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Experience a taste of India on this outstanding introductory tour of the country’s most celebrated sights. Exploring the Golden Triangle, this journey combines imperial Delhi with the legendary Taj Mahal at Agra and a 3-night stay in the princely city of Jaipur, culminating in the beautiful hill station of Shimla.
Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) to Delhi with British Airways. (N)
Day 2: DelhiArrive in Delhi and transfer to the Taj Palacefor 1 night. Leisurely afternoon tour visiting the Jama Masjid mosque and exploring the labyrinthine streets of Old Delhi by cycle rickshaw. In the early evening, dine at Haveli Dharampura and take in views of the Red Fort from its upper terrace. (D)
Day 3: New Delhi - AgraTour of New Delhi, including a drive past India Gate and the former viceregal residence. Continue to the tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun and the Qutb Minar tower. Drive to Agra and stay at the Trident Agra for 2 nights. (B, D)
Day 4: AgraSunrise visit to the spectacular Taj Mahal before exploring the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah and Agra Fort. Visit Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden), for sunset over the Taj Mahal. (B, D)
Day 5: Fatehpur Sikri - JaipurContinue to Jaipur via the deserted sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri and Abhaneri stepwell. En route, enjoy lunch at the lavish Laxmi Vilas Palace. Stay 3 nights at Ramgarh Lodge,a maharajah’s former hunting lodge. (B, L, D)
Day 6: JaipurMorning visit to Amber Fort and the Anokhi Museum. Afternoon visit to the striking City Palace, home of the present maharajah and the curious Jantar Mantar observatory. (B, D)
Day 7: JaipurA day at leisure to relax. Explore Jaipur’s many bazaars or choose from the range of optional activities including a sunrise balloon ride†. (B, D)
Day 8: Shahpura - DelhiTravel to Shahpura for lunch at the opulent 300-year-old palace, visit a local NGO and walk through the local village. Continue to Delhi for an overnight stay at the Taj Palace. (B, L, D)
Day 9: ShimlaTake the morning train to Kalka followed by the narrow-gauge ‘toy train’ to Shimla, passing through stunning mountains. Stay 3 nights at the Oberoi Cecil in Shimla, the British summer capital during the Raj era. Upgrade to a Premier Valley View room from £160 per person for 3 nights. (B, L*, D)
Day 10: ShimlaExplore the historic mall and listen to the stories behind its many colonial buildings while making your way to the Vice Regal Lodge. (B, D)
Day 11: ShimlaDay at leisure. Option to explore Shimla on a nature walk from the house where Rudyard Kipling wrote Plain Tales from the Hills to the gallery of a Shimla painter. Alternatively, enjoy afternoon tea at the Oberoi Wildflower Hall or visit the princely state of Dhami to spend the day with the noble family, birdwatching and enjoying their stories over lunch.† (B, D)
Day 12: DelhiDrive to Chandigarh and connect with the midday train to Delhi. Stay overnight at the Taj Palace. (B, L*, D)
Day 13: Fly to LondonFly to London with British Airways. (B)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, L*: Packed lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Amritsar extension: 3 days & 2 nights from £375 Spend time in Amritsar, staying at the 5-star Taj Swarna Hotel, to visit the sacred Golden Temple and observe the elaborate retreat ceremony at Wagah on the India-Pakistan border.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
† Optional activities: These activities can be pre-booked or booked locally and incur an additional charge. Please speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements.
The Taj Palace is spread out over two and a half hectares of lush gardens in New Delhi. Guestrooms are spacious and elegantly designed with subtle touches of Mughal-era influence. Guests have a wide variety of dining options to choose from, including several multi award-winning restaurants.
The Trident Agra is set in beautiful gardens and is only a short distance away from the Taj Mahal. This luxury hotel is built of red stone, reminiscent of the Mughal era, and is designed around a landscaped central courtyard with swimming pool and fountains. Trident features an informal, multicuisine brasserie as well as an alfresco Italian restaurant.
Built in the late 1930s, The Gateway Hotel Ramgarh Lodge Jaipur (previously Ramgarh Lodge) was once the favourite hunting retreat of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Located around 40 km from Jaipur, this rustic lodge set in the forested Aravalli exudes an air of history. The lodge was converted into a hotel in the late 1980s and is now managed by the Taj group of hotels. All 13 rooms and suites are spacious, comfortably furnished, combine history with contemporary style and overlook either the rugged Aravalli Mountains or the landscaped gardens. Other facilities include a dining room with a colonial atmosphere, outdoor swimming pool and tennis court.
The hill stations provided a cool retreat for the Raj during the heat of the Indian summer. This heritage is captured by the Oberoi Cecil, which provides a luxurious base from which to explore the surrounding town and countryside. A view of the hills and forests is offered from many of the hotel’s 71 rooms. The restaurant serves both Continental and Asian cuisine other facilities include a health club, which offers massage, herbal treatments, sauna and steam baths.
IGT2022
| Status | Tour Code | Tour Name | Departure-Return date | Original Price | Special Offer(£) | Single Supplement | depdate | returndate | Guaranteed Departures | Click to Book | cpntav | MaxGrpSize | IsSuperOffer | Status |
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| Available | IGT2022 | The Golden Triangle & Shimla | 7 Oct 2022 - 19 Oct 2022 | £2,295 | £0 | £795 | 10/7/2022 12:00:00 AM | 10/19/2022 12:00:00 AM | Yes | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | |
| Available | IGT2022 | The Golden Triangle & Shimla | 21 Oct 2022 - 2 Nov 2022 | £2,395 | £0 | £795 | 10/21/2022 12:00:00 AM | 11/2/2022 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | ||
| Available | IGT2022 | The Golden Triangle & Shimla | 28 Oct 2022 - 9 Nov 2022 | £2,495 | £0 | £0 | 10/28/2022 12:00:00 AM | 11/9/2022 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | ||
| Available | IGT2022 | The Golden Triangle & Shimla | 4 Nov 2022 - 16 Nov 2022 | £2,495 | £0 | £795 | 11/4/2022 12:00:00 AM | 11/16/2022 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | ||
| Available | IGT2022 | The Golden Triangle & Shimla | 18 Nov 2022 - 30 Nov 2022 | £2,495 | £0 | £0 | 11/18/2022 12:00:00 AM | 11/30/2022 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available |
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group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
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For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
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Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
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Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
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