Golden Triangle Tour

7D - 6N

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Destination: India
Trip Difficulty: Easy
Trip Style: Tour
Transport: Private Vehicle
Food: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
Group Size: 2-12 Pax

Highlights

Explore main cultural and historical sites of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur City
Enjoy delicious Indain cusines
Visit Taj Mahal, the 7th Wonder of the World
Explore Jaipur and enjoy the culture of Rajasthan

About Golden Triangle Tour

Golden Triangle Tour is one of the popular tours of India among tourists. This tour takes us to some of the popular historical and cultural cites of India covering Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur.

Delhi tour is one of the cornerstones of the golden triangle tour. Every corner of Delhi has an eclectic composition which will inspire, fascinate and impress you at every point. The India Gate, Red Fort, Jam Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Qutub Minar, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Bahai Temple and many more are worth seeing in Delhi. The next tour destination, Agra is also a major tourist destination popular for its many splendid Mughal-era buildings founded by Mughal emperor Sultan Sikandar Lodi. The sightseeing around the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri ar which is also UNESCO world heritage sites are the best part of Agra.

The historical Jaipur in Rajasthan is the gateway to India’s most flamboyant state. Popularly known as Pink city, Jaipur holds the history of Maharajas back 1727. The Amber fort, City Palace, Jantar-Mantar, Hawa Mahal and multi-hued costumes of residence will make your trip a memorable one.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi

Upon arrival at Delhi International airport, you will be received by a representative of the Lapha Holidays. The private vehicle will transfer you to Hotel. You will be welcomed by some welcome drink. We will have some briefings regarding the tour. After meeting you can refresh and relax in your room.

Day 02: Drive from Delhi to Jaipur

Today is the beginning of the golden triangle tour. After breakfast, we leave for Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan in our private vehicle which is approximately 5-6 hours drive. Arrive Jaipur and check-in at the hotel. You will have free time evenings for free personal activities.

Day 03: Explore Jaipur

Today we spend our whole day exploring historical Jaipur city. We take an elephant ride from the foothills of the Aravallis to the fort entrance and explore amazing Amber Fort constructed by Raja Man Singh in 1592. Afternoon we visit the City Palace Museum where we can see an extensive collection of art, carpets, enamelware, and weapons; Jantar Mantar - the observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728 and the façade of Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds). Depending upon the remaining time we can also visit Maota Lake and Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors).

Day 04: Drive from Jaipur to Agra via Fatepur Sikri

After breakfast, we leave for Agra in our private vehicle. En route, we stop to visit the one-time capital of the Mughal Empire, Fatehpur Sikri also known as The Abandoned city built by Emperor Akbar in 1569. The graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salem Christi and Panch Mahal are the place of attractions. After exploring these original glories of Mughal city we continue to drive to Agra.

Day 05: Drive from Agra to Delhi

Early morning, we head to the Taj Mahal to witness the beautiful sunrise over the Tah Mahal. Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jehan as a memorial to his wife Mumtaz Mahal in 1648. This white marble mausoleum is one of the most visited destinations in Agra and is also designated as UNESCO Heritage Site. After sightseeing the Taj Mahal, you are taken to a nearby classic hotel for a sumptuous buffet lunch. After lunch, we walk along the banks of the Yamuna River to the iconic Agra Fort. In the afternoon, we head back to Delhi

Day 06: Explore Delhi

Delhi has a long list of tourist attractions. From historical monuments and temples to parks and museums, from swarmed shopping centers to local authentic food lines, Delhi has so much in store that it won’t stop amusing you. The top places to visit in Delhi are India Gate, Red Fort, Qutab Minar, Chandni Chowk, Lotus Temple, Purana Qila, and Humayun’s Tomb, Akshardham Temple, Chattarpur Temple and many more. We suggest you choose the places of interest to visit in Delhi (as there are plenty) before continuing your Delhi sightseeing.

Day 07: Final Departure

A representative from Lapha Holidays Treks will escort you to the airport prior to 3 hours of your flight schedule for your final departure. Hoping you had a great time with the Lapha Holidays team and we look forward to being your adventure companion in near future

Cost Detail

Included

Airport pick-up and drop services in a private vehicle (sharing basis)
All ground transportation costs on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
3-Star Hotel or similar accommodation on “BB” basis as per itinerary (hotel category can be change on guest request)
Salary and expenses of an experienced English speaking tour guide for the tour period
Driver allowance
All necessary paperwork and applicable tourist entrance fees
Toll Tax, state tax
All meals during the as per itinerary (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Not Included

International airfare and departure taxes
visa applicable fees
Personal travel insurance
Lunch and dinner incurred before or after the trekking period
Tips to the guide(s) and driver(s) (Tipping is expected)
Bar bills, alcoholic drinks and beverages
Personal insurance and other personal expenses such as phone calls, pay movies, room services, mini bars laundries or other expenditures during the tour.
Extra accommodation and meals cost incurred due to the addition of extra days or change in the real course of the itinerary due to any unforeseen contingencies.
Additional private transportation except what is mentioned in the itinerary.
Any other expenses not mentioned in the ‘Cost Includes’ section above.

Departures not available.

Departure Note:

The itinerary and departure dates prescribed above are the standard templates of the trip plan offered by Lapha Holidays which can be readily customized to match guest’s preferences. However, the guests are expected to understand that the completion of the trip plan might be circumvented by an array of uncontrollable factors like unforeseen contingencies like a change in flight and train schedule; cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, etc. Under such circumstances, the trips might undergo slight alterations