Delhi-Agra-Jaipur:- Privately Guided Golden Triangle Trip ( 5 Days/4 Nights )

Ziua 1 · Delhi - Full Day Sightseeing ( Overnight Stay In Delhi )

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   Jama Masjid

   30 min

   This is the largest mosque in India, build by Emperor Shahjahan, the founder of Taj Mahal.

   The holy relics of prophet Muhammad is preserved here, and it shows the importance of this place.

   There is no entrance fee to this mosque but they charge 300 INR for each camera.

   All the foreign ladies are advised to wear a simple gown which will be provided by the authorities at the mosque.

   This place is a fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture.

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   Pasar Chandni Chowk

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   Chandni Chowk or moonlight market is the largest street market in the world, build by the daughter of Shahjahan in 17th Century.

   I’ll take you to this place on a Cycle Rikshaw ride and we’ll explore the colourful narrow streets of Chandni Chowk.

   A small walk to see some heritage buildings in this old market is also planned.

   Another stop in this market will be “ Parantha Wali Gali” a famous street for food, We may try some parantha.

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   Khari Baoli

   25 min

   Indian food is all about spices & masala. Khari Baoli is the largest spice market in northern India with over 3000 shops selling spices, tea-coffee, dry nuts, sweets, pickles, masala & many more.

   We’ll be there to smell the spices & to feel the vibrations of this place.

   I’ll take you there for a quick walk.

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   Red Fort

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   Red Fort was the residence of the Mughal royal family for more then two centuries but it was captured by British in the middle of 19th century. Hence many royal palace were demolished by the British Raj but still we have some palaces to see.

   This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site & I’ll take you there to explore this magnificent fort by walk. The defensive wall of the fort will mesmerise you.

5. 5

   Majnu Ka Tilla

   45 min

   This place is a Tibetan refugee colony situated in north Delhi.

   I’ll take you there to understand the freedom straggle of Tibetan people who are the disciples of Dalai Lama. This is a local colony so you will also get a chance to see that how the people are living in this city.

   We also get a chance to see some monasteries.

   Note- I strongly believe that monuments & touristic sites are very important in any tour but without exploring the local areas to witness the daily life of people, they are an incomplete experience.

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   Ashokan Pillar

   5 min

   This is a stone pillar, which was build by the king Ashoka in 3rd Century BC.

   This is situated on a hill top next to the main road so we’ll stop for few minutes to explore it.

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   India Gate

   30 min

   This is war memorial, build by the British in 1931. This is a very famous landmark in my city. It is inspired by Arc-de-triomphe.

   I’ll take you for a small walk around India get.

   Other things to see nearby

   1. King George Memorial

   2. National War Memorial

   3. Tomb of unknown soldiers

8. 8

   Rashtrapati Bhavan

   10 min

   This is the house of our president, build in early 20th country by British.

   Normally tourist are not allowed in the house but we can explore it from outside.

   It is a great place for pictures & imperial architecture.

   I’ll take you for a small walk if I get a permission otherwise only drive pass.

9. 9

   Oprirea 9

   Trecere fără oprire

   Sansad bhawan

   This is the parliament building of the largest democracy in the world.

   We’ll drive pass this place, not allowed to stop. But we can make some pictures from president house, It’s not far.

10. 10

    Agrasen Ki Baoli - Leamigo

    15 min

    This is a step-well, build in 8th century by king Agrasen, a king of Sena dynasty.

    Many tourist never heard of a step-well. but on this trip we’ll explore some magnificent steps-wall in Delhi & Jaipur.

    There are around 100 steps to go all the way down to get water.

    If you can walk then great otherwise you can take some photos from the top.

    It is a very interesting place.

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    Oprirea 11

    Trecere fără oprire

    This a modern market with all the food chains, restaurants, spa, textiles shops & many more.

    We’ll drive through this market to get a feel of it.

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    Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

    45 min

    This is the largest Sikh temple of Delhi. It’s a great place to learn about Sikh culture & heritage.

    It has a beautiful holy lake and a large kitchen.

    I’ll take you to the temple to see the live prayer then we’ll explore the kitchen which serve over 30000 people everyday.

    If you want then you can also participate as a volunteer in the kitchen with me for few minutes. Believe me it’s bring lots of satisfaction & happiness.

13. 13

    Swaminarayan Akshardham

    2 ore

    This is the largest Hindu temple in India.

    Akshardham Temple is the last stop of the day. The reason to visit the temple in the evening is to witness the evening prayer and to enjoy the light, music & fountain show.

    This is the highest of the day.

    I’ll take you to a complete tour of this temple before the fountain show.

    I’ll also explain you about the Hinduism as well in simple terms.

We’ll have lunch in a local restaurant.

Ziua 2 · Delhi Sightseeing Then Drive To Agra ( Overnight Stay In Agra )

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   Qutub Minar

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   This is a UNESCO World Heritage site, situated in the ancient city of Laal kot in South Delhi.

   This is the largest tower in India and it’s almost 800 years old.

   We start our day with Qutub Minar archeological complex.

   Things to see here...

   1. Qutub Minar

   2. Alai Minar

   3. Tomb of Iltutmish

   4. First Graveyard

   5. First Mosque

   6. Tomb of Ala-ud-din Khilji

   7. Madrasa ( School )

   8. Iron pillar ( 4th Century pillar )

   9. Alai Darvaza

   10. Tomb of imam zamin & many more archeological sites.

   These all the sites are situated within the Qutub complex.

   I’ll take you to explore all the places and we’ll also explain you about each site as well.

2. 2

   Gandhi Smriti

   30 min

   This is the palace of our national hero Mahatma Gandhi’s martyrdom.

   We Indians have a good respect and attachment to this place.

   I’ll take you there to know him & witness his last 48 hours.

   This is the place where Gandhi spent his last 144 days of his life.

3. 3

   Lodhi Garden

   30 min

   Lodhi Garden is a historical garden named after Lodhi dynasty. This garden is a home of many historical sites that belong to Lodhi dynasty which was ruling in 15-16th centuries before the Mughals.

   This is also a great place to observe the life of Indian as many family come here every day for picnic.

   Tomb of Sikandra Lodhi & Muhammad Shah is the main attraction here.

4. 4

   Humayun's Tomb

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   Humayun was the 2nd Mughal emperor of India. This tomb was build be his wife Hamida Bano begam.

   This is also the UNESCO World Heritage site, situated in New Delhi.

   Some historical accounts says that Taj Mahal was inspired by Humayun’s tomb, it has many features in common with Taj Mahal.

   We’ll take you to a historical tour of this site.

   Other things to see in this complex.

   1. Isa Khan tomb

   2. Tomb of Barber

   3. Tomb of Bu-Halima

   4. Arab ki Sarai & Mosque

   This is a great site to see the Persian architecture & a nice opportunity for pictures.

5. 5

   Lotus Temple

   30 min

   Lotus Temple is a Baha’i house of worship, build by the Baha’i community of India. Baha’i is a new world religion which was founded by prophet Baháʼu'lláh, who was born in Iran. This is one of the fastest growing religion in the world.

   This temple is inspired by Sydney Opera House.

   We’ll take you inside the temple to explore the temple. You can meet Baha’i people or you can also visit there information centre during our visit to this temple.

   This is the last monument in Delhi.

6. 6

   Agra

   20 de ore

   After lotus temple we’ll drive to Agra through Yamuna expressway ( 3:15 hours )

   Check in to your hotel upon arrival.

   Free evening to relax or explore around or can go out to have dinner.

We’ll stop on the way to have lunch.

Ziua 3 · Agra Sightseeing Then Drive To Jaipur ( Overnight Stay In Jaipur )

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   Taj Mahal

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   No words can define this place, please come and visit yourself.

   Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise.

   We’ll be at the hotel lobby half an hour before the sunrise to pick you.

   Sunrise is the best time to visit thes beautiful, magnificent, extraordinary, marvellous monuments.

   I have been to this place over 2000 times but I’m always excited to return.

   Pictures are very important so I’ll be your photographer & guide both but if you want then you can hire a professional photographer as well.

   I’ll take you to a brief tour of this beautiful site with all the information in details.

   After the Taj Mahal you we’ll return to the hotel where you can have breakfast then check out & drive to Jaipur visiting many other places on the way.

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   Agra Fort

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   Agra Fort is the second most visited site in Agra after Taj Mahal. This place was the centre of power during Mughal dynasty.

   There are many royal palaces to see in the monument.

   We’ll take you to a complete tour of the fort.

   We’ll show you the royal palace of king Shahjahan & queen Mumtaz mahal, this is the most famous couple in this country.

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   Itmad-ud-Daula

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   Itmad-ud-daulha means the “strong pillar of the state”. The name show the importance of the person. This is the tomb of Jahangir’s father in law who was also the prime minister of the state & father of Nurjahan.

   This tomb is also known as Baby Taj because of its similarities with Taj Mahal. Some people describe this place as the “ Ornate Jewellery Box”.

   I’ll take you to a complete tour of this place from outside and inside.

   This will be the last monuments to see in Agra, after this we’ll drive to Jaipur visiting some more places on the way.

4. 4

   Fatehpur Sikri

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   This is a UNESCO World Heritage monument situated 1 hour away from Agra on the way to Jaipur.

   We’ll park our car in the parking and take a local bus to this fort.

   After purchasing the tickets, I’ll take you to the visit of the fort.

   This fort was build by the third Mughal emperor Akbar the great in 16th century.

   This place witnessed many historical incidents, like the religion “Din-i-ilahi” was founded by Akbar in this fort.

   The royal family stayed here for only 12 years then it was abandoned by them.

   Now days it is also know as the “ The Ghost Capital of The Mughals”

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   Chand Baori

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   Chand Baoli or Abhanery Stepwell is situated one hour from Jaipur on Agra-Jaipur highway.

   This Stepwell was build in 8th century and it has over 3500 steps.

   Outside of the Stepwell we have the temple of Godess Harsit Mata from the same period.

   After the Stepwell we’ll take you to the tour of this local village and the temple of Mother Goddess.

6. 6

   Jaipur

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   Check into your hotel upon arrival.

   Evening free to explore surrounding.

   We have 2 nights stay in Jaipur

We’ll have lunch on the way to Jaipur.

Ziua 4 · Jaipur- Full Day Sightseeing

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   Amber Palace

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   Amber palace is an UNESCO world heritage site situated in the ancient city of Amber.

   We’ll take you to the fort buy car visiting Panna Meena Kund on the way. Here you will explore the royal palaces of Kachawa dynasty build in medieval ages. The main attraction of the palace is Shish Mahal or Palace of Mirror. This is a great site for photography.

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   Jaigarh Fort

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   We’ll take you to this fort to see the largest cannon of the world. It’s called Jaiban. This canno was built in early eighteenth century and it can fire a cannon ball up to 42 km.

3. 3

   Jal Mahal

   10 min

   Jal Mahal is a famous landmark & historical royal palace built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, The founder of Jaipur.

   We’ll stop here for a photo session as tourist not allowed to visit from inside.

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   The City Palace

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   City Palace is the royal resistance of Jaipur Maharaja. It was build by the founder of Pink City, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh Second. The current royal family is still living in this palace but most of the palace is open for tourists now.

   Here we’ll take you inside the palace to experience and understand the history of Jaipur and it’s transformation into a leading state in India.

   You will be amazed to see there beautiful palace, paintings, ornate doors, textile gallery, weapon gallery, private & public meeting halls and many more.

5. 5

   The Jantar Mantar

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   The Jantar Mantar is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments, fourteen in working conditions. It was build in early 18th century by Rajput king maharaja Sawai Jai Singh.

   Here we have the largest sundial of the world which tells the local time with the accuracy of 2 seconds.

   There are many instruments that help to make a horoscope.

   This is a must visit place.

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   Hawa Mahal - The Palace of Breeze

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   Hawa Mahal or Palace of winds is a popular landmark of our city.

   After Jantar-Mantar we’ll take you on the cycle rikshaw ride through the colourful & historical streets of Pink City.

   This ride will ends at Hawa Mahal.

   We’ll stop at Hawa Mahal for pictures then return to the car.

   Now it’s time to relax and have a very good lunch in a local restaurant.

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   Oprirea 7

   30 min

   Also know as monkey temple because this is the home of the largest monkey family in India. This is a best spot to understand the behaviour of monkeys.

   You will get a chance to understand the local tribe who live in the mountains next to the temple.

   We do have leopards in this area and many lucky tourist get a chance to see them.

   Note- we will make no contact with moneys. Our main purpose to visit this site is to explore the temple.

8. 8

   Birla Mandir Temple

   30 min

   This is a Hindu temple and we’ll take you here to witness the evening Hindu prayer.

Ziua 5 · Jaipur Half Day Sightseeing Then Drive Back To Delhi.

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   Albert Hall Museum

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   This is the state museum of Rajasthan. The museum building was build by the Maharaja of Jaipur for the prince of Wales.

   The main attraction of the museum is it’s collection of Egyptian artifacts, which were brought by the British.

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   Bapu Bazar

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   This is a famous market for textiles.

3. 3

   Johri Bazaar

   45 min

   This is a famous street market for Jewellery, gemstone & costume jewellery etc.

4. 4

   New Delhi

   5 ore

   Today is the free day for shopping & to explore all the colours streets markets of Jaipur.

   After the market visit we’ll drive back to Delhi.

   Today we’ll give you departure at the place of your choice in Delhi, Hotel or airport.

   Tour Ends

We’ll have lunch in Old Rao hotel on the way back to Delhi.