3-Day Private Golden Triangle Tour with Taj Mahal Sunrise
About This Tour
Discover India's classic Golden Triangle on a private 3-day journey from New Delhi, combining UNESCO-listed heritage, Mughal masterpieces, and Rajasthan's royal...
Duration: 3 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Luxury · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Noida, Gurgaon, Fatehpur Sikri · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: Traveler pickup is offered.Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India.Additional pickup is offered from the airport, railway station, hotel, or another desired pickup location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram.Pickup details:Pickup is offered from the airport, railway station, hotel, or another desired pickup location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram.Airport pickup is offered.During checkout, you will be able to select from the list of included airports.Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, New Delhi, New Delhi 110037 India.; Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India.Additional pickup is offered from the airport, railway station, hotel, or another desired pickup location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram.; Pickup is offered from the airport, railway station, hotel, or another desired pickup location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram.; Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, New Delhi, New Delhi 110037 India.
About Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri
Unravel the enthralling past of Fatehpur Sikri, a town that once reigned as the capital of the mighty Mughal empire with a local tour guide from Everest Global Hub.
What's Included
- 5-star hotels
- Duration: 3 days
- Breakfast
- Private car with driver
- Private guides
- Pickup included
Not Included
- International flight
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Delhi Heritage Sights and Drive to Agra
Start your tour in India's vibrant capital, visiting iconic landmarks from both New Delhi and historic areas before taking a scenic drive to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway. Qutb Minar is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring a 73-meter tapering tower built in 1193, surrounded by ancient architectural ruins. Walk around the intricate red sandstone and marble carvings of the tower. Walk around the intricate red sandstone and marble carvings of the tower. View the famous rust-resistant 4th-century Iron Pillar of Chandragupta II in the complex courtyard. View the famous rust-resistant 4th-century Iron Pillar of Chandragupta II in the complex courtyard. Humayun's Tomb is a red sandstone mausoleum built in 1572, known as the architectural predecessor and inspiration for the Taj Mahal. Stroll through the Charbagh (four-fold garden) layout featuring symmetrical water channels. Stroll through the Charbagh (four-fold garden) layout featuring symmetrical water channels. Explore the double-domed structure showcasing early Mughal architecture. Explore the double-domed structure showcasing early Mughal architecture. India Gate is a 42-meter triumphal arch located along Kartavya Path, built as a war memorial for Indian soldiers. Drive through Lutyens' Delhi past Rajpath, the President's Estate (Rashtrapati Bhavan), and Parliament House. Drive through Lutyens' Delhi past Rajpath, the President's Estate (Rashtrapati Bhavan), and Parliament House. Take photos near the memorial lawns before embarking on the 3 to 4-hour drive to Agra. Take photos near the memorial lawns before embarking on the 3 to 4-hour drive to Agra.
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2Day 02
Taj Mahal Sunrise, Agra Fort, and Jaipur Drive
Taj Mahal is the iconic 17th-century white marble mausoleum built along the Yamuna River by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. (Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays). Experience sunrise over the white marble facade for ideal photography lighting. Experience sunrise over the white marble facade for ideal photography lighting. Tour the inner chamber to admire the pietra dura marble inlay craftsmanship with your private guide. Tour the inner chamber to admire the pietra dura marble inlay craftsmanship with your private guide. Agra Fort is a massive 16th-century red sandstone fortress complex that served as the primary residence of the Mughal emperors. Visit the Khas Mahal and Jahangir Palace inside the fortified walls. Visit the Khas Mahal and Jahangir Palace inside the fortified walls. Enjoy views of the Taj Mahal across the river from the balcony where Shah Jahan was imprisoned in his later years. Enjoy views of the Taj Mahal across the river from the balcony where Shah Jahan was imprisoned in his later years. Afterward, depart on a 4 to 5-hour private drive to Jaipur, with an optional stop at the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri. Afterward, depart on a 4 to 5-hour private drive to Jaipur, with an optional stop at the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri.
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3Day 03
Jaipur Royal Landmarks and Return to Delhi
Explore the royal architecture, hill forts, and heritage sites of Rajasthan's capital before returning to Delhi or dropping off at Jaipur Airport. Amber Palace is a hilltop fort-palace overlooking Maota Lake, famous for its blend of Hindu and Rajput architectural styles. Ride up the fortress hill by private 4WD jeep to access the main courtyards. Ride up the fortress hill by private 4WD jeep to access the main courtyards. Marvel at the intricate mirrorwork inside the Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors). Marvel at the intricate mirrorwork inside the Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors). Hawa Mahal is the 178-window "Palace of Winds," constructed with pink and red sandstone so royal women could observe street life below unnoticed. Pause for photos in front of the honeycomb facade in the morning light. Pause for photos in front of the honeycomb facade in the morning light. Observe the intricate latticework windows (jharokhas) lining the exterior streetfront. Observe the intricate latticework windows (jharokhas) lining the exterior streetfront. The City Palace is a royal complex combining Mughal and Rajasthani architecture, still partially housing Jaipur's royal family. Tour the Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, and internal courtyard museum collections. Tour the Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, and internal courtyard museum collections. View the famous Peacock Gate in the Pritam Niwas Chowk courtyard. View the famous Peacock Gate in the Pritam Niwas Chowk courtyard. Jantar Mantar is an 18th-century UNESCO World Heritage astronomical park containing 19 large-scale masonry instruments. See the world's largest stone sundial (Samrat Yantra), accurate to within two seconds. See the world's largest stone sundial (Samrat Yantra), accurate to within two seconds. Learn about historic Indian astronomy and planetary observation methods before your return drive to Delhi (approx. 5 hours) or drop-off at Jaipur Airport. Learn about historic Indian astronomy and planetary observation methods before your return drive to Delhi (approx. 5 hours) or drop-off at Jaipur Airport.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Name display welcome sign board · Tour start: airport, railway station, hotel or other desired pickup location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram. · Tour end: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
