Golden Triangle Tour Package with Amritsar

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, our representative will warmly greet you. Kindly look for the placard with your name. You will then be escorted to your hotel. Check-in and relax. Day 1 is intentionally left unscheduled, allowing time to rest after a long journey. But, if your flight lands early and you have few hours, a short walk to Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is a good option. It will give a possible brief introduction to the tradition of Sikhism that you will later see on Day 6 and 7 in Amritsar.

Overnight in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi City Tour

Have your breakfast. Today your tour will be divided into 2 different experiences—Old Delhi (Jama Masjid, markets of Chandni Chowk) and New Delhi (India Gate, Qutub Minar, Rashtrapati Bhavan).

We will start from Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the country. Its courtyard can alone hold up to 25,000 worshipers, and over six million tons of red sandstone and marble were used in its construction.

We will then proceed to discover the narrow but beautiful lanes of Chandni Chowk. Continue towards Khari Baoli, Asia’s largest wholesale spice market. Saffron and small-batch spice blends are recommended to buy from here.

For lunch or a quick bite in the area, we suggest Karim's, a Mughlai restaurant operating since 1913 near Jama Masjid, or Paranthe Wali Gali, a lane of longstanding shops specializing in stuffed parathas.

Late afternoon is reserved for New Delhi. We will drive past India Gate, President's House, Parliament House, and other Government Secretariat Buildings and then head to Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site also famous for being the largest brick minaret in the world (72.5 meters in height). Note – You can’t go inside Qutub Minar. The doors of the tower were closed to the general public after 1981, when 45 people lost their lives in a stampede.

For guests interested in trying more local food, we can recommend restaurant options. Try Indian curries (butter chicken).

Overnight stay in Delhi. 

Day 3: Delhi to Agra, then Agra Sightseeing

After breakfast, we will start our journey towards the city of the Taj Mahal, Agra, via the Yamuna Expressway (approx. 230 kms from Delhi). The journey will take around 3.5 to 4 hours depending upon the traffic condition in Delhi.

Upon arrival in Agra, check in at your hotel. Freshen up and have lunch before moving ahead as per the itinerary. Post lunch, we will visit Agra Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage site), situated alongside the Yamuna River, and it is also famous as "Lal-Qila" or "Qila-i-Akbari". The places even offer the stunning view of the Taj Mahal.

Next is the “Baby Taj" – known as the Tomb of I’timad-ud-Daulah, a stunning mausoleum in Agra. It was the first major Mughal architecture to be built entirely out of white marble.

Late afternoon is reserved for Mehtab Bagh, located just next to the Taj Mahal—a perfect spot to enjoy the breathtaking view of the Taj Mahal without the usual crowd. And at sunset, the experience is simply magical.

Evening, you can even indulge in shopping – Agra is famous for marble inlay handicrafts, leather goods, Zardozi textiles, and a sweet named Petha.

Overnight stay in Agra.

Day 4: Taj Mahal Sunrise, then Drive to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri

Set your alarm—the Taj Mahal opens thirty minutes before sunrise. And we strongly recommended the Taj Mahal tour at that time (roughly 6 AM to 8 AM). The temperature is cool. The crowd is smaller; you can actually stand at the main gate for that perfect shot, and nobody will be going to photobomb that shot.

Note—The Taj Mahal is closed to general visitors on Fridays. In such cases, we usually juggle the itinerary and cover Jaipur first.

What to bring: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, maybe a light layer in the morning (for your comfort), and cash for the mausoleum surcharge.

Following the Taj Mahal tour, we will proceed towards Jaipur, which takes approx. 4.5–5 hours. En route, we will visit Fatehpur Sikri. This place, which was considered the heart of the Mughal Empire, has an interesting story behind it. It is believed that Emperor Akbar built this city as an act of gratitude after Sufi Saint Sheikh Salim Chishti predicted the birth of his son, Jahangir. However, the city was later abandoned due to a shortage of water.

The next stop is Chand Baori, a 1,200-year-old architectural marvel located in the village of Abhaneri, about 8 km north of Highway 21 (Jaipur – Agra). It is the deepest and oldest stepwell in Rajasthan. 3,500 steps in tight V-shaped tiers, dropping 20 meters straight into the ground. Half an hour is enough to spend here.

Arrive in Jaipur by early evening. You can also try any rooftop restaurant in Jaipur for dinner.

Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 5: Jaipur, the Pink City

Today, we will discover the pink city of India – Jaipur. Fun fact: The royal family still resides in a portion of the City Palace, right in the heart of the city.

We will start our Jaipur tour with Amber Fort, located just 11 km from the city centre. The fort holds the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Hill Forts of Rajasthan. A major highlight here is the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors). The ceiling is designed with mirrored pieces in such a way that just two burning candles can illuminate the entire room.

Fun fact – Many Bollywood movies, like Jodhaa Akbar and Bajirao Mastani, have shot sequences in the Amber Fort.

Continuing our journey, we will visit the City Palace, still the royal family’s actual home. A portion of the palace is still open to the public as a museum. We will then make a stop outside Hawa Mahal for a quick photo.

The next stop is Jantar Mantar – Jai Singh II's outdoor observatory built in 1734, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The observatory has the world's largest stone sundial, called the "Samrat Yantra".

Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 6: Jaipur to Amritsar by Flight, then Wagah Border

You will then be transferred to Jaipur International Airport (JAI) for a flight to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, Amritsar (ATQ). The flight will take around 90 minutes. However, if no direct flights are available, then the next best alternative is driving back to Delhi by road and taking Vande Bharat Express from New Delhi station to Amritsar, covering 450 kilometres (5-6 hours). Our travel expert will consult with you before making a final booking.

On arrival to Amritsar, check in to the hotel. The afternoon goes to Wagah Border (roughly 40-45 minutes from city centre). Entry is completely free here, but seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Things you should know before visiting the Wagah border –

-           Ceremony timings: The ceremony lasts about 45 minutes. Timings are 4:15 PM October to February. 5:15 to 5:30 PM for summer months.

-           Carry small backs only. Large bags are not permitted in the viewing area.

-           Power banks are not permitted.

-           Mobile phones are allowed.

-           Inform the personnel at the gate, if you are a foreign visitor. International tourists are directed to a separate seating area with a better sightline.

Return to hotel in Amritsar. Evening: free to explore the lanes around the Golden Temple.

Overnight in Amritsar.

Day 7: Amritsar: Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Partition Museum, Palki Ceremony

We will start really early today. Visiting Golden Temple in the morning between 5 AM and 8 AM is a completely different experience and honestly should not be missed also.

The Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib)

Driver will pick you up early. Vehicles are not allowed near the Golden Temple complex, So, your driver will drop you about 7 to 8 minutes’ away from the main entrance. Take a walk from there through the heritage street.

About Golden Temple - It was built by the fifth Guru, Arjan Dev Ji, and the Guru Granth Sahib (Sikh holy scripture) was first installed inside in 1604. In the early 19th century, Maharaja Ranjit Singh adorned the upper sections of the temple with approximately 750 kg of 24-karat gold, which is why it is called the Golden Temple.

Things you should know before visiting the Golden Temple

-        Golden Temple has four entrances facing every direction. Every visitor descends steps to enter the gurudwara. It was a deliberate design choice made in the 16th century to represent humility.

-        The kirtan starts before sunrise.

-        Remove and deposit shoe at the entrance. Wash your feet.

-        Cover the head. Cloth head covering is available at the gate at no charge.

-        The queue to enter the inner sanctum can be long during busy hours. May take longer than an hour to enter.

-        Visiting first floor is worth extra few minutes. Most people see the ground level and leave.

-        Do the langar. Everyday kitchen feeds around 100,000 people. It’s an altogether different experience for any first time visitor. Dining area accommodates around 5,000 people at a time and turns over continuously. Everyone sits on the floor and wait for the volunteer to serve langar.

Next stop is Jallianwala Bagh, a 10-mins walk from the Golden Temple—a place that witnessed one of the major incidents of India’s freedom struggle. Over a thousand innocent Indians were brutally massacred here by British troops under General Dyer’s orders on April 13, 1919. Today the place is preserved the same as it was—the narrow passage General Dyer used, the bullet marks on the walls, and the well into which people jumped to escape the firing. A light and sound show also runs in the evening for about 25 mins—Punjabi at 7:00 PM, Hindi at 7:45 PM in summer. If you want to enjoy a light and sound show, we recommend securing a seat by 6 PM.

Next is Partition Museum—the only museum dedicated entirely to the 1947 Partition. The museum still has personal objects, photographs, documents, and even oral recordings of Partition survivors. Many guests claimed to have visited here as an emotional experience. Entry is approximately Rs. 200 for foreign nationals.

If the day allows, you can also attend the Palki Sahib ceremony around 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM (depending on the season). The Guru Granth Sahib is carried from the Golden Temple to the Akal Takht in a gold palanquin to the sound of hymns. It’s a completely different experience from daytime.

Return to hotel. Overnight in Amritsar.

Day 8: Early Golden Temple, then train/flight to Delhi

Set your alarm early for the Prakash Ceremony at the Golden Temple, begins from 4 AM to 4.30 AM depending on the season. You can say it is like the morning counterpart to the evening Palki Sahib you may saw on Day 7—the same gold palanquin, the same hymn recitation, but the Guru Granth Sahib carried back in this ceremony into the sanctum from the Akal Takht.

One thing you shouldn’t miss before leaving Amritsar is morning breakfast at the famous outlets of Amritsar. Amritsar Kulcha with chole (chickpea curry), raita, and onion chutney (sauce) at Kulcha Land (Ranjit Avenue) or Brother’s Dhaba (near Golden Temple) is one dish worth trying. Expect a slow service due to overcrowding. Next dish that is a must to have is lassi, served in clay cups near the Golden Temple.  

If time allows, do visit Amritsar main market, Hall Bazaar. Must-buy things in Amritsar – Phulkari embroidery and Punjabi juttis, which are local specialties. Ignore the tourist-facing stalls at the front of the market and walk deeper in.

You will then be transferred to Amritsar railway station for your train to Delhi (Vande Bharat Express). The journey will take approximately 5-6 hours (450 km). Our representative in Delhi will pick you up at the Delhi Station and transfer you to the airport for your flight further.

Alternative: If your departure timing does not match the train, a direct flight from Amritsar (ATQ) to Delhi (DEL) takes one hour. Your consultant will confirm the right transfer option based on your departure flight.