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Golden Triangle Tour with Haridwar &
Rishikesh
India’s Capital, Delhi, is also the base of North India and Golden Triangle Tour Packages. Along with Agra, where one of the Seven Wonders of the World Taj Mahal is located; and Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan with majestic forts and palaces; Delhi too has a number of tourist attractions to display. Mighty Red Fort was the place where India’s tricolor was first unfurled, Qutub Minar that is still counted amongst one of the highest stone towers in the world, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, and several other places in Delhi are worth seeing.
This Golden Triangle also takes you the holy cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh, situated on the banks of River Ganga. The tranquility of the surroundings, spirituality on the banks, religious fervor in the temples, transcendental experiences in the Ashrams, and captivating spectacle of the evening Ganga Aarti are just some of the experiences that make tourists come back to these small towns again and again.
This Golden Triangle also takes you the holy cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh, situated on the banks of River Ganga. The tranquility of the surroundings, spirituality on the banks, religious fervor in the temples, transcendental experiences in the Ashrams, and captivating spectacle of the evening Ganga Aarti are just some of the experiences that make tourists come back to these small towns again and again.
Duration : 07 Nights / 08 Days
Destination : Delhi, Mathura, Vrindavan, Agra, Jaipur, Haridwar, Rishikesh
DAY 01: Arrive Delhi
You arrive in Delhi by International flight. After a traditional Welcome
our representative would assist you at the airport and to our hotel for
check-in. After some rest, breakfast at coffee shop in the Hotel. After
breakfast we will go on a guided tour of Delhi at 1100 hrs, beginning with
a morning sightseeing trip to Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat followed by the
drive around India Gate and President's House. In the afternoon visits to
Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Mahavir Ahinsa Sthal and Chhatarpur
temple. Overnight stay at Hotel. DAY 02: Delhi - Agra ( Via mathura & Vrindavan) (220 km/ 5 hrs)
Today morning we will take you for New Delhi guided tour visits to Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Mahavir Ahinsa Sthal and Chhatarpur temple.Later in the afternoon we leave for Agra via visiting Mathura & Vrindavan, related to the birth and childhood of Lord Krishna. Upon arrival in Agra assistance and check-in hotel. In the evening enjoy the magic show performed by the local magician and overnight stay.
DAY 03: Agra/Jaipur Via Fatehpur Sikari (250 km/ 5 hrs.)
Agra, the erstwhile capital of India under the great Mughals and known for Taj Mahal, has always fascinated the Indians as well as foreigners alike. Most of Agra is on the West bank of river Yamuna, with the Agra Fort and the Taj at its nucleus. Taj Mahal is quite simply one of mankind's most remarkable creations. After breakfast you will leave for a half day sightseeing visiting
Taj Mahal built by emperor Shahjahan in memory of his beloved wife
Mumtaz Mahal. Next we visit Agra Fort, post lunch we leave for Jaipur viavisiting Fatehpur Sikari, a masterpiece in sandstone with the stunning elegance
of its palaces and courts. Next we head to Jaipur the flamboyant capital
of Rajasthan. On arrival at Jaipur, our representative will meet & assist
you to check-in at our hotel for overnight stay. DAY 04: Jaipur
Early morning after breakfast 11 km drive to Amber, the capital of the gallant
Rajputs from 1037 to 1728 AD. We ride the elephant back and reach the Fort
situated on the hill and then visit the Fort Palace. Later we visit the
City Palace, Birla Temple, Jantar Mantar Observatory and the Palace of Winds.
Excursion to Chokhi Dhani:
Today we will take you for evening excursion to Chokhi Dhani complex, an ethnic village resort located at a distance 15 km from Jaipur. Evenings at Chokhi Dhani are very special. A Rajasthani village atmosphere is recreated on the sprawling ground and includes the entertainment by folk dancers and musicians. The guests can move around freely and enjoy the evening. Later drive back to Hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 05: Jaipur / Delhi (260 km / 6 hrs)
Post breakfast, we drive to National capital New Delhi. Upon arrival assistance and check at our hotel in Delhi. In the evening at 1800 hrs we will go for Sound and Light show, the eventful history Red Fort has been witness to is brought out as a sound and light show every evening on the ramparts of the Red Fort. For those desirous of delving into Delhi's glorious and tumultuous past at the Red Fort. Overnight stay.
DAY 06: Delhi / Haridwar (225 km/5 hrs.)
Early morning post breakfast drive to Haridwar at 0900 hrs. It is located
at the foothills of the lower Himalayan Shivalik mountains, on the banks
of River Ganges (Ganga), and is an important pilgrimage site for the Hindus.
When the Ganges leaves the mountains and enters the plains, Haridwar is
the first major town on the plains. Though the Ganges does not lose its
rapids completely, nevertheless it becomes very quiet and calm here. Haridwar
has earned fame as being the place, which has been blessed by the trinity
of the Lords Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma.It is also one of the major Shaktipeeths. Down the ages, Haridwar has purified the mind, the body and the soul of people not only in spiritual or religious terms but as a major learning centre for arts, science andculture. Upon arrival check-in the hotel. Later in the afternoon visit Mansa Devi temple and in the evening enjoy the spectacular view of 'Aarti' at Har Ki Pauri. IN the evening spend your time on the Ghat. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 07: Haridwar - Rishikesh - Haridwar (25 km / 1 hr)
After breakfast, we drive at 0900 hrs to Rishikesh, a very important Hindu pilgrimage site. This is also a cluster
of a number of Ashrams and temples
giving the entire place a spiritual feeling. The ceaseless flow of the river,
regarded as Goddess Ganga adds to the beauty and the purity of the place.
Along the river, the area is filled with thick green forests in the all-mountainous
region.
Rishikesh is famous for its yoga sessions that are taught here by
many yoga experts. Besides the sadhus and saints, a mass of tourists too
visit this place every year to have a look at this much heard about place.
If the wonderful scenery and the numerous pilgrimage sites were not enough,
Rishikesh also makes some of the most popular adventure sport Duration of
India. River rafting, trekking, rock climbing, hiking etc are some of the
activities one can easily opt for here. We will be visiting Laxman Jhula,
Ram Jhula, Geeta Bhawan and other temples & ashrams, Later in the evening
drive back to Hotel in Haridwar for overnight stay. DAY 08: Haridwar- Delhi (225 km / 5 hrs.)
After breakfast, morning at leisure on the banks of the river Ganges and visiting Ashram. Later in the afternoon at 1500 hrs we drive back to Delhi. On arrival transfer to International Airport. (No Hotel Accommodation)
Thank you for your patronage and ensures a punctual transfer to the International airport for your onward travel.
