Golden Triangle Tours in India


Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Delhi

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Meeting & Assistance on arrival at Delhi international airport by Hotel representative and transfer to Hotel. On arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure activities.

  • Traditional Indian Welcome on arrival
  • Non Alcoholic Welcome drink on arrival

Overnight at hotel

Day 02: Delhi / Agra (203kms/4.5hrs) - En-route Sikandra

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Morning after breakfast drive by surface to Agra. En-route visit Sikandra. Akbar started building his own mausoleum, near Agra, that was to be a perfect blend of Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Buddhist and Jain designs and motifs, bespeaking of his religious tolerance and secular views. However, he could not complete it and died. Thus, his son Jehangir completed his tomb, popularly known as Sikandra after Sikandra Lodi, who established the community where Akbar's Tomb is located. However, Jehangir made quite a number of alterations in the original plan, in keeping with the development of Mughal art and architecture. The tomb has three-storeyed red sandstone minarets displaying wondrous inlay work of marble on the four corners of the building. 'Langurs', black-faced monkeys have found a safe haven in the beautiful gardens surrounding the mausoleum and often stray to the walkways too. On arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure activities. In the evening make a short visit to Agra Cottage Industry which have a large collection of variety of handicrafts like tribal crafts in brass and copper wares, paper machine, wooden handicrafts, toys and gift items.
Overnight at hotel .

Day 03: Agra

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Morning after breakfast proceeds for sightseeing tour of Agra. Agra has found its mention in the famous Hindu epic Mahabharat as the forest of Agraban close to Mathura. Badal Singh founded the city in 1475. Sikandar Lodhi made Agra his capital city. Later, Babur defeated the Lodhis to capture the city situated on the banks of River Yamuna and thus, the long association of Mughals with Agra started. The Mughal love of architecture translated into beautiful monuments such as Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri and Sikandra. Visit World famous one of the Wonder of the World TAJ MAHAL, built by Shah - Jehan in memory of his beloved wife MUMTAJ. Experience Tonga ride on the way to Taj Mahal, pulled by horses. Also visit Agra Fort- The fort is built alongside the Yamuna river and stretches almost 2.5 km. It consists of a wall built in red sandstone and several buildings inside.

  • Try world famous sweet " Agre ka Petha "
  • Shopping in ancient " Agra Bazaar (market)"

In the evening experience Henna Tattoo, the art of applying henna to adorn one's palm and feet.
Overnight at hotel (Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday)

Day 4: Agra / Jaipur - En-route Fatehpur Sikri

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Morning after breakfast drive by surface to Jaipur. En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned city of Mughals. The buildings within Fatehpur Sikri are a unique blend of different architectural traditions. Though the general layout and concept of the buildings conform to the Islamic style of architecture, the actual buildings (mainly palaces), their ornate columns, arches, carving style, etc., show a strong Hindu style in general and that of Gujarat and Rajasthan in particular. On arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure activities.
In the evening Indian Horizons will arrange a short visit of Spice Court Restaurant,famous restaurant of Jaipur followed by Rajasthani Dinner,traditional enjoy Rajasthani traditional welcome & cultural activities.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Jaipur

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Morning after early breakfast excursion to Amber for where you will ride a ELEPHANT to reach a top of the fort, visit Jagmandir, Chamber of glittering mirrors or the temple of Goddess Kali. Followed by guided city tour of Jaipur visiting the Royal City Palace, The Observatory, drives pass Hawa Mahal (the wind palace).

  • Scarves for Ladies and Turbans for men as souvenirs during elephant ride at Amber Fort
  • Learn the art of dressing in a Sari and Turban at Jaipur.

In the evening watch an Indian movie at Raj Mandir Cinema Hall considered to be the best of India. Even though, you don't understand the local language, you can't resist yourself to get into the mood of the movie with foot tapping music. Fyi, Indian movie industry is known as "bollywood" and the largest film industry in the world as far as making movie is considered.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Jaipur / Delhi (258kms/06 hrs)

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Morning after breakfast drive by surface to Delhi. On arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure activities. In the evening visit a famous traditional market called Dilli Haat. Situated in the heart of Delhi, the unique Dilli Haat is an upgraded version of the traditional weekly market, offering a delightful amalgam of craft, food and cultural activities. However, while the village Haat is a mobile, flexible arrangement, at Dilli Haat, a permanent Haat, it is the craftsmen who are mobile and ever - changing thereby offering a kaleidoscopic view of the richness and diversity of Indian handicrafts and artifacts.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 07: Delhi

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Morning after breakfast proceeds for a guided city tour of Old & New Delhi. The commercial and business hub of India, Delhi has been witness to a tumultuous history of uprising and falling of many empires. This hustling and bustling metropolitan city comprises of seven cities that were built by different emperors from time to time. It is perhaps the only city in the world that presents so many contrasts at once - there is the old-age charm and ruins of Old Delhi and there are strong and mighty giant buildings of New Delhi, there are the chic, fashionable belles of South Delhi and there are India lasses dressed in traditional and ethnic dresses, there are sparkling cars firing through wide roads and there are cycle-rickshaws in the streets of more congested areas. Experience Rickshow ride at Old Delhi during sightseeing. Visit the Historical landmark Red fort, Jama Masjid, Rajghat, India Gate, Parliament & President House, Humayun's Tomb, drive through the Diplomatic area, Qutab Minar etc.

  • Satisfy your taste with " Lassi " the Indian Summer Drinks
  • Taste the celebration sweet of India " Jalebi " sweetest in the world

In the evening Indian Horizons representative will meet you on welcome dinner at local restaurant organized by Indian Horizons.
Overnight at hotel (Red Fort is closed on every Monday)

Day 08: (Akshardham Temple) / Delhi

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Morning after breakfast proceed for half-day visit to the Akshardham Temple of New Delhi is built in an architectural style similar to that of the Akshardham temple of Gandhinagar in Gujarat, India. Its construction is based on the ancient Sthaapatya shastras of India and it is built without steel, entirely out of sandstone and marble. it is situated on the banks of the River Yamuna. Delhi Akshar Dham Mandir was inaugurated in Novenmber'05 in the presence of President APJ Abdul Kalam. It is spread over an area of 100 acres and took about two years to complete. In the afternoon on time you will be transferred by Indian Horizons representative at Delhi International airport to board flight for onward journey.


Inclusions

Accommodation

Airport Transfers

Daily Breakfast

Surface transportation by an exclusive chauffeur driven air-conditioned car

Services of english speaking local guides

Entrance fees to the monuments

All Taxes

Golden Triangle

07 Nights 08 Days
Destinations :Delhi → Agra → Jaipur

Best Session: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov, Dec

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