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.
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
Arrival in Delhi: cycle-rickshaw
Delhi
Arrival in Delhi: cycle-rickshaw
Arrival in Delhi. Cycle-rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk and visit to the Red Fort.
Cycle-rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk
Culture2hVisit to Qutub Minar
Culture1hDelhi to Agra
Agra
Delhi to Agra
Transfer to Agra by highway (3.5 h). Afternoon at Agra Fort.
Agra Fort
Culture2hDinner with Taj views
gastronomy1hTaj Mahal at sunrise
Agra
Taj Mahal at sunrise
Visit to the Taj Mahal at daybreak. A magical experience with fewer crowds and soft light.
Taj Mahal at sunrise
Culture3hMarble crafts workshop
Culture1hAgra to Jaipur
Jaipur
Agra to Jaipur
Transfer to Jaipur with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri. Hotel pool afternoon.
Fatehpur Sikri
Culture2hPool afternoon
Rest2hAmber Fort and Hawa Mahal
Jaipur
Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal
Jeep ride up to Amber Fort. Visit to the Hawa Mahal and an elephant village.
Jeep to Amber Fort
Culture3hElephant village
Nature2hFarewell in Jaipur
Jaipur
Farewell in Jaipur
Morning at Bapu Bazar market. Flight back.
Shopping at Bapu Bazar
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