Golden Triangle Tour
The breathtaking Taj Mahal, riotously coloured Jaipur, regal palaces and holy Varanasi.
This is captivating India at its very best!
Day 1: New Delhi
Welcome to India! You will be met upon arrival in Delhi and transferred to your
hotel Overnight - Hotel
Day 2: Old Delhi
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi this morning, taking in the Red Fort, Jama
Masjid mosque and the bazaars of Chandni Chowk. This afternoon, enjoy a tour of
New Delhi, designed by the eminent Sir Edward Lutyens. Highlights include the India
Gate, Rajpath and bustling Connaught Place. A visit is also made to Qutab Minar,
essentially a massive tower built to proclaim the arrival of Islam in the 11th century
and a carpet emporium Overnight - Hotel
Days 3 - 4: Jaipur
Delhi - Jaipur. Drive to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan affectionately known as
the Pink City and relax in the afternoon. On day 4 take a stately elephant ride
to the 15th Century Amber Fort, after which enjoy a city tour of the City Palace,
followed by a visit to the Jantar Mantar space observatory. Don’t miss the Hawa
Mahal (Palace of Winds) with its incredible façade of balconies
Overnight - Hotel
Days 5 - 6: Agra
Jaipur - Agra. En route to Agra, enjoy a visit to the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur
Sikri. On arrival in Agra, the rest of the day is at your disposal. On day 6, enjoy
a horsecart ride to the Taj Mahal. Possibly the mostrecognised of all India’s landmarks,
the Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in the 16th century. Later, enjoy a visit
to the colossal 15th century Agra Fort and also a marble craftshop. Rest of the
afternoon free. Overnight - Hotel
Day 7: Khajuraho
Agra - Khajuraho (via Jhansi & Orchha). Transfer to the rail station for the morning
train to Jhansi. Upon arrival, the journey continues by road to Khajuraho. En route
a visit is made to Orchha. On the banks of the River Betwa, Orchha is famed for
its temples and palaces built by the 16th century Bundela rulers
Overnight - Hotel
Day 8: Temples of Khajuraho
Khajuraho - Varanasi. Close behind the Taj Mahal and up there with Varanasi and
Jaipur, are the amazing temples of Khajuraho. Immortalised in stone is a wealth
of sensuous and erotic sculptures. This morning visit these famous temples. To avoid
a long drive, you will fly to the holiest of Hindu pilgrimage destinations in India
– Varanasi Overnight - Hotel
Day 9: Varanasi
Abundant with temples and a labyrinth of streets, Varanasi is exciting, enticing
and a city not to be missed. Early this morning we enjoy a boat ride on the River
Ganges to view the sunrise and the ancient religious tradition of ritual cleansing
that takes place on the ghats (riverside steps). Enjoy a tour of the city, with
its numerous temples and wonderful historic feel; with time later to relax Overnight - Hotel
Day 10: Return to Delhi by air
Varanasi - Delhi. After a leisurely morning, we return to Delhi by air
Overnight - Hotel
Day 11: New Delhi
Delhi - breakfast. Morning is at leisure. Later we transfer you to the airport for
your onward flight home.