Overview Luxury Golden Triangle with Shimla Tour

This Luxury Golden Triangle with Shimla Tour through India showcases a blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty. The tour begins in New Delhi, where you will explore iconic landmarks such as Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, Humayun’s Tomb, and the lively streets of Chandni Chowk. You will then travel to the hill station of Shimla for colonial heritage and a scenic ride on the famous Kalka–Shimla Railway. The tour then proceeds to Agra, where you will admire the world-famous Taj Mahal and explore the historic Agra Fort. Afterwards, continue to Jaipur to experience its royal heritage, visiting remarkable landmarks such as Amber Fort, the iconic Hawa Mahal, and the grand City Palace, Jaipur.

Itinerary at a Glance

DAY 01: ARRIVE IN DELHI
DAY 02: DELHI SIGHTSEEING
DAY 03: DELHI TO CHANDIGARH BY FLIGHT AND TO SHIMLA BY ROAD (110 KM)
DAY 04: SHIMLA SIGHTSEEEING
DAY 05: SHIMLA – ENJOY TOY TRAIN RIDE
DAY 06: SHIMLA TO CHANDIGARH BY SURFACE AND DELHI BY FLIGHT AND TO AGRA BY SURFACE
DAY 07: AGRA SIGHTSEEING
DAY 08: AGRA TO JAIPUR EN-ROUTE VISIT FATEHPUR SIKRI BY SURFACE (250 KM)
DAY 09: JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING
DAY 10: JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING
DAY 11: JAIPUR TO DELHI BY SURFACE (265 KM) AND DELHI DEPARTURE BY FLIGHT

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 01: ARRIVE IN DELHI
Evening arrives in the capital city of India, New Delhi.
Upon arrival and after clearing immigration and customs you will be met and transferred to THE OBEROI DELHI for two nights Stay.

DAY 02: DELHI SIGHTSEEING
Morning tour of New Delhi. Your guide will take you to the impressive Qutab Minar, Lotus Temple. Also includes an orientation drive in the Lutyens Bungalow Zone. We will go through the government buildings and presidential palace, visit Humayun’s tomb, a predecessor to the famous Taj Mahal.

Afternoon tour of Old Delhi. We will go through the Red Fort a symbol of Mughal power Explore Chandni Chowk market on a ride a ‘rickshaw’ (pedicab)

DAY 03: DELHI TO CHANDIGARH BY FLIGHT AND TO SHIMLA BY ROAD (110 KM)
Morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Chandigarh.

DEP: DELHI AT 11:15 AM BY AIR INDIA 463
ARR: CHANDIGARH AT 12:10 PM

On arrival, you will be met by your private car with a driver and drive to Shimla (4 hours).Upon arrival transfer to – Hotel Oberoi Cecil.

DAY 04: SHIMLA SIGHTSEEEING
We will visit the Rashtrapati Niwas (President house) of formally British Viceroy Lord Dufferin before Independence, this the six storied building with a beautiful garden. Late afternoon visit the Mall area, the main shopping center of Shimla. A walk through the ridge area, the large open space in the heart of town presents an excellent view of the mountain ranges.

DAY 05: SHIMLA – ENJOY TOY TRAIN RIDE
Morning transfer to Shimla Railway station for a short famous “Toy Train” journey up to Tara Devi.

DEP: SHIMLA AT 10:25AM BY HIMALAYAN QUEEN
ARR: TARADEVI AT 11:24AM

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery on one of the word’s last remaining active narrow-gauge mountain railways. Later drive back to Shimla and rest of the day at leisure to explore the valley on your own or enjoy your beautiful hotel.

DAY 06: SHIMLA TO CHANDIGARH BY SURFACE AND DELHI BY FLIGHT AND TO AGRA BY SURFACE

Morning your private car with driver will drive you to Chandigarh airport (4 hours) for your flight to Delhi.

DEP: CHANDIGARH AT 12:45 PM BY AIR INDIA 464
ARR : DELHI AT 02:00 PM

On arrival, you will be met by your private car with a driver and drive to Agra (3 hours-express way). Upon arrival transfer to Hotel Oberoi Amarvilas.

DAY 07: AGRA SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast, begin your journey to Agra for a day of sightseeing. Your itinerary includes visits to the iconic Taj Mahal and the historic Agra Fort, both recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will also explore the elegant Itmad-ud-Daulah, often called the “Baby Taj with your local guide. Later, spend some time wandering through Agra’s lively local markets, where you can shop for souvenirs and handicrafts. In the evening, return to Delhi for an overnight stay.

DAY 08: AGRA TO JAIPUR EN-ROUTE VISIT FATEHPUR SIKRI BY SURFACE (250 KM)
Optional: if you wish to Re-visit the Taj Mahal on your own at Sunrise.
Your private car with driver available for round trip transfers to the Taj Mahal.

Morning your private van with driver will drive you to Jaipur (5 hours) visiting en-route Fatehpur Sikri.
Upon arrival transfer to Oberoi Rajvilas

DAY 09: JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING
In the morning, travel to Amer to explore the magnificent Amber Fort, one of the most celebrated attractions near Jaipur. From the base of the hill, jeeps will take you up to the fort and bring you back down after your visit.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Jaipur. Discover the fascinating Jantar Mantar, a historic astronomical observatory, followed by a stop to view the iconic Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds and one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. The tour continues with a visit to the royal City Palace, Jaipur museum, where you can admire artifacts and collections from Jaipur’s regal past

DAY 10: JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING
Day at leisure for independent activities or to enjoy your luxury hotel.
(Car/driver will be available for local use)

DAY 11: JAIPUR TO DELHI BY SURFACE (265 KM) AND DELHI DEPARTURE BY FLIGHT
Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out. Afterward, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Delhi

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