GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR

Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Location: Delhi – Srinagar – Kargil – Nubra – Turtuk – Leh – Delhi

Day 01: ARRIVAL IN DELHI (by Flight)
Arrive at Delhi Airport and transfer to the hotel.

Delhi:
There may not be another capital in the world as rich in history and legend as India’s capital, Delhi. It was the magnet that attracted Mongols, Turks, Persians, Afghans, Mughals, and British, all contributing to its glorious yet turbulent past. The fascination with Delhi was such that despite being abandoned many times, its rulers returned again and again, rebuilding it at least seven times. Today, the twin cities of Old and New Delhi still intrigue both Indians and tourists as the cultural and political capital of the world’s largest democracy.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 02: DELHI
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. In the morning, visit Jama Masjid, the 17th-century mosque and India’s largest. See Chandni Chowk, the old commercial center, and stop for a photo op at the Red Fort. Visit Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi (the father of our nation) was cremated.
In the afternoon, explore New Delhi, built in a typical British colonial style. See the Laxmi Narayan Temple, a modern Hindu temple, and India Gate, a 42-meter high war memorial arch. Pass by the Parliament House, Secretariat buildings, and the Viceregal Palace (now the official residence of the President of India). Visit Qutab Minar, which was intended to be the most glorious victory tower in the world and the prototype of all minarets in India.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03: DELHI – JAIPUR
After breakfast, depart for Jaipur.
Jaipur:The vibrant capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the ‘Pink City’ due to the pink-colored buildings in its old town. Forts were built here both to show off wealth and to intimidate enemies, and desperate battles were fought by rulers who were great patrons of the arts. Upon arrival, check into the hotel.
In the evening, enjoy a rickshaw ride through the bustling bazaars. Jaipur is famous for textile block printing, blue pottery, carpet weaving, and semi-precious stones.

An Evening with Elephants
Our program begins at 2 PM and ends after dinner.
Includes:
– Bathe the elephant
– Elephant ride in our park
– Elephant ride at the tiger sanctuary
– Paint the elephant
– Feed the elephant
– Cook for the elephant
– Clay pottery making
– Dinner

Day 04: JAIPUR
After breakfast, embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Jaipur, visiting the former Rajput capital, Amber. Located 11 km from the city, this fort-palace was started by Raja Man Singh and used by the Rajputs as their stronghold. See the Diwan-i-Aam (public audience hall), Kali Temple, Jai Mandir (hall of victory) with its inlaid panels and mirror ceiling, and Sukh Niwas. On the way to Amber Fort, stop for photos at Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds.
Also, visit the City Palace of the Maharaja and Jantar Mantar (the Observatory). Jaipur’s walled city (1732 AD) occupies one-seventh of the city area. See the Mubarak Mahal, the textile and armory museums, and the Diwan-i-Khas and Diwan-i-Aam. Jantar Mantar, meaning “instruments to measure the harmony of the skies,” is the oldest observatory in India. Each instrument has a specific purpose and provides accurate readings. Also, pass through the pink-hued residential and commercial areas of Jaipur.
After dinner, return to the hotel for the night.

Day 05: JAIPUR – FATEHPUR SIKRI – AGRA by Surface
After breakfast, depart for Agra, visiting Fatehpur Sikri en route.
Fatehpur Sikri: This magnificent fortified ghost city was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 AD as his capital and abandoned 15 years later, allegedly due to a severe water shortage. It’s a place where Islamic architecture blends with Hindu and Jain art.
Proceed to Agra.
Agra: In 1526 AD, Mughal Emperor Babar began giving Agra a unique character and beauty. The following centuries saw the rise of three great Mughal emperors: Akbar, Jehangir, and Shah Jahan. Upon arrival, check into the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 06: AGRA
After breakfast, continue sightseeing in Agra, visiting the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Taj Mahal: The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is widely recognized as “the jewel of Muslim art in India” and one of the universally admired masterpieces of world heritage. The Taj Mahal is the finest example of Mughal architecture, combining Persian, Turkish, and Indian architectural styles. (Closed on Fridays)
Agra Fort:The Agra Fort is a city within a city, housing the Moti Masjid, Diwan-i-Aam (public audience hall), Diwan-i-Khas (private audience hall), the Octagonal Tower, Jehangir’s Palace, and many other monuments.

Optional:
Simulated Wedding Ceremony:
A short film depicting a traditional Indian wedding is shown. Women are dressed in Salwar Kameez and men in Pijama Kurta, traditional attire worn at weddings in North India. This wedding is purely symbolic, with no religious restrictions. It incorporates the diversity of the Indian subcontinent in a single event, with dances from Punjab, the Maharashtrian Mangalsutra ceremony, Bengali Sindoor application, and an international menu with Indian delicacies.
Wine/Liquor Fee: As per actual cost. Additional license fee. Operating hours: 12 PM to 12 AM only.

Day 07: AGRA – DELHI by Surface
After breakfast, depart from the hotel. Later, transfer to Delhi and upon arrival, transfer to the international airport for your onward flight.

The above rates include the following:
– Meet and assist upon arrival/departure at the airport/hotel
– Arrival/departure transfers and surface travel as per the itinerary using an air-conditioned 45-seater coach
– Accommodation for 06 nights on a double-sharing basis with full board (including 06 lunches and 06 dinners)
– Russian-speaking tour escort from arrival to departure
– Entrance fees to monuments/museums
– Elephant ride at Amer Fort, including a jeep ride down the fort
– All applicable taxes

Important Note:
In case of any changes in the government’s tax structure, airfares, or fuel prices, Art of Travel reserves the right to revise the travel price.
Due to high tourism demand in India, although our priority is to provide the mentioned hotel, Art of Travel reserves the right to offer a similar category hotel in case the mentioned hotel is unavailable. The names of the hotels mentioned in the offer indicate that our rates are based on using these hotels but do not confirm the booking until we send the accommodation confirmation.

Responsibilities:
– Art of Travel is not responsible for compensating for trip termination or itinerary deviation due to Force Majeure events beyond our control, such as natural calamities, riots, political strikes, flight/train delays, etc.
– Any additional costs incurred due to itinerary revisions in such situations will be charged to the clients.
– In case of a trip termination midway due to any of the above factors, penalties for unused services will be borne by the clients.