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2-day private tour of India’s Golden Triangle. From Delhi travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Agra. Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Mughal Empire. In the ‘pink city’ of Jaipur, Rajasthan capital’s visit Amber Fort hilltop forts and glorious palaces as you explore India’s royal past and visit or Photo stop at Hawa Hahal.
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Duration: 2 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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2-day private tour of India’s Golden Triangle. From Delhi travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Agra. Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Mughal Empire. In the ‘pink city’ of Jaipur, Rajasthan capital’s visit Amber Fort hilltop forts and glorious palaces as you explore India’s royal past and visit or Photo stop at Hawa Hahal.
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi to Agra by Train and 4-Hrs drive to Jaipur
Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Pickup at 5am from your hotel in Delhi, Gurgaon or Noida, and transfer to New Delhi Railway Station where you board your deluxe train to city of the Taj Mahal, Agra.
6am Your super-fast train Shatabdi Exp (Train No. 12002) departs from New Delhi Railway Station. Breakfast will be served on board, while you enjoy the countryside during the 2-hour trip.
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
8am Arrival at Agra Railway Station you will be met by your representative/driver at the main exit gate. Visit the wonderful Taj Mahal, a Unesco World Heritage Site, and the world’s best-known tomb, standing testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan and his queen Mumtaz Mahal. (Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays)
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Next we visit Agra Fort, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D. and made of red sandstone. The maze of the courtyards, mosques, and private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sanskriti’s Imperial Gems, A 11, Taj nagri, phase 2, Agra India
Lunch Break, Lunch will be provided at the Local Restaurant
After Lunch you may wish to enjoy shopping in Agra is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and softstone inlay work. Agra’s major handicraft products besides inlay work are leatherware, brassiere, carpets, jewelry, and embroidery work.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
After Agra Sightseeing/shopping next, begin your 4 hours journey to the “pink city” of Jaipur.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at 4* Hotel in Jaipur: Lemon Tree or similar / Overnight at 5* Hotel in Jaipur: The Hilton or similar
Day 2: Jaipur City Tour and Delhi by Train
Stop At: Amber Palace, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India
Pickup at 8am and begin the tour by visiting the Amber Fort. The Amber Fort is situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City and is beautifully reflected in the lake below. Inside the fort, you will encounter the world-renowned Jai Mandir temple with its dazzling Sheesh Mahal hall of mirrors. The walls and the ceiling of the Mahal are covered with a beautiful array of mirrors, which reflect any streak of light, illuminating the entire room.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jal Mahal, Amer Road, Jaipur 302002 India
Continue the tour by making a photo stop at Jal Mahal around 11am. This Rajput style “Water Palace” sits in the center of the Man Sarobar lake. The lake is often dry during the summer, but the winter monsoons frequently turn it into a beautiful lake filled with water hyacinths.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hawa Mahal – Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur 302002 India
Next, you will visit the Hawa Mahal, another Rajput landmark also known as the Palace of the Winds, for more photo opportunities. The five story Hawa Mahal was built in 1799A.D. along the main street of the old city. It is a pink sandstone masterpiece with semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
After Lunch we visit City Palace, the principle residence of the ruling family and is known for its stunning architecture. Part of it now converted into a magnificent museum. Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory raised in the 18th century.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Carpet And Textile House, Kanwar Nagar, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur 302002 India
Early evening we enjoy a shopping tour in Jaipur, an excellent place to shop and visit cottage industry specializing in hand-woven carpets and textiles. Witness how silk carpets are handmade. Some of the most popular items are precious gemstones, silver jewelry, bangles, clothes, blue pottery, and textiles.
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: Jaipur Railway Station, Gopalbari, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302016, India
After Jaipur Sightseeing / Shopping Transfer to the Jaipur Railway Station drop at 5:30pm
Pass By: New Delhi Railway Station Gate 2, Ajmeri Gate, Delhi, 110002, India
Train arrives at 10:40pm New Delhi Railway Station, Be drop-off at your hotel / airport at your desire location.
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
