Overview

Our Golden Triangle with Mumbai and Goa tour includes a thrilling getaway to some of India's most popular destinations - Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Mumbai – the Gateway of India and Goa. Your tour begins in Mumbai (OR Delhi) from where you'll set off for a thrilling visit to The Gateway of India, from Delhi, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India and other heritage attractions. This tour then proceeds with a sunset visit of the legendary monument Taj Mahal - a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Agra. Then you will head to the Pink City, Jaipur. Our friendly and informative tourist guide will assist you during sightseeing of the time-honored city and rickshaw ride through local markets. You will then fly to Goa  where you will get to relax by the beach.

Highlights

  • Guided tour of Delhi - Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Red Fort, Rajghat, Humayun Tomb, Rashtrapati Bhawan, India Gate and Qutub Minar.
  • Sightseeing tour of Agra - Agra Fort and Taj Mahal.
  • Jaipur sightseeing tour - Amer Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal and the local bazaars of Jaipur.
  • Visit the 16th-century city Fatehpur Sikri - Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal, Sheikh Salim Chishti Tomb, Jodha Bai Palace, Moti Mahal, etc.
  • Excursion to the 5th century Elephanta rock caves in Mumbai.
  • Rickshaw ride in Delhi and Elephant ride in Jaipur.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Mumbai

Day 02: Mumbai

Day 03: Mumbai – Delhi (Flight)

Day 04: Delhi

Day 05: Delhi – Mathura & Vrindavan – Agra

Day 06: Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Abhaneri – Jaipur

Day 07: Jaipur

Day 08: Jaipur – Goa (Flight)

Day 09: Goa

Day 10: Goa

Day 11: Goa – Mumbai (Flight) / Departure

DAY 01: ARRIVE MUMBAI

Early morning arrive at Mumbai – International airport.

 

Mumbai - Fifteen million people live in Mumbai - industrialists, film-stars, artists, workers, teachers and clerks - all living cheek-by-jowl in soaring skyscrapers and sprawling slums. They come from diverse ethnic backgrounds and speak over a dozen tongues, adding colour, flavour and texture to the Great Mumbai Melting Pot. Mumbai is a city that never sleeps! If you're visiting on business or holiday, there are lots of things to do and see.

 

On arrival meeting, assistance at airport by our local representative and transfer to hotel. Where our executive will explain the travel plan in detail and hand over the essential documents (Tour programme, hotel’s vouchers, feedback report etc) to you. Rest of the day free to relax at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 02: MUMBAI

After breakfast at hotel enjoy city tour including Gateway of India - The Gateway is a huge stone Arch of Triumph originally constructed to commemorates the first-ever visit of a British Monarch to India. It was designed by the Scotsman George Wittet (1878-1926), who helped popularize the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture that combined Gothic-like flamboyance with Muslim-Indian architectural features.Prince of Wales Museum, Mani Bhawan, Crawford Market and Dhobi Ghat. Rest of the day free for leisure activities. Evening explore to city market at your own. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 03: MUMBAI – DELHI (FLIGHT)

After breakfast & checkout from the hotel transfer to airport to board on flight to Delhi.

 

Delhi - is a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with crumbling havelis and formidable mosques. In contrast, the imperial city of New Delhi created by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings. Delhi has been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires for about a millennium. Many a times the city was built, destroyed and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, a number of Delhi's rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then as creators.

 

On arrival meeting assistance at airport by our local representative and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free to explore local markets at your own. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 04: DELHI

After breakfast at hotel enjoy city tour of New Delhi & old Delhi start from Red Fort (From outside) - (Closed on Monday) -  built in red sandstone, Constructed by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, Jama Masjid - India's largest mosque and Rajghat - crimination place of Mahatama Gandhi.  Laxmi Narayan Temple, Humayun Tomb – Tomb of 2nd Mughal emperor and Qutab Minar the highest stone tower in India. India Gate - This solemn monument was built in memory of the 90,000 Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in the World War Ist. Drive past the Rashtrapathi Bhawan, Parliament House. Evening free to explore local markets at your own. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 05: DELHI – MATHURA & VRINDAVAN – AGRA (200 KMS / 4.5 HRS)

After breakfast & checkout from the hotel drive to Agra.

Enroute visit Mathura - birth place of lord Krishna, he spend his childhood in gokul. It is the place of temples, where we can feel the sound of Krishna in the air itself. It was the capital of the surasena kingdom. The maternal uncle of shri Krishna was the king of this city. And The word vrindavan is the mixture of two words ‘vrinda’ and ‘van’. The meaning of vrinda is tulsi. It is said that the entire place was covered with tulsi.

 

On arrival, visit Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple. Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple is the most sought after devout centers in Mathura. Its predominance over the other holy spots are due to the belief that the temple stands on the same place where lord Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudev. Numerous articles excavated from the site bare testimony to the legendary story of Sri Krishna’a birth. These artifacts are displayed in a museum near to the main temple.  Shri bankey Bihari temple & Other Temples. Also visit

 

Vrindavan – a village once noted for its fragrant groves, is where he spent an eventful youth. There are numerous other little spots in the area that still reverberate with the enchantment of Shri Krishna. Visit famous temples & pleases including Prem Mandir.

 

Later continue drive to Agra. Agra, situated on the west bank of River Yamuna, Agra was once the flourishing capital of the Muslim rulers of India. Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. On arrival check-in at hotel.

 

After wash and change at hotel visit Agra Fort, built by the Mughal dynasty's greatest Emperor, Akbar, in 1565. A number of the fort’s beautiful palaces, mosques and gardens were built by his successors in later years. Pearl Mosque,it shined like a pearl. It is held that this mosque was constructed by Shah Jahan for his members of royal court. Diwan-i-Khas - Here envoys and other honoured guests were granted a personal audience with the ruler. the Dīwān-e-Khās is a small marble structure near the Dīwān-e-Ām. Diwan-i-Aam - the ruler held mass audience. He would sit on his throne facing petitioners. His minister would assemble the petitions and refer them to the Dīwān-e-Khās for private audience.Jahangir Mahal - Jahangiri Mahal is the most important building of the Akbari period in the Agra Fort. Evening free to explore local markets at your own. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 06: AGRA – FATEHPUR SIKRI – ABHANERI – JAIPUR (235 KMS / 5.5 HRS)

Early morning watch sunrise & visit Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday) world's greatest monument to love. Emperor Shah Jahan built this pristine white marble mausoleum in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The monument looks amazingly graceful from almost any angle and took 24 years and 20,000 people to build. The close up detail of the Taj Mahal is as exquisite as the overall architectural design with semi-precious stones and beautiful patterns covering the marble surface. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

 

Later after breakfast & checkout from the hotel drive to Jaipur.

 

Enroute visit:- Fatehpur Sikri - The 'City of Victory' 

Abhaneri - a small village located 95km from Jaipur, towards the Jaipur-Agra highway. The present name of the village, 'Abhaneri', is believed to be a mispronunciation of 'Abha Nagri' or the 'city of brightness'. Visit the famous Step wells (Baoris) are fascinating. In the days past, not only were they sources of water; they were also used as rest houses by weary travelers, as temples and as community centers.

 

Later continue drive to Jaipur. Jaipur - The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains it's character and history - A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.

 

On arrival, check-in at hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 07: JAIPUR - ENJOY ELEPHANT RIDE AT AMBER FORT

After an early breakfast at hotel, visit the majestic Amber Fort and Palace, Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. It's forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's ultimate expression. One can enjoy the unique experience of an ascent on the back of a brightly caparisoned elephant, up to the Fort.

 

Later in the afternoon visit City Palace - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.  Jantar Mantar - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use. Nearby, the intriguing Palace of the Wind, the Hawa Mahal, was built in 1799 to allow ladies from the royal family to view the city and bazaar below in privacy. Jal Mahal - Jal Mahal is known for its majestic architecture and sophisticated design. It was once used for the royal duck shooting parties. Evening free to explore local markets. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 08: JAIPUR – GOA (FLIGHT)

After breakfast & checkout from the hotel transfer to airport to board on flight to Goa

Goa - Variously known as "Pearl of the Orient" and a "Tourist Paradise", the state of Goa is located on the western coast of India in the coastal belt known as Konkan. The magnificent scenic beauty and the architectural splendors of its temples, churches and old houses have made Goa a firm favorite with travelers around the world.

 

On arrival, meeting assistance at airport by our local representative and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free to relax at hotel / beach. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 09 & 10: GOA

Morning breakfast at hotel. Rest of the day free to relax at hotel / beach. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 11: GOA – MUMBAI (FLIGHT) / DEPARTURE

Early morning checkout from the hotel and transfer to airport to board on flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival transfer internally from domestic airport to international airport to board your homebound flight with the happy memory of our incredible nation.

 

Note: This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.

Inclusions/Exclusions

COST INCLUDES:

  • 10 Nights air-condition accommodation on Double / Twin share room at proposed hotels.
  • Daily breakfast at hotel as per detail itinerary from Day 02.
  • Meeting and assistance services on arrival / departure.
  • Air – conditioned chauffeur driven Vehicle (as per above) for city sightseeing, tour, excursion etc. as per above program.
  • Cycle Rickshaw ride at the narrow alley of Chandni Chowk / Old Delhi.
  • Traditional Elephant ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur.
  • English speaking local guides during the city tour at all places as per detail itinerary.
  • All parking, road taxes, government taxes and driver allowances.
  • Tour assistance throughout the tour.
  • All presently applicable Government taxes.
 
Other foreign language speaking guides are also available, kindly contact us for more details)
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COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
  • Any international and domestic airfare if it is not mention in cost inclusion.
  • Flight fare from Mumbai to Delhi, Jaipur – Goa & Goa – Mumbai will be approx USD 160 PP.
  • High season supplement from (20 Dec till 05 Jan)
  • Transport during free days / any optional tour / Entrance & Camera Fees at the monuments.
  • Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone calls, Laundry, soft / hard drinks, lunch, tipping etc.
  • Any Porterage services at Airport/Railway Station.
  • Any other expenses not mentioned in the cost includes.

**Offered tour price, calculated on standard 4 star hotels, valid till 30th September and applicable for minimum 08 paying persons. Kindly contact us for your query, along with a total number of Adults (12+-year-old) with the total number of kids (5-11-year-old) and approx dates of travelling.

Add-ons

  • Delhi – Food walk, Yoga, Akshardham temple fountain show, Ayurvedic massage.
  • Agra – Mohabbat-e-Taj show, Yoga, Food Walk, Cycle Ride.
  • Jaipur – Cooking Class, Food walk, Yoga, Chokhi Dhani, Dye It Yourself (DIY) workshop, Amer Fort – Light & Sound show.
  • Mumbai – Bollywood Studio Tour, Morning Life of Mumbai’s Dabbawalas Tour, Heritage Tour, Kanheri Caves, Elephanta Caves, Dhobi Ghat Tour, Dharavi Slum Tour.
  • Goa – Dudhsagar waterfalls with spice plantation tour / Crocodile watching with spice plantation.