Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Mumbai
15 Apr 2024- 30 Sep 2024 , 7 Night / 8 Days - From USD $ 1249 pp
India is a mystery hidden behind cliché. A place to be experienced: seen with the heart and understood with the soul. Golden Triangle Tour is an excellent introduction. For first -time travellers who want to immerse themselves in and enjoy the true essence of India. This quintessential tour of India includes a little bit of everything- a fascinating mix of diverse cultures, religion, art, architecture and regional cuisine – from the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra to a glimpse of Rajasthan in a visit to Jaipur, India’s first planned city. Learn about the seven cities by its various conquerors over the centuries as well as well as the arrival of Islam in north India in Delhi. All these and more combined with the luxury of staying at iconic properties and a daily departure to choose from. All private tours are accompanied with local experienced guides and your own personal chauffeur.
Highlights
1) Taj Mahal – An ivory marble Mausoleum on banks of River Yamuna
2) Sikh Temple – thousands of worshippers are fed round the clock
3) Humayun’s Tomb – 16th century UNESCO World Heritage Site
4) Visit to the Jama Masjid and a rickshaw ride through Delhi Old City
5) Jeep ride to ascend the Amber Fort, 16th century Romantic Palace
6) Embark on a ferry to visit the Elephanta Caves dating back centuries
7) Mani Bhavan, Mahatma Gandhis Mumbai headquarters for 17 years
8) Optional extension to Vanarasi, regarded as the spiritual capital of India
Itinerary
On arrival you will be assisted for check in at your hotel.
Delhi is not one city. Within it lies several cities, each with its own distinctive allure. Historically speaking what we see today is the composite of seven older cities that were built, looted, destroyed, and then rebuilt over a period encompassing several centuries. The thriving metropolis that you see today is testament to the spirit of Delhi, a city that is unapologetically kitsch under its cultured venues.
Highlights
In the morning, sightseeing of Old Delhi includes a visit to Jama Masjid and an interesting rickshaw ride through the streets of Old Delhi. In the afternoon, visit Gandhi Smriti, a museum, dedicated to the father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Later, visit the Sikh Temple and witness the community kitchen where thousands of worshippers are fed round the clock. Also drive through the Presidential Avenue.
Proceed to the 16th century Humayun’s Tomb, the first garden tomb of Asia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Afternoon at leisure
Highlights
200 km – 4 hrs Driving Time
This morning drive to Agra. Arrival at the hotel and check in.
Situated on the banks of the Yamuna River, this city is home to some of the finest examples of Mughal architecture including its pinnacle Taj Mahal. Agra served as a capital of the Mughal Expire until Shah Jahan shifted it to Delhi.
Afternoon visit the Taj Mahal, built in the 17th century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, truly one of the wonders of the world
Highlights
235 km – 5 hrs driving time.
Drive to Jaipur. Enroute visit the 16th century deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue the drive to Jaipur. Arrive and check in.
The pink city of Jaipur is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It is also amongst the most favoured destinations for shopping. The buildings in the old city were painted with an auspicious rose-pink shade under the orders of Maharaja Ram Singh to welcome the Prince of Wales and Queen Victoria on their visit to India in 1876. This earned the city its epithet, as it quite literally blushed pink with the pleasure of welcoming its guests.
Highlights
In the morning visit the 16th century Amber Fort, a romantic and classic Rajasthani Fort. In the afternoon visit the City Palace known for its mix of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Also visit the Royal observatory ( Jantar Mantar ) , an astronomical site built in the 18th century.
Spend the afternoon at leisure.
Highlights
Post breakfast, transfer to Jaipur airport for flight to Mumbai.
Meet and assist upon arrival Transfer to hotel for check in
When in Mumbai, be like Neo of the blockbuster movie Matrix. Take the red pill and tumble down the rabbit hole. The deeper you go, the more you discover about this city.
Mumbai is a city of dreams and is home to Bollywood, the largest film industry in the world that produces 1000 films every year. According to an estimate, each day 2000 aspiring actors land up in Mumbai to chase their Bollywood dreams. Mumbai is a bustling cosmopolitan city, which is a melting point of diverse culture. However, most of all it is a city of stories. Everybody in Mumbai has a story to tell.
Highlights
Today embark on a ferry from the Gateway of India to visit the Elephanta Caves, the rock cut caves which date back to the mid-fifth to sixth century AD and are a UNESCO Heritage Site
Return to the city and spend the afternoon exploring the main sights of Mumbai. Visit the Gateway of India, built by a Scottish architect George Willet in the Indo- Saracenic style to commemorate the King George V and Queen Mary’s visit to Bombay. Then visit Mani Bhavan, the Mumbai headquarters of Mahatma Gandhi for about 17 years from where he initiated several programmes of India’s Freedom movement. Drive past the promenade of Marine Drive or the Queens Necklace and the Dhobi Ghat, the worlds largest open-air laundry.
Highlights
Post breakfast, check out and transfer to Mumbai airport to your onward flight
Highlights
Optional Excursions
Option to extend
2 Night / 3 day Extension to Vanarasi - available upon request
@ the Taj Ganges – From USD $ 349 pp + flights
Hotels Envisaged or Similar
Delhi – Taj Palace
Agra – Taj Hotel & Convention Centre
Jaipur – Taj Amer
Mumbai – President, Mumbai – IHCL SeleQtions
Inclusions
7 Nights accommodation at Taj Hotels
Meal Plan – Bed & Breakfast
Domestic flight from Jaipur to Mumbai
Entry Fee to places of Visit
Services of a Local Guide
Chauffeur driven Toyota Innova Cars
All applicable taxes
Exclusions
International Airfare
Expenses of personal nature
Tip to service staff. (tour guide & driver)
Late check out from hotel
Travel Insurance