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India's Golden Triangle & Amritsar — 8 Days

Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Amritsar: Taj Mahal, Amber Fort, and the Golden Temple

This eight-day itinerary moves through four of North India's principal cities, anchored by three monuments of architectural and religious significance: the Taj Mahal in Agra, Amber Fort in Jaipur, and the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The route begins in Delhi, where Mughal and British-era sites coexist in the old and new city centres, then proceeds south to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway. From there, the journey turns east toward Jaipur, stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, the sixteenth-century capital abandoned by the Mughal emperor Akbar. The final leg travels north by overnight train to Amritsar, where the itinerary includes the Wagah Border ceremony and visits to sites connected to the partition of India and the Sikh faith. The tour is structured around road and rail travel, with guided visits to each major site and accommodation in each city.

Highlights

  • Taj Mahal at sunrise from the Agra side, followed by a rear view from Mehtab Bagh at sunset
  • Amber Fort near Jaipur, approached by elephant or jeep ride to the hilltop entrance
  • Golden Temple in Amritsar, the central shrine of Sikhism, set within a walled complex
  • Wagah Border Beating Retreat ceremony, the daily flag-lowering ritual at the India-Pakistan border
  • Fatehpur Sikri, en route to Jaipur
  • Red Fort in Delhi, the seventeenth-century walled fortress at the centre of Old Delhi
  • Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar
  • Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) in Jaipur

Day by day

1Arrival in Delhi & Half-Day City TourDelhi · Delhi Airport or Railway Station · India Gate · Qutub Minar · Lotus Temple
Arrival at Delhi Airport or Railway Station is met by a tour representative and transfer to the hotel. After check-in, a half-day guided tour covers India Gate, Qutub Minar, and Lotus Temple. Overnight in Delhi.
2Old and New Delhi SightseeingRaj Ghat · Jama Masjid · Red Fort · Chandni Chowk bazaar · Parliament House · President's House
Visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, and the Red Fort's exterior in Old Delhi. Pass through Chandni Chowk bazaar, then drive by Parliament House and President's House in New Delhi. Overnight in Delhi.
3Delhi to Agra via Yamuna ExpresswayDelhi to Agra · Agra Fort · Mehtab Bagh
After breakfast, the journey proceeds south to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway, a drive of approximately three hours. Upon arrival, the itinerary includes visits to Agra Fort, the sixteenth-century Mughal fortress, and Mehtab Bagh, a garden complex on the opposite bank of the Yamuna River offering a rear view of the Taj Mahal at sunset. Overnight in Agra.
4Taj Mahal at Sunrise & Fatehpur Sikri en Route to JaipurTaj Mahal · Fatehpur Sikri · Jaipur
An early morning visit to the Taj Mahal precedes breakfast at the hotel. The drive to Jaipur includes a stop at Fatehpur Sikri. The site contains palaces, mosques, and courtyards arranged around a central plaza. Arrival in Jaipur in the late afternoon, with check-in and overnight stay.
5Jaipur: Amber Fort, City Palace & MarketsAmber Fort · City Palace · Jantar Mantar · Hawa Mahal · local markets
Visit Amber Fort by elephant or jeep, then visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal. Browse local markets before overnight in Jaipur.
6Jaipur to Delhi & Overnight Train to AmritsarJaipur to Delhi · railway station
After breakfast, the drive returns to Delhi. In the evening, transfer to the railway station to board an overnight train or coach service to Amritsar.
7Amritsar: Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh & Wagah BorderGolden Temple · Jallianwala Bagh · Wagah Border · Partition Museum
Check in and visit the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh memorial, and Partition Museum. In the evening, witness the Wagah Border Beating Retreat ceremony between Indian and Pakistani guards. Overnight in Amritsar.
8Departure from AmritsarAmritsar Airport or Railway Station
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Amritsar Airport or Railway Station for onward travel.

Where you go

Map: India's Golden Triangle & Amritsar — 8 Days route
Numbers follow the itinerary order. © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap
  1. 1Delhi
  2. 2Red Fort
  3. 3Agra Fort
  4. 4Taj Mahal
  5. 5Fatehpur Sikri
  6. 6Jaipur
  7. 7Amber Fort
  8. 8City Palace
  9. 9Jantar Mantar
  10. 10Hawa Mahal

Included

  • Preferred Accommodations as Per Package.
  • Air Condition Vehicle for All Airport Transfers, Tours and Intercity Travel as Per Itinerary.
  • Private English-Speaking Guide,Approved by Ministry of Tourism (Other language guides also available upon request).
  • Daily Breakfast at hotel.
  • Toll Taxes, Parking, Driver Allowance, Fuel and all applicable taxes.
  • Assistance by a dedicated tour manager and associates throughout the tour.
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