India · Monuments

5-Day Golden Triangle Tour of Delhi Agra and Jaipur with Taj Mahal

5 Days Round trip from Delhi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Qutab Minar, the tallest stone tower in India and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 02 Marvel at the beauty of the Taj Mahal, the jewel of Muslim art in India
  • 03 Admire Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, built of red and pink sandstone in Jaipur
  • 04 Experience Akshardham Temple, where the Mandir, exhibitions, and gardens echo with spirituality
  • 05 Visit Amber Fort and enjoy an elephant ride

Get introduced to the historical and cultural aspects of India's major cities through visits to monuments, temples, forts, museums, and more. Start in the national capital, Delhi, continue to Agra, the city of the Mughals, and then travel to Jaipur, the Pink City, which sparkles with the glory of the Rajputs. Shop for local handicrafts, interact with locals, and learn about their culture on this 5-day tour of India's Golden Triangle.

Witness a demonstration of Marble Inlays Art, the splendid craft of Agra, using the same marble art technique seen on the Taj Mahal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Delhi, Jaipur, Agra
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival and Heritage Sights in Delhi

  • Get picked up from the airport or your preferred location in Delhi by your Indian tour guide.

  • Proceed to Jama Masjid.

  • Visit the Red Fort.

  • View Raj Ghat after lunch. It is a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi.

  • En route, visit India Gate, the President's House, and other government buildings.

  • By evening, you are free for leisure activities at the hotel or to enjoy shopping at the local market.

Overnight in Delhi.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Delhi Monuments and Temples Tour

  • After breakfast at the hotel, start a full-day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Witness Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in India and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Visit the Lotus Temple, which is a Bahai House of Worship.

  • See Humayun's Tomb, the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun.

  • Travel to Akshardham Temple after lunch and experience how each element of Akshardham echoes with spirituality - the Mandir, the exhibitions, and even the gardens.

  • You may also enjoy shopping and roaming around the local market.

Overnight in Delhi.

3
Day 03

Drive to Agra and Visit the Taj Mahal

  • Drive to Agra.

  • Proceed to see the Taj Mahal after checking into the hotel.

  • Witness a demonstration of Marble Inlays Art, the splendid craft of Agra, using the same marble art technique seen on the Taj Mahal.

  • Visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, after lunch.

  • Enjoy leisure time by relaxing at the hotel or shopping at the local markets.

    • Optional: Visit an Indian home to experience Indian culture by applying henna on your hand, eating dinner, enjoying a cooking demonstration, and taking part in dancing and singing.

Overnight in Agra.

4
Day 04

Journey to Jaipur via Galtaji Temple

  • Drive to Jaipur.

  • En route, visit Galtaji Temple, which is famous for its architectural beauty and is also known as the Monkey Temple.

  • Enjoy leisure activities such as relaxing at the hotel or shopping for local handicrafts at the markets.

Overnight in Jaipur.

5
Day 05

Jaipur Sightseeing and Return to Delhi

  • Visit Amber Fort and enjoy an elephant ride.

  • See Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds.

  • View Jantar Mantar, the observatory.

  • Stroll through the City Palace Museum, which contains the original collection of the Maharajas of Jaipur.

  • Look at Jal Mahal, the water palace located in the middle of Man Sagar Lake, after lunch.

  • Enjoy your free evening and shop for local handicrafts.

  • Drive back to Delhi and get dropped off at the airport, hotel, or your preferred location.

Qutab Minar, Taj Mahal, Amber Fort, Jal Mahal on Man Sagar Lake

Where this trip takes you

Qutab Minar, Taj Mahal, Amber Fort, Jal Mahal on Man Sagar Lake

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Delhi 3 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

  • 4 nights' accommodation at the hotel

  • Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels

  • One drinking water bottle per guest per day

  • All sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary by private A/C vehicle

  • One professional English-speaking Indian guide for sightseeing

  • Tonga ride (horse cart) or rickshaw ride in Agra

  • All taxes and charges such as toll tax, parking, driver allowances, and state tax

What's Not Included

  • Meals at hotels except those listed in the inclusions above

  • Entrance fees at all sightseeing spots and camera fees

  • Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities for the guide and driver, tipping, porters, and telephone charges

  • Anything not listed in the inclusions above

  • Any flight charges

Know before you go

  • Optional: The sunset view of Taj Mahal or an Indian home visit with a cooking demo along with Henna.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Delhi, India
Tour start
Delhi, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Delhi.

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