5 Nights Golden Triangle
 Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi by an international flight.
Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Check in time is 12 noon.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
Morning sightseeing tour of old Delhi and New Delhi.
The historic city of Delhi stands proudly on the banks of the Yamuna River. Apart from being the capital of India, the city also doubles up as the soul of the country. Delhi boasts of a rich history that dates back to around 3000 years and is still alive in form the numerous relics that adorn the entire city. In fact, Delhi is an amazing blend of tradition and modernity that never fails to fascinate the mind.
Old Delhi boasts of a number of attractions including the Red Fort that was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638 AD, the Jama Masjid (largest mosque in India), Raj Ghat (cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi) and Shanti Van (cremation site of Jawaharlal Nehru). Drive past Chandni Chowk, a congested but lively shopping hub that is an indispensable part of Old Delhi.
A New Delhi sightseeing tour would include visits to the Qutub Minar that dates back to the 13th century, Humayun's Tomb and the India Gate. Drive past the Parliament House, regal Rashtrapati Bhawan (President's mansion), Secretariat Building, Laxminarayan Temple and the famed Connaught Place.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra drive, 204 km/ 4 hours
Drive to Agra in the morning and check in at the hotel on arrival.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Agra.
Agra's main claim to fame is the ethereal Taj Mahal that was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. This mesmerizing structure saw its completion in 1653 AD and is also counted as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Other attractions in the city include the Agra Fort that stands on the banks of river Yamuna and is a classic example of Mughal architecture. The fort also houses the Pearl mosque that was designed and built in 1565 AD by Emperor Akbar. Visit the tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah built in 1622 AD by Empress Nur Jehan in memory of her father, Ghias-id-Din Beg.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 04: Agra / Jaipur, 235 km/ 6 hours
Enjoy a morning drive to Jaipur stopping at Fatehpur Sikri enroute as part of the 5 Nights Golden Triangle tour.
The deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri has an interesting story behind its foundation. It happened so that a renowned Muslim saint named Sheikh Salim Chisti used to reside in a grotto in Sikri. On hearing about his spiritual powers, Mughal Emperor Akbar visited him and asked for his blessings in form of a son. When the child was born, Akbar named him after the saint and decided to construct a grand city near the saint's residence as a tribute. This ambitious project was completed in 1569 AD but had to be deserted because of an acute shortage of water. Some of the famous sites to visit within the city include the mosque of Salim Chisti and the Panch Mahal among others.
Check in at a hotel on arrival in Jaipur and stay overnight.
Day 05: Jaipur
Enjoy a morning excursion to the grand Amber Fort that is set in a very picturesque location. It was built in the 16th century by Raja Mansingh and is a classic blend of Hindu and Muslim forms of architecture. Made up of red sandstone and white marble, the Amber Fort houses a number of interesting palaces and monuments like the Sheesh Mahal, Sukh Niwas, Ganesh Pol and the Temple of Kali.
Afternoon city tour of Jaipur.
Speaking of Jaipur, it was built by Maharaja Jai Singh who was also an astronomer of repute. The city boasts of numerous attractions like the Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory, Ram Niwas Gardens and the Hawa Mahal. Drive past the old part of Jaipur that still reverberates with stories of its glorious past.
Day 06: Jaipur / Delhi drive, 260 km/ 4 hours
Drive back to on the last day of the 5 Nights Golden Triangle package tour. On arrival, transfer to the airport for onward journey.
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