Golden Triangle + Amritsar
Golden Triangle with Amritsar 6 Night 7 Days
Day 1: Arrival Delhi
Delhi, arrive anytime. Our friendly tour representative will meet you at the Airport. From there you will be taken to your hotel. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.
Day 2: 9.AM Delhi Sight seeing
After breakfast your driver will pick you up for a great day of visiting the wonderful sights of Delhi. You will visit Red Fort, a massive red sandstone structure built 1639-1648 by Shah Jahan as his royal palace. Jama Masjid, one of India largest mosques has two 40-meter high minarets. Chandni Chowk, is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi. Rajghat, is the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Humayun’s Tomb, this impressive tomb, was built in 1565-72 by the widow of Humayun 9 yearsafter his death. Qutub Minar, 72.5 meters tall, the red sandstone and marble minaret is covered with intricate carvings and verses from the Qur’an. India Gate, was constructed as a memorial in honor of the 90,000 soldiers who lost their lives during World War 1. Lotus Temple, the Baha’i House of Worship and winner of numerous architectural awards was completed in 1986. Akshardham Temple, (the eternal divine abode of the supreme God) rated as one of the wonders of this world, it was completed in 2005. Later on your driver will take you back to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Delhi.Day 3: 8.AM Delhi to Agra (Taj Mahal is close on Friday)
After breakfast your driver will pick you up for the trip to Agra home of the Taj Mahal. On the way there we visit Sikandra, Akbar’s Tomb (built 1605-1613). Later on we proceed to Agra where you will check into your hotel. After freshening up your driver will take you to some other sights including Agra Fort, This Red Fort was first mentioned in 1080 AD. Akbar had it rebuilt, completing it in 1573. The Mausoleum of Itmad-ud-Daullah, is also known as Baby Taj (built 1622-1628). The Mehtab Bagh, (Moonlight Garden) situated to the north of the Taj Mahal complex. After watching the sunset over the majestic Taj Mahal. Your driver will take you back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Agra.Day 4: 6.AM Agra to Jaipur
An early morning start to view the sunrise over the Taj Mahal. In order to beat the crowds this is the best time to visit the World Heritage listed Architectural Masterpiece. After the death of Mumtaz Mahal, the grief-stricken Shah Jahan had the Taj Mahal, built (1632-1648) as a tribute of Love for his favorite wife. This white marble mausoleum is regarded as one of the finest examples of Mughal Architecture. After visiting the Taj Mahal you return to the hotel for breakfast and checkout. On the way to Jaipur 40 km out of Agra we stop at Fatehpur Sikri, once the capital of the great Mughal ruler Akbar the Great, After lunch we visit the famous Chand Baori Stepwell, in the village of Abhaneri, way to Jaipur. After your arrival at the Hotel, the rest of the day is at you leisure. You may go for a stroll through the colorful bustling bazaars before you head back to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 5: 8.30 AM Jaipur Sight seeing
After breakfast your driver will pick you up for a tour of Jaipur the Pink city and capital of Rajasthan, to explore this amazing place with you. The magnificent Amber Fort, you might like to take an Elephant ride to the hilltop of Amber Fort. It is a blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Jal Mahal. the “Water Palace” is a wonderful peaceful place in the middle of a lake. City Palace, built (1729-1732) by Sawai Jai Singh II. The spectacular Hawa Mahal, “Palace of winds” was built in 1799. The Jantar Mantar, is a collection of architectural astronomical instruments. The stunning Birla Temple, The view of Jaipur from Nahargarh Fort is absolutely breathtaking. Jaigarh Fort, is the most spectacular of the 3 hilltop Forts. Later in the day you will return to your hotel for dinner, then your driver will to catch your flight to Amritsar. Amritsar.Day -6 – Amritsar Sight seeing
On Arrival our friendly tour representative will meet you at the Amritsar Airport or Railway Station and take you to your hotel. After freshening up your driver will take you on a City tour of Amritsar. First you will visit the Golden Temple, the most sacred Temple of the Sikh religion whose philosophy is tolerance and acceptance of everyone. The construction of the Temple started in 1577 In 1993 a prominent Sikh instigated the renovation project of the Golden Temple. The Golden Temple is the central worship place for all the Sikhs if the World. The white marble construction is overlaid with gold leaf and situated in a pool of water that is fed by the holy Ganges River. Pilgrims bathe in these sacred healing waters. Pilgrims can enjoy a sanctified meal that is prepared and served by an army of devoted volunteers. You will also visit Jallianwala Bagh, the memorial site of the Amritsar massacre and the Hindu Durgiana Temple, sometimes called Silver Temple because of its beautiful carved silver doors. After lunch and relaxing at the hotel your driver will pick you up to drive to Wagah on the Pakistani border to watch the change of guards. The soldiers from both sides perform the daily ceremony; it ends with the lowering of the two nations' flags. Back to your hotel for dinner, overnight stay in Amritsar.
Day -7 Amritsar to Delhi or Onward Journey
After breakfast your driver will drop you off at the Amritsar Railway Station. On your arrival at Delhi Railway Station you will be transported to your next point of destination or departure.
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