India’s Golden Triangle
From the Taj Mahal to the pink city of Jaipur
Embark on the ultimate introduction to India on this 6-night adventure across three cities: Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Forming a triangle, these three cities are filled with iconic landmarks from the glistening Taj Mahal to the UNESCO-certified Amber Fort in Jaipur. Enjoy transfers, sightseeing tours, comfortable accommodations, and even a rickshaw ride or two!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Delhi (DEL)
- All airport and inter-city transfers
- 2 nights in Delhi at the Justa Hotel, or similar
- Sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi with rickshaw ride
- 2 nights in Agra at The Retreat Hotel, or similar
- Visit to Mother Teresa's Charity Home
- Visit to Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula*
- Visit to Fatehpur Sikri (en-route from Agra to Jaipur)
- 2 nights in Jaipur at the Ibis Hotel, or similar
- Jaipur rickshaw ride
- Visit to Amber Fort with Jeep ride
- Visit to City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal
- Breakfast daily
*Please note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, so your Day 4 visit will be rescheduled to another day in the itinerary if necessary.
Great Ways to Explore
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See the contrasts between Old and New Delhi as you travel by rickshaw, also known as a 'tuk-tuk.'
- Visit the extrordinary monument of love, the Taj Mahal, completed in 1643 as a tribute to Shah Jahan's favorite wife.
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En route to Jaipur, visit the fascinating ghost city Fatehpur Sikri, built in the 16th century and virtually untouched.
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Visit the gardens at Amer Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Birla Mandir temple, which is especially enchanting at night.
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Leave your guidebooks at home; with guided tours in each city, we do all the work for you.
From the world's most breathtaking architecture to thousand-year-old traditions, India is a land of incredible diversity. Embark on one of the most popular tours of India as you travel to Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, seeing the best historical and cultural sites in each city.
Arrive in the capital of Delhi and immerse yourself in Indian culture as you travel from Old to New Delhi by rickshaw. Delhi has been the seat of power of a number of dynasties – the Rajputs, the Afghans, the Turks and the Mughals, and they left a legacy of astonishing edifices that can still be seen across the city.
From the capital, travel to Agra, known as the home to one of the world's most-recognized images, the Taj Mahal. Enjoy a visit to the ethereal monument dedicated to love, then see Agra's other can't-miss sites like salmon-hued Agra Fort and the Tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula.
End your India tour in Jaipur, affectionately known as the “Pink City" for its abundance of pink plastered stone. Visit the gardens at Amer Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Hawa Mahal, an intricate latticework palace that will transport you back in time.
ALL FOREIGN TRAVELERS TO INDIA REQUIRE AN ENTRY VISA PRIOR TO ARRIVAL IN INDIA. Government of India has launched VISA on arrival enabled with an ETA scheme for more than 100 countries. Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Djibouti, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Finland, Germany, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kingdom of Tongo, Laos, Luxembourg, Mauritius, Mexico, Myanmar, New Zealand, Niue, Norway, Oman, Palestine, Papua & New Guinea, Philippines, Republic of Kiribati, Republic of Korea (i.e. South Korea), Republic of Marshall Islands, Republic of Nauru, Republic of Palau, Russia, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Thailand, Tuvalu, UAE, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam and Vanuatu.Any traveler with a passport from one of the above countries can apply for their VISA online. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html
TRAVELERS FROM COUNTRIES NOT LISTED ABOVE SHOULD CONTACT THEIR TRAVEL AGENT OR LOCAL VISA PROCESSING COMPANY FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON REQUIREMENTS AND PROCESSING TIMES.
Helpful links for travel to India:
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Delhi (DEL)
- All airport and inter-city transfers
- 2 nights in Delhi at the Justa Hotel, or similar
- Sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi with rickshaw ride
- 2 nights in Agra at The Retreat Hotel, or similar
- Visit to Mother Teresa's Charity Home
- Visit to Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula*
- Visit to Fatehpur Sikri (en-route from Agra to Jaipur)
- 2 nights in Jaipur at the Ibis Hotel, or similar
- Jaipur rickshaw ride
- Visit to Amber Fort with Jeep ride
- Visit to City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal
- Breakfast daily
*Please note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, so your Day 4 visit will be rescheduled to another day in the itinerary if necessary.
-
See the contrasts between Old and New Delhi as you travel by rickshaw, also known as a 'tuk-tuk.'
- Visit the extrordinary monument of love, the Taj Mahal, completed in 1643 as a tribute to Shah Jahan's favorite wife.
-
En route to Jaipur, visit the fascinating ghost city Fatehpur Sikri, built in the 16th century and virtually untouched.
-
Visit the gardens at Amer Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Birla Mandir temple, which is especially enchanting at night.
-
Leave your guidebooks at home; with guided tours in each city, we do all the work for you.
From the world's most breathtaking architecture to thousand-year-old traditions, India is a land of incredible diversity. Embark on one of the most popular tours of India as you travel to Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, seeing the best historical and cultural sites in each city.
Arrive in the capital of Delhi and immerse yourself in Indian culture as you travel from Old to New Delhi by rickshaw. Delhi has been the seat of power of a number of dynasties – the Rajputs, the Afghans, the Turks and the Mughals, and they left a legacy of astonishing edifices that can still be seen across the city.
From the capital, travel to Agra, known as the home to one of the world's most-recognized images, the Taj Mahal. Enjoy a visit to the ethereal monument dedicated to love, then see Agra's other can't-miss sites like salmon-hued Agra Fort and the Tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula.
End your India tour in Jaipur, affectionately known as the “Pink City" for its abundance of pink plastered stone. Visit the gardens at Amer Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Hawa Mahal, an intricate latticework palace that will transport you back in time.
ALL FOREIGN TRAVELERS TO INDIA REQUIRE AN ENTRY VISA PRIOR TO ARRIVAL IN INDIA. Government of India has launched VISA on arrival enabled with an ETA scheme for more than 100 countries. Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Djibouti, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Finland, Germany, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kingdom of Tongo, Laos, Luxembourg, Mauritius, Mexico, Myanmar, New Zealand, Niue, Norway, Oman, Palestine, Papua & New Guinea, Philippines, Republic of Kiribati, Republic of Korea (i.e. South Korea), Republic of Marshall Islands, Republic of Nauru, Republic of Palau, Russia, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Thailand, Tuvalu, UAE, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam and Vanuatu.Any traveler with a passport from one of the above countries can apply for their VISA online. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html
TRAVELERS FROM COUNTRIES NOT LISTED ABOVE SHOULD CONTACT THEIR TRAVEL AGENT OR LOCAL VISA PROCESSING COMPANY FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON REQUIREMENTS AND PROCESSING TIMES.
Helpful links for travel to India:
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Delhi!
Arrive in Delhi, the capital of India! You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, acclimating to this bustling city.
Transfer to Delhi hotel
Check-in - jüSTa Greater Kailash
Explore Old and New Delhi from this contemporary, upscale hotel. From Justa Greater Kailash, you're close to shopping and dining in the M Block Market, Lotus Temple and the India Gate war memorial.
Each of the 24 modern rooms with designer touches feature wood floors, Wi-Fi access and flat-screen TVs, as well as mini fridges, tea and coffee making facilities, and complimentary bottled water. Start your day with a complimentary breakfast buffet in a refined restaurant setting.
Day 2. Delhi
Today, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi by India's favorite form of transportation, the rickshaw! Pass ancient forts, fragrant spice markets, and elaborate tombs. Once your tour ends, escape to the lush green landscape at Lodi Gardens.
Sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi with rickshaw ride
Zip through the old city by rickshaw and begin your tour at the Red Fort, a 300-year-old walled city built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648 as his capital. The magnificent fort built of red sandstone dates from the very peak of the Mughal power and served as the royal residence until 1857. Opposite the fort is the black and white dome and minarets of the Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque. Drive past the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla fort with the Ashokan Pillar dating back to 3rd BC, and end your old city tour with a visit to Raj Ghat where Mahatma Gandhi was laid to rest in 1948.
In New Delhi, visit the capital designed by Sir Edward Lutyens and drive past the Presidential Palace, the Rashtrapati Bhawan and the secretariat buildings - the center of all government activity. Here you'll see Qutab Minar, representing the first Islamic monument that marked a shift of power in the country. While exclusively Islamic in conception, its execution was the work of Hindus, and its unique designs accompany arabesque verses of the Quran, in a synthesis of two distinct styles meeting for the first time.
Day 3. Delhi - Agra
Today you will be transferred from Dehli to Agra, a city situated on the west bank of the River Yamuna and part of the great Northern Indian plains. The architectural splendor of the city is reflected in the glorious monuments of medieval India built by great Mughals who ruled India for more than 300 years.
Later, pay a visit to Mother Teresa's Charity Home to see the great work that's being done to help the orphaned and elderly.
Transfer to Agra
Check-in - Hotel The Retreat
Enjoy the Taj Mahal at your doorstep when you stay at The Retreat, a newly refurbished contemporary hotel in Agra. Offering more than 50 rooms, a restaurant, and bar, The Retreat makes for an ideal base to explore all of Agra's wonders, from the Taj to Agra Fort. Each of the tasteful 33 deluxe and 20 premium rooms are equipped with direct dial phones, high speed Wi-Fi, LCD television, tea/coffee makers, and mini fridges. The large restaurant and meeting space are comfortable places to rest your tired feet after a long day of sightseeing.
Visit to Mother Teresa's Charity Home
Day 4. Agra
Today you will visit India's single greatest attraction, the Taj Mahal. After you soak in all of its glory, visit the Agra Fort and the Tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula.
At night, enjoy a meal of spicy chicken Vindaloo with light and airy naan - Indian cuisine is famously fiery and flavorful.
A Tip For Your Trip: The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.
Visit to Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula
Bask in the incredible lacy white grandeur of the Taj Mahal, perhaps one of the most astounding architectural wonders of the world. Mughal emperor Shah Jahan constructed this extravagant and incomparable mausoleum in honor of his late wife and to this day it stands as a monument to love.
From the Taj, head to the Agra Fort situated on the banks of the river Yamuna. Constructed by Emperor Akbar in 1565, the palaces, mosques and audience halls contained within its massive red sandstone walls are prime examples of blending Islamic and Hindu traditions. Agra Fort served as the primary home of the Mughal dynasty until 1638, when the capital was moved to Delhi.
End your visit at the Tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula, nicknamed the "Baby Taj" for its exquisite white marble exterior inlaid with semi-precious stones. Built between 1622 and 1628, the mausoleum was erected by Emperor Jahangir’s queen Nurjahan in memory of her father Mirza Ghias Beg, a Persian nobleman.
Day 5. Agra - Jaipur
Depart Agra for Jaipur, stopping on the way to Fatehpur Sikiri, an ancient fortified city practically frozen in time. In the late afternoon, enjoy a rickshaw ride through traditional local markets in Jaipur.
Transfer to Jaipur
Check-in - Hotel ibis Jaipur
Enjoy the modern comfort of Hotel ibis in the heart of Jaipur, just a few miles from the famous Hawa Mahal. Relax in your plush room equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, cable television, and complimentary mineral water. After a day of touring the city, return to the hotel and take a dip in the rooftop pool or sip a cocktail in the modern, stylish bar. Feel energized every morning with an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet!
Visit to Fatehpur Sikri
A magnificent ancient fortified city outside Agra, Fatehpur Sikri remains one of the finest relics of the Mughal Empire. Built in the 16th century, this historic site was erected during the reign of Emperor Akbar and was intended to be the joint capital with Agra, but was soon deserted because the water system could not support any of its residents. The city has remained virtually untouched for over 400 years and serves as a reminder of the extravagance of the Mughals. Explore the mosque, still in use, and the three palaces, one for each of Akbar's favorite wives.
Jaipur rickshaw ride
See the old city of Jaipur on a traditional rickshaw! Sitting two people, the rickshaw is a tri-cycle pulled by a gentleman and is used all over India in congested areas. From your seat you will tour the traditional bazaars of Jaipur where people shop for their day-to-day needs like vegetables, clothes, and provisions. If time permits, visit a souvenir shop at the end of your tour.
Day 6. Jaipur
Today you will tour four of Jaipur's most iconic landmarks: Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal.
Visit to Amber Fort with Jeep ride
Amber Fort (also known as Amer Fort) is a magnificent fort built of sandstone and white marble located high on a hill outside of Jaipur. The former seat of the Rajput rulers is an elaborate palace complex divided into four sections each with its own courtyard.
Ascend the fortress on a Jeep, wander around the beautiful palaces, and visit the Shila Devi Temple, which continues to be the private temple of the Royal family with its exquisite marble carvings and silver door.
Visit to City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal
Begin your tour of Jaipur's greatest hits at City Palace, a delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture housing the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple, and the City Palace Museum.
Then visit Jantar Mantar, the largest and best preserved of the five Indian observatories built by Jai Singh II. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use and features the world's largest stone sundial.
End at Hawa Mahal, Jaipur's most distinctive landmark also known as the "Palace of Winds." The ornamental five-story palace is built of pink sandstone and encrusted with fine trellis work and elaborate balconies. It was built in 1799 by Pratap Singh as a palace for the royal women to watch the processions and daily life of the city.
Day 7. Depart India
Enjoy your last morning at leisure in Jaipur as you sip a cup of spicy and sweet chai, then you'll be transferred back to Delhi for your flight home. Bid colorful India goodbye as you take one last look at this wondrous country.
A Tip For Your Trip: Expect to arrive at the airport in Delhi around 3:00pm today. Most international flights depart in the evening, but please be mindful of this when choosing your flight schedule!
Transfer to Dehli airport (DEL)
Fly home!
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