Day 1 : Arrival in Delhi
Your driver will pick you up upon your arrival at the airport and escort you to your car. Then we will take you to your hotel. There proceed to your check-in before we brief you to the rest of the tour, and answer the questions you may have. According to your arrival time, we will take you for a first tour of Delhi's highlights: such as the Akshardham temple (and its unimaginable architecture), Humayun's Tomb (built in the 1500s), the Lotus temple (notable for its flowerlike shape, it has won several architectural awards), the Birla Mandir (also know as Laxminarayan Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu), the Monkey temple... Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2 : From Delhi to Jaipur (5h driving)
Today we will drive to Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. Named after Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the city was founded in the 18th century. At your arrival, discover the beautiful Jal Mahal. The Palace (literally 'Water Palace') is located in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake. The postcard view becomes particularly romantic at sunset when the Palace lights up and seems to float in the air. In the evening you can enjoy a unique cinema experience or a world famous Indian Ayurvedic massage. Overnight in Jaipur.
Meals : Breakfast
Day 3 : From Jaipur to Agra (4h driving)
On the way to Agra, you will stop first at the stepwells in Abhaneri. Though the village is nearly abandoned, the location is famous for its 'Baoris' (step wells which were invented by the natives to collect rain water). You will visit Chand Baori, one of the largest and deepest wells in India. Then 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 continue your journey to Agra. Rest of the day is free at your leisure in Agra. Overnight in Agra.
Meals : Breakfast
Day 4 : From Agra to Delhi (2/3 h driving)
Start the day off by visiting the famous Taj Mahal during sunrise. It is the symbol of love built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Next, you will visit the Agra Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage site) 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 gates (the Delhi Gate and the Lahore Gate are the most famous). You will also visit the Sikandra Fort. Then your driver will take you to your hotel in Delhi or to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals : Breakfast
| SUMMARY: 4 Days - 3 nights touring the Golden Triangle |
| With this 4 days and 3 nights tour, you will discover the best Heritage sites of the Golden Triangle, in a minimum of time. This tour is optimized for those who have little time and wish to see the maximum of Rajasthan. You will explore the mythical Taj Mahal, the forts of Jaipur and Amber, and the best of Delhi. During this private trip you will be escorted by your Indian driver, who will guide you through the most beautiful sites of Rajasthan, and also introduce you to 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 Fort
Discover the vibrant city of Delhi
Explore the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri
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In Delhi, your dedicated Indian driver will welcome you at the airport and take care of your from that moment. We will take you by private car (air-conditioned) to your hotel in Delhi. After you checked-in, we will brief 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)
- 3 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 |
