the world’s largest sterling silver object, used to be filled with royal drinking water from the River Ganga.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
DAY 06: JAIPUR - DELHI
After breakfast – Check out from your hotel and drive to Delhi. The journey will take around six hours. Arrive at Delhi and board your flight to onward destination.
You can use the remaining few hours you have to do some last minute sightseeing or shopping. We can make suggestions based on your interests.
Your vehicle and driver stay with you until your assisted check in at the airport. Our services end at Delhi airport.
INCLUSIONS:
- 05 nights stay at the hotels on entire trip.
- Hotel accommodation on double occupancy basis.
- All transfers and sightseeing by your personal A/C SUV.
- Breakfast at the hotels.
- Dinner at a Rajasthani Nobleman’s Family Home OR a Rajasthani Cultural Show and Dinner.
- Rickshaw Ride through Delhi’s Chandni Chowk.
- Horse drawn carriage ride to the Taj Mahal in Agra.
- Personal Elephant ride (per couple – jeep option available) up the ramparts of Amber Palace in Jaipur.
- English Speaking tour guide as per the itinerary.
- Services of an English speaking driver as per the itinerary.
- Bottled mineral water for sightseeing/excursions and long drives.
- Representative for assistance on all arrival and departure transfers.
- 24 X 7 assistance throughout the journey.
- Fuel Charges.
- Driver Allowance.
- Toll Tax & Parking.
- All currently applicable taxes.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Any personal expenses such as tips, laundry and drinks.
- Any extra meals (other than those specifically laid down).
- Personal Travel Insurance, visa etc.
- Entrance fees to monuments.
- Camera fees (both still and video).
- International flight tickets.
- GST
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