Family Holiday to The Golden Triangle

8 Day – Private tour with air-conditioned vehicle and guide
Price Guide: £1545 per person
ABTA and ATOL Protected Holidays

This family holiday to the Golden Triangle is packed with all the essential elements of a great Indian holiday and is an ideal tour for first time visitors. Delhi, Agra and Jaipur fondly known as ‘The Golden Triangle’, are the must see sights on any tour to North India. Delhi, the capital of India, will captivate you with its rich history, majestic world heritage sites, Raj era edifices and bustling markets. Agra, a former capital of the Mughal Empire, is home to the Taj Mahal, one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. Jaipur’s towering Amer Fort, splendid monuments including the grand City Palace and colourful bazaars are the epitome of Rajasthani culture and architecture.

This is a wonderful introduction to India, but if this tour leaves you craving for more, we have plenty of suggestions. A few recommendations include Ranthambore, a popular park to see tigers, Shimla the erstwhile summer capital of the British Raj, Amritsar for its magnificent Golden Temple and of course, the sandy beaches of Goa.

Included in the Family Holiday to The Golden Triangle

Taj Mahal Sunset View, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
  • Full day sightseeing tour of New and Old Delhi
  • Afternoon sightseeing trip to Agra Fort and Taj Mahal
  • Visit to Fatehpur Sikri
  • Morning sightseeing trip to Amer Fort including jeep ride
  • Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur
  • Dinner with a family in Jaipur
  • Lunch at Bharatpur
  • Visit to the 9th century stepwells at Abhaneri
  • Meal with a local family

Additional Activities to Enjoy

The itinerary on this holiday will keep everyone entertained, but there are a whole host of other experiences which can be enjoyed if you have a bit more time. Below is just a small selection but if you have any ideas please let us know and we will do our best to include them.

Family Holiday to The Golden Triangle Itinerary

The Golden Triangle Group Tour

On arrival in Delhi you will be taken to The Claridges for a two night stay. The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities.

In the evening you can meet your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner, arranged in a traditional setting.

Accommodation: The Claridges*, Delhi
Meals included: Dinner

Your morning tour of old Delhi includes Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat – a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, and the bazaars of Chandni Chowk.

After lunch you will experience New Delhi, including the Lutyens buildings and India Gate, plus Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb.

Accommodation: The Claridges*, Delhi
Meals included: Breakfast

Today you head to Agra in time for an afternoon visit to Agra Fort before arriving at the Taj Mahal before sunset when it is particularly beautiful.

Accommodation: ITC Mughal*, Agra
Meals included: Breakfast

Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital of Emperor Akbar is the first place you visit today before proceeding to Jaipur. On route there is a lunch stop at Bharatpur and a visit to the 9th century stepwells at Abhaneri.

Accommodation: Samode Haveli*, Jaipur
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

This morning’s tour starts at Hawa Mahal before visiting the magnificent hilltop Amer Fort. Here you can explore the Fort’s extensive apartments decorated with murals and mosaics.

The afternoon’s sightseeing includes Jantar Mantar observatory, City Palace and the Museum.

Accommodation: Samode Haveli*, Jaipur
Meals included: Breakfast

A free day to explore Jaipur’s colourful markets. In the evening, enjoy a traditional meal with a local family.

Accommodation: Samode Haveli*, Jaipur
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

After a leisurely morning we drive back to Delhi for an overnight stay at Pride Plaza Aerocity.

Accommodation: Pride Plaza Aerocity*, Delhi

Fly back to the UK, or if you have some more time why not take a look at the suggested extensions.

 

 

Suggested extensions

If you have a extra time and would like to discover more of India, these are some suggested extensions:

Ranthambore Park (2 days)

On day 7, drive to Ranthambore and stay at Ranthambore Kothi for two nights. Enjoy three game drives over the next two days to spot wildlife including tigers. Return to Delhi on day 9 and fly back home on day 10. 

Shimla (4 days)

On day 8, take the Shatabdi Express train to Kalka and change for the hill train to Shimla. Stay at the Oberoi Cecil for three nights. Spend the next two days exploring Shimla on foot. Drive down to Kalka on day 11 and board a train to Delhi. Stay overnight at The Grand Hotel before flying home on day 12.

Amritsar (3 days)

On day 8, board the Shatabdi Express train to Amritsar and stay at the Hyatt Amritsar for two nights. Visit the Golden Temple and the border outpost at Wagah. Fly back to Delhi on day 10 for an overnight stay at The Grand Hotel before flying home on day 11.

Goa (4 days)

On day 7 fly from Jaipur to Goa and transfer to the resort hotel of your choice for a five night stay. Enjoy relaxing in the sun before flying home on day 12.

Sights to enjoy on Family Holiday to The Golden Triangle

India Gate, Delhi
Jama Masjid, Delhi
Qutub Minar, Delhi
Rajghat Resting Place of Mahatma Gandhi, Delhi
Humayuns Tomb, Delhi
Colourful Spice Powder at Street Market, Delhi
Chandini Chowk Ricksaw Ride, Delhi
Streets of Old Delhi
Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Taj Mahal Sunset View, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Entrance to Agra Fort, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Agra Fort, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Hawah Mahal (Palace of Winds), Jaipur, Rajasthan
Amer (Amber) Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Womens at Amer (Amber) Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Street Scene, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Colourful Stall, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Jantar Mantar, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Jal Mahal, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Womens Carying Water at Stepwell, Jaipur, Rajasthan
City traffic, Jaipur, Rajasthan

India Gate, Delhi

Jama Masjid, Delhi

Qutub Minar, Delhi

Rajghat Resting Place of Mahatma Gandhi, Delhi

Humayuns Tomb, Delhi

Colourful Spice Powder at Street Market, Delhi

Chandini Chowk Ricksaw Ride, Delhi

Streets of Old Delhi

Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Taj Mahal Sunset View, Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Entrance to Agra Fort, Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Agra Fort, Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Hawah Mahal (Palace of Winds), Jaipur, Rajasthan

Amer (Amber) Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Womens at Amer (Amber) Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Street Scene, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Colourful Stall, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Jantar Mantar, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Jal Mahal, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Womens Carying Water at Stepwell, Jaipur, Rajasthan

City traffic, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Places on the Family Holiday to The Golden Triangle

Hotels

Below are the hotels we plan to use on the tour but they are subject to availability. If they are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be chosen.

Dates, Pricing and Inclusions

The price guide for this 8 day Family Holiday to The Golden Triangle is

  • £1545 per person
Special Remarks

Tours starting around 7 November 2023 – Diwali Special – Diwali in Jaipur with special dinner

Tours starting around 21st March 2024 – Holi special – Holi in Jaipur with special lunch

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast plus lunch on day 4 and dinner on days 1 and 6.

Best Season: October to April.

Clothes: Cottons with woollens in winter.

* Alternative accommodation of a similar standard may be offered to the hotels listed.

Included in the price:

  • Accommodation for 7 nights and meal plan as shown above
  • All internal road travel by an air-conditioned vehicle and driver
  • All scheduled sightseeing with an English speaking guide
  • Entrance fees at the monuments

Not included in price:

  • International flights
  • India visa
  • Travel Insurance
  • Meals not included in the meal plan
  • Expenses of personal nature (like room service, laundry, drinks, phone calls etc)
  • Camera fees at the monuments

For more information please email info@aitholidays.com or call our India specialists on 01792 315499.

Authentic India Tours is a member of ABTA and ATOL. All the holidays on this website are ABTA protected. If you would like us to arrange your holiday including flights we will be happy to provide a quote and your holiday will also be ATOL protected.