THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR

Day 1

You will arrive at the Capital city of India "Delhi". After clearing immigration and other formalities at the airport you will be met by our representative at the arrival hall terminal where you will find many people paging for their guests. Out of them you will find our representative holding a placard with your name written on it. He will assist and escort you to your vehicle and further transfer to your pre-booked hotel. The standard check-in time at the hotel is 1400 hrs and early check-in is subject to availability of rooms and additional charges. Incase if your flight is scheduled to arrive in Delhi at mid-night or early morning, we suggest blocking your room from previous night for immediate occupancy of room.

A symbol of the country's rich past and thriving present, Delhi is a city where ancient and modern blend seamlessly together. It is a place that not only touches your pulse but even fastens it to a frenetic speed. Home to millions of dreams, the city takes on unprecedented responsibilities of realizing dreams, bringing people closer and inspiring their thoughts.

Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 2

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour visiting old and New Delhi.

The first half of the day will be to explore the old part of Delhi. Visit the Jama Masjid (Mosque), This great mosque is the largest in India, with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees. It was begun in 1644 and ended up being the final architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan, the Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort. The highly decorative mosque has three great gates, four towers and two 40 m-high minarets constructed of strips of red sandstone and white marble. After mosque visit, hop on to your cycle rickshaw ride to experience one of the busiest markets of Delhi 'Chandni chowk'. Walk/ride through the alleys of Old Delhi including Kinari Bazaar, Ballimaran, Paranthe wali Gali, Jain quarters and Khari Baoli (One of the biggest spice markets in Asia).



In the afternoon proceed for New Delhi sightseeing tour. Begin with visit of Qutab Minar boasts of being one of the tallest minarets in the world as the height of Qutub Minar is 72.5 meters. Built in 1192 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak, it is considered to be first building, marking the arrival of Muslim rulers in the country. Although there are also a few contradicting theories on the same. Surrounded by an appealing garden, Qutub Minar creates a sight worth remembering. The Next of this exciting tour is Humayun's tomb, first substantial example of Mughal architecture in India. It was built in 1565 A.D. nine years after the death of Humayun, by his senior widow Bega Begam. Inside the walled enclosure the most notable features are the garden squares (chaharbagh) with pathways water channels, centrally located well proportional mausoleum topped by double dome.

There are several graves of Mughal rulers located inside the walled enclosure and from here in 1857 A.D; Lieutenant Hudson had captured the last Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah II. Also visit Gandhi Smriti, the museum dedicated to the father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi. While sightseeing tours, enjoy the drive to India gate, President's palace and other important and interesting government buildings.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast you will be driven from Delhi to Jaipur (approx. 5 hours).

On arrival check-in at your hotel.

Founded in AD 1727 by Sawai Jaisingh II, Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is popularly known as the Pink City with broad avenues and spacious gardens. The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is steeped in history and culture. Here the past comes alive in magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the maharajas. The bustling bazaars of Jaipur, famous for Rajasthani jewelry, fabric and shoes, possess a timeless quality and are surely a treasure-trove for the shoppers. This fascinating city with its romantic charm takes you to an epoch of royalty and tradition.

The remainder of the day will be at leisure for independent activities.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4

Breakfast at the hotel

After breakfast start your day early today and drive to the outskirts of the city to visit the Amer Fort. The magnificent Amer Fort is an extensive palace complex that has been built with pale yellow and pink sandstone, and with white marble. The fort is divided into four main sections that are graced with their own courtyards. There are a lot of attractions for one to see at the Amer Fort, including the diwan-e-aam, such mandir, and the Sheesh Mahal. Amer Fort is also home to some underground tunnels that connect Amer to Jaigarh Fort. A part of these tunnels has been restored and is now open to the public as well. Encompassing all this, the Amer Fort is a perfect example of Rajasthani architecture, which is a must-visit.

In the afternoon explore the pink city, starting with visit to City Palace built between 1729 and 1732 AD by Sawai Jai Singh II. He ruled in Amer and planned and built the outer walls of the palace and later rulers added to the architecture of this palace. The palace also includes the famous 'Chandra Mahal' and 'Mubarak Mahal', and other buildings which form a part of the palace complex.

Continue your trip to Jantar Mantar (Observatory) built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II in 1734, Jantar Mantar Jaipur is an astronomical observatory, which features the world's largest stone sundial. India has five of them, and the largest one is in Jaipur. This Jantar Mantar observatory is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5

Breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast drive to Agra (5 hours approximately) enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri: A city predominantly made of red sandstone, Fatehpur Sikri was founded in 1571 century by Mughal Emperor Akbar. It is essentially a fortified city built by the king and had been the capital of his Empire for fifteen years. Now a UNESCO world heritage site, it is home to Jodha Bai's Palace, Jama Mosque, Buland Darwaza, and Tomb of Salim Chisti among many other famous monuments.

After the visit continue your drive and arrive in Agra by late afternoon.

After quick wash and change proceed for visit of Mehtab Bagh, a serene riverside garden in Agra, offers an enchanting view of the Taj Mahal at sunset. It's a tranquil spot to witness the monument's ethereal beauty in the fading daylight.

Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 6

Visit Taj Mahal with the first ray of sun (closed on Fridays). No image of The Taj, neither on canvass nor on celluloid, can adequately express its conceptual imaginary. The Taj Mahal, a spectacle in white marble, unparalleled in grandeur that depicts the sheer opulence of an era. The awesome structure, the monument of love that Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan gave to the world, stands as a testimony of his intense love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is a romance celebrated in marble and glorified with precious and semi-precious stones and that's the way to appreciate it.

Later return to hotel for breakfast and check-out.

Later explore massive Agra Fort with your guide. A powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques.

Later you will be driven from Agra to Delhi (4 hours approximately) and on arrival check-in at your hotel and remainder of the evening will be at leisure.

Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 7

Breakfast at the hotel.

Later in-time assisted departure transfer to Delhi international airport to connect the flight for onward destination.

B=Breakfast Included