Golden Triangle

Places it includes

New Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan

Culture & Festival

The culture in North India varies from state to state but retains an unusual vibrancy throughout. Known for their joyful and flamboyant nature, the people here mainly belong to Hindu community although Muslim communities are also found in some regions.

While Delhi offers you all the resplendent luxury indulgences, the fairs and festivals in Rajasthan transport you to a different world and make you spellbound.

Some of the major festivals in this region are:

Pushkar Festival (Rajasthan) – October-November
Desert Festival (Rajasthan) – February
Elephant Festival (Rajasthan) – February – March
Indian Habitat Centre (Delhi) – A sophisticated place that holds several art exhibitions and film festivals throughout the year.

Shopping Attractions

Delhi is any shopper’s paradise with the variety it offers. Splurge with all the international brands at any high-end mall, or simply visit these markets for various specialties they offer-

Chandni Chowk – Silver jewelry and mouth-watering street food
Sunder Nagar – Posh market for art and antique shops
Delhi Haat – Handicrafts & Artifacts

Highlights

Delhi: Humayun’s Tomb, Red Fort, Crafts Museum, Rajghat, shopping, special gay parties and clubs
Agra: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, boat ride in Yamuna

Best time to visit

From September to March

Smart Tips

When planning an itinerary in Delhi, keep this in mind that certain monuments are closed on Mondays.

The exclusive variety of cuisines that these places offer is an absolutely no-miss!

Make sure to treat yourself to a boat ride in Yamuna River and elephant ride in Jaipur.

Description

The Golden Triangle Tour is equally favoured by both foreigners as well as locals for its perfect combination of culture, charm and architecture. A great option for those who are short on time, it covers Delhi, Agra and Jaipur in North India offering luxury combined with sight-seeing, nightlife, historical monuments and a prelude to India’s iconic past.

Delhi, the Capital of India is a potpourri of cultures from all over India and shows a perfect fusion of the traditional and the modern. The city also finds its mention in the Indian epic Mahabharata as the capital city of Pandavas. Hop on a special rickshaw ride to colourful bazaars for that special treat!

Gift your partner an eternal sunshine of love with world’s renowned Taj Mahal when in Agra. An awe-inspiring white marbled mausoleum on the banks of Yamuna, it was built by Shah Jahan in fond memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal and took 17 years and 20,000 labourers to accomplish this masterpiece.

One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Taj Mahal attracts millions of people every year from across the globe. Bill Clinton once remarked, “There are two kinds of people in the world. Those who have seen the Taj Mahal and love it and those who have not seen the Taj and love it.”

Offering more of historical architecture in Agra are Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort, which are also among UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The tour completes with a royal touch in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Rich in heritage sites and many mighty palaces (some of which are now restored to exclusive heritage hotels), Jaipur is the loved ‘Pink City’ of India that makes you feel every inch like a royalty with its luxury hotels, elephant rides and magnificent architectures such as Sheesh Mahal, Maharaja’s City Palace and Hawa Mahal among others.

How To Reach

All the three places are easily connected to the world via airports (in Delhi, Jaipur and Agra) and roads.