THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE
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ITINERARY
Day 1-2
Travel to London Heathrow by complimentary private car (within 50 miles) in time for the departure of your scheduled overnight flight to Delhi, arriving the next day. A private minibus and driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel for the first of two nights. After breakfast on day 2 set out for sightseeing of Old and New Delhi.
In Old Delhi you will visit the magnificent Red Fort. Within its walls are marble palaces and a grand audience chamber, the Diwan-i-Khas where Mughal emperors held court and the Peacock Throne once stood. Opposite the Fort are the black and white onion domes of the Jama Masjid, the most elegant mosque in India. Journey through the market place of the Chandini Chowk on a bicycle rickshaw and enjoy the experience of the colours, sounds and smells.
In the afternoon, visit New Delhi where you will see the impressive World War I memorial arch, the India Gate, and pass the Presidential Palace, the Rashtrapati Bhavan and the secretariat buildings. Continue on to see the ruins of the Quwat-ul-Eslam Mosque and Delhi’s most curious antique , the corroded Iron Pillar which dates back to the 4th Century A.D. (B,D)
Luxury : Taj Palace Hotel
Day 3
This morning after breakfast you will be transferred to the New Delhi station to board the Shatabdi Express train to Agra. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the early afternoon you will be taken to visit the Agra Fort which is the other highlight of Agra, offering views of the Taj Mahal down the river. You will be guided through the various chambers of this vast royal residence. In the early evening enjoy a sunset visit to the famed Taj Mahal (closed Fridays) – the magnificent monument of love. The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken over 20,000 craftsmen 18 years to complete it. It was masterminded by the Emperor Shah Jehan in memory of his beloved Queen. (B,D)
Luxury : Taj View
Day 4
Leaving Agra, you will proceed to the deserted, pink-sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri, a town of the Mughal Dynasty built in honour of Saint Salim Chisti who foretold the birth of three sons to Emperor Akbar. Continue your drive to Ranthmabore, the famous tiger reserve.
Enjoy an evening drive through the park, known for its variety of fauna such as the tiger, chital, nilgai, jackal, panther, and many different bird species. Earlier a hunting ground for the Maharaja of Jaipur, Ranthambore is now a must visit for the adventure seekers and wildlife lovers alike. (B,D)
Luxury : Sawai Madhopur Lodge
Day 5
This morning is a free optional drive to view more wildlife at leisure. In the afternoon check out of the hotel and proceed to the ‘Pink City’ – Jaipur. Check in to the magnificent Rambagh Palace. In the early evening visit a local home for high tea. Here you will be able to interact with the locals and know more about their way of life. (B,L,D)
Luxury : Rambagh Palace
Day 6
Popularly known as the Pink City, Jaipur was founded in 1727 A.D. by one of the greatest rulers of the Kachawaha clan – Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh who then made it Rajasthan’s capital city. In its wide streets, crafts such as jewellery, metalwork, enamelling, stone carving, pottery and leather work still exist to this day. It is a timeless city where the ancient and modern co-exist in complete harmony. Today’s excursion includes the 18th century City Palace complex with its numerous outbuildings, courtyards, impressive gateways and temples, the Palace of the Winds and the 16th century honey coloured Amber Fort, one of the great sights of Rajasthan. (B,D)
Luxury : Rambagh Palace
Day 7
Today you will be driven back to Delhi in time for your evening flight back to London arriving the next day. (B)
ACCOMODATION
Delhi
Taj Palace Hotel 5*
The Taj Palace Hotel, New Delhi is a perfect embodiment of all qualities synonymous with the quality of Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces. It is nestled in six acres of lush greens in the exclusive Diplomatic Enclave of the city. All rooms are elegantly appointed, with wireless internet facilities, minibar, channel music, television with satellite programmes,
From casual, all-day eateries to formal, fine dining, guests can look forward to a wide selection of delectable dishes and refreshing drinks.
The dining experience, in a choice of four restaurant, sexplores the nuances of the finest Indian and international cuisines including Mediterranean and Chinese , serving traditional and contemporary favourites.
Recreational facilities include a swimming pool, a 9 - hole putting green, beauty salon, shopping arcade, state of the art fitness centre, and an Ayurvedic Spa.
Agra
Taj View 5*
Situated within three kilometres of the Taj Mahal, the world-renowned monument to love. Guests can look forward to gracious interiors, personalized service and the Taj's inimitable style for a memorable stay. The guest rooms are stylish and comfortable, with several offering an uninterrupted view of the Taj Mahal. Some of the rooms open onto meticulously landscaped gardens and the pool. The superior rooms are well equipped with guest amenities including international direct dial facility, Wi-Fi Internet access, minibar, hairdryer, electronic safe and tea and coffee making facilities. The 24-hour dining room offers Indian and international favourites amidst stylish décor. This relaxing bar exudes a contemporary yet intimate atmosphere. Guests can take advantage of the recreational activities for irresistible fun and relaxation.
The hotel has a dedicated activity team that organise a range of recreational activities including cookery classes. Facilities include a swimming pool, fitness centre, badminton, bicycles, massage rooms, kids library, kids play area, and video games and movies.
Ranthambore
Sawai Madhopur Lodge 5*
Located amidst 12 acres of lush gardens, this 70-year-old hunting lodge exudes a rustic, earthy charm and an air of history. The lodge is a 20-minute drive from the Ranthambore National Park, which is famous for its tiger population.
All guestrooms embody rustic style and comfort with views overlooking the lush gardens.
Delectable Indian and Continental dishes are the specialty at the lively dining room. The Neem Terrace offers an open-air dining experience where guests can enjoy a bon fire in the evenings with live folk dancing or a talk and slide show presentation by a naturalist.
Recreational facilities include a swimming pool, badminton, bicycles, croquet, darts, jogging, pool table, table tennis, massage and air pistol shooting.
Jaipur
Rambagh Palace 5*
For nearly two centuries, the Rambagh Palace has been home to generations of royals. Built in 1835 on a modest scale for the queen’s favourite handmaiden Kesar Badaran, it was later refurbished as a royal guesthouse and hunting lodge. In 1925, Rambagh was converted into a palace, and became the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. The ‘Jewel of Jaipur’ as it is fondly called, remained the home of the Jaipur royal family until 1957, when it was first converted into a luxury hotel by Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II.
Its elegantly appointed rooms, marbled corridors and majestic gardens echo with history, and every corner has a story to tell. Guests relive the Rajputana era in refined and restored rooms, each offering a distinct experience in princely living. The Palace Rooms are a retreat for the senses, rich in terms of textures and colours, each redesigned for comfort. A four-poster bed, walk-in wardrobes, and a spacious bathroom cocoon guests into the palatial experience. Every room is equipped with a large plasma television, in-room safe, tea and coffee making facilities and a minibar.
Culinary masters have carefully studied the cuisines of the royal houses of India, to bring you an exotic array of dishes in a choice of restaurants. High ceilings, gilded mirrors and Florentine frescoes provide the perfect ambience for an evening of fine dining in the Survana Mahal restaurant. The Rajput Room is the informal all-day dining restaurant overlooking the front lawns. Its refreshing indoor-outdoor ambience makes it an ideal venue for breakfast and light meals – complemented by a fine selection of signature French press coffees, and freshly infused teas. Verandah, an alfresco dining option provides panoramic views of the gardens and fountains. Guests can savour the privileges of royalty, the traditional afternoon tea with champagne, pre-dinner cocktails, light meals throughout the day or simply sit back and read their favorite book. Recreational facilities include a heritage indoor swimming pool and outdoor pool, a Jiva Grande Spa offering the best in Indian rejuvenation therapies, a fully equipped cardio-vascular and weight training gymnasium, croquet, mini golf, a special game of Polo on request, squash, table tennis, beauty salon and shopping arcade.
DEPARTURES AND PRICES
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