- Days : 08
- Destinations : 05
- Traveling Date : Mon, 20 Mar, 2024
Golden Triangle with Holi
Pick your own Holi in Mathura and Vrindawan
8D/7N 2N Delhi 3N Mathura 1N Jaipur 1N Agra Holi Trip 5 Group
Golden Triangle with Holi - Pick your own Holi in Mathura and Vrindawan
This 8-Day Golden Triangle Tour will be taking you through popular destinations of India – New Delhi, Mathura, Vrindavan, Agra and Jaipur. Also, on this tour, get a lifetime opportunity to celebrate Holi - The Festival of Colours. Delhi will surprise you with its interesting mix of history, art, culture and architectural wonders from the ancient and the modern era. Explore Mughal era architectural wonders in Agra. In Jaipur, admire the magnificent royal forts and palaces.
Moreover, discover India’s famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, watch the dazzling sunrise over the Taj Mahal, enjoy a Rickshaw Ride in the streets of Old Delhi, get Henna tattoo in Delhi, and an Elephant ride in Jaipur. The highlight of this tour is Holi, India’s very popular Festival of Colours. A vibrant sea of colours, culture, unique traditions, and many other experiences waits you in Mathura and Vrindavan, the two legendary places associated with Holi.
Note: You can also enjoy the Holi Festival at Mathura/Vrindavan with organic colours, music, dance, food, traditional attires, and lots more.
Highlights
- Delhi - Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi, Red Fort, Jama Mosque, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, President’s House, Henna tattoo and lots more.
- Agra - Agra Fort and a Sunrise visit to the world-famous World Heritage Site - Taj Mahal.
- Jaipur - Tour Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and take an Elephant ride up to the Amber Fort.
- Holi in Vrindavan or Mathura with traditions, colours, music, dance, food, and a lot more.
- Personal guide in Delhi, Agra, Vrindavan - Mathura and Jaipur.
- Private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned vehicle.
- Sightseeing
- Stay Included
Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, our representative will meet you and assist you in your transfer to the hotel. New Delhi, the capital of India, is a fusion of the ancient and the modern. The capital city, Delhi, unwinds a picture rich with culture, architecture, human diversity, history, monuments, museums, galleries, gardens and exotic shows. Comprising of two contrasting yet harmonious parts, the Old Delhi and the New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India.
Overnight stay in hotel
- Sightseeing
- Breakfast
- Stay Included
This morning after breakfast, do a full-day guided city sightseeing tour of Delhi. Delhi sightseeing tour begins at Old Delhi with a visit to the 350-year-old and the largest mosque in India - Jama Masjid. Next, proceed in a rickshaw to Chandni Chowk, exploring one of the oldest, biggest and the busiest markets in India. The rickshaw ride halts at the Red Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a massive Mughal era red sandstone monument. Here, our driver will pick you up and drive you to Raj Ghat - the memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Next, proceed to the Humayun’s Tomb (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a memorial to the 2nd Mughal Emperor, Humayun. Later, drive past the Rashtrapati Bhawan (official residence of the President of India) and India Gate (a War memorial dedicated to the Indian & British soldiers who died in World War-I). Sightseeing in Delhi ends with the visit to Qutub Minar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), world’s tallest brick minaret that was built in 1192. Also, get a Henna Tattoo applied as a memorable souvenir from India.
Overnight stay in hotel
- Sightseeing
- Breakfast
- Stay Included
Today morning check out from the hotel and drive towards Mathura. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Post noon get ready to explore the city and famous temples such as Lord Krishna Birth Place Temple, Dwarkadhish Temple, Iskon Temple and other temples. Evening spend your time on Vishram Ghat and Keshi Ghat.
Overnight stay in hotel
- Sightseeing
- Breakfast
- Stay Included
Holi festival is the most unique feature of Mathura and its celebration continues for entire month during Holi time. Today you will celebrate the festival of colours
Overnight stay in hotel
- Sightseeing
- Breakfast
- Stay Included
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive towards Agra. Enjoy an early morning visit to the World Heritage Site of Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays). The Taj Mahal, which is one man’s monumental testimony to love, has become synonymous not only with this city, but with all of India. A mausoleum built by Shah Jahan for his empress Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj is the primary attraction of the city. Located close to the Taj Mahal, you’ll now visit the Agra Fort, which lies on the bend of the river Yamuna. Built by Mughal Emperor Akbar over 1565-73 AD, it was successively occupied and added to by Jahangir and Shah Jahan. Later on check-in to the hotel. Evening free on leisure or move around the local markets.
Overnight stay in hotel
- Sightseeing
- Breakfast
- Stay Included
After enjoying a hearty breakfast at hotel, drive towards Jaipur - the flamboyant and historical capital of Rajasthan. Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City Jaipur, was the stronghold of a clan of rulers whose three hill forts and series of palaces in the city are important attractions. Jaipur is also known as the ‘Pink City’ because of the colour of the stone used exclusively in the walled city. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check-in to the hotel and relax. Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay in hotel
- Sightseeing
- Breakfast
- Stay Included
This morning after breakfast, start with an excursion to Amber Fort - enjoy the Elephant ride. You will certainly love the elephant ride to the Amber Fort, a 16th century classic Rajasthani Palace located on the hillock, with huge ramparts and watchtowers. Proceed to the City Palace - the former Royal Residence and seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur, part of which is now converted into City Palace Museum. Then head to Hawa Mahal - a beautiful honeycomb designed five-story palatial building. Built in 1799, the exquisite Hawa Mahal is ornate with 953 latticework windows. Evening free for leisure or explore the famous Bapu Bazar market.
Note: You can also experience the Holi Celebration at Jaipur if your dates are under the Holi Celebration.
Overnight stay in hotel
- Sightseeing
- Breakfast
Afterwards, head back to the hotel for breakfast and then check-out and drive directly to New Delhi. Upon reaching at New Delhi transfers to Delhi Airport to board on flight for your onward journey.
Inclusions
- Accommodation with breakfast for 05 nights.
- Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
- Battery van ride in Agra.
- Celebrate Holi with Assistance of a Professional Guide in Mathura / Vrindavan or surroundings on your preferred day of Holi (As mentioned above)
- Elephant ride while ascending Amber fort, in Jaipur.
- English speaking Local guides during sightseeing.
- A Bottle of water per person, every day during your Tour.
- All sightseeing and transfer by private air conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary.
- All Assistance by GeTS holidays representatives on arrival & departure.
- All applicable government tax, toll tax, parking, interstate tax etc.
Exclusions
- International Flights.
- Entrance Fees to monuments/sightseeing places.
- Any Personal Expenses.
- Any other services which are not mentioned above.