3-Day Luxury Golden Triangle Tour to Taj Mahal Agra and Jaipur from Delhi

3-Day Luxury Golden Triangle Tour to Taj Mahal Agra and Jaipur from Delhi

Visit the historical sites of the Golden Triangle during this 3-day tour. See the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, and The India Gate in Delhi. In Agra, visit The Taj Mahal, and Agra Fort. In Jaipur, visit the Amber Fort, which used to be the capital of the Kachhwaha clan, and the Hawa Mahal. Accommodations, breakfasts, lunches, and all transportation is included.

Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi City Tour and 3-Hrs drive to Agra (No Meal)

Pass By: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
9am Pickup from from New Delhi airport, train station, hotel or other point in the city, proceed on a half-day tour of the Delhi city. Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty, who took possession of Delhi in 1206. The India Gate, a memorial raised in honor of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war and drive past the grand government buildings the President’s House and Parliament House all dating back to the time of British Raj.

Early evening, taking approximately 3 hours drive to Agra via the expressway.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 5* Hotels: The Hilton or similar

Overnight at a Luxurious Hotels: The Oberoi Amar Vilas or similar

Day 2: Agra City Tour and 4-Hrs drive to Jaipur (B)

Pass By: Tdi Mall, Taj Mahal Road, Agra 282001 India
Visit the world famous monument of love, the Taj Mahal at Sunrise, at 6am (closed Fridays).

After breakfast, visit Agra Fort and 4-Hrs drive to the old walled city of Jaipur, founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II, this pink city is meticulously constructed on the lines of the Shilpa Shastra, an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture. The palaces and forts of yesteryear, which were witnesses to the royal processions and splendors, are now living monuments.

Enroute, stop to visit Fatehpur Sikri, which has been described as “the world’s most perfectly preserved ghost town”. Built by Akbar in the late 16th century, it was abandoned after only 14 years and the elegant buildings of this superb walled city remain intact to this day.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 5* Hotels: The Hilton or similar

Overnight at a Luxurious Hotels: The Oberoi Raj Vilas or similar

Day 3: Jaipur City Tour and 4-Hrs drive to New Delhi (B)

Pass By: Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur 302002 India
After breakfast at 8am, check-out of your hotel and proceed to the imposing Amber Fort. This used to be the capital of the Kachhwaha clan until Jaipur was made the official capital in 1727. See Hawa Mahal, built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, which is the most stunning sight in the city of Jaipur.

After lunch, proceed to visit City Palace, the principle residence of the ruling family and is known for its stunning architecture. Part of it now converted into a magnificent museum. Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory raised in the 18th century.

If time permits, visit a cottage industry specializing in hand-woven carpets and textiles. Witness how silk carpets are handmade. Transfer to New Delhi in the evening. On arrival, you'll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.