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Golden Triangle India with Goa
What comes to mind when you think of India? The magnificent Taj Mahal? The architecture of Delhi? Pink City of Jaipur? Pristine Beaches of Goa? Then you can take a step back in time, and not only visit the Taj Mahal, Delhi and other ancient monuments, but also experience how ancient, colonial and modern cultures have all merged to build the richly romantic India. The Golden Triangle Tour with Goa will take you to Delhi where you'll discover the architecture that rivals Rome, Athens and Istanbul... Agra, where you'll stand in amazement at the world's 7th wonder, the magnificent Taj Mahal...and Jaipur, home to the 'pink palaces' and other architectural masterpieces. You'll have time to relax in Goa--a scenic little hideaway where you can enjoy the beautiful white beaches and warm, blue tropical waters. The shops surrounding the beach sell home-grown cashew nuts and the entire area is surrounded by a natural beauty.
The Golden Triangle Tour in India is all-inclusive so all you have to worry about is bringing your camera, and relaxing. This is an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience some of the world's unspoiled areas, and still magnificent monuments. Your tour will start out and end in Delhi where you will stay in luxury hotels. You'll have time to explore Delhi which is India's capital and home to more than 16 million people. You will get to see some of the most breathtaking architectural wonders in the world in this ancient city. You'll then travel on to Agra and Jaipur. Finally, you will spend one week on the beaches of Goa. If you want to visit India's most historical and cultural cities, then choose the Golden Triangle Tour in India with Goa.
Tour Duration: 12 Nights/13 Days
Season: Throughout the year
Tour Customizable: Yes
Number of Participants: Minimum 1; Maximum 24
Tour Highlights: The tour is a personalized individual tour & can be started any time of year / month. The car, guides will be exclusively for you only. The tour is based on private departures, whereby you can benefit from having a private air-conditioned car, stop en-route for breaks or photo opportunities. Old Delhi (Jama Mosque, Red Fort, Mahatma Gandhi Crematorium, Humayun Tomb, Qutub Minar ), New Delhi (Government buildings, Birla Temple, Akshardham Temple (world's most beautiful temple), Jaipur (Amber Fort, Palace of Winds, Observatorium, Birla Temple, Nahargarh Fort), Agra (Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Itmad-ud-daula), Goa ( 7 nights in Goa at beach resort). Being based in India, we offer you the best value of your money. Having branch and associated offices all over India, Classic Holidays India guarantees your complete peace of mind and comfort during your India travel with 24/7 support. Finest Hotels in the category chosen.
Private car round trip: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Goa - Delhi
Tour Package Inclusions: 12 nights accommodation in mentioned hotels or similar with daily breakfast. All transfers & sightseeing as per the itinerary by air-conditioned car. One full day sightseeing in Goa covering Old Goa churches and other sights. Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi through Old Delhi-Jama Masjid, Gurduwara (Sikh Temple), Chandni Chowk Bazaar Rickshaw ride in Jaipur through Bazaars of old pink city One way horse carriage ride from the nearest parking to Taj Mahal in Agra Elephant ride (alternatively by jeeps) to ascend Amber Fort in Jaipur Fun and dinner and entrances to Ethnic village resort in JaipurExcursion to Nahargarh (Tiger) Fort in Jaipur to watch the sunset and beautiful view of Jaipur Entrance fee to monuments as mentioned in the itinerary Mineral water (1litre) per person per day English-speaking guide shall be provided for the sightseeing tours. Representative for assistance on all arrival and departure transfers. All applicable taxes, driver allowances, parking, fuel charges, interstate taxes, service charges
Services not included: Any airfare (domestic or international) Visa and Travel Insurance Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions. Our quote is not valid for period other than mentioned above Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, any Insurance, airport departure tax etc.
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| Call (800) 471-9882 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8401435 | | Classic Holidays (India) Pvt. Ltd. | | Offer valid through 4/1/2010 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Delhi | Welcome to Delhi!: You will arrive at the Delhi International Airport. Delhi is India's second largest metropolis next to Mumbai, which is located in the northern part of the country. The architectural features in the city are similar to those which can be seen in Athens, Rome and Istanbul. | | Day 2 | Delhi | Exploring Delhi: Your first day you will explore the old and new city of Delhi. You'll be mesmerized by the 100-foot, red-stone boundary walls of Red Fort built during the 17th century. Opposite this ancient structure is the Jama Masjid, built in 1656. Found in front of the Jama Masjid is the 1656 AD construction of red sandstone and white marble. It is the largest mosque in India where 20,000 people can pray together. You will also tour the town in a Rickshaw. Along the streets of old Delhi you will see the Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi (Father of the Nation) Memorial, which is close to the river Yamuna. Next, you will visit the Humayun Tomb of the second Mughal emperor, which was completed by his wife during the 16th century. Shahjahan had the vision for the structure of the Taj Mahal. The Qutub Minar, a 220-foot tower made by one of the first Muslim leaders in India, was built between 1199 and 1368 AD. It runs counter to Rashtrapati Bhawan, the residence of the President of India. There you'll see the buildings of government and parliament and India Gate which is 130-foot wall built in memory of the soldiers who died during the First World War. | | Day 3 | Agra | From Delhi to Agra: From Delhi, you will enjoy the drive to Agra, and get to visit Sikandra, the amazing grave of Akbar, the most influential of all Mughal emperors. The grave lies 6 miles before Agra. Agra is placed on the deposits of the Yamuna River and was under the Mughal rulers during the 16th and 17th centuries. The highlight of the Golden India tour triangle package is visiting the world-famous Taj Mahal (1631-1653). This amazing piece of architecture made of light-colored marble, was built by Mughal ruler Shah Jahan for his departed wife Mumtaz Mahal. Its architecture reveals why it's one of the Seven Wonders of the World. For 21 days, 20,000 expert workers from Italy, France, Iran and Asia worked on the memorial. Upon your arrival you can go to your hotel for a good night's rest. | | Day 4 | Jaipur | From Agra to Jaipur: After breakfast, you will inspect the wide and vast Agra fort at the west deposit of the Yamuna River. Agra fort was built in the 1600's by Akbar and was finished by his grandson. After the visit, you will go as far as Jaipur, the cap of the country Rajasthan, which is also popularly known as Pink City because of its pink houses' frontal façade and metropolis fence. On the way, you will visit Fatehpur Sikri, which is 22 miles from Agra, the other large city of Akbar, built in 1569. Akbar shifted his cap to Fatehpur Sikri, but after 13 days due to the scarcity of water, it was shifted to Lahore in Pakistan and back again to Agra. Arrival to Jaipur is scheduled in the afternoon, and an overnight stay will be at the hotel. | | Day 5 | Jaipur | Exploring Jaipur: After an early breakfast you will drive to fort Amber (6 miles), the former capital of Kachhawaha Rajputs. On the way, you will stop to visit the city's landmark: the Hawa Mahal (palace of the winds). Built during the 18th century, the five-story building features 953 windows and niches from which the royal women observed the procession in the street without being seen. Next you will visit Amber fort, which lies on 400-foot-tall hill and is surrounded by the chain of mountains known as Aravalli. Afterwards you will visit the Pink city Jaipur. The city palace built in 1734 lies in the center of Jaipur and is now the residence of the royal family of Jaipur and a beautiful museum. After that you will visit Jantar Mantar, an observatory. It was built in the 18th century by the city founder Jai Singh II. The instruments are out of stone and marble and served to explore the night skies. You will then return to your hotel for an overnight stay. | | Day 6 | Goa | Jaipur - Goa: After breakfast you will be transferred for a flight to Goa via Bombay. After your arrival in Goa, you will be transferred to your hotel. This is a day at leisure so enjoy the white sand beaches and soak up some sun. You will have an overnight stay in Goa. | | Day 7-12 | Goa | Goa: Six night at leisure in Goa. Enjoy the water sports at the beach, go for a swim, or explore the shops for cashew nuts. | | Day 13 | Delhi/Bombay | Goa - Delhi/Bombay: After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Delhi or Bombay to connect with your flight back home. |
| | Please Note:
*There will be an obligatory supplement charge on Christmas and New Year Eve.
*Twin- Cost per person on twin sharing basis for minimum two persons traveling.
*All prices are in US Dollars
Hotels Selected:
Luxury (5 star): Delhi: The Metropolian; Agra: Taj Gateway Hotel; Jaipur: Le Meridien; Goa: Park Hyatt and Spa
Deluxe (4 star): Delhi: The Connaught; Agra: Clarks Shiraz; Jaipur: Clarks Amer; Goa: Majorda Beach Resort
Standard (3 star): Delhi: Gautam Deluxe; Agra: Hotel Usha Kiran; Jaipur: Heritage Hotel Shahpura House; Goa: Marquis Beach Resort
Triple rooms are available on request
Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices.
Pl. note that hotels mentioned is subject to availability. Otherwise hotels of similar category will be provided. Cost ascertained on traveling of minimum 2 persons. All hotels charge Christmas and New Year supplement charge directly. |
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