Golden Triangle
• Old Delhi • Taj Mahal • Chand Baori Stepwells • Amber Fort, Jaipur • Lake Palace, Udaipur
PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$2,016
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Days
8
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Nights
7
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PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$2,016
|
Days
8
|
Nights
7
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Introduction
Our Golden Triangle is a perfect introductory journey for first timers! Tour iconic Old and New Delhi, influenced by 1850s British-Raj.
Visit India’s crown jewel – the Taj Mahal, the pink painted city of Jaipur and the royal lake city of Udaipur, and stay at the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. From iconic spice markets to Bollywood theatre, cooking classes and more, this is a perfect introduction to India!
Itinerary
Day 1 : Delhi
You will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 : Delhi
Visit the 17th century Jama Masjid mosque and enjoy a rickshaw ride to the spice market. See the community kitchen at the Sikh Golden Temple feeding 10,000 devotees daily. See the Gandhi Museum, India Gate, President and Government houses before taking the metro to the central markets of Connaught Place. This evening enjoy dinner at an Indian family home.
Day 3 : Delhi > Agra
Drive to Agra and this evening enjoy a traditional barbeque.
Day 4 : Agra > Chand Baori > Jaipur
Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Later, see the 16th century Mughal residence and UNESCO site of Agra Fort. Drive to Jaipur via the hidden step-well at Chand Baori, a geometric masterpiece popular from the Exotic Marigold films.
Day 5 : Jaipur
Take a classic jeep up to Amber Fort, enjoy a photo stop at the Jal Mahal water palace and see the Astronomical Observatory and 1700 AD City Palace. Walk through the colourful bazaar to see the iconic facade of the Palace of Winds and for dinner, join a Rajasthani cooking class.
Day 6 : Jaipur > Narlai
Fly to Udaipur and transfer to the 15th century village of Narlai. Drive to the heart of the Aravali Ranges to your boutique heritage mansion of a hotel, Rawla Narlai, which is also home to the royal family. This afternoon you may wish to take a walk through the village to interact with the locals and view their traditional way of life.
Day 7 : Narlai > Udaipur
Checkout and return to Udaipur, where a walking tour of the old town will introduce you to medieval bazaars, flower markets, the 16th century Udaipur Palace and Crystal Gallery towering over Lake Pichola. Visit the Saheliyon Ki Bari maidens garden before time for shopping in Bada Bazaar. Join a pottery class at a local artisan’s house followed by a sunset cruise and dinner overlooking the lake.
Day 8 : Udaipur
This morning, transfer to Udaipur airport.
There are many options to extend your journey in India and we will be happy to assist you with suggestions.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), AUD
TYPE |
TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
EXTRA from |
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2024 | |||
4 Star from | |||
1 Jan – 31 Mar |
AU$2,154 |
AU$2,684 |
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1 Apr – 30 Sep |
AU$2,016 |
AU$2,412 |
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5 Star from | |||
1 Jan – 31 Mar |
AU$2,403 |
AU$3,183 |
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1 Apr – 30 Sep |
AU$2,182 |
AU$2,740 |
Departs
Daily year round |
Included
• Tailor-made journey with
• English-speaking local guides
• 7 nights’ accommodation in the category of your choice
• 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners
• Economy class flight Jaipur > Udaipur
• Transfers by air-conditioned car and driver
• Sightseeing and entrance fees
• Local taxes
Important Notes
• Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, and Red Fort and Lotus temple are closed on Mondays
• Character and heritage hotels utilised where possible
• Ravla Khempur Hotel is a historic property without an official star rating
• Small group departures (max 10) are also available – enquire for dates
• Supplements apply on national holidays and at peak times
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
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