Golden Triangle of India - Tour to Delhi, Jaipur and Agra - Guaranteed departures
6 Nights (7 Days) Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi
Departures any day until 30 September 2009
Overview
Make your dream visit to India a reality, with our high quality guaranteed departure tours. Enjoy a well organized private journey, visiting the highlights of the Golden Triangle.
Book direct for departures any day until 30 September 2009.
Simply make your own arrangements to arrive/depart Delhi and start your tour.
The journey from Delhi to Agra and Jaipur, visits the gems of Northern India in this short yet comprehensive tour. After experiencing Delhi, one of the worlds busiest capitals, we drive to Agra with its exquisite Taj Mahal (the pefect destination for the Valentines departure) and the Agra Fort. Then on to the 'Pink City' of Jaipur, where you may visit the magnificent Amber Fort and Palace of the Winds, before our return to Delhi.
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- Day One
You will be met by a representative and assisted on arrival at the Airport.Transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Accommodation is available from 12:00 noon.
- Day Two
- India Gate
In the morning proceed for full day city tour of Old and New Delhi visiting, Historical landmark and monument of Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat (Mahatma Gandhi's Memorial), India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, and drive thru the Diplomatic area President and Parliament Building etc. Later in the evening drive to Agra. Agra is globally renown as the city of the Taj Mahal But this royal Mughal city has, in addition to the legendary Taj, many monuments that emphasis the high point of Mughal architecture. Once the capital of India under the Mughals, Agra is full of magnificent monuments dating back to the 16th and 17th century. The crowning glory of the city is obviously the Taj, a monument of love and imagination, that represents India to the world. Upon arrival check into the hotel. Overnight at the hotel
- Day Three
- Taj Mahal
Morning proceed for full day city tour of Agra, visiting World Famous "TAJMAHAL" a poignant poetry in marble, stands serene and awesome on a raised marble platform, by the banks of the Yamuna. The most extravagant monument ever built for lover is a tribute to the timelessness of art and love. Its pure white marble shimmers silver in the soft moonlight, exudes a shell - pink glow at dawn, and at the close of the day, takes on the tawny, fiery hue of the majestic sun. Built by Shahjahan in the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the lady of the Taj, it's construction started in 1631 and ended by 1653. About 20,000 people were recruited to give shape to this poetry in marble. Later visit the historic Agra Fort Built by three of the greatest Mughal Emperors is the Agra Fort The construction of this massive structure began in 1565, under Akbar, and continued till the time of his grandson, Shahjahan, The palace is also notable for its smooth blending of Hindu and central Asian architectural styles. The Diwan - i - Am, the Diwan - i - Khas, the Khas Mahal, the Palace of Mirrors, the Pearl mosque, the Nagina Masjid, the Garden of Grapes, and the Fish Pavilion are the other monuments in the fort complex. etc. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
- Day Four
- Hava Mahal
Morning proceed for half day excursion to Fatehpur Sikri. The royal city at Fatehpur Sikri, situated 26 miles west of Agra, was built at the orders of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. While Akbar himself was illiterate, he took a keen interest in literature, architecture, and the arts. He is also reputed to be a very tolerant ruler, and the buildings at Fatehpur Sikri blended both Islamic and Hindu elements in their architectural style. One of the buildings even reflects the new sycretistic faith founded by Akbar, Din-e-ilahi, which though very short-lived remains a matter of controversy.Fatehpur Sikri is now a World Heritage site. The Panch Mahal , or Palace of Five Stories, and the Buland Darwaza, a massive gate which provides entrance to the complex, number among the finest specimens of Mughal architecture. Later in the afternoon return to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Agra.
- Day Five
- Jaipur street scene
Morning drive to the Pink City of Rajasthan "Jaipur", the colour pink is associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. Jaipur was planned in a gird system with wide straight avenues, roads, streets and lanes and uniform rows of shops on either side of the main roads, all arranged in nine rectangular city sectors (chokdis). The city is surrounded by a wall having seven gates and was built for protection from invading armies and wild animals that lurked just outside in the jungles that surrounded the city. upon arrival check in to the hotel. Afternoon proceed for half day city tour of Jaipur, visiting Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), Jantar Mantar (Astronomical observatory), City Palace and Colorful Bazaars that delights for its Rajasthani handlooms and trinkets. The evening is free for leisure activities. Overnight at the hotel.
- Day Six
- Elephant ride
Amber Fort
Morning proceed for a half day excursion to Amber Fort. Is one of the most magnificent destinations in Jaipur located on the hills just outside Jaipur. It was commenced by Raja Man Singh in 1600 AD and then completed by Sawai Jai Singh in the eighteenth century. The fort is an example of fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture built in red sandstone and white marble. The highlight of the fort is the Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), a palace known for its craftsmanship in mirrors. It also locates in itself large ramparts, terraces and pavilions. Gardens like Dilaram Garden and Mohan Bari, which draw a leaf from the gardens that Mughals laid, are also sights to behold. An elegant temple of Shila Mata is situated inside the palace complex. The image of the Mother Goddess worshipped with reverence by thousands of devotees every day was brought from Jessore in Lower Bengal (Now in Bangladesh) by Raja Man Singh and installed here. Here ride on a decorated elephant to reach to the top of Fort. At Amer Fort visit Jagmandir or the chambers of glittering mirrors, Jai Mahal, and the temple of Goddess Kali, etc. Overnight at the hotel.
- Day seven (Sunday)
Check out by noon. Later transfer by road to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi transfer is included to the Delhi International airport to board your flight to your onward destination
The tour price includes:
Accommodation for 6 nights based on two person sharing twin rooms on bed + breakfast basis.
Delhi - Singh Continental or similar (1 nt)
Agra - Amar Yatri Niwas or similar (3 nts)
Japur - Diggi Palace or similar (2 nts)
Air conditioned transport services with an English speaking driver
Meeting and assistance on arrival / departures at all places by our representative
Services of local English speaking guide for all sightseeing tours
Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
Standard hotel: prices per person in EUROS
EURO 320 per person based on two person sharing a twin room
EURO 82 single room supplement
Superior hotel option: prices per person in EUROS
EURO 445 per person based on two person sharing a twin room
EURO 200 single room supplement
Delhi 1 night - Hotel Fortune Select Global or similar 4 star hotel
Agra 3 nights - Hotel Holiday Inn or similar 4 star hotel
Jaipur 2 nights - Hotel Holiday Inn or similar 4 star hotel
The tour price does not include:
Any expenses of personal nature. e.g.meals (Lunch, Dinner), porterage, phone calls, gratuities etc. and any other expenses not specified above.
Any air tickets, visa fees, travel insurance etc.
Any monument entrance fees which are payable directly, by you, at the monuments and places visited. Approx EURO 40-45 per person.
Departure dates:
Any day until 30 September 2009.
Tour operates with minimum 2 passengers.
Notes:
Hotel - check in after 12.00 hours only. Last day check out by 12.00 hours
Singles - sorry, we do not operate a shared room scheme for single travellers
Important - remember to check entry requirements, you probably require an entry visa
Important - check current health requirements by looking at the official travel advice website of your own country, or ask your doctor
