Golden Triangle with Gastronomy Tour

(Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi)

Day 01 – ARRIVAL IN DELHI
Arrival in Delhi. Welcome and assistance at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
{Check-In time: 14:00 Hrs.} Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 – DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, we will take you on a Gastronomic Tour.
A gastronomic tour is one of the best ways to explore the cuisine, sights, and culture. It’s a city tour, a culinary walk, a sightseeing visit, and an urban exploration all in one package. The food part of the gastronomic tour includes tasting different varieties of street food from various locations in the itinerary. The food is all-you-can-eat, but we insist you try a little bit of everything and enjoy the variety. We emphasize hygiene, and our list includes only reliable and safe vendors serving good and hygienic food. Besides the usual and must-see attractions, the gastronomic tours cover some underrated and less explored places in Delhi that very few people know about. These places are not listed in most tourist guides. There are plenty of good photo opportunities and enjoyment rights along the way.
During the gastronomic tours, you will taste some of the best Indian dishes available in the city at the oldest and most reputable eateries. The actual number depends on your appetite. We will guide you through the dishes, the way to eat them, and even their history if you like. For example, did you know that Butter Chicken was invented at a restaurant called Moti Mahal located in Daryaganj? The gastronomic tour in Delhi will include not only culinary attractions but also some notable and unconventional yet worthwhile spots to visit in the city. We offer various types of gastronomic tours listed below, classified by duration and location. Custom and private gastronomic tours can be arranged upon request.

THE DELHI GASTRONOMIC TOUR WILL INCLUDE:
– Unlimited food and drinks from the best and oldest restaurants in Delhi.
– A walk through Old Delhi, including the bazaars and streets of Chandani Chowk, Chawari Bazaar, Spice Market, and some others.
– Visit to the largest Spice Market in India.
– Rickshaw rides through the bustling markets of Old Delhi.
– A gastronomic walk, city tour, and sightseeing all in one.
– Introduction to food, history, Indian culture, and other details about Delhi.
Later, the tour of Old Delhi will take you to Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Pass by the Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, which once served as an imperial avenue for Mughal royalty and today is the busiest commercial area in the city. Take a rickshaw ride through the busy markets of Chandni Chowk. Visit Raj Ghat (the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi).
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 – DELHI – AGRA BY SURFACE (250 KMS / 04 HRS.)
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, take a sightseeing tour of New Delhi, including a visit to the 12th-century Qutab Minar. Drive past the India Gate (a memorial to fallen soldiers), the President’s residence, the former Viceroy’s Palace, Parliament, and the Secretariat buildings, a fascinating blend of Victorian and 20th-century architecture.
Then, travel to Agra. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 – AGRA
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the Taj Mahal, undoubtedly one of the most romantic buildings in the world. Known for its architectural magnificence and aesthetic beauty, it is one of the most celebrated creations to commemorate love (closed on Fridays). Also, visit the Agra Fort. The fort is truly a city within a city, encompassing the Moti Masjid, Diwan-I-Am (Hall of Public Audiences), Diwan-I-Khas (Hall of Private Audiences), the Octagonal Tower, Jahangir’s Palace, and many other monuments.

HENNA HAND PAINTING
India is home to celebrations, weddings, and festivals, and they are often incomplete without women’s hands adorned with intricate henna or mehndi designs. Henna is made from the leaves of the henna tree and is believed to have a cooling effect on the body. This ancient art form is loved in every home and is considered an essential part of pre-occasion makeup in Indian families.
On this day, you will get to try this wonderful art form, now an integral part of women’s makeup in India.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 – AGRA – Fatehpur Sikri – JAIPUR BY SURFACE
Breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning, travel to Jaipur, en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the Mughal imperial city. Known as the “City of Ghosts,” it was built by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar to commemorate his victory in southern India.
Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.
In the evening, visit the Lakshmi Narayan Temple (Birla Temple) to attend the Aarti ceremony.

DINNER AT A HOME WITH COOKING DEMONSTRATION
The popular cooking workshops and demonstrations are hosted by the Peelwa family members in coordination with our in-house chefs and last about 2 hours. They will take you into their kitchen to begin the cooking demonstration. You will be shown how each dish is prepared, and your hosts will describe the spices and ingredients used to create these wonderful dishes. While waiting for the food to cook, you will have the opportunity to truly get to know your hosts. Once the meal is ready, you will sit at the dining table where the food will be served.
The meal will be tailored to your specific tastes, so it won’t be too spicy unless you request it. You will truly be treated as a family guest during your visit here; it is an authentic experience and a great way to see traditional Indian cooking in action.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 – JAIPUR – Amber – JAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning: visit the Amber Fort on an elephant ride. Amber is a classic and romantic Rajasthani Fort Palace. Inside the Fort, visit the Jag Mandir or Hall of Victory. Inside the Jag Mandir, you will find the famous Sheesh Mahal, a room with walls and ceilings entirely inlaid with brilliant mirrors, which were specially imported from Belgium during that period.
On the way to Amber Fort, make a brief stop for photos at the Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds.

HAND BLOCK PRINTING WORKSHOP
Hand block printing is one of the oldest and simplest forms of textile printing. Some consider it the most artistic; the distressed look cannot be replicated by a machine. The design is first carved into a wooden block, then the printer covers the block with dye and presses it firmly onto the fabric by elegantly tapping the back. The fabric then becomes a variety of products, from travel accessories to everyday furniture.

DEMONSTRATION OF TRADITIONAL INDIAN OUTFITS
Sari tying demonstration for women and Kurta Payjama try-out for men.
Women in Jaipur wear six-meter-long fabrics in various styles, and watching these activities is pure fun. Ladies and girls can wear these long saris and take photographs right away. It is worth noting that Jaipur saris are famous not only in India but around the world.
A kurta is a loose-necked shirt worn in many regions of South Asia and now worn globally. It is traditionally made of cotton and can be plain or embroidered, either loose or fitted on the torso, and generally falls just above or below the knees.
Payjamas, often shortened to pajamas, can refer to various related garments originating from the Indian subcontinent.
In the Western world, pajamas are loose garments derived from the original item, mainly worn by all genders to sleep, but sometimes also for resting. More generally, pajamas can refer to daywear.

Later: – city tour of Jaipur starting with a visit to the City Palace of the Maharaja, the former royal residence, part of which has been converted into a museum. The royal family of Jaipur still uses a small portion of it.
Then, visit Jantar Mantar, the world’s largest stone and marble astronomical observatory. Located near the City Palace gate, the observatory has 17 large instruments, many of which are still in working condition.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 07 – JAIPUR – DELHI BY SURFACE (260 KMS / 06 HRS.)
DEPARTURE FROM DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to Delhi by surface. Upon arrival, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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