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Golden Triangle
Delhi – Agra – Jaipur
6 nights / 7 days

Day 1 Arrive New Delhi

Your flight arrives New Delhi International airport at (TBA) After clearing customs and immigration you will be met by a representative of “India Guru – Gainwell” in the arrivals area.

A traditional Indian welcome includes tilak and fresh flower garland.

You will be transferred to your hotel in an air conditioned vehicle. Check into your hotel on arrival for overnight stay.

Day 2 In Delhi – the old and the new

Breakfast at the hotel.

Delhi - Narrating the city's Mughal past, Old Delhi, takes you through the narrow lanes of Chandani Chalk, the formidable mosques of Jama Masjid and the famous monument of Red fort. The imperial city of New Delhi highlights the monumental structures of India Gate, President House representing the colonial style of architecture. Besides its monumental heritage, Delhi is also a shopper's paradise and has most exciting nightlife.

This morning a tour through New Delhi – visit Humayun's Tomb (the precursor to the Taj Mahal) and the Qutab Minar. Drive down the spectacular Rajpath (“the Kingsway,”), India Gate (monument built by Edwin Lutyens to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I and the Afgan Wars) the President’s House, and the House of Parliament.

Time free for lunch. Your guide will be able to recommend a good local restaurant.

This afternoon a tour of Old Delhi takes you to the Lotus Temple (a modern temple with unique architecture), then onwards to the vibrant Chandni Chowk (Delhi's former imperial avenue, though that is hard to picture today, as bullock carts, bicycles, taxis, freight carts, cows, auto-rickshaws, and pedestrians create a constant, breathtaking bazaar. As in the days of the Moghuls, astrologers set up their charts on the pavement; shoemakers squat and repair sandals; sidewalk photographers with old box cameras take pictures for a small fee; medicine booths conceal doctors attending to patients; and oversize teeth grin from the windows of dentists' offices.) Here you can also visit the Jama Masjid (an exquisite Islamic statement in red sandstone and marble, India's largest mosque was the last monument commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan) and the Red Fort (this 17th century fort has been a mute witness to innumerable conspiracies, scandals, battles.....).

Drop off at the hotel.

Dinner recommendations / booking assistance will be provided by “India Guru – Gainwell”.

Day 3 Delhi to Agra (205 kms, 4 and ½ hours)

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and drive to Agra.

On arrival in Agra check into your hotel.

This afternoon, visit the Taj Mahal (built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife and described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, this poignant Mughal mausoleum has become the de facto tourist emblem of India.)

Day 4 Agra to Jaipur (235kms, 6 and ½ hours)

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and drive to Jaipur.

Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri Sikri (built in 1571 by Emperor Akbar this grand ghost city is carved entirely from red sandstone. It was only inhabited for 14 years and then totally abandoned. It's a bizarre experience to wander through these magnificent, architecturally fascinating sandstone arches, courtyards, and buildings.)

We continue on to Jaipur with comfort stops enroute. Upon arrival in Jaipur check into your hotel.
Jaipur – this is the land of the Rajput warriors and the capital of Rajasthan (once called Rajputana "Abode of Kings" ). Rajputs were upper-caste Hindu warrior-prince. When they were not fighting among themselves for power, wealth, and women, the Rajputs built the hundreds of forts, palaces, gardens, and temples that make this region so enchanting. With its stark colours and rich folk traditions, Rajasthan is one of India's most popular tourist destinations. The region is home to numerous cultural festivals, crafts fairs, and religious gatherings throughout the year

Day 5 Jaipur – the colours of Rajasthan

After an early breakfast we head out to the city to Amer Fort (Surrounded by ramparts, this marvellous fortress is perched on a hill near Maota Lake. Raja Man Singh began building it in 1592 and it took 125 years to complete. For centuries the fortress was the capital of the Kachhawah Rajputs. Although the fort is in ruins, the interior palaces, gardens, and temples retain much of their pristine beauty. Both the art and the architecture combine Rajput and Moghul influences in felicitous ways). An elephant ride up to the fort makes the experience more interesting.
Return to the city to visit Albert Hall Museum (Worth a visit just for its architecture, this sandstone-and-marble building was built in the late 19th century in the Indo-Saracenic style).

The evening is free to explore the markets near the Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds) with the assistance of your guide.

You will be dropped off at your hotel.

Dinner recommendations / booking assistance will be provided by “India Guru – Gainwell”.

Day 6 Jaipur

Breakfast at the hotel.
The morning today is free and easy.

Late afternoon, visit the Jantar Mantar (Built in 1726 of masonry, marble, and brass, this observatory is equipped with solar instruments called yantras, which look like large, abstract sculptures, and are remarkably precise in measuring celestial data). Then proceed to Chokhi Dhani Village (is an authentic symbol of ethnic village life of Rajasthan. Spread over 10 acres, it is dotted with machaans & platforms where different folk artists perform concurrently. A village fair is created every evening as an ongoing celebration of the rich & vibrant cultural heritage of Rajasthan. The display of traditional huts and workmanship will take you back to the times when splendor was unpretentious. the dining hall is renowned for the mouth watering and typical Rajasthani food, served to you on a leaf platter in the tradition of Manuhaar. Your taste buds will remember this treat for a long time, while the warmth of service will stay in your heart forever. The “NATIONAL HAAT” (bazaar) is built like a giant map of the country with a boutique of each state built on its geographical location on the map. Handicrafts from each state are available for sale in the boutiques).

Traditional dinner at the village is included.

Day 7 Jaipur – Delhi – departure

You will be transferred from Jaipur to New Delhi International airport (comfort / meal stops enroute) for your departure flight.

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First Class Hotels (3 *)

Rs 16800

USD 350

Luxury Hotels (4*/5*)

Rs 23520

USD 490

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