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8-Day Golden Triangle of India

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Overview

Take one of the most famous travel routes in India: the Golden Triangle. Visiting the three cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, the route is named this way for the equilateral triangle the locations make when dotted on a map.

You'll begin your India sightseeing in the bustling capital of Delhi, where you'll spend some time exploring the most memorable sights here such as the Red Fort, the towering Qutab Minar and the impressive India Gate.

Continue Agra, hosting India's most magnificent sight: the Taj Mahal. This is considered to be one of the most beautiful buildings in the world, nothing will prepare you for its splendour and sheer scale up close. Finally, end your Golden Triangle tour in the Pink City of Jaipur, the capital of the resplendent Rajasthan, known for its abundance of palaces, fortresses and glittering bazaars.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Delhi

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Arrival in Delhi

Welcome to India! Once you arrive at Delhi's international airport, you will receive a traditional welcome and will be transferred to your hotel in the city centre. Depending on your time of arrival, you have the rest of the day free to get yourself acquainted with the city.

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    Accommodation

    The Regent Villa- Luxury Stay In South Delhi3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    DelhiOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Delhi Airport to The Regent Villa- Luxury Stay In South Delhi

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    Destinations

    New Delhi

    Delhi

Day 2

Old and New Delhi City Tour

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Old and New Delhi City Tour

After breakfast at your hotel, you will embark on a full-day tour to discover the wonderful city of Delhi. First, you will explore Old Delhi. Drive past along the river Yamuna past the Red Fort to one of the most beautiful mosques in the world, the Jama Masjid and enjoy a rickshaw ride through the colourful Chandni Chowk. Later, continue to New Delhi to visit the Qutab Minar Complex and drive past the Parliament House and the famous India Gate.

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    Accommodation

    The Regent Villa- Luxury Stay In South Delhi3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Old Delhi

    Jama Masjid

    Chandni Chowk

    Delhi

    Qutub Minar

    Rashtrapati Bhavan

    Parliament House

    India Gate

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    New Delhi

    Delhi

Day 3

Explore Delhi Temples

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Explore Delhi Temples

This morning you will visit the famous Hindu temple, Akshardham. The complex consists of 234 ornately carved pillars and statues of India's great sadhus and divine personalities. You will also get a chance to visit the stunning Lotus Temple, also known as the Bahai Temple, where adherents of any faith can visit, pray or meditate in the beautiful building, which is shaped to resemble a lotus flower.

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    Accommodation

    The Regent Villa- Luxury Stay In South Delhi3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Akshardham

    Lotus Temple

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    New Delhi

    Gandhinagar

Day 4

Journey to Agra and Agra Fort

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Journey to Agra and Agra Fort

After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will leave Delhi behind and set off for your next destination on the Golden Triangle route: Agra. The journey will take around four hours. Once you have checked into your new hotel, you will go on a visit to Agra Fort, which was built by Emperor Akbar on the west bank of the river Yamuna, it contains a number of palaces and magnificent gardens.

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    Accommodation

    Siris 183 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Agra Fort

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Delhi to Agra

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    New Delhi

    Agra

Day 5

Visit the Taj Mahal in Agra

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Visit the Taj Mahal in Agra

Today you will visit the ever-impressive Taj Mahal, a symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan in 1631 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. You will also visit Mehtab Bagh, which is a charbargh complex north of the Taj Mahal complex on the opposite side of the Yamuna River

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    Accommodation

    Siris 183 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Taj Mahal

    Mehtab Bagh

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Agra

Day 6

Travel to the Pink City

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Travel to the Pink City

After breakfast this morning you will drive to Jaipur, popularly known as the Pink City, the flamboyant and colourful capital of Rajasthan. With its fascinating rich past, resplendent with tales of velour and bravery, it is now one of the most important heritage cities in India. En-route, stop at Abhaneri village to see Chand Baori stepwell. Continue driving to Jaipur and check-in at your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel The Livin3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Chand Baori Stepwell at Abhaneri

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Agra to Jaipur

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Agra

    Abhaneri

    Jaipur

Day 7

Jaipur Sightseeing

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Jaipur Sightseeing

Today you will take an excursion to Amber Fort, the palace complex which stands to this date was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. Later, visit the City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Move on to the Jantar Mantar, an astronomical treasure house. You'll also make a photo-stop at Hawa Mahal, a five-storied structure of pink sandstone. In the evening head to Birla Temple to witness the evening prayer ceremony.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel The Livin3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Amber Palace (Amer Fort)

    City Palace Jaipur

    Jantar Mantar

    Hawa Mahal

    Birla Temple Jaipur

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Jaipur

    Rajasthan

    New Delhi

Day 8

Drive to Delhi and Departure

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Drive to Delhi and Departure

This concludes your India sightseeing tour. After breakfast, check out of your hotel and make the 5-hour drive to Delhi. Once you arrive, you'll be transferred to the airport in time to catch your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Jaipur to Delhi

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Jaipur

Included in Price

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 18 activities
  • 7 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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