Enjoy a taste of India on this outstanding tour to the most famous sights of India. Our 07 days Golden Triangle Tour Itinerary guides You to the most magical cities of India including Delhi, Agra and Jaipur presents à rich pageantry and mystique that reaches out to even the most matter-of-fact visitor. The country's capital city, an archaeological extravaganza set in the soft Sand dunes and a Wonder of the world, do you need more to feel the aesthetic splendour of India?
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport this evening. You will be met at the airport by PCTI representative who give you a warm welcome by fresh flower garlands and transfer to your hotel by your deluxe air-conditioned Car/Coach. On arrival check in & evening free for relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing
Morning after leisurely breakfast we leave for a sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. In Old Delhi where we visit Jama Masjid, this immense mosque is both the largest in India and the final architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees, . The highlight of the tour is an exhilarating bicycle rickshaw ride through the bustling and colourful streets of the fabled shopping bazaar, Chandni Chowk (Silver Street). We drive past Red Fort citadel and reach Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi is a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation on 31 January, 1948. Two museums dedicated to Gandhi are located nearby.
In New Delhi we visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty, who took possession of Delhi in 1206. It is a red sandstone tower, standing tall at a height of 72.5 metres and is covered with intricate carvings and verses from the holy Qur'an. The India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war and drive past the grand government buildings the President’s House and Parliament House all dating back to the time of British Raj. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Delhi / Jaipur (250 Km / 5 Hrs)
Morning we travel to the royal city of Jaipur, also known as ‘The Pink City' due to the predominant colour of its buildings. Throbbing, vibrant capital city of the colourful state of Rajasthan where the regal ambience of yesteryear is still felt throughout the city's numerous carved arches and once-bejewelled fortress walls. On arrival we check inn to the hotel. Evening we visit Birla Temple also known as Laxmi Narayan Mandir, built in a contemporary manner, covers the vast lands of the city of Jaipur. The temple stands erect on a raised platform, at the footsteps of the Moti Dungri Hill. This temple is constructed in the finest quality of white marble. The three huge domes of the temple represent three different approaches to the religion. The beautiful white marble temple mesmerizes the onlookers, when it glows at night. We witness Arti ceremony at Birla Temple. Later at the time of dinner visit unique 5 star ethnic resort Chokhi Dhani in village ambience with puppet shows, folk dances astrology, camel ride. Return to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04: Jaipur
After breakfast we leave for sightseeing in Jaipur and visit Amber Fort, here we will enjoy the Elephant Ride to reach a top of the palace. This journey on embellished elephants is bound to enrich your memories with the Royal lifestyle of the Maharajas and leave you with a truly unforgettable experience. Inside the Fort visit the Hall of Victory or Jag Mandir and Sheesh Mahal - a room with all the four walls and ceiling completely embedded with glittering mirror pieces, which were specially imported from Belgium during that period.
Afternoon continue your journey: with the city tour of Jaipur visiting Maharaja’s City Palace, the former Royal residence, part of it converted into a museum. A small portion is still used by the Royal family of Jaipur. One of the major attractions in the museum is the portion known as armoury museum, housing an impressive array of weaponry-pistols, blunderbusses, flintlocks, swords, rifles and daggers. Later we visit Jantar Mantar (Observatory), a UNESCO World Heritage Site which is the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world, having 17 large instruments, many of them still in working condition. During the tour we will also have a brief photography stop at Hawa Mahal - the Palace of Winds. Later in the evening we explore the city on our own and indulge in shopping for gemstones, silver jewellery, Paintings, blue pottery and hand printed textiles that Jaipur is renowned for. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 : Jaipur/Fatehpur Sikri/Agra (250 Km / 5 Hrs)
After breakfast we drive leisurely to the home of the breathtaking white-marble Taj Mahal - Agra, takes us through the images of rural India. Agra was established as the Mughal capital in 1526 and is known for its chaotic and vibrant marketplace (chowk), endless auto rickshaw touts, plentiful souvenir vendors, historic temples and many grand, ancient monuments and tombs.
Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World Heritage Site which has been described as “the world’s most perfectly preserved ghost town”. Built by Akbar in the late 16th century, it was abandoned after only 14 years, and the elegant buildings of this superb walled city remain intact to this day. On arrival we check inn to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 : Agra
After enjoying a hearty breakfast at the hotel we leave to explore the monumental heritage of the Great Mughals, including the magnificent Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), a UNESCO World Heritage Site one of the Seven Wonders of the World and surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It's a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone – « undoubtedly the highlight of the tour »
Post lunch tour of the imposing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques. Later we have some free time to explore the local handicrafts and shopping centers of the city where one can look for marble inlay work, fine quality carpets, Zari and embroidery, leather goods etc. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07: Agra / Delhi & Depart (200 Km / 3 Hrs)
Morning at leisure. Afternoon we check out and drive back to Delhi. On arrival Dinner at a popular restaurant with classical Indian dance program (Dance Show is subject to availability).
Transfer to international airport for flight to your onward destination.
