Golden Triangle - Delhi, Agra and Jaipur

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Dehli

Arrive in Dehli at any time and transfer to hotel.

Day 2 Dehli and drive to Agra

After breakfast, depart on a city tour. Explore Old Dehli and visit the stunning and historical Jama Mosque, the ornamental Red Fort and the Raj Ghat, a moving memorial to Mahatma Ghandi. Also visit the new landmarks stopping at India Gate, the Government buildings, and Qutub Minar victory tower.

Day 3 Agra/Taj Mahal

You will be picked up and transfer to Agra, home of the Taj Mahal (app 5 hrs). The Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. You see it at its best at sunrise - when the light playing on the marble of the tomb and the reflections in the stillness of the waters present this incredible building in all its beauty, majesty and grandeur. The Taj Mahal is a monument to love built by the Emperor Shah Jehan as a tomb for his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. For 22 years 20,000 men laboured day and night to build this masterpiece which the world has held in awe ever since. You will also visit Agra Fort.

Days 4-5 Fatephur Sikri/Jaipur

The drive from Agra to Jaipur takes about 5 hours so with your sightseeing en route, takes most of the day. Upon arrival in Jaipur you check in to your hotel. The magnificent deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 but had to be abandoned after 15 years owing to scarcity of water. Some of the many attractions at Fatehpur Sikri are Jama Masjid, a beautiful building featuring elements of both Persian and Hindu design. The main entrance is through the 54m high Buland Darwaza, the Gate of Victory, constructed to commemorate Akbar's victory in Gujarat. The whole complex is a brilliant example of Mughal architecture. The Amber Fort, a superb example of Rajput architecture, is stunningly situated on a hilltop overlooking Maota Lake. One of the most spectacular buildings contained in the fort is the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors). With its walls completely covered with tiny mirrors, it becomes a dazzling fantasy with the light of a single match. The pink city of Jaipur is blessed with a wealth of wonders. Here you see the pink, delicately honeycombed sandstone windows of the Palace of the Winds, the Observatory and the Maharaja's City Palace. The bustling bazaars of the old city are a great place to shop and explore - remember to bargain hard! In the evening, you have the option of visiting the opulent Raj Mandir Cinema and catch a Hindi movie. Your driver will provide transport to and from the cinema and you pay your own entrance fee.

Day 6 Depart Delhi

Today we will drive back to Dehli. You are free to depart at any time.

Trip Details

Accommodation	Hotel (5 nts)
Departure	Daily
Group Size	Varies by tour, please see website.
Included Highlights	Dehli city tour, Agra, Taj Mahal, Fetehpur Sikri, Jaipur sites.
Local Payment	USD250Galapagos Park Fee USD100
Meals Included	5 Breakfasts
StartFinish	ex Delhi
Transport	Private vehicle
Brochure Intro	Marvel at the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. Delight in Fatephur Sikri, the 'Deserted City' of red sandstone. Explore the harem and astrologers pavillion. The Amber Fort, the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), and the Maharajas City Palace all await you in a frenzy of culture, colour and, at times, madness!

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