Tour overview
This is a Golden Triangle Tour with two beautiful destinations –
Haridwar and Rishikesh making the tour even more interesting. Haridwar
located in the foothills of the Himalayas, represents the point where
the Ganga reaches the plains. Haridwar is an ancient pilgrimage site,
held in reverence for centuries. Several temples and ashrams dot this
town and a visit to Haridwar is like stepping into a totally different
world. Rishikesh represents the Gateway to the Himalayas.
Highlights:
Delhi • Jaipur • Agra • Rishikesh • Haridwar
Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
On arrival at Delhi our representative will receive and transfer you
to the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Delhi including Jama
Masjid, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk and Akshardham temple. Lunch follows
an afternoon tour of New Delhi covering Qutub Minar, Humayun Tomb,
India Gate, Lotus Temple, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Parliament House and
Connaught Place while driving through the city. Overnight stay will be
at Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi - Jaipur
After breakfast you will be picked up from the hotel and driven to
Jaipur, the Pink city. Upon arrival at Jaipur you will check in at
hotel. After checking in, you can spend rest of the time at leisure.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 03: Jaipur
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is one of the heritage cities in
India. The city boasts of numerous forts and monuments that were built
during the rule of the Rajput rulers in the medieval and early modern
periods. After breakfast you will explore the massive Amber Fort
(ascending the fort on elephant back). After returning back from the
Amber fort you will have lunch and then set out for a sight seeing
tour of Jaipur.
Jaipur,
also called the pink city, is the capital of Rajasthan. Raja Jai Singh
founded the Jaipur city. The city boasts of numerous majestic
buildings including the City Palace, the Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal.
Overnight stay will be at Jaipur.
Day 04: Jaipur - Agra
On the forth day of your Golden triangle tour you will head for Agra,
the city of the Taj Mahal. Agra is almost 5-6hrs from Jaipur. While
driving towards Agra you will stop at Fatehpur Sikri for a brief
period.
Fatehpur Sikri
was once the capital of the Mughal Empire. The city boasts of some of
the magnificent monuments of the medieval period. Akbar, the great
Mughal Emperor, made it the capital but was later abandoned due to
scarcity of water. The buildings at Fatehpur Sikri present a unique
blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. Some of the
attractions at Fatehpur Sikri are the Panch Mahal, the Buland Darwaza
and the Dargah of Sheikh Salim Chisti. Upon reaching Agra you will
transfer to hotel. Overnight stay will be at Agra.
Agra boasts of one of the wonders of the world. In the
morning we will take you for a sightseeing tour of Agra that will
include the beautiful Taj Mahal.
The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in
the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaj Mahal. Taj Mahal, the epitome
of love and romance stands on the banks of river Yamuna. In addition
to the Taj Mahal, Agra also boasts of monuments such as the Red Fort
and Itmad-ud-Daulah, the tomb of Nur Jahan's father. The tomb of Akbar
at Sikandara is also an attraction at Agra.
Day 5: Agra - Rishikesh
After breakfast drive to Rishikesh, Here you can see great views of
Ashrams, some of which are internationally recognized as a center of
philosophical studies, yoga and meditation. You can also enjoy
discussing their astrology, future, and lucky numbers. Visit Lakshaman
Jhula, Jhula Ram and many other attractions. Rishikesh environment is
very quiet and you can hear the roaring sound of the flow of Ganga.
Day 6: Rishikesh - Haridwar
After breakfast drive to Haridwar and enjoy visiting several temples
of Haridwar and the eternal flow of sacred river Ganges. Here you can
see, Mansa Devi Temple (also known as the Chandi Devi temple, located
atop a hill), the temple of Daksha, a temple of Shiva and other sites
more. Enjoy visiting a majestic view of Aart (prayers) at Har ki Pauri
ghat on the banks of river Ganges. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 7: Haridwar - Delhi
After breakfast drive from
Haridwar to Delhi. On
arrival check in hotel for 1 night. Evening free for shopping and
walking in the city centre of Delhi.
Day 8: Delhi Departure
After breakfast private
airport transfer to Delhi Airport.
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