12-Day Golden Triangle, Mumbai and Goa Tour with Taj Mahal

• Meet our representative at a pre-decided location in Delhi.
• Get transferred to your pre-booked hotel, complete the check-in formalities, and relax for some time.
• After that, head to Chandni Chowk and take a cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk and Khari Baoli Spice Market, a busy shopping area filled with spices, dried fruit, silver jewellery, and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery, and traditional Indian sweets.
• Overnight stay at the Delhi hotel.

• Visit the Red Fort, constructed by Shah Jahan in 1638 when the capital shifted from Agra to Delhi. It was the primary residence of the Mughal Dynasty and is located in the city centre. It is made from red sandstone, which is where it gets its name. The Red Fort has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007.
• Travel to Qutub Minar, a unique five-storey tapering tower with a height of 73 metres. This famous historical monument is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Take a look at India Gate, a war memorial located near the Rajpath. It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the war.
• Check out Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. It is a black stone platform in an open-air complex that marks Gandhi's cremation spot.
• Pay your respects at Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the country. Jama Masjid is made of red sandstone and marble. It was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people every day.
• Head to Humayun's Tomb, the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1558 and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects chosen by her.

Overnight stay in the Delhi hotel.

• Take a 4-hour drive to Agra from Delhi.
• Arrive in Agra and visit the Taj Mahal, an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the southern bank of the Yamuna River in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a magnificent sight for the eyes.
• Travel to Agra Fort, a historic fort that was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before colonial rule, the last Indian rulers to occupy the fort were the Marathas.
• Shop at the old Agra market.
• Travel to your hotel in Agra and spend the night there.

• Travel to Jaipur from Agra via Fatehpur Sikri and Chand Baori.
• Halt for sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, a small city in northern India founded by a 16th-century Mughal emperor. Red sandstone buildings cluster at the city centre. Enter through the grand Buland Darwaza gate, which leads to the entrance of the Jama Masjid mosque. Nearby is the marble Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Also, check out Jodha Bai's Palace, a unique fusion of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles.
• Visit Chand Baori, built during the 8th and 9th centuries. It has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, descending 20 m to the bottom of the well.
• Arrive in Jaipur and visit the colourful local markets of the city.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Jaipur.

• Visit Amer Fort, situated on the top of a hill and built by Raja Man Singh I. It is known for its artistic elements and unique architecture. The Maota Lake located in front of the monument acts as a source of water for the fort.
• Spend time at the City Palace and learn about its history. It was originally the administrative and ceremonial seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur and was constructed in 1721. It was also the location of religious and cultural events that took place at that time. It now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum and continues to be the home of the Jaipur royal family.
• Check out the Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds. It is made with red and pink sandstone, which makes it stand out from the surroundings. The palace is a five-storey pyramidal-shaped monument and was built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799.
• Explore Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in 1734. It is a collection of nineteen astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye.
• Travel to Jal Mahal, a floating palace situated in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. The palace and the lake were renovated and expanded in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber.
• Shop at Johari Bazaar, a shopper's paradise and a must-visit in Jaipur. This market of exquisite jewellery and artefacts can immerse shoppers in its glittering glory. It is considered to be one of the oldest markets in Jaipur.
• Travel back to the hotel and stay the night in the Jaipur hotel.

• After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport to board the flight to Mumbai.
• Previously known as Bombay, Mumbai is a city located along the Arabian Sea. It is a thriving city that attracts tourists for its centuries-old Elephanta Caves, vibrant shopping bazaars, mouth-watering street food, and much more. It is also home to the Bollywood industry, making it India's entertainment capital.
• Upon arrival in Mumbai, you will meet our representative, who will assist you with your transfer to the hotel. Check in at the hotel.
• In the evening, visit Marine Drive, also known as the Queen's Necklace. It is the heart and soul of Mumbai, stretched across the coast of the Arabian Sea. At night, it is lit up with lights and looks like a dazzling necklace, which is why it is called the Queen's Necklace.

Overnight stay in the Mumbai hotel.

• After breakfast, proceed for Mumbai sightseeing with a first visit to the Elephanta Caves on Elephanta Island. Enjoy a ferry ride from the Gateway of India to the Elephanta Caves, built between the 5th and 8th centuries. These caves are originally a set of rock-cut cave temples. Take the ferry ride back to the Gateway of India.
• Spend time clicking photographs at the Gateway of India, one of the prime landmarks of Mumbai. Built in 1924, it was constructed in honour of King George V and Queen Mary's visit to India in 1911.
• Next, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, also called Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, built during the early 20th century. This museum is a blend of Indo-Saracenic architecture with an impressive Mughal white dome atop the building. It is said to have around 2,000 miniature paintings and artefacts from the Indus Valley civilization.
• Later, visit the Hanging Garden, established in 1880 at Malabar Hill. A splendid view of the Arabian Sea adds to the beauty of this natural realm. A striking flower clock is the main attraction here.
• Then return to the hotel, or spend the rest of the time at leisure or visiting the market.

Overnight stay in the Mumbai hotel.

• After breakfast, leave for Goa. Before your flight, visit Dharavi in Mumbai. This tour shows the reality of what it is like to live and work in one of the world's largest slum settlements. Despite common misconceptions, the people who live in Dharavi run businesses and participate in life to the fullest. On this tour, you will see how people make the best of difficult situations and discover a side of Mumbai far from the glitz and glamour of Bollywood.
• Visit Dhobi Ghat, an open-air laundry in Mumbai. The washers, known as dhobis, work in the open to clean clothes and linens from Mumbai's hotels and hospitals. It was constructed in 1890. There are rows of open-air concrete wash pens, each fitted with its own flogging stone. Claimed to be the world's largest outdoor laundry, Dhobi Ghat is a very popular attraction among foreign tourists.
• Later, you will be dropped at Mumbai Airport to take your flight to Goa.
• On arrival at Goa Airport, transfer to the hotel. The rest of the time is free for leisure.

Overnight stay in the Goa hotel.

• After breakfast, get ready for Goa sightseeing, beginning with a visit to the Basilica of Bom Jesus, dedicated to 'Bom Jesus', meaning "infant Jesus". This 400-year-old UNESCO site stands apart from other churches with its unplastered exterior. Built in 1594, it is one of the magnificent examples of Baroque architecture.
• Next, visit Se Cathedral Church, dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria. It is a beautiful edifice graced with superb Iberian facades, intricate mosaic work, and carvings. It is renowned for having the biggest church bell in Goa. Close to Se Cathedral is the Museum of Christian Art, which carries a good collection of priest robes, archaics, wine cups (chalices), gorgeous paintings, and statues.
• Later, head to the Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, which has the second-largest church bell in Goa after Se Cathedral. This church, built in 1541, is dedicated to Mary Immaculate.
• Visit Aguada Fort. Here, you can witness the confluence of the Mandovi River and the Arabian Sea. This 17th-century Portuguese-style fort is named after a freshwater spring that supplied water to the fort - "Agua" is a Portuguese word meaning water, and "Aguada" means where the water gets collected. Over the years, it has lured visitors with scenic landscapes, spectacular sea views, and awe-inspiring historical tales. Spend time clicking photographs here.
• Drive past Sinquerim Beach, Candolim Beach, and Calangute Beach.
• Visit the Church of Mae de Deus in Saligao, Goa. This pristine white-painted church, built in 1873, is one of the finest examples of Neo-Gothic architecture. It is a stunningly distinctive church dedicated to Nossa Senhora Mai de Deus (Mother of God).
• Drive past Baga and Anjuna Beach. Visit Vagator Beach, and nearby is the 17th-century Chapora Fort overlooking the Chapora River. It is known for its mesmerizing sunset views in the evening.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Goa.

• Breakfast at the hotel. Day free for leisure (no transport services).

Overnight stay at a hotel in Goa.

• Breakfast at the hotel. Day free for leisure (no transport services).

Overnight stay at a hotel in Goa.

• After breakfast, our company representative will transfer you to Goa Airport to board your flight back home.