6 days Golden Triangle India Tour

Welcome to India! You will be met by our representative at the arrival hall of the airport in Delhi and transferred to your hotel. Already on the way you get a first impression of the bustling capital. As most of the international flights land mid-night, so have sound sleep to get energized for the next day sightseeing tour of Delhi.

After a hearty breakfast, we invite you today to take a sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a maze of narrow streets and impressive mosques. Visit the monumental Jama Masjid , one of the largest mosques in the world, and go over the historic Chandni Chowk. Red Fort is the next monument to watch. In the Red Fort, visit the marble ornate royal apartments. But, old Delhi tour becomes a fulfilling experience only when you are taken on a manually pulled rickshaw ride to explore narrow alleys and buzzing market place of medieval era. Hereinafter proceed to visit Akshardham Temple (remains closed on Monday). En route visit Raj Ghat , where the Father of the Indian nation, Mahatma Gandhi, was cremated. After Akshardham, drive past the embassy district where you will see the government buildings like President House & Parliament building from a distance and the national monument India Gate. Now, having seen monuments, you will be taken to visit Qutub Minar, a medieval era monument with lot of proofs of Hindu era monuments. Later, in the evening, return to hotel for overnight stay.

This morning you will be taken to Agra. On arrival in the historic town, you will be transferred to pre-booked Agra hotel. You will have the opportunity to learn about Agra during a city tour. We will visit the Agra Fort, built of red sandstone, and the Mausoleum of Itimad-ud-Daulah. But the highlight of today’s trip is sunset view of one of the most romantic monuments Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bag.

The Taj Mahal, a mausoleum, was built of white marble in the mid-17th century by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Craftsmen from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy, and 20,000 workers had to work 17 years to complete the stately monument in 1652 AD. The Taj Mahal is certainly one of the most impressive buildings and wonders of the modern world (remains closed on Friday). Having explored Agra, return back to hotel for overnight stay.

Early in the morning, when in the light of rising sun the Taj Mahal looks most beautiful, you will be taken by Agra tour guide to India’s most visited monument. Spend ample time therein. Take photographs. After watching Taj Mahal, return to your hotel and enjoy breakfast. After breakfast, drive to Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. On the way to Jaipur, stop at the "Ghost Town" Fatehpur Sikri. The grand buildings in the deserted city of Fatehpur are still intact. The city was built in the 16th century but abandoned after only 10 years. See many storey palaces, gardens, a market place and the waterworks. Having visited Fatehpur Sikri, continue on a long journey towards Jaipur. The fast-growing capital of Rajasthan is for the region, both industrial metropolis and cultural center - with a university, theaters, cinemas, museums, a zoo and several historic monuments. On arrival at Jaipur, you will be transferred to the hotel for overnight stay.

On arrival at New Delhi airport, you will be greeted & assisted by Optima India Tourism's representative. You will be transferred to Delhi hotel. Our representative will ensure smooth check in at the hotel. As most of the international flights land in India at late night, so have sound sleep in Delhi hotel to get relaxed for the sightseeing tour of Delhi next day.

Have delicious breakfast in the hotel and proceed along with the tour guide for full day sightseeing of Jaipur. The first destination is the Amber Fort, located 11 kms from the city. Amber used to be old state headquarters until 1728. The Amber Fort has private and public halls, a hall of mirrors (Sheesh Mahal), various marble palaces and beautiful examples of old Rajput architecture. Here, you will enjoy a maharaja like elephant ride from the foothills to hilltop, where the main of the fort is located. Further, visit, City Palace, Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) & Jantar Mantar. Visit the City Palace , the former royal residence, which houses a museum with an impressive collection of old costumes and weapons, an art gallery with a fine selection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal equipment and rare astronomical works. Then you can also visit the observatory Jantar Mantar, built by Maharaja Jai Sing in the 18th century and is admired even today for its precision. Thereafter visit the Palace of Winds where you shoot photos and to purchase souvenirs. After exploring local market, visit Albert Hall museum and Birla Temple. Later, in the evening, return to hotel for overnight stay.

Have breakfast in Jaipur hotel and depart for New Delhi. On arrival at New Delhi, you will be transferred to Indira Gandhi International airport for your onward destination. 6 Days Golden Triangle India Tour ends here.