Golden Triangle Trip India
DURATION: 06 Nights / 07 Days
DESTINATIONS: Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi
DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
On arrival meet and assist at the airport and transfer to prebooked hotel
for overnight stay.
DAY 02 : DELHI
After breakfast, full day city tour of old & modern capital of India.
Visit Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Built by Shah Jahan, the
construction was started in 1844 and was not completed until 1658 ; Red
Fort, which was also built by Shah Jehan. This massive fort was built
from 1638 to 1648 ; Chandni Chowk and Rajghat - the cremation site of
Mahatma Gandhi. Witness the India Gate, the Presidents House & the
Parliament. Visit Humayun's Tomb : built in mid 16th century this is an
early example of Mughal architecture; Qutab Minar. The tour ends with
a visit to Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir).
DAY 03 : DELHI - JAIPUR 260 kms/4-5 hours
After breakfast, transfer to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in at prebooked
Hotel.
Jaipur : The capital city of the state of Rajasthan also know as “Pink
City” owes its name, its foundation and planning to the great warrior
astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II. The city of Jaipur has broad avenues.
The city sits on a dry lake bed in a wild and somewhat arid landscape,
surrounded by barren hills surmounted by fortresses and crenellated walls.
Afternoon, city tour of Jaipur. Visit the Jantar Mantar – the observatory
built by Jai Singh in 1728; the City Palace which is a blend of Rajasthani
and Mughal architecture. It also has a museum with an extensive collection
of art, carpets, paintings, enamel ware and weapons dating back to the
15th century.
DAY 04 : JAIPUR-FATEHPUR SIKRI-AGRA
Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri : 203 kms/04-05 hours
Fatehpur Sikri - Agra : 27 kms/45 minutes
After breakfast, excursion to Amber Fort enroute witness the
façade of Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds which was built in
1799. Amber Fort - The ancient capital of the state until 1727 when Jai
Singh decided to move from his hillside fortress at Amber to new site
on the plains. The construction of this fort began in 1592 by Raja Man
Singh, the Rajput commander of Akbar’s army. The fort is a superb
example of Rajput architecture, stunningly situated on a hillside and
overlooking a lake which reflects its terraces and ramparts. Visit the
Jagmandir or the hall of victory glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal &
temple of Kali. Ascend on elephant back, the hill, on which the fort is
situated.
Afternoon, leave for Agra. Enroute visit the abandoned Mughal city of
Fatehpur Sikri : built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, was the old capital of
the Mughals, which was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water.
See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti,
Panch Mahal & other Palaces which are still preserved in its original
glory. Continue drive to Agra. Arrive Agra in the evening and checkin
at prebooked hotel for overnight stay.
Agra fort
DAY 05 : AGRA
After breakfast, city tour of Agra. Visit Red fort, which was built by
Emperor Akbar in 1565, and additions were made up until the time of his
grandson, Shah Jahan. It contains the hall of public and private audiences
amongst many other beautiful structures; Itmad-ud-daulah, which was constructed
by Nur Jahan between 1622 and 1628 and is very similar to the tomb she
constructed for her husband, Jehangir, near Lahore in Pakistan; the highlight
of the day - The Taj Mahal, which was constructed by Shah Jahan in memory
of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj began in 1631 and was
not completed until 1653.
DAY 06 : AGRA-DELHI 210 kms/4-5 hours
After breakfast, leave for Delhi enroute visit Sikandra - Mughal Emperor
Akbar's Mausoleum. Arrive Delhi and checkin at prebooked hotel. Rest of
the day at leisure. Free for individual activities.
DAY 07 : DEPART DELHI
Transfer to the airport to board your flight for onward destination.
