India’s Golden Triangle is immensely popular among travelers because it connects some of the best sights of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, but following the route can be hard if you don’t have transport. Avoid exploring the route by yourself, and opt for this 5-day Ranthambhore tiger tour that follows the Golden Circle with stops in Agra, Jaipur, Delhi, and Bharatpur. Plus, it also includes a rickshaw ride in Keoladeo Ghana National Park, a jeep/canter safari in Ranthambhore National Park, all transport, meals as per itinerary, entrance fees, local guides and four nights of 5-star accommodations.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Services of English speaking naturalist during safaris in Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
✔ English speaking guided Tour of Keoladeo Ghana National Park in Bharatpur on a Rickshaw (Tricycle)
✔ Meals as specified in itinerary (If booked with option including Hotels)
✔ Lunch
✔ Dinner
✔ Bottled water
✔ Breakfast
✔ Professional local private tour guides for sightseeing's
✔ Private tour
✔ Battery bus/golf cart return ride to Taj Mahal from parking lot
✔ Entrance fees of mentioned monuments and national parks
✔ Accommodation at 5-star hotels (4 nights) on twin sharing (If booked with option including Hotels)
✔ Morning and afternoon Jungle safaris at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in a shared Jeep/Canter
✔ Transport by private air-condition vehicle as per itinerary
✖ 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
Departure & Return
Departure:
,
Your Hotel or other desired location in Noida.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
New Delhi Sightseeing & Drive To Jaipur (4-5 Hrs Approx)
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Humayun's Tomb
Begin with pick-up at 9am from your desired place in Delhi, Gurugram (Gurgaon) or Noida. Take a half-day city tour of Delhi and visit 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 Bega Begum, Humayun's Persian-born wife, the tomb marries Persian and Mughal elements, with restrained decoration enhancing the architecture.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Qutub Minar
Qutub Minar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) - The Qutub Minar 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
3
Lotus Temple
Designed for tranquil worship, Delhi's beautiful Lotus Temple offers a rare pocket of calm in the hectic city. 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. Note: Lotus Temple remain closed on every Monday. If today is Monday you can alternatively visit Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, a magnificent white-marble gurdwara (Sikh temple).
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 Delhi Sightseeing drive 5hrs approx. 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 inn to the hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
Jaipur Sightseeing & Drive To Ranthambhore (3-4 Hrs Approx)
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Amber Palace
Amber Fort - 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. It's origins are uncertain, but it was believed to have been extensively restored if not built by Jai Singh II (1734).
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
Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve
Late afternoon drive 4hrs approx. to Ranthambore Tiger Reserve one of the favorite national parks in India due to the high density of tigers living in their natural habitat. It is a former royal hunting ground and home to tigers, leopards and marsh crocodiles. Upon arrival in Ranthambhore, check inn to the Jungle Resort.
Duration: 4 hours
Safari's at Ranthambhore National Park
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Ranthambore National Park
Enjoy morning Safari in the Tiger Reserve in a shared Jeep/Canter in search of Tigers. The Ranthambhore National Park, which is considered to be the best place in the world to photograph the tiger in its natural habitat, is a wonderful place for bird-watching too. Return to your hotel, enjoy the breakfast and relax.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Ranthambore National Park
Enjoy afternoon safari in the Tiger Reserve in a shared Jeep/Canter in search of Tigers that gives you another opportunity to explore Ranthambore National park.
Duration: 3 hours
Ranthambhore - Bharatpur Bird Park - Agra (4-5 Hrs Approx)
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Keoladeo National Park
Enroute Ranthambhore to Agra visit Bharatpur, famous for Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the finest bird parks in the world. Home to an astonishing range of flora and fauna. An abundance of birdlife is found here, including the open-bill and painted stork, egret, darter, white ibis, spoonbill, grey heron, Sarus crane, cormorant, migratory geese, duck, rosy pelican and the rare Siberian crane. Have a completely rewarding experience of seeing an overwhelming range of birds during the rickshaw (tricycle) ride into the Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Agra
After visiting Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary be driven 1hrs to the City of Taj Mahal, Agra an ancient city on the banks of the River Yamuna. Upon arrival check in to the hotel.
Duration: 60 minutes
Agra Sightseeing & Drive To Delhi (3-4 Hrs Approx) & Drop-off
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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.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Agra Fort
Agra Fort (a Unesco World Heritage Site) - is a historical fort along the bank of the Yamuna River in the city of Agra. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638 and one of the finest Mughal forts in India. 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
New Delhi
After Agra sightseeing, you will drive back to New Delhi which will take you around 4 hours and we will drop you at your desired location in Delhi, Gurugram (Gurgaon), or Noida.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Wear colors that blend with the forest, khaki, brown and olive green are ideal colors to wear in a national park. Animals might get frightened when they see bright colors since they are not used to them
• 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
• 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
• 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 weather conditions
• Travelers should be vaccinated and carry the covid vaccination certificate
• In case of non-availability of Shared Jeep in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, Safari's will be provided in a Shared Canter (20-seater Van)
