A 5-day Golden Triangle tour is a popular tourist itinerary in India that covers three cities: Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. In Delhi, you can visit iconic landmarks such as the Red Fort, India Gate, and Qutub Minar. In Agra, the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World, is a must-visit. In Jaipur, the Pink City, you can explore palaces and forts such as the Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and Amber Fort. The tour provides a glimpse into India’s rich history, culture, and architecture, making it a memorable experience for travelers.
Overall, the Golden Triangle Tour is a perfect way to experience the essence of India, including its rich history, beautiful architecture, and cultural heritage. It is a perfect tour for first-time visitors to India who want to explore the country’s most famous and beautiful attractions.
Our driver will pick you up from Delhi Airport or any hotel in Delhi and later go for the sightseeing.
Red Fort
The Red Fort Complex was built as the palace fort of Shahjahanabad – the new capital of the fifth Mughal Emperor of India, Shah Jahan. Named for its massive enclosing walls of red sandstone, it is adjacent to an older fort, the Salimgarh, built by Islam Shah Suri in 1546, with which it forms the Red Fort Complex.
The Red Fort is a 17th-century fort complex constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, also known as Lal Qila. In the walled city of Old Delhi (presently), the fort was the palace for Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s new capital, Shahjahanabad.
Jama Masjid (Mosque)
Later, proceed to visit Jama Masjid, a beautiful pocket of calm at the heart of Old Delhi’s mayhem. India’s largest mosque is built on a 10-metre elevation, towering above the surrounding hubbub. It can hold a mind blowing 25000 people.
Qutub Minar (Victory Tower)
After that, proceed to visit Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Qutub Minar is an excellent example of Afghan architecture constructed with marble and red-sandstone and stands 73 meters tall.
Humayu’s Tomb
Continue your sightseeing by visiting one more UNESCO World Heritage Site—Humayun’s Tomb. This tomb is the tomb of the second Mughal Emperor, Humayun.
Raj Ghat
Continue visiting Raj Ghat, the place where the father of the nation “Mahatma Gandhi” was cremated.
India Gate
Following your time there, visit Rashtrapati Bhawan and India Gate. India Gate Memorial was built in 1931 to commemorate the Indian Soldiers.
After completing the sightseeing you will be transferred to your hotel in Delhi.
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Delhi and then drive to Agra via expressway. On arrival in Agra , check into the hotel and later go for the sightseeing
Taj Mahal
Visit the Taj Mahal which was built in the 17th century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal with construction starting in 1632 AD and completed in 1648 AD, with the mosque, the guest house and the main gateway on the south, the outer courtyard and its cloisters were added subsequently and completed in 1653 AD.
Agra Fort
Later, proceed to Agra Fort, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its construction along the bank of the Yamuna River was initiated by Emperor Akbar in 1565. Further additions were made, particularly by his grandson Shah Jahan, using his favorite building material – white marble After the sightseeing, you will be dropped back to your hotel in Agra. Take a rest at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Jaipur. On the way to Jaipur visit Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri
Next, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the magnificently fortified ancient city 40 kilometres west of Agra and the short-lived capital of the Mughal Empire between 1572 and 1585, during the reign of Emperor Akbar.
Later, after visiting Fatehpur Sikri, you will be driven to Jaipur. On arrival in Jaipur, check into the hotel.
After breakfast, drive to the Amer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Amer Fort is well-known for its artistic style of Hindu elements and has cobbled paths, a series of gates, and large ramparts.
City Palace
Later, proceed to visit the City Palace. The Palace houses museums with an array of textiles, costumes, weapons, and paintings in a complex of courtyards, gardens, and buildings right in the center of the Old City. The outer wall was built by Jai Singh II, but within it, the palace has been enlarged and adapted over the centuries.
Jal Mahal – Palace in water
Next, visit Jal Mahal, near the cenotaphs of the Maharanis of Jaipur. Beautifully situated in the watery expanse of Man Sagar, this is a dreamlike palace. Its origins are uncertain, but it was believed to have been extensively restored, if not built, by Jai Singh II in 1734.
Hawa Mahal – Palace of Wind
Continue by visiting Hawa Mahal, a monument known as the Palace of Winds, which is considered as one of the most highly praised landmarks in Jaipur.
Jantar Mantar
In the end, visit the World Heritage Site Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory that dates back to the 1700s. Jantar Mantar is an observatory begun by Jai Singh II in 1728 that resembles a collection of bizarre giant sculptures.
After completing the sightseeing, drive back to your hotel.
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive back to your hotel in Delhi, on arrival in Delhi, you will be dropped at Delhi airport or your hotel in Delhi.
Tour Inclusions
Private tour
Complimentary morning breakfast in the hotel (If with hotel option selected)
All sightseeing and transfers by air-conditioned private car
Great time at Taj Mahal - Super tour guide of Taj Mahal in Agra. Highly recommended. Sabir had good information about everything and he showed the best photo places!
Marco J April 4, 2022
Lovely trip with an incredible guide - Really enjoyed visiting Taj Mahal with Sabir today morning. He made the trip real fun. He is well versed with the historical facts and has a very nice way of... read more presenting the facts. He also is an incredible photographer and knows the best spots and the best angles. And on top of that he was very courteous. Thank you Sabir for everything. God bless.
RRSapra March 19, 2022
Excellent experience in Agra - I was going to try to visit Agra by figuring it out on my own. But I got lucky and found Sabir. He had the experience and professionalism... read more to get me in and out of Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal in the best way possible, at the times I wanted to go. He explained the history and significance of the sites in great detail and was super personable. He knew exactly where I should stand for the best photos. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone. In fact, if i return with family/friends, I'm definitely going to contact Sabir. Great experience!
Sebastian P March 30, 2022
It was amazing to explore a place with a helpful tour guide who knows everything about the place. We were very lucky to have someone like you who was so... read more knowledgeable. Thank you Sabir
cerena822 March 22, 2022
Agra Fort and Taj mahal - My tour guide Sabir was amazing! He brought us to the places with the best angles for pictures and was able to articulate clearly the history of the tour sites... read more to us. No pressure felt at all, nothing but pure enjoyment! With him, I was able to fully immerse myself in the history, culture, and warm hospitality of Incredible India.
QunBao October 5, 2019
Agra dream trip - Excellent guide and tour of the Taj Mahal, Itmad-ud-Duala, and a marble shop where we learned how the inlays of the Taj Mahal were placed. Sabir was excellent in showing... read more us the best spots to take photos, and even kindly made sure people didn’t interfere with our images. Sabir is very friendly and personable. He was also very informative and knowledgeable about the history of the places visited.