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India's Genuine Golden Triangle
Head into the real heart of Rajasthan on this Golden Triangle tour with a difference. From the frenetic streets of Delhi, to the rose-tinted buildings of Jaipur and marbled walls of the Taj Mahal, you’ll experience all the highlights while staying in family-run guesthouses offering a unique glimpse into local life. Dine with your hosts, hear stories about their heritage and learn all about the authentic culture of this fascinating region.
£1,450 - £1,575pp including international flights
Itinerary overview
Highlights of trip
Day 1
Delhi
On arrival in Delhi, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the capital. Formed from what were once seven separate cities, today Delhi is a vibrant metropolis with a string of impressive sights, from the Red Fort to the elaborate Jama Masjid Mosque. Choose from a range of optional local experiences, including a hands-on cooking lesson, or get to know your hosts at tonight’s guest house. You’ll be staying at a family-run homestay opened by the owner’s father, who was a colonel in the British Indian Army. Take in the sunset from the terrace and enjoy a traditional north Indian dinner prepared by your hosts as you get an insider glimpse into local life. Overnight at The Colonel's Retreat.
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Guests often come back after a day of sightseeing in Delhi and tell me: “It’s nice to be home"
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Step back into the 18th-century Mughal era at Haveli Dharampura, a 200-year-old heritage property.
Day 2
Delhi
Enjoy a full day in the city today. When you If you’re feeling energetic, opt for a Delhi by Dawn tour to see the city come alive in the early hours. Alternatively, enjoy an optional culinary tour with a local food expert, take a rickshaw ride round Old Delhi’s higgledy-piggledy lanes or embark on a night tour of the neighbourhood to see its bazaars in a different light. Otherwise, head out to explore this captivating city on your own terms, before returning to your guest house for more stories (the colonel sometimes pops by, so if you’re lucky you might get to meet him). Overnight at The Colonel's Retreat.
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Guests often come back after a day of sightseeing in Delhi and tell me: “It’s nice to be home"
Day 3
Delhi & Jaipur
After breakfast, transfer by private car to Jaipur, also known as the Pink City. Painted rose to welcome the Prince of Wales and Queen Victoria in 1876, this striking walled city is home to several colourful temples, as well as the famous Amber Fort. Explore independently or head out on a private tour; options range from an architectural walking tour to a cooking lesson at a local 19th-century guest house. Your home for tonight is Ikaki Niwas, a historic haveli house where you can enjoy neighbourhood walks with the family and tuck into meals prepared from the hotel’s 20-acre farm. Overnight at Ikaki Niwas.
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Day 4
Jaipur
This morning is free to enjoy optional activities. Take to the skies in a hot-air balloon ride to enjoy a different perspective of the city, high up away from the hustle and bustle below. You may wish to embark on an optional walking tour of Old Jaipur’s haveli homes and temples or wander these blushed streets independently. In the afternoon, you’ll be driven to Amber Fort – a sprawling, UNESCO-listed palace, built from sandstone in the 16th century on a hill overlooking the city. Wander its cobbled paths, historic ramparts and elaborate halls – among them the Sheesh Mahal, or mirror palace. Built by Shah Jahan (who commissioned the Taj Mahal), this opulent, marbled hall is covered in sparkling mirrors inlaid into the walls and ceilings. Return to your guest house for another memorable evening with your hosts. Overnight at Ikaki Niwas.
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Ikaki Niwas
‘Ikaki’ means one-of-a-kind and ‘Niwas’ means home and Ikaki Niwas is just that, a charming homestay experience in the city of Jaipur.
Day 5
Jaipur & Agra
Travel to Agra this morning to see one of India’s true bucket-list sites – the Taj Mahal. Set on the banks of the Yamuna River, Agra was the capital of the Mughal Empire until Emperor Shah Jahan shifted it to Delhi, and traces of its imperial history remain in much of its architecture today. En route you’ll have the option to visit Fatehpur Sikri, a walled city built from red sandstone that was once the Mughal capital. Otherwise, spend the day exploring Agra at leisure and settle into tonight’s accommodation – a brightly-coloured guest house run by a local tour guide and his wife, where home-cooked vegetarian meals are served at a shared table. Overnight at The Coral Tree.
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The Coral Tree Homestay
This charming homestay is named after the trees in our garden, which bloom with scarlet leaves in the spring.
Day 6
Agra
Set the alarm early this morning for a memorable sunrise visit to see Agra’s crowning glory, the Taj Mahal. Commissioned in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his late wife, this marble masterpiece is best seen at dawn, when the sky turns peach above its elaborate domes. Wander the gardens to admire its architecture before exploring the interiors, inlaid with semi-precious stones and inscriptions. Afterwards, opt for a guided walking tour through Old Agra, pedal around local villages on a cycling trip or embark on a heritage-themed tour to learn more about the women of the Mughal dynasty. Overnight at The Coral Tree.
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This charming homestay is named after the trees in our garden, which bloom with scarlet leaves in the spring.
Day 7
Agra & Delhi
This morning enjoy the backdrop of the Taj Mahal before being driven to Delhi. Spend the rest of the day taking in the city under your own steam or choose from one of several tours. Options range from a photography workshop capturing the city’s spice markets to an evening tour of Old Delhi and Chandni Chowk market. Overnight at The Colonel's Retreat.
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The Imperial
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Day 8
Delhi & departure home
Your tour comes to an end today. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home or onward travel.
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Guide price information
Low Season
01 Apr - 30 Sep
£1,450pp
High Season
01 Jan - 31 Mar, 01 Oct - 31 Dec
£1,575pp
Guide price information is based on the included flights from London, accommodation, transport and experiences detailed in the itinerary above. Guide prices do not include optional things to do. Call us for up to date prices – the cost of your holiday depends upon the time of year you travel, how long you go for, preferred departure airport, airlines, hotels and things to do. Based on 2 people sharing.
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