India's Golden Triangle

India's Golden Triangle

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$1931

India's Golden Triangle

11 Days Starting and ending in Delhi

Visiting: Delhi, Old Delhi, Amber Palace, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Gujari Mahal, Gwalior Fort, Taj Mahal, Hanuman Temple, Agra, India

Tour operator:

Travel Department

Tour code:

906

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium, 4-Busy

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2571 $1931 including Flights from the UK Operator discount: -$640 -25%

NB: Prices correct on 26-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Your Guided Group Holiday To India Travel with us to the cities of India’s Golden Triangle – Delhi, Agra and Jaipur – and explore some of the country’s most famed landmarks and architectural marvels. On this 11-night holiday, we will visit ancient palaces and monuments, proud fortresses, mosques and bustling cities. Take a rickshaw ride in Old Delhi’s bustling streets, and awaken your senses on a kaleidoscope of colour and sound in its buzzing markets. On an excursion to Agra, we will gaze in wonder at the most famous monument to love, the Taj Mahal. We’ll also visit the Amber Fort in the Pink City of Jaipur and, of course, have plenty of leisure time to discover the highlights of India at your own pace. Combining beautiful architecture, delicious food, friendly people and captivating culture, India’s Golden Triangle really does have it all. Please Note: *In order to preserve the beauty and integrity of the iconic monument, the Taj Mahal, cleaning and restoration work is ongoing at this site. Some phases of the restoration involve scaffolding and mud treatment, thus a clear view of the entire monument may not be possible. For customers departing on 31st October 2021, the Diwali Festival of Light will take place on November 4th of November 2021 in Jaipur. This ancient Hindu festival is celebrated in autumn every year and spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness. This departure includes special activities, which will take place at your hotel to celebrate, including fireworks, flower decorations and cultural folk dances. Visas are required for travel on this tour. Please visit our visa information page for more information.

Highlights

  • Enjoy the highlights of India on this 11-night guided group holiday of Delhi, Agra & Jaipur.

  • Explore Old & New Delhi with 2 half-day city tours & a traditional rickshaw ride through Old Delhi.

  • Discover the incredible Pink City of Jaipur including a visit to the imposing Amber Fort.

  • Savour the flavours of India with a cooking and bread-making demonstration of authentic Indian cuisine.

  • Watch the sunset over the Taj Mahal on a visit to the most famous monument to romance in the world.

  • Relax with leisure time to sightsee at your own pace, with helpful tips from your expert guide.

  • Includes 9 nights on a half board basis.

Places You'll See

Taj Mahal, Agra

Taj Mahal, India

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Depart For Delhi

Location: Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Depart for India on this trip of a lifetime.

Day 2 : Delhi & New Delhi

Location: Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Half Day Tour of New Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our local representative in the airport before being transferred to your hotel. Begin your first day in India with a half day tour of New Delhi. See the Qutb Minar, the world's tallest brick minaret, before visiting the fascinating Humayun's Tomb, a beautiful 16th century building and the tomb of the Emperor Humayun.
Free Time at Leisure
Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore further or relax in your hotel. Evening meals are included every night during your stay. Eight nights in your hotel and one night cooking demonstration in Jaipur with dinner included.

Day 3 : Old Delhi

Location: Old Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Guided Tour of Old Delhi

After breakfast you will see all the sights and sounds of bustling Old Delhi, beginning with a cycle rickshaw ride through the city. After your ride, you will visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of Mahatma Gandhi, where you can see an eternal flame burning at the spot of his cremation. Next you will visit the Jama Masjid mosque and view the beautiful 17th century place of worship, which is home to an ancient Qur’an written on deerskin. There will be time to pick up some souvenirs and local bargains at the bustling and colourful market of Chandni Chowk before transferring to the desert city of Jaipur. The transfer to Jaipur will take around six and a half hours (270km) with a few comfort stops along the way.

Transfer to Jaipur
In the evening you will transfer by coach to the Pink City of Jaipur.

Day 4 : Amber Fort & Village

Location: Amber Palace

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit Amber Fort & Village
Today’s full-day guided tour of the ‘Pink City’ takes in the spectacular Amber Fort perched on a hill overlooking the Maota Lake. The terraces and ramparts of the Fort are reflected beautifully in the lake below, displaying a marvellous example of Rajput architecture. Enjoy lunch and meet local people as you take a walking tour of the village.

Day 5 : Jaipur

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tour of Jaipur
Enjoy a morning visit to the City Palace Museum to see the beautiful former seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur. See the awe-inspiring Jantar Mantar sundial, and finally Hawa Mahal, also known as the ‘Palace of Winds.’ In the afternoon there will be some time at leisure.
Experience Indian Cuisine
In the evening, you will be taken to a local family for a cookery demonstration. Here you will learn the art of making local Indian dishes, bread making and afterwards enjoy a dinner with your group.

Day 6 : Dolphur & Fatehpur Sikri

Location: Fatehpur Sikri

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Discover Dolphur & Fatehpur Sikri

Today you will travel to Dolphur including a visit to the deserted red sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri en-route, the journey will take approximately seven hours (270km). The deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, in honour of the great Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti who blessed Akbar and prophesied the birth of three sons.
Free Time at Leisure
Travel on to your hotel in Dholpur, where you will spend the next two nights, your evening is at leisure.

Day 7 : Gwalior Fort & Gujari Mahal Museum

Location: Gujari Mahal, Gwalior Fort

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Excursion to Gwalior Fort & Gujari Mahal Museum
After breakfast you will enjoy a half-day guided excursion to Gwalior Fort, a place that was once regarded as north and central India's most impregnable fortress. Afterwards you will move on to Gujari Mahal Museum. Once a palace for a fussy princess, the Gujari Mahal Museum was built by Raja Man Singh for his wife Mrignayani after she demanded a separate palace for herself!
Free Time at Leisure
Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to shop or sightsee.

Day 8 : Muchkund Temple & Taj Mahal

Location: Taj Mahal, Hanuman Temple

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Trip to Muchkund Temple
This morning you will visit the Gharial Conservation Alliance, a hatchery for reptiles like gharials, crocodiles and turtles before taking a trip to the Muchkund Temple, a pilgrim stronghold for Hindus.
See The Taj Mahal
In the evening you will travel to the city of Agra for your evening visit to the Taj Mahal where you will enjoy sunset at one of the world's biggest monuments to love. The evening is the best time to photograph this spectacular building when the lighting is at its most dramatic. This famous mausoleum, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife is a highlight for many visitors to India and it is easy to see why.

Day 9 : Guided Tour Of Agra

Location: Agra

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning enjoy a guided tour of the Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest Mughal forts in India. Built in the 11th century, era marked by invasions and battles, this red stone-fortified castle was the site of the India Rebellion of 1857.

Day 10 : Transfer To Delhi

Location: Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 5* Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

You will have a guided coach transfer to your hotel in Delhi for your final night in India.

Free Time at Leisure
Enjoy your last evening at leisure in your hotel.

Day 11 : Depart India

Location: India

Meals Included: Breakfast

It’s time to say goodbye to India. You will transfer by coach with guide assistance for your flight home.

What's Included

  • Meals

    BB

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Accommodation

    4* & 5* Hotel.

  • Accommodation

  • Fully Guided

What's Not Included

Tipping and Gratuities

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Busy itinerary with long active days, likely to have early mornings, long coach journeys, multiple flights and non-traditional means of travel. You should have good health, fitness and mobility and be able to walk at least 3km at a time.

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    You will be met on arrival at your destination airport and transferred to your accommodation. You will be accompanied on all included excursions by your Travel Department guide. Your expert local guide is also available to give you tips and advice on any aspect of your holiday.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Will there be a guide to meet us when we arrive at our destination?

    You will be met on arrival at your destination airport and transferred to your accommodation. You will be accompanied on all included excursions by your Travel Department guide.

  • I have reduced mobility; can I still travel?

    We have holidays suitable for varying levels of mobility. We want to ensure that you make the correct choice when booking a holiday with us. If you have any concerns about the suitability of a tour, please contact us and discuss this with one of our experienced sales staff.

  • What is the activity level for my holiday?

    In order to ensure you chose the right holiday for you, we rate all our holidays with an activity level. This will help you to determine how suitable a particular holiday is for your needs.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents (tickets and Itinerary) will be provided to you approximately 10 days prior to your departure.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    Yes, all passengers must have travel insurance for Travel Department holidays. We would suggest you pay special attention to any exclusion clauses and excess on your insurance policy to ensure you are happy with your cover. It is your responsibility to ensure you have adequate insurance for the holiday you are booking.

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