India Golden Triangle

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

  Greetings from India, an incredible land rich in time-honored monuments and distinct cultures!

  When you arrive at the airport, our representative will meet you and escort you to your hotel for check-in. Relax for the remainder of the day.

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• Day 2: Delhi, Explore Old and New on the Same Day

  Commence your exploration from Old Delhi, where you can catch authentic Indian life, especially those at the bottom. Take a traditional rickshaw around the narrow streets of Chandni Chowk and observe locals going about their daily lives. Visit the Jama Masjid within the bazaar and explore its Islamic architecture and culture.

  Move on to UNESCO-listed Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world with a height of 73 meters. You can marvel at its intricate wall carvings and walk around to see some other monuments. Visit Humayun's Tomb, the inspiration for the Taj Mahal and other Mughal structures, to round out the day.

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• Day 3: Delhi - Agra, Mughal Heritage Walking Tour

  Set out for Agra, which is around a four-hour drive away.

  Once arrival, settle into your accommodation and then get out for a Mughal Heritage Walking Tour around the ancient Kachhpura Village. With trained community youth as your tour facilitator, stroll along this one-kilometer walking loop to discover some lesser-known monuments in the shadow of the Taj and Red Fort and get a taste of rural Indian life.

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• Day 4: Taj Mahal at Sunrise & Agra Fort

  Arrive at the Taj Mahal early to witness the entire architectural complex under the amazing light as the sun rises. Your tour guide will go with you through the main monument and give you an in-depth explanation of it. Spend as much time there as you want and then head back to the hotel for breakfast.

  Continue to explore the 16th-century massive red sandstone Agra Fort. Serving as the main residence of the Mughal emperors, it still has numerous remarkable buildings that show off the genuine intricacy and artistry of Mughal architecture. Visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, sometimes referred to as the "Baby Taj," to wrap up your day.

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• Day 5: Agra - Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri & Ahbaneri Step Well

  Hit the road toward Jaipur, which will take about six hours. Visit Fatehpur Sikri, the first planned Mughal city with a comprehensive layout. Under the commentary of a local guide, the well-preserved palaces for the emperor, public buildings, mosques, and neighborhoods for people of different social standings will give you a thorough understanding of Mughal culture and history.

  Take a short detour to see the Abhaneri Step Well before arriving in Jaipur. With its 3,500 slender, symmetrical stairs, this ancient project resembles an inverted pyramid.

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• Day 6: Explore the Pink City of Jaipur

  Take an Instagram picture of the elegantly pink Hawa Mahal to start the day. Move on to the Amber Fort, well-known for its magnificent architecture and the fascinating stories of the emperors who lived there. You will take a jeep up to its hilltop entrance and walk in it to explore the palaces and gardens. A must-see in the fort is the Sheesh Mahal, also known as the Hall of Mirrors because of the tiny mirror pieces that are cut at angles to create a lovely design on the walls and ceilings.

  Go back to the city center and visit the City Palace Museum, followed by a cooking demonstration with a local family.

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• Day 7: Jaipur - Delhi, Departure

  Your India holiday comes to an end today. With your luggage packed up, take a six-hour private transfer back to Delhi to catch your homebound flight.

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