Golden Triangle tour is a classic tour iternary for those who are visiting India for the first time. It covers a various aspects of history and culture. It covers the three major cities of North India, New Delhi, Agra and Jaipur who have played a major role in the history of India. These three cities are situated in the shape of triangle which helps in forming the most beautiful and popular tour iternaries of India. You can combine this cultural tour with wilderness of Ranthambore.
Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest and most renowned national parks in Northern India. It was under established ‘Save the Tiger’ project in the 70s and today it has grown into an extensive area of open grassy pastures and arid deciduous forests. The Bengal tiger’s coat is yellow to light orange, with stripes ranging from dark brown to black; the belly and the interior parts of the limbs are white, and the tail is orange with black rings. It is spotted with edifices that will retell your former eras. There are many water bodies located all over the park, which provide flawless respite during the extremely hot summer months for the forest natives. Massive fort fortifications over the park atop a hill. There are many remnants of bygone eras scattered all over the jungle, which give its exclusive, delightful and mixed flavor of nature, history and wildlife. Tigers at Ranthambore National park have been known to even hunt in full view of human visitors.
Highlights
Delhi: Heritage Walk, Chandni Chowk, Red Fort, India Gate, Qutab Minar, Humayun’s Tomb
Agra: Agra Fort, Tajmahal, Fatehpur Sikri
Jaipur: Amber Fort with Elephant ride, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal
Ranthambore: Jeep Safari in National Park for Tiger sighting (National Park open on 1st October & close on 30th June)
Best season: October to March
Duration: 08 nights / 09 days
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Welcome to India, country of culture, heritage, nature & hospitality. Our representative will receive you upon arrival and transfer to your hotel.
Delhi : With rich tapestry of tradition, culture and architecture, Delhi’s white tree line avenues, imposing colonial buildings and notable gardens speak eloquently of its 5000 year history. India’s capital is littered with the relics of lost empires. Modern Delhi is chaotic mix of medial fortifications. Mughal mausoleums and colonial era town planning has reinvented Delhi itself as one of the most forward looking and best run cities in the country. It is a city that seamlessly blends its ancient past and modern present, where the latest trends in art, music, nightlife and fashion attract glitterati from across the globe.
Arrive and check in the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast, start your day with Guided tour of Delhi including heritage walk of narrow lanes of Old Delhi. Enjoy heritage as not only the past but a living tradition. Your leader would be your guide who would unfold the colorful history of Old Delhi which dates back to ages. Visit Chandani Chowk—Silver Square is old Delhi’s main thoroughfare. It is a seething mass of canal lined with trees and some of the most opulent bazaars of the east. During the walk through intricate lanes you will find numerous heritage buildings which were of historical importance during the mutiny 1857.
You will also pay a visit to The Red Fort is the largest monument of Old Delhi rises above hustle and bustle of old Delhi. Red sand stone edifice was built as a replicate to Agra fort in the year 1648. The structure houses lofty Diwan e Aam, house of the commoners where ruling emperor would meet the people of kingdom. Rang Mahal was the palace of kings wives and mistresses. It is beautifully decorated with intricate mosaics of mirrors and gilded turrets. The other attractions of this morning are Rashtrapati Bhawan Bhawan is the official residence of President of India. Edwin Luyten, the British architect constructed one of the largest edifices in Mughal style architecture and India Gate was built by Lutyen in the year 1921 to commemorate the death 90000 Indian soldiers who died in First World War. The high arch bears an immortal flame which burns throughout day and night.
Pay a visit to The Qutab Minar, first monument of Mughal India. The most important landmark of city towers 72.5 meters high in red sandstone with inscribed versus from Quran and intricate carvings. It was constructed as a symbol of victory during the reign of Qutub ud din Aibak. Also visit Humayun’s Tomb is the Delhi’s first Mughal mausoleum constructed in the memory of the second Mughal emperor Humayun. It was constructed by his senior widow Haji Begum. It is marked as one of the finest sites of Delhi’s history due to its Persian style architecture.
Post sightseeing return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur (Drive 262 Kms)
Morning after relaxed breakfast, drive down to Jaipur while pay a visit to The Qutab Minar, first monument of Mughal India. The most important landmark of city towers 72.5 meters high in red sandstone with inscribed versus from Quran and intricate carvings. It was constructed as a symbol of victory during the reign of Qutub ud din Aibak.
Continue your drive to reach Jaipur is popularly called as the pink city; buildings are painted in pink color in surrounding landscape. The capital city was painted in pink color in the honor to welcome Prince Charles in the year 1905. Famous f or its regal monuments, colorful bazaars and beautifully laid out gardens attracts tourist from across the globe. Overnight, stay in Jaipur.
Upon arrival, check-in at your Hotel.
Overnight at your hotel.
Day 04: Jaipur
Morning after breakfast we will take you to a guided excursion to Amber Fort is strategically situated within rock walls. Man Singh resided here as contempory of Mughal emperor Akbar long before his successor founded Jaipur. The castle complex has four large inner courtyards situated on four levels. The special part of complex is Sheesh Mahal made up from colored glass. It is a place of power and beauty.
The sightseeing of Amber Fort will be followed by visits to City Palace extends 5000 square yards across the old town. The seven storey building is still inhabited by the royal family. The architecture of Mughals and Rajput’s are united in its entire splendor. Jai Singh is said to be a skillful statesman, architect, soldier and mathematician. Even the Mughals emperors were impressed by his abilities. The main landmark of the city Palace on the winds, Hawa Mahal is solely a façade with intricately carved windows, where women could observe the streets unseen. Jantar Mantar is an observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh close to the palace. It is a fascinating place with surreal objects which help in detecting of solar time and movement of stars.
Spend the evening free at leisure or explore local market for shopping.
Overnight, stay at your hotel.
Day 05: Jaipur – Ranthambhore (Drive 180 KMs)
After breakfast, proceed to Ranthambhore National Park. It is one of the most popular National parks of the country. The sheer beauty of landscape and wide array of wildlife makes a it a destination worth visiting. It is has been acclaimed globally for friendly tigers who are unperturbed by humans. Ranthambore houses a healthy population varied animals such as nilgai, jackals, jungle cats, panthers, peacocks and lot more. Fort in the center of the park serves as the best point for bird watching. The fort even houses a Ganesh temple which is visited by numerous tourists around the year.
Arrive and check in the hotel.
In afternoon stroll on streets of Sawai Madhopur and explore the local life of nearby villages. The villages of Sawai Madhopur is famous for its bandhani and lahariya, block printed textiles, silver jewelry, antique furniture, wood, metal handicrafts, carpets as well as its exclusive toys, ethnic ornaments and costumes. Shopping for these items therefore means shopping for a lifelong memory of your visit to Sawai Madhopur.
Dinner and overnight stay at Resort.
Day 06: Ranthambhore
Early morning proceed to Ranthambore National Park and enjoy a safari ride to spot a Bengal Tiger along with another species of wildlife such as Nilgai (Blue Bull), Chinkara (Indian Gazelle), Sambar, Spotted Deer and troops of langur monkeys can be easily eagle-eyed. The predominant and amous banyan tree is known to be the second largest tree in the country.
Return back to the hotel for breakfast. Rest for a while.
Enjoy 2nd Game Drive inside Ranthambore National Park in the afternoon.
Enjoy a lavish Dinner and overnight stay at your resort.
Day 07: Ranthambhore – Agra (Drive 275 Kms)
Post breakfast check-out and drive down to Agra while visiting Fatehpur Sikri is a testimonial to Mughal architecture in late 15th century. It offers unique blend of architectural styles of high quality. It is a masterpiece in sandstone, shining in slightly changing shades of pink and red as the day progresses’ and light diminishes. The sheer beauty of palaces, courts and mosques ensures the significance of it’s to Mughal grandeur. Proceed for Agra, the city plays a predominant role in making of Indian history as it has served as the capital city during the reigns of Mughals.
Arrive in Agra in the afternoon and check-in at your hotel. Relax by the poolside/courtyard upon arrival.
While you enjoy your Welcome Drink, the room keys will be handed over to you. Overnight at hotel
Day 08: Agra
After breakfast, proceed to visit Taj Mahal the marvel in marble. The mausoleum constructed in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The beauty of this marvelous building has been described as ‘tear drop on the face of eternity’ by Rabindranath Tagore. The glory of marvel cannot be justified in words especially during sunrise. The marble marvel plays with its color from grey to yellow to pearly cream and then to a dazzling white. Construction of this unsurpassed beauty employed workmanship of 20000 artists and took 20 years for its completion.
Also visit The Agra Fort is UNESCO world heritage site that draws huge number of tourist throughout the year. You can find your way to this massive red sandstone structure through Amar Singh Gate. As you walk through you will find yourself in giant complex of marble palaces, inner courtyards and gardens. The architecture displays a beautiful blend of Islamic and Hindu styles.it was one of three strategic courts built during Mughal reign. The fort is more robust in terms of military strategies. Ruins of Akbar Mahal show great influence of Rajput style of architecture. In the evening you are free to explore the city on your own.
Spend the evening at leisure / free for independent activities.
Overnight, stay in Agra.
Day 09: Agra – Delhi (Drive 210 kms)
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi. On arrival we will take you for your “Farewell Dinner” with Indian Specialty. Later our representative will escort you to the International Airport and assist you check-in for your flight to onward destination
