GOLDEN TRIANGLE WITH VAISHNO DEVI

Delhi (3) – Agra (1) – Jaipur (2) - Train (1) – Katra (2) Duration
09 Nights / 10 Days

SUGGESTED ITINERARY 

Day 01: Delhi (Arrival) 

On arrival at Airport / Railway station, meet our representative and proceed to Hotel for Check in. Delhi is a city built and re-built seven times over several centuries. The capital city today marries the quaint and unique elements of different historical eras with the pace of the bustling, growing economy. At every turn of the road, the past and the present coexist. Later proceed for city Tour of NEW DELHI - drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the Presidential Palace. Overnight at Hotel. 

Day 02: Delhi 

After Breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing, the Red Fort, Chandni Chowk Bazaar and Khari Baoli spice market on your way to visit Jama Masjid. One of the largest mosques in the world and the largest in India, it was built by Shah Jahan to dominate the city. Then, make your way to Raj Ghat, a memorial built to commemorate the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation. Also visit Old Fort. Overnight at hotel. 

Day 03: Delhi – Agra (200 Kms / 04 hrs) 

After breakfast drive to Agra. Arrive and check in at Hotel. Akbarabad, as Agra was known during the Mughal era, is home to some of the most magnificent Mughal architectures. Situated on the banks of river Yamuna, the monumental beauty of Agra has inspired countless people around the world. This third largest city of the state of Uttar Pradesh is home to three UNESCO world heritage sites. Later Proceed to Visit to the world - famous Taj Mahal - or literally "Crown of Palaces" was built by Shah Jehan to immortalize the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal who died tragically in 1631. After that visit, the Red Fort built by three generations of Mughal Emperors between 1565 and 1573. It housed both the presidential Palaces of the Royal family, and the military quarters. Overnight at Hotel. 

Day 04: Agra – Jaipur (250 Kms / 05 hrs) 

After breakfast drive to Jaipur En-route Fatehpur Sikri - the extraordinary city built by Akbar the Great, deserted 14 years later, but which, during its brief span, exceeded London in both grandeur and population. After visit continue drive to Jaipur. Arrive & Check in to the hotel. Jaipur: Beautiful palaces, forts and colourful bazaars speak of the pink city’s glorious regal past. Modernity walks hand-in-hand with history in Jaipur. This largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, is famous for its magnanimous hospitality. Evening explore colorful local market. Overnight at Hotel. 

Day 05 : Jaipur 

After Breakfast, Visit Amber - the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire reaching the fort on elephant back. It is a deserted palace surrounded by majestic ramparts & the magnificent public & private room's evidence the splendor of the rulers of 16th & 17th century Rajasthan. Also visit City Place, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal in evening leisure. Overnight at hotel. 

Day 06: Jaipur – Delhi – Katra (by Train) 

After breakfast drive to Delhi, Arrival and check in hotel, later visit local market CP/Karol Bagh/Sarojini Nagar/ Khan Market. In the evening proceed for Delhi Railway Station. Overnight in train. 

Day 07: Jammu – Katra (50 Kms / 2 hrs) 

Arrival at Jammu Railway Station and Drive to Katra. Arrival at Katra, check in at hotel after breakfast and take 1-2 hrs rest start for Vaishnodevi climb (Total 13 kms walk to the temple that takes about 4-5 hours). Enroute stops at Ardhkuwari Temple and darshan at Baba Bhairavnath Temple is recommended). During Summer and peak travel season it may be advisable to start the climb previous evening. Once queue tickets are purchased the wait period could be half an hour to 3 hours depending on the rush. During season Yatra Parchi (entry tickets required to begin the uphill walk), it is recommended to purchase in advance to avoid delays. Guests looking for Heli Darshan (Helicopter ride, darshan and back), morning flights are recommended for best weather and least uncertainty. Return by late evening. Overnight at hotel. 

Day 08: Katra – Shivkhori- Katra (95 kms / 3 hrs) 

After breakfast drive from Katra to Shiv Khori, Baba Dhansar and Nau Devi Darshan Back to Katra from Dinner. In evening take train for delhi. Overnight at train 

Day 09: Delhi (Arrival) 

After breakfast visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Qutub Minar, India’s tallest minaret, made of red sandstone and marble and inscribed with verses from the Qur’an. Next stop Lotus Temple completed in 1986. Notable for its flowerlike shape, it serves as the Mother Temple of the Indian subcontinent and has become a prominent attraction in the city also visit Iskcon Temple a famous Krishna Temple. Stop next at Humayun’s Tomb, another UNESCO World Heritage site and tomb of a Mughal emperor dating back to the 1500s. Next, pass under the high stone archway of India Gate – constructed in the memory of Indian soldiers who died in World War I – and drive along Rajpath (King's Way), the ceremonial boulevard heading toward Rashtrapati Bhavan, official home to the President of India. Also visit Birla Temple a Lord Vishnu Temple. Overnight at hotel. 

Day 10: Delhi (Departure) 

After breakfast proceed for onward journey.