Duration
5 Nights / 6 Days
Destinations
Delhi, Jaipur, Agra
Travel Style
Private & Tailored Tour
Covering
1 Country · 3 Cities
Overview
The Golden Triangle
Experience the quintessential cultural circuit of northern India on this classic six-day journey connecting Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra. The tour begins in Delhi, introducing travellers to the capital’s layered landmarks, from the ceremonial boulevard of Rajpath to the towering thirteenth-century Qutub Minar, the serene Lotus Temple, and the sprawling Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple complex. Travelling southwest into Rajasthan, the journey reaches Jaipur, where the evening Aarti ceremony at Birla Mandir and an open-top Jeep exploration through illuminated avenues introduce the royal charm of the Pink City.
Jaipur’s regal history unfolds with visits to the hilltop ramparts of Amber Fort, the courtyards and royal collections of the City Palace, the astronomical instruments of Jantar Mantar, and the landmark façade of Hawa Mahal. Heading east toward Agra, pause to explore the fortified sandstone courtyards of the abandoned Mughal capital at Fatehpur Sikri. In Agra, enjoy sunset views of the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna River at Mehtab Bagh, witness the monument bathed in early-morning light at sunrise, and explore the red sandstone Agra Fort before returning to Delhi.
Highlights
What You Will Experience
- Historic Capital Landmarks: Discover India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, and Birla Temple in Delhi.
- UNESCO Architecture: Tour the historic Qutub Minar Complex and the distinctive flower-shaped Lotus Temple.
- Spiritual Grandeur: Explore the intricate carvings and landscaped gardens of Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple.
- Jaipur Devotional Heritage: Attend the evening prayer ceremony (Aarti) at the white marble Birla Mandir.
- Jaipur by Night: Experience the illuminated avenues, gates, and palaces of the Pink City on an open Jeep tour.
- Amber Fort Excursion: Ascend to the grand courtyards and mirror-work chambers of the hilltop Amber Fort.
- Pink City Monarchy: Visit Jaipur’s City Palace complex, Jantar Mantar Observatory, and the exterior of Hawa Mahal.
- Local Craft Bazaars: Enjoy dedicated leisure time to explore Jaipur’s traditional handicraft and textile markets.
- Abandoned Mughal Capital: Walk through the preserved sixteenth-century red sandstone palaces of Fatehpur Sikri.
- Riverside Sunset: Catch panoramic Taj Mahal vistas across the Yamuna River from the historic gardens of Mehtab Bagh.
- Taj Mahal at Sunrise: Experience early morning light breaking over the white marble domes of the world-famous monument.
- Agra Fort Citadel: Explore the imperial halls, courtyards, and riverside pavilions of Agra Fort.
The Route
Your Journey
Delhi · Jaipur · Agra
Itinerary
Day by Day
Day 01 – Arrive in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi by domestic flight or train, where you will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel.
After check-in and time to freshen up, proceed in the afternoon for an orientation tour of the capital.
Visit India Gate, take a drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan along the central ceremonial axis, and visit the Birla Temple (Lakshmi Narayan Mandir).
Overnight: Delhi
Meals: As per plan
Day 02 – A Day in Delhi
Following breakfast at the hotel, set out for a full day of sightseeing across Delhi.
Tour the UNESCO-listed Qutub Minar Complex, home to the 73-metre-high red sandstone victory tower constructed from 1193.
Continue to the Lotus Temple, the world-renowned Bahá’í House of Worship (closed on Mondays).
In the afternoon, visit the expansive Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple complex to explore its carved stone architecture, spiritual exhibits, and gardens.
Overnight: Delhi
Meals: As per plan
Day 03 – Delhi to Jaipur
After breakfast, check out and depart Delhi by road for the Pink City of Jaipur, covering approximately 280 km (approx. 6 hours).
Arrive in Jaipur and complete check-in formalities at your hotel.
In the evening, attend the devotional Aarti ceremony at the white marble Birla Mandir, followed immediately by an atmospheric Jaipur by Night tour by open Jeep through the city’s illuminated avenues and heritage monuments.
Overnight: Jaipur
Meals: As per plan
Day 04 – A Day in Jaipur
Spend a full day discovering Jaipur’s royal heritage after breakfast.
Travel to Amer to explore the hilltop Amber Fort, renowned for its artistic Hindu-Mughal architecture, cobbled courtyards, and mirrored halls of the Sheesh Mahal.
In the afternoon, tour the City Palace complex, which houses museums, royal regalia, and ceremonial courtyards.
Visit the UNESCO-listed astronomical observatory of Jantar Mantar and pause to photograph the iconic façade of Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) from outside.
Conclude the afternoon with dedicated leisure time to browse Jaipur’s vibrant handicraft and jewellery markets.
Overnight: Jaipur
Meals: As per plan
Day 05 – Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri
Depart Jaipur after breakfast for Agra, covering a distance of approximately 250 km (approx. 6 hours).
En route, stop to explore Fatehpur Sikri, the UNESCO World Heritage site built by Emperor Akbar, featuring preserved courtyards, audience halls, and the soaring Buland Darwaza.
Continue onward to Agra, check in at the hotel, and proceed in the late afternoon to Mehtab Bagh, a riverside Mughal charbagh garden offering panoramic views of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River at sunset.
Overnight: Agra
Meals: As per plan
Day 06 – Sunrise at Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Departure via Delhi
Early in the morning at sunrise, visit the world-famous Taj Mahal to experience the symmetry and fine inlay craftsmanship of the white marble monument in the quiet morning light.
Return to the hotel for breakfast and complete check-out formalities.
Proceed to tour the grand Agra Fort, exploring its imperial palaces, audience chambers, and riverside courtyards.
Following the visit, drive onward to Delhi for transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Meals: As per plan
Stays & Travel
Accommodation & Transport
Where You Stay
- Delhi – 2 nights
- Jaipur – 2 nights
- Agra – 1 night
Your Tour
What Is Included
Included
- Assistance & Transfers: Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure by Kanishka Holiday Makers representatives.
- Accommodation: Accommodation in the hotels mentioned, or similar, on a double-sharing basis for a total of 05 nights.
- Taxes & Policies: Presently applicable government taxes (subject to change), with standard hotel check-in at 14:00 hrs and check-out at 12:00 hrs.
- Guide & Escort Services: English-speaking guide during sightseeing for groups of 15 persons and above, along with an accompanying company escort throughout the tour.
- Monument Entries: All currently applicable monument entrance fees to the places of visit in the itinerary.
- Private Transport: Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle as per group size: 2 Pax: Maruti Dzire, 3–5 Pax: Toyota Innova, 6–12 Pax: Tempo Traveller, 15 Pax: Mini Coach / Tempo Traveller.
- Tour Operations: Professional and service charges for the preparation and operation of the tour program.
- Special Activity:
- Shared Jaipur-by-Night Jeep experience on a sharing basis.
- The rates include only the services listed above and those mentioned in the enclosed itinerary.
Not Included
- GST and any new or applicable government taxes unless specifically included.
- Airfare, airport taxes, visa fees, travel insurance and other travel-related charges unless specified.
- Hotel upgrades, early check-in, late check-out and additional accommodation.
- Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, beverages, tips, porterage, shopping and photography.
- Expenses arising from delays, cancellations, weather, road closures, strikes or other circumstances beyond the company’s control.
- Medical, emergency and hospitalization expenses.
- Any activity, service or expense not specifically mentioned under Inclusions.
Before You Go
Good to Know
Essential Information
Starts from: Delhi
Booking Terms
Cancellation Policy
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- Cancellation requests must be made in writing.
- Cancellation charges will apply as per the terms of the hotels, airlines, transport providers and other service providers involved.
- Non-refundable bookings and advance payments are non-refundable.
- No refund will be provided for unused services, missed services or voluntary changes after commencement of the tour.
- Refunds, where applicable, will be made after deduction of applicable cancellation charges and non-refundable costs.
- Any additional costs arising from itinerary changes requested by the traveller will be payable by the traveller.
- In case of circumstances beyond the company’s control, refunds will be subject to amounts recoverable from the respective service providers.
- The cancellation policy applicable to the confirmed booking will prevail.
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