Golden Triangle exploration India trip

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Step into India with a Golden Triangle exploration journey created for travelers seeking exceptional India trips rooted in authenticity and personal connection. Move beyond postcards to intimate encounters with local artisans, fragrant street markets, and soulful cuisine, guided by private experts who shape each day around your pace and interests.

Choose your dates, customize every detail, and reserve your personalized journey to create the meaningful memories you have been waiting for.

Golden Triangle exploration India trip highlights

  • Customized cultural immersion: Design your days with private activities crafted to connect you authentically with India's living traditions.
  • Iconic monuments and hidden gems: Explore the Taj Mahal, Red Fort, and lesser-known palaces with timing to avoid crowds and capture unforgettable photos.
  • Local flavors and private dining: Savor curated meals designed to introduce you to authentic regional tastes.
  • Heritage stays and boutique hotels: Sleep in restored havelis and boutique hotels selected for atmosphere that reflects India's heritage.
  • Personalized guides and seamless logistics: Travel with expert guides and tailored transfers who adapt each day to your pace, interests and special requests.
DayLocationActivityOvernight
1Delhi

• Arrival and private transfer to the hotel

• Check-in and time to relax

• Personalized local recommendations

• Leisure time for markets, street food, or spa

Delhi
2Delhi

• Guided Old Delhi visit to Jama Masjid

• Rickshaw ride through bustling bazaars

• Drive past Raj Ghat and India Gate

• View Rashtrapati Bhavan and Parliament House

• Visit Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb

Delhi
 3Delhi to Jaipur

• Guided walk in Old Delhi

• Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk

• Views of the Red Fort

• Visit Raj Ghat and India Gate

• Drive to Jaipur and hotel check-in

Jaipur
4Jaipur

• Visit Amber Fort and Shish Mahal

• City Palace and Sawai Man Singh II Museum

• Photo stop at Hawa Mahal

• Visit Jantar Mantar

• Time to explore local markets

Jaipur
5Jaipur to Agra

• Early visit to Hawa Mahal

• Drive to Amber Fort for a guided tour

• Visit City Palace and Jantar Mantar

• Afternoon drive to Agra

• Hotel check-in and relaxation

Agra
6Agra

• Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal

• Breakfast at the hotel

• Guided tour of Agra Fort

• Visit Baby Taj

• Sunset views from Mehtab Bagh

Agra
7Agra to Delhi

• Visit Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah

• Explore Mughal artistry and marble inlay

• Drive to New Delhi

• Hotel check-in and rest

Delhi
8Delhi

• Private transfer to the airport

• Concierge assistance with departure

• Flight home or onward journey

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Day01

Arrival in Delhi

Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, take time to relax and unwind as your India travel experience begins with a warm welcome and personalized local recommendations.

Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring nearby markets, sampling Delhi’s street food, or enjoying hotel spa and concierge services, all tailored to shape your India trip around your tastes and interests.

Aerial view of New Delhi, India, Asia
Day02

Old and New Delhi

After breakfast, explore Old Delhi with a visit to Jama Masjid, the iconic 17th century mosque, followed by a rickshaw ride through bustling bazaars where you can sample local street flavors and feel the pulse of authentic city life.

Continue into New Delhi, driving past Raj Ghat, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Parliament House while admiring the colonial architecture designed by Edwin Lutyens. Conclude the day with guided visits to UNESCO listed landmarks Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb.

Famous Jama Masjid Mosque in old Delhi, India.
Day03

Old Delhi tour and drive to Jaipur

Start your day in Old Delhi with a guided walk to Jama Masjid, followed by a rickshaw ride through the lively lanes of Chandni Chowk and views of the Red Fort. Immerse yourself in spice markets, street food, and living history as your guide shares local stories, showcasing one of the best places to visit in India for cultural depth.

Continue to Raj Ghat and pass India Gate before driving onward to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and begin soaking up the timeless charms of the Pink City.

Fatehpur-Sikri
Day04

Amber Fort and City Palace

Enjoy a tailor-made full day in Jaipur, beginning at the majestic Amber Fort with its hilltop gateways, the Diwan-i-Am, and the Shish Mahal, where mirrored mosaics shimmer in candlelight.

Continue to the City Palace and the Sawai Man Singh II Museum to view royal armor, miniature paintings, and ceremonial regalia. Admire the iconic façade of the Hawa Mahal with its 953 latticed windows before stepping behind it to explore the astronomical instruments of Jantar Mantar.

The day concludes with time to browse local markets offering woven rugs, printed textiles, and semi-precious stones.

Passage to Amber Fort in Jaipur, India
Day05

Jaipur to Agra

Begin your day in Jaipur with an early visit to the Hawa Mahal, capturing its iconic honeycomb façade in the soft morning light. Continue with a short drive to Amber, ascending by private vehicle to the hilltop Amber Fort for a guided exploration.

Later, visit the City Palace and the remarkable astronomical instruments of Jantar Mantar, gaining deeper insight into Rajasthan’s royal and Mughal heritage. After lunch, drive to Agra and check in at your hotel to relax.

Agra
Day06

Sunrise at the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort

Begin your day with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, watching its white marble glow as the sun rises, a highlight of any thoughtfully planned India itinerary. Enjoy a private guided walk before returning to your hotel for a relaxed breakfast.

Continue with visits to the grand palaces of Agra Fort and the delicate Itmad-ud-Daulah, often called the Baby Taj, before concluding with uninterrupted views of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh across the Yamuna River.

Taj Mahal
Day07

Agra to Delhi via Itmad-ud-Daulah

Explore Agra with a visit to the nearby Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, often called the Baby Taj, where delicate marble inlay and intricate Mughal detailing reveal the artistic influences that later shaped the Taj Mahal.

Continue onward to New Delhi, check in to your hotel, and relax after the journey.

Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
Day08

Departure

Today, transfer to Delhi International Airport for your flight home or to continue your India trip.

Your private transfer and concierge team will assist with luggage, check-in, and any last-minute arrangements, leaving you time for a final cup of chai or a quick stop at a local market before departure.

The Lotus Temple, located in New Delhi, India, is a Bahai House of Worship