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The Golden Quadrangle
Visit Delhi, Jaipur, Agra & Gwalior
7Days / 6Nights

Welcome to a mesmerizing trip through the four flamboyant cities of India - Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Gwalior also known as the Golden Quadrangle. Enjoy the trip that cherishes the opulent panorama of life! Let the trip acquaint you with the cultural, historical and architectural hereditary magnificence of the capital of India, the city of Taj mahal the Pink City of Rajput Kings and the historical city of Gwalior.

Day 01
Arrive Delhi | City tour of Delhi)

Welcome to Delhi - The grand capital of India. On arrival at the Delhi airport or Delhi railway station, begin your tour of 'The Golden Quadrangle'. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Later enjoy a city tour of Delhi - visit Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; drive past the magnificent Red Fort, overlooking the river, Jamuna built during the years 1638 - 1648 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. The tour continues to Jama Masjid, one of Asia's largest mosques, which you can view from outside. If time permits, shop in the local market of Chandni Chowk. On arrival, check into the hotel. In the afternoon, proceed on a city tour visiting the Qutab Minar, India Gate and the Lotus Temple. Also drive past the Rashtrapati Bhavan, Parliament House and Government Secretariat buildings

Day 02
On to Jaipur (260 kms / approx. 5 & half hour drive)

Today, proceed to the pink city of Jaipur. Thereafter, the evening is free to explore this colourful and vibrant city and its local markets.

Day 03
In Jaipur | Visit Amer Fort, City Palace and Jantar Mantar

This morning, you will proceed on a visit to the ancient capital of the Kachwaha Rajputs, Amer Fort. (Elephant ride or Jeep ride on direct payment basis). Once on top, you can stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal ('Palace of Mirrors') where a single lamp light is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the entire room. Enroute to Jaipur, enjoy a photo-stop at Hawa Mahal - the palace of winds, an elaborate facade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on the street below. Later this afternoon, you will visit the City Palace and Jantar- Mantar, the observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh-II.

Day 04
On to Agra (220 kms / approx. 6 hour drive)

Today the journey continues to another historical and romantic city, Agra. Enroute, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city and once the capital of the Mughal Emperor, Akbar in the late 16th century. In 1584, only 14 years after moving here, Akbar abandoned this short-lived capital because of shortage of water. Upon arrival at Agra, visit the famous Taj Mahal built by Mughal Emperor, Shahjehan in 1630 for his beloved Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains.

Day 05
On to Gwalior (120 kms / approx. 3 hour drive)

In the morning, visit the Agra Fort containing the royal residential palaces, the Halls of Public & Private Audience and the beautiful gardens. Later, drive to Gwalior. In the evening enjoy the Sound & Light Show (entry on direct payment basis) at Gwalior Fort where the history of Gwalior and its warriors is narrated.

Day 06
In Gwalior

Today, proceed on a city tour visiting the 9th century Teli Ka Mandir, the 11th century Saas Bahu Ka Mandir and the Jiwaji Rao Scindia Museum. Continue your tour visiting the tomb of Tansen - Akbar's foremost court musician, followed by the memorials of the earliest freedom fighters like Tatya Tope and finally the newly constructed Sun Temple. The evening is free to shop in the local market.

Day 07
Return home with happy memories

Today bid farewell to your 'The Golden Quadrangle' tour, as you are transferred to Gwalior airport or Gwalior railway station for your onward journey. Return home with happy memories.

Day 08
On to Jammu (56 kms / approx 2 hour drive) Return home with happy memories

Today bid farewell to your 'Kashmir-Paradise on Earth' tour, as you are transferred to Jammu airport or Jammu railway station for your onward journey.