1. From Delhi: 2-Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Jaipur
On day 1, travel from New Delhi to Agra by car and enjoy some sightseeing during the day. Begin the trip with a pick-up from the airport, railway station, or your hotel in Delhi. Take a 3-hour drive on the expressway to reach Agra, the city of the Taj Mahal. Upon arrival to Agra, meet the tour guide and proceed to the magnificent monument, the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna River. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. After exploring the Agra Fort, yet another Unesco World Heritage Site. Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal dynasty until 1638 when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. After visiting Agra Fort, you will be driven to Jaipur. On arrival, check into your hotel and stay overnight in Jaipur. On day 2, enjoy sightseeing in Jaipur. Depart in the morning after breakfast, and meet your local guide to visit the Amber Fort. The Amber Fort was the capital of this state a long time ago. En route, enjoy a photo stop at Hawa Mahal - the Palace of the Winds. Later, visit Jantar Mantar, City Palace Museum, and the apartment housing museums with an array of textiles, costumes, arms, weapons, and paintings. In the end, you will be transferred back to your hotel in New Delhi or another location in the city.