Golden Triangle with Amritsar
Golden Triangle with Amritsar : Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Amritsar : 10 days
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal III, meet and greet at the airport and then transfer to the hotel. Spend rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Delhi.
Day 02 In Delhi
After breakfast, full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi.
The visit of the old city ( belongs to XVIIth century) includes the Great Mosque, Jama Masjid and the Red Fort, a perfect example of Mughal architecture built by Emperor Shah Jahan between 1639 and 1648. Enjoy cycle rickshaw ride around the colorful giant bazaar, ChandniChowk.
In the new part of the city visit – theQutabMinar (built in XIIth century), a splendid monument minaret of the Afghan period. Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, and the Mausoleum of Humayun – a huge building that inspired Persians, is the precursor of the TajMahal. Rajpath, the equivalent of the Champs Elysees in France, the India Gate (erected in the memory of unknown soldiers died during First World War), The Parliament, and the house of the President.
Overnight in Delhi
Day 03 Drive Delhi – Agra (220 Kms / 04 hours)
After breakfast drive by surface for Agra, the city of Seventh wonder of the world. After the visit continue your drive for Agra. Agra which is known for its world famous buildings constructed by the Great Mughals, situated on the bank of the river. On arrival in Agra, check into hotel. After a short rest proceeds for the visit of Agra Fort – the construction of the massive fort was began by Emperor Akbar following with the additions by the different Mughal emperors.
Overnight in Agra
Day 04 Drive Agra – Jaipur (250 Kms / 05 hrs) Enroute Fatehpur Sikri
Early morning the sunrise visit of the famous TAJ MAHAL This spectacular white marble mausoleum was built by Emperor Shah Jehan for his beloved wife, MumtazMahal. It is a most extravagant monument ever built for love. The shimmering reflection in the water channels is truly breathtaking. After viewing TajMahal, return back to the hotel.After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Popularly known as the Pink City, built in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, designed in accordance with ShilpaShastra, an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture. En-route visit FathepurSikri, the magnificent fortified city was the Capital of the Mughal empire between 1517 and 1585, but had to leave because of shortage of water. After the visit, continue your drive for Jaipur.On arrival in Jaipur, check into hotel.
Overnight in Jaipur
Day 05 In Jaipur
After breakfast full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur visiting — The Amber Fort situated on the one of the ancient ranges Aravali Hills, 11 kms from Jaipur which was the ancient capital of Jaipur Maharaja, a good example of Rajput style architecture. A slow elephant ride takes you to the top of the Fort, which houses several graceful buildings and a temple of Kali. Later visit City Palace and Observatory. City palace is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. The son of the last maharaja and his family still reside in the part of the palace. Observatory – JantarMantar, built by Jai Singh in 18th Century which is the finest observatory built by Jai Singh out of five Observatories.
Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 06 Drive Jaipur – Delhi (265 Kms / 06 hours)
Morning after breakfast drive to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, check into hotel. Spend rest of the day at leisure or visiting the surroundings on your own.
Overnight in Delhi
Day 07 Train Delhi – Amritsar (Shatabdi Exp)
After breakfast drive to railway station to board train for Amritsar. Amritsar – the city of The Golden Temple, center of the Sikh religion, founded in 1577 by Ram Das, the fourth guru, is the most religious site for Sikhs. The Golden Temple (Harmand Sahib) is an exceptional beauty and serenity.
On arrival in Amritsar check into hotel. Later in the afternoon drive to Wagah Border to experience Flag ceremony. The ceremony, which takes place about 30 minutes before sunrise and sunset, the guards on each side of the boarder assemble to parade. The flags of each country is then carefully raised or lowered and the gates are opened or slammed shut.
Overnight in Amritsar.
Day 08 In Amritsar
After breakfast sightseeing tour of Amritsar visiting « GOLDEN TEMPLE COMPLEX » the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion is in the centre of the old part of Amritsar. JallianWalaBagh, the site of the massacre that took place during the reign of English. In 1919, General Dyer and his troops have killed a group of peaceful demonstrators. Today, there is a public park with a memorial of the victims. Afternoon at leisure to explore the surroundings on your own.
Overnight in Amritsar.
Day 09 Train Amritsar – Delhi (Shatabdi Express)
Morning after breakfast drive to Amritsar railway station to board train for Delhi. Meet on arrival at Delhi railway station and transfer to hotel. Spend rest of the day at leisure or visiting the surroundings on your own.
Overnight in Delhi
Day 10 Depart Delhi
Transfer to Delhi airport in time to board flight for back home
Our Golden Triangle with Amritsar tour package is just a suggestion of itinerary and can be modified as per your preference and requirement. Therefore, do not hesitate to inform us and we will do the needful.