Combine a classic Golden Triangle tour (Agra, Delhi, Jaipur) with a visit to the Khajuraho Kamasutra temples on this 5-day private tour from Delhi. Hit all the highlights in each city and then spend time getting to know the passionate, erotic, sculptures at the UNESCO-listed Kamasutra temples. This private tour ensures personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. You can book this memorable tour either using 4-star or 5-star hotels or without accommodations (depending on option selected when booking). Private transportation, daily breakfast, entrance fees, private local guides, train ride and bottled water included.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle as per itinerary
✔ Entrance fees for sights mentioned
✔ Daily Breakfast in hotel of stay (If booked with option including Hotels)
✔ Bottled water
✔ Super-fast Deluxe train from Agra to Jhansi
✔ Breakfast
✔ Battery Bus/Golf Cart return ride from Taj Mahal parking
✔ Professional private local tour guide for sightseeing's
✔ 4-nights accommodation on twin sharing (If booked with option including Hotels)
✖ Transportation to ascend/descend the hilltop Amber Fort in Jaipur
✖ Camera fees at monuments
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
✖ Gratuities
✖ Anything not mentioned in Inclusions head.
Departure & Return
Departure:
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From your hotel or other desired location in Noida
Itinerary
New Delhi Sightseeing & Drive To Jaipur (4/5 Hrs Drive)
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Qutub Minar
Begin with pick-up at 8am from your desired place in Delhi, Gurugram (Gurgaon) or Noida. Take a half-day city tour of Delhi. Visit the 11th Qutub Minar (UNESCO World Heritage Site) - that gives the complex its name is an unmissable, soaring Afghan-style victory tower and minaret, erected by sultan Qutb-ud-din in 1193 to proclaim his supremacy over the vanquished Hindu rulers of Qila Rai Pithora.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Humayun's Tomb
Humayun's Tomb (Unesco World Heritage site) - is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi. Constructed for the Mughal emperor in the mid-16th century by Haji Begum, Humayun's Persian-born wife, the tomb marries Persian and Mughal elements, with restrained decoration enhancing the architecture.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple (Closed on Monday) - Designed for tranquil worship, It is shaped like a lotus flower, with 27 delicate-looking white-marble petals. The temple was created to bring faiths together; visitors are invited to pray or meditate silently according to their own beliefs.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
India Gate
This imposing 42m-high stone memorial arch was designed by Lutyens in 1921. It pays tribute to around 90,000 Indian army soldiers who died in WWI, the Northwest Frontier operations and the 1919 Anglo-Afghan War.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Parliament House
This circular, colonnaded building, designed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, was where the 1947 handover of power from Britain to the newly independent India took place, and parliament still meets here.
6
Rashtrapati Bhavan
Rashtrapati Bhavan or President House is an official residence of the President of India.Formerly home to the British Viceroy, the President’s House has 340 rooms, with 2.5km of corridors, and it's fascinating to take a peek inside.
7
Jaipur
After sightseeing of Delhi, you will be taken to the 'Pink City' of Jaipur. Here the past comes alive in magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the maharajas.
Upon arrival in Jaipur, check into your hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
Jaipur Sightseeing & Drive To Agra (4/5 Hrs Drive)
1
Amber Palace
The magnificent, formidable, honey-hued fort of Amber (pronounced 'amer'), an ethereal example of Rajput architecture, rises from a rocky mountainside about 11km northeast of Jaipur, and is the city’s must-see sight. It comprises an extensive palace complex, built from pale yellow and pink sandstone, and white marble, and is divided into four main sections, each with its own courtyard.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Jal Mahal
Photo Stop at Jal Mahal (Water Palace) - Near the cenotaphs of the maharanis of Jaipur and beautifully situated in the watery expanse of Man Sagar, is this dreamlike palace.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind
Photo Stop at Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - Jaipur’s most distinctive landmark is an extraordinary pink-painted delicately honeycombed hive that rises a dizzying five storeys. It was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the life and processions of the city.
Duration: 15 minutes
4
City Palace of Jaipur
The City Palace is the residence of the royal family. A complex of courtyards, gardens and buildings. There are palace buildings from different eras, some dating from the early 20th century. It is a striking blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
Jantar Mantar Observatory (a Unesco World Heritage Site) - is a collection of curving geometric buildings that are carefully calibrated to monitor the movement of the stars and planets.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
Agra
After Jaipur sightseeing drive 5hrs approx. to the City of Taj Mahal - Agra an ancient city on the banks of the River Yamuna. Upon arrival in Agra, check into your hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
Agra sightseeing - Highlight Taj Mahal at Sunrise
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Taj Mahal
At sunrise visit Taj Mahal (a Unesco World Heritage Site) - widely considered the most beautiful building in the world. Built by Shah Jahan as a memorial for his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died giving birth to their 14th child in 1631. The magical allure of the Taj Mahal shall definitely be the highlight of your tour.
Later back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Agra Fort
Afternoon visit Agra Fort (a Unesco World Heritage Site) - is a historical fort along the bank of the Yamuna River in the city of Agra. Walking through courtyard after courtyard of this palatial red-sandstone and marble fortress, your amazement grows as the scale of what was built here begins to sink in.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Mehtab Bagh
Evening proceed to a Photo Tour of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh — the moonlit garden — believed to have been designed by Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlit nights, far away from the maddening crowd, The garden complex is situated on the left bank of Yamuna opposite to TajMahal. Here you can witness the sunset over the Taj Mahal.
Duration: 60 minutes
Agra - Jhansi (By Train) & Drive Khajuraho (4 Hrs Drive)
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Jhansi
After breakfast, check out from Agra hotel and transfer to Agra train station. Board train to Jhansi (0800/1045), and upon arrival, be met by your guide and you'll visit the historic village of Orchha which lies on the Betwa River set amongst a complex of well-preserved palaces, temples and royal chhatris (cenotaphs).
Duration: 3 hours
2
Orchha
Explore the mesmerizing architectural beauties of this majestic town and visit the Orchha Fort complex which houses the Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal and Rai Parveen Mahal. Explore the Ram Raja Temple, Lakshminarayan temple and the royal chhatris (cenotaphs).
Duration: 3 hours
3
Khajuraho
After Orchha sightseeing our 4hrs drive takes us to Khajuraho, India's most titillating town is famed far and wide for the erotic stone carvings that swathe Khajuraho’s three groups of World Heritage–listed temples. The Western Group of temples, in particular, contains some stunning sculptures that together make up some of the finest temple art in the world.
Upon arrival in Khajuraho check-in to the hotel.
Duration: 4 hours
Fly Khajuraho - To Your Onward Destination
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After breakfast visit the exquisite 10th-century temples of Khajuraho (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). The monuments and temples in Khajuraho are divided into three groups: Eastern, Western and Southern. The Western group of Temples complex houses the most important temples in Khajuraho – Kandariya Mahadeva Temple, Devi Jagdamba Temple, Lakshmana Temple, Chitragupta Temple, The Chausath-Yogini Temple etc. These Hindu & Jain temples are dating back to 950 AD and inscribed with ornamental carvings, mostly erotic.
Duration: 3 hours
2
The Eastern Group of Temples in Khajuraho are Jain temples dedicated to numerous Jain gods (Teerthakanras). Located in the small old village side, these temples are contrary to Western Group of Temples wherein the walls are carved with erotic scenes from Kamasutra. The walls and exteriors of Eastern Group of Temples are decorated with statues finely carved. Most of these temples were constructed between 95-AD and 1100 AD. Dedicated to the 23rd Tirthankara Parshvanatha of the Jain religion, Parsvanath temple is the oldest, largest and best known of the Jain temples.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
In the afternoon, check out from your hotel and be dropped off to Khajuraho airport or your desired location in Khajuraho.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• You must confirm and obtain any visa requirements to enter India. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
• Mandatory Gala Dinner on X-mas and New Year Eve at hotel of stay is not included and will be charged extra.
• Taj Mahal sunrise visit is subject to clear weather conditions
• Travelers should be vaccinated and carry the covid vaccination certificate
