Discover cultural wonders and historical remnants in Agra, Jaipur and Delhi over 6 days
Are you travelling to India for the first time? The Golden Triangle City Tour features a collection of cultural highlights and UNESCO World Heritage sites, making it the ideal tour to kickstart your infatuation with this incredibly diverse, magical country!
Discover the surreal architecture and storybook history of Jaipur, Delhi, and Agra. This easygoing tour caters to all ages. The only requirement? To have your cameras charged and ready for three different, remarkable cities.
Catch a glimpse of India’s storied past and culture as you meander the historical buildings dotting these cities, such as Jama Masjid in Delhi, Hawa Mahal in the pink-hued Jaipur, and the one and only Taj Mahal in the romantic Agra. If exploring history and meandering colourful cities is your idea of the best vacation ever, the 6-day Golden Triangle City Tour is tailor-made for you!
Highlights of the Golden Triangle City Tour
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Golden Triangle City Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Delhi
Are you ready to explore some incredible sights over the next few days? The adventure begins at the international airport in Delhi, where a tour representative will pick you and transfer you to your hotel. Enjoy a relaxing evening before the city walking and cultural visits begin!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Delhi
Meals: None
Day 2 Explore Old and New Delhi
Today marries ancient and contemporary! Catch a glimpse of the highlights of New and Old Delhi. Some of today’s highlights include the 17th-century Red Fort, Jama Masjid (a mesmerizing mosque), Chandi Chowk (a famous shopping street), the 1931 India Gate, and much more.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Delhi
Meals: None
Day 3 Visit the Taj Mahal
Pack your bags and transfer to Agra, a scenic city located along the banks of the Yamuna River. Today takes you to one of the greatest monuments in the world, the Taj Mahal. Some say it took 22 years to build this stunning, staggering monument! You’ve likely seen plenty of photos of the Taj Mahal before, but nothing compares to visiting it in person.
You’ll also visit Agra Fort today—another historical monument.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Agra
Meals: None
Day 4 Welcome to Jaipur
Transfer to Jaipur, reminiscing about the Taj Mahal en route. Fatehpur Sikri, an abandoned capital just 35km outside of Agra, is nearly as impressive, so have your camera ready.
Continue towards the pink-washed Jaipur. Check into your hotel upon arrival and spend the evening as you please, resting your feet for the city touring tomorrow.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Jaipur
Meals: None
Day 5 Explore Jaipur and Amber
Enjoy a tasty breakfast before meeting up with your guide for a day of exploring Jaipur and Amber, the former ancient capital of Jaipur. Learn more about India’s detailed, fascinating history and culture as you explore the Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Amber Fort.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Jaipur
Meals: None
Day 6 Return to Delhi
After breakfast, a tour representative will pick you up and transfer you back to Delhi. Soak in the sights rolling by as you mentally prepare to leave the Golden Triangle.
You will get dropped off at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) for your onward flight.
Overnight Location: None
Meals: None
The Golden Triangle City Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour of the Golden Triangle is run as a private tour for your group and the price per person depends on the accommodation package you prefer (please see Accommmodation for options). There may be a modest surcharge for travel during certain times of the year.
Prices below are per person:
- Guided groups of 2 staying in standard accommodation: from $790 USD
- Guided groups of 2 staying in superior accommodation: from $834 USD
- Guided groups of 2 staying in deluxe accommodation: from $895 USD
- Guided groups of 2 staying in premium accommodation: from $1,802 USD
Accommodation on the Golden Triangle City Tour
You can choose between standard, superior, deluxe, and premium hotel options on this tour. In some cases, the accommodation listed below may be swapped for other similar accommodations. Below represents the standard package.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room where possible when travelling with your group, please enquire for the pricing.
Standard Hotels
Park Inn by Radisson in Delhi ★★★★
This hotel seamlessly blends business with comfort. It offers a pool, gym, conference facilities, a swim-up bar, rooftop bar, and WiFi!
Howard Plaza - The Fern in Agra ★★★★
Bask in total leisure at this hotel! Take advantage of their WiFi, gym, pool, free breakfast, rooftop bar, massage services, and swim-up bar.
Alsisar Haveli in Jaipur ★★★
This charming hotel offers great places to relax, like a pool, spa, rooftop terrace, and bar and lounge!
Superior Hotels
The Park Hotel in New Delhi ★★★★★
This luxurious hotel offers a view of the historic Jantar Mantar. It’s also near India Gate and Humayun’s Tomb. Bask in the pool, sauna, and spa.
Jaypee Palace Hotel in Agra ★★★★★
Bask in total opulence at this enchanting 5-star resort in Agra. Despite the luxury, this hotel will feel like a home away from home.
Lemon Tree Premier Hotel in Jaipur ★★★★
Relax and enjoy the spacious, stylish Lemon Tree Premier! Take advantage of the pool and the gym.
Deluxe Hotels
The Lalit Hotel in New Delhi ★★★★★
This luxurious hotel is in a very convenient location within the reach of the hand to numerous restaurants and bars.
ITC Mughal Hotel in Agra ★★★★★
The Mughal-inspired architecture adds luxury to this hotel. Enjoy the pool, restaurant, sauna, and massage services here.
ITC Rajputana Hotel in Jaipur ★★★★★
This beautiful and luxurious hotel is well-known for a great traditional cuisine and a nice balance between modern and traditional styles.
Premium Hotels
The Imperial Hotel in New Delhi ★★★★★
This is an iconic hotel in the heart of New Delhi, that is famous for it’s luxurious setting and the beautiful little touches that makes the stay unforgettable.
The Oberoi Amarvilas Hotel in Agra ★★★★★
Located 600m from the Taj Mahal, this fancy, extravagant lodge embodies a similar spectacular beauty. Enjoy the high-class amenities offered here.
The Oberoi Rajvilas Hotel in Jaipur ★★★★★
Feel like royalty here, where private pools, marble-carved bathtubs, and lush gardens await.
What’s Included in the Golden Triangle City Tour?
Meals
No meals are included on this tour. You are responsible for buying your own meals, snacks, and beverages.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 5 nights are included on this tour. Accommodations before and after the tour in Delhi are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation is included throughout the tour, but this does not include your flights to and from Delhi.
Also Included
- English-speaking guides
- Entrance fees where applicable
Not included
- Flights to and from Delhi
- Meals
- Accommodations before and after the tour in Delhi
- Tour guide gratuity
Optional Extras
- Single occupancy upgrades
Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Triangle City Tour
Trans India Holidays was founded nearly 30 years ago in New Dehli, India. They grew their team from four dedicated travellers to 100 energetic guides and trip planners.
Trans India strives to provide the best possible value for client’s money, continually searching for ways they can upgrade their service and experiences.
Offering a range of tour styles, Trans India operates cultural, religious, adventure, wildlife, culinary, family-friendly, and sporting tours.
Looking after each little detail from the perfect hotel room to booking your tee time for you, Trans India knows how to make a holiday in India as unforgettable as possible.
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Rajiv has been working as a guide since 1996, and fell in love with sharing the ancient cultural and social roots of India with travellers. Rajiv believes that the diversity of India’s different regions in terms of food, language, and culture makes travelling the country an experience like no other. Rajiv runs all kinds of tours, but especially enjoys trekking tours. He’s climbed mountains up to 8,000 feet in -10 degrees with groups and considers those to be his greatest achievements as a guide.
- Q: What is your favourite trip to lead?
- A: I enjoy giving people walking tours of the city, because that’s the best way to give a vivid introduction to the country and also because there is an element of surprise on the streets. It cannot be controlled or planned, and I immensely enjoy presenting that world to them.
- Q: What is one experience anybody visiting your country should have?
- A: Learning to cook traditional Indian food.
- Q: What is one local dish or drink that visitors absolutely have to try?
- A: Masala Dosa, it’s very tasty.
- Q: What is the best part about guiding?
- A: Providing them with more than they expected and noticing and taking care of any discomforts the guests might experience. Sometimes the guests don’t say it, so as a guide you have to be very attentive to that.