Relive the rise and fall of kingdoms and spiritual journey of India on a 10-days tour to one of India’s most sought-after cultural & historical sites. With all the logistics arranged for you, explore off-the-beaten-path wonders and world-renowned landmarks on this comprehensive experience of Golden Triangle (Delhi, Agra & Jaipur) and the northwest state of Rajasthan, a land known for its culture, heritage and royalty.
Rest assured, none of your senses will be left behind on this experiential tour. See many of the world’s most majestic architectural structures in the plethora of cities on this itinerary. Explore the bustling streets of pink city Jaipur – first planned city of India - a lively fusion of culture, historical influences and modernity. In Udaipur - “The City of Lakes,” find a stunning juxtaposition of humanity and awe-inspiring natural surroundings.Â
From the vivid blue houses in Jodhpur to the dreamy intricacy of the Taj Mahal, each architectural wonder you'll encounter on this journey tells the story of a fascinating past, complemented by the culturally-rich modern society that surrounds it.
Arrive at Delhi.
Arrive at Delhi by flight. Welcome to the capital of India and the second most populous city of India - Delhi. The city’s importance lies not just in its past glory as the seat of empires and magnificent monuments, but also in the rich and diverse cultures.
Private car will pick you from Delhi Airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. After refreshing head out for Delhi sightseeing. Drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan (the residence of President of India), and visit India Gate, (it is a memorial to 82,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died in the period 1914–21 in the First World War).
Dinner & Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.
Arrive at Delhi by flight. Welcome to the capital of India and the second most populous city of India - Delhi. The city’s importance lies not just in its past glory as the seat of empires and magnificent monuments, but also in the rich and diverse cultures.
Private car will pick you from Delhi Airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. After refreshing head out for Delhi sightseeing. Drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan (the residence of President of India), and visit India Gate, (it is a memorial to 82,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died in the period 1914–21 in the First World War).
Dinner & Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head towards Agra. Welcome to the city of Wonderful Taj Mahal. Agra is blessed with one of the Seven Wonders of the World the “Taj Mahal”. City with its rich culture, history and architectural work stands in the top of the tourist destination in India. Reach Agra by noon. Have lunch at a restaurant. Check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon set out for local sightseeing. Visit the Agra Fort.  It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty till 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. In the evening hang out at the local market. Reach back to the hotel by late evening. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Agra.
Early in the morning visit the Taj Mahal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) built by Shah Jahan in 1560 in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. After breakfast, check out from the hotel, and head towards the Pink City - Jaipur, famous for its broad avenues, massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and royal culture. On the way visit Chand Baori (Step Well), one of the oldest and most attractive stepwells in Rajasthan. It was built during the 8th and 9th centuries and has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20m to the bottom of the well. Reach Jaipur by evening. Check-in at hotel and relax. In the evening enjoy a guided walk tour of the famous Pink City markets. Jaipur is also known as the shopper’s paradise. Jaipur's colorful markets offer a great break to stop and shop on your tour. Take in the glint and sparkle of the rows of shops selling hand-crafted bangles and other decoration items. While moving through the markets, you will come across the vivacious culture of this region. Dinner & Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.
After breakfast, set out for some local sightseeing; Visit the historic heritage sites of Jaipur - Hawa Mahal ("Palace of Winds" - a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while unseen from the outside); Jantar Mantar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), It is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments, built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh, and completed in 1738 CE.
Have lunch at a restaurant. Afterwards visit the City Palace. A complex of courtyards, gardens and buildings, the impressive City Palace is right in the centre of the Old City. Then visit Jal Mahal (the palace in the middle of lake). It was built in the 17th century.
Visit the grand Amer Fort (or Amber Fort) (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). It is the principal tourist attraction in the Jaipur and the current structure was built during the late 16th century by Rajput Kings. In the evening visit Nahargarh Fort, which provides a beautiful bird's eye view of entire Jaipur city.Â
 Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head for Jodhpur. Welcome to the land of legendary kings, gladiators, and royalty, Jodhpur also known as The Sun City. Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination, featuring many palaces, forts, and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar Desert. Check-in at the hotel on arrival. Evening at your leisure. Dinner & Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jodhpur.
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After breakfast, set out for a local sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Visit the majestic Mehrangarh Fort, regally set on a sandstone hill built by Rao Jodha in 1459. Rising perpendicular and impregnable from a rocky hill that itself stands 120m above Jodhpur’s skyline, Mehrangarh is one of the most magnificent forts in India.Â
Afterward visit Jaswant Thada – the milky-white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, sitting above a small lake 1km northeast of Mehrangarh, which is an array of whimsical domes. The cenotaph is built out of intricately carved sheets of marble. These sheets are extremely thin and polished so that they emit a warm glow when illuminated by the sun.Â
Have lunch at a restaurant. Then visit the lavish Umaid Bhawan Palace, one of the world's largest private residences. A part of the palace is managed by Taj Hotels. In the evening visit the local market.Â
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jodhpur.
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After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head towards Udaipur - the “City of Lakes”. A fusion of nature, Rajasthani culture & architecture, the picturesque view of the city shouts the story of its past glory.
On the way visit one of the most significant and extensive Jain temple complexes that can be found in the country, the Ranakpur Jain Temple. It holds immense importance for all Jains. Spread over an area of 4,500 square yards and consisting of 29 halls, the temple is one of the most important of the five major pilgrimage centers of Jainism. The Ranakpur Temple is distinguished all across the globe for its brilliant architecture and was voted amongst the top 77 wonders of the world.
Reach Udaipur by evening. Check-in at the hotel on arrival. Dinner & Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Udaipur.
After breakfast, head out for some local sightseeing. Enjoy the amazing views. Visit Fateh Sagar Lake (one of the most beautiful lakes in Udaipur). Then visit the Sahelion ki Badi, which was laid for a group of forty-eight young women attendants who accompanied a princess to Udaipur as part of her dowry. After that, visit City Palace Complex. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years, atop a hill, in a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, providing a panoramic view of the city and its surroundings. Also, visit the beautiful Jagdish Temple inside the City Palace Complex.
Then visit Bagore-ki-Haveli, a historic haveli (mansion) that stands magnificently on the waterfront of the surreal Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat. Built-in the 18th century by Amar Chand Badwa, the then Prime minister of Mewar kingdom, Bagore Ki Haveli has been restored over a period of time and is now converted into a museum. Enjoy the sunset boat cruise (shared) on Lake Pichola.
In the evening enjoy the Dharohar Folk Dance Show at Bagore-ki-Haveli. See Rajasthani folk dancing, with nightly shows of colorful, energetic Marwari, Bhil, and western Rajasthani dances, as well as traditional Rajasthani puppetry.
Return back to the hotel. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Udaipur.
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After breakfast, check out from the hotel. The private car will drop you at Udaipur Airport.
Bid farewell with the memories of an amazing fun-filled 10 days trip through the Golden Triangle & Rajasthan worth remembering for a lifetime!
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Departure from Udaipur.
Start: Delhi
Finish: Udaipur
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Moods: Culture & Insight