- Visit the historic Old and New Delhi cities.
- Tour Agra and visit the monument of love - the Taj Mahal.
- Visit the Pink City of Jaipur and explore the Hawa Mahal and the City Palace.
The Golden triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur is a microcosmic representation of India. Delhi is the harmonious osmosis of power and heritage. Agra is immersed in soft romanticism and Rajasthan confronts you with its fierce magnificence. The golden triangle has beckoned travellers for centuries. The sights and the sounds are intrinsically Indian and something that one can savour for years to come.
The story of Delhi is about wealth and who held the keys to that wealth. From the native sons of Hindusthan who fought over it to the foreigners who plundered, crushed and rebuilt their own Delhi each time. The British also delivered a blow by changing the capital to Calcutta (Kolkatta) but later changed back to Delhi in 1911. After independence a "New Delhi" was crowned the capital of a free India, fulfilling a destiny that confirmed that history will always be determined in this city. Spread across the city from the posh colonies in the south to the unchanged mohallas of the north, Delhi is "both a trip into the past and a survey of the present."
Agra is famous the world over as the home of the magnificent Taj Mahal which is one of the seven wonders of the world. The city is also laden with smaller architectural treasures. It is famous for marble carvings, semi-precious stones, and silk embroidery. A charming city which never ceases to amaze you with its heady mix of history and culture.
While Jaipur's attractions are numerous, nothing can beat being on its princely trail. One can live in the Palaces of erstwhile Maharaja's which are now converted in to heritage hotels or simply visit the numerous forts and Palaces which dot this pink city. From the City Palace to the smaller havelis like Narayan Niwas, each residence has a grandeur and a majesty which can only be experienced.
For unforgettable memories and enchanting souveniers this is the India that you cannot miss. A India which breathes with power, culture and beauty.
DAY 1 Arrival Delhi
Reception at airport and transfer to hotel. Morning free. Afternoon - combined sightseeing tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit to New Delhi. See the India Gate, Rastrapati Bhawan and Qutub Minar - one of the most perfect towers of the Persian world. On visit to Old Delhi. See the Red Fort, Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India) and Raj Ghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi.
DAY 2 Delhi - Agra
Morning drive to Agra (203kms / 5 hours). Relax at the hotel. Afternoon see the Taj Mahal, the main attraction of India, and also visit the Agra Fort, which was built principally as a military establishment by Akbar in 1565, in red sandstone, and was partially converted into a palace during Shah Jahan's time.
DAY 3 Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Bharatpur - Jaipur
Proceed to Jaipur (221kms / 6hours) in the morning and en route visit Fatehpur Sikri. This deserted red sandstone city, built by Emperor Akbar, now basks in its magnificent past and also visit Bharatpur bird sanctuary on your way to Jaipur. Upon arrival at Jaipur check in at hotel.
DAY 4 Jaipur
In the morning, ascend the Amber Fort on elephant back. Afternoon city tour of Jaipur will include a visit to the Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and the City Palace, the royal residence built in a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal styles.
DAY 5 Jaipur - Delhi
Morning drive to Delhi (258 kms / 6 hours). Upon arrival transfer to international airport. Departure. |
