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 The Taj Mahal is India's most
famous monument, and for good reason. The Golden Triangle
sets off the Taj Mahal in all its mystical glory against
the beautiful Pink City of Jaipur in colourful Rajasthan, making for an intensive
and spiritually fulfilling four days. Following the
'golden triangle' route of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, we stop
en route to visit the deserted city of Fatepur Sikri.
Fatepur Sikri was abandoned when the town’s water supply
dried up, and taking a wander through its deserted streets
is a surreal yet valuable experience.
The tour is ideal for fitting
into a longer itinerary in India and Nepal, and offers a
wonderful opportunity to see these gems of India's
cultural history.
ITINERARY
DAY 01 DELHI - AGRA
We meet in Delhi and make an early morning transfer to the railway station for the
Shatabdi Express to Agra, a journey of approximately
three hours. On arrival we transfer to your hotel
and begin our sightseeing tour, starting at the immortal
Taj Mahal. We spend several hours exploring this
sacred sight and learning its history before exploring
Agra’s Red Fort set high above the city. Overnight
is spent at Agra.
DAY 02 AGRA - JAIPUR
We take a morning excursion to Fatephur Sikri, the
deserted city. In the afternoon we transfer
by car to Jaipur, 235 kms away, and check into your hotel on arrival.
DAY 03 JAIPUR
We take a morning city
sightseeing tour of the Pink City of Jaipur.
Jaipur was constructed in 1727
out of local pink sandstone that glows gloriously in the
setting sun, providing a spectacular backdrop to the
typical Rajasthani cultural sights that continue to thrive
here in their traditional manner. We take time to
absorb the charms of this wonderful city, visiting
the elaborate City Palace and the Royal Observatory. The afternoon
is free to explore the colourful bazaars and shop for
traditional Rajasthani handicrafts.
DAY 04 JAIPUR - DELHI
We transfer from Jaipur to Delhi by car, and on arrival we
transfer to the airport or station for your onward
journey, or to your onward hotel. Tour ends.
TOUR
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation
on a room-only basis.
All transfers by car including pick-ups and drop-offs at
airport or station.
All
travel by rail in first class cabins as specified: Delhi -
Agra on the Shatabdi Express.
All sightseeing tours as specified.
Tour Cost
Per Person on Twin Sharing : - USD $ 212
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