4 Day Golden Triangle Tour

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Welcome to Delhi Airport; our team will assist you upon arrival and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel. Please note the standard check-in time is 2 pm at the hotels.

New Delhi is the capital of India, has been inhabited continuously since the 6th century BCE and has served as the capital of multiple kingdoms and empires throughout its history. In the 1920s, it was redesigned by Sir Edwin Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker. Today, Delhi is a bustling metropolis that serves as a vibrant hub of international arts and culture and a thriving commercial centre.

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MORNING: TOUR OF OLD & NEW DELHI

Old Delhi is known for its hustle and bustle, energy and colour, local shops and bazaars, and twists and turns of narrow lanes between soaring buildings and leaning houses. A rickshaw ride through the busy and narrow streets of Chandni Chowk will give you a unique experience. Take a look at the marvellous Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. Drive past the Red Fort while enjoying the rickshaw ride. Your next stop is Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi Memorial – a calm and quiet place in complete contrast to the commotion of the old walled city.

Amongst other prominent attractions to cover on the same day is the golden-domed Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, a famous Sikh temple, which has a huge kitchen where the langar (free food for anyone who wants it) is prepared for thousands of people every day. Volunteers mostly staff it, and you can go in and look around or even help out

Visit the inspiring Mughal monument, Humayun’s Tomb - UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the first garden-tomb in the country, constructed in 1570. Later, zip around the Connaught Place shopping centre and be mesmerised by the fast-paced and upscale lifestyle. Take a look at the India Gate and other princely buildings, including Rashtrapati Bhavan, to admire the architectural grandeur of modern Delhi.

INCLUDED: Monument entrance fees, Rickshaw ride, personal English-speaking guide, private Chauffeur-driven vehicle & Shoe keeping charges at the mosque.

Drive to the love city of Agra by a private chauffeur-driven vehicle.

Agra, the capital of the Mughal Empire during the 16th and 17th centuries, boasts three UNESCO world heritage sites that serve as legacies from that period: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri.

• AFTERNOON: TOUR OF AGRA FORT AND TAJ MAHAL

Visit the Red Fort, also called as the Lal-Qila, is a red sandstone fort, built by Akbar, is admired for its splendour, architectural beauty and magnificent halls. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fort is the emblem of resilience, power and strength. Once the capital of the Mughal Sultanate, the citadel brags about several majestic palaces, masjids and halls; the most prominent amongst them are Macchi Bhawan, Shah Jahani Mahal, Khas Mahal, Mina Masjid, Nagina Masjid and Hall of Public Audience (Diwan-I-Am).

Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride to the fabled Taj Mahal, the legendary Mughal monument built in the 17th century. The Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and stands tall as a memorial to the beloved queen of Emperor Shah Jahan. The spectacular white marble mausoleum is well-complimented by the sprawling gardens, royal audience halls and private chambers.

INCLUDED: Monument Entrance Fees, Decorated Horse-carriage/Battery Van ride, personal English-speaking guide and private Chauffeur-driven vehicle

• MORNING: TOUR OF MEHTAB GARDEN TO VIEW TAJ MAHAL

Immerse in a beautiful sunrise of view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh, across the Yamuna River. The Mughal garden is located on the other side of the river.

INCLUDED: Monument Entrance Fees, Battery Van ride, personal English-speaking guide and private Chauffeur-driven vehicle

• EN-ROUTE TOUR OF FATEHPUR SIKRI

Visit the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Be charmed with the magnificence of the ghost city once known for its extraordinary architecture that can still be perceived through the design and construction. Amongst the most popular buildings, both religious and secular, are Jama Masjid, Buland Darwaza, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Ibadat Khana, Mariam-us-Zamani’s Palace, Naubat Khana, Birbal’s House and Panch Mahal.

INCLUDED: Monument Entrance Fees, Battery Van ride, personal English-speaking guide and private Chauffeur-driven vehicle

Upon arrival in Jaipur, check-in at the hotel.

Jaipur, Rajasthan\'s renowned walled capital city, is also known as the \"Pink City.\" This nickname originates from the city painted pink in 1876 as a symbol of the locals\' warm welcome to the visit of Queen Victoria of England and the Prince of Wales.
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• MORNING: TOUR OF JAIPUR CITY AND AMBER FORT

Today spend day in Jaipur exploring the impressive forts, majestic castles, vibrant local bazaars, local souvenirs and experience real India.

The day starts with an elephant ride to the Amer Fort for the Hall of Public Audience, the Palace of Mirrors and other important attractions. Reach early to avoid the huge crowd at the fort. If you don't like to experience an Elephant ride, then a jeep can be arrnanged to get up there on the hill fort.

From here, head to the City Palace and appreciate its magnificent gardens and striking courtyards. They offer a brilliant contrast to the awe-inspiring palatial structures, such as the Shri Govind Dev temple, Badal Mahal, Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal. Also, visit the Diwan-e-Khas and marvel at the giant silver water vessels. Jantar Mantar is the next attraction. The observatory comprises several impressive buildings of distinctive geometrical forms, each having a unique function for astronomical measurement. Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, is a striking attraction with more than 900 windows.

Later in the day, explore and indulge in shopping at the colourful bazaars of Jaipur.

INCLUDED: Monument entrance fees, Elephant/Jeep ride, personal English-speaking guide & private Chauffeur-driven vehicle
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Drive back to Delhi to catch your onward flight.

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Note: We can customize this tour to extend to other destinations as per your preference.