10 Days The Ultimate Luxe Golden Triangle & Goa
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10 Days
English
Overview
Deep dive into one of the most beautiful cultures of the world on a 10 Day tour starting from the metro city Delhi & passing through Agra, Jaipur & ending at Goa. Connect with the locals, experience the food, colorful markets & diverse cultures.
Highlights
- Travel in absolute comfort and style with a chauffeur-driven air-conditioned car.
- Explore the mesmerizing Taj Mahal and get a chance to witness the grand mausoleum in all its beauty at Sunrise.
- Get a chance to explore the impressive walled exteriors and intricate art of the Red Fort.
- Relax on a sunny beach in Goa.
Description
Day 1: New Delhi (Airport Pick-up & drive to your hotel)
Our friendly representative will be at the airport to greet you as soon as you enter the arrivals area, and you will be driven to your hotel in comfort and safety. Delhi is known for its rich and diverse cultures, history and heritage is the ideal place to explore the pulse of India and its people. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: New Delhi (Old Delhi & New Delhi Sightseeing)
The morning begins with a refreshing breakfast. Your guide will meet you at your hotel and be ready to show you the best of Old and New Delhi. The tour will start with Old Delhi where you will visit the Jama Mosque- the largest mosque in India. In continuation, we take a Rickshaw ride (Pedicabs) through the 300 year’s old Chandni Chowk Bazaar to explore the historical lanes of Old Delhi and Asia’s largest spice market. At the end of the rickshaw ride, we move on to Raj Ghat, the memorial of the father of the nation Mahatma Gandhi. It is a peaceful place with beautiful gardens. Visit the Humayun Tomb - the first garden-style tomb of India. The main highlight of this tomb, inspired by Persian architecture, is the four garden squares with water passage channels surrounding the tomb. Later we head to British Delhi (New Delhi), drive past the official home of the President of India (Rashtrapati Bhavan) and India’s highest legislative body the parliament building. Also, visit the Iconic India gate memorial to 90,000 Indian soldiers who died during World War 1. Our last visit for the day will be the Qutub Minar UNESCO world heritage site. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: Agra (Drive to Agra & visit to Agra Fort)
After a refreshing breakfast at the hotel, get picked up at 9:30 AM by a comfortable car for an onward journey to Agra. Drive from Delhi to Agra is approx. 210 km and would take 3.5-4 hours to reach Agra depending upon the traffic.
Upon arrival in Agra, Check-in at the hotel & enjoy your lunch (at your own cost). Post Lunch, drive to the magnificent Agra Fort, A UNESCO world heritage site. Started to build in 1565 & completed in 1573, the Agra fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, it was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty till 1638 when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi.
After, Agra Fort Visit, Drive back to the hotel with an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4: Jaipur (Sunrise Taj Mahal & drive to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri)
Today we wake up early and visit the Taj Mahal around 6:15 AM, just in time for a gorgeous sunrise view of the Taj Mahal! (It is believed that Taj turns to light pinkish shade at sunrise) Follow your guide inside the stunning marble mausoleum, where the graves of King Shahjahan and his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal remain today. Get acquainted with the unique facts and stories about the monument before heading back to the hotel for a hot breakfast.
Post breakfast, we start our journey to Jaipur that will take approx. 5 hours. On our way to Jaipur, visit an ancient Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri Famously known as the ghost city, it was in the 16th century when Mughal ruler, Akbar built it as his capital. The city soon was abandoned for various reasons and is considered a masterpiece of Indo-Islamic architecture Following this gripping exploration, you’ll be escorted to your hotel in Jaipur. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Jaipur (Full Day Jaipur Sightseeing)
Right after a filling breakfast, you will be collected by your guide and taken to Amber Fort. Ride up to the fort at the back of an Elephant and experience the royal ride like the Royal family did in the past. After exploring Amber Fort, we head to the city for the rest of the sightseeing tour. En route, we stop to take pictures of the amazing spectacle Jal Mahal (Water Palace). Afternoon enjoys a local Jaipur style of artwork, block printing, and stone cutting. In continuation of the tour, we visit City palace- Built between 1729 and 1732, Located in the epicenter of the Pink city Jaipur. Also, visit the solar observatory Jantar Mantar. The observatory was built in 1716 A.D and contains 15 astronomical instrument complexes, one remains unfinished, of which 6 functions with solar lithe and 11 by Lunar and stellar reflection. The evening will be at your leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: Jaipur (Full Day at Leisure)
This day is completely free for you to spend your day at leisure. You may opt for our other day tour activities like a cooking class with a local family or a hot air balloon ride. You can contact us for further information on additional activities.
Day 7: Goa (Jaipur to Goa by Flight)
This day post breakfast, get picked up from your hotel in Jaipur and drive to Airport for your onward flight to Goa. Flight Duration from Jaipur to Goa is approximately 2 hours & 15 Minutes. Upon arrival at the Goa Airport, our driver cum representative will pick you and drive you to your hotel in Goa. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8: Goa (Full Day Goa Sightseeing)
This morning after a refreshing breakfast, we start our today’s sightseeing starting first by visiting the Basilica of Bom Jesus, dedicated to "Bom Jesus" meaning infant Jesus. This is about 400-years old UNESCO site that stands unique from other churches with its un-plastered exterior. Built-in the year 1594, it is one of the magnificent examples of Baroque architecture. Next, visit the Se Cathedral Church dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria. It is a beautiful edifice graced with superb Iberian facades, intricate mosaic work, and carvings. It is renowned for its biggest Church Bell in Goa. Close to Se Cathedral is the Museum of Christian Art that carries a good collection of priest robes, archaics, wine cups (chalices), gorgeous paintings, and statues. Later, head to the Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception that has the 2nd largest church bell in Goa after Se Cathedral. This church, built-in 1541, is dedicated to Mary Immaculate. Visit the Aguada Fort. Here you can witness the confluence of the Mandovi River and the Arabian Sea. This 17th-century Portuguese-styled fort is named after a freshwater spring that supplied water to the Aguada Fort - wherein Agua is a Portuguese word that means water and Aguada means where the water gets collected. Over the years, it lures its visitors with scenic landscapes, spectacular sea views, and awe-inspiring historic tales. Spend time clicking photographs here. Drive past Sinquerim Beach, Candolim Beach, and Calangute Beach. Visit the Church of Mae de Deus in Saligao, Goa. This pristine white-painted Church built in 1873 is one of the finest examples of the Neo-Gothic style of architecture. It is a stunningly distinctive church dedicated to Nossa Senhora Mai de Deus (Mother of God). At the end of the day, drive back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 9: Goa (Full Day at Leisure)
This day is completely free for you to spend your day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Goa (Tour ends in Goa)
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Goa. There are no activities planned for today and you are free to depart from Goa at any time.
If you would like to receive an airport transfer for Goa Airport or inter hotel transfers (in case of post accommodation booked) kindly let us know at the time of booking.
Inclusions
- 9 Nights Accommodation in a 5-star property.
- Daily breakfast at the hotel from day 2 to day 10.
- English-speaking professional tour guide on all days of sightseeing.
- Pick-up at the Delhi International airport.
- One-way flight ticket from Jaipur to Goa.
- Transfers in an air-conditioned & sanitized vehicle.
- Hygiene Measures: Hand sanitizers, face masks are available in the car with a transparent shield between the driver & passengers.
- Rickshaw ride in old Delhi
- A Water Bottle per person, per day.
- All applicable local taxes.
Exclusions
- Insurance is not included in the tour price. You can arrange your travel insurance at any time before the tour starts. Kindly Note, having insurance is mandatory and the details shall be collected on the First day of your meeting with the guide.
- Entrance ticket at the monuments.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Flights before and after the tour are not included. You can arrange the same as per your convenience.
- Items of personal nature like laundry.
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Any mandatory gala dinner on X-mas & new year's eve.
- Prices are not valid from 20th Dec till 06th Jan
- We pick up all travelers
- IGI Delhi International Airport
- Knees and shoulders must be covered at all places of worship.
- Comfortable walking shoes/slippers are recommended.
- Shoes and slippers need to be removed at all places of worship. They will be safely stored for you.
- New Masks are provided every day to keep you safe. Masks are available in bulk in the vehicle in case you need extra at any time.
From
$1,811.00
per person