Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
Your Indian driver will welcome you upon your arrival at the Delhi airport and will accompany you to your car. Then we will take you to your hotel. After your check-in, we will give you further information about the continuation of your tour with Indian driver, and will answer any questions you may have. Depending on your arrival time, your driver will take you by private car for a first visit to the highlights of Delhi: such as the temple of Akshardham (and its incredible architecture), Humayun's tomb (built in the 15th century) The temple of the Lotus (this flower-shaped temple has won several architectural awards), the Mandir Birla (also known as Laxmi Narayan temple, it is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu), the monkey temple ... Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2: From Delhi to Agra (3-4h drive)
In the morning your driver will transfer you by road to Agra. There you will first visit the Agra fort built by the great Emperor Akbar. Existing since the 11th century, the Fort was expanded by the Mughals and contains several buildings such as the Hall of Public Audience and also several gate (the Delhi Gate and the Lahore Gate being the most famous). You will also visit the Sikandra Fort. Then, by later afternoon until sunset you will visit the famous Taj Mahal. It is the symbol of love built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal (the Taj Mahal is closed Fridays. If this day is a Friday, you'll visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise next day). Overnight in Agra.
Meals : Breakfast
Day 3: From Agra to Jaipur (4h de drive)
On the way to Jaipur you will visit Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri was the capital of the Mughal empire from 1571 to 1585. It was abandoned shortly after its completion, due to lack of water and the proximity with enemies. Then you will stop at the stepwells in Abhaneri. Thought the village is nealry abondonned, the location is famous for its 'Baoris' (step wells which were invented by the natives to harvest rain water). You will visit Chand Baori, one of the largest and deepest wells in India. Then continue your journey to Jaipur. Late afternoon you can enjoy a unique Indian cinema experience or a world famous ayurvedic massage. Overnight in Jaipur.
Meals : Breakfast
Day 4: Jaipur sightseeing
In and around Jaipur you will visit: Amber fort (where you can ride an elephant to get to the top of the fort *) that was built by Raja Man Singh I, the old town and its monuments, Birla Mandir (a Hindu temple located at the foot of Moti Dungri fort), the Palace of Winds (in the shape of the crown of Krishna, which 953 small windows allowed women to watch everyday life and processions without being seen), the City Palace (the palace complex that includes the Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal palaces and other buildings, was built in 1732 )... In the afternoon, you will visit Galtaji. The ancient Hindu pilgrimage site consists in a series of temples built on the hills that surround Jaipur. Overnight in Jaipur.
* Elephant ride: this is an attraction enjoyed by locals. If you are animal wellness sensitive and against their harassment for business reasons, you can of course do the 15/20 minutes walk-up by foot.
Meals : Breakfast
Day 5: From Jaipur to Pushkar (3h drive)
Enjoy your breakfast in the pink city, before your private driver meets you at your hotel. We will then head to the holy city of Pushkar. On the way, you will visit Ajmer, and its Taragarh Fort (one of the oldest hill forts in India and in the world). In Pushkar, you will discover the Brahma Temple, which is the only temple in India dedicated to Lord Brahma. This temple is marked by a red spire and over the entrance gateway, there is a beautiful statue of a Hans (goose) - the celestial of Lord Brahma. After walking to the famous Holy Pushkar Lake, sit down and watch Hindu people bathing and washing. Pushkar will provide you a deep experience of the Indian rural lifestyle. Overnight in Pushkar.
Meals : Breakfast
Day 6: From Pushkar to Delhi (7h drive)
Early in the morning, your indian driver will drive you back to Delhi. There you will visit Old and New Delhi: Red Fort (the large red-colored fort was the residence of the Mughal emperors for nearly 2 centuries, and offers several strucutures that you will visit inside the main building - closed on Mondays), the nearby great Jama Masjid Mosque (built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656, it is one of the largest Mosques in India), the Chandni Chowk market (one of the oldest and busiest markets in old Delhi), QutbMinar (the 72 meter high monument) and more depending on your interests as you can decide with your indian driver who knows very well his home town. Overnight in Delhi.
Meals : Breakfast
Day 7: Delhi and Departure
Enjoy your breakfast. Then, according to your flight schedule, the day will be dedicated to Old and New Delhi visit: Red Fort (closed Mondays), the nearby great Jama Masjid Mosque (built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656, it is one of the largest Mosques in India), the Chandni Chowk market (one of the oldest and busiest markets in old Delhi), QutbMinar (the 72 meter high monument) and more depending on your interests as you can decide with your indian driver who knows his hometown very well. Your driver will then take you to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals : Breakfast
SUMMARY: 7 Days - 6 nights touring the Golden Triangle |
With this tour 7 days and 6 nights tour, you will discover in an authentic way all the splendors of the Golden Triangle. You will explore the mythical cities of Jaipur, Agra, Delhi and Pushkar. During this private trip, you will be escorted by your Indian driver who will guide you through Rajasthan to take you to the most beautiful site of the region, and also introduce you to the Indian culture and its gastronomy (and much more...). |
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Highlights of your trip: |
Surrender to the romantic atmosphere of the Taj Mahal Feel like a Maharaja in Jaipur and Amber Discover the vibrant city of Delhi Explore the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri Live the Indian spirituality in Pushkar
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In Delhi, your dedicated Indian driver will welcome you at the airport and take care of you from that moment. We will take you by private car (air-conditioned) to your hotel in Delhi. After you checked-in, we will brief you on the continuation of your trip. Your driver (English speaking) will be your guide for the duration of the trip. He will make you discover the best places of India and the Golden Triangle, and will also take you off the beaten tracks, for an unforgettable journey. Whatever your requests, your Indian driver will adapt to your expectations.
We pay a special attention to carefully choosing our range of hotels. We give priority to small and exquisite properties that offer high standards in term of service.
Hotels:
(hotels indicated above depend on room availability at the time of your booking. In case a hotel is fully booked, we will offer a hotel of similar or better category)
This tour includes: |
- All arrival, departure, tours as per above itinerary by air conditioned car with English speaking driver including his living expenses - All applicable hotel & transport taxes (tolls, road taxes, state taxes, fuel) - 6 nights accommodation in a single/double/triple room - Breakfast buffet at your hotel - Courtesy of fresh bottled water at all times in the car - Your driver's accommodation and meals - Indian Government services tax - Car and passenger insurance - All parking fees |
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This tour does not include: |
- Any meals or drinks (except as specified above). Your driver can recommend safe food restaurants on the way or in the cities - Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor... - Entrance fees during sightseeing - Any domestic or international airfare - Any other item not specified |