Golden Triangle Tour with Rishikesh

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Delhi

  Arrive Delhi in the evening. Upon arrival, you shall met & assisted with your baggages at the airport by our executive and transferred to prebooked hotel.
  
  Delhi : India’s capital & a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient & the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind . The division between New & Old Delhi is the distinction between the capitals of the British & the Moghuls respectively. So, wherever the visitor goes, he will invariably confront the citys’ past.

• Day 2 : Delhi

  After breakfast, full day city tour of old & modern capital of India. Visit Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Built by Shah Jahan, the construction was started in 1844 and was not completed until 1658 ; Red Fort, which was also built by Shah Jehan. This massive fort was built from 1638 to 1648 ; Chandni Chowk and Rajghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Witness the India Gate, the Presidents House & the Parliament. Visit Humayun's Tomb : built in mid 16th century this is an early example of Mughal architecture ; Qutab Minar. The tour ends with a visit to Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir).

  • Hotspots : Qutab Minar, India Gate

• Day 3 : Delhi - Jaipur(265 kms/7 hrs)

  After breakfast, drive to Jaipur : The capital city of the state of Rajasthan also know as Pink City owes its name, its foundation and planning to the great warrior astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II. The city of Jaipur has broad avenues. The city sits on a dry lake bed in a wild and somewhat arid landscape, surrounded by barren hills surmounted by fortresses and crenellated walls.
  
  Upon arrival, check-in at prebooked Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

• Day 4 : Jaipur

  After breakfast, excursion to Amber Fort enroute witness the façade of Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds which was built in 1799. Amber Fort - The ancient capital of the state until 1727 when Jai Singh decided to move from his hillside fortress at Amber to new site on the plains. The construction of this fort began in 1592 by Raja Man Singh, the Rajput commander of Akbar’s army. The fort is a superb example of Rajput architecture, stunningly situated on a hillside and overlooking a lake which reflects its terraces and ramparts. Visit the Jagmandir or the hall of victory glittering with mirrors, Jal Mahal & temple of Kali. Ascend on elephant back, the hill, on which the fort is situated.
  
  Afternoon, city tour of Jaipur. Visit the Jantar Mantar the observatory built by Jai Singh in 1728; the City Palace which is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. It also has a museum with an extensive collection of art, carpets, paintings, enamel ware and weapons dating back to the 15th century.

  • Hotspots : Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, City Palace

• Day 5 : Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri – Agra(245 kms/6 hrs)

  Morning, leave for Agra. Enroute visit the abandoned Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri : built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, was the old capital of the Mughals, which was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal & other Palaces which are still preserved in its original glory. 
  Continue drive to Agra. Arrive Agra in the evening and checkin at prebooked hotel for overnight stay.

  • Hotspots : Fatehpur Sikri

• Day 6 : Agra - Delhi

  After breakfast, city tour of Agra. Visit Red fort, which was built by Emperor Akbar in 1565, and additions were made up until the time of his grandson, Shah Jahan. It contains the hall of public and private audiences amongst many other beautiful structures; Itmad-ud-daulah, which was constructed by Nur Jahan between 1622 and 1628 and is very similar to the tomb she constructed for her husband, Jehangir, near Lahore in Pakistan; the highlight of the day - The Taj Mahal, which was constructed by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj began in 1631 and was not completed until 1653. 
  
  Afternoon, leave for Delhi enroute visit Sikandra - Mughal Emperor Akbar's Mausoleum. Continue drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and check-in at prebooked hotel.

  • Hotspots : Taj Mahal, Itmad-Ud-Daulah

• Day 7 : Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh ( Train )

  Early morning, transfer to the railway station to board Shatabdi Express, scheduled to depart for Haridwar at 0700 Hrs. (Breakfast on Board)
  
  Arrive Haridwar at 1120 Hrs. & proceed to Rishkesh - The town of Ashrams and Temples, Ghats and Pilgrims, Mountains and the holy Ganges, enroute visit Temples and Ashrams in Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula area. Have lunch at Chotiwala, the famous traditional Indian restaurant of Rishikesh. After lunch, check-in at prebooked Hotel . Evening visit the banks of river Ganges to encounter evening life as well as special Arti "The Prayer dedicated to Goddess Ganges". When the global orange sun suspended, waits low amid the red/yellow streaked horizon, then all these combine to give this town a very special evening. The temple bells roar, priests chant mantras. Immersed in sublimation stand the pilgrims. Cupped leaves, with saffron marigold petals and a small candle flame, flickering, ride the current of water of wisdom. Suddenly the sky darkens, spreading a blanket of stillness. Everything stops, except the sound of current, which has just sunk the tiny flames of cupped leaves, few minutes back. After experiencing above trace your steps back to the hotel.

• Day 8 : Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh ( Train )

  Early morning, transfer to the railway station to board Shatabdi Express, scheduled to depart for Haridwar at 0700 Hrs. (Breakfast on Board)
  
  Arrive Haridwar at 1120 Hrs. & proceed to Rishkesh - The town of Ashrams and Temples, Ghats and Pilgrims, Mountains and the holy Ganges, enroute visit Temples and Ashrams in Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula area. Have lunch at Chotiwala, the famous traditional Indian restaurant of Rishikesh. After lunch, check-in at prebooked Hotel . Evening visit the banks of river Ganges to encounter evening life as well as special Arti "The Prayer dedicated to Goddess Ganges". When the global orange sun suspended, waits low amid the red/yellow streaked horizon, then all these combine to give this town a very special evening. The temple bells roar, priests chant mantras. Immersed in sublimation stand the pilgrims. Cupped leaves, with saffron marigold petals and a small candle flame, flickering, ride the current of water of wisdom. Suddenly the sky darkens, spreading a blanket of stillness. Everything stops, except the sound of current, which has just sunk the tiny flames of cupped leaves, few minutes back. After experiencing above trace your steps back to the hotel.

• Day 9 : Depart Delhi

  Morning sight seeing of Temples of RISHIKESH AND HARIDWAR. 
  Thereafter drive back to Delhi. 
  In the evening proceed for the DANCES OF INDIA SHOW in the evening at 1800 hr after checking out of the hotel. After the show you will have FAREWELL DINNER before reaching the airport for flight home with sweet memories of India.

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