Golden Triangle with Udaipur Tour

As most of the international flights land in New Delhi either in the evening or late in the night, you will be received and transferred to New Delhi hotel for relaxation and overnight stay.

Capital of India, an agglomeration with 10 million inhabitants, is divided into two parts: the old city- the old Delhi and New Delhi, the new city founded by the English. The two cities extend on the right bank of the Yamuna. The old town is made up of a network of inextricable alleys grouped around the main axis Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort and the Jama Masjid (Friday mosque).

But in case, your flight lands in New Delhi during late morning or noon, in that case, after relaxation in the hotel, late afternoon you will be taken to Akshardham Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel is planned.

Delhi is not only the national capital but is vibrant metropolis which contains the past and present preserved together. Any visitor finds lot more in Delhi to explore like ancient monuments, marvelously sculptured temples, gigantic forts, modern malls, centuries old lifestyles and traditions in Chandni Chowk and beautiful gardens. We shall begin our Delhi sightseeing tour in the morning. This Delhi city tour will encompass all the prominent destinations including Red Fort (remains closed on Monday), Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Akshardham Temple (remains closed on Monday), India Gate, Parliament House, President House & Qutub Minar. Many a times, a visitor expresses his wish to see Lotus Temple. It can also be included but then the tour will be quite fast-paced. Also, one must note that Lotus Temple remains closed on Monday. Hence this Delhi tour will let you realize and have a glimpse of the wide variety of experiences India has to offer before you. Overnight stay is planned in Delhi hotel .

The 3rd day of Golden Triangle with Udaipur Tour takes you to Agra. Agra with 1.2 million inhabitants is one of the main cities in the state of Uttar Pradesh located 200 km from Delhi. The present Agra was founded under the Mughal era in 1566 by Akbar as his capital. Under the reign of Shahjahan, the splendor of the city reached its apogee. Aurangzeb transferred the capital to Delhi. The city was conquered in 1761 by the Jats and in 1779 by the Marathas. In 1803 it was occupied by the English. It is here that you will find the Taj Mahal, a miracle in itself and is considered as one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

You will embark on a short journey (210 kms/ 04 hrs) to Agra which is famous for world renowned Taj Mahal. On arrival in Agra, you shall be taken to the pre-designated hotel. Check in at the hotel, relax for some time and set out for sightseeing of Agra. Depending upon whether it’s Friday or other weekdays, your visit to Taj Mahal will be either conducted today or tomorrow. The sightseeing of Agra includes Taj Mahal, Agra Red Fort and Tomb of It-mad-ud-Daula. Later in the evening, you can visit local flourishing market which is famous for handicrafts and marble products.

Here also a visitor has two options. He can either see Taj Mahal today during early noon, soon after arrival in Agra, or may visit Taj Mahal during sunrise next day, depending upon his/ her choice. Overnight stay is planned in Agra hotel.

Early in the morning, after taking sumptuous breakfast in the hotel, you shall proceed for Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan (245 kms/ 5 hrs). 35 kms away from Agra and en-route Jaipur is the deserted town of Fatehpur Sikri which is a World Heritage Site. Visit Jama Masjid, the Buland Darwaja, Palace of Jodha Bai, Birbal Bhawan & Panch Mahal and get mesmerized. On the arrival in Jaipur, check in at the assigned hotel for overnight stay.

Jaipur with 2.5 million people is the capital of Rajasthan. The walls and doors of the enclosure painted in pink gave Jaipur its nickname "pink city". To the north, on a chain of hills, rise ancient fortifications. Jaipur, the "city of Jai" is named after its founder, Prince Astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II, who designed and built the city in 1727.

Full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur is scheduled today. This second day of Golden Triangle with Udaipur Tour in Jaipur is full of activities and experiences of varied kinds. The early morning breakfast will be followed by an excursion to Amber Fort. Joyous experience of Amber Fort sightseeing can be enhanced by a joy ride on caparisoned elephant. Thereafter, you shall be visiting several world renowned monuments in Jaipur like City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Jal Mahal etc. Late afternoon, you can move to relish the serenity and charm of Birla Temple. Afterwards is kept for relaxing at the hotel.

On the sixth day of Golden Triangle with Udaipur Tour, you will be driven to 'City of Lakes'- Udaipur. Udaipur (405 kms/ 07 hrs) is termed as 'Romantic City of Rajasthan' and 'Venice of East'. This city is an oasis in the desert land of Rajasthan. It is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in India. You will be arriving at Udaipur in the afternoon. You will be accommodated there in a heritage hotel. In the evening, enjoy boat ride in Lake Pichola and relish magnanimous beauty of Lake Palace. Your overnight stay at Udaipur is scheduled in palace-converted-into-hotel resort.

During the second day of your Udaipur Tour, you will set out to explore the Udaipur-'city of sunrise'- post breakfast at the resort. Erstwhile capital of Sisodia Rajput clan, Udaipur has numerous attractions for the tourists. Your full day sightseeing of Udaipur will encompass Saheliyon ki Bari, City Palace (the biggest palace in India), Jagdish Temple and Maharana Pratap Memorial. The museum in the palace will get you acquainted with folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, musical instruments and paintings based on Indian mythology. Come back to hotel in the evening for overnight stay.

In the morning have delicious breakfast and move for Udaipur airport (Maharana Pratap Airport) to board flight for Delhi/ Mumbai. Arrive at Delhi/ Mumbai airport. We shall directly take you to the International airport so that you could board the flight for your onward destination in time. Golden Triangle with Udaipur Tour ends here.