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Golden Triangle & Ranthambore: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur & Tiger Territory — 7 Days
Delhi to Jaipur via Agra and Ranthambore, with two tiger safaris and four major heritage sites
This seven-day itinerary traces the classical Golden Triangle route — Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur — before extending into Ranthambore National Park for tiger safaris. The route covers the destinations of Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Ranthambore, and Jaipur. Two full days in Ranthambore permit morning and evening jeep safaris into the reserve, where Bengal tigers, leopards, and gaur are frequently sighted. Transfers between cities take place by road with a driver and guide; accommodation consists of hotel stays in each city.
Highlights
- Taj Mahal viewed at sunrise from the Agra riverbank
- Agra Fort, a massive red-sandstone Mughal fortress overlooking the Yamuna River
- Fatehpur Sikri, a fortified city visited during the tour
- Tiger jeep safari in Ranthambore National Park (morning and evening sessions)
- Amber Fort near Jaipur, approached by elephant from the base parking area
- Hawa Mahal, the five-story terracotta facade of Jaipur's most recognizable structure
- Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observation site in Jaipur
- Humayun's Tomb in Delhi, a marble mausoleum and early example of Mughal architecture
- Qutub Minar in Delhi, a minaret
Day by day
1Arrival in Delhiairport · hotel in Delhi
International flights typically arrive in late afternoon or evening. A driver meets passengers at the airport and transfers them to their hotel in Delhi for an overnight stay. The transfer to the hotel is included upon arrival.
2Delhi's Mughal and Modern Landmarks, Transfer to AgraAgra · Humayun's Tomb · Qutub Minar · India Gate · President's House · Parliament House · Lotus Temple · Delhi to Agra
After breakfast, a guide and driver begin a tour of Delhi's principal sites: Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Gate, the President's House, Parliament House, and the Lotus Temple. Following this six-hour tour, the group departs for Agra, a 200-kilometer drive taking approximately three hours. Arrival in Agra is in the late afternoon or early evening, followed by an overnight stay.
3Taj Mahal at Sunrise, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri to RanthamboreTaj Mahal · Agra Fort · Fatehpur Sikri · Ranthambore
An early start brings you to the Taj Mahal at sunrise, when the marble catches the first light over the Yamuna River. After breakfast at your hotel, a guide leads you through Agra Fort's red-sandstone walls. The journey to Ranthambore includes a stop at Fatehpur Sikri. You arrive in Ranthambore by evening.
4Morning and Evening Tiger Safaris, Ganesh TempleRanthambore · Lord Ganesh Temple
Tiger Jeep Safaris are available in Ranthambore. An early morning jeep safari (with guide and vehicle restrictions to protect wildlife) departs while light is low and tigers are most active; sightings frequently include tigers, leopards, gaur (Indian bison), and various deer species. The group returns to the hotel for breakfast and rest. In the late afternoon, a second jeep safari enters the park as evening light returns. Between safaris, an optional visit to Lord Ganesh Temple (located within the reserve) offers an alternative activity. Overnight stay in Ranthambore.
5Transfer to JaipurJaipur · Birla Temple · Monkey Temple · Albert Hall Museum
After breakfast, the group travels 200 kilometers to Jaipur (approximately four hours by road). Following check-in and a brief rest at the hotel, a guide leads an evening visit to three sites: Birla Temple (a modern Hindu temple set on a hill), Monkey Temple (also called Galta Kund, an ancient pilgrimage site carved into hillside cliffs), and Albert Hall Museum (Jaipur's principal museum, housed in a Victorian-era building). Overnight stay in Jaipur.
6Jaipur's Monuments: Amber Fort, Palaces, and Jantar MantarAmber Fort · Jantar Mantar · Jal Mahal · Hawa Mahal · City Palace · Jaipur's local markets
After breakfast, your guide and driver begin a full-day tour of Jaipur's landmarks. Start at Amber Fort, accessed by elephant from the parking area to the main gate, exploring its courtyards and mirror-inlaid chambers. Continue to Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and Jantar Mantar. Return to the hotel for rest. The evening is free to visit Jaipur's local markets or remain at the hotel. Overnight in Jaipur.
7Transfer to Delhi AirportJaipur to Delhi Airport
After breakfast, a driver transfers the group from Jaipur to Delhi (240 kilometers, approximately five hours by road). Timing is coordinated with the scheduled flight departure; drop-off at Delhi Airport concludes the itinerary.
Where you go
- 1Agra
- 2Taj Mahal
- 3Agra Fort
- 4Fatehpur Sikri
- 5Jaipur
- 6Amber Fort
- 7Jantar Mantar
- 8Hawa Mahal
- 9City Palace