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The Golden Triangle with Shimla

Delhi ➡ Agra ➡ Jaipur ➡ Shimla

3 SHIMLA

Your journey begins and ends in Delhi

KEY 1

Nights stay Visit to Amber Fort

DELHI

4

JAIPUR

2

INDIA

Visit to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort

1

AGRA FATEPHUR SIKRI

DAY 1 - DELHI

Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer from the airport to your hotel and get settled. DAY 2 - DELHI

Your included full day tour of both Old and New Delhi includes a traditional rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Presidential Palace, the India Gate, and the Parliament House. In the evening, you have the option to join a local Indian family at their home for an authentic cooking demonstration for dinner.

DAY 3 - DELHI TO AGRA

Take the Gatimaan Express directly to Agra. Upon arrival, your guide will take you to visit Agra Fort and then drop you off at your hotel. This afternoon, you’ll get to catch the sunset at the legendary Taj Mahal. DAY 4 - AGRA TO JAIPUR

During your drive to Jaipur, you’ll visit Fatephur Sikri, a deserted red sandstone city, as well as the visually spectacular Chand Baori stepwells in Abhaneri. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check into your hotel.

DAY 5 - JAIPUR

This morning, drive up to Amber Fort by jeep. Then, explore on foot before returning by jeep. Main highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site include Suraj Pol, Jaleb Chowk, Chand Pol, Siladevi Temple, and Jai Mandir. Later, enjoy a half-day city tour of Jaipur and an evening cooking demonstration followed by dinner with a local Indian family.

11 DAYS

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VACATION INCLUDES:

• Rail travel as per itinerary • 10 nights accommodations with breakfast • Full-day day of Old and New Delhi • Visit to Agra Fort and Taj Mahal • Excursion to Fatehpur Sikri and Chand Baori stepwells in Abhaneri • Half-day city tour of Jaipur • Jeep tour to Amber Fort • Sightseeing tour of Shimla • Airport transfers

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Delhi - The Claridges Agra - The Oberoi Amarvilas Jaipur - The Oberoi Raj Vilas Shimla - Radisson Blu

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

DAY 6 - JAIPUR TO DELHI

Drive from Jaipur back to Delhi with the rest of the day at your leisure. DAY 7 - DELHI TO SHIMLA

This morning, you’ll be provided with a packed breakfast to take on the Shatabdi Express train to Kalka. Then, you’ll board the Himalayan Queen Express toy train to Shimla and transfer to your hotel. Shimla exudes plenty of colonial charm and its highlights can be easily explored on foot. DAY 8 - SHIMLA

Explore the hilltop city today on your sightseeing tour. Visit the Vice-regal Lodge, stroll along the long, winding main street, The Mall, to Scandal Point.

DAY 9 - SHIMLA

Enjoy your free day in Shimla exploring on your own. We recommend a day hike to Seepur and the temple of Taradevi. DAY 10 - SHIMLA TO DELHI

Catch the train back to Delhi from Kalka railway station today following breakfast at your hotel. You will be provided with a packed dinner. DAY 11 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN DELHI

Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport.

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