This 08-days Golden Triangle Tour with Udaipur will take you throughout popular destinations in India: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Udaipur (City of Lakes). Enjoy the city's most beautiful and popular tourist attractions. The Golden Triangle Tour with Udaipur is a hand-picked package for those visiting first-timers in India. Delhi will amaze you with its fascinating mix of culture, history, art and splendid architectural wonders of ancient and modern times. Enjoy a rickshaw ride through the streets of Old Delhi. In Agra - Explore the architectural wonders of the Mughal era, including World Heritage sites. Discover the famous UNESCO site in India, admire the beautiful sunrise over the World Heritage-listed Taj Mahal. In Rajasthan - admire the magnificent royal palaces and forts of Jaipur and Udaipur. Take an elephant ride in Jaipur and enjoy a fascinating boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur and other experiences. Visiting modern cities and exploring their histories also explores India's colorful and traditional customs.
Upon arrival at Delhi airport, you will be meet & greeted by 365 Leisure India Holidays representative and get transferred to the hotel which is pre-booked for you. Delhi is not only the capital, but the heart and soul of Indian civilization. It is truly the heart of Nation with such a rich history, past traditions, vibrant culture and modernized lifestyle. Rest of the day is free.
After breakfast, continue your sightseeing tour of Delhi, starting with a visit to the Jama Masjid - is another beautiful abundance of the Old City, Jama Masjid is India's largest mosque. Visit Chandni Chowk - the oldest and largest bazaar in Old Delhi. Enjoy a rickshaw ride with the bustling streets of Chandni Chowk. Then visit the elegant and impressive Red Fort, the architectural legacy of the Mughals and later arrive at Rajghat - a monument where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. An eternal flame burns on one side of this memorial. Visit Humayun's Tomb - the first garden style tomb in India. The highlight of this tomb, inspired by Persian architecture, is the four square gardens with water canyon that surround the tomb. Drive Pass Rashtrapati Bhawan - the residence of the President of India and India Gate - a gate built in honor of soldiers who died in World War I. Visit Qutub Minar built by Qutab-ud-din Aibak in 1193 to mark the beginning of the Muslim period ruling in India.
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Agra. Agra is one of the most popular historical cities in India. We will continue to see the magnificent white marble Taj Mahal (symbol of love) and Agra Fort, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Taj Mahal is a magnificent symbolic monument of love, devotion and purity. It is the seventh wonder of the world. This beautiful building was built in 1631 and is today considered the jewel of Islamic art in India. The next monument Agra Fort is a historic fort in the city of Agra, and built by the Mughal Emperor Akber between 1565 and 1573. It is a huge red sandstone fortress, hence its name. As you explore the fortress, visit its impressive sites such as the Palace of Mirrors (Shish Mahal), Hall of Public Audience (Divan-i-Aam), Hall of Private Audience (Divan-i-Khas), Mosque Nagina (Gem Mosque), Mina Masjid (Heavenly Mosque) etc. On arrival in Agra, check-in to your hotel.
After breakfast, you will proceed to Jaipur. On the way we stop to visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri, a symbol of the Mughal era. We explore Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal and Salim Chisti's Tomb, they are important sites. It is the political capital of the Mughal Empire of India under Akbar's rule from 1571 to 1586, when it was apparently abandoned for lack of water. We visit the residential complex of Emperor Akbar, the mosque and the tomb of Salim.
We continue our journey to Jaipur. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day free at your leisure.
After breakfast you will start the day with a visit to the pink city. Jaipur is known as the Pink City because of its pink painted walls. Visit Amber Fort in the Aravalli Hills, built by Raja Man Singh in the 16th century. Enjoy a jeep or elephant ride to Amber Fort. Then explore the City Palace, from where the Maharajas of Jaipur ruled, situated at the heart of the city, which also houses the City Palace Museum. Then visit the Jantar Mantar - an astronomical observatory that houses the largest sundial in the world - Samrat Yantra. Next, visit the Hawa Mahal - the Palace of the Wind, Jaipur's most famous landmark, a five-storey palace built in 1799. It was under the rule of Rajput. Then visit the famous markets for textiles, carpets, gemstones and handicraft markets. Jaipur is a great place to buy souvenirs.
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and proceed to the beautiful city of Udaipur. Udaipur is widely known as the city of lakes of Rajasthan, also popularly known as the Venice of the East, built around sparkling crystal clear blue waters of Lake Pichola that reflect the lush green hills of the Aravalli Mountains. On arrival, check-in to the hotel and spend the day at leisure.
After breakfast, explore the beautiful city of Udaipur. Visit the famous City Palace, one of the largest royal palaces in India, with attractions such as Durbar Hall, Crystal Gallery, Palace Museum and Jagdish Temple. Udaipur was once the capital of the rulers of Mewar. Udaipur was founded in 1559 by Maharana Udai Singh II. There are two famous lakes: Lake Pichola and Lake Fateh Sagar. Next, visit Saheliyon Ki Bari, a small ornamental garden created in honor of the royal ladies for recreational purposes. Also visit Lok Kala Mandal, a cultural institution that studies folk art, culture, songs and festivals of Rajasthan. There is also a museum with a collection of folk art.
The next stop is Shilpgram to witness the traditional rural culture, arts and crafts of Rajasthan. Rest of the evening is free to relax at the hotel or you can stroll through the narrow streets and alleys of Udaipur to Lake Pichola. A boat trip on Lake Pichola is highly recommended in Udaipur as it is the main attraction of Udaipur. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola (optional).
After breakfast, check-out and drive to Delhi International Airport where you will have a return flight to your home / onward destination or take a direct flight (on your own expense) from Udaipur Airport to Delhi. Your unforgettable Golden Triangle Tour with Udaipur ends here.
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