New Delhi Trip Overview
The Golden Triangle tour covering the iconic cities of Delhi/ Agra/ Jaipur is the perfect introduction to India especially for first time travellers. There can be no better and more enriching cultural experience in such a short time.
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Duration: 3 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India
The Golden Triangle tour covering the iconic cities of Delhi/ Agra/ Jaipur is the perfect introduction to India especially for first time travellers. There can be no better and more enriching cultural experience in such a short time.
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi to Agra
Stop At: Humayun’s Tomb, Mathura Road Opp Nizamuddin Mosque, New Delhi 110013 India
The splendid mausoleum built in the memory of Emperor Humayun, the second Mughal ruler to ascend the throne, stands as a magnificent testament to the style of Mughal royal mausoleums This is a UNESCO World heritage site.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
Qutab Minar is a soaring, 73 m-high tower of victory in the Qutb complex a UNESCO World heritage site
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Lotus Temple Rd, Bahapur, Shambhu Dayal Bagh, Kalkaji Near Kalkaji Temple, East of Nehru Place, New Delhi 110019 India
Lotus Temple or the Bahai temple is a house of worship and has a flowerlike shape and is one of the prominent landmarks of the city
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
This imposing 42m-high stone memorial arch was built in 1921. It pays tribute to Indian army soldiers who died in World War I, the Northwest Frontier operations and the 1919 Anglo-Afghan War.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
After Delhi sightseeing, you drive to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4 star hotel with modern amenities.
Day 2: Agra to Jaipur
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Today morning at sunrise you visit the majestic Taj Mahal – A UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was built by Shah Jahan as a memorial for his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died giving birth to their 14th child in 1631. After this you return to the hotel for breakfast and check out.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Agra Fort also known as Lal Qila is one of the best preserved forts in Agra is a highlight of the City of Agra built by the Muslim Sultanate.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
Later you drive approximately 4 hours to Jaipur which is also known as the Pink City.. Upon arrival check in to the hotel.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4 star hotel with modern amenities
Day 3: Jaipur to Delhi
Stop At: Amber Palace, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India
Today morning after breakfast you visit Amer Fort. Amer was the ancient capital of Kachawaha dynasty before Jai Singh founded Jaipur. There is an optional elephant ride to reach the ramparts of the fort which is not necessary at all. This is a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the most beautiful forts of India. Stroll through the temples, impressively laid out courtyards overlooking the lake and gardens. Visit the Sheesh Mahal ie Hall of Mirrors which was the Diwan e khaas and enjoy a photo session at own cost
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jaigarh Fort, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302028 India
Visit the close-by Jaigarh Fort which is located on a mountain and provides a great view of Jaipur city and the biggest attraction here is the Jaivana Cannon and offers a spectacular view of the city. It overlooks the Amer Fort and the Maota Lake and was built by Jai Singh II in 1726 to protect the Amer Fort and its palace complex and was named after him
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Hawa Mahal – Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur 302002 India
Hawa Mahal also known as Palace of Winds was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the life and processions of the city. It is an extraordinary pink-painted delicately honeycombed hive that rises a dizzying five storeys
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
The City Palace complex in Jaipur has several buildings , courtyards , galleries and offices of Museum Trust. The Palace is famous for the artillery collection of the Maharajas of Jaipur.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jantar Mantar – Jaipur, Tripoliya Bazaar near entrance to City Palace, Jaipur 302020 India
The Jantar Mantar Observatory is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its a collection of curving geometric buildings that are carefully calibrated to monitor the movement of the stars and planets.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Later drive back to Delhi which is approximately a 5 hour car journey.Upon arrival drop-off at your desired location.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
