Goa with Golden Triangle Tour

Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi. You will be met on arrival and after traditional welcome transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast you will proceed to city tour of Old and New Delhi. This city containing both the spacious, planned New Delhi of late colonial Britain and Old Delhi its bustling and crowded medieval counterpart. Start your tour with a visit to Old Delhi. Built in the first half of the 17th Century by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan , this old city is still a dense network of overcrowded homes, markets and numerous narrow lanes leading towards enormous Red Fort. Take a guided walk through the old city starting from Chawri Bazaar and ending in Chandni Chowk, a bustling thoroughfare of shops (most are closed on Sundays), craftsmen's workshops, mosques and temples.

On the way visit Jama Masjid the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Shah Jehan and completed in 1656. One must be careful of personal possessions when walking through these busy streets. From Chandni Chowk continue to the Red Fort (closed on a Monday) with its imposing appearance and towering entrance. Also visit Rajghat, the cremation place of Mahatma Gandhi and the Qutub Minar complex housing an impressive 13th Century 72m victory tower. In the afternoon drive south to New Delhi designed by British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens in a combination of western and eastern styles. Proceed up to Rashtrapati Bhavan once the Viceroy's abode but now the official residence of the President of India and then across to the eastern end of the Rajpath to the impressive India Gate. This war memorial, designed by Lutyens, commemorates the Indian soldiers who died in the First World War, on the Northwest Frontier and in the Afghan War of 1919 and, most recently, in the Indo-Pakistan war of 1971.

Day 3: Delhi - Agra (203kms / 4-5 hrs drive)
After breakfast drive by your private car with driver to Agra. On your approach into Agra stop at Sikandra the site chosen by the Mughul Emperor Akbar for his tomb. Akbar died during the construction but his son, Jahangir, completed it in 1613 after considerably altering the original designs. The result is a hugely impressive and imposing 22m high tomb structure four stories high set amongst an enclosed garden. Below ground level is the Tomb of Akbar.

Afterwards continue to the Taj Mahal (closed Friday), a UNESCO world heritage site and the greatest monument of love, built by Shah Jahan as a memorial to his wife Mumtaz .. The craftsmanship is outstanding with semi-precious stones inlaid into the marble in beautiful patterns, a process known as pietra dura, whilst the white marble reflects every change in light allowing the Taj to appear to change its hue according to the light and time of day. Later visit Red fort, built in red sandstone, another marvelous example of extra-ordinary mughal architecture.

Day 4: Agra - Jaipur (232kms / 5 hrs drive)
This morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. On the way to Jaipur stop at Fatehpur Sikri the one time red sandstone capital of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Built during the second half of the 16th Century in honour of a local holy man who had helped, and then prophesised, to Akbar that he would have the three sons and heirs that he so desperately desired, Fatehpur Sikri grew into a city that is still today a reminder of his power, lifestyle and vision. Unfortunately this city was abandoned in early 1600s. Arguments range from political and strategic motives, to lack of a consistent water supply and even the untimely death of a court singer! Afterwards continue your drive to Jaipur. Checkin at hotel for overnight stay.

Day 5: Jaipur
Today morning drive through the rugged hills that surround Jaipur city to visit Amber Fort a beautiful fort palace with coloured stone inlays, intricately painted murals, palaces, temples and cooling courtyard watercourses. In the afternoon take a guided walking tour through the old city to explore the colourful markets and bazaars before continuing onto the City Palace complex that occupies the centre of Jaipur. Painted pink as a mark of welcome, the City Palace was completed in 1732 and houses the intriguing Armoury Museum and the beautiful Peacock Gate. Nearby is the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds, which forms part of the east wall of the City Palace complex. Built at the turn of the 19th Century this five storied structure with its elaborate façade was built for the ladies of the harem and is best seen from the street outside. Further along is the Jantar Mantar the largest stone observatory in world.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 6: Jaipur - Mumbai - Goa (by flight)
Morning pickup from hotel and transfer to airport to connect flight for Goa . You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Stay at the Hotel for next four nights.

Goa , One of the youngest states of the Indian Union, Goa attained statehood after 451 years of colonial rule and 26 years as Union territory. Its history dates back to the 3rd century when it belonged to the Mauryas, followed by the rule of the Satvahanas, Chalukyas and then the Shilharas and Kadambas. In 1312, Goa fell into the hands of the Muslims when Harihara of the Vijayanagar Empire evacuated the coastal area. The Muslim rule ended when the Portuguese took over in 1510. During the Napoleonic wars, Britishers had a brief occupation of Goa otherwise the Portuguese were masters of Goa till 1961 when they were finally driven out.

Day 7: Goa
Today we explore the guided tour of North and South Goa. The forts and churches of North Goa reminds one of its Portugese connection. In South Goa we visit the enchanting Benaulim and Colva Beaches. In the evening, we have for you a Fishing village theme tour. Fishing villages are an important part of Goa's rich and interesting cultural heritage. A demo local Goan fishing village is created on the grounds of the hotel thereby forming a perfect backdrop a charming rustic performance. Enjoy the sight of the village dancers shaking their legs to the local tunes performed by the live band.. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 8 & 9: Goa
Full day enjoy your stay at beach resort.

Day 10: Goa - Mumbai (by flight)
Breakfast at the hotel and later transfer to airport to connect your flight for Mumbai. On arrival you will be picked up and taken for city tour.
Mumbai was originally a small group of islands that were presented to King Charles II in 1661 as part of the gift when he married Princess Catherine de Braganza of Portugal. In the late 19th century, the British dismantled the old fort walls of the city and began to reclaim the sea and build the foundation of today's modern city.

Start your tour of the city by car with a local guide. Start with a visit to the Gateway of India built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Drive through the historic Fort area of the city which is noted for its impressive Gothic and Victoria architecture most notably the Rajabai Clock Tower, University of Mumbai, Flora Fountain, Mumbai High Court, Crawford Market and Victoria Terminus. Continue along Marine Drive and make your way up Malabar Hill which offers some spectacular views over the city.

On the road is a Jain temple dedicated to Adinath and on top of the hill is the Hanging Gardens and the Towers of Silence which are closed to non-Zoroastrians. Finally proceed to Mani Bhavan, now a small museum, where Mahatma Gandhi lived on his visits to Mumbai between 1917 and 1934 and to Dhobi Ghat a unique feature of Mumbai where traditional laundryman collect, wash and return the city's linen. Later freshen up at the hotel near airport before your midnight flight back home.

Day 11: Mumbai Depart

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