9 Days Golden Triangle with Haridwar & Rishikesh

Upon your arrival at Delhi airport or railway station, our tour representative will be there to assist you with a smooth transfer to your hotel. After checking in and getting settled, take some time to relax and unwind from the journey. You can spend the day exploring nearby attractions on your own or simply stay at the hotel for rest and relaxation. Spend overnight at your hotel.

At 9 am, you'll be picked up from your hotel to embark on a captivating city tour of both old and new Delhi. From Mughal monuments such as the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, and Rajghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi - to iconic landmarks like India Gate, President's House, and Government Secretariat representing British architecture; explore it all! Don't miss out on visiting the serene Lotus Temple or 12th-century masterpiece Qutub Minar either. By 6 pm you will return to your hotel with an array of awe-inspiring experiences that are sure to stay with you forever.

After breakfast, set off to Agra - the city of marbles. On your journey there, you will have the opportunity to visit the renowned Tomb of Emperor Akbar at Sikandra. After arriving in Agra, check into your hotel and take some time to rest. Once you've freshened up, head out to the local market for a spot of shopping - pick up some souvenirs for family and friends! In the evening, visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World: The Taj Mahal. Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his beloved wife Mumtaz, it is renowned worldwide as a symbol of true love. Watching this beautiful monument at sunset gives you an unforgettable experience; its grandeur looks even more exquisite during that special hour. Have dinner at one of Agra's finest Mughal restaurants before retiring back to your hotel room for the night.

After having breakfast, you will explore the 16th century Agra Fort - also known as the “Lal – Qila”. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to a number of exquisite buildings where Shah Jahan spent his last days imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb. You will then visit the tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, an architectural marvel often referred to as 'Baby Taj Mahal' due to its Minars (towers) similar to those found at the Taj Mahal. Afterwards, you'll make your way towards Jaipur - The Pink City - stopping off en route at Fatehpur Sikri; a city founded in the 16th century by Mughal emperor Akbar. Upon reaching Jaipur, check into your hotel and enjoy some free time exploring local markets before dinner and retiring for the night at your hotel.

Jaipur, the capital of India's Rajasthan state, is renowned for its iconic pink buildings and royal heritage. Start your day with an elephant ride at Amber Fort, one of the city's most famous monuments. After lunch, explore some other attractions like City Palace – a grand palace complex in Jaipur, Albert Hall & Museum to learn more about local history and culture, Hawa Mahal - a high screen wall built so that women from the royal family could observe street festivals without being seen from outside. In the evening visit Jal Mahal and Jantar Mantar before retiring for dinner and overnight stay at your hotel.

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and head back to Delhi. Upon arriving in the city, you can check into a hotel for the evening. Spend some time relaxing before having dinner and then getting some restful sleep at your accommodation.

On the seventh day of your journey, check out of your hotel after breakfast and head to Haridwar. This ancient city is a renowned Hindu pilgrimage site located in Uttarakhand state, India - where the River Ganges flows from the Himalayan foothills. Pilgrims from around the world come here for its sacred bathing ghats, temples, ashrams and spiritual atmosphere. After checking into your hotel in Haridwar, visit Harki Puri Ghat at night for an awe-inspiring Aarti ceremony by the riverbank. Enjoy dinner before retiring to bed for some restful sleep ahead of further exploration tomorrow.

After having breakfast, embark on a journey to explore Rishikesh - 19km from Haridwar. Visit the popular attractions such as Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Ashrams & temples and many more. Once you have explored all of these places, head back to your hotel in Haridwar for dinner and rest for the night.

This is your final day of the tour. After a delicious breakfast, we will take you back to Delhi and drop you off at either the airport or railway station for your onward journey. We hope that this has been an unforgettable experience for you!