Golden Triangle & Amritsar - 15 Days
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Highlights
- The Taj Mahal – Explore Agra Fort and the legendary Taj Mahal which remains an enduring symbol of love
- Amritsar – Tour highlights of the city including the iconic Golden Temple and the Jallianwala Bagh memorial
- Wagah – Watch the changing of the guard ceremony and flag lowering at the India-Pakistan border
- Shimla – Ride the famous Himalayan Queen Toy Train through scenic countryside to Dharampur and explore this British colonial city
- Delhi – Discover the highlights of India’s capital, including Jama Masjid and the ceremonial Rajpath
- Karauli or Dholpur – Spend the night at the Maharaja’s Palace Bhanwar Vilas in Karauli or the Raj Niwas Palace in Dholpur
- Chandigarh – Stroll through the famous Rock Garden and gaze at the impressive sculptures
- Jaipur – Visit Amber Fort and see the highlights of the Pink City including the Jantar Mantar space observatory
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- Breakfast daily and 2 dinners
- 14 nights 3-4 star and heritage hotels
- Guided sightseeing - Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Karauli or Dholpur, Shimla, Chandigarh and Amritsar
- Travel by jeep to the stunning Amber Fort in Jaipur
- 2 train journeys: Delhi to Kalka and Amritsar to Delhi
- Narrow gauge Himalayan Queen Toy Train journey from Kalka to Dharampur
- Entrance fees to museums in Shimla
- Escorted by an English-speaking Indian tour guide (for groups of 4 or more)
- Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites
- Airport arrival transfer on day 1 (For departures in 2024 a departure airport transfer is provided on day 15)
- All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
Itinerary
Saturday. On arrival in Delhi you are met at the airport and transferred to our hotel. The rest of today is free to explore India’s capital at leisure before meeting the group and guide at the hotel at 18:00 for a Welcome meeting. For those able to arrive very earl...
Delhi - Agra. This morning we enjoy a packed day of sightseeing in Old and New Delhi. Check out the UNESCO-listed Humayun’s Tomb and Jama Masjid - India’s oldest and largest mosque. Visit the iconic Sikh temple Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and its community kitchen feeding ...
This morning, we'll visit the legendary Taj Mahal, India's most renowned monument. Constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a tribute to his beloved wife, this iconic white marble mausoleum is an unparalleled symbol of love and devotion, standing as on...
Agra - Karauli/Dholpur. This morning we journey to either Karauli or Dholpur stopping for lunch en route. In Karauli, we will stay in the beautiful Palace Bhanwar Vilas. An eclectic melding of both Oriental and Art Deco architecture, the heritage-listed hotel was ...
Karauli/Dholpur - Jaipur. This morning we hit the road towards the vibrant UNESCO listed Pink City of Jaipur. On arrival, we will spend the afternoon on a tour of the illustrious City Palace and the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar Space Observatory, which features 19 separate astrological instruments.
Jaipur. Enjoy an unforgettable experience early this morning with an optional balloon ride over Jaipur. Sail with the wind over the surrounding region and pass above hill-top forts and regal palaces. Later, enjoy a jeep ride to Amber Fort for a guided tour and visit a...
Jaipur - Delhi. Today we return to Delhi for an afternoon at leisure. You may wish to visit Red Fort and attend its famous Sound and Light show this evening.
Delhi - Kalka - Dharampur - Shimla. Rise early this morning as we board the Shatabdi Express train to Kalka. You then transfer independently to the Himalayan Queen Toy Train for a unique experience to Dharampur. The 33km journey sees us travel along narrow twists and ...
We spend the next 2 days in Shimla. Today we explore the city of Shimla, located 2,100m above sea level at the foot of the mighty Himalayas. Explore the famous main street - The Mall, which is lined with stately English homes and has a distinctly British feel. We also...
Shimla - Chandigarh - Amritsar. Say goodbye to Shimla as we travel to the modern city of Chandigarh for a guided tour. See highlights of the city including the famous Rock Garden. A completely unique and innovative creation, the Rock Garden is a collection of over 2,0...
This morning we tour the highlights of Amritsar, including the Jallianwala Bagh memorial and the iconic Golden Temple. The temple is regarded as the holiest pilgrimage site in Sikhism and the dome is made of pure gold. Later we travel to the village of Wagah, on the I...
Amritsar - Delhi. Early this morning we transfer to the train start where we board the train to Delhi. Upon arrival into Delhi, you'll be met and transferred to our hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Saturday. Our Indian adventure comes to an end today. A departure transfer is included today for departures in 2024. If you are travelling in 2025 this can be booked for an additional supplement if required.
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