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2-for-1 Taj Express

8-day Golden Triangle tour — half price* on select 2026 departures!

Delhi return

8 days / 7 nights

Guided Tour

Multiple departures

Overview

Spend eight days discovering the cultural wonders of northern India, starting and ending in Delhi. From the bustling bazaars of Old Delhi to the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra, this tour is packed with iconic sights and rich history. Stay in heritage properties in Karauli or Dholpur, and explore Jaipur’s ornate palaces and the striking Amber Fort. Highlights include rickshaw rides, Mughal architecture, and the vibrant Pink City. With plenty of free time and optional experiences like hot-air ballooning and street food tours, this trip offers a colourful, well-rounded introduction to India’s Golden Triangle.

Highlights & Inclusions

Tour Highlights

  • Agra – Visit the impressive Agra Fort and enjoy a guided tour of India’s legendary Taj Mahal
  • Delhi – Ride on a rickshaw around Old Delhi and see highlights of the city including Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb and the India Gate monument
  • Jaipur – Enjoy a tour of the highlights of the Pink City including the City Palace and Jantar Mantar space observatory
  • Karauli or Dholpur – Spend the night at the Maharaja’s Palace Bhanwar Vilas in Karauli or the Raj Niwas Palace in Dholpur
  • Amber Fort – Explore the famous 16th century fortress, laid out over four levels and set on shimmering Maota Lake

Included

  • Breakfast daily and 1 dinner
  • 7 nights 3-4 star and heritage hotels
  • Guided sightseeing - Delhi, Jaipur, Agra and Karauli or Dholpur
  • Travel by jeep to beautiful Amber Fort in Jaipur
  • Escorted by an English-speaking Indian tour guide (for groups of 4 or more)
  • Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites
  • Airport arrival transfer on day 1
  • All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

Not Included

  • International flights and visa
  • Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$4-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
  • Departure Airport Transfer
  • Entrance Fees: USD$65-75pp, paid in local currency
  • Tipping Kitty: USD$25-35pp, paid in local currency

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure before a Welcome Meeting at 18:00. Optional early-arrival experience: Backstreets of Delhi tour featuring street food tastings, Khari Baoli spice market and Jama Masjid precinct exploration.
Overnight: Delhi

Day 2 – Old & New Delhi – Agra
Discover Delhi’s highlights including Humayun’s Tomb, Jama Masjid, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk. Drive past India Gate along Rajpath before travelling to Agra. Evening at leisure.
Overnight: Agra | Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 – Taj Mahal & Agra Fort
Visit the iconic Taj Mahal, one of the world’s most celebrated monuments to love. Continue to Agra Fort, an impressive Mughal stronghold showcasing remarkable architecture and royal history.
Overnight: Agra | Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – Karauli or Dholpur Heritage Stay
Travel to Karauli or Dholpur, stopping for lunch en route. Stay in a heritage palace hotel: either Bhanwar Vilas Palace (Karauli) or Raj Niwas Palace (Dholpur). Afternoon at leisure with optional evening Aarti prayer ceremony.
Overnight: Karauli or Dholpur | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 – Jaipur
Continue to the UNESCO-listed Pink City of Jaipur. Visit the City Palace and the astronomical wonders of Jantar Mantar Observatory.
Overnight: Jaipur | Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 – Amber Fort & Jaipur Sightseeing
Optional early hot-air balloon ride. Later, enjoy a jeep ride to Amber Fort and visit a traditional cotton weaving house for a fabric-dyeing demonstration. Afternoon at leisure to explore Jaipur’s bazaars.
Overnight: Jaipur | Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Return to Delhi
Travel back to Delhi with the remainder of the day free to explore. Optional visit to Akshardham Temple, the world’s largest Hindu temple complex.
Overnight: Delhi | Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 – Depart Delhi
Tour concludes after breakfast. Optional departure transfer available on request.
Meals: Breakfast

 
Itinerary is subject to change.

Dates/Pricing

Departure DateFirst Guest fromSecond Guest
18 Jul – 25 Jul 2026$1,515 FREE
8 Aug – 15 Aug 2026$1,515 FREE
22 Aug – 29 Aug 2026$1,515 FREE

*Advertised price is based on first guest travelling and second guest free on selected departures only. Offer valid for a limited time, subject to availability, and may be withdrawn or varied without prior notice. 2-for-1 offer applies only to advertised travel dates; alternative departures are available and may incur a surcharge. Pricing is correct as at 23 March 2026.

Booking terms and conditions apply.

* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.

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