Golden Triangle 8 days.
Price per person from: $ 940 :-
The golden triangle is one of the most popular tourist routes in India as it takes you from the capital of New Delhi to Agra and the fabulous Taj Mahal which is on most peoples bucket list when planning a trip to India. During this tour we also visit Jaipur and Amer fort, where you can ride an elephant in case of space. This trip gives you a wonderful taste of India.
This is included:
7 nights in standard double room on bed and breakfast basis.
Transport in AC vechicle.
English speaking guide on all tours.
Entrance fees at all World Heritage monuments listed in the itinerary (for one visit only), road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges and interstate taxes.
1 Elephant ride (Alternatively by jeep) at Amer fort in Jaipur.
Travel guarantee via Swedish Kammarkollegiet.
Day to day presentation:
Day 1: Arrival to Delhi.
Arrive at New Delhi’s International Airport. Following customs, immigration formalities and baggage collection, our representative will meet you as you exit the arrivals termial building after which you would be transferred to your hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, proceed for check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free to spend on your own.
Day 2: Delhi.
After breakfast, proceed for a half day tour of New Delhi. The tour will include a visit to the Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in India. Qutub-ud-din Aibak started it in 1199. Pulling down 27 Hindu and Jain temples and using their columns erected the attached Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque also built by him. Then visit Humayun’s tomb, built by the widow of the second Mughal Emperor, Humayun, it is an outstanding monument in the Indo-Persian style, a precursor of the Taj Mahal. Drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapati Bhawan, the President’s residence.
Return to hotel after the visit. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 3: Delhi.
After breakfast, proceed for a half day tour of Old Delhi. The tour will begin with a visit to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; Drive past the Red Fort continuing to the Jama Masjid, one of Asia’s largest mosques. It was the last architectural extravaganza of the Mughal Emperor, Shahjahan built in the year 1656 AD with the help of 5,000 craftsmen. It was made across the road from the Red Fort. The mosque is also known as Masjid-I-Jahanuma, which means ‘mosque commanding view of the world’. The measurement of the mosque is 65 m X 35 m while the courtyard is forms an area of 100 n square. The mosque has the capacity to hold as many as 25,000 devotees.You would also visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the most sacred temple for Sikhs.Return to hotel after the visit . Afternoon at leisure.
Day 4: Delhi – Agra.
After breakfast, drive to Agra (205 Kms./ 4 Hrs. drive approx.) Upon arrival check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon, proceed for half day city tour visiting, Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). The Taj Mahal is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid 17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding. You will have ample time to view and be mesmerized by this outstanding piece of architecture. Later visit Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture. Agra Fort – the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. This was the seat of Mughal rule and administration and the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River. Shah Jehan added the impressive quarters and the mosque while Aurangzeb added the outer ramparts. Visit its Hall of Public Audience and its Royal Pavilions. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 5: Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Jaipur (232 KMS / 6 hours) en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city, built by the Great Mughal Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the late 16th century. It was abandoned soon after it was built when the local wells went dry and it remains today in much the same condition that it was over 300 years ago. It is complete with palaces and mosques and used to be a town larger than London when it was originally constructed. Now it is an extraordinary place to wander around with its buildings in near perfect condition. Continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, proceed for check-in at your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 6: Jaipur.
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven just outside Jaipur to the ancient capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar’s most successful General, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amber was the seat of power. The fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Moat Lake. Ruins and remains are spread over the Aravalli hills and sprawling crenulated walls lattice the surrounding area. An elephant (alternatively by jeep) will spare you the trouble of reaching up to the fortress. Once on top, stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamplight is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room. En-route to Amber you will stop and see the `Palace of Winds’, otherwise known as Hawa Mahal. It is really an elaborate facade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on in the street below. It is extremely intricate in its pink sandstone carving. The cool wind blows through its facade of windows and latticed screens through which the queens of the court once viewed the streets of the city.
Continue for sightseeing tour of Jaipur city visit the city of Jaipur. Among the highlights to be seen while touring Jaipur include the City Palace, which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armoury, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur, built in 1726 and is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day. You will also have the opportunity to wander about the local markets. Return to your hotel after the sightseeing tour.
Day 7: Jaipur – Delhi.
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi (260 KMS / 5-6 Hrs. drive approx.) Upon arrival in Delhi, check-in at hotel. Rest of the day is free to spend on your own.
Day 8: Departure.
In time, transfer to international airport to board flight for onward destination.
This is not included:
International flight. (Can be bought on your own or via us)
Visa fees.
All meals not mentioned in the program.
Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, Portage, telephone/fax calls, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airfare, airport departure tax etc.
Travel insurance.
Please note:
Hotel Check-in/Check-out time is 1200 noon in 3 star hotels & 4 star hotels. However in 5 star hotels the check-in time is 1400 Hrs. & check-out time is, 1200 Noon.
TAJ MAHAL remains closed on Fridays.
Elephant ride is subject to availability as Government of Rajasthan has restricted the number of rides and prior reservation. Clients will have to queue themselves and wait to see if they can get a chance to have the Elephant ride.
The prices are based upon the lowest booking class and season. Prices are calculated per person in shared double room.
We reserve ourselves against changes in currencies.
