India: Golden Triangle
Type: In Depth Explorer
Starts: Jaipur, India
End: New Delhi, India
Come discover India's iconic Golden Triangle. Taking you from Jaipur to Delhi with stops in Ranthambore and Agra. Think photo ops at Hawa Mahal, scanning the jungle for stripes, diving into street eats and obviously catching a glimpse of the one and only Taj Mahal.
Trip Duration: 6 Days
Package Overview
Come discover India's iconic Golden Triangle. Taking you from Jaipur to Delhi with stops in Ranthambore and Agra. Think photo ops at Hawa Mahal, scanning the jungle for stripes, diving into street eats and obviously catching a glimpse of the one and only Taj Mahal.
Routing
Trip Duration: 6 Days
Day Wise Itinerary
Day 1 - Jaipur
Hello and welcome to the Pink City! We'll join up and meet the Contiki group, then dive straight in with an orientation walk through Jaipur’s sandstone streets and buzzing bazaars. After that, the night will be yours to spend your way. Get ready for royal vibes, real culture, and chaotic colour everywhere you look.- Accomodation: Hotel Utsav Niwas (or similar)
- Meals:
- Location Visited: Jaipur,
Day 2 - Jaipur
Morning, fort fans. Today, we’ll kick things off at the mighty Amber Fort, then roll on to Hawa Mahal for those must-have photo ops in front of its iconic pink facade. The evening is yours to explore your way, markets, rooftops. But if home-style Indian food is calling your name, you can opt for dinner with a local family and learn how it’s really done.- Accomodation: Hotel Utsav Niwas (or similar)
- Meals:
- Location Visited: Jaipur,
Day 3 - Jaipur
Yep, it’s a full free day in the pretty Pink City. Looking for things to do? How about a Bollywood film at the iconic Raj Mandir Cinema? Or a wander through Jantar Mantar’s mind-bending observatory? Maybe take a bike tour through the streets, or sip a cocktail with the crew at a heritage palace.- Accomodation: Hotel Utsav Niwas (or similar)
- Meals:
- Location Visited: Jaipur,
Day 4 - Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park
Jaipur, you’ve been a dream. But now we’re swapping pink palaces for raw wilderness as we head to Ranthambore. Oh yes, it's tiger time. Welcome to Ranthambore! This is where tigers, leopards and wild landscapes steal the spotlight. Head out on an optional (but highly recommended) safari into the jungle. P.S. Safaris here are in high demand, so you'll need to pre-book this Free Time Add-On.- Accomodation: Raj Palace (or similar)
- Meals: Dinner
- Location Visited: Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park,
Day 5 - Ranthambore National Park to Agra
After our dose of jungle and (hopefully) tiger sightings, we’ll trade wild landscapes for something equally iconic as we hit the road for another world wonder.Hello Agra… heard of it? You’ll have a free evening to explore, or level things up with an optional visit to Agra Fort for sunset views and serious Mughal-era drama.- Accomodation: Rich Grande (or similar)
- Meals: Breakfast
- Location Visited: Ranthambore National Park, Agra,
Day 6 - Agra to Delhi
Today’s the day, folks. We’ll be up early to catch the marble beauty that is Taj Mahal at sunrise. Take it in, snap the pics, have your “okay, wow” moment, then we’ll hit the road back to Delhi.And just like that our Indian adventure has officially come to an end. Hug it out, swap details, and say your goodbyes (or maybe just “see you on the next one.”)- Accomodation:
- Meals:
- Location Visited: Agra, Delhi,
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 1 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Jaipur: Explore Jaipur on a guided walk through the Pink City’s sandstone streets and buzzing bazaars. Follow your guide through the old lanes, spot local crafts and everyday scenes, and get your bearings in a city that’s all colour, culture, and constant movement.
- Jaipur: Step inside Amber Fort on a guided tour and explore its grand courtyards, intricate halls and hilltop views that once housed Rajput royalty. Walk the same pathways as warriors and rulers, and see why this fortress still steals the show.
- Jaipur: Pause for a photo stop at the iconic Hawa Mahal, Jaipur’s pink sandstone showpiece known for its honeycomb windows and royal past. Cameras out, this one deserves a spot on the grid.
- Agra: This one needs no introduction. Epic in the pictures. Out-of-this-world IRL.