A short tour exploring Delhi's markets & monuments, Agra's Taj Mahal at sunrise, the Mughal heritage walk and an emporing visit to the Sheroes cafe.
This tour itinerary provides a captivating exploration of India's iconic landmarks and cultural gems. It starts in Delhi, showcasing both its modern and historical facets with guided tours of New and Old Delhi, including a metro ride, market visits, and a taste of local street food.
The journey then leads to Agra, home to the magnificent Taj Mahal. You'll experience a unique sunrise visit to this world wonder, complemented by a heritage walk through a local village and a visit to the empowering Sheroes Hangout Cafe.
With a blend of historical exploration, local interaction, and community support, this itinerary promises a fulfilling Indian adventure.
For those with more time available, why not consider our Incredible India tour which extends this itinerary to Jaipur and Hinduan.
Explore Indian history, art and culture on this six-day, guided trip to the famous destinations along the Golden Triangle. Starting from Delhi, this tour will take you to Agra and Jaipur before terminating in India's capital city. This trip is the perfect for visitors to India who want to see some of the highlights of the country in a limited time frame.
Start with a sightseeing tour in Delhi and see some of the city's most important monuments. We’ll take you by road to Agra, where you’ll get to see the Taj Mahal, among other sites. Then we’ll drive you to Jaipur, with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri along the way. After exploring Jaipur, head back to Delhi.
Aside from the famous Taj Mahal, the tour will take you to visit several other historic monuments like the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid, the Amber Fort and many others. Please see the detailed itinerary and the what’s included section for more information.
Sights, sounds, places, activities, events, food: everything on the agenda offer us an opportunity to truly experience the countries and cultures we visited.
Explore the sites of the iconic Golden Triangle before going on search for Indian tigers in Ranthambore National Park on this 10 day Indian adventure.
Your adventure starts in Delhi, where we take in both the new and old sides to the city. Old Delhi, the home of the Mughal Empire in centuries past, boasts a wealth of fascinating history, beautiful architecture and of course, great street food, while New Delhi's architecture, religious sites and modern aspects form an intriguing contrast. No visit to Delhi is complete without an exciting ride in a rickshaw or a taste of the world famous street food, that's why we've included these experiences at no additional cost!
Moving on to Agra, we'll firstly visit the Sheroes cafe for lunch, a great little NGO, supporting victims of acid attacks which we're proud to support. We'll then join a local villager who will escort us on a Mughal Heritage Walk through villages and farmland on the opposite bank of the Yamuna River to the Taj Mahal. This walking tour supports the local community and provides a fascinating insight into village life in Agra as well as providing great views of the Taj Mahal not normally seen. A sunrise tour of the Taj then follows before we head out into the countryside for a night in a converted palace and explore the village and surroundings, getting a real feel for rural Indian life.
As we move on to Jaipur, we visit the huge Step Well at Abanheri with its 3,500 steps and 13 stories (you might recognise it from the Great Exotic Marigold movie). Whilst in the 'Pink City' of Jaipur, capital of the arid state of Rajasthan, we'll visit the Amber Fort, City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory before exploring the city's famous craft and produce markets on foot and join a block printing workshop.
After leaving the members of the group heading back to Delhi, we move on to Ranthambore National Park.The park is one of India's most famous, and was declared one of the Project Tiger reserves in 1973. As well as the tigers, which are the main attraction for most people, there is a multitude of other wildlife including over 300 species of birds, marsh crocodiles and monitor lizards, and 30 mammals including sloth bear, wild boar, porcupines and jackals, leopards, jungle cats, monkeys and various species of deer and antelope.
Ranthambore also hosts an old fort which is interesting to pass on the way through the park. We take guided safaris through the park by canter (open backed lorry), before taking a ride on India's extensive rail network as we head back to Delhi where the tour comes to an end.
The accommodations used on this tour have been carefully selected and include a home-stay style hotel whilst in Delhi, a modern property in Agra and heritage hotels in Jaipur, Hinduan and Ranthambore.
The golden triangle was everything I expected and more. We had excellent tour guides who are very knowledgeable about the sites that we visited, their history, and local customs. Each hotel we stayed at was comfortable and the service was outstanding. The added a trip to Amritsar was also very memorable as the Golden temple is very spectacular. I also visited Dharmsala whose natural beauty and small winding streets were a nice change from the hustle and bustle of the large cities. I highly recommend Le passage of India as a tour guide. Deepak went over and above to ensure that we were comfortable throughout the trip. If you’re an enthusiast about world history a visit to India should be at the top of your list. The Taj Mahal is indescribable, however the Jaipur, Delhi, Amritsar, and Dharmsala also offer memories that your cherish for lifetime.
Spend eight days discovering the cultural wonders of northern India, starting and ending in Delhi. From the bustling bazaars of Old Delhi to the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra, this tour is packed with iconic sights and rich history. Stay in heritage properties in Karauli or Dholpur, and explore Jaipur’s ornate palaces and the striking Amber Fort. Highlights include rickshaw rides, Mughal architecture, and the vibrant Pink City. With plenty of free time and optional experiences like hot-air ballooning and street food tours, this trip offers a colourful, well-rounded introduction to India’s Golden Triangle.
Enjoy this 14-day tour, where you will travel through North India, covering the cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Agra and Mumbai, and exploring their attractions.
The caves of Ellora and Ajanta are what we wish to impress upon you in this trip. But these Unesco heritage sites aside, we also take you to the mesmerizing world of Jaipur, Agra, Khajuraho, Varanasi and Mumbai.
Besides the ancient temple caves of Ajanta and Ellora, in this tour you will get to see the fort of Daulatabad, the erotic art on Khajuraho temple complex, the stunning Taj Mahal, and the palaces and forts in the lovely pink city of Jaipur.
This is certainly is one of the most alluring holiday packages for a history lover.
Take a journey through India's highlights: explore New and Old Delhi, visit the famed Taj Mahal, get to know Jaipur, take a jeep ride to the Amber Fort, and enjoy an unforgettable boat ride along Udaipur's incredible Lake Pichola.
Experience the real India on this comfortable introduction to the cultures of the north and the natural beauty of the south. Travelling from Delhi to Kovalam, see what India has to offer on an 18-day adventure. The country’s highlights and hidden jewels are revealed against a backdrop of green through the Western Ghats and in the vibrant towns of Rajasthan. Visit India's bustling cities contrasted with quiet tiny fishing villages, along with tea gardens, tribal homes and historic enclaves. This wonderful introduction to India includes lavish palaces, vibrant bazaars and the incomparable Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Visiting the enchanting destination of Kerala is an indefinable experience. The immense greenery, exotic flora and fauna, the magnificent Western Ghats and countless other wonders offer a great escape to lose yourself in the splendid beauty of nature. Similarly, the Golden Triangle Tour of India offers its own priceless moments. I enjoyed a lot in the land of festivals and cultures. Thank you for the amazing hospitality, but you could have added some more local dishes other than paneer to the menu.
