Tour overview

Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi – Jaipur – Agra – Orchha – Khajuraho – Jhansi – Delhi

This ultimate Golden Triangle Tour includes India’s most popular cities: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur,
Orchha, Khajuraho & Jhansi. This special tour includes activities like a rickshaw ride in the
streets of Old Delhi, a golf cart ride to the world-famous Taj Mahal and an experience of a
thrilling Elephant ride to Amer Fort in Jaipur. Also, a sunrise or sunset visit to the Taj Mahal. This
tour also takes you to the 16th Century city, Orchha and its splendid palaces. Then, to the
world-famous Hindu & Jain group temples of Khajuraho known for erotic sculptures &
traditionally ornated Carvings.

Highlights:

  • Check your wishlist at the magnificent Taj Mahal
  • Witness the culture and grandeur of these most visited cities
  • Explore the phenomenal architecture of 16 AD century City, Orchha
  • Learn about the 10th-century ancient temples of Khajuraho known & its Erotic Sculptures
  • Experience the fun and excitement of riding aboard India’s fastest train Gatimaan Express

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional live tour guide
  • Experienced licenced driver
  • Transport by private air-conditioned car
  • Transport, parking, Gasoline, and tollways
  • Air-conditioned train tickets (Chair car)
  • Unlimited water bottles during traveling & sightseeing
  • Accommodation in 3/4/5 star hotels as per your choice
  • Rickshaw Ride in old city Delhi in Chandni Chowk Area

Not Included

  • Lunch/Dinner/Any optional trip
  • Monument entrance fees and camera fees
  • Anything not specified under the above inclusions

Day 01: Delhi Arrival - Pickup - Overnight in Delhi

Meet our company representative on your arrival in Delhi who will assist you in the transfer to
your pre-booked hotel. After a brief introduction to your tour, you will have free time to adapt to
the new time zone and enjoy the convenience of the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure
or relaxing. In case, you arrive early and you want to explore something, then have a short visit
to the Akshardham Temple. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi City Tour - Jaipur

Today after breakfast, start your tour of Old & New Delhi by stopping at Red Fort for photos.
Then visit Jama Masjid, India's biggest mosque. You will have an amazing ride on a Rickshaw in
the Chandni Chowk market. Next visit Rajghat, which is a memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Then
visit Humayun's Tomb, this UNESCO World Heritage Site was commissioned by Humayun's first
wife “Bega Begum '' in 1565. You'll also visit Qutub Minar, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a
73-meters tall victory tower built in the 12th century. Next, stop for photos at India Gate, a war
memoria. Then, drive past the President's House and Parliament House. After the tour, you will
be taken to Jaipur. Arrive at Jaipur and check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 03: Jaipur City Tour

After your early breakfast in Jaipur, meet your guide and begin your sightseeing from the Amer
Fort, which is placed at the Top of Aravalli Hill. A magnificent and extensive palace complex.
After the fort, you can head to the City Palace, the then seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur. The
blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture is amazing here. Next to the City Palace is Jantar
Mantar, a magnificent observatory that features the world's largest stone sundial. There will also
be photo stops for Jal Mahal (water palace), Hawa Mahal (wind palace). You may also explore
the bustling and colorful local market in The Pink City. After an amazing tour, come back to your
hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 04: Jaipur - Agra (240 km- 5 hours)

After breakfast, you will drive to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri, built in the 16th century by Mughal
Emperor, Akbar, the Great. It served as the capital of his vast empire and was mysteriously
abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. Continue your journey, arrive at Agra and
check-in the hotel. Stay overnight at the Agra.

Day 05: Agra City Tour

At 6 AM, our driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel to visit "Taj Mahal at sunrise" a
UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Taj Mahal is an ivory-coloured white marble mausoleum on
the south bank of the Yamuna River. After the tour, come back to the hotel and enjoy your
breakfast. After breakfast, you will be driven to explore the Tomb of the third Mughal Emperor
Akbar at Sikandra. Later visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah (known as "Baby Taj"). This tomb, sometimes
referred to as the "jewelry box" or "baby Taj," is often considered the draft for the Taj Mahal.
After your tour, come back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Agra.

Day 06: Agra – Orchha (260 km 5-6 hours)

After early morning breakfast, departure for Orchha. Town in Niwari district of Madhya Pradesh
state. On arriving, check-in and have short leisure. In the evening, visit Raja Mahal, Shri Ram
Raja Temple and Chatarbuzi Temple that is adorned with the most beautiful flower murals of the
Bundela School of Painting. Stay overnight in Orchha.

Day 07: Orchha – Khajuraho (180 kms 4 hours)

Post breakfast, Head towards Khajuraho. One of the most visited popular tourist landmarks is
located in Madhya Pradesh. The old and beautiful architecture of Khajuraho temples will give
you an incomparable experience. Overnight stay at Khajuraho.

Day 08: Khajuraho City Tour - Jhansi (175 km 3 hours)

This morning after breakfast, proceed for a full day city tour of Khajuraho, visit the
world-renowned Khajuraho temples, known for their erotic sculptures. There are Eastern and
Western groups of temples and all of them are worth visiting. After your tour by evening, you will
be driven to Jhansi. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 09: Jhansi City Tour - Delhi (By India’s fastest train)

After breakfast, explore the Jhansi City, the site of India's first war of independence fought in
1857 by the brave Queen Rani Lakshmi Bai. Visit Jhansi Fort and Rani Lakshmi Bai Palace,
now converted into a museum that houses various historical artifacts and the entire first floor is
dedicated to Rani Lakshmi Bai. Late afternoon you will be driven to Jhansi Railway station to
board the Gatimaan Express. Start your journey back to Delhi, at 15:00 PM and board the
Gatimaan train, reaching Delhi at 19:30 PM. Upon arrival, you'll be taken to your pre-booked
hotel in Delhi by private car. Overnight in Delhi.

Day 10: Delhi Departure - Tour Ends

After breakfast, transfer to Delhi Airport /Train Station for your onward journey. The trip ends
here. You will take back lovely memories of the many enchanting destinations of your tour

For more information on golden triangle tours in India contact Joyful Holidays or call +919971917676.

This is only a suggested itinerary. We will customize it according to your or your flight’s arrival and departure schedule.