Golden Triangle Tour – 6 nights and 7 days in India

Wonder at the British colonial architecture of Edwin Lutyens and James Baker in the nation’s capital, New Delhi. Have the thrill of a Rickshaw ride in the narrow alleys of old Delhi. Be spellbound by the serene beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Experience the blended Hindu, Buddhist and Islamic architecture in the palaces of Emperor Akbar’s deserted city, Fatehpur Sikri. Relish the glory of Kachwaha architecture and culture in the City Palace of the pink city, Jaipur. The masonry instruments in the astronomical observatory of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh still function. Enjoy a ride on beautifully decorated elephants going up to the hilltop palaces of Maharaja Man Singh and Mirza Raja Jai Singh at Amber Fort. Choose your style of hotel from the world’s most luxurious to conveniently located comfortable hotels to suit your budget. Vegan and vegetarian cuisine can be arranged especially for you.

1.       13^th May 2009, ARRIVAL DELHI.
Meeting and assistance on arrival at the International airport, our representatives welcome and escort you by an air-conditioned private car and transfer to the hotel, whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would hand over the documents and brief the tour program to you. Overnight stay in hotel in New Delhi.

2.       14^th May 2009 IN DELHI.
Morning after breakfast visit Red Fort (photo-stop) - massive sandstone fort built by Shah Jahan on the banks of river Yamuna., Jama Masjid - is the largest mosque in India and stands across the road from the Red Fort, built in 1656 by Shahjahan. About 20,000 people can pray here at a time, Jama Masjid it was built from 1644 to 1658 in the reign of Shahjahan. The mosque which measures 65m on 35m, and whose court forms a square of 100m on side is by its surface the greatest religious construction of Islam, Rajghat - is the cremation ground of great father of the nation, Mahatama Gandhi. Afternoon proceed for sightseeing of New Delhi where you visit Qutub Minar- the tower of victory started by Qutub-Ud-Din-Aibak in 1199AD upon becoming the first Islamic Sultan of Delhi, Lotus temple- this distinctive lotus shaped marvel in Marble is a symbol peace, India Gate (the war memorial), parliament house and Presidents House (from outside). Overnight stay in hotel in New Delhi.

3.       15^th May 2009, DELHI / AGRA (SHATABDI EXP. 0615/0812).
Morning transfer by air-conditioned Tata Indigo Car to Agra in about 4 hours. Upon arrival check in to the Utkarsh Vilas Hotel. Afternoon proceed for sightseeing tour of Agra Fort. The elegant building inside reflecting an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural style built by Emperor Akber. Also enjoy Marble craftsmanship with the demonstration of the inlay work of precious and semi precious stones in the marble. Overnight stay in hotel in Agra.

4.       16^th May 2009, AGRA.
Early morning proceed for Taj Mahal with professional English speaking guide to visit Taj Mahal at sunrise. Taj Mahal glory and beauty of building surpasses beyond all human imaginations. Later come back to Hotel for Breakfast. After breakfast proceed to visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-dullah, father of Queen Nur Jehan - a two storied tomb bearing mosaics in inlaid semi-precious stones. Overnight stay in hotel in Agra.

5.       17^th May 2009, AGRA / JAIPUR (232 KMS /05 HRS).
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur with stop to visit Fatehpur sikri. Upon arrival check in to the heritage Mandawa Haveli. Rest of the afternoon is free at leisure. In evening enjoy a GEM-CUTTING & POLISHING demonstration as Jaipur is one of the world's most noted gem producers. Overnight stay in hotel in Jaipur.

6.       18^th May 2009, JAIPUR.
Morning after breakfast the tour starts a sunrise view of the Hawa Mahal in the pink city on the way to Amber Fort crowning at top of the hill. A royal ride on elephant up to the hill will take your imagination in the world of Maharajas. After sightseeing of the palaces built by Maharaja Man Singh and Mirza Raja Jai Singh, drive back to hotel with stop to view the Jai Mahal Palace island in the center of a lake in the north of walled pink city, Jaipur. Enjoy a visit to the wooden block printing demonstration and the world of Jaipur textiles. Afternoon half-day city sightseeing tour visiting Maharaja's City Palace - museums which contains the original collection of the Maharajas of Jaipur housing paintings, royal dresses and typical Rajasthani handicraft. Drive through the rose - pink structures, the official buildings and the market places of Jaipur and The Jantar Mantar: the observatory on stone built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the huge masonary instruments were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. Overnight stay in hotel in Jaipur.

7.       19^th May 2009, JAIPUR - DELHI (260 KMS/05 HRS)
Morning is free to relax. After lunch drive to New Delhi. Farewell dinner and transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport to board your flight back to USA.

 First Class Hotels summer price!

 Tourist Class Hotels summer price!

Deluxe Class Hotels using air-conditioned Toyota Innova Van for transportation
Winter September 1, 2009 to April 31, 2010 prices:

First Class Hotels using air-conditioned Toyota Innova Van for transportation
Winter September 1, 2009 to April 31, 2010 prices:

Tourist Class Hotels using air-conditioned Tata Indigo Car for transportation
Winter September 1, 2009 to April 31, 2010 prices:

The above prices include:

• Accommodation on Twin Sharing basis for 06 nights at the above mentioned hotels / similar category hotels will be offered incase of non availability at given hotels:
• Based on room with breakfast basis
• Transfers and sightseeing by chauffer driven air-conditioned mid size Tata Indigo car.
• Road tax, parking fees and driver’s overnight wages
• Tours with professional English Speaking Local Guide as per itinerary.
• Entry fee to all monuments and places of interest as per the itinerary (One Time)
• Elephant ride in Jaipur

The above prices do not include:

• Round Trip flight from USA to India (Please call or email us for airfares)
• Travel Guard Insurance (Highly recommended, please inquire the premium cost)
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, lunches and dinners
• Any items of personal nature like room service charges, laundry, telephone call charges in hotels
• Tips to the driver and guides ($ 3 per day each to the driver and guide is recommended)
• Any items not listed in the price included list above.
• India visa fee.

PAYMENTS:

Please fill out the registration form, sign it and mail it with an advance payment by personal check of $ 370 for 1^st Class and tourist class hotel accommodations and with an advance payment of $ 570 for luxury class hotel accommodations. The balance is payable 60 days before departure date. On receipt of the form I will be glad to inform you the travel insurance premium amount. There is an extra charge of 2.75% for payment with Visa, Mastercard and Discover credit and debit cards because credit and debit card commissions and fees are not included in the price. Please call or email us for credit or debit card payments.

Travel Guard Group Insurance: is highly recommended, please inquire for premium amount.