3 Day Private Golden Triangle to Delhi Jaipur and Agra

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Delhi - Jaipur
3 stops
1
Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur by a private airconditioned car. Jaipur, the capital city of the state of Rajasthan also known as "Pink City" owes its name, its foundation and planning to the great warrior astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II. The city of Jaipur has broad avenues. The city sits on a dry lake bed in a wild and somewhat arid landscape, surrounded by barren hills surmounted by fortresses and crenellated walls. Upon arrival, check-in at the prebooked Hotel.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
2
City Palace of Jaipur
After lunch (own expense), visit the City Palace of Jaipur, one of the most renowned landmarks and a major tourist attraction. It was constructed during the rule of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, featuring magnificent architecture and artwork that makes it stand out from other fortifications in Jaipur. Spanning across an expansive area, City Palace consists of numerous courtyards, gardens, and buildings enclosed within its walls.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
3
Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
The Jantar Mantar monument in Jaipur is a UNESCO World Heritage site made up of nineteen exquisite astronomical instruments. Constructed by the renowned Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh and completed in 1738 CE, it features the world’s largest stone sundial. This architectural marvel showcases an incredible feat of engineering that continues to astound visitors from all over the globe.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Jaipur - Agra
5 stops
4
Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind
The Hawa Mahal, a palace of winds built in 1799 by Sawai Pratap Singh is the most famous landmark of Jaipur. It was designed to provide the royal household with an excellent view of everyday life in the city. This stunning structure features tier upon tier of curved arches surmounting delicate casements adorned with intricate "jali" latticework screens.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Jal Mahal
Situated in the midst of Man Sagar Lake, Jal Mahal is an extraordinary example of Rajput culture. Built with red sandstone, this five-story building was renovated and enlarged by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber during the 18th century.
Admission ticket free
6
Amber fort
Visit Amber Fort enroute witness the façade of Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds. Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the state until 1727 when Jai Singh decided to move from his hillside fortress at Amber to new site on the plains. The construction of this fort began in 1592 by Raja Man Singh, the Rajput commander of Akbar's army. The fort is a superb example of Rajput architecture, stunningly situated on a hillside and overlooking a lake which reflects its terraces and ramparts. Visit the Jagmandir or the hall of victory glittering with mirrors, Jal Mahal & temple of Kali.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Agra
Afternoon, drive to Agra (240 kms | approx. 5 hours drive) enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri
5 hours • Admission ticket free
8
Enroute Agra visit the Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri: built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, was the old capital of the Mughals, which was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal & other Palaces which are still preserved in its original glory. Continue drive to Agra. Arrive Agra and check-in at prebooked Hotel.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Agra - Delhi
3 stops
9
Taj Mahal
Visit the highlight of the tour, The Taj Mahal, built by Shah Jahan for his beloved Begum Mumtaz Mahal. Work on the mausoleum began in 1633 CE, and 20,000 workers labored for 17 years to build it. The most skilled architects, inlay craftsmen, calligraphers, stone-carvers and masons came from all across India and lands as distant as Persia and Turkey. The building is Mumtaz Mahal’s final resting-place and was ornamented like a queen’s jewel-box. Spend the morning getting caught up in the romance of Taj Mahal! You will have plenty of time to admire this amazing monument from all angles. Take pictures and listen as your guide informs you about the history and architecture of the monument.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Agra Fort
Spend an hour exploring the 2.5 km long Agra Fort. Considered the predecessor to Delhi's Red Fort, enjoy the maze of courtyards, mosques, palaces, gardens, and halls of the fort which echos the story of the Mughal Empire. The forbidding exteriors of the fort hide what is truly an inner paradise. As you walk around the Agra Fort, admire the exquisite buildings like Moti Masjid which is a white marble mosque akin to a perfect pearl, the Diwan-I-Am, the Diwan-I-Khaas, the Musamman Burj where Shahjahan died in 1666 CE and the beautiful palaces: Jahangir's Palace, Khaas Mahal and Shish Mahal.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
11
New Delhi
After lunch (own expense), drive back to Drop-off location
5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 18 years

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