Places to See : Delhi - Agra
- Jaipur - Mumbai - Goa - Mumbai
Duration : 07 Nights / 08 Days
Day 01 : Arrival at Delhi
The Delhi airport itself speaks that how well this city has developed into a metropolis. The company representative will receive
you and guide you to one of the luxurious hotels of Delhi. The journey from the airport to the hotel will be good enough for you to
get an idea about the rich culture and heritage of India.
The night stay will be in the hotel where you can enjoy the excellent facilities and give yourself some rest before exploring
the majestic city.
Day 02 : Delhi
After the morning breakfast we head to explore the famous heritage spots of Delhi starting with the Jama Masjid; the biggest Mosque
in India. It is constructed with marble and sandstone which costs about a million rupee. It reflects the majesty of Allah and the
Muslim followers offer Namaz in this mosque. Traveling 500 meters away from the Jama Masjid, we come to the Red Fort or the Lal Qila.
This is the place where the Indian Prime Minister hoists the Indian flag during the Independence Day. People come to see the
Mumtaz Mahal, the Khas Mahal, the Rang Mahal, etc of the Red Fort.
The next place to visit is the Qutub Minar which is attached to the mosque; Quwwat-ul-Islam. The tower is built of Iron which never
rusts. The designs and architecture of this tower depicts the Islamic beliefs. Then we also visit the Raj Ghat which is a memorial
to Mahatma Gandhi. On the ride back to the hotel we pass by the famous India Gate, Parliament House, Supreme Court and the Rashtrapati
Bhavan - the place where the President lives.
In the evening you will be thrilled to see the various Indian forms of dances followed by Indian delicacies. Then back to
your hotel bedroom for the night.
Day 03 : Delhi - Agra
After breakfast we head towards Agra by road which will take about 4 hours. Covering a distance of 201 km, we check into a hotel which is designed in a traditional way.
It was during the 16th and the 17th century when the famous Mughal rulers; Akbar, Shah Jahan and Jahangir transformed this small
village like city into a paradise.
The first monument to be visited is obviously The Taj Mahal; one of the seven wonders of the world. It reflects the passion of love
that Shah Jahan had for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. There were more than 20,000 craftsmen employed to build this beautiful piece of art
which took around 22 years. The domes are very elegantly built and have some of the finest inlay work.
Then we proceed towards the Agra Fort which was build by the contribution of three famous Mughal Emperor; Akbar, Aurangzeb and Shah
Jahan. This monument is build with red sandstone. Very close to this monument you will find the Ladies Bazaar where one can get goods
made from fine silk and other materials.
We cannot miss visiting the Itmadullah's Tomb; considered to have magnificent interiors better than The Taj Mahal. This Tomb is build
by Noor Jehan in the fond memory of her father.
After sightseeing comes the time to taste the delicious Mughlai cuisine of Agra. The food is spicy and filling.
Then back to the hotel for the night.
Day 04 : Agra to Jaipur 
Distance to cover at morning after breakfast is 221 km by road which will take approximately 5 hours
to reach Jaipur.
After settling down at a nice hotel and taking some rest, we head to Fatehpur Sikri; a city built totally of Sandstone by the Mughal
Emperor Akbar. We visit the famous Diwani-i-Am and Diwani-i-Khas. Then comes the grandest palace of Fatehpur Sikri; The Jodabhai's
palace. You should visit the Mausoleum of Salim Chisti; the person who was of great importance in Akbar's life.
The buildings in the city have distinctive colors which gives it the name, the pink city. To get an idea about the religious beliefs
of the people of Jaipur, visit the Birla Temple. It was recently built in the year 1985 and has beautiful carvings on the walls and
pillars. You will get the chance to be a part of the Aarti Ceremony in which oil lamps are lit up to be waved in front of the deity so
that it gets invoked.
Night stay in the Jaipur hotel.
Day 05 : Jaipur
Following are some of the famous sightseeing places
of Jaipur:
Hawa Mahal: This structure is made of sandstone
and is plastered pink; built by Pratap Singh
in the year 1799. It is five-storey structure
with 953 windows and niches. The work done on
it is very elegant and the balconies are huge.
Amber Fort Palace: It is a very old Fort palace
of Rajasthan built in the year 1592 by Man Singh
I. The designing is done by combining the Hindu
and Mughal style, bringing out an exclusive
work.
Jantar Mantar: This is an observatory which
was built by Jai Singh II. It has been kept
very well preserved and has many astronomical
instruments which are huge and can be still
used.
City Palace: Jaipur’s one-seventh area
is covered by this City palace which is built
according to architectural ideas following the
Rajasthani and Mughal tradition.
The streets are filled with bazaars where you
can purchase some of the best and unique handicraft
items. You can even enjoy a ride on the cycle
rikshaw.
Back at the hotel you can cherish the delicious
delicacies of Rajasthan for Dinner before going
to bed.
Day 06 : Jaipur - Goa
Early morning we depart from Jaipur on a flight to Mumbai. Breakfast will be provided at a hotel in
Mumbai. An afternoon flight from Mumbai will lead us to Goa.
Goa is a small city but one of the most loved in India. It has some of the most exotic beaches and natural beauty which make it one
of the favorite tourist destinations in India. People who are looking for peace of mind head towards this beautiful city. You can
forget all the worries and relax along the sandy beaches while the sea breeze blows across you.
Those who are fond of water-sports like scuba diving, water surfing, rafting, etc will enjoy their stay here. The sea-food here is
excellent and the people are very fun-loving in nature. You can enjoy the evening on the beach and take rest at the hotel provided.
Day 07 : Goa
You have this full day to explore the natural beauty of Goa. There are many beaches where you can
lie down and relax under the sun. You can enjoy a ride on the back of an elephant; a fun-filled
experience. You can get some exquisite pieces of handicraft from the market place. Click pictures
of the magnificent views that you can capture in your camera. Goa has many Christian's inhabitants,
so there are some really beautiful and peaceful churches which you can visit.
Goa is famous for its night-life too. You can visit bars and restaurants at night to have a gala time.
Day 08 : Goa - Mumbai
Enjoy the morning breakfast at the resort in Goa. You are free to do whatever you desire till evening.
A flight in the evening will be boarded towards Mumbai. After reaching Mumbai you can board your
International flight to go back home with memories of India to cherish.
Tour Ends
The Golden Triangle Tour Package Includes:
1. SIGHTSEEING TOURS AS MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY,
2. ACCOMMODATION AT SUGGESTED HOTELS,
3. AIR-CONDITIONED CAR AT DISPOSAL WITH DRIVER,
4. ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE FOR ALL MENTIONED TOURS,
5. MEET AND ASSIST SERVICES ON ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE,
6. DAILY BUFFET BREAKFASTS,
7. HORSE CART RIDE TO TAJ MAHAL IN AGRA,
8. ELEPHANT RIDE AT AMER FORT – JAIPUR,
9. ALL APPLICABLE TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES AND
10. ALL PARKING, ROAD TAXES AND DRIVER ALLOWANCES.
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