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Golden Triangle Tour with Shimla

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Golden Triangle Tour with Shimla

9 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi, India

Visiting: Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Shimla, Kufri, Kalka, New Delhi

Tour operator:

Alkof Holidays

Tour code:

AHGTS06

Specialist Group:

Fifty+

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

1-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

From:

$1500

$1003 Operator discount: -$450 Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$47 -33%

NB: Prices correct on 17-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a mesmerizing 9-day journey through India's Golden Triangle enhanced with the tranquil beauty of Shimla, the summer capital of British India. Explore the iconic landmarks of Delhi, including the majestic Red Fort and Humayun's Tomb. Experience the regal grandeur of Agra with a visit to the enchanting Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Then, journey to Jaipur, the 'Pink City', and marvel at the intricate architecture of Hawa Mahal and the imposing Amber Fort. Finally proceed to the serene hill station of Shimla, nestled amidst the Himalayas, where you can stroll through lush pine forests and relish the colonial charm of this hillside retreat. This tour promises a perfect blend of cultural immersion and natural splendor, offering unforgettable memories at every turn.

Highlights

Experience Delhi, the National Capital of India, in existence since 6th Century BC.
Experience Agra, home to the 2 most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Taj Mahal, and the Agra Fort.
Experience Jaipur, a UNESCO World Heritage City, known for its Magnificent Amber Fort, City Palace, and the colourful markets.
Discover Shimla, the erstwhile summer capital of India during the British Colonial Era.

Places You'll See

Shimla

Humayun Tomb, New Delhi

Shimla

Taj Mahal, Agra

India Gate, New Delhi

Amber Fort, Jaipur

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Delhi

Location: Delhi, Delhi, Delhi, Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Rockland or similar in New Delhi

Meals Included: No Meals

On the day of arrival at the New Delhi airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city's bustling streets or wander its wide tree-lined boulevards to get your first taste of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2 : At Delhi

Location: Delhi, Delhi, Delhi, Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Rockland or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing of Delhi. The National Capital of India, Delhi has been in existence since the 6th century BC. Start your sightseeing from the Rajghat, the memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Later, visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Afterwards, drive past President House, and India Gate in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayun’s Tomb, built in 1562, commissioned by Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 : Delhi - Agra (220 Km - 4 Hours Drive)

Location: Agra, Agra, Agra, Agra

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel The Taj Vilas or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Agra “The City Of The Taj Mahal”. Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. Evening is free for shopping of handicrafts as souvenirs from the market of Agra. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4 : Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

Location: Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel the Wall Street or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you from your hotel and take you for a guided tour of the Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. Later return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jaipur. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri — a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Akbar in the late 16th century. After sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, proceed to Jaipur for overnight stay.

Day 5 : At Jaipur

Location: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel the Wall Street or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Jaipur. Start you sightseeing with the iconic attraction of Rajasthan “Amber Fort and Palace”, A UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Man Singh in 1592 in red sandstone and marble. The magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, divided into several sections. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort’s majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. After Amber Fort, visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar, The Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 : Jaipur - Chandigarh (By Flight) - Shimla (160 Km - 3 Hours Drive)

Location: Jaipur, Chandigarh, Shimla

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel The Royal Regency or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to the Jaipur airport to board a flight to Chandigarh. On arrival at Chandigarh, our local representative representative will meet you and transfer you to directly transfer you to Shimla - the Summer capital of India during British period. Shimla is one of the most popular hill station and a town situated in North India at an altitude of 6810 ft and is capital of an India State, Himachal Pradesh. Upon arrival at Shimla, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure, overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 7 : At Shimla (Local Sightseeing & Kufri Excursion)

Location: Shimla, Kufri

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel The Royal Regency or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, head out to explore Shimla, visit Jakhu Temple, feel the magic of nature from the beautiful stained-glass-windows of Christ Church, which was built in the 1850. Later in the afternoon leave for Kufri, a beautiful place surrounded by dense forest and snow capped mountains where one can completely relax in the lap of nature. Evening is at leisure or you can indulge yourself in shopping at the mall road in Shimla. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 8 : Shimla - New Delhi (By Train)

Location: Shimla, Kalka, New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Rockland C.R. Park or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early in the morning, Alkof Holidays representative will transfer you to Shimla railway station to board a train to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi railway station, our representative will meet you and transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 9 : Departure From Delhi

Location: New Delhi, Indira Gandhi International Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to the New Delhi airport to board the flight to your home or onward destination.

What's Included

Accommodation

8 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on twin or double sharing basis (Please Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to 4 star/luxury boutique hotels/5 star hotels or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost).
Additional Services

Personal assistance during arrival and departure.
Fully Guided

English speaking local destination guides.
Meals

Daily breakfast at the hotels.
Transport

Airport pickup / drrop-off, All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary (Non air-conditioned during hill drive)
Other Additional Services

1 rickshaw ride in old Delhi.
Other Additional Services

Train tickets - express train ticket Shimla to Delhi.
Other Additional Services

1 mineral water bottle per person per day.
Other Additional Services

All applicable taxes.

What's Not Included

Insurance

Insurance - It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.
International Travel

Any International or domestic flights are not included.
Other Additional Services

Any monument entrance fee, camera fee.
Other Additional Services

Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges.
Other Additional Services

Please Note: Tour guides for specific languages, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Dutch, are also available on request basis at an additional cost.
Other Additional Services

Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Mode of Transport

Airport pickup / drop-off, all sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary.

1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar
3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar
5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveller or similar

Accommodation

Hotel Rockland or similar in New Delhi
Hotel The Taj Vilas or similar in Agra
Hotel The Wall Street or similar in Jaipur
Hotel The Royal Regency or similar in Shimla

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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

We can provide your pre and post accommodation at an additional cost
If I came across any problem during my trip, how would you help me?

With Go Book Tours, you get 24X7 personal assistance from your dedicated tour manager over phone, WhatsApp, or Email.
Can we book this tour as a private tour just for our family or group?

Yes of-course, you can book this tour on private basis just for your family or group. Please message us your group details to book the tour on private basis.
Is this tour suitable for solo travellers?

Yes, the tour is suitable for solo travellers as well.
Can I customize this tour?

Yes we can customize this tour for you. Just share your requirement with us, and we will customize a tour for you as per your interest and preferences.

Can we get our choice of hotels?

Yes, we can provide you with a variety of hotels to choose from, based on your preferences and budget. We have a wide network of hotel partners, so we are confident that we can find the perfect hotel for you. If you have already chosen any particular hotel(s) to stay, we can also provide that hotel(s) to you on request basis. Cost may vary depending on your hotel choice.
Who will I meet on my arrival at New Delhi Airport, India?

On arrival at New Delhi Airport, India, our local representative will meet you at the main entrance of IGI Airport, New Delhi, who will be holding a placard of your name for identification. We shall also provide you list of emergency 24 hours contact numbers for any emergency.
Is the single supplement included in the tour price, or is it an additional cost for solo travellers?

For solo travellers, single supplementary charges are applicable. Please contact us to know exact cost for solo traveller including single supplementary charges.
What about tipping in India?

Although tipping in India is not compulsory, doing so is a nice gesture. In some circumstances, a small tip is expected. The rules of etiquette for gratuity in India are a little muddled as a colonial past, tourism, and cultural influences clash. We do recommend tipping at various instances, but tip higher only when you are very happy with the service. Tip can given after completion of the services from 5$, 10$ or more as per your choice and depending on how much satisfied & happy you are with the service provider. Standard tipping that travelers provide to different service providers: Pickup & Drop - 2$ to 10$ Waiters -1$ to 5$ Drivers - 5$ to 10$ Managers & Tour Guides - 10$ to 50$ or it totally depends on you
I have a disability, can I join the trip?

Alkof Holidays is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. We ask that you carefully consider whether you are physically and mentally able to complete the itinerary. We will make reasonable adjustments to the operation of our trip to facilitate the requirements of disabled travelers – such as booking ground floor accommodation or having your tour manager communicate important directions in writing as well as verbally. Further please let us know at the time of booking and we’ll arrange your tour accordingly.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

No, we do not. As a solo traveler, you have to pay single supplement charges. If the Single price is not shown, please enquire for details.
Do I need medical/travel insurance?

Yes. It is strongly recommended to buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.

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I enjoyed my trip immensely. every day was wonderfully beautiful. Everything went perfectly, without any problems. My stay in Ladakh was especially wonderful. I would like to thank my driver/guide Sharif. It was a pleasure to travel with him. He was a very good driver, but also a very good and caring guide. If I could visit another part of Ladakh next year in July or August, I would definitely want to do so, possibly in combination with the Indian Himalayas. I would also like to thank Alkof Tours for the good organization and good follow-up of my trip. Marcel Merlo Belgium

Daisy

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Our trip to India was great. Everything was super well organized, the guides and drivers were super punctual. The guides were very good at imparting their knowledge. We learned a lot about Indian history, religion, food and of course the forts, temples etc. We felt safe and secure at all times. Many thanks to the Alkof Holidays team, drivers, guides. I definitely recommend going on a tour with them and if I ever visit India again, I will use their services myself.

David United States of America

Me and my family enjoyed the Indian Golden triangle and will visit India again soon

11-Jan-2024

Alkof Holidays has a superb team of extremely knowledgeable tour manager who are very enthusiastic about the areas they cover, they quickly answered all my question before finalizing the tour and made all necessary changes as per my requirement, accommodation was good, driver Manoj and Guide Sachin both of them are very nice, supportive and knowledgeable about all aspects of the tour, from geography through history. Me and my family enjoyed the Indian Golden triangle and will visit India again soon. I recommend Alkof Holidays for India tours. Cheers, David

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Pat, Australia

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