Golden Triangle Tour - Duration 6 Nights 7 Days
- Duration: 6 Nights / 7 Days
- Destination Covered: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur a Golden Triangle tour of India.
Overview
India’s golden triangle is a tourist circuit which connects the national capital Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. The Golden Triangle is so called because of the triangular shape formed by the locations of New Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan on a map.
The Golden Triangle is the most popular tourist route in India, and for very good reason. Delhi, Jaipur and Agra are three cities that capture your imagination and take you into the fascinating, decadent and passionate world of the Mughals and maharajas
With a lot of walking to be done, the best time to visit the Golden Triangle is October to mid-April, with temps between 22-32°C. Freezing spells can hit Delhi January and February, due to a Himalayan influence.
Trip Highlights
Explore Akshardham, Qutub Minar and and Jantar Mantar Observatory, Delhi
Visit to the beautiful Taj Mahal at Agra
An Elephant’s ride at Amer Fort, Jaipur
Attend Light and Sound Show at Red Fort, Delhi
Stopover at Sikandara, a ruined Mughal City (on the way to Agra)
Halt at Extremely popular, Fatehpur Sikri (on the way to Jaipur)
Itinerary Details
- Upon your arrival at Delhi airport, the much awaited Delhi Agra Jaipur tour will begin. Our ITM representative will escort you to the pre-booked hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
- After Breakfast, get ready to explore the wonderful sights of Old and New Delhi. Start with the beautiful Laxmi Narayan Temple and proceed to places to visit in Delhi like India Gate, a cenotaph commemorating Indian martyrs, Parliament House, Rashtrapati Bhavan and Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. Visit the towering Qutab Minar, historical Purana Qila (Old Fort), Humayun’s Tomb and Jantar Mantar observatory. Pay homage at Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial. Later, witness the vivacious Sound & Light Show at Red Fort, a striking beauty in red sandstone. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
- After Breakfast, you will begin your trip to Agra by road (4 hours). Halt at Sikandara en route for a brief visit. Reach Agra and proceed to the hotel for overnight stay.
- After Breakfast, Proceed to Agra sightseeing. Be amazed at the sight of incredible beauty of Taj Mahal, a white mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Built in pristine white marble by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in remembrance of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, it is thronged by tourists from far and wide. Later, proceed to the imposing Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daula’s Tomb whose designed elephants even outshine the Taj! Shop around for exclusive specialties at the Local Bazaar and transfer to hotel for night stay.
- After Brekfast, proceed to your Golden triangle tour, you will embark on a road trip to Jaipur. On the way, halt at Fatehpur Sikri (5 hours) and tour the sandstone city of Emperor Akbar. Cover Jama Masjid, Buland Darwaza, and world’s largest gateway, the historical Palace of Jodha Bai, Birbal Bhavan and Panch Mahal. Proceed towards Jaipur. After arriving, check into a city hotel. Later, leave for sightseeing covering the City Palace flanked by courtyards, lush gardens and monuments, the unique Royal Jantar Mantar Observatory, Nawab Sahab Ki Haveli and the Local Bazaar. Return to hotel for staying overnight.
- After Breakfast. Proceed to Jaipur Sightseeing. Witness the striking beauty of Amber Fort while enjoying a joyride on elephant back. Be awed at the perfect blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture in the palace fortress. Later, visit Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds, the stunning five-storied pyramid-shaped palace with numerous small windows and screens. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
- After Breakfasts, Start your road journey towards Delhi. After arriving, head straight to the airport/railway station to board the onward flight/train.
- This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.
