3-Day Private Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Jaipur from Delhi

Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi City Tour and 3-Hrs drive to Agra

Stop At: Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
Pickup from Hotel / Airport in New Delhi at 9am and proceed to City tour of New Delhi. In New Delhi, visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynastie, who took possession of Delhi in 1206. The India Gate, a memorial raised in honor of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war and drive past the grand government buildings the President’s House and Parliament House all dating back to the time of British Raj. Early evening, the drive to Agra will take approx 3-hours via the express way.
Duration: 12 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight Hotel in Agra

Day 2: Agra City Tour and 4-Hrs drive to Jaipur

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Agra 282001 India
6am at sunrise, the magnificent Taj Mahal (Closed on every Friday) one of the Seven Wonders of the World and surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It's a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone - undoubtedly the highlight of the tour.

After breakfast visit Agra Fort, this powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques.

Then enjoy free exploring the local handicrafts and shopping centers of the city where one can look for marble inlay work, fine quality carpets, Zari and embroidery, leather goods etc.

After lunch four hours drive takes us to the old walled city of Jaipur – Founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II, this ‘pink city’ is meticulously constructed on the lines of the Shilpa – Shastra, an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture. The palaces and forts of yesteryear, which were witnesses to the royal processions and splendors, are now living monuments.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight Hotel in Jaipur

Day 3: Jaipur City Tour and 4-Hrs drive to Delhi

Stop At: Amber Fort Palace, Jaipur 302021 India
8am After breakfast check-out and visit the imposing Amber Fort. This used to be the capital of the Kachhwaha clan until Jaipur was made the official capital in 1727. See Hawa Mahal, built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, which is the most stunning sight in the city of Jaipur.

After lunch we visit City Palace, the principle residence of the ruling family and is known for its stunning architecture. Part of it now converted into a magnificent museum. Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory raised in the 18th century.

Time permits, visit a cottage industry specializing in hand-woven carpets and textiles. Witness how silk carpets are handmade

Evening transfer to New Delhi. On arrival, you'll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport.
Duration: 12 hours

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