Private Golden Triangle Tour with Diwali Festival

Welcome to India. Upon arrival at Delhi, our tour representative welcomes you at the airport and transfers you to the hotel. After check-in and refreshment, start introducing yourself to the capital of India through a sightseeing drive via India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Parliament House. If time permits, proceed to Gurudwara Bangla Sahib to see its peaceful atmosphere. In the evening, you can walk around Connaught Place or have dinner at a native restaurant famous for true North Indian cuisine. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Breakfast followed by a full day of sightseeing in Delhi. Start with Red Fort, the 17th-century Mughal fort with majestic halls and lush gardens. Visit Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, then enjoy a spine-chilling rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, where you can relish Delhi's popular street food and witness traditional shops glowing with lights for Diwali shopping. In the evening, visit Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. In New Delhi, explore Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, and Lotus Temple. Back to the hotel for rest. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Breakfast followed by drive to Agra (around 4 hrs). Check-in at your hotel upon arrival. Begin your sightseeing with the imposing Agra Fort, a red sandstone wonder that was the royal palace of the Mughal emperors. In the afternoon, visit Mehtab Bagh to get a sunset view of the Taj Mahal from the riverside, which is peaceful and romantic in its setting. Walk through local marble inlay and handicraft bazaars. Savor a heritage Mughlai meal at a roof restaurant with a vista of the Taj Mahal. Overnight in Agra.

Early morning visit to the Taj Mahal at evening/sunrise when this white marble marvel glows in the first light. Return for breakfast and then proceed towards Jaipur (around 5 hrs), breaking journey en route to visit the UNESCO-historic Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone abandoned capital of Emperor Akbar. Proceed to Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. On arrival, check into your hotel. Go for an evening stroll through the local bazaars of Jaipur to experience the pre-Diwali rush with lanterns, diyas, ethnic clothing, and sweets along the streets. Overnight in Jaipur.

Following breakfast, start your royal discovery of Jaipur. Go to the hilltop Amber Fort, and take an elephant or jeep ride to the top. Inside, marvel at Sheesh Mahal and decorative royal rooms. Then, proceed to the City Palace, which continues to be the royal family's home. See Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO observatory with ancient astronomical instruments, and photograph the iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). In the evening, participate in a Diwali Celebration with a local family or heritage hotel. See traditional ceremonies such as Lakshmi Puja, make rangoli, light diyas, burst green crackers, and enjoy festive sweets and snacks. This experience provides you with a private glimpse into the center of Indian culture and the essence of Diwali. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

After breakfast, proceed to check out of your hotel and embark on the return trip to Delhi (approx. 5–6 hrs). Depending upon your flight schedule, you might take lunch en route or shop at Delhi Haat prior to reaching the airport for your further journey. Your Golden Triangle Tour with Diwali celebration concludes amidst happy memories of India's rich culture and colorful traditions.