GOLDEN TRIANGLE WITH SHIMLA
Queen of Hills with Symbol of Love
08 Days – 07 Nights
Delhi – Shimla – Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi – Departure
Detailed Itinerary

» Day 01 : Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival at Delhi International airport, you will be welcomed by our company representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Your travel documents will be handed over to you with a briefing of the tour program. After check-in process, time free at leisure for own activities and relax in the hotel to acclimatization with Indian weather conditions.

DELHI - The National Capital of India is one of the most historical cities in the world. In AD 1639, the Mughal emperor shah Jahan built a walled city named Shahjahanabad which served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1649 till 1857. Shahjahanabad is known as Old Delhi. Later the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens built a new city during the 1920s called New Delhi or Lutyens Delhi.

Overnight at Delhi (No Meals)

» Day 02 : Delhi – Kalka (By Train at 0740/1145 hours) Kalka – Shimla (90 kms drive)

Early morning, transfer to Delhi railway station to board the train to Kalka (nearest railway station from Shimla). On arrival at Kalka, meet & assist by our driver and drive to Shimla.

SHIMLA - - Sitting majestically above the searing plains, the British designated the town as the summer capital of India. The higher levels of the town reflect this British connection, comprising mostly buildings in the Victorian style, while the lower slopes are occupied with Indian bazaars and restaurants. Traffic is banned from the historic central area, (known as the Mall) which means that the atmosphere is calm and the air pristine. Cart Road runs south of the Mall and is connected to it via the lifts. The Ridge, north of the Mall, is a good place to view the seven majestic hills of Shimla. Further along the same road is Lakkar Bazaar, which is a good place to buy some handicrafts and other souvenirs.

Upon Arrival at shimla, check-in to the hotel and rest of teh day leisure for own activities.

Overnight at Shimla (Breakfast & Dinner)

» Day 03 : Shimla

After breakfast. Leave for an excursion to Kufri & Naldehra. Naldehra is famous for its Golf Course. The golf course was built under the supervision of Lord Curzon, the then Viceroy of India in the early 1900s. Captivated by the beauty of the place, surrounded by a thick mane of Himalayan cedar, which was also his favourite camping site just outside the British summer capital of Shimla, he established what today is one of the oldest and most scenic golf courses in the country. It is also to be noted that in memory of his stay there he named his third daughter Alexandra Naldehra.

Initially a 9 Hole Course, the Naldehra golf course was expanded to 18 holes, and further expansion has been planned to make the course at par with the best in the country.

In the evening explore the Mall Road and enjoy the local souvenir shopping.

Overnight at Shimla (Breakfast & Dinner)

» Day 04 : Shimla – Kalka (90 kms drive) Kalka – Delhi (By Train at 1745/2155 hours)

After breakfast, enjoy the relaxing time in the hotel. Afternoon, check-out from the hotel and drive down to Kalka railway station to board the train to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, check-in to the hotel.

Overnight at Delhi (Breakfast)

» Day 05 : Delhi Sightseeing Delhi – Agra (220 kms drive)

Sightseeing – After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive pass through India Gate, Parliament House, presidents house and proceed to visit Raj Ghat; the final resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. Further visit to Jama Masjid; built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It is one of the largest and best known mosques in India. Further, we will drive-pass through Chandni Chowk Market; Asia's largest wholesale market and Red Fort; a beautiful red sandstone fort built by the Mughals.

Other Activities –

  • Rickshaw Ride in Chandni Chowk Market during sightseeing tour
  • Visit to Dilli Haat; an open aircraft bazaar cum food plaza
  • Other Attractions – Qutab Minar, India Gate, Parliament House, President’s House, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lodhi Garden, Gurudwara Bangla sahib, National Museum.

Afternoon drive to Agra. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel.

AGRA – Located at the bank of River Yamuna was known then as Akbarabād during Mughal Empire and remained the capital of the Mughal Empire under the Emperors till 1689.

Overnight at Agra (Breakfast)

» Day 06 : Agra – Jaipur (240 kms drive)

Early morning visit to Taj Mahal at sunrise. Taj Mahal; one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Shah Jahan built this beautiful monument in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years and 20000 workers to complete this perfectly symmetrical monument. Later return back to the hotel and have your breakfast. Check-out from the hotel and visit to Agra Fort; also known as the Red Fort is a world heritage site listed by UNESCO. The red sandstone fort was converted into a palace during Shāh Jahān's time, and reworked extensively with marble and pietra dura inlay. After visiting Agra fort, spend some time in shopping souvenirs.

Other Activities –

  • Tonga Ride at Taj Mahal
  • Shopping – Fine Quality Marble, Textile, Handloom & Handicrafts
  • Other Attractions – Itmad-Ul-Daula’s Tomb, Akbar’s Tomb (Sikandra, Mughal Heritage Walk

Afternoon, drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and rest of the day free at leisure for own activities or relax in the hotel.

Overnight at Jaipur (Breakfast)

» Day 07 : Jaipur Sightseeing

JAIPUR - – Named after its founder Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II was established on 18 November 1727. Jaipur is considered as the first planned city in the country. In 1878AD, Jaipur was painted with Pink color to welcome Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria and since then the city is also known as “Pink City”.

Sightseeing –Early in the morning we will leave for an excursion to Amber City; the capital of Kachhwahas for six centuries before the foundation of Jaipur City. Ascend the Amber Fort with a traditional royal experience of Elephant ride. Within the Fort complex we will visit Sheesh Mahal, Diwan-e-Aam and Dowan-e-Khas. Later drive back to Pink City. En-route a short photo-shoot in-front the Jal Mahal, a small palace set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Afternoon visit to the City Palace, situated in the heart of the old city occupies about one seventh of the Old City. Within the City Palace we will visit Mubarak Mahal, Clock Tower and City Palace Museum, Later we will visit Jantar Mantar Observatory, built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. The enormous sun dials still provides the accurate time. Before returning to your hotel, take pictures in-front the Hawa Mahal, ‘Palace of Winds’ a five storied semi-octagonal building having 152 windows was built in 1799 AD by Maharaja Pratap Singh for the royal ladies to enjoy the processions and other royal activities on the street.

Other Activities –

  • Visit to Chokhi Dhani Village (an ethnic village)
  • Shopping – Jewellery, Textiles, Handloon & Handicrafts
  • Other attractions – Birla Temple, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Albert Hall

Overnight at Jaipur (Breakfast)

» Day 08 : Jaipur – Delhi (260 kms drive) Delhi – Departure

Check-out from the hotel and transfer to Delhi international airport to board the flight to onward journey.

Tour concludes with many unforgettable memories

TOUR COSTING

(Per person cost in Malaysian Ringgits)

Minimum No. of Pax Premier Package Deluxe Package Standard Package
02 Pax 2790 2270 1750
04 Pax 2435 1910 1390
06 Pax 2395 1875 1355
08 Pax 2275 1755 1235
Single Room Supplement 1700 1175 660

INCLUSIONS –

  • 7 night’s accommodation on double/ twin sharing basis in the given choice of hotels
  • Daily buffet breakfast in the hotel. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Srinagar
  • Private transportation by using air-conditioned chauffeur driven vehicle. Non Air-conditioned vehicle in Kashmir
  • Government approved English speaking local tour guides for sightseeing tours in each city
  • Traditional welcome on arrival at airport with Garlanding
  • All requisite airport transfers with personal assistance
  • Gandola ride at Gulmarg
  • Elephant ride to ascend the Amber fort in Jaipur
  • Accompanying tour escort throughout the tour (above 6 pax group)

EXCLUSIONS –

  • Monument entrance fee (approximate RM 120 per person for entire tour) and video camera charges
  • Visa, International & Domestic flight ticket or Airport taxes
  • Medical or Travel Insurance
  • Any other personal nature of expenses i.e. phone calls, laundry, mini bar, tipping, meals, soft & hard drinks etc
  • Anything other than specified under the head “Inclusions”.

HOTELS –

Destination Premier Package Deluxe Package Standard Package
Delhi Crowne Plaza Premier Inn Surya International
Shimla Clarkes Shimla Combermere Hotel Singaar Hotel
Agra Hilton Hotel Four Points By Sheraton Karan Vilas
Jaipur Country Inn & Suites Peppermint Hotel Nahargarh Haveli

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