Golden Triangle Tour with Goa ~ VITS (Vaibhav India Tourism Services)

Golden Triangle Tour with Goa

Day 01 :: Arrive – Delhi

On arrival meet at the airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 02 :: Delhi

After breakfast full day tour of old & new parts of Delhi visiting Jama Masjid: the largest mosque in India. Built by Shah Jahan, the construction was started in 1658 and took six years; Red Fort: which was also built by Shah Jehan. This massive fort was built from 1638 to 1648, with a circumference of over 2.2 kilometers, was laid out by the banks of the Yamuna. The Mughal emperor Shajahan built it with the ambition of concentrating the Mughal power in one monument. Monument is perhaps not the right word. A mini-city is more like it. Thereafter enjoy a Cycle Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, this is a remarkable way to explore and picture the hustle and bustle as well as the color of the narrow winding streets of one of the oldest markets of Delhi bursting with people and pavement shops selling wares of all description. And Rajghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Post lunch tour of New Delhi visiting Humayun’s Tomb: built in mid 16th century this is an early example of Mughal architecture. Also visit Lotus Temple: it is termed by many as the Taj of modern India. Its distinctive lotus shaped marvel in marble is surrounded by a landscaped garden and is a symbol of peace. It is a very recent architectural marvel of the Bahai faith. Qutab Minar - 72 meters high and one of the most perfect towers in the Persian world. The Iron Pillar which has survived the vagaries of weather for over 1500 years. Drive past India Gate, President House and Connaught Palace. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

Day 03 :: Delhi – Agra

After breakfast drive to Agra. En-route visiting Sikandara the tomb of the great emperor Akbar. On arrival, check-in hotel. After wash & change tour of city visiting Agra Fort built by Akbar that houses many fabulous palaces built in Indo Islamic style. See the marble palace of Shahjehan that was built with the remaining and rejected stones from the Taj Mahal – Mussamman Burj. Also visit Itmad ud Daulah – it is the first mughal building built out completely of marble. In many contexts it is referred to being the predecessor of the Taj Mahal.

Day 04 :: Agra - Jaipur

Taj Mahal is awaiting your arrival this morning. A must see with the rising sun as the Taj Mahal is bathed in the golden rays of the morning sun. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial that houses the tomb of his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design, balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen anywhere in the world. Return to hotel for breakfast, thereafter drive to Jaipur. En-route visiting the phantom city of Fatehpur Sikri: the erstwhile capital of the Mughal emperor Akbar the Great. See Jodhabai’s palace (Akbar’s Hindu wife) that is even bigger than his own private palace. Later visit Salim Chisti’s tomb at the nearby mosque. Salim chisti was a Sufi saint who blessed Akbar and his Hindu wife with a long awaited son. Akbar was so overwhelmed that he built a mosque in his remembrance to thank the Sufi saint. Continue drive towards Jaipur. On arrival, check-in hotel & relax.

Day 05 :: Jaipur

Today after breakfast explore the Pink City with an excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, enjoy the experience of ride on elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Afternoon sightseeing tour of City Palace in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the Central Museum. Jantar Mantar is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen, all monuments are located in the vicinity of City Palace Complex of Jaipur.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 06 :: Jaipur - Goa

After breakfast transfer to Jaipur airport in time to board your flight to Goa. On arrival at Goa airport, you shall be met by our representative , After meet & greet transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.