Golden Square Tour
Duration : 06 Nights - 07 Days
Itinerary at a Glance : Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Mandawa – Delhi
Introduction - Golden Square Tour
The essence of all Golden Triangle and Rajasthan tour packages in India keeps you in a relaxed mood according to your comfort level and sticks to the three big cities of the Northern India Delhi, Agra and Jaipur with the accompaniments of another historic cities. This is the world famous tours and always has been first choice for all travelers visiting India first time.
Day 01: DELHI
On arrival at Indira Gandhi International airport, meet & greet by our representative & transfer to Hotel. Overnight at hotel.
New Delhi: The capital and the third largest city of India is a fusion of the ancient and the modern era. Standing along the west End of Gangetic Plain, the capital city, Delhi, unwinds a picture rich with culture, architecture and human diversity, deep in history, monuments, museums, galleries, gardens and exotic shows. Comprising of two contrasting yet harmonious parts, the Old Delhi and New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India.
Delhi is a palimpsest, bearing the complexities, the contradictions, the beauty and the dynamism of a city where the past coexists with the present. Many dynasties ruled from here and the city is rich in the architecture of its monuments. Diverse cultural elements absorbed into the daily life of the city have enriched its character.
Day 02: DELHI
After breakfast proceed for full day city tour of old & New Delhi, drive past Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghats, Lotus Temple, Laxmi Narayan Mandir, India Gate, Humayun Tomb, President House and Qutub Minar. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: DELHI – AGRA
After breakfast at hotel drive to Agra (04 hrs drive), arrive & check into hotel.
Afternoon move out for the sight seeing tour to the magnificent Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Taj Mahal of India - "the epitome of love", "a monument of immeasurable beauty". The beauty of this magnificent monument is such that it is beyond the scope of words. The thoughts that come into the mind while watching the Taj Mahal of Agra is not just its phenomenal beauty, but the immense love which was the reason behind its construction. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan got this monument constructed in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, with whom he fell in love at the first sight. The very first sight of the Taj Mahal, the epitome of love and romance leaves one mesmerized.
Agra Fort - Built by the famous Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction. It lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. Akbar built it as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04: AGRA – JAIPUR
In the morning leave for Jaipur (06 hrs drive) enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, 37 km west of Agra. Jalal-ud-din-Muhammad Akbar, Humanyun's son, accessed the throne at the tender age of 14 yrs. While hunting around Sikri his curiosity was aroused by the songs of some minstrels about the celebrated Khwaja -Mu'inu'd-din Chisti, the founder of the Chisti order of SUFIS. Akbar, who was not having any child heard about Saint Salim Chisti and visited him in the year 1568. The saint blessed him with 3 sons and in gratitude Akbar ordered the great mosque of Fatehpur Sikri built under his supervision. As a mark of respect to the saint, Akbar shifted his capital to Fatehpur Sikri and built various secular buildings like the Diwan-E-Aam, Diwan-E-Khas, Jodhabai palace, Birbal's house, Marian's house and the Panchmahal.On arrival at Jaipur check in into hotel.
Evening to shop around the illuminated old markets of this lovely city. Overnight at hotel
Jaipur: Jaipur is the first planned city of India, located in the desert land of Rajasthan. The city that once had been the capital of the royalty, now serves as the capital city of Rajasthan. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal family. In the present date, Jaipur is the major business centre for the natives of Rajasthan with all requisites of a metropolitan city. The city of Jaipur, painted in pink, grasp the appreciation of every visitor. One can see that hoary charm still alive in the avenues of Jaipur. Jaipur is the reservoir of Indian customs, traditions, civilization and legacy.
Day 05: JAIPUR
After breakfast at hotel move out to visit Amber fort on the elephant's back.
Amber Fort is usually pronounced as Amer Fort. In 1592, construction of the Fort was started by Raja Man Singh I. However, the Amber Fort took its present form during the reign of Raja Jai Singh I. Later in afternoon visit the city palace (A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture), Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), Jantar Mantar (consisting of outsized astronomical instruments).
Overnight at hotel.
Day 06: JAIPUR – MANDAWA
After breakfast at hotel drive to Mandawa (04 hrs drive), on arrival at Mandawa check into hotel.
Later sightseeing of Mandawa visit Haveli and Open-air painting.
Mandawa is located in the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, known throughout the state for its forts and havelis. The structures of this place reminds one of the cultural and social hotspot in India.
Founded in the mid 18th century Mandawa is dominated by an imposing fort, now a heritage hotel that is maintained in classic medieval style with modern luxuries. The archway is painted with interesting forms of Lord Krishna and his cowherds. The sprawling architecture houses different themes in different wings.
Mandawa is famous for its Havelis (mansion) built by rich merchants of the region, display a unique architectural style. The Havelis, painted predominantly in blue, maroon, yellow, green and indigo have beautiful wall paintings that adorn their walls.
Day 07: MANDAWA – DELHI
After breakfast at hotel drive (06 hrs drive) to Delhi, on arrival transfer to airport to board on flight for onward destination.