6-Day Golden Triangle Tour to Jaipur and Agra from Delhi

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Pass By: Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
Meet a driver at Indira Gandhi International Airport or at your accommodations, then transfer to your hotel for the night.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotel: Golden Tulip or Similar

Overnight at a 5* Hotel: Royal Plaza or Similar

Day 2: Delhi City Tour and 4-Hrs drive to Jaipur (B)

Pass By: India Gate, Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
Pickup at 9am from your hotel in New Delhi, then proceed on the half-day city tour of Delhi.

In New Delhi you'll visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty, who took possession of Delhi in 1206.

You'll also see the India Gate, a memorial raised in honor of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan War, and drive past government buildings including the President’s House and Parliament House (dating back to the time of British Raj).

In the afternoon you'll transfer to Jaipur about four hours drive.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotel: Ramada or Similar

Overnight at a 5* Hotel: The Trident or Similar

Day 3: Jaipur Full Day City Tour (B)

Pass By: Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, Jaipur 302002 India
Meet your guide at your Jaipur hotel to be picked up in Jaipur at approximately 8am.

Begin the tour by visiting the Amber Fort, The Amber Fort is situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City and is beautifully reflected in the lake below. Inside the fort, you will encounter the world-renowned Jai Mandir temple with its dazzling Sheesh Mahal hall of mirrors. The walls and the ceiling of the Mahal are covered with a beautiful array of mirrors, which reflect any streak of light, illuminating the entire room.

Continue the tour by making a photo stop at Jal Mahal around 11am. This Rajput style "Water Palace" sits in the center of the Man Sarobar lake. The lake is often dry during the summer, but the winter monsoons frequently turn it into a beautiful lake filled with water hyacinths.

Next, you will visit the Hawa Mahal, another Rajput landmark also known as the Palace of the Winds, for more photo opportunities. The five story Hawa Mahal was built in 1799A.D. along the main street of the old city. It is a pink sandstone masterpiece with semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows.

After taking a short break to enjoy lunch at a popular local restaurant (own expense), you will visit the City Palace which is located in the heart of the old city. Once the royal residence of the King of Jaipur, the palace was built using a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. It features carved arches, intricately crafted columns and two carved marble elephants that guard the entrance.

Later in the day, enjoy an afternoon of shopping in Jaipur where you will find an enticing variety of goods. Some of the most popular items include precious gemstones, silver jewelry, bangles, clothes, blue pottery, and textiles.

The tour will conclude around 5pm when you are transferred back to your Jaipur hotel.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotel: Ramada or Similar

Overnight at a 5* Hotel: The Trident or Similar

Day 4: Jaipur to Agra 4-Hrs drive (B)

Pass By: Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, Jaipur 302002 India
At 8am depart Jaipur for the four hours drive to Agra, with an optional stop in the ghost town of Fatehpur Sikri (own expense), the former capital of the Mughal Empire.

In the afternoon, visit the Taj Mahal or take a photo tour of the Taj Mahal from the riverside, where you'll have fabulous views of the UNESCO World Heritage Site across the water. 

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotel: Four Point by Sheraton

Overnight at a 5* Hotel: The Trident or Similar

Day 5: Agra Full Day City Tour (B)

Pass By: Tdi Mall, Taj Mahal Road, Agra 282001 India
6am Pickup from Hotel in Agra and visit of world famous – Taj Mahal (A Unesco World Heritage Site). (Taj Mahal remain closed on every Friday).

11:30am Visit Agra Fort (A Unesco World Heritage Site), Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, this huge fort is made of red sandstone. The maze of the courtyards, mosques & private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire.

Lunch Break, Lunch will be provided at Local Restaurant.(own expense)

Evening leave the Taj Mahal around noon and cross the river to visit the Mehtab Bagh (The Moonlight Garden), a beautiful green space that serves as the perfect complement to this famous landmark. The site’s 3,200 square-foot (300 square-meter) park is perfectly aligned with its companion landmark on the opposite river bank, along with a striking reflection of the Taj in the shimmering waters of the Yamuna.

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Evening enjoy shopping in Agra is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and softstone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took personal interest and was an accomplished artist herself in zari embroidery work. Agra's major handicraft products besides inlay work are: leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotel: Four Point by Sheraton

Overnight at a 5* Hotel: The Trident or Similar

Day 6: Agra to 3-Hrs drive to Delhi (B)

Pass By: Tdi Mall, Taj Mahal Road, Agra 282001 India
Leave Agra at 9am for the return trip to Delhi, where you'll eat lunch in a local restaurant (own expense).

This tour concludes with evening drop-off at the airport or at a Delhi hotel.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.