TOUR AT A GLANCE
The Golden Triangle is the most popular tourist route in India which includes Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, the three cities that capture your imagination and take you into the fascinating, decadent, and passionate world of the Mughals and the Maharajas. What they left behind is some of the world’s best architecture, from the Qutab Minar in Delhi to the Amber Fort in Jaipur and of course the Taj Mahal in Agra. In this 6 nights and 7 days tour, you can see the highlights of the Golden Triangle.
KEY DETAILS
Starting Point: Delhi Airport / Hotel
Drop off: Jaipur / Delhi
Duration: 6 Nights | 7 Days
Mode of Transport: Private Car
Tour Language: English / German / Spanish / French / Italian / Russian
Private Tour: No Other Traveler
Availability: All Time Available
SEE WHAT YOU WILL DO
This is only a sample 4-days tour plan for your reference. Your tour will be customised based on your requirements, arrival and departure.
ITINERARY
The below is a sample itinerary and can be customized based on your interest, or according to your arrival or departure.
Day 1: Arrival In Delhi - Transfer to Hotel
When you arrive in Delhi, our representative will greet you at the airport. The driver will take you to your hotel where you can check-in and relax. The evening will be free at leisure and you can enjoy the rest of the time while exploring the near-by vibrant markets and malls of Delhi which are swarmed with people all throughout the day. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi Guided Sightseeing Tour
Jama Mosque – Spice Market – Red Fort – Raj Ghat
This morning will be free at leisure. Relax until noon and then drive to Old Delhi with your driver and tour guide to visit the Jama Mosque. Here you can experience a rickshaw ride through the famous spice market of Old Delhi, Khari Baoli, which is Asia's largest wholesale spice market, selling a variety of spices, nuts, herbs and food products like rice and tea. While in Old Delhi, also visit the Red Fort, that historically served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors. From here, head to Raj Ghat which is a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Later, you can explore the local market with your driver or get back to hotel to enjoy the evening while relaxing and dining in. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi Guided Sightseeing Tour - Drive to Agra (3h 30m)
Qutub Minar – Humayun’s Tomb – India Gate – President’s House – Parliament House – Lotus Temple
In the morning after breakfast and checkout, begin your sightseeing in New Delhi with your driver and tour guide. Commence your day with the visit to Qutub Minar, a minaret and “victory tower" that forms part of the Qutb complex and then Humayun’s Tomb, the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. Drive by India Gate, President’s House, and Parliament House. You will have time for a lunch break and later visit Lotus Temple, which is a Baháʼí House of Worship. From here, start your journey towards Agra and upon reaching, check-in at your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Agra Guided Sightseeing Tour
Taj Mahal – Agra Fort – Ancient Shiva Temple – Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah (Mini Taj) – Taj Mahal Sunset View Point
Our driver and guide will pick you up around 6 a.m. for an astounding Sunrise tour of Taj Mahal gleaming in the pinkish colour of the morning. Upon returning to your hotel in about 2 hours, have breakfast and relax until noon. Later, visit the Agra Fort to witness the Mughal architecture and style of living. From there, take a walk to the ancient Shiva Temple through the by-lanes of old Agra while experiencing the day-to-day life and commerce. Here you can taste the typical Indian mouth-freshener, known as “Pan". Then visit the Mini Taj or the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah and observe its striking resemblance with the Taj Mahal and by evening, take a refreshing stroll in the enormous garden of Mehtab Bagh getting the rear view of Taj Mahal with Yamuna River in between and with the sun setting in the backdrop. You can explore the local market, famous for marble in-lay products, embroidered wall hangings, gems and jewellery, before getting back to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 5: Drive to Jaipur (4h) - Jaipur Guided Sightseeing Tour
Walking Tour: City Palace – Jantar Mantar – Flower Market – Vegetable Market – Govind Devji Temple
This morning after breakfast and check-out, you will head to Jaipur whilst halting at the Chand Baori Step Well (optional), which is one of the deepest and largest step-wells in India. Arrive at Jaipur and check-in to your hotel. After lunch, stroll around the walls of the pink city covering City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Flower Market, Vegetable Market, and Govind Devji Temple with your tour guide. You may then explore the local markets that offer a rich variety of traditional Rajasthani hand woven clothing, gems and jewelry, paintings, and carpets. Dine in at the hotel and relax for the night.
Day 6: Jaipur Guided Sightseeing Tour
Amer Fort – Nahargarh Fort – Gatore Ki Chhatri – Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace) – Jal Mahal (Lake Palace) – Galta Ji (Monkey Temple)
You will be picked up the next morning and will be taken on a full day excursion of Jaipur City. Commence the day with the visit to the gigantic Amer Fort. Ride-up to the Fort in a private Jeep or on an elephant back and spend a few hours inside the fort for a guided tour. Later, visit the adjacent Nahargarh Fort and Gatore ki Chhatri with your tour guide and then proceed for a lunch break. Stop at Hawa Mahal and Jal Mahal for pictures. In the evening, spend some time in the Galta Ji, also famous as Monkey Temple, which is an ancient Hindu pilgrimage about 10 km away from Jaipur, a series of temples built into a narrow crevice in the ring of hills that surrounds Jaipur. Return to the hotel and stay.
Day 7: Departure
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel. You will be dropped-off to the Jaipur Airport or to the Delhi Airport as per your preference. The tour wraps up here.
FAQ
Is this a private tour? Yes, this tour is private and no other traveler will be there expect your group, if any.
Will I get a tour guide? Yes, a local guide will be provided in each city who will accompany you throughout your sightseeing in that city.
What is the duration of stops at each landmark? There is no specified time duration of the stops at each landmark. Since it is a private tour, you will have full liberty to spend as much time you wish at each place. You can also cut the tour shorter by skipping places or by making quick visits.
Will there be any stops on the way from one city to another? Meal or washroom breaks can be taken any and as many times during the journey.
What kind of car will be provided? A compact sedan car will be offered for up to two travelers. Three to five travelers will be accommodated in an SUV and for more travelers, bus will be provided based on the group size. Upgrade from a sedan to an SUV is also available for solo or duo travelers.
Will the vehicle be nice, clean and air-conditioned? All our vehicles are air-conditioned, well-maintained and timely serviced.
Can I make customizations in the tour above? Yes, since this is a private tour, customizations are possible based on your arrival/departure time, duration of stay or your interest. Feel free to get in touch with your operator.
How can I make the payment? We require 10% of the total amount at the time of booking, 60% is required 30 days prior to the tour and the remaining 30% can be payable in cash or by card upon your arrival or anytime during the tour. Advance deposits are accepted via PayPal, Razorpay and Bank Transfer. Upon arrival. payments can be made in any major foreign currency or using credit/debit cards.
