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Golden Triangle of India

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The 3 most popular cities in India's north-west region include Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, which are all connected to each other by good road and rail links. When seen on the map, these form a roughly equilateral triangle, some 200-250km along each side. This triangle has been dubbed 'golden' for the extraordinary wealth of cultural and historical splendour on offer in each of the three cities.


Jaipur, capital of the largely desert state of Rajasthan, is home to some of Asia's best bazaars. You could spend weeks in Delhi, the sprawling, fascinating Indian capital, and not see it all, while Agra, once the heart of the Moghul empire, boasts the unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal, which adorns the banks of the Yamuna river.


The Golden Triangle is a classic introduction to India: if you've never been to the subcontinent before, start here. It usually involves a flight into Delhi.

Included

Program

Day 1 : Arrival at Delhi airport

Transfer to hotel

Upon your arrival in Delhi, your driver will greet you at Delhi International Airport and transfer you by private, air-conditioned vehicle to your accommodation.

Full customizable package

Commercials & Basic Terms & Conditions: 1. For 2 Pax – EUR 799 *PP 2. For 4 Pax – EUR725 PP 3. For 6 Pax – EUR 675 PP 4. For 10 PAX – EUR 599 PP (*PP – Per Person) 5. Only BFST on All Days. Other meals at extra cost. 6. Stay in 4 * Star Category on Double Sharing Basis 7. For a Group Size of 6 Pax – A Team Member will also accompany the Tour 8. Personal Guide would be at Extra Cost 9. Transportation is state of Art Vehicles with English Speaking Driver. 10. Fixed Departures Batches from Nov 2018 to March 2019.

Sightseeing

After check-in and lunch, meet your private guide for a half-day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Drive past some of the city’s cultural landmarks like the Red Fort, Chandni Chowk Bazaar and Khari Baoli spice market on your way to visit Jama Masjid. One of the largest mosques in the world and the largest in India, it was built by Shah Jahan to dominate the city. Explore the mosque with your guide to see several cultural relics, including an antique copy of the Qur’an. Then, make your way to Raj Ghat, a memorial built to commemorate the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation. Continue on with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Qutub Minar, India’s tallest minaret, made of red sandstone and marble and inscribed with verses from the Qur’an. Stop next at Humayun’s Tomb, another UNESCO World Heritage site, tomb of a Mughal emperor dating back to the 1500s. Next, pass under the high stone archway of India Gate – constructed in the memory of Indian soldiers who died in World War I – and drive along Rajpath (King's Way), the ceremonial boulevard heading toward Rashtrapati Bhavan, official home to the President of India. Along the way, your guide will point out architectural and cultural features of these important monuments. Overnight hotel in Delhi.

Comfortable stay (hotel in Delhi)

Check into a comfortable hotel before proceeding for your sightseeing.

Day 2 : Delhi - Agra 233 kms

Transfer to Agra

After breakfast at your hotel, drive to Agra by private vehicle, an approximate 4-hour drive.

Sightseeing

After check-in and lunch, meet your private guide for a half-day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Drive past some of the city’s cultural landmarks like the Red Fort, Chandni Chowk Bazaar and Khari Baoli spice market on your way to visit Jama Masjid. One of the largest mosques in the world and the largest in India, it was built by Shah Jahan to dominate the city. Explore the mosque with your guide to see several cultural relics, including an antique copy of the Qur’an. Then, make your way to Raj Ghat, a memorial built to commemorate the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation. Continue on with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Qutub Minar, India’s tallest minaret, made of red sandstone and marble and inscribed with verses from the Qur’an. Stop next at Humayun’s Tomb, another UNESCO World Heritage site, tomb of a Mughal emperor dating back to the 1500s. Next, pass under the high stone archway of India Gate – constructed in the memory of Indian soldiers who died in World War I – and drive along Rajpath (King's Way), the ceremonial boulevard heading toward Rashtrapati Bhavan, official home to the President of India. Along the way, your guide will point out architectural and cultural features of these important monuments. Overnight hotel in Delhi.

Comfortable stay (hotel in Agra)

Check-in at your hotel before proceeding to start your sightseeing.

Day 3 : Agra - Jaipur 240 kms

Transfer to Jaipur

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, followed by an approximate 5-hour drive to Jaipur.

Sightseeing en route

En route, visit the UNESCO World Heritage red sandstone complex of Fatehpur Sikri, built in 1569 by Emperor Akbar and abandoned 15 years later due to water scarcity. Take a walk inside the walls of the complex as your guide enlightens you about the Hindu and Muslim architectural style of the sprawling construction, including Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti Chisti, Panch Mahal and other buildings.

Check-in at hotel in Jaipur

Afterward, continue to Jaipur and check in at your hotel upon arrival.

Day 4 : Explore Jaipur

Evening at leisure

With your evening free to spend at leisure, you’re welcome to stroll the local market. (Your driver will transfer you there and back, unaccompanied by your guide.) Overnight hotel in Jaipur.

Sightseeing

After check-in and lunch, meet your private guide for a half-day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Drive past some of the city’s cultural landmarks like the Red Fort, Chandni Chowk Bazaar and Khari Baoli spice market on your way to visit Jama Masjid. One of the largest mosques in the world and the largest in India, it was built by Shah Jahan to dominate the city. Explore the mosque with your guide to see several cultural relics, including an antique copy of the Qur’an. Then, make your way to Raj Ghat, a memorial built to commemorate the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation. Continue on with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Qutub Minar, India’s tallest minaret, made of red sandstone and marble and inscribed with verses from the Qur’an. Stop next at Humayun’s Tomb, another UNESCO World Heritage site, tomb of a Mughal emperor dating back to the 1500s. Next, pass under the high stone archway of India Gate – constructed in the memory of Indian soldiers who died in World War I – and drive along Rajpath (King's Way), the ceremonial boulevard heading toward Rashtrapati Bhavan, official home to the President of India. Along the way, your guide will point out architectural and cultural features of these important monuments. Overnight hotel in Delhi.

Stay at Hotel in Jaipur

Overnight hotel in Jaipur (Jaipur)

Day 5 : Jaipur - Pushkar - Jaipur (295 kms return journey)

Return journey to and from Pushkar with stopover at Ajmer

Immediately after breakfast at your hotel, drive to Pushkar, take a journey to nearby Ajmer with your guide.

Sightseeing

After check-in and lunch, meet your private guide for a half-day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Drive past some of the city’s cultural landmarks like the Red Fort, Chandni Chowk Bazaar and Khari Baoli spice market on your way to visit Jama Masjid. One of the largest mosques in the world and the largest in India, it was built by Shah Jahan to dominate the city. Explore the mosque with your guide to see several cultural relics, including an antique copy of the Qur’an. Then, make your way to Raj Ghat, a memorial built to commemorate the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation. Continue on with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Qutub Minar, India’s tallest minaret, made of red sandstone and marble and inscribed with verses from the Qur’an. Stop next at Humayun’s Tomb, another UNESCO World Heritage site, tomb of a Mughal emperor dating back to the 1500s. Next, pass under the high stone archway of India Gate – constructed in the memory of Indian soldiers who died in World War I – and drive along Rajpath (King's Way), the ceremonial boulevard heading toward Rashtrapati Bhavan, official home to the President of India. Along the way, your guide will point out architectural and cultural features of these important monuments. Overnight hotel in Delhi.

Overnight at Jaipur

Stay overnight at Jaipur

Day 6 : Jaipur - Delhi (273 kms)

Transfer to Delhi

Following breakfast at your hotel, head back to Delhi on an approximate 5-6 hour drive, stopping for lunch after 149 kms drive from Jaipur.

Lunch

Neemrana Fort Palace is on the way to Delhi. It is perched on a plateau and surrounded by the Aravalli Mountains. Explore the fort, now converted into the Neemrana Fort Heritage Hotel, and enjoy an optional ride on the onsite zipline if you like (own expense).

Overnight at Delhi

Relax on the remainder of your air-conditioned drive to Delhi. After checking in at your hotel, rest during your free time and enjoy personal activities such as last minute shopping. Your driver will take you wherever you’d like to go (unaccompanied by your guide). Overnight hotel in Delhi

Day 7 : Fly out of Delhi

Transfer to the airport

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before transferring to the airport to board your flight for your onward destination. / TOUR ENDS

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