5 Nights / 6 Days Golden Triangle tour with Jama Masjid
Day 1: To be met on arrival at Delhi airport and transferred to the hotel.
Day 2: After breakfast, to be picked up from the hotel and transferred by private car to Agra. Check-in at the hotel in Agra. Later in the day, to be picked up from the hotel by private car and taken to the Jama Masjid. The Jama Mosque is a 17th-century congregational mosque located in the historic core of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. It was built by Jahanara Begum, the eldest daughter of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, during the latter’s reign. It is the principal mosque in the city of Agra. Entry is free and the daily timings are from 07:00 am to 12:00 pm and 01:30 pm to 06:30 pm.
Later, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3: After breakfast, pick up by private car and taken to the Wildlife SOS Agra Bear Rescue Facility. It is home to around 100 sloth bears that were rescued from the brutal practice of bear dancing. The Kalandar gypsies that depended on exploiting these bears were established in alternative livelihoods by Wildlife SOS to ensure the safety of the bears and a legal way of life for the community. This center is run entirely from donations raised by Wildlife SOS. The Forest Department charges an admission of Rs 500 for Foreign Nationals and Rs 50 for Indians. Duration of visit will be 1 – 2 hours.
Suggested place for lunch: The Taj Terrace.
Post lunch, be taken to the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the right bank of the river Yamuna in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was commissioned in 1631 by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan (r. 1628–1658) to house the tomb of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal and is one of the Wonders of The World. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4: After breakfast, check out of the hotel and be transferred by private car to Fatehpur Sikri. Visit the Salim Chishti Dargah and Jama Masjid there. Later, continue the drive to Jaipur. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 5: After breakfast, visit some historical sites which blend Rajput and Mughal styles. The City Palace, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh, Hawa Mahal and Nahargarh Fort showcase a fusion of both the styles. Jaipur offers various shopping destinations with muslim-relevant items, including textiles, leather goods and traditional clothing. Bapu Bazaar, Johari Bazaar and Tripolia Bazaar are known for their handmade suits, cotton wear and traditional Rajasthani accessories. Qayyum Book and Attar depot may also be visited if time permits.
In the evening, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 6: After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer by private car to Delhi (distance is 307.6 kms and the journey time is 4 hrs 54 mins.). Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Later in the day, pick up from the hotel to visit Jama Masjid in Old Delhi. Jama Masjid holds not only architectural but also religious and historical significance. Within its hallowed walls are sacred relics that connect it to Islam’s deep history and spirituality – such as Prophet Muhammad’s hair or Quran written on deer skin! Their presence adds an air of reverence and spirituality that makes visiting an important mosque even more rewarding.
Later in the day, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
