Golden Triangle Tour
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DAY 1 - ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive Delhi airport by flight TBA. Meeting and assistance upon arrival at airport and transfer to hotel for check in. Rest of the day at leisure (No transportation envisaged).
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 2 - DELHI
In the morning, proceed for the full day of sightseeing in Delhi. In Old Delhi drive past the historic Red Fort (photo stop from outside) – Shah Jehan’s elegant citadel in red sandstone. Very near the Fort is the Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque), India’s largest mosque, also built by Shah Jahan.
Go for an interesting rickshaw ride through the famous bazaars of Chandni Chowk, which is adjacent to both the Fort and the Mosque. Also, visit Raj Ghat – the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
Afternoon guided sightseeing of New Delhi & drive past India Gate, the memorial of the First World War and the road that leads from there to President House, which is flanked by the houses of Parliament and the Government Secretariat buildings. Visit the Qutub Minar, a Tower of Victory that was built in the 12th century by Qutbuddin Aibak. You will observe the earliest examples of domes and arches in India and see the fusion of Hindu carving skills with Muslim technology and design.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 3 - TO AGRA
After breakfast, drive to Agra. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Afternoon we will take you for sightseeing tour of Agra which includes Agra Fort which is among the finest examples of the fusion architecture that has dominated the Mogul period. The assimilation of these different styles has given the buildings within the fort a distinctive look. To name a few, for example, the Jahangir Palace built by Akbar is the most magnificent blend of Persian and local style whereas Divan-e-Aam mixes subtleness of Turkish exteriors with the complex pattern of Persian architecture. Babur stayed in the fort in the palace of Ibrahim.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 4 - IN AGRA
Today morning you will drive to visit the famous Taj Mahal (closed on Friday), The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaj Mahal. Taj Mahal, the epitome of love and romance stands on the banks of river Yamuna. The architecture is considered the finest specimen of the Mughal style of architecture. The architecture is highly inspired by different styles of architecture, which include Persian, Indian and Turkish. Taj Mahal architecture is truly splendid and one of its kind in the world. The design & layout of the Taj Mahal never fails to enrapture architects, engineers, historians as well as common man.
Later, you will start your drive to Jaipur, while driving towards you will stop at Fatehpur Sikri for a brief period. Fatehpur Sikri was once the capital of the Mughal Empire. The city boasts of some of the magnificent monuments of the medieval period. Akbar, the great Mughal Emperor, made it the capital but was later abandoned due to scarcity of water. The buildings at Fatehpur Sikri present a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. Some of the attractions at Fatehpur Sikri are the Panch Mahal, the Buland Darwaza and the Dargah of Sheikh Salim Chisti.
Later, continue driving towards Jaipur. Jaipur is also known as Pink City and the capital of Rajasthan. And famous travel destination is well known for mesmerizing historic sites, magnificent monuments, spacious parks, chaotic streets, and spicy eateries on every corner.
Upon arrival, check in at the hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 5 - TO JAIPUR
After breakfast, you will explore the massive Amber Fort. This morning you will drive 11 km in the outskirts of the city to visit Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory, Jai Mahal, and Jagmandir. It has halls of Public and Private Audience, a Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) various marble palaces which are marvellous examples of ancient Rajput architecture. The Temple of Amba (Mother Goddess), the patron deity of the Royal family is at the entrance to the palace.
Afternoon city tour of the pink city visit the City Palace – the former royal residence built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles which houses a museum with a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes and armoury of the Mughals and Rajputs, including swords of different shapes and sizes with ornate handles. It has an art gallery with an excellent collection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal paraphernalia and rare astronomical works in Arabic, Persian, Latin and Sanskrit.
Also visit the Jantar Mantar – an astrological and astronomical Observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh in the 18th century, which is remarkable for its accuracy even now. Stop at the Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal) to take pictures. Time permitting visit the cottage industry specializing in hand-woven carpets & textiles. Witness how silk carpets are handmade.
Overnight stay at your hotel in Jaipur.
DAY 6 - TO DELHI
Morning after breakfast at the hotel start your drive towards Delhi international airport to board your flight for onward destination.
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