Luxury Taj Golden Triangle

 5 Nights / 06 Days

Delhi – Agra – Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur – Amber Fort - Delhi

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• “Traditional Indian welcome” upon arrival in Delhi
• Stay in Luxury Taj Group hotels
• Enjoy comprehensive tours of Golden Triangle
• Stand before the world’s most famous monument to love, the Taj Mahal.
• 3 hrs safari deep in to the Jungle to see the wild animal activities.
• Travel by brightly caparisoned elephant to Jaipur’s Amber Fort.
• Drive down Delhi’s impressive Rajpath to the India Gate

Day By Day Luxury Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive in Delhi

Arrive Delhi Indira Gandhi International airport. Meet & Greet at the airport by Recreation Travel’s representatives. Escorted transfer to The luxury Taj Mahal Hotel is located in the exclusive residential area of Lutyens’ Delhi, close to the seat of government. Reflecting the heritage of Mughal Delhi, this hotel offers graceful architecture with modern facilities.

The warm, pristine white lobby of The Taj includes design details reminiscent of Mughal architecture such as intricate motifs, golden inlay work, and niches from ‘Shahjahanabad’, the erstwhile mogul capital.

Day 02 - Old & New Delhi        

After Breakfast Proceed to the Old Delhi tour was an ancient walled city. Here you will see Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. The fort is Shah Jehan's symbol of power and elegance, built behind red sandstone walls. Also visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India;

New Delhi was designed and built by the British in the 1920's-it's a city of wide boulevards impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. Your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House & President House. You will visit the monumentsHumayun's Tomb and Qutab Minar. Overnight stay

Day 03 - Delhi – Agra 200 kms /4-½ hrs        Taj View hotel

Today morning leave for Agra by road upon arrival check in at Taj View hotel. Situated within three kilometers of the Taj Mahal, the world-renowned monument to love, The Taj View Hotel can look forward to gracious interiors, personalized service and the Taj inimitable style for a memorable stay.

Later visit to Agra Fort – built by the great Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D. Also visit to Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Empress Noor Jehan in the memory of Her Father.

Taj Mahal 7 wonder of the world

Enjoy the Magnificent Taj Mahal – the Monument of Love in the warm glow of Sunset, which was built in 1630 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day. It is impossible to visualize the Taj Mahal in any surrounding others than its paradoxical garden.

As you drive through the city you witness the local life and bazaars (markets) and the hustle bustle of everyday India. Agra is famous for Marble Items

Day 04 - Agra – Jaipur 232 kms / 5 hrs          

After breakfast proceeds to Jaipur the pink city. On the way you will visit Fatehpur Sikri - the deserted red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. Ponder the mysterious desertion of this capital city that was dramatically abandoned a few years after it was built. It was a veritable fairy tale city and its 'ruins' are still in a pristine condition..

Rambagh Palace has been home to generations of royals. Built in 1835 on a modest scale for the queen’s favorite handmaiden Kesar Badaran, it was later refurbished as a royal guesthouse and hunting lodge. In 1925, Rambagh was converted into a palace, and became the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. In the finest tradition of Rajput hospitality, the Rambagh Palace offers its guests a taste of royal living – a luxury and extravagance that was once the sole preserve of kings. It’s elegantly appointed rooms, marbled corridors and majestic gardens echo with history, and every corner has a story to tell. Guests relive the Rajputana era in refined and refurbished rooms, each offering a different experience in princely living.

Day 05 - Jaipur Maharajas City Tour     Amber Fort

After early breakfast, Journey back in time at deserted 17th century fortress of Amber Fort. 11 Kms. from Jaipur, Amber Fort is a marvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. Go up the fort on the back of a gaily-caparisoned elephant true to the style of the Maharajas of the past. The interiors of the fort have various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory, mirror and glasswork complemented by exquisite wall paintings.

Afternoon venture back into the city tour: Visit the City Palace Museum where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, an armory of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Also visit the awe inspiring Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD). Also included is a photo visit at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds).

Day 06 - Jaipur – Delhi 260 kms / 5 hrs          

After breakfast drive to Delhi Say good-bye to this fascinating Land with sweet and memorable memories. Transfer to Indira Gandhi International airport to board the for onward Destination/ Hometown