Golden Triangle with Shimla

Overview

Explore the British, Mughal, and Rajput heritage with our Golden Triangle with Shimla tour package. This 10-day journey will take you through the historical lanes of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, along with a detour to Shimla. You will visit the top attractions of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. However, the ‘Queen of Hills’ highlights this tour. With this tour, you will explore the natural beauty of lush valleys and attractions like The Mall Road, the Ridge, Jakhu Temple, and Summer Hill.

For a smooth experience, book the Golden Triangle tour with Shimla by Indian Holiday. The package offers comfortable accommodations, meals, assisted transfers, and sightseeing tours to ensure a hassle-free trip. To make your trip even more convenient, we also provide the facility of customization.

Note: Below is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what is possible. Contact us by filling out the enquiry form to get complete details on the Golden Triangle with Shimla.

Trip Highlights

  • Sightseeing tour of Delhi
  • Guided trip to Taj Mahal and Red Fort in Agra
  • A visit to Fatehpur Sikri
  • Elephant ride to Amber Fort
  • A toy train ride to Shimla
  • Shimla sightseeing tour
  • Evening shopping tour at The Mall & The Ridge

10 Days Golden Triangle with Shimla Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival in Delhi

Upon your arrival at the Delhi International Airport, meet our tour representative, who'll assist you in the smooth transfer to the hotel. Then, stay overnight in the hotel.

Day 02 Delhi Sightseeing Tour

Today, embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Delhi. The places you will visit here include India Gate, Jama Masjid, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Parliament House, Gandhi Memorial, Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, and Qutub Minar Complex. These mini excursions are overseen by expert guides who regale you with interesting anecdotes and folklore. Then, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 03 Delhi - Agra

PIn the morning, on the 3rd Day, leave Delhi to Agra by road. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. Once you have rested for a while, go on a sightseeing tour of Agra. The first attraction you will visit is the white marble monument Taj Mahal – considered the eternal symbol of love by many. This is followed by a mini-tour of the Agra Fort (the seat and stronghold of the Mughal emperors). As the night approaches, you are escorted back to your hotel, where you stay for the night.

Day 04 Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur

In the morning, leave by road for Jaipur. On the way, visit the deserted Mughal town 'Of Fatehpur Sikri.' Here you will visit Jama Masjid, Birbal Bhawan, Jodha Bai Palace, Buland Darwaza and Panch Mahal. Finally, arrive in Jaipur, then check into the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 05 Jaipur

In the morning, hit the road to Amber Fort. Later, enjoy an elephant joy ride to the entrance point of the Amber Fort. The afternoon is booked with the sightseeing tour of Jaipur city. Start by visiting the City Palace (a palatial structure segregated into gardens, buildings, and courtyards and reflects a seamless fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture), Jantar Mantar and the local bazaars, etc. Then, stay overnight in the hotel.

Day 06 Jaipur - Delhi

In the morning, leave by road for Delhi. Upon arrival, check into the hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day can be spent at leisure. We suggest you try some local Delhi street food or check out the art scene in the city.

Day 07 Delhi to Shimla by Train

Today, in the morning, drive to the railway station to board the train to Kalka. At Kalka, you board the famous Toy Train that passes through a staggering 102 tunnels, meandering through the lofty Himalayas. The train, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, chugs along at sleepwalking speeds and takes 5 hours to reach Shimla finally. On reaching Shimla, check-in at the hotel in Shimla. Stay overnight in the hotel.

Day 08 Shimla Sightseeing

Today, set out of your hotel to explore the natural and architectural beauty of Shimla. You will visit Botanical Gardens, The Shimla Mall Road, The Ridge, Jakhu Temple, Himachal State Museum, and Summer Hill. By evening, you may return to your hotel to stay overnight.

Day 09 Shimla to Delhi by Road

Today, drive to the Kalka railway station to board the train to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, check-in for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10 Delhi Departure

Today, This marks the end of service of the Golden Triangle with Shimla Tour. You will be transferred to the international airport/ railway station to board a flight back home.