Delhi, Agra, Jaipur 3-Day Golden Triangle Tour by Car

Enjoy this Delhi to Agra and Jaipur 3-Day Golden Triangle Tour by Car. See incredible places such as the Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, and the Amber Fort. Visit the "pink city" of Jaipur and stroll the streets with your professional guide. Delight in daily breakfast and provided accommodations.

Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi City Tour and 3-Hrs drive to Agra

Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
Begin your day with a pickup from your New Delhi hotel or the Indira Gandhi International Airport at 9am.

In New Delhi we visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty, who took possession of Delhi in 1206. It is a red sandstone tower, standing tall at a height of 72.5 meters and is covered with intricate carvings and verses from the holy Qur'an.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
You'll also see the India Gate, a memorial raised in honor of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war. Drive past the government buildings the President’s House and Parliament House dating back to the time of British Raj.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
After the Delhi sightseeing take the 3-hour drive to Agra in the early evening.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotel: Ramada or similar / Overnight at a 5* Hotel: The Hilton or similar

Day 2: Agra City Tour and 4-Hrs drive to Jaipur

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Pickup at 6am early morning at sunrise we leave to explore the monumental heritage of the Great Mughals, visit the magnificent Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), a UNESCO World Heritage Site one of the Seven Wonders of the World and surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It's a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone – « undoubtedly the highlight of the tour ».
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Next we, enjoy tour of the imposing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
After Agra sightseeing we four hours drive to the "pink city" of Jaipur.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
Optional: While en route to Jaipur, stop to visit Fatehpur Sikri, described as the world’s most perfectly preserved ghost town.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotel: Ramada or similar / Overnight at a 5* Hotel: The Hilton or similar

Day 3: Jaipur City Tour and 4-Hrs drive to Delhi

Stop At: Amber Palace, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India
Meet your guide at your Jaipur hotel in Jaipur at approximately 8am. Begin the tour by visiting the Amber Fort. The Amber Fort is situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City and is beautifully reflected in the lake below. Inside the fort, you will encounter the world-renowned Jai Mandir temple with its dazzling Sheesh Mahal hall of mirrors. The walls and the ceiling of the Mahal are covered with a beautiful array of mirrors, which reflect any streak of light, illuminating the entire room.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Jal Mahal, Amer Road, Jaipur 302002 India
Continue the tour by making a photo stop at Jal Mahal around 11am. This Rajput style "Water Palace" sits in the center of the Man Sarobar lake. The lake is often dry during the summer, but the winter monsoons frequently turn it into a beautiful lake filled with water hyacinths.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur 302002 India
Next, you will visit the Hawa Mahal, another Rajput landmark also known as the Palace of the Winds, for more photo opportunities. The five story Hawa Mahal was built in 1799A.D. along the main street of the old city. It is a pink sandstone masterpiece with semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
You will visit the City Palace and Ovservetory which is located in the heart of the old city. Once the royal residence of the King of Jaipur, the palace was built using a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. It features carved arches, intricately crafted columns and two carved marble elephants that guard the entrance.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Gem Palace, M I Road Jayanti Market, Jaipur 302001 India
If time permits, explore Jaipur's cottage industry specializing in hand-woven carpets and textiles, allowing you to witness how silk carpets are made.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
In the evening, transfer to New Delhi, where you will be brought to the airport or your accommodations.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.