Over the years, the northern golden triangle, comprising of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur has gained immense popularity in the tourist circuits. These three states taken together provide a fascinatingly diverse image of Indian reality, ranging over beauty, historical significance and cultural depth. All three share a tremendous sense of history that is evidenced through spectacular monuments and architecture, yet each city is distinct in its own special kind of appeal.
Blissul Travel To India offers you an opportunity to experience the different flavours of India by taking you on a journey that covers these three cities not only geographically but culturally and in spirit as well.
Tour Details | |
6 Nights 6 Days | |
Destinations Delhi > Agra > Jaipur > Delhi | |
Tours Days | Tour Programs |
Tour Days 1 | Arrive Delhi,Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel. Overnight at hotel. |
Tours Day 2 | At Delhi This morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi Former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the ‘cycle rickshaw’ for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through “Chandni Chowk” or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue-heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon visit New Delhi drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the towering minaret of Qutab Minar. Overnight at hotel. |
Tours Days 3 | Delhi – Jaipur Morning drive to Jaipur (260 kms). |
Tours Days 4 | At Jaipur Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill, you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families. Afternoon city tour of Jaipur - "The Pink City" is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel. Overnight at hotel |
Tours Days 5 | Jaipur – Agra Morning drive to Agra (221 kms), en route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza the largest gateway in the world. Continue drive to Agra and upon arrival – check into the hotel. Thereafter visit famous Taj Mahal - This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child. The central structure has four small domes surrounding the huge, central dome. Above the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan are false tombs, a common practice in Indian mausoleums. (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday). Remain at the Taj Mahal till sunset, to view this true wonder of the World in the gentle late afternoon light. Overnight at hotel |
Tour Days 6 | Agra – Delhi Morning visit Red Fort - lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat. Continue drive to Delhi (203 kms). Upon arrival in Delhi – transfer to International airport for flight to back home. |
Tour Days 7 | Depart Delhi |