8 Days Golden Triangle Tour with Ranthambore Tiger Safari

Welcome to New Delhi is located on the Indo-Gangetic plain, the city has its known charm to discover the colorful street life, beautiful parks and varied architecture style, whereas in Old Delhi, you will visit the Jama Masjid India's largest mosque and the commercial area of Chandni Chowk. The Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi's mortal remains were cremated. In New Delhi enjoy a trip to the mausoleum of Emperor Humayun, a forerunner to Mughal architecture with its focus on domes and symmetry. Then drive past the India Gate, an iconic national monument in the heart of city, built to commemorate the sacrifice of Indian soldiers during World War 1st. Also visit the white marble Sikh temple. Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, built where the eight Sikh Guru, stayed before his death in 1664.

Upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative and you will be escorted to your hotel, check-in at hotel and freshen up, after freshening up you will meet our Tour Guide/Travel Assistant at hotel's lobby.

Tour will begin in Delhi itself in late afternoon of the Qutub Minar is a tapering tower, which was designed similar to the Minaret of Jam located in Western Afghanistan. The first floor of the tower was built in 12th century. The second, third and fourth floors were built in 13th century and the last floor was completed in 14th century. There were attempts to add a sixth storey to the tower, which failed. At the foot of the monument a mosque call Quwwat-ul-Islam. The eastern gate of the mosque holds an inscription stating that the construction material used for building the mosque comes from demolition of several temples. Later in the evening enjoy your welcome dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast will begin the tour to discover the colourful street life, beautiful parks and varied architecture style on an included sightseeing tour. In Old Delhi, you will visit the Jama Masjid-India's largest mosque and the commercial area of Chandni Chowk. The Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi's mortal remains were cremated. In New Delhi enjoy a trip to the mausoleum of Emperor Humayun, a forerunner to Mughal architecture with its focus on domes and symmetry. Then drive past the India Gate, an iconic national monument in the heart of city, built to commemorate the sacrifice of Indian soldiers during World War 1st.

Later proceed for lunch, after lunch drive towards to Agra, arrive and check-in at hotel overnight stay.

Early morning, we will begin the day at sunrise with a visit to one of the most incredible monuments ever built for love by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife and beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. It is made entirely of white marble and its walls are decorated with exquisite stone inlay work. It is said that different types of semi-precious stones were used in the intricate inlay work done on the interiors. After her untimely death, Shah Jahan had her mortal remains buried in this mausoleum, after his demise he was placed to rest to his beloved queen here. It took almost 20 years to build around 20000 workers were recruited this dream into reality.

Here we will Return to hotel for breakfast, after having a delicious breakfast visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO world heritage site with imposing walls of red sandstone. The fort is almost two miles long and contains palaces, audience halls and mosques.

We will visit an amazing marble factory to experience the creation of fine inlaid stonework and translucent marble native to the region. The craftsmen of Agra are still renowned for the exquisite marble-inlay work that has made Agra's monuments famous.

After breakfast, drive to Ranthambore National Park, en route visit the abandoned Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, this was the old capital of the Moghuls, which was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. After Fatehpur Sikri proceed for the Lunch on the way to Ranthambhore.

Later on enjoy the authentic Rajasthani village, where we will get the chance to meet the traditionally dressed villagers, visit their homes and watch farmers & goat herders plying their trade, perfect to capture on your camera lens. Afterwards continue drive towards to Ranthambore National Park is the true den of the tigers situated near the confluence of the lakes namely Padam Talab, Raj Bagh Talab and Milak Talab. Apart from the Bengal Tiger, other animals that inhabit the park are the Sloth Bear, Jackals, Marsh Crocodile, Leopard, Gazelle, Indian Hare, Porcupines, Jungle Cat, Sambhar, Chinkara, Mongoose, Nilgai, Wild Boar and Monitor Lizards. A variety of exotic birds can also be seen in huge numbers here. The park is equally rich in flora. Trees like Banyan, Dhok, Mango and Pipal are in abundance. The landscape of the park is dominated by shallow lakes, gentle slopes and plateaus. Arrive and check in at your hotel.

Your day will begin with pre-dawn coffee and biscuits before setting off on a guided, early morning game drive in search of the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. Return to your hotel for breakfast before making our way back to the park for an afternoon game drive, ending our day just before sunset.

After breakfast leave for Jaipur Jaipur named after its founder Maharaja Jai Singh II (1693-1743), the city was designed by an engineer and scholar Vidyadhar Bhattacharya, in accordance with ancient Hindu treatise on architecture, Vastu Shastra. Surrounded by the Aravalis, the city is dotted with hill forts-listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India, splendid palaces, and many fascinating architecture. Arrive and check in at hotel for overnight stay.

In the morning after breakfast enjoy an excursion to Amber Fort by Elephant/Jeep. Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani Fort Palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendant Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression.

Visit City Palace - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city.

"Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Their five-story structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trellis work and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.

We leave after breakfast for Delhi by drive. Arrive and check-in at your hotel remaining day is at leisure for your independent activities. will leave you with happy memories from this incredible land of India.