India – golden triangle

Days 1

Arrive Delhi. Reception and assistance on arrival. Transfer to hotel. Visit the tombs of the erstwhile rulers of Delhi. Humayun's Tomb, the Qutab Minar and the Crafts Museum. Overnight Delhi.

Days 2

Visit Old Delhi with its winding streets and crowded bazaars. The Jama Masjid which is the largest mosque in India as well as Red Fort or Lal Qila, are in the old part of the city. Overnight Delhi.

Days 3

Depart for Agra by train. Dep: 0615 hrs. Arr: 0810 hrs. Reception and assistance on arrival. Visit the Taj Mahal, the famed monument to love built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, and Agra Fort. Overnight Agra.

Days 4

Drive to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned capital of Emperor Akbar (6 hrs). It is an excellent example of Moghul architecture and is very well preserved. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight Jaipur.

Days 5

Morning visit the impressive Amer Fort with an elephant ride upto the gate. The fort is a superb example of Rajput architecture, stunningly located on a hill side over looking a lake. Afternoon visit the City Palace and Observatory. Rest of the day at leisure. Evening flight to Delhi. Overnight Delhi.

Days 6

Depart

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