5 days Golden Triangle tour, Delhi Agra Jaipur tour by road

5 days Days

The Golden Triangle is India's most famous travel route. It is the perfect choice for first-time visitors because it shows you the country's rich history, beautiful buildings, and vibrant culture.

The tour connects three major cities that form a triangle on the map:

Delhi: The capital city, full of old and new history.
Agra: The home of the famous Taj Mahal.
Jaipur: The "Pink City," famous for its royal palaces and forts.

Top Highlights of Each City

Delhi (The Capital City)

Old Delhi: Ride a rickshaw through the busy streets of Chandni Chowk and visit Jama Masjid, one of India’s largest mosques.
New Delhi: Drive past famous landmarks like India Gate and the Parliament Building, and visit historic monuments like Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb.

Agra (The City of the Taj Mahal)

The Taj Mahal: A beautiful white marble monument built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is best to visit at sunrise.
Agra Fort: A huge red sandstone fort that was once the main home of Mughal emperors.
Fatehpur Sikri: An ancient, well-preserved stone city located on the way from Agra to Jaipur.

Jaipur (The Pink City)

Amber Fort: A large, historic fort located on a hill, known for its beautiful courtyards and traditional design.
City Palace & Jantar Mantar: Visit the home of the royal family and explore an old outdoor observatory used to study the stars.
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds): A unique building with hundreds of small windows, built so royal women could watch city life below without being seen.

Helpful Tips for Travelers

Best Time to Go: Visit between October and March for comfortable weather. Summers (April to June) are extremely hot.
Important Note: The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday, so make sure to plan your travel days carefully!
How to Travel: Hiring a private car with a driver or booking a guided tour is the easiest way to travel comfortably between all three cities.

Day 1/ Arrive in Delhi & Sightseeing

Morning: Arrive in Delhi. Your driver or guide will welcome you. Check in to your hotel and freshen up.
Afternoon: Visit Qutub Minar (a very tall, ancient stone tower) and Humayun’s Tomb (a beautiful garden tomb that looks like the Taj Mahal).
Evening: Take a fun rickshaw ride through the busy streets of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi. See the grand Jama Masjid Mosque from the outside.
Night: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and stay overnight in Delhi.

Day 2/ Delhi to Agra (Drive & Taj Mahal Sunset)

Morning: After breakfast, check out of your hotel and drive to Agra (about a 3.5 to 4-hour drive on the highway).
Afternoon: Arrive in Agra and check in to your hotel.
Late Afternoon: Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal just before sunset to watch the white marble glow in the orange evening light.
Night: Have dinner with a view of the city and stay overnight in Agra.

Day 3/ Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri

Morning: Visit the grand Agra Fort (a massive red sandstone fort where emperors used to live).
Afternoon: Leave Agra for Jaipur. On the way, stop to explore Fatehpur Sikri, a stunning deserted red sandstone city built in the 16th century.
Evening: Arrive in Jaipur (the Pink City) by evening, check in to your hotel.
Night: Stay overnight in Jaipur.

Day 4/ Jaipur City Tour

Morning: Visit the majestic Amber Fort on a hill. You can walk up or take a jeep ride. Enjoy the beautiful mirror work inside the fort. On the way back, take photos of Hawa Mahal (the Palace of Winds with its hundreds of small windows).
Afternoon: Explore the City Palace Museum (where the king still has a royal residence) and Jantar Mantar (an amazing ancient stone observatory used to study the stars).
Evening: Shop for colorful local handicrafts, textiles, and jewelry in the local bazaars of Jaipur.
Night: Stay overnight in Jaipur.

Day 5/ Jaipur back to Delhi & Departure

Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel in Jaipur and check out.
Afternoon: Drive back from Jaipur to Delhi (about 6 hours).
Evening: Arrive back in Delhi. Depending on your schedule, you can do some last-minute shopping or head straight to the Delhi Airport or railway station for your journey home.

Note:

Special packages with luxury hotel Taj and The Oberoi.
Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday.
Special discounts for golden triangle group tours.

All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary.
Private air-conditioned vehicle.
Tourist friendly and experienced chauffeur.
5 nights accommodation on twin sharing.
Breakfast at the hotels.
English speaking private tour guide. (language guide on request)
Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
Tuk-Tuk ride in Agra.
Battery van up-to green area nearby Taj Mahal.
Jeep ride to Amber Fort, Jaipur.
Cultural dance show in Jaipur with dinner.
Monument entrance fees of mentioned places.
Parking, toll and driver allowance.
All applicable taxes.