India · UNESCO Heritage Sites

5-Day Golden Triangle Tour of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri

5 Days Round trip from Delhi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Qutab Minar, the tallest minaret in the world from the Sultanate period
  • 02 Marvel at the beauty of the Taj Mahal, the jewel of Mughal art in India
  • 03 Admire the Hawa Mahal, built of red and pink sandstone, in Jaipur
  • 04 Discover the abandoned red sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri
  • 05 Visit Amber Fort, the former seat of the Rajput rulers of Jaipur

Get introduced to the vibrant traditions and glorious past of North and West India on this holiday package covering royal forts, palaces, national monuments, and prominent government buildings. Explore the famous Qutab Minar, Taj Mahal, Hawa Mahal, and more on this 5-day tour of India's Golden Triangle through Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, and Jaipur.

Early in the morning, enjoy a sunrise tour of the Taj Mahal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

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

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Delhi City Tour

  • Delhi, the Empress of Indian cities, has a fascinating history and a stimulating present. It has been the seat of power of several dynasties - Rajputs, Afghans, Turks, and the Mughals, who continued their imperial line until the British.
  • Enjoy a full-day city tour of Delhi with your tour guide, who will meet you in the lobby of your hotel at 9 am.
  • Start your tour with a visit to Qutub Minar, the city's earliest surviving monument, created by the founder of the Slave Dynasty, Qutub-ud-din-Aybak. Standing 72.6 meters tall and consisting of 5 stories, the construction of Qutub Minar started in 1199 on what was intended to be the world's most glorious tower of victory.
  • After that, explore New Delhi with its majestic boulevards and grand government buildings, including Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhawan - the Presidential Palace - and pass by India Gate, a memorial built for the 85,000 soldiers who died in World War I and the Afghan battles of 1919.
  • Later, take a lunch break.
  • After lunch, visit Old Delhi, including Jama Masjid and the old market of Chandni Chowk, one of the biggest markets in Asia.
  • Return to the hotel in the evening.
  • Overnight in Delhi.
2
Day 02

Drive to Agra and Visit Agra Fort

  • After an early breakfast, check out and drive to Agra (approximately 4 hours).
  • On arrival, transfer to the hotel and have lunch outside.
  • Later in the evening, proceed to visit Agra Fort, situated on the banks of the River Yamuna.
  • Note: If the next day is a Friday, visit the Taj Mahal instead of Agra Fort because the Taj Mahal remains closed every Friday.
  • Overnight in Agra.
3
Day 03

Sunrise at the Taj Mahal and Drive to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri

  • Early in the morning, enjoy a sunrise tour of the Taj Mahal.
  • Return to the hotel for breakfast.
  • Check out from the hotel and proceed to Jaipur (approximately a 5-hour drive).
  • On the way, explore the abandoned red sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri.
  • Continue to Jaipur and check in at the hotel.
  • Overnight in Jaipur.
4
Day 04

Jaipur Sightseeing Tour

  • This morning, visit Amber Fort, the former seat of the Rajput rulers of Jaipur. Ascend the fortress by jeep and stop by Hawa Mahal for pictures from the outside.
  • On the way back, stop at Jal Mahal for pictures, then visit the local art of Jaipur.
  • Later, visit the City Palace, located in the center of town. The royal family occupies a portion of this palace, while other areas have been converted into museums.
  • View its vast collection of textiles and costumes, an array of armor, miniature paintings, and carpets.
  • Explore the open-air royal observatory of Jantar Mantar.
  • Return to the hotel.
  • Overnight in Jaipur.
5
Day 05

Return to Delhi and Departure

  • After breakfast at 9 AM, check out from the hotel and proceed to Delhi.
  • Transfer to a hotel or the airport in Delhi.
  • End of tour.
Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Amber Fort, Qutab Minar

Where this trip takes you

Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Amber Fort, Qutab Minar

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Delhi 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Government-approved licensed English-speaking Indian guide service, authorized by the Ministry of Tourism India, to accompany foreign guests anywhere in the North and West region of India
  • Driver
  • Tourist permit car for full-day city sightseeing
  • Parking
  • Fuel
  • Toll tax
  • State tax

What's Not Included

  • Hotel
  • Personal expenses
  • Souvenirs
  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Snacks
  • Tickets/entrance fees for monuments
  • Shopping and personal expenses
  • Extra activities, such as camel carts, camel rides, horse cart rides, and a professional photographer

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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