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9-Day Golden Triangle Tour with Shimla and Manali in India

9 Days Round trip from New Delhi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Shimla, and Manali in one journey
02 Admire the Taj Mahal at sunrise and visit Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri
03 Discover Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal in Jaipur
04 Experience Kufri, Jakhoo Temple, Mall Road, and Christ Church in Shimla
05 Enjoy Solang Valley, Vashisht Hot Springs, and Hadimba Temple in Manali
06 Take in scenic Himalayan drives and panoramic mountain views

Discover the cultural wonders and natural beauty of this 9-day Golden Triangle tour with Shimla and Manali, covering Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Shimla, and Manali. Visit iconic monuments, vibrant markets, temples, hill stations, and scenic Himalayan viewpoints along the way. Admire the Taj Mahal at sunrise, enjoy guided sightseeing at major landmarks, and experience the charm of Kufri, Solang Valley, and historic city highlights throughout this enriching journey.

Visit the Taj Mahal early in the morning.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Chandigarh, Delhi, Shimla, Jaipur, Agra, Manali, Fatehpur Sikri

Languages English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Delhi and Half-Day City Tour

Pick-up from the airport or hotel.
Visit India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan from the outside.
Explore Qutub Minar and Lotus Temple.
Check in at the hotel and relax.

Overnight in Delhi.

Day 02

Delhi to Agra and Agra Sightseeing

Drive to Agra (3.5-4 hours).
Visit Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah.
Enjoy the sunset view at Mehtab Bagh.

Overnight in Agra.

Day 03

Taj Mahal Sunrise and Drive to Jaipur

Visit the Taj Mahal early in the morning.
Return for breakfast.
Drive to Jaipur.
Stop at Fatehpur Sikri on the way.
Check in at the Jaipur hotel.

Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 04

Jaipur City Sightseeing

Visit Amber Fort (optional jeep or elephant ride).
Stop for photos at Jal Mahal.
Explore City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal.
Spend the evening at the local markets.

Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 05

Jaipur to Shimla via Delhi

Option 1: Drive from Jaipur to Delhi, then continue to Shimla.
Option 2: Take a direct private transfer from Jaipur to Shimla.
Enjoy a scenic drive through the foothills of the Himalayas.
Check in at the Shimla hotel.

Overnight in Shimla.

Day 06

Shimla and Kufri Sightseeing

Visit Kufri and Himalayan Nature Park (horse riding or yak ride optional).
Explore Jakhoo Temple and see the famous Hanuman statue.
Walk through Mall Road, The Ridge, and Christ Church.

Overnight in Shimla.

Day 07

Scenic Drive from Shimla to Manali

Drive to Manali via scenic valleys and rivers (7-8 hours).
Check in at the hotel.
Evening free for leisure.

Overnight in Manali.

Day 08

Manali Local Sightseeing and Solang Valley

Visit Hadimba Temple, Van Vihar, and Vashisht Hot Springs in the morning.
Take an afternoon trip to Solang Valley.
Optional seasonal adventure activities include paragliding, zorbing, zipline, and snow games in winter.
Return to the hotel.

Overnight in Manali.

Day 09