India · Castles & Palaces

Golden Triangle & Beyond

11 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in New Delhi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Old and New Delhi, including Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, and India Gate
  • 02 Visit the frescoed havelis, forts, and palaces of Mandawa
  • 03 Discover Jodhpur’s highlights, including Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and Umaid Bhawan Palace
  • 04 Experience Jaipur’s royal landmarks such as Amer Fort, Jaigarh Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, and Albert Hall Museum
  • 05 Enjoy a Jeep ride at Amber Fort
  • 06 Stay in Ranthambore and take morning and afternoon jungle safaris in the tiger reserve
  • 07 Visit Fatehpur Sikri en route to Agra
  • 08 See the Taj Mahal at sunrise and explore Agra Fort and I'timād-ud-Daulah

Discover India’s celebrated Golden Triangle and go beyond it on this 11-day journey through Delhi, Mandawa, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Fatehpur Sikri, and Agra. Explore a rich mix of grand forts, palaces, temples, bustling bazaars, and Mughal landmarks, from Old Delhi’s historic streets to the timeless beauty of the Taj Mahal.

Along the way, experience the painted havelis of Mandawa, the royal heritage of Jodhpur and Jaipur, and the wild landscapes of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve with jungle safaris included. With accommodation, private transport, guided sightseeing, and monument entrances as per the itinerary, this tour offers a well-rounded introduction to India’s history, architecture, culture, and wildlife.

Along the way, experience the painted havelis of Mandawa, the royal heritage of Jodhpur and Jaipur, and the wild landscapes of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve with jungle safaris included.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Agra, Ranthambore National Park, Pushkar, Fatehpur Sikri, Mandawa
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrive DelhiOn arrival at IGI airport meet with our office executive. Assistance and transfer to hotel. Room on immediate occupancy.Overnight at hotel.

2
Day 02

DelhiBreakfast at hotel. Full day city tour of Delhi, visiting landmark of Old Delhi which include Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk.Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate.Overnight at hotel.

3
Day 03

Delhi - Mandawa (250kms/ 5hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel drive to Mandawa check in at hotel.Afternoon city tour visiting fort, palaces, and havelis with beautiful frescoes.Overnight at hotel.

4
Day 04

Mandawa - Nagaur - Jodhpur (330kms/ 6hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel, drive to Jodhpur via visiting Nagaur the Ahhichatragarh Fort a wonderful example of Rajput-Mughal architectural glory. Inside the fort are a series of painted palaces; mosques, temples, intricate baoris and Mughal gardens.Arrive Jodhpur check in at hotel.

5
Day 05

JodhpurBreakfast at hotel full day city tour visiting the attraction like Mehrangarh fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace visiting area & Museum. Later excursion to visit Mandore temples, Chhatris & gardens.Overnight at hotel.

6
Day 06

Jodhpur - Pushkar - Jaipur (330kms/ 6hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel drive to Jaipur en route visit Pushkar Temples. Arrive Jaipur check in at hotel. Evening explore the pink city and visit the colorful bazaars. As per your interest wrap up your day by watching Bollywood movie at the opulent Rajmandir Cinema.Overnight at hotel.

7
Day 07

JaipurBreakfast at hotel. Visit the majestic Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort. Enjoy Jeep ride at Amber Fort. Later city tour which include visit to City Palace, Observatory, Palace of Winds, Albert Hall Museum and Birla Temple.Overnight at hotel.

8
Day 08

Jaipur - Ranthambore (145kms/ 3hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel drive to Ranthambore Tiger Reserve check in at resort. After lunch visit Ranthambore Fort. Dinner & overnight at resort.Overnight at resort.

9
Day 09

RanthamboreBreakfast at hotel. Morning and afternoon jungle safari in the tiger reserve. Lunch, dinner & overnight at resort.Overnight at resort.

10
Day 10

Ranthambore - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (250kms/ 5hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel drive to Agra enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri the 16th century ghost town. Arrive and check in at hotel.Overnight at resort.

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Day 11

Agra - Delhi (210kms/ 4hrs approx)Sunrise visit Taj Mahal one of the Seven Wonder of the World was build by Shah Jahan in 1631 AD and was completed in 1651. This symbol of love was build in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.After breakfast visit Agra Fort build by the famed Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565AD, on the bank of the Yamuna River. Also visit I'timād-ud-Daulah is a Mughal mausoleum.Afternoon drive to Delhi, if time permit visit any place of your interest followed by dinner at restaurant of your choice (own expense).Later transfer to airport to board flight departing at for your onward destination.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in New Delhi. 8 cities · 11 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • 10 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Government taxes.

What's Not Included

  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Hotels used or similar for 10 nights accommodation Delhi x 2 nights 3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza 4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket 5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges Mandawa x 1 night 3* - Desert N Dunes/ Desert Mandawa 4* - Vivaana Culture /Udai Vilas Palace 5* - Castle Mandawa/ Alsisar Mahal Jodhpur x 2 nights 3* - Devi Bhawan/ Pal Haveli 4* - The Ummed/ Ranbanka Place 5* - Welcome Hotel/ Ajit Bhawan Jaipur x 2 nights 3* - Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean 4* - Holiday Inn City Centre/ Lemon Tree Premier 5* - ITC Rajputana/ Hilton Jaipur Ranthambhore x 2 nights 3* - Tiger Machan Resort/ Sher Vilas 4* - Ranthambhore Regency/ WH Ranthambore Mount Valley Resort 5* - Nahargarh Ranthambore/ Dev Vilas Agra x 1 night 3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj 4* - Radission Hotel/ Crystal Sarovar Premier 5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in New Delhi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in New Delhi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in New Delhi..

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