The Golden Triangle package is one of the best tours for someone travelling for the first time to India. This illustrious and admired Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, has its own mystic beauty and magical surprises that none of the areas can compare. This package is a poetic image of exotic India that focuses on the great mirth and the most notable parade of the Mughals and the Rajputs. The Golden Triangle tour sets in motion from the city full of life, Delhi and then it takes a twirl towards the city of romance and candor, Agra and finally steps into the city that arrays a pink carpet for all the visitors, Jaipur.
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- Your Golden Triangle trip begins with your arrival at the Delhi International Airport. At the airport, you will be received by our representative and he will escort you to the hotel and help you with the check-in formalities. The tour starts from the capital city- Delhi, the metropolis with an ideal combination of the ancient and the contemporary era. Delhi has two visible parts:
- A) New Delhi, the city created by the British, as the royal capital of India in 1911.
- B) The Old Delhi which was considered as the Muslim capital of India between the 17th and the 19th century. There are at least eight cities on the location of modern Delhi among which Indraprastha is one of the first recognized settlements, highlighted in the epic Mahabharata over 3000 years ago. Nevertheless, Delhi has always been one of the major cities in the northern region of the subcontinent.
- Overnight stay in Delhi
- After breakfast, the tour guide will pick you up from the hotel and take you for guided sightseeing of Old and New Delhi. This tour includes the following places:
- Red Fort: The Mughal Fortress of red sandstone dates back to the 17th- century. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is an architectural extravaganza. The name is taken from a Hindi word Lal, which means red and Quila which means fort for the red sandstone used in its construction. The octet shape fort has a wall of about 2.4 kms and lies along the Yamuna River. Highlights of the fort are a Diwan-e-Am (Hall for public audience), a Rang Mahal (a water-cooled apartment of royal ladies) and a Pearl Mosque, which was constructed with white marble.
- Jama Masjid: One of the country’s major mosques, here hundreds and thousands of Muslims offer their prayers even today. Jama Masjid was constructed by Shah Jahan as an architectural extravaganza in 1658.
- Chandni Chowk (Silver Street): Chandni Chowk was designed by Jahanara Begum, Shah Jahan’s beloved daughter and was home to the well-to-do families of that time. The famous Parantha wale Gali, known for its mouth- watering paranthas is also positioned in Chandni Chowk. The famous gold market, Dariba Kalan is also situated here.
- Raj Ghat: An elementary square platform of black marble on the banks of Yamuna River, symbolizes the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. A dedicatory ritual takes place each Friday, in his memory.
- India Gate: India Gate is a free standing, 42-meter high arch. It was built in 1931 and was formerly called the All India War Memorial in the memory of the 90,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died in World War I. The names of the warriors are engraved all along the walls of the arch. The eternal flame was lit here to honor the Amar Jawan (Immortal Soldier), in 1971.
- Rashtrapati Bhavan (President’s House): Rashtrapati Bhavan is the authorized residence of the President of the country. It was designed by Lutyens, and was the official residence of the Viceroy when the British ruled India.
- Humayun’s Tomb: Nine years after the death of Humayun, Haji Begum (widow of Humayun) built this tomb in 1565-66 in his memory.
- Qutub Minar: This outstanding building in the Southern part of the capital was built by the Muslim King; Qutab–ud–din Aibak in 1199 A.D. The Minar (tower) is 72.5 meters tall and its base is a mosque.
- Overnight stay in Delhi.
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This 4 star hotel is located within the city of New Delhi and was established in 1968. It is a short drive away from the Qutub Minar and the nearest station is Moolchand. The Hotel has a coffee shop and an outdoor swimming pool. All 68 rooms are equipped with minibar, hairdryer, safe, ironing set and air conditioning.
- You will be met by one of our representatives who will assist you with the check-out formalities. You will then start your trail to Agra, the next stop on your Golden Triangle tour package. The drive from Delhi to Agra will be via the new Expressway, one of India’s finest highways.
- Agra is situated on the bank of Yamuna River. It is the dwelling place to India’s famous monument, the Taj Mahal. Agra was the capital of the Mughal Empire in the 16th & 17th centuries. To date, it retains the splendor of its bygone days.
- On your arrival at the hotel in Agra, you will again be met by our representative and will be assisted with check-in formalities.
- Later in the afternoon, the tour guide will pick you up for the guided sightseeing trip of the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort.
- Taj Mahal: This white-marble mausoleum is one of the most beautiful structures in the world and is granted the title of one of the 'wonders of the world'. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is also known as the 'icon of eternal love'. Without a doubt, it is the most recognized and most visited landmark in India.
- The monument was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved Mumtaz Mahal and took over 22 years. Over 20,000 artisans labored hard day and night. Craftsperson and experts were brought from France and Italy, while the chief architect was from Iran. The visit to the Taj Mahal will long be remembered by you as the highlight of your Golden Triangle Tour.
- Agra Fort: The center of governance of the Mughal Empire, this historical monument is one of the world heritage sites in India. Emperor Akbar started the construction of this huge red sandstone Agra Fort on the bank of Yamuna River in 1565. It was mainly constructed for the soldiers until his grandson, Shah Jahan, added more opulent accommodations. There are several attractive buildings within its porches such as Samman Burj, where Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his son, Moti Masjid, a white marble mosque, Diwan–e–Am, Diwan–e–Khas, Jahangir’s Palace, Khaas Mahal, and Sheesh Mahal.
- Overnight stay in Agra.
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- After a relaxed breakfast at the hotel, you will be met by our representative and will be assisted with check-out formalities. You will then start your trip to Jaipur, the Pink city, the next stop on your Golden Triangle tour, en route stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, for a guided tour of this historic town.
- Fatehpur Sikri: Another world heritage site in Agra, Fatehpur Sikri is the deserted capital of Emperor Akbar roughly 35 kms outside Agra. This city was built in the 16th century and was abandoned a few years later due to the paucity of water. The entire city is still intact, and the sight of this city is worth remembering. The Buland Darwaza, 54 m tall is the main entrance to this city. This gate was constructed in the honor of Akbar’s victory in Gujarat. After visiting Fatehpur Sikri, head to Jaipur, the third destination that forms India’s Golden Triangle.
- Jaipur: It is the capital of Rajasthan, and is known as the “Pink City” because of the pink-tinted constructions in the old city. Recently the walled city of Jaipur has joined the elite list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is situated on a dry lake bed, bordered by barren hills vanquished by forts and broken walls. The city was found in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, who wanted to be in the good books of the then ruling Mughals. He positioned the city with rectangular blocks according to early Hindu architecture. It is a great city for shopping.
- On arrival at the Jaipur hotel, you will again be received by our representative and will then be assisted with check-in formalities.
- Overnight stay in Jaipur.
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- After breakfast, you will be picked up by the guide from the hotel and will be taken for a guided sightseeing tour of Jaipur and Amber. Sightseeing in Jaipur includes:
- Amber Fort: The Amber Fort is located 11 km away from Jaipur. Amber was once the ancient capital of Jaipur. The Fort is an excellent illustration of Rajput architecture, impressively situated on a hillside facing a lake, which reflects its walkways and walls.
- Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds): Constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799, the Hawa Mahal is one of Jaipur’s main landmarks, the front of the Mahal has pink windows and latticework screens. This Mahal was initially constructed for the ladies of the imperial household to watch the ordinary life and parades of the city.
- City Palace: The City Palace is still the dwelling of the former royalty H.H Bhawani Singh Ji of Jaipur. This palace museum has an extensive collection of art, carpets and old weapons.
- Jantar Mantar (Observatory): It was built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728. Jantar Mantar appears to be an inquisitive collection of sculptures but in fact, each construction has a detailed purpose such as measuring the positions of stars, altitudes, and azimuths and calculating eclipses. The most striking instrument is the sundial which is the 27-meter tall gnomon. The shadow this casts moves up to 4 meters an hour.
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Hotel Nights accommodation on Single or twin sharing basis as per Plan choosen.
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Meals as per hotel plan booked.
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All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary in an air-conditioned vehicle on sharing basis unless mentioned.
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Road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, interstate taxes.
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GST if not mentioned in the rates
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All personal expenses like tips, laundry, telephone calls/fax, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc.
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Anything not mentioned under Package Inclusions.
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Entrance fees at all monuments and sightseeing spots.
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Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, and roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
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Airfare if not mentioned in the itinerary
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- 50% advance to be paid at the time of booking.
- Air fare is calcualted at the time of proposal creation and is subject to change at the time of booking.
- 100% payment is to be made for domestic packages before 7 days of departure date.
- 100% payment is to be made for international packages before 15 days of departure date.
- In case of cancellation standard cancellation policies will be applicable or may be changed as per the policies.
Cancellation charges will be applicable. This will vary from Airlines/Hotel/Supplier/Transporter/Railway/Cruises/or any other service provider.
Reisen Tours India Pvt. services charges are non refundable.
Reisen Tours India Pvt. ltd. merely acts as a facilitator to enable the User to book a required services. The contract of service for utilization of the services is always between the User and the concerned service provider.
Location(s)
Delhi,agra,jaipur,varanasi
STARTING FROM
INR 1,20,929
