Golden Triangle

DAY 1: NEW DELHI
Arrival in New Delhi. Reception by the local representative and transfer to the hotel for accommodation for 2 nights, with breakfast. Upon arrival, guests receive a non-alcoholic beverage and a silk scarf as a welcome gift.

Delhi, or New Delhi, is the capital of India and an important gateway to the country. It is a metropolis that combines the old and the modern.


DAY 2: NEW DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel and private full-day tour, with guide in Spanish. Visit fascinating Old Delhi for a cultural immersion in this beautiful historic city. Rickshaw ride, passing through the narrow streets discovering the fusion of current traditions and the heritage that were built there. Trip to the Gandhi Smriti museum (closed on Mondays), dedicated to the Indian activist Mahatma Gandhi, and to the main temple of Sikhism in Delhi: Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, which was originally a palace and has a peculiar golden dome. During the temple visit, opportunity to participate in food preparation in the community kitchen run by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee.

Visit to the Humayun Tomb, which is part of a complex of buildings considered by UNESCO as one of India's World Heritage Sites, one of the first examples of Mughal architectural art.

Shopping stop at Khan Market, with a variety of stores. Free time at one of the restaurants or coffee shops.

Return to the hotel via Rajpath Avenue, where the India Gate monument, the Parliament and the embassy area are located.

Optional activity suggestion (not included):

• Morning yoga session to learn healing and strengthening techniques through the revitalization of body and soul energies.

DAY 3: NEW DELHI - AGRA
After breakfast and check-out at the hotel, ground transfer to Agra, taking 3 to 4 hours.

Arrival in Agra and check-in at the hotel for accommodation for 1 night, with breakfast.

Agra was the capital of India during the Mughal Empire in the 16th and 17th centuries. During this period, the city became one of the main centers of art, science, commerce, and culture.

In the afternoon, visit the famous Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays), one of the seven wonders of the world, located in a protected area. The monument was built by Emperor Shah Jehan in memory of his beloved queen. Its construction began in 1631 and is believed to have taken 22 years to complete, employing the labor of more than 20,000 artisans. During the visit, stop for a photo in front of the Taj Mahal, wearing Indian costumes.


DAY 4: AGRA - ABHANERI - JAIPUR
Breakfast and check-out at the hotel. Visit to Agra Fort, a World Heritage Site, considered the most important fort in India, strategically located along a curve in the Yamuna River and the place where the emperors Babur, Humayun, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb lived.

Then, land transfer to Jaipur, on a journey of approximately 5 hours.

On the way, stop in Abhaneri, to discover its hidden wells amidst its corridors and staircases.

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan province, is renowned for its handicrafts, jewelry, hand-painted fabrics, and stone carvings. It's one of the best examples of a planned city in North India.

Accommodation for 3 nights, with breakfast.

In the evening, participation in an Aarti ceremony (Hindu ritual of lights) at a local Hindu temple.


DAY 5: JAIPUR
After breakfast, half-day tour with a guide in Spanish to Amber Fort, which is about 11 km from Jaipur. High above the city, the palace is inside a huge complex filled with halls, gardens, pavilions, and temples. The ascent to the fort will be done by jeep. During the tour, a blessing ceremony will be held at the Amber Fort Temple performed by a Hindu priest.

In the afternoon, visit the Raj Mandir cinema for a Bollywood film session (subject to availability and confirmation).

Optional activity suggestion (not included):

• Visit the Galta Ji Hindu temple.

DAY 6: JAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a walk to the City Palace, which is currently a public museum and there is a strong mix of traditional Rajastani and Mughal culture. The museum has a collection of royal clothing, carpets, an arsenal of weapons, miniature paintings depicting court scenes, battle scenes, and processions. Another point that will be visited is Jantar Mantar, an observatory built in 1726.

Then, an opportunity to participate in a block printing experience.

Visit the Albert Hall Museum, the Patrika Gate, the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, and the Jal Mahal, a palace in the middle of Lake Man Sagar.

End of the afternoon free for shopping at Jaipur's famous market, Bada Bazar & Johari Bazar.

Suggested optional activities (not included):

• Jaipur rickshaw tour.
• Visit the Rajput family home, to learn about the rich culture and traditions that are prevalent throughout Rajasthan.

DAY 7: JAIPUR - NEW DELHI
Breakfast and transfer to Delhi airport on a trip of about 6 hours.