The Golden Triangle Tour

India has become one of the hottest destinations for savvy travelers, and we've got just the right tour—at just the right price—so you can check out this incredible destination. Our Taj Mahal Express will take you to the "Golden Triangle" of India, from fascinating and exotic Delhi, to Agra and the Taj Mahal, the world's most famous and lovely monument to love, to Jaipur, the "pink city", full of gorgeous, lavish mansions and palaces. An optional extension to mysterious Nepal is also available. At including airfare, you can't afford to miss the chance to see India for yourself.

Day 1: Depart USA. Your exotic journey to India begins from USA to New Delhi,India.

Day 2: Arrive Delhi. Evening arrival in India's capital. You'll be escorted to your first class hotel.

Day 3: Delhi/Agra. After a good night's sleep and breakfast, drive to Agra, an ancient city that came into prominence in Medieval times under the patronage of the Mughal rulers. Highlight of your day is a visit to the breathtaking, perfectly proportioned Taj Mahal. This 17th century, white marble mausoleum was built by Emperor Shah Jahan to enshrine the mortal remains of his Queen, Mumtaz Mahal. Transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

Agra Fort

Day 4: Agra. Enjoy the day at leisure to explore Agra. You will be offered several interesting optional tours, including a visit to the Agra Fort, where the Emperor Shah Jahan, imprisoned by his own son, watched the building of the Taj Mahal; Itmad-ud-daulah, known as the "baby Taj", the first Mughal structure totally built from marble; Sikandra, the sandstone and marble tomb of Akbar which blends Islamic, Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Christian motifs and styles, and other interesting sites. 

Fatehpur Sikri, India

Day 5: Agra/Fatehpur Sikri/Jaipur. After breakfast, depart Agra for Fatehpur Sikri, the once-glittering capital later abandoned due to scarcity of water. You'll marvel at the well-preserved buildings and red sandstone palaces. Later, continue to Jaipur and check into your hotel.

Palace of Winds, Jaipur, India

Day 6: Jaipur. Explore Jaipur on your own or take optional tours to some of the famous pink sandstone buildings for which this city is known, including the City Palace Museum, housing the magnificent art collections of the Maharajas of Jaiputo. Another optional tour takes you to the Amber Fort, ancient capital of Rajasthan, where you'll view the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory, and you'll have a chance to ride an elephant to the hill where the Amber Fort is situated. 

Red Fort, Delhi, India

Day 7: Jaipur/Delhi. After breakfast you'll drive back to Delhi. This afternoon, explore Delhi on your own or take an optional tour that includes the 12th century hand-carved Kutab Minar, the Birla Temple and the India Gate, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, the Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, and the magnificent Red Fort, built in 1648 as a symbol of Mughal's power.

Day 8: Delhi/USA. Early this morning your memorable journey ends as you depart New Delhi and arrive back home.  

Please note, all hotel accommodations are first class and assigned at the time of the booking. For more information on the tour, please email us at info@abctravels.com