India's Golden Triangle Tour
India's Golden Triangle tour is a fascinating introduction into the history
and customs of northern India's majestic Moghul heritage. Discover the three
cities which create the points on India's famous Golden Triangle and the
extraordinary wealth of cultural and historical splendour they possess.
"From the famous Red Fort of Old Delhi and Gandhi’s black granite memorial, to the ‘Rose Pink City’ of Jaipur, the Amber Fort on its forested green hillside and the white marble monument to love Agra’s Taj Mahal - we tour through the colours of India’s rich heritage on a journey that makes a week go a long way."
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■ Delhi: Humayun Tomb
■ Raj Ghat
■ Jama Masjid
■ Agra: Taj Mahal
■ Agra Fort
■ Jaipur: Elephant ride
■ Amber Fort Palace
■ Sightseeing Tour
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India's Golden Triangle Itinerary
Day 1 - London to Delhi
Arrive Delhi and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza
Day 2 - Delhi
After breakfast, depart for a sightseeing tour of New & Old Delhi. Visit the 12th
century Qutab Minar, gracefully hand-carved for its entire height of 234ft, and the
iron pillar, which has withstood the ravages of time and not rusted even after 1500
years. Visit the mausoleum of emperor Humayun - a forerunner of the Mughal style of
architecture and the imposing modern Lakshminarayan temple. Drive past the India
Gate (a war memorial dedicated to the lives of laid down by the Indian soldiers),
the president's residence - formerly the Viceroy's Palace, parliament House and the
Secretariat buildings - an interesting blend of the Victorian and 20th century
architecture. Old Delhi takes you to the Raj Ghat (memorial to Mahatma Gandhi),
Jama Masjid, - The largest mosque in India. Drive past Chandi Chowk, once an imperial
avenue of Mughal Royalty which today is the busiest commercial area of the city.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza (B)
Day 3 - Delhi to Agra
After breakfast depart Delhi for Agra. Day at leisure.
Hotel: Jaypee Palace (B)
Day 4 - Agra
Visit the world famous Taj Mahal built by Shah Jahan in 1560 in memory of his queen
Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. This architectural marvel is a perfectly
proportioned masterpiece fashioned from white marble that stands testimony to the
skill of 20,000 craftsmen brought together from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy and
who took 17 years to complete this 'Love Poem in Marble' (please note the Taj Mahal
is closed on Fridays). Later visit the Agra Fort containing the private and public
halls and other palaces. Afternoon at leisure.
Hotel: Jaypee Palace (B)
Day 5 - Agra to Jaipur
After breakfast leave Agra for Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri. Located 40km from Agra,
the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, in honour
of the great Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti who blessed Akbar and prophesised the birth
of three sons to the heirless Emperor. Akbar used Fatehpur Sikri as his capital and
the city was fully occupied for 14 years but slowly became deserted and ruined after
Akbar left the city. Scarcity of water was the prime factor for the abandonment of
this beautiful city. Visit the remarkably well preserved, graceful buildings within
the 'Ghost City' including the Jama Masjid, tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal Palace
and other palaces that speak of the grandeur and splendour of the Mughal empire at the
height of its power.
Hotel: Golden Tulip (B)
Day 6 - Jaipur
After breakfast, depart for the Amber fort. Take an elephant up to the Fort
(subject to availability on arrival). Inside the Jag Mandir is the famed Sheesh
Mahal - a room with all the four walls and ceiling completely embedded with glittering
mirrored pieces, which were specially imported from Belgium during that period.
En-route to the Amber Fort, you will have a brief photography stop at Hawa Mahal –
known as the Palace of Winds. In the afternoon take a sightseeing tour of the city
visiting the Maharaja's City Palace, the former Royal residence. A small portion is
still used by the Royal family of Jaipur. Built in the style of a fortified campus,
the palace covers almost one-seventh of the city. Later visit the Jantar Mantar,
which is the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world. Situated
near the gate of the city palace, the observatory has 17 large instruments, many of
them still in working condition.
Hotel: Golden Tulip (B)
Day 7 - Jaipur to Delhi
Depart for Delhi (257kms/5-6 hrs).
Hotel: Heritage Village (B)
Day 8 - Delhi
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight (B).
Inclusions
- ■ Accommodation as detailed in twin or double bed with private facilities (alternative but similar hotels may be used at certain times of year)
- ■ Meals included as stated: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L) and Dinner (D)
- ■ Air-conditioned transport as listed
- ■ Services of a qualified English-speaking guide
- ■ Airport transfers
- ■ All site entrance fees while touring as appropriate
What's not Included
- ■ Optional excursions
- ■ Tips for the guide or driver
Please be aware 2009 itineraries may vary slightly to the 2010 itinerary shown. Please contact reservations for more information. Prices can increase or decrease, you will be quoted the up to date price at the time of booking.
India's Golden Triangle With Ranthambore
10 days from £1,209
Ranthambore Park, one of the world’s finest tiger reserves is set in an area of unparalleled beauty – a park set amidst abandoned fortresses and lakes. The best place in India to see these majestic predators.
Day 1-6
India’s Golden Triangle Tour
Day 7 - Jaipur to Ranthambore
After breakfast depart Jaipur for Ranthambore (180kms/4-5 hrs). Rest of the day at leisure.
Hotel: Ranthambore Regency (B)
Day 8 - Ranthambore
Morning and afternoon safari drives to spot wild tigers in the Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary.
Hotel: Ranthambore Regency (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Ranthambore to Delhi
– Early morning departure transfer from the hotel to the station for the Kota Janshatabdi
Express train back to Delhi (dep. 0720 / arr. 1225).
Hotel: Heritage Village (B)
Day 10 - Delhi
Depart Delhi for your onward flight (B)
India's Golden Triangle With Udaipur
9 days from £1,359
Extend the India’s Golden Triangle tour and include India’s most romantic city.
Hills and intricate buildings surround a calm lake containing the mystical Lake Palace.
In Udaipur the past lives and breathes with the present.
Day 1-6
India’s Golden Triangle Tour
Day 7 - Jaipur to Udaipur
Departure transfer from the hotel to the airport to board your flight for Udaipur.
Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel before an afternoon city tour. Visit the City Palace,
built in 1725, which houses the Dilkhush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal - studded with glittering
Belgian mirrors, Moti Mahal and the Palace of Lord Krishna all of which are ornately
decorated. Later visit the Jagdish Temple built in 1651 and dedicated to Lord Vishnu,
the preserver in the Hindu Trinity of Gods. Also visit the Sahelion Ki Barigardens and
fountains before a drive around the Fatehsagar Lake.
Hotel: Hilltop Hotel (B)
Day 8 - Udaipur to Delhi
Departure transfer from the hotel to the airport to board your flight for Delhi.
Hotel: Heritage Village (B)
Day 9 - Delhi
Depart Delhi for your onward flight (B)
