Tour India - The Golden Triangle

Besides visiting such tourist sights as Humayun's Tomb (1586), the Qutab Minar, Red Fort and the regular sites, we also try to get to the soul of this vibrant city. We would as would the natives do, ride 3 wheel cycle rickshaws through the narrow, bustling and Colourful streets of Old Delhi, brief visit to a progressive Hindu temple to witness the prayer service and the spiritual ambience of the institute.

DAY 1 ARRIVAL DELHI
Traditional welcome with garlands and transfer to hotel for overnight.

DAY 2 DELHI
Delhi is just not a city but it is a book which narrates the history of India. Your tour presents the highlights of Old and New Delhi - Jamma Mosque, the largest in India, The Qutab Minar, The Humayun's Tomb, Raj ghat, the bazaars and shops in all their colours introduce you to the Indian magic.

DAY 3 DELHI
Morning, a tour of the Dilli Haat Food and Craft Bazaar, which offers the visiting tourist not only the arts and handicrafts of the country at one place, but also the cuisine and performing arts from different parts of the country. Welcome dinner & home visit : This evening visit an Indian family for an Indian home experience. The evening is designed to give you a 'feel' and insight into Indian family life as well as experience typical Indian hospitality and home made Indian food.

DAY 4 DELHI/JAIPUR
A drive through one of India's finest roads brings you to Jaipur. The city is best explored on foot and only the inquisitive visitor willing to go into the rastaas (streets) and galis (lanes) will feel the spirit of the city. Jaipur's colourful bazaars tantalize the eye with enameled blue pottery, exquisite gem-studded jewelry, engraved brass work, traditional block-printed fabrics and brightly patterned dhurrie rugs together with traditional crafts and miniature painting.

DAY 5 JAIPUR
This morning visit Amber Fort which is set on the dry wrinkled Aravali Hills and surrounded by fortified battlements. Ride up to this hilltop palace on a caparisoned, painted elephant. Your guide will elaborate on the history of this architectural masterpiece with its mirror-studded alcoves, dazzling mosaics and water-cooled swings that delight today's visitors as they did their former royal residents.Visit the Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds. Your tours of Jaipur also include the City Palace & Observatory. The Solar Observatory - an astronomical treasure house, with solar devices that give accurate predictions till date.

DAY 6 JAIPUR/FATEHPUR SIKRI/AGRA
Following breakfast drive to Fatehpur Sikri for a guided tour. This abandoned capital of the Mughals is a perfectly preserved city at the height of the empire's splendour. Afternoon, ride to the massive Agra Fort;. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. The maze of the courtyards, mosques & private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire.

DAY 7 AGRA/DELHI
Agra is the city of the Taj Mahal, perhaps the most photographed monument in the world. However, no matter how many pictures you have seen or no matter how high your expectations are, the Taj never lets you down - the unparalleled glory and beauty of the building surpasses beyond all human imaginations. At sun rise visit the Taj Mahal to witness this spectacular monument built for love. Late afternoon, drive to Delhi. Upon arrival, we stop at an airport hotel for refreshments before being transferred to the airport.

DAY 8 DEPART NEW DELHI
Early morning depart for home city.