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Golden Triangle for Families: Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Jaipur

Six days in India's classic Golden Triangle adapted for families: Delhi, the Taj Mahal in Agra and the forts and elephants of Jaipur.

6 days1 countryWinter (November-February), avoid the extreme heat of summer

Description

The Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur) is India's most classic route and, with the right adaptations, a fascinating family experience. This 6-day itinerary begins in Delhi with a cycle-rickshaw ride through the bustling Chandni Chowk and a visit to Qutub Minar. The star day is Agra, where the Taj Mahal at dawn — with its gardens, reflecting pools and marble dome — leaves all ages speechless. You also visit Agra Fort, where the children can imagine Mughal battles. In Jaipur you ride the jeep up to Amber Fort, stroll past the Hawa Mahal and visit an elephant village where the children can feed and bathe them (no riding, for animal-ethics reasons). Transport in a private air-conditioned car softens the Indian experience. The family hotels have pools to make up for the heat. The food is adapted by always asking for 'non-spicy'.

Health & safety

  • Bottled water with an intact seal always
  • Hepatitis A and typhoid vaccines recommended
  • Probiotics before the trip help your stomach

Day-by-day itinerary

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Arrival in Delhi: cycle-rickshaw

Delhi

Arrival in Delhi. Cycle-rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk and visit to the Red Fort.

Cycle-rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk

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Visit to Qutub Minar

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Delhi to Agra

Agra

Transfer to Agra by highway (3.5 h). Afternoon at Agra Fort.

Agra Fort

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Dinner with Taj views

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3

Taj Mahal at sunrise

Agra

Visit to the Taj Mahal at daybreak. A magical experience with fewer crowds and soft light.

Taj Mahal at sunrise

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Marble crafts workshop

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4

Agra to Jaipur

Jaipur

Transfer to Jaipur with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri. Hotel pool afternoon.

Fatehpur Sikri

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Pool afternoon

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5

Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal

Jaipur

Jeep ride up to Amber Fort. Visit to the Hawa Mahal and an elephant village.

Jeep to Amber Fort

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Elephant village

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Farewell in Jaipur

Jaipur

Morning at Bapu Bazar market. Flight back.

Shopping at Bapu Bazar

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