This Triangle of
three cities perfectly captures the pageantry of India. A gorgeous panorama of
majestic architectural creations and a rich tradition of art and culture. The
marble symphony of Shahjahan's Taj Mahal , the imperial elegance of Lutyens'
New Delhi, the splendour of the Royal city of Jaipur with landmarks like Hawa
Mahal know for its excellence in architectural designs.
Complete
Itinerary for Golden Triangle Tour -
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrival New
Delhi by air. Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to hotel. Afternoon in
New Delhi for sightseeing. Overnight.
Delhi, the
capital of India has a fascinating history and a stimulating present. Believed
to be the legendary Indraprastha described in the epic The Mahabharata"
Delhi has been the seat of power for a number of dynasties -the Rajputs, The Muslim
invaders from the North, the Afghan dynasties followed by Tughlaqs, Sayyads,
the Lodis and the Mughals, who continued the imperial line, untill British days
Day 02: DELHI - AGRA (203 KMS / 4.5 HOURS)
After early
breakfast full day sightseeing of Delhi including Red fort, Qutab Minar,
Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, Raj Ghat and Lotus Temple. Later drive to Agra.
Upon arrival, Check in hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Agra attained
its magnificence under the Emperor Akbar the Great. Once the capital of Mughal
India in the 16th and 17th century, it depicts a gorgeous panorama of majestic
architectural creations and rich tradition of art and culture.
Day 03: AGRA - JAIPUR (260 KM/ 05 HOURS)
Morning visit
the world famous Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. After lunch drive on to Jaipur
visiting Fatehpur Sikri enroute. On arrival at Jaipur transfer to a hotel for
overnight.
Agra houses one
of Seven Wonders of the World, the marble symphony of Emperor Shah Jahan -
"The Taj Mahal". Discover the dazzling creations of their craftsmen
in other architectural marvels in Agra, the quintessential Mughal CIty. The Taj
Mahal is a tear on the face of eternity - as described by the famous Nobel
Laureate Rabindranath Tagore and symbolizes eternal love frozen in white
marble. Emperor Shah Jahan constructed this famous Mughal Monument (closed on
Fridays) in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
FATEHPUR SIKRI was Akbar's
capital for approximately 12 years. Akbar selected Sikri as the seat of his
government believing it to be auspicious for himself. He experimented both with
architecture and art and built a city expressing his ideals and vision. Today,
Fatehpur Sikri is a deserted, phantom city. But the inner citadel is
immaculately preserved. The finest monuments within this area are the
Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, Panch Mahal, Buland Darwaza and the tomb of Saint
Sheikh Salim Chishti, and the Jama Masjid (one of the largest mosques In
India).
Day 04: JAIPUR
Morning after
breakfast visit Amer Fort. An elephant ride will show you this historic fort
thoroughly. The sightseeing tour of the city, also includes a visit to the City
Palace which covers a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens
and buildings. A part of this Palace is a now a museum, containing three wings
of Armoury, Textiles and Artefacts. City Palace is delightful blend of Mughal
and traditional Rajasthani architecture. A part of the palace is still the
house of the former Maharaja of Jaipur. Also visit to the famous Jantar Mantar
Observatory built by Raja Jai Singh in 1728. It is an excellent example of the
marvelous precision wherein each construction has a specific purpose to measure
the position of stars, altitudes and azimuths or calculating eclipses. The most
striking instrument is the Sun Dial which is 90 feet high.
The rose pink
capital of Rajasthan is surrounded on all sides by rugged hills, crowned with
forts and enclosed by embattled walls. Houses with latticed windows line the
streets, their rose-pink colour lending enchantment to the scene which is
almost magical at sunset. Jaipur is aptly called the "Pink city of
India" and is noted for its craftsmen skilled in the art of cutting
precious stones and famed for its garnets and rubies.
Day 05: JAIPUR - DELHI (265 KM/ 5 HOURS)
Am half day
sightseeing of Jaipur and visit Amber fort with Elephant ride- the ancient
Capital of the State. Pm half day Sightseeing of City Palace, Hawa Mahal &
Observatory. O/n at hotel.
Day 06: Jaipur - Delhi By Surface 265 / 5 hours
Morning in
Jaipur. Later drive to DELHI. Upon arrival directly transfer to international
Airport to connect with return flight.
Indeed, Golden Triangle Tour is one of the
best India tours especially designed for those tourists who are willing to
explore India through history and past and art & architecture.
