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9-Day Golden Triangle with the Golden Temple

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Overview

The Golden Triangle trip is one of the most sought after tours among most travellers. This tour for nine days not only covers the three most popular cities – Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, but also the Gateway to Punjab – Amritsar.

Delhi is the capital city of India and it gives a taste of the rich culture and history that defines this country. Agra is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World – Taj Mahal, which is known to be a symbol of love built by Shah Jahan. Then there is Jaipur, which is the capital of Rajasthan and is popularly known as the pink city. This city will give you more than just a glimpse of the magnificent forts, and palaces that can be found all over Rajasthan. Handicrafts made here are very popular as it reflects the traditional and cultural heritage of the state.

End the tour with Amritsar, which is home to the most famed Golden Temple, a sanctuary in Sikhism which attracts thousands of people who are in search of spiritual guidance.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Delhi

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Arrival in Delhi

You are welcomed to Delhi, the capital city of India. Our representative will be waiting at the arrival gate to greet you and then transfer you to the hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rockland Panchsheel Enclave3 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Delhi to Rockland Hotel C R Park

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    New Delhi

Day 2

Delhi Sightseeing Tour

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Delhi Sightseeing Tour

After breakfast, you will go out sightseeing. Begin with Old Delhi, where you will visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India; Chandni Chowk, the oldest markets in Delhi. Take a rickshaw ride to the Red Fort, from here you will go to Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Have lunch and then go to New Delhi to visit Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, the President’s House and Parliament Street. Lastly, visit Qutub Minar, a 240-feet tall minaret with an amazing mix of architecture.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rockland Panchsheel Enclave3 star

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    Activities

    Delhi Sightseeing

    Jama Masjid

    Chandni Chowk

    Raj Ghat

    Humayun's Tomb

    India Gate

    Rashtrapati Bhavan

    Qutub Minar

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    New Delhi

    Delhi

Day 3

Delhi to Agra

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Delhi to Agra

After breakfast, drive to Agra. This city is special because it is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Taj Mahal, and Agra Fort. Check into the hotel and go sightseeing, starting with the Agra Fort, which is a much better-preserved version of the Red Fort in Delhi; made of red sandstone and white marble. Then visit Taj Mahal at sunset, the best time to witness this magnificent monument. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his loving wife, Mumtaz.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Crimson Palace3 star

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    Activities

    Agra Fort

    Taj Mahal

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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 4

Agra to Jaipur

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Agra to Jaipur

After breakfast, drive to Jaipur. The city got its name and reputation of being the pink city due to the use of pink sandstone in almost all the buildings we see today. The bustling bazaars of Jaipur, famous for Rajasthani jewellery, fabrics and shoes, possess a timeless quality and are a treasure-trove for the shoppers. On arrival, check into the hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Souvenir Premier3 star

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    Activities

    JaipurOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Agra to Jaipur

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Agra

    Jaipur

Day 5

A Day in Jaipur

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A Day in Jaipur

After breakfast, take a jeep up to Amer Fort. Built in the 16th century, Amer Fort sit on the Aravalli Hills which bears importance to Indian history. Later, visit the City Palace where the Maharajah resides. Then, visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, the largest stone observatory in the world. Finish the day driving past the Hawa Mahal to the colourful markets of Jaipur, bapu bazaar. Women will get an opportunity to drape in a saree and men will experience traditional turban tieing.

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    Accommodation

    Souvenir Premier3 star

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    Activities

    Amber Palace (Amer Fort)

    Jaipur Sightseeing City Tour

    City Palace Jaipur

    Jantar Mantar

    Bapu Bazaar

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    Transportations

    Off-Road from Souvenir Premier to Amber Palace

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Jaipur

    Rajasthan

Day 6

Jaipur to Delhi

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Jaipur to Delhi

After breakfast, drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and have the rest of the day leisure to explore the city. You could spend the remainder of the day back in Old Delhi, visiting sites that were missed before.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rockland Panchsheel Enclave3 star

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    Activities

    Old DelhiOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Jaipur to Delhi

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Jaipur

    New Delhi

    Delhi

Day 7

Train to Amritsar

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Train to Amritsar

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the railway station for your train to Amritsar. On arrival, our representative will receive you and transfer you to your hotel. Your journey today will take most of the day. When you arrive, you can rest at your hotel ready for tomorrow's adventure.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Fairway3 star

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    Activities

    AmritsarOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Train from Delhi to Amritsar

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    New Delhi

    Amritsar

Day 8

Amritsar Tour

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Amritsar Tour

Visit the Golden Temple, known as Sri Harmandir Sahib. It is one of the most spiritual places in the country and considered to be one of the holiest shrines in Sikhism. Visit the Jallianwala Bagh, which is a public garden located near the Golden Temple. It is home to a memorial that pays tribute to the massacre by the British forces. Visit the Wagah Border, to witness the Beating Retreat Ceremony that takes place every day just before sunset.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Fairway3 star

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    Activities

    Harmandir Sahib - The Golden Temple

    Jallianwala Bagh

    India-Pakistan Wagah Border

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Amritsar

    Amritsar Cantt.

    Hardo Rattan

Day 9

Departure

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Departure

This is the final day of your Golden Triangle trip. After breakfast, the day will be at leisure. Later you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Delhi. From Delhi, you can take your connecting flight for your onward journey. Hope you had a wonderful time exploring with us, have a pleasant flight and see you soon.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Amritsar to Amristar Raja Sansi International Airport

    Plane from Amritsar to DelhiOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Amritsar

Included in Price

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 18 activities
  • 8 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

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