Adventurous and Classical India: South with Golden Triangle
Suitable for:
Spiritual, Cultural, Artistic & Gastronomic Interests
Friends & Family Travel
Solo Female Travel
Corporate Travel
Journey Overview
Adventure yourself on an exotic sojourn across some of the best heritage sites in South India, its tropical atmosphere and exotism. Immerse as well into the classical renowned Golden Triangle journey in same experience time.
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Mumbai
Mumbai (also known as Bombay) is the most populous place in India, and one of the largest, most vibrant cities in the world. Experience a dynamic, modern city with cosmopolitan lifestyle, a home to breathtaking historical landmarks, famous places, rich culture, and much more.
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Hampi
A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Situated in the shadowed depth of hills and valleys in the state of Karnataka, this place is a historical delight for travellers. Surrounded by 500 ancient monuments, beautiful temples, bustling street markets, bastions, treasury building and captivating remains of Vijayanagar Empire. Discover an open museum with 100+ locations to explore and understand Indian History.
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Ajanta & Ellora
Natural wonders declared by UNESCO World Heritage, considered as one of the finest examples of ancient rock-cut caves built between 2nd BC and 6th AD Centuries. Adorned with beautiful sculptures, paintings and frescoes these natural monuments are an amalgamation of Buddhist, Jain and Hindu cultures.

Buddhist monasteries as well as Hindu and Jain temples are comprised in the complex.
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Jaipur
Capital of Rajasthan.  Historical and royal Pink City where at the city’s heart, the Palace continues to house the former Royal Family. A flamboyant state where past and present merge in a unique way.
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Agra
The place where the legacy of the Mughal empire has left a   Wonder of the World born from a love story: The Taj Mahal. Fascinating tombs and mausoleums, forts and bustling chowks (marketplaces), await you.
Delhi
Strident, modern and multicolour city. Old Delhi is where all shades of humanity could be seen and felt.
Journey Highlights
Mumbai
Elephanta Caves
Gateway of India
Dharavi the Slum
Dhobi Ghat
Colaba Market
Hampi
Mahanavami Dibba
Lotus Palace
Virupaksha Temple
Ajanta & Ellora
Ajanta Caves
Ellora Caves
Jaipur
City Palace
Amber Fort
Hawa Mahal
Jantar Mantar Observatory
Jaigarh Fort
Albert Hall Museum
Birla Temple
Morning Aarti at Govind Dev ji Temple
Nahargarh Fort
Gaitor Royal Cenotaphs
Agra
Taj Mahal
Agra Fort
Tomb of Itimad-ud-daulah
Delhi
Qutub Minar 
Humayun’s Tomb 
India Gate and Rajpath 
Red Fort 
Akshardham Temple
India Gate
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Gandhi Memorial
Jama Mosque
Journey Day By Day
Day 1 - 3 MUMBAI
Feel the energy of this impressive city and live the Elephanta Caves. Experience as well Dharavi, the area where Bollywood movie and Oscar Winner, “Slumdog Millionaire” has been shot.

Next Stop: Hampi
Mumbai to Hampi: 1h 45min (Flight)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Fort Residency
Semi Luxury: Suba Palace
Luxury: Taj Mahal Tower
Day 3 - 6 HAMPI
A carnival of carvings, an unearthly landscape with ruins that captivates the eye and spirit of every visitor, like the Zenana Enclosure; kilometers of terrain with jade-green palm groves, banana plantations and paddy fields.

See and enjoy Hindu Temples: Vittala, Virupashka and Achyutaraya. And have a pleasant walk in Sule Bazaar.

Next stop: Aurangabad 
Distance from Hampi to Aurangabad: 1h 45min (Flight)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Kishkinda Heritage Resort
Semi Luxury: Hotel Malligi
Luxury: Hampi’s Boulders Resort
Day 6 – 9 AJANTA & ELLORA CAVES
Explore the Ajanta and Ellora Caves declared by UNESCO a World Heritage. Visit and explore Bibi-Ka-Maqbara (The Lady’s Tomb), the burial mausoleum of Aurangzeb´s wife Rabia, known as The Taj of the Deccan, a true symbol of remembrance.

Taste the cuisine dishes influenced by The Mughal Empire such as Pulao and Biriyani.

Next stop: Jaipur
Distance from Aurangabad to Jaipur: 5h 30min (FLIGHT)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Green Olive
Semi Luxury: Green Olive
Luxury: Vivanta By Taj
Day 9 – 11 JAIPUR
Rajasthan Pink City and capital surrounded by monuments, palaces and magic. 
Live the City Palace, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), Jantar Mantar (Astronomical Observatory built in 17th Century).

In the evening you could have a walk in Old Walled City and through the area of local market. Experience the mind blowing Amber Fort and its countless stories and the beautiful Birla Temple. 
 Later on, immerse yourself in the markets known as Johri Bazar and Choti Chopper. Jaipur is famous for its unique Jewellery market.

Next stop: Agra
Distance from Jaipur to Agra: 4h (240km)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Khandela Haveli
Semi Luxury: Shahpura House
Luxury: Samod Haveli
Day 11 - 13 AGRA
Arriving to Agra means to experience the utmost romantic history of all times in front of your eyes. Visit the sunset Taj Mahal view from the backside of River Yamuna. If time permits, you could visit the Red Fort on same day. If not possible the day after.

Taj Mahal could be visited during sunrise, sunset or both. Being a Wonder of the World must be seen at different times, if possible. Friday is closed.  Plan your sightseeing schedule according to it. Other places you could enjoy are: Fathepur Sikri, Akbar´s Tomb, Jama Masjid and Itimad – ud – Daula’s Tomb.

Next stop: Delhi
Distance from Agra to Delhi: 4h (230 km)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Parador
Semi Luxury: Radisson
Luxury: Mughal Sheraton
Day 13 – 14 DELHI
You have the option to prepare for the next day departure and stay relaxed at your hotel. Or visit Delhi if you are very active and would like to explore some markets in the city:  Chandni Chowk Market, The Kinari Bazaar (Wedding Market), Textile Market (Wholesale Market), The Book Market, the very interesting Spice Market (Grind and Whole Spices).

If your preferences are around art and architecture you could visit: Fateh Puri Mosque, Sis Ganj Guradwara, Jain Temple and The Shiva Temple as well. Depending on your peace and comfort.
Day 15 DEPARTURE
Relaxed and ready for travelling back home, your driver will take you to the airport as per your flight schedule.
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Grand Godwin
Semi Luxury: Vivanta By Taj
Luxury: Taj Palace
Adventurous and Classical India: South with Golden Triangle
15 Days & 14 Nights
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Travel Tips
Included in Adventurous and Classical India: South with Golden Triangle
-Selected 14 night accommodation based on single/double occupancy in mentioned hotels
-Full breakfast daily
-Air Conditional Comfortable Vehicle with WI-FI for your connectivity
-Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
-English-Speaking Local Driver and Private Guide
-Driver expenses, fuel, insurance and all taxes covered
-Cooking class in Jaipur with dinner
-Entrance Fees and Taxes
-Flight Ticket from Mumbai to Hampi
-Flight from Hampi to Aurangabad
-Flight from Aurangabad to Jaipur
- Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi City Market
-Bottle of water while in the car
Excluded Services in this Journey:
 -International or Domestic flights
-Gratuities/tips for bellboys and housekeeping staff. This is left to your discretion.
-Indian visa (most people will require an Indian visa - Please note we don’t provide advice on visas and it is your responsibility to obtain the correct information/visa)
-Meals not specified in your journey
- Beverages, unless specified.
-Tips/gratuities for meals not specified in your journey
- Travel insurance. Please be aware that comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory 
-Laundry and telephone bills.
-Entrances to monuments
-Movie/video camera fee at monuments 
-Medical  Insurance
-Baggage Insurance
-Airport Departure Taxes 
-Any other service that has not been specified
-Your Game Safaris at any National Park, unless specified in your journey
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