India – Golden Triangle – 8 Days

Arrival in Delhi, meet our representatives, and departure by road to the legendary Agra, famous not only for the Taj Mahal but also for its textiles and gold embroidery. On the way, we will visit the impressive Akshardham Hindu temple with beautiful gardens. Arrival in Agra and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, our tour begins with a visit to the stunning and frequently photographed Taj Mahal. This unmatched beauty made of white marble is a UNESCO World Heritage monument and was built in the mid-17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, as a symbol of his everlasting love. In the afternoon, we will visit the imposing Agra Fort, built on the banks of the Yamuna River with 20-meter-high walls, featuring palaces and gardens, including the magnificent Pearl Mosque. Next, we will visit a marble factory. Dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast. Leaving Agra behind, we will continue to Jaipur, the "Pink City," capital of Rajasthan. En route, we will visit the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. This enchanting desert jewel, with its stunning palaces, was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 but abandoned after 15 years due to water shortages. Arrival in Jaipur and check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, we will begin the day with a visit to one of the most impressive monuments in the region, the famous Amber Fort, located atop a mountain range and once home to the famous Rajput warriors. An elephant will carry you to the fort at the top. Afterward, we will explore Jaipur, where we will see the Palace at the city center, the outdoor observatory with a 90-meter-high solar clock (Jantar Mantar), and the famous "Hawa Mahal" (Palace of Winds), built with pink sandstone. Later, we will visit a carpet and tea factory and the famous "Babu" market for shopping. In the evening, we will witness the captivating "Aarti" ceremony, where hundreds of small lamps and candles are offered to one or more deities, accompanied by religious hymns. Dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast and departure for the bustling capital of India, Delhi. The streets are always in motion, with millions of vehicles, taxis, bicycles, motorcycles, overloaded trucks, "sacred" cows, and impressive landmarks of art and beauty. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon, we will visit Qutub Minar, a complex of monuments with India's tallest tower, and the stunning Lotus Temple with its lush gardens. Dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, we will have the opportunity to explore Old Delhi. Among other sights, we will visit the Red Fort, one of India's most significant monuments, measuring 2 kilometers in length, built between 1638 and 1648, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in the country, and Raj Ghat, the site where Mahatma Gandhi's and Jawaharlal Nehru's bodies were cremated. We will continue our tour of New Delhi, designed by American architect Lutyens and reflecting the grandeur of the former British Empire. We will see, among other sites, the India Gate, dedicated to Indian soldiers who died in World War I, the Parliament building, and the Presidential Residence. If time permits, we will visit the Chandni Chowk market. Dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast (Breakfast box). Departure and transfer to the airport for the return flight to Larnaca, amazed by the mystical India, the land of contrasts, scents, saris, and Maharajas.