Golden Triangle (8 days / 7 nights)
Itinerary: Delhi-Samode-Jaipur-Fathepur Sikri-Agra
Day 1 France / Delhi
Flight from France to Delhi. Typical welcome with a flower necklace and, depending on your arrival time, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at your hotel.
Day 2 Delhi
After breakfast, you will set off to explore Old and New Delhi. You will visit the most important and significant places in the Indian capital. During the day, you will admire the Gate of India, a monument to the soldiers who gave their lives in the First World War. You can also visit Humayun's Tomb, a magnificent example of Mughal architecture. You will then discover Jama Masjid, a 17th-century mosque. It is the largest in the country and can hold up to 25,000 people. Lunch during the visit. The Raj Ghat, home to the memorial to Gandhi, the father of the nation. You will be able to contemplate the Qutub Minar, also known as the Victory Tower, which remains the tallest tower in India and the third tallest in the world. Finally, you'll head to the Connaught district, which is characterised by its lively, modern feel. Here you can see the Presidential Palace, Parliament and the country's other institutions. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 Delhi / Samode / Jaipur
After breakfast departure for Jaipur. On the way stop at the Samode Bagh / Palace. This splendid palace is full of architectural marvels reflecting the skill of the craftsmen of the time. Lunch at Samode. Continue on to Jaipur, the capital of the state of Rajasthan and known as the Pink City. Arrive and check into your hotel. In the afternoon, you will discover the city's incredible bazaars, allowing you to explore part of the city. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 Jaipur / Amber / Jaipur
After breakfast, you will set off to discover the impressive Ambar fortress outside the town. At the foot of the hill, you will begin a slow but leisurely elephant ride up to the main gate. You will then visit this magnificent site, built in the 12th century. Return to the city for lunch. In the afternoon, you will visit the key monuments of the Pink City. You will discover the City Palace, still the Maharaja's residence, which is why certain areas are not open to the public. However, you will visit the most interesting ones. You will also visit its museum, which exhibits many antiques that belonged to the ruling family. Then you will discover Hawa Mahal, better known as the Palace of the Winds, which is the most famous in Jaipur. Finally, you will discover Jantar Mantar, Jaipur's great astronomical observatory. You will be impressed by the size of its astronomical instruments. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 Jaipur / Fatehpur Sikri / Agra
After breakfast, departure for Agra. On the way, visit to Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri is a ghost town. Built of red stone by the emperor Akbar, it was the capital of his empire in the 16th century. You will also visit the great gate of Bulund Darwaza. At 54m high, it is the tallest gate in the world. It has inspired many other monuments. Lunch in the restaurant. You will then continue your journey to Agra. Arrive in Agra and check into your hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 Agra
After breakfast and very early in the morning, visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. The Taj Mahal is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. This white marble memorial was built by Cha Jahan for his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years to build. There is much to be said about the Taj Mahal, not least its perfectly symmetrical architecture. After lunch you will visit the Red Fort. This is the largest in the whole of India. It was built in 1573 and took 8 years to complete. The rest of the day is free to explore the city of Agra and its typical bustling markets. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 Agra / Delhi / France
After breakfast, departure for Delhi. Lunch en route. Arrive in Delhi and, depending on your flight time, transfer to the international airport to catch your flight to France. End of our services. Arrival in France.
Day 8 France
