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India Golden Triangle Tour
India Golden Triangle Tour Overview
India Golden Triangle Tour India’s Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur provides a snapshot of the rich heritage and culture of this amazing country. Experience the grandeur of The Taj Mahal at sunset and sunrise, relive the history of the majestic forts and palaces.India Golden Triangle Tour
India’s Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur provides a snapshot of the rich heritage and culture of this amazing country. Experience the grandeur of The Taj Mahal at sunset and sunrise, relive the history of the majestic forts and palaces, walk through beautifully painted havelis and explore the Qutab Minar with your professional guide. The best time to enjoy this holiday is from October to March.
- Agra - The Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
- Sights and sounds of New and Old Delhi
- Forts and Palaces of the Pink City of Jaipur
Day 1 Delhi arrival
Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to your hotel.
Leave with your guide and driver for a tour of Delhi. Some of the historic places which you would be visiting are the Qutab Minar, constructed by Qutabuddin Aibak during the 12th or 13th century. The India Gate was constructed in the memory of the Indian soldiers who died during the World War II. The Red Fort is located along the banks of the Yamuna River, the Rashtrapati Bhawan and the Parliament House. The other places which you would be visiting include the Jama Masjid and the Chandni Chowk. The Chandni Chowk is one of the most popular bazaars of Delhi and the Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques located in the country.
We recommend being in Delhi on a Thursday so that you can visit the Sufi shrine at the Nizamuddin quarter to experience the hypnotic dancers and drummers. Overnight.
Day 2 Delhi to Jaipur.
Make a morning visit to the Lotus Temple and the Laxmi Narayan Temple. After a short tour of Humayun's Tomb, leave by car to the Pink City of Jaipur. Overnight.
Distance and journey time: 295 km, 6 hrs
Day 3: Jaipur touring
A full day to tour Amber Fort and Jaipur City Palace. The Amber Fort was once the capital of Jaipur. We will also visit the Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds. Visit the City Palace constructed by Sawai Raja Jai Singh II in the year 134 and the Jantar Mantar which is one of the important astronomical observatories located in the country. Overnight.
Day 4 Jaipur to Agra
Drive to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri. The city of Fatehpur Sikri was built by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar. From the period between 1570 and 1586, Fatehpur Sikri was the capital of the Mughal Empire. Arrive at your hotel and check in. In the early evening, you will visit the Taj Mahal for a magical sunset experience. Overnight.
Distance and journey times:
Jaipur to Fatehpur Sikri: 206 km, 3 hrs
Fatehpur Sikri to Agra: 40 km, allow 1.30 hrs
Day 5 Agra touring
Begin the day with a visit to the Taj Mahal for sunrise. Afterwards continue with an excursion to the tomb of Akbar, Sikandra. From there proceed to visit Agra Fort. Return to Delhi for overnight. This may be by car or by train.
Distance and journey time: 232 km, 4 hrs