Famous as: Golden Triangle Tour.
Cities Included: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
Distances: Delhi- Agra: 203 kms ,Agra- Jaipur: 232 kms, Delhi- Jaipur: 258 kms


Golden Triangle Information
The golden triangle tour of India is probably the most captivating holiday that can be spent in Northern India.
The harmonious amalgamation of Delhi the capital of the country with its entire historic splendor, the soft romanticism that can be felt at amazing Agra and the fierce magnificence of the Rajasthan desert presents India at its best. Over the years the Golden Triangle (Delhi - Agra - Jaipur) has made a firm footing on the tourist map of the world.

Main Attractions
Delhi
Delhi, can be the starting point of the fabulous Golden Triangle. The city will take you to the bygone era of Mughal Empire, British regime. This buzzing monumental city has a lot in its treasures for its tourists. Red Fort, India Gate, The Qutab Minar, the Jama Masjid are the splendor of marvels of architecture. These monuments present the royal life style of the grotesque rulers of India. Some of the impressive architecture splendors of neoteric Delhi are Lotus Temple, Parliament House, India Gate and Presidents House.
Besides this Delhi also offers hangout zones, eating joints, shopping points like Ansal Plaza, Connaught Place, Appu Ghar, Dilli Haat and the various cine complexes are the most popular hangout zones in Delhi.

Important shopping areas: Connaught Place, Janpath, Palika Bazzar, Ansal Plaza, South Extension, Hauz Khas, Sarojini Nagar and of course enchanting Chandni Chok market once the main shopping hub of Mughals.

Agra
Agra is just 200km. away from Delhi therefore can be chosen as a second destination of Golden Triangle. One can cherished the beauty of the Taj, the love created this world’s most exquisite building in white marble. The Taj Mahal essentially reverberates the grandeur of the Mughals era and leaves many a visitor wonder struck and breathless. One can also spend a day wandering around the huge and truly magnificent Red Fort made by Emperor Shah Jehan. The glorious Mughal courtyards and palaces conjure up dreams of the mysterious wonders of the past - a golden age of tragedy and love, powerful emperors, of magical prophesies and potent charms. Other prime attractions of the city are Agra Fort, the tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah and Akbar’s mausoleum at Sikandra. Besides this The Golden Triangle also include Fatehpur Sikri, a taboo city made in red sand stone by Emperor Akbar.

Main shopping areas: Agra is famous for handicraft products, Zari embroidery work, leatherwear, brassware, carpets and jewelry . Agra is also well known for its sweets 'Petha' and 'Gazak'.
Gangotri, U.P. Govt. Handicrafts Emporium, Taj Mahal Complex., U.P. Handloom, Sanjay Place, Hari Parbat, M.G. Road are some of the main shopping hub in Agra.

Jaipur
The third part of Golden Triangle Jaipur treasures the exotic fantasy of the State of Rajasthan. The gorgeous pink city of Jaipur in Rajasthan rightly known as the city of fort and palaces. A proud and beautiful people in their many-colored garments will extend a warm welcome in this powerful land of kings. Every dream of’ riding a camel or seeing a tiger stalking in the distance will come to life in glorious Rajasthan. Jaipur, a royal city with its fairy-tale palaces, rugged fortresses has a remarkable equanimity in its architectural grandeur. Here the past comes alive where once lived the maharajas. Some of the royal palaces, once the residence of maharajas have been converted into heritage hotel. Worth visiting sights are City Palace, Hawa Mahal , Ramniwas Garden,Jal Mahal , Jaighar, Amerfort, Jantar Mantar. Jantar Mantar listed, as The World Heritage sight is an open-air observatory, a major tourist attraction.

Main shopping areas : Jaipur famous for embroidered leather shoes, blue pottery, tie and dye scarves and other exotic wares. Jaipur Handicrafts, Silver and Gems Exports and Aravali Bazaar are main shopping market.

Getting There
Air: Agra is connected by Indian Airlines and other operators services. It just take about 40 minutes to reach Agra from Delhi. The airport in Agra links it with Delhi, Khajuraho and Varanasi.

Rail: The Palace On Wheel, in true sense a Royal Train covers Golden Triangle (Delhi - Agra - Jaipur), Taj Express, Shatab di and Rajdhani Express.

Road: This short circuit (Delhi - Agra - Jaipur) is a perfect tour undertaken by road. The excellent smooth Delhi-Agra highway No.2 covers the distance of 200km. from Delhi to Agra in 4 hours. The Jaipur -Delhi National Highway No.8 is constructed into double-carriage way, giving a smooth drive and getting back to Delhi in 4 hours.