Golden Triangle With Rajasthan

The India Golden Triangle is a popular tourist route that covers three cities: Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. These cities are rich in history, culture, and architecture, and offer a glimpse of the diversity and beauty of India. Here are some short tour details about the Tour combined with major parts of Rajasthan.

Delhi: The capital of India and a city of contrasts, where ancient monuments and modern skyscrapers coexist. You can explore the Old Delhi area, where you can visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India1, see the impressive Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site1. The New Delhi area, where you can see the India Gate, a war memorial, the Rashtrapati Bhavan, and the Qutub Minar, another UNESCO World Heritage Site and the tallest brick minaret in the world.

Agra: The city of love and home to the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a symbol of eternal romance. You can admire the stunning white marble mausoleum, built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. You can also visit the Agra Fort, another UNESCO World Heritage Site and a massive red sandstone fortress that was the seat of power of the Mughal Empire. You can also explore the Fatehpur Sikri, a ghost town that was once the capital of Emperor Akbar.

Jaipur: The capital of Rajasthan and the “Pink City”, named after the color of its buildings. You can visit the Amber Fort, a majestic hilltop palace that showcases the fusion of Hindu and Muslim architecture3. You can also see the City Palace, a complex of courtyards, gardens, and buildings that reflects the royal heritage of Jaipur3. You can also marvel at the Hawa Mahal, or the Palace of Winds, a five-story structure with 953 windows that was built for the royal ladies to observe the street life without being seen.

Jodhpur: Jodhpur, the second largest city in Rajasthan is popularly known as the Blue City. The name is clearly befitting as most of the architecture - forts, palaces, temples, havelis and even houses are built in vivid shades of blue. The strapping forts that tower this magnificent city sum up to a spectacle you would not want to miss.

Udaipur: Often referred to as the 'Venice of the East', the city of lakes Udaipur is located around azure water lakes and is hemmed in by lush green hills of Aravallis. The famous Lake Palace, located in the middle of Lake Pichola is one of the most beautiful sights of Udaipur. It is also home to Jaisamand Lake, claimed to be the second largest man-made sweet water lake in Asia.

Pushkar : The picturesque Pushkar is set in a valley just about 14 km off Ajmer. Surrounded by hills on three sides and sand dunes on the other, Pushkar forms a fascinating location and a befitting backdrop for the annual religious and cattle fair

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive at Delhi

Arrive at New Delhi Airport. Our Representative will meet you at the exit of terminal building after which you would be transferred to your hotel. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Delhi.

Day 2 Delhi

After breakfast, enjoy a comprehensive tour of Delhi. Begin by visiting Jama Masjid. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Chandni Chowk. Visit the iconic Red Fort, and drive past the impressive government buildings in Edwin Lutyen's Delhi, including the President’s House. Pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, his memorial site. Explore Humayun's Tomb, an exquisite garden tomb constructed with red sandstone. Conclude the day with a visit to Qutab Minar.

Overnight in Delhi.

Day 3 Delhi – Agra

After breakfast, drive to Agra. Check in at your hotel and proceed for a half-day city tour. Begin by exploring the majestic Red Fort. Next, visit the iconic Taj Mahal. After a day of exploration, relax and unwind at your hotel in Agra. Overnight in Agra.

Day 4 Agra – Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri

After breakfast, drive to Jaipur with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Also visit Abhaneri enroute which is famous for Chand Baori step well and Harshat Mata Temple. Continue the drive to Jaipur. Check-In to your hotel. Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 5 Jaipur Sightseeing

Embark on a full-day sightseeing trip of Jaipur. Visit the majestic Amber Fort, where you can ride up to the fort on an elephant. Capture the beauty of Hawa Mahal, the City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory. Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 6 Jaipur – PUSHKAR

After breakfast, proceed to Pushkar. Upon arrival check-in to your hotel. Later enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Pushkar. The picturesque Pushkar is set in a valley just about 14 km off Ajmer. Surrounded by hills on three sides and sand dunes on the other, Pushkar forms a fascinating location and a befitting backdrop for the annual religious and cattle fair. It is said that in battle lord Brahma killed the demon Vajra Nabh with a lotus flower, whose petals floated down to earth and landed in three places in and around Pushkar where lakes sprang up. The charming Pushkar lake amidst the hills has fifty-two bathing ghats, built around lake. The water around each ghat is supposed to have special powers. Pushkar is a city of temples of all sizes. Visit the famous Brahma Temple, said to be the only temple dedicated to Brahma in India. In the evening return back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Pushkar.

DAY 7 PUSHKAR - JODHPUR

After breakfast, proceed to Jodhpur. Arrive Jodhpur and check-in to your hotel. Proceed for half-day sightseeing trip of Jodhpur, which is the second largest city in Rajasthan and also called the ‘Sun City’. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort. This spectacular fort made from red sandstone stands on a perpendicular cliff above the skyline of Jodhpur. The foundations of this fort were laid in 1459; today it houses a museum with a fine collection of arms, costumes, paintings and even a collection of palanquins. Also visit Jaswant Thada, a marble cenotaph built to commemorate Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. The monument, in its entirety, is built out of intricately carved sheets of marble. These stones are extremely thin and polished so that they emit a warm glow when the sun's rays dance across their surface. Later, drive past the Mandore garden, which showcases cenotaphs of Jodhpur's former rulers; instead of the usual umbrella-shaped cenotaphs these are built along the lines of a Hindu temple. Overnight in Jodhpur..

DAY 8 JODHPUR - UdaipuR

After breakfast, proceed to Udaipur. Enroute, visit the Ranakpur Temples, acclaimed worldwide for their intricate and superb architectural style. Arrive in Udaipur and check in to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Udaipur.

DAY 09 UDAIPUR - SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast, proceed for full-day tour of Udaipur. Visit the City Palace, a picturesque garden, Sahelion ki Bari and Jagdish Temple. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Udaipur.

DAY 10 UDAIPUR - NEW DELHI

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Udaipur airport for your flight to New Delhi , Arrive at New Delhi Airport & you would be transferred to your hotel. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Delhi.

DAY 11 NEW DELHI – BACK HOME

After breakfast, you will be transferred to New Delhi International airport for your flight back home

HOTELS OFFERED :

City	Nights	Hotels
Delhi	02	The Park or Similar
Agra	01	Grand Mercure or Simiilar
Jaipur	02	Radisson CC or Similar
Pushkar	01	Ananta Spa & Resorts, Pushkaror Similar
Jodhpur	01	Indana Palace or Similar
Udaipur	02	Radisson Blu Udaipur Palace Resort & Spa or Similar
New Delhi	01	Vivanta New Delhior Siimilar

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:

Return Economy Class Air tickets
Assistance at airport and sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned in the above hotels or equivalent
Visit in Delhi – Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Humayun Tomb
Drive past in Delhi - Red Fort, Rajghat, President House & India Gate
Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk
Visit in Agra – Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fateh-pur Sikri
Visit in Jaipur – Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory, Hawa Mahal & Albert Museum
Elephant ride at Amber Fort
In Pushkar, Visit Pushkar Lake & Brahma Temple
In Jodhpur, visit Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada
Ranakpur Temple visit - approx.1400 exquisitely carved pillars Jain temple
In Udaipur, visit Lake Pichola, City Palace and Jagat Temple.
Boat Ride in Lake Pichola
Services of English-speaking guide during sightseeing tours
Sightseeing as per itinerary by private tourist vehicle.
Driver allowances, toll taxes, and Govt. Service Tax.

PACAKAGE EXCLUSIONS:

Optional activities are subject to availability. Charges additional.
No vehicle at disposal for shopping
Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides / drivers etc.
Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monuments
Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions