Golden Triangle Tour (05 Nights/06 Days)
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Overview
The Tour in Glance
India is one of the world’s most colorful, and cultural destinations. Golden Triangle tour which covers Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra is the shortest and most fascinating tour concerning North India.
The Golden Triangle is a popular tourist circuit in Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. If you look at a map, these three cities form a roughly equilateral triangle, which has been named “golden” due to the abundance of cultural and historical sights that can be found there.
Delhi is the starting of the Golden Triangle, which is popular for the marvelous architecture of historical monuments, Mughal gardens, and memorials. The next stepping stone is the “home of heritage sites – Agra” which fascinates travelers with the astounding beauty of the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Then move towards the third leg of the Golden Triangle and explore the pink city – Jaipur that perfectly showcases the hospitality of Rajasthan.
Included
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- Accommodation for a total of 05 nights on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
- Transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program by air-conditioned Vehicle ( All Private, exclusive).
- English/Language speaking local /accompanying Guide for sightseeing as per the program and requirement.
- All entrance fees to the monuments as mentioned in the program.
- Elephant ride while ascending Amber Fort and Jeep Ride while descending , Jaipur.
- Cycle rickshaw ride in the local bazaar in Delhi or Jaipur.
- All presently applicable taxes including the GST charges levied recently by the Government.
- Two bottles of mineral water each day during sightseeing .
- International Airfare / Domestic Airfare/Visa Fees.
- All personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, trip cancellation, personal insurance, gratuities.
- Early check-in/late check-out (Standard Ck in : 1400 Hrs./Check out 1200 Hrs. )
- Any additional expenses due to unforeseen problems like a natural disaster, war or strikes, cancellation or misconnection of flights, or a last-minute change of timings, etc.
- Any other service, which has not been specified as "included".
Tour Plan
On arrival at Delhi airport meet and greet by our representative and will be transferred to hotel.
Hotel check in time : 1400 Hrs. (standard time )
Delhi: is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. Having been the capital of several empires in ancient India, Delhi was a major city in the old trade routes from northwest India to the Gangetic Plains. As the seat of the Government of India, New Delhi houses important offices of the federal government, including the Parliament of India.
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast , proceed for a full-day private tour, with a guide in English (or language of your choice ) speaking guide.
Old Delhi : Drive past Red Fort , a brilliant red sandstone fort built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built Agra's Taj Mahal) as his ruling palace. Enjoy Rickshaw ride, passing through the Chandni Chowk market (where craftsmen sell their wares ) and through the narrow streets of old Delhi where you will come across the the fusion of current traditions and heritage that were built there. The ride terminates at Jama Masjid mosque which is one of Asia’s largest mosques with its marble domes and splendor minarets. Later, visit to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi (father of Nation ).
New Delhi : Visit Sikh Temple, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, which was originally a palace and has a peculiar golden dome. During the temple visit, the opportunity to participate in food preparation ( subject to time availability) in the communal kitchen run by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee. In the Afternoon continue with tour of New Delhi, which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition where one will be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets colors and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st century standards. Drive past India Gate, Government buildings, visit Qutub Minar.
Qutub Minar : Qutub Minar is an UNESCO World Heritage Site , the tallest brick minaret in the world and an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. After visit, proceed back to your hotel.
Stay : Overnight at Hotel
Meals : Breakfast
After breakfast, proceed to Jaipur.
Jaipur: is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan in Northern India. It was founded on 18 November 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber, after whom the city is named. Jaipur is known as the Pink City of India and well known for its beautiful carpets, enameled ornaments, precious and semi-precious stones, brass ornaments and many other arts and crafts”.
Upon arrival at Jaipur, Check in at hotel. Evening at leisure for personal activities . Later visit famous "The Laxmi Narayan Temple" which is commonly known as the Birla Temple and is located beneath the Moti Dungri Fort.
After breakfast , proceed for the sightseeing tour of Jaipur visiting Amer Fort with Elephant Ride. Enroute stop at Palace on winds ( Hawa Mahal) to have photo shoot and glimpses of this Wind Palace.
Later, travel further to visit the city of Amber and its fort.
Amer Fort is approximate 10 Kms from Jaipur and is the ancient capital of Jaipur. Fort palace was constructed in 1652 by King Mansingh . You will get there on the back of an elephant. Explore the majestic Amer Fort. You will be able to visit the various rooms, the inner courtyards, the rooms of public hearings, the Mughal gardens with its star-shaped flower beds. In addition, Amber Fort offers panoramic views of Lake Maota. After your visit, return down the hill through Jeep. Time free for some shopping of Handicrafts etc. Lunch at Local restaurant at your own.
Later, proceed to visit City Palace is one of the major landmarks in Jaipur. The beautiful palace was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh during his reign. Among the various forts and palaces of Jaipur, City Palace stands apart, with its outstanding art and architecture. In the Palace complex visit Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum.
Visit to Observatory or Jantar Mantar. It is an astronomical observation site built in the early 18th century. Whose passion for science, engineering, and astronomy prompted him to construct this complex of fourteen scientific instruments. It’s been over 200 years since they were first constructed, these fourteen structures can still accurately measure time; predict eclipses, and track stars and planets in their orbits.
Jaipur is famous for Handicrafts, stones and Gems. Group may visit one of the Handicraft store for local handicrafts or hand woven carpets or stone and Gems place to buy or shop around. later, proceed for Dinner at one of the old heritage palace to see the cultural dance performance while having your dinner to get acquaintance with the local culture of Rajasthan as well.
Stay : Overnight at Hotel
Meals : Breakfast
After breakfast , drive to Agra enroute visit Abhaneri ( Abhaneri, also spelled Abhaneri, is a village in the Dausa district of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Abhaneri yields ruins of an ancient city, Abhangari, now popular for the Chand Baori step well and Harshat Mata Temple. It is situated at the Jaipur-Agra Highway.)
Later continue your drive for Agra. Upon arrival check in at the hotel.
Agra : Situated on the bank of River Yamuna, the city is famous for being the capital of the Mughal emperors from 1526 to 1658. It is a major tourist destination for its many Mughal-era buildings such as Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Afternoon visit Visit the mythical Red Fort of Agra (UNESCO), symbol of the power and artistic influence of the Mughal dynasty standing on the banks of the Yamuna, a tributary of the Ganges.
The Agra Fort is one of the most important and robustly built strongholds of the Mughals, built at the bank of River Yamuna, is situated in the center of the town. Various styles of the architecture are evident within the fort and demonstrate the love of Mughal Emperors towards building beautiful monuments. It is the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations.
Stay : Overnight at Hotel
Meals : Breakfast
Before Breakfast, early morning - Visit the incredible Taj Mahal by sunrise (UNESCO), a white marble mausoleum built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.
The Taj Mahal built by Mughal Emperor Shah -Jahan for his Empress Mumtaz. The construction of this monument of love is believed to have taken 22 years to complete with over 20,000 craftsmen working round the clock. The white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants.
Taj Mahal remains closed on every Friday.
Return to hotel for Breakfast and Check Out.
Before proceeding to Delhi, may spend some time in shopping .Agra is known for its fabulous marble and soft stone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of Arts and Crafts.In time transfer from Agra to New Delhi International airport. It takes minimum ( 04 -05 Hrs to reach Airport , as per traffic) . The Check in time at International airport should be minimum 03 hrs, prior to departure of Flight.
End of Tour
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