Explore Private Tour The Golden Triangle Done Differently

Day 1 · Delhi - India arrival and get to know you time,approximately 5 hours

1. 1

   New Delhi

   5 hours

   Most flights from Australia arrive in the evening so I will collect you from the airport and take you on the short drive to your Delhi accommodation. If you are arriving from another tour we will arrange a suitable meeting place.

Your Delhi accommodation will be (as a starting option) at Red Fox Aerocity New Delhi, close to the airport.

Day 2 · Delhi Delights ,approximately 8 hour's

1. 1

   Lodhi Garden

   2 hours

   A well kept secret in Delhi, 90 acres of lush green in the middle of the city.

2. 2

   Lotus Temple

   2 hours Admission included

   The Baha'i temple is an architectural beauty. Once you see it the name is obvious. All people of all faiths are welcome here.

3. 3

   Humayun's Tomb

   2 hours Admission included

   The tomb of the 2nd mogul emperor. Built in the 1500's by his widow, and constructed of red sandstone and marble it's an engineering masterpiece of the time. It's the first tomb which includes magnificent t gardens.

All breakfasts are included in the tour at the resident hotel.

Your Delhi accommodation will be (as a starting option) at Red Fox Aerocity New Delhi, close to the airport.

Day 3 · Delhi to Agra drive day and afternoon sightseeing,Approximately 8 Hours

1. 1

   Itmad-ud-Daula

   one hour Admission included

   This tomb often called the 'Baby Taj' and is often regarded as the draft of the Taj Mahal. Built at the request of his widow in 1626-28. It is built from marble and the carvings some suggest are better than the Taj Mahal. A beautiful example of architecture of the time.

2. 2

   Black Taj (Tomb of Shah Nawaz Khan)

   one hour Admission included

   Learn the myth and truth about the Black Taj and the gardens that surround it. Situated across the river from the magnificent Taj Mahal. Listen closely to the Guides as they tell both stories and you can decide which is TRUE.

All breakfasts are included in the tour at the resident hotel.

Shiv Kothi Homestay, Agra

Day 4 · Agra - Taj Mahal and visit to artisans, approximately 8 hours

1. 1

   Taj Mahal

   2 hours Admission included

   Have your photo taken on the 'Diana seat' and enjoy the magnificence of this monument of love. This tomb was commissioned by the fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his 2nd wife (his favourite) Mumtaz Mahal, it also houses his tomb. No words can effectively describe this most beautiful of structures. Seeing is definitely believing and feeling. Reverence is a word many people use when they visit the Taj Mahal.

After visiting the Taj Mahal we return to our accommodation for breakfast & prepare for a day visiting regional artisans

Shiv Kothi Homestay, Agra

Day 5 · Agra to Jaipur Drive Day,approximately 8 hours

1. 1

   Fatehpur Sikri

   one hour

   Spectacular Victory gate commissioned after victory in Gujarat in the late 1500's

2. 2

   Jodha Bai's Palace

   one hour Admission included

   The largest palace in Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece of the fusion of Hindu and Persian architecture. Constructed of red sandstone in 1569.

3. 3

   Abhaneri

   30 min

   This is an 8th century Step-well. The finest example of this type of structure in Rajasthan.

At accommodation

Grand Uniara A Heritage Hotel

Day 6 · Jaipur - Hidden Treasures,approximately 8 hours

1. 1

   Galtaji Temple

   one hour Admission included

   Also known as the Monkey Temple. Spring waters flow through narrow crevices into a series of pools or water tanks in which pilgrims come to bathe. Temples have been builtnto honour the sacred water flow.

2. 2

   Gaitore Ki Chhatriyan

   one hour Admission included

   The cenotaph for the royal kings and queens of Jaipur.

3. 3

   Jaipur

   3 hours

   This afternoon will filled with th adventure of finding Hidden things... this is the time to know your wish list for something special to take home or see how it is made.

At Hotel

Grand Uniara A Heritage Hotel

Day 7 · Jaipur - Sightseeing through the eyes of a local, approximately 8 hours

1. 1

   The City Palace

   2 hours Admission included

   Beautiful

2. 2

   Hawa Mahal - The Palace of Breeze

   Passing by

   Spectacular

3. 3

   Jal Mahal

   Passing by

   Also known as the Water Palace, the summer residence for the Jaipur Royal family. See this whilst having lunch or watching the sunset.

4. 4

   Amber fort

   2 hours Admission included

   Large ramparts, several gates and cobbled streets await you

5. 5

   Jaipur

   3 hours

   Shopping and relaxing

At hotel

Grand Uniara A Heritage Hotel

Day 8 · Farewell Breakfast and check out, approximately 5 hours

1. 1

   Jaipur

   Passing by

   This morning you will have time to have a leisurely breakfast and check out ready for your journey home or onto your next adventure. Thank you for choosing Raju's Private Tours. Let me take you to the airport or train. We never say good bye, only bye for now...u til we meet again.

At hotel