Golden Triangle Tour

Destinations Covered: Delhi (1 Nt.) - Agra (1 Nt.) - Jaipur (2 Nt.)

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi

A representative from Shakti India Tours will pick up you from Delhi Airport or Railway Station, and transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and relax. And then proceed for Delhi sightseeing covering key attractions like heritage sites and government buildings. Delhi is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, and Qutub Minar.

Start your tour by visiting first the Rajghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. Later visit the Red Fort, also called Lal Kila, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan after shifting his capital from Agra to Delhi. Explore various spectacular structures and the fort museum within the fort complex. Later visit the Jama Masjid and Shri Digambar Jain Lal Temple which are located nearby the Red Fort Complex. The Jama Masjid is the largest mosque in India and it can accommodate more than 25000 people at a time.

Later proceed to see two other world heritage sites – the Humayun’s Tomb and the Qutub Minar. Drive past India Gate (a war memorial monument of national importance located astride the ceremonial avenue Rajpath, built in the memory of brave soldiers who had laid their lives for the sake of our country during the first world war), Rashtrapati Bhawan (the official residence of the President of India located on the western edge of Rajpath), Sansad Bhawan (the Parliament House of India) and Government Secretariat. On-time return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 02: Delhi - Agra (210km / 3.5 hrs. approx.)

Post breakfast, drive to Agra en-route visiting the beautiful Tomb of Akbar the Great at Sikandra. On arrival in Agra, check-in at the hotel. Freshen up and relax. And later proceed for Agra sightseeing.

Located on the banks of the Yamuna River in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Agra is a historical city and a major tourist destination. It is home to India’s star tourist attraction – the Taj Mahal. Other magnificent Mughal monuments are located in the city.

Take a visit to the magnificent Agra Fort, also called the Red Fort or Lal Kila of Agra. It has been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the main attractions of the Agra city tour. Built in red sandstone, the fort showcases the excellence of Mughal architectural styles. Later, visit the Itimad-Ud-Daulah Tomb, also called the Jewel Box or the Draft of Taj Mahal or the Baby Taj due to brilliance architectural styles and lavish decoration. The monument was built by Mughal Empress Noor Jahan, the wife of Mughal Emperor Jahangir, in the loving memory of her father. Explore local handicraft markets in the evening and enjoy shopping. On-time return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03: Agra - Jaipur (256 km / 5 hrs. approx.)

In the early morning, proceed for a sunrise view of the Taj Mahal, the Symbol of Love. The Taj Mahal is one of the most visited and beautiful monuments in the world. Basically a mausoleum, the Taj was constructed by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his chief empress Mumtaz Mahal after his death. This is why the monument is described as the Symbol of Love. Built in pure white marble, the beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise is simply spectacular. The Taj Mahal is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New7Wonders of the World. Return to hotel.

Have your breakfast and then drive to Jaipur en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal, Salim Chishti Tomb, Jama Masjid, Jodha Bai Palace, and Birbal House at Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned capital of the Mughal dynasty due to scarcity of drinking water. Continue your journey to reach Jaipur, the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Check-in at the hotel upon arrival here. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.

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Day 04: Jaipur Sightseeing

Post early morning breakfast, take an excursion to Amer Fort & Palace located atop a hill in the outskirts of Jaipur, lovingly called the Pink City of India. Enjoy an elephant ride to ascend the Amer Fort. Later return to Jaipur hotel en route visiting Jal Mahal, an elegant palace built in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Later proceed to see the main city’s attractions.

Take a visit to the City Palace which is basically a series of palaces and also consists of several other structures such as courtyards, pavilions, gardens, and temples. See Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, Shri Govind Devji Temple, and City Palace Museum within the palace complex.

Then visit the Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds. The Hawa Mahal is best known for its beautiful architecture built in the shape of Lord Krishna. This is why it is also referred to as the Crown of Jaipur city. The palace has 5 storeys with 953 Jharokhas (small windows) decorated with intricate latticework. The purpose of Jharokhas was to allow royal ladies to see the daily activities of common people below at the street without being seen from the outside.

Later visit the Jantar Mantar which is basically an observatory built by Maharajas Jai Singh, the founder of the city. Jantar Mantar is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also, visit the Albert Hall Museum. If time permits, you may also see several other attractions on this day.

In the evening, explore the local markets of Jaipur and enjoy shopping. You may shop for exquisite handicraft items for you and your near and dear ones. On-time return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 05: Jaipur - Delhi (268 km / 5 hrs. approx.) – Departure

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Drive back to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, a representative from Shakti India Tours will transfer you to the New Delhi International Airport. Board flight for your home destination with sweet memories of the Golden Triangle Tour in India.