Golden Triangle  with Mandawa

Golden Triangle  with Mandawa

Experience the best of India’s historical and architectural highlights on this 7-day private Golden Triangle Tour of Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Mandawa. Begin your adventure in Delhi, and finishes with the streets of Mandawa where incredible ‘Havelis’ (mansions) house the elite.
Highlights:
• 7-days India tour -know about the cities with your local city guides

• Round-trip from Delhi with a private English-speaking driver

• Discover the palaces, fortresses, and mansions of the Golden Triangle — Delhi, Agra, Jaipur — plus Mandawa

• Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Qutub Minar, and Humayun’s Tomb

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVAL DELHI

Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Garlanding on arrival with meeting and assistance at the airport. Our representative will meet to welcome and escort you by a private chauffeur driven transport to the Hotel. Whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative will also hand over the “Welcome Folder” documents and brief you the tour programme.
This is the capital city of India, and can be called as a major gateway to India. Delhi is one of the most important metropolitan in India, as it is the city of power. It has a very good combination of both modern, as well as ancient culture. In these 3000 years of its existence, there has been the origin of seven more cities, where the traditional Indian capital is. Strategic location, mixture of modern and Indian culture, rich history, medieval market, beside the modern ones etc are the main reasons for choosing it, as the seat of power. Delhi is a city waiting to be explored. It is also known as the Headquarters of Indian politics, as most of the heads of the Indian government and other political parties; reside here, including the Prime Minister, and President of the country.
Afternoon combined city tour of Old & New Delhi visiting Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated Red Fort, Made by Mughal Empror Shahjahan, Jama Masjid, The largest in India, It has three great gateways, four angle towers and two minarets constructed of alternating vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble. Chandni Chowk , this main street of Old Delhi is the colorful shopping bazaar, known as Chandni Chowk. It has very sharp contrast to the open, spacious streets of Delhi. Laxmi Narayan Temple, dedicated to Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. India Gate, this 42ms high stone of triumph is a war memorial. It bears the names of 85,000 Indian army soldiers, who died in the campaigns of WWI. Rashtrapati Bhawan - This palace-like building is the official residence of the President of India and an interesting blend of Mughal and western architectural styles . Bahai Temple, or the Lotus Temple is a marvel of modern architecture. Set among pools and gardens, adherents of any faith can visit, pray or meditate. Overnight at Hotel.


No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT AT THE 3 STAR HOTEL.

Day 2: DELHI SIGHTSEEING

Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
After breakfast full day combined city tour of Old & New Delhi visiting Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated Red Fort, Made by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, Jama Masjid, the largest in India, It has three great gateways, four angle towers and two minarets constructed of alternating vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble. Chandni Chowk , this main street of Old Delhi is the colorful shopping bazaar, known as Chandni Chowk. It has very sharp contrast to the open, spacious streets of Delhi. Laxmi Narayan Temple, dedicated to Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. India Gate, this 42ms high stone of triumph is a war memorial. It bears the names of 85,000 Indian army soldiers, who died in the campaigns of WWI. Rashtrapati Bhawan - This palace-like building is the official residence of the President of India and an interesting blend of Mughal and western architectural styles. Bahai Temple or the Lotus Temple is a marvel of modern architecture. Set among pools and gardens, adherents of any faith can visit, pray or meditate. Overnight at Hotel.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT AT THE 3 STAR HOTEL.

Day 3: DELHI - AGRA

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
After breakfast depart by surface to Agra, On arrival check-in at Hotel. Agra is the quintessential Mughal City, where the world marvels at the epitome of love, beauty, and sacrifice, The Taj-Mahal one of the wonders of the world. So overwhelming is the magic monument, that Agra has been immortalized, as the City of the Taj. Afternoon city tour visiting the Taj Mahal, built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Besides the Taj, the Agra Fort (also called the Red Fort) makes an interesting sight. Besides the historical monuments, one can also explore Agra’s rich heritage of handicrafts in its markets. Overnight at Hotel.


Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT AT THE 3 STAR HOTEL.

Day 4: AGRA - JAIPUR (Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri)

Stop At: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
After breakfast depart by surface to Jaipur, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri, (37 kms from Agra), On arrival check-in at Hotel. The picturesque capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is color-washed pink-the color associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. This Beautiful city along with Agra and Delhi form what is known as the Golden Triangle of Indian tourist circuit. Jaipur is a city where royalty still lives in the grandeur of its palaces, where fighting for the honour of the clan has never been a need but a way of life, and where treating guests as gods has been a tradition from time immemorial. There is a timeless appeal to Jaipur's colorful bazaars where one can shop for Rajasthani handlooms and trinkets. Beautifully laid out gardens and parks, attractive monuments and marvelous heritage hotels, once the residence of Maharajas are worth admiration. Not to mention the ambling camels and cheerful people in multi-hued costumes that make your trip to the pink city a memorable one. Overnight at Hotel.


Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT AT THE 3 STAR HOTEL.

Day 5: JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING

Stop At: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
Enjoy full day city sightseeing tour of Jaipur - the picturesque capital of Rajasthan. Morning excursion to Amer Fort - Amber is located at a distance of 11 kilometers from Jaipur and was the old fort of the Kachhwaha clan of Amber, which used to be the capital, till it was moved to Jaipur.The fort is built with white marble and red sandstone and look even more attractive because of the Maota Lake in the foreground. The fort in itself is a beautiful sight to behold but as one looks on the fort with its clear reflection on the lake in the front, one cannot help but wonder if it is a dream or a beautiful illusion. Afternoon city tour visiting City Palace, the former royal residence built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles. Jantar Mantar, is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen. Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, is perhaps the most beautiful example of Rajasthani forts and gives a grand view of the city down below. Overnight at Hotel.

Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT AT THE 3 STAR HOTEL.

Day 6: JAIPUR - MANDAWA

Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
After breakfast depart by surface to Mandawa, On arrival check-in at Hotel.
Mandawa is a small town in the heart of the Shekhawati region. The place is known not only for its Havelis but also for its Fort Palace. The structure of the palace reminds of the cultural and social importance of this region in the past. Of the Havelis, the most important are the Chokhani, Ladia, Binsidhar Newatia, and Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli. Another haveli, the Binsidhar Newatia Haveli, is known for its curious paintings. There is a painting of a boy holding a telephone and a European woman in a transport driven by a chauffeur. The Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli is famous for its erotic images, now mostly defaced. Overnight at Hotel.

Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT AT THE 3 STAR HOTEL.

Day 7: MANDAWA - DELHI & DEPART DELHI

Pass By: India Post Airport Office, Thimayya Marg, Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
In time transfer to Delhi airport to board flight for onward destination.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.