Golden Triangle

Day 1: Arrive in New Delhi (B)

Arrive New Delhi, the capital city of India, where you will be greeted by our representative at the airport, and escorted to your hotel.

Day 2: Discover New Delhi (B)

This morning take a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi, which includes a visit to Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India; drive past Red Fort, the place that marked the announcent of India’s freedom from the British Raj.

Then discover the modern city of New Delhi. Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the largest Sikh Tple of Delhi, with a gold dome, still in active worship; take a photo stop at India Gate, originally known as the ‘All India War Morial’, a prominent landmark in Delhi and commorates the 90,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who lost their lives in World War I and the Third Anglo-Afghan War; drive past President's House, Parliament House and other Government Secretariat Buildings, the most imposing features of Lutyens Delhi. Later visit Qutab Minar, a fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture and the world's tallest brick minaret.

Day 3: Drive to Agra (B)

After a leisurely breakfast, drive to Agra, land of the Taj Mahal. Enjoy the day at leisure in Agra.

Option to watch a classic Theater Performance: This evening, you have the option to watch a live theater performance, introducing you to the story of the Taj Mahal. Watch the spectacular performance - “Mohabbat the Taj – The saga of love”, staging the largest replica of the Taj Mahal, and presenting the legend of love that created this magnificent mausoleum (at extra charge).

Day 4: Discover Agra (B)

This morning, witness the surreal views of the Taj Mahal, sparkling in the glittering rays of the Indian sun. Step inside this eternal symbol of love and appreciate the intricate designs and symmetries that rhyme as a po written in marble. Taj Mahal is an extravagant display of love, built by Shah Jahan in mory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.

Also, visit the splendid Agra Fort, built in red sandstone, encapsulating magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and beautiful gardens.

Day 5: Drive Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – (B)

After breakfast, drive to Jaipur – the pink hued capital city of Rajasthan. This city of erstwhile Rajput Maharajas, is built in 9 rectangular sectors symbolizing 9 divisions of the universe, as per Indian Cosmology.

En route to Jaipur, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone Mughal palatial complex. Within the complex lies a mosque built by the Mughal peror Akbar and dedicated to Sheikh Salim Chishti, a Muslim Sufi Saint who blessed peror Akbar with a son.

Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in at your hotel. Later explore the many facets of Jaipuri crafts such as si precious jewels, pottery, colorful broidered fabrics with mirror work, woven carpets etc – watch artisans at work and enjoy souvenir shopping.

Day 6: Discover Jaipur (B)

Today, explore the princely city of Jaipur, starting with a morning excursion to Amber Fort, a fine amalgamation of Hindu and Muslim architecture and ornamentation, built in the 16th century. An elephant ride (subject to availability) will help you ascend to this hilltop fort; alternatively, you may also choose to climb or drive up to the fort.

This afternoon, visit the City Palace complex with its various museums where you can see a beautiful collection of Mughal costumes, weapons and miniature paintings. Then visit the fascinating Jantar Mantar, the ancient astronomical observatory built by the Maharaja of Jaipur, which is the largest stone observatory in the world. Also drive past Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a rarkable five storied building along the main street of the old city with si-octagonal and delicate honey-combed sandstone windows.

Option for Home Hosted Dinner: This evening you have the option to learn more about local lifestyle and culture of India with dinner at an Indian home. Spend time talking to your hosts and learn about their way of life. You may also opt for a unique opportunity to step inside an Indian kitchen. Your hosts will be happy to share their secret recipes and give you some handy tips about Indian cooking (at extra charge).

Day 7: Drive Jaipur to Delhi (B)

After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure in Jaipur.

Option for Hot Air Balloon Flight & Village Safari: Early morning, you have the option to enjoy a hot air balloon flight over the pink city of Jaipur, giving you the opportunity to float above forts and palaces and village settlents beneath (at extra charge).

Option for Elephant Safari with High Tea: Today you have the option to bark on a short drive to Dera Amer for a fascinating Elephant Safari in the forest alongside an old fort, followed by High Tea (at extra charge).

This afternoon, drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, check in at your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 8: Depart Delhi (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the International Airport to board your flight for onward destination.

Please call 1-800-417-3880 for more information or e-mail us at info@flotours.com . We are here to help you get the best out of your vacation Luxury 5* $2,106 per person double/twin $1,608 single supplement Heritage 5* $1,506 per person double/twin $792 single Supplement Superior 5* $1,050 per person double/twin $504 single supplement Standard 5* $972 per person double/twin $378 single supplement

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis
• Daily buffet breakfast
• Meeting and assistance on arrival and departures
• Chauffeured air-conditioned vehicles for all transfers, excursions and sightseeing tours
• Local English speaking guide for sightseeing & excursion tours
• All currently applicable taxes
• Rides and Monument Entrance fees, quoted as supplement
• Domestic / International airfare

• Expenses of personal nature like laundry, telephone, fax, internet, beverages, camera, video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, etc.
• Local payments in domestic currency, such as tips and gratuities.
• Indian Visa Fees
• Any other services not mentioned in Price Inclusions above

• Delhi

Oberoi Gurgaon – 5* Luxury
The Imperial – 5* Heritage
Le Meridien – 5* Superior
Jaypee Vasant Continental – 5*

• Agra

Oberoi Amarvilas – 5* Lux
ITC Mughal – 5* Heritage
ITC Mughal – 5* Superior
Jaypee Palace – 5*

• Jaipur

Oberoi Rajvilas – 5* Luxury
Jai Mahal Palace – 5* Heritage
Marriott – 5* Superior
Radisson – 5*

 

India does not provide visa on arrival to US Citizens. Before your trip you need to apply and obtain your visa, US citizens who arrive in India without a valid visa will not be allowed to enter.