Overview
The Golden Triangle includes three main cities of India including Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra that offers you an incomparable experience with a glorious history of India, and adding Ranthambore National Park with Tiger Safari makes this classic Golden Triangle Tour even more exclusive and fascinating. Tourists from various parts of India and abroad comes to Ranthambore to watch tigers, and plenty of flora and fauna. Golden Triangle with Ranthambore by Grand Travel Planner is definitely a package you wouldn’t want to miss.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 - Arrive Delhi
On your arrival at Delhi, and after clearing immigration and customs, you will be welcomed by our representative in the receiving area and then you will be transferred to your designated hotel for check-in and some relaxing time.
Delhi, the capital city of India, is a vibrant city where the past and the present exist in harmony. The city has been ruled by several dynasties and it has a rich history which can be experienced in the form of its remarkable architectural monuments. Different cultural elements are part of everyday life in Delhi which have helped in shaping the true persona of this city and enrich it in the best possible way. Many times, the Delhi city has gone through the pain of being built, wrecked and rebuilt. Nonetheless, it has also witnessed many significant events taking place, which has shaped Indian history .
Day 02 - Delhi Sightseeing Tour
Next morning, after breakfast, your tour will begin with a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi, which is an ancient walled part of the city. There you would be driving past Red Fort, Raj Ghat, the memorial place of the Mahatma Gandhi and the famous Jama Masjid. In addition, you would also get an opportunity to explore the old, colorful, and bustling market of the old Delhi, Chandni Chowk, where you will experience the old charms of this capital city. Then, you would be exploring the monumental parts of New Delhi. You will be visiting Humayun’s Tomb, built in 1586 and the Qutub Minar, a 72 meters high tower. Next, you would be taken to visit the Iron Pillar, which is known for its composition with non-corrosion properties, surviving the caprices of weather for more than 1500 years. Then you will be driving through the Embassy area, Government buildings (1921-1930) and other tourist places in the new part of the city.
Day 03 - Delhi to Agra (204 km in 4-5 hrs. drive by road)
after breakfast, you will be taken to Agra by road and arriving there, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in and some refreshing time. In the evening, you will be witnessing the dreamlike view of Taj Mahal in the fading sunlight. Taj Mahal is the ultimate symbol of eternal love and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It was built by Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, so as to honor the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal is like a vision carved in milky white unspoiled marble. It is the incomparable monument representing the beauty of Mughal architectural style. Famous for its fascinating beauty, this magnificent structure with everlasting creativity is the result of unique craftsmanship and passion for architecture. Afterward, you would return to the hotel for overnight stay..
Day 04 - Agra to Fatehpur Sikri to Ranthambore (250 kms in 5-6 hrs. drive)
After breakfast, you would be taken to visit Agra Fort, which has been the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire for successive generations. Mughals used to rule their empire from Agra Fort and the origin of the present structure was set up by Emperor Akbar, who built the walls, gates, and the early buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River. Later on, Shah Jahan added the remarkable accommodations and the mosque, and Aurangzeb added the outer fortifications.
In the afternoon, you would be leaving for Ranthambore and on the way, there would be a stoppage at Fatehpur Sikri also known as the ghost capital. There, you will get an opportunity to visit splendid buildings in a state of perfect preservation. You will get to see structures such as Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal, Tomb of Salim Chishti, and Jama Masjid. After the visit, drive to Ranthambore will continue and after arriving there, you will be taken to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay.
Day 05 - Ranthambore Excursion
Early Morning, you will be visiting Ranthambore National Park to have a closer look at the wildlife including Tiger Safari. In the park, there are over 300 types of trees, 50 aquatic plants, over 300 types of birds, and 30 mammals. Animals like Sloth bear, wild boar, Chinkara, Porcupines and Jackals, Leopards, Jungle cat, marsh crocodile, Sambhar, Chital, Nilgai, Gazelle, Boars, Mongoose, Indian hare, Monitor lizards and a large number of birds apart from the tigers which are the chief attractions of this magnificent national park.
After a delicious breakfast, Have Rest and Leaisure.
In the evening, you will be visiting Sawai Madhopur, which is famed for many shops of arts and crafts, paintings, and other similar items. There you will also be able to find T-shirts, postcards, posters, and greeting cards with portraits of tigers and other wild animals and birds of Ranthambore National Park. You can also purchase local cloths, traditionally embroidered and mirror-studded clothes, Rajasthani turbans, dolls, and other handiwork items.
Later on In Evening Excursion to Park by Gypsy/canter.
Later you would be returning to the hotel for overnight stay in Ranthambore..
Day 06 - Ranthambore to Jaipur (182 kms in 3-4 hrs. drive)
Early Morning, you will be visiting Ranthambore for National Park Drive. After breakfast, you will be driven to Jaipur and on your arrival there, you would be transferred to your hotel for relaxation.
Day 07 - Jaipur Sightseeing
In the morning, after breakfast, you would be taken to visit Amer Fort, the former capital of the Rajputs. Located 11 km north of Jaipur at the hilltop, the fort is built on the dry, wrinkled Aravali Hills and is walled by fortified ramparts. The palace spans two sepia-hued tundra hills overseeing Maota Lake, and its extensive fortified walls frame the surrounding hills. You will ride up to the hilltop palace on an elephant like royalty and then the guide will give you an elaborate tour of the fort while giving you a peek into the past lifestyle of the Rajputs living in the fort. This architectural work of art has mirror-studded alcoves, incredible mosaics and water-cooled swings that used to delight the royals who resided in this fort. Afterward, you can spend time for shopping or just relaxing.
In the afternoon, you would be Sightseeing Jaipur city, where you will be seeing Hawa Mahal or the Palace of the Winds, a five-storied structure, and 593 stone screens, and build with pink sandstone in 1799 for women from the royal family. Then you will proceed for a well-guided tour of the City Palace & Observatory. The City Palace is located in the heart of the old city and it is a great blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture.
In the center of the palace is a seven-storied building known as Chandra Palace, with great views over the gardens and the city. Next place you would visit in City Palace is the Solar Observatory, which is an astronomical gem, with a solar device that offers correct predictions to date. You will be staying at the hotel for the night
Day 08 - Jaipur to Delhi Airport (259 kms in 5-6 hrs. drive)
On last day, after breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Delhi and then to the airport for onward journey. Hopefully, you will create a lot of new memories on this tour with your loved ones and come back for more.
