Golden Triangle Tour Package 8 Days

The morning begins with refreshing breakfast. Your guide will meet you at your hotel and ready toshow you the best of Old and New Delhi. The tour will start with Old Delhi where you will visit the Jama Mosque - the largest mosque of India. In continuation we take a Rickshaw ride (Pedi cabs) through the 300 years old Chandni Chowk Bazaar to explore the historical lanes of Old Delhi and Asia's largest spice market.

At the end of the rickshaw ride we move on to Raj Ghat, the memorial of the father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi. It is a peaceful place with beautiful gardens.

Later we head to British Delhi (New Delhi), drive pass the official home of President of India(Rashtrapati Bhavan) and Indias highest legislative body the parliament building. Also visit theIconic India gate memorial to 90,000 India soldiers who died during World War 1.

Our last visit for the day will be Qutub Minar, a UNESCO world heritage site.

Overnight stay in Delhi.

After leisurely breakfast we drive to the Pink City of Jaipur by road, passing through rural villages, Aravalli hills and agricultural land. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in to the hotel. Rest of the day is completely yours.

If you wish to visit some places, the transport is available for you and your options are:

Galta Ji is a large Hindu temple complex that lies 10 km outside of Jaipur city. Galta Ji Jaipur is a unique Hindu temple as it is centered on a natural spring that has been channeled to fill seven large pools. In these pools pilgrims come to bathe away their sins while, at quiet moments, the playful monkeys can be found swimming in the holy waters. The temple is also home to a large colony of monkeys and this has given rise to the common name of the complex, the monkey temple.

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Laxmi Narayana Temple is an example of marvellous architecture. There are idols of Hindu Gods and Goddess, Hindy symbols, ancient quotes. On walls mythological events are carved and there are idols and images of saints, philosopher and historian like Buddha, Socrates, Zarathustra and Confucius. You can witness the temple prayer at sunset.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Today you go out all day on an excursion, back to Amer fort, 11 kms outside of Jaipur and the former medieval capital, built by Raja Man Singh the commander of Rajput Akbar army in 1592. This landmark is a splendid representation of Rajput architecture. Enjoy your drive up to the fort passing through some of the oldest house and temple of the old city.

After that thrilling ride you'll steady your feet and be awestruck by the marvellous sight before you, marble palaces, mosaics, paintings, mirror works, carvings, mural walls and engravings. When touring Amber Fort, don't forget to visit the 17th century Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), a chamber decorated with an array of mirrors on the walls and ceiling. The Zenana courtyard, is a place you must see. It is a private womens residence designed with one corridor but different rooms so that the Maharaja (King) could visit the wife or concubines of his choice, at his pleasure without the others knowing.

After visiting Amer fort, return to the city en route stop for the picture at Jal Mahal (Water Palace), is a five story high palace located in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. The four floor stay under the water it is only the fifth floor which is visible.

Your next visit is the glorious City Palace; when you visit you get a feel for the wealth of Jaipur's royal family, one of the richest in India. For a beautiful display of intricate craftsmanship, see the superb peacock gate, which shows off spectacular and bright peacock images at the entrance that will make you go WOW! Visit one of the best museums in India with an art gallery and exhibits of royal costumes and medieval Indian armaments. Admire an exclusive collection of regal costumes and marvellous shawls like the pashmina. In the middle of the complex stands a pink and white marble paved gallery where the Maharaja conferred with their ministers called the Diwan-I-Khas (Hall of Private Audience). It is here that you will find what are considered to be the biggest silver object on earth; these are two mammoth silver vessels 1.6 m tall.

Afterwards you will visit Jantar Mantar, a gigantic solar observatory with a brilliant display of Indian architecture that shows the scientific expertise that existed in medieval India. It is made up of some 14 most important geometric devices which track the location of stars, measure time, predict eclipses, as well as earths orbit around the sun. It will be a surprise to you when you see that these instruments which the ancient people made of stone can carry out the same measurements of time and the suns movements as our modern day technology.

Drive past Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), which was built so that the royal ladies could view the Royal processions without anyone seeing them. If you have ever seen a giant beehive than that gives you an idea of the look of this five storey building. The Hawa Mahal is beautifully decorated with lattice work, has some 953 tiny windows (Jharokhas).

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

After breakfast, drive to Ranthambore. Upon arrival, check in and have your lunch at your hotel. Rest of the day will be at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Ranthambore.

Today we wake up early for a sharing Morning Sharing Jeep/Canter safari to witness more than 300 species of avian life with a government licensed and experienced guide. In the park, you will notice Mother Nature at her finest, with numerous lakes, rivers, hills and rocky terrain. We return to the hotel for breakfast after this unique experience with nature. After breakfast, enjoy your free time until the afternoon.

In the afternoon post-lunch, we will do Afternoon Sharing Jeep / Canter safari. After Jeep safari we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Ranthambore Fort. Rest of the day is completely yours. Enjoy your dinner at hotel. Overnight stay in Ranthambore.

After breakfast drive to Agra. Enroute we make a stop to explore the Abandoned Mughal city, Fatehpur Sikri. After visiting Fatehpur Sikri, continue driving to Agra. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Agra.

Enjoy sunrise guided tour of Taj Mahal. Return to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast visit Agra Fort. Later drive to Delhi airport to catch flight for onwards journey.

Please Note:

In winter, sunrise tour of the Taj Mahal is dependent on the weather and subject to change according to the visibility.

Last day the tour will finish by 19.00 at Delhi airport.