Golden Triangle on a Budget: Experiencing India's Riches Without Breaking the Bank

Explore an abundance of stunning monuments and sights on an affordable yet unforgettable Budget Golden Triangle Tour offered by Golden Triangle Tours. Your journey begins in Delhi, where you can witness the beauty of the Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Akshardham Temple and India Gate. Next, travel to Agra to see the legendary wonder of the world, the Taj Mahal, as well as the historic Agra Fort and Itmad Ud Daula. Finally, immerse yourself in the royal Rajputana culture of Jaipur and take in the sights of Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Jal Mahal, Birla temple and Amber Fort. This Golden Triangle Tour, India offers a short timeframe and a small budget while allowing you to experience the most magnificent cultural and historic sites of India.

Explore Delhi 
Day 1: Your first day of Golden Triangle Itinerary  begins in Delhi with a sightseeing tour of both Old and New Delhi. You will drive past the Red Fort, which was constructed in 1648 by Shah Jehan. Raj Ghat, a simple black marble platform, serves as a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, and marks the spot of his cremation. Next, you will visit New Delhi, which includes a stop at Humayun's Tomb, a 1762 memorial to Mughal Emperor Humayun. This complex is an excellent example of Mughal architecture and has been designated a World Heritage Site. Qutub Minar, the world's tallest brick minaret at 72 metres and an important example of Indo-Islamic architecture, was built in 1206 by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. The Qutub Minar and its monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, you will drive past India Gate, a memorial built in 1931 to commemorate Indian soldiers who died in World War I and the Afghan Wars. The walls are inscribed with the names of the soldiers who perished. The President's House, which was built in 1931, serves as the official residence of the President of India. Until 1950, it was known as Viceroy's House and served as the residence of the Governor-General of British India.

Explore Agra 
Day 2: After breakfast in the morning, drive to Agra and check into your hotel. Later, visit Agra Fort, a magnificent fortress designed and constructed by Akbar in 1765 A.D. The fort features a barricaded wall made of red sandstone, and it contains numerous palaces, including the Jahangir Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am, Macchi Bhawan, Nagina Masjid, Moti Masjid, Sheesh Mahal, and Musamman Burj. From the Musamman Burj, you can see the Taj Mahal in all its beauty. Later, enjoy sightseeing at the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife.

Explore Jaipur
Day 3: This is the third day of India’s Golden Triangle Tour. Today you visit "Jantar Mantar" the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh. Photo stop at "The Hawa Mahal" or the Palace of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen, all monuments are located in the vicinity of the City Palace Complex of Jaipur where you will be going for sightseeing. Later you visit Amer Fort also called Amber Fort and Nahargarh Fort.

Departure from Delhi 
Day 4: Last day of the 4 day Golden Triangle Tour India after breakfast explore Pink City with an excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, enjoy the experience of riding on an elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Later drive to Delhi. On arrival transfer to the airport to connect the flight to your onward destination.