Golden Triangle
Duration: 5 Nights and 6 Days
Delhi, Agra & Jaipur
Day 1 Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, you will be met and assisted by our representative and transfer
to your hotel. India's capital & a major gateway to the country, Delhi is contemporary
and a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient &
the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties
chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British
left behind. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2 Delhi
This morning after breakfast, proceed for a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi.
This fascinating city has been in existence since the 6th century BC and has seen
ups and downs from the rule of the Pandavas right up to the British Raj. Visit Jama
Masjid, which is the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan.
The courtyard of the mosque can hold about 25,000 worshippers. Enjoy a rickshaw
ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi noisy, chaotic and uniquely
Indian. You will then visit the Red Fort, which was constructed during the rule
of Emperor Shah Jahan and served as the residence for the Mughal royal family. It
continues to be significant even today, as every Independence Day, the Prime Minister
makes a speech from its ramparts as the Indian flag is hoisted. Later, drive past
President House and several other government buildings in Edwin Lutyens Delhi before
you head to Rajghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. This simple memorial marks
the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Thereafter, visit Humayuns
Tomb, commissioned by Humayuns wife Hamida Banu Begum in 1562. It was the first
garden tomb built in the Indian sub-continent where the Persian architect used red
sandstone on a large scale. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, which is
the tallest brick minaret in the world; it was commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak,
the first Muslim ruler of Delhi. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 3 Agra
This morning drive to Agra (210 kms/4 hrs drive approximately). On arrival in Agra,
check-in into your Hotel. Later proceed for Half Day City Tour of Agra. Visit the
Red Fort, which was commissioned in 1565 by Akbar. The beautiful yet forbidding
structure is a handsome example of Mughal architecture. Later, visit the Taj Mahal
a mausoleum built as a symbol of Emperor Shah Jehans devotion to his beloved queen
Mumtaz Mahal. Considered an architectural marvel, its construction took thousands
of workers over 21 years to complete. Overnight in Agra.
Day 4 Jaipur
This morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur (232 kms/5 Hrs 30 minutes drive approximately)
enroute Visit Fatehpur Sikri, which was built by Emperor Akbar and is home to many
historical buildings. Akbar wanted to make Fatehpur Sikri his headquarters; however,
he had to abandon it due to shortage of water. The Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti
enshrines the burial place of the Sufi saint who lived a religious life here. Today,
Fatehpur Sikri is a UNESCO World heritage site. Further drive to Jaipur and check
into your Hotel. Jaipur is the gateway to the magnificent and vibrant state of Rajasthan.
Evening take a stroll in the markets of Jaipur for the traditional dresses and shoes,
curio shops, blue pottery etc. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 5 Jaipur
Today, proceed for full-day sightseeing trip of Jaipur, also known as the Pink
City. The city of Jaipur is capital to the state of Rajasthan, famous for its colorful
culture, forts, palaces, and lakes. Jaipur owes its name to the founder of the city,
warrior king Sawai Jai Singh II. Visit the Amber Fort. The best way to explore the
fort is to ride up to it on Elephant back. Prominent structures inside the fort
are the Diwan-i-Aam, adorned with latticed galleries, the Ganesh Pol, with a beautiful
painted image of Lord Ganesh, and the stunning Sheesh Mahal, a hall decorated with
thousands of tiny mirrors. Later, stop to photograph the beautiful Hawa Mahal, also
known as the Palace of the Winds. This beautiful façade with its ornately carved
latticework windows was designed so the ladies of the palace could look out onto
the streets unobserved. Later you will visit the City Palace again, a synthesis
of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. The museums here showcase rare and ancient manuscripts,
arms dating back to the 15th century, and costumes of erstwhile royalty. Later,
visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, comprising geometric devices for measuring
time, and tracking stars in their orbits. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 6 Delhi
This morning after breakfast drive back to Delhi (252 kms / 6 hrs drive approximately).
You will be met & assisted by our representative to the International airport to
board the flight for your onward destination.