Multi-Day Tours · India

2-Day Golden Triangle Tour From Delhi

  • Duration2 Days, 1 Night
  • Tour typePrivate Tour — only your group
  • StayHotels with breakfast included
  • PickupYour hotel, residence, or airport
  • GuideLicensed private guide · English & Hindi
  • CancellationFree up to 24 hours before

About this tour

This two-day private tour covers the full Golden Triangle — Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur — at a brisk, well-organized pace. Day 1 begins with an early drive from Delhi to Agra for the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the Baby Taj, with an optional stop at Fatehpur Sikri before continuing to Jaipur for the night.

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Day 2 is spent in the Pink City of Jaipur — its hilltop forts, the Palace of Winds, the City Palace Museum, and the Jantar Mantar observatory. You then choose how to finish: stay in Jaipur, or continue back to Delhi the same evening. You travel by private air-conditioned car throughout, with a dedicated guide and a choice of 3-Star, 4-Star, or 5-Star accommodation in Jaipur — or a Without Hotel option if you prefer to arrange your own stay.

Highlights

  • Taj Mahal
  • Jaigarh Fort
  • Agra Fort
  • Hawa Mahal
  • Baby Taj
  • City Palace Museum

Itinerary

Tap any day to open its full route — 16 stops in total.

Day 1Agra & On to Jaipur8 stops

Pick up from anywhere in Delhi NCR

Pickup is available from any hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad — including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, and Noida International Airport in Jewar. The earliest pickup time is 2:30 AM, which allows you to reach the Taj Mahal for sunrise. Otherwise you may choose any pickup time from 3:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Your professional driver collects you in a private air-conditioned car for the drive to Agra.

Drive to Agra

Travel to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway — a comfortable drive of around 3.5 hours in a private air-conditioned car.

Visit the Taj Mahal

Begin in Agra with the Taj Mahal, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1632 in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The white marble — inlaid with semi-precious stones — is one of the most breathtaking sights in the world. Your guide shares its history and helps you photograph it from every angle.

A note on Friday visits

The Taj Mahal interior is closed every Friday for prayer. If Day 1 of your tour falls on a Friday — a Friday start — the itinerary is reversed: Jaipur is visited on Day 1 and Agra on Day 2. Your itinerary is re-sequenced accordingly.

Visit Agra Fort — UNESCO World Heritage Site

Explore the majestic Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Emperor Akbar in 1573. Walk through its grand courtyards, palaces, and halls, and enjoy a view of the Taj Mahal from its ramparts.

Visit Baby Taj — Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah

Visit the exquisite Baby Taj, commissioned by Noor Jahan for her father Ghiyas Beg. Its delicate marble inlay work and Persian gardens are considered a jewel of Mughal architecture.

Lunch Break

Pause for lunch at a restaurant of your choice (optional add-on) before continuing towards Jaipur.

Fatehpur Sikri (Optional Visit)

Fatehpur Sikri is a beautiful UNESCO-listed Mughal city between Agra and Jaipur. It is offered as an optional add-on rather than a standard inclusion because the site requires a separate entry ticket, a shared shuttle bus from the parking lot, and a local government-approved guide — all of which add cost. It sits conveniently on the route to Jaipur; please request it at the time of booking. Fatehpur Sikri sits on the way, so adding it extends the day by around 1 hour — the visit itself is roughly 45 minutes.

US$30 per person — includes monument entry ticket, shuttle bus, and local guide.

Drive to Jaipur

Continue to Jaipur — around 4 hours by road, or longer if Fatehpur Sikri is added along the way. Arrive in the Pink City by evening.

Hotel Check-in

Check in to your hotel in Jaipur — in the 3-Star, 4-Star, or 5-Star tier you have selected — and spend the evening at leisure. (The Without Hotel option does not include accommodation.)

Day 2Jaipur & Back to Delhi8 stops

Hotel Breakfast & Check-out

Return to your hotel for breakfast and check out. (Breakfast is included with the 3-Star, 4-Star, and 5-Star options.) You will meet your guide before the first monument in Jaipur.

Jaigarh Fort

Visit Jaigarh Fort, the rugged hilltop fortress built by Sawai Jai Singh II, known for its commanding views over the Aravalli hills and Amber below, and for Jaivana — once the largest cannon on wheels in the world.

About Jaigarh Fort and Amber Fort

We take you to Jaigarh Fort, not Amber Fort. The reason is simple: Amber Fort is known for the elephant rides up the hill, and many travelers would rather not do them. Jaigarh Fort sits on the same hill and is just as grand. If you would prefer Amber Fort instead of Jaigarh, we are happy to swap it in for a little extra cost, and your car can drive right up to the top of Amber Fort, so there is no need to take an elephant ride. If you would like to see both forts, that can also be arranged for a little extra cost. Just let us know after you book and we will make the arrangements.

Hawa Mahal — Palace of Winds (Photo Stop)

Pause for photographs at the Hawa Mahal, the five-story “Palace of Winds” with its honeycomb façade of 953 small windows, built so royal women could watch the street below unseen.

Lunch Break

Pause for lunch at a restaurant of your choice (optional add-on) before the afternoon’s sightseeing.

City Palace Museum

Explore the City Palace Museum, the still-royal residence at the heart of Jaipur — a complex of courtyards, gardens, and museums blending Rajput and Mughal architecture.

Jal Mahal — The Water Palace

View the Jal Mahal, the “Water Palace” that appears to float on Man Sagar Lake. It is admired from the lakeside — entry to the palace itself is not permitted.

Visit Jantar Mantar — UNESCO World Heritage Site

Visit Jantar Mantar, the 18th-century astronomical observatory of Sawai Jai Singh II — a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the largest stone sundial in the world.

Elephant Village (Optional Experience)

A visit to an ethical elephant sanctuary near Jaipur, where elephants are cared for outside the tourist-ride economy. The visit includes feeding, bathing, and a short interaction. It can be added to the Jaipur day; please request it at the time of booking.

US$40 per person.

Drop off anywhere in Delhi or Jaipur

Once the Jaipur sightseeing is complete, you choose how to finish the tour: stay in Jaipur, or continue to Delhi in your private air-conditioned car. Drop-off is available at any hotel, residence, or airport in Jaipur, Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad — including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, and Noida International Airport in Jewar. If you continue to Delhi, the journey takes approximately 5 hours, and a comfort break can be arranged on the way.

What's included

  • Pickup and drop-off from any hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad — including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, and Noida International Airport in Jewar — or in Jaipur, if you choose to finish the tour there
  • Private air-conditioned car for both days
  • Dedicated private guide in Agra and Jaipur
  • One night’s hotel accommodation in Jaipur with breakfast, in the 3-Star, 4-Star, or 5-Star tier selected (not included on the Without Hotel option)
  • Bottled water
  • Parking fees, tolls, and applicable taxes
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses

Your vehicle

Matched to your group size. Open any one to see it.

Maruti Swift Dzire sedan

Maruti Swift Dzire. Room for two travelers and two suitcases.

Maruti Ertiga MPV

Maruti Ertiga. Three rows, room for four travelers and three suitcases.

Toyota Innova Crysta SUV

Toyota Innova Crysta, the 8-seat layout. The most-requested car for a family, with a 300-litre boot.

Force Traveller mini coach

Force Traveller. Push-back seats, a centre aisle and large windows, with a suitcase each.

Force Urbania premium coach

Force Urbania: higher roof, individual reclining seats, a quieter cabin on the expressway.

Prefer something larger or more comfortable? Upgrades are available on any tour at an additional cost — tell us when you book.

Good to know

Full tour details
RouteDay 1 Delhi → Agra → Jaipur Day 2 Jaipur → Delhi
Duration2 Days, 1 Night
Tour TypePrivate Tour
AccommodationOne night in Jaipur — a choice of 3-Star, 4-Star, or 5-Star hotel, or Without Hotel
Recommended ForCouples · Families · Groups · First-time Visitors · Travelers Short On Time
Operating DaysDaily — the Taj Mahal interior is closed on Fridays; if Day 1 falls on a Friday, the days are reversed (Jaipur first, Agra second) — see Important Notes
Pickup & Drop-offAny hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad — including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, and Noida International Airport in Jewar — and drop-off in Jaipur, if you prefer to finish the tour there
Pickup TimeEarliest pickup time is 2:30 AM, so you can reach the Taj Mahal for sunrise. Otherwise you can choose any pickup time from 3:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
CancellationComplimentary cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour begins
AccessibilityWheelchairs and strollers available on request.

Vehicles are allocated by group size — sedan, MPV, SUV, or Tempo Traveler. See the vehicle guide.

Important notes for this tour
  • This is a two-day tour with one night in Jaipur. Please select your hotel tier — 3-Star, 4-Star, 5-Star, or Without Hotel — at the time of booking.
  • The Without Hotel option covers transport and guiding for both days without hotel accommodation — suitable if you prefer to arrange your own stay.
  • At the end of the tour you may finish in Jaipur or continue to Delhi — please tell us your preference at the time of booking so the day can be planned around it.
  • The Taj Mahal interior is closed every Friday for prayer. If Day 1 falls on a Friday (a Friday start), the itinerary is reversed — Jaipur is visited on Day 1 and Agra on Day 2.
  • This is a fast-paced two-day version of the Golden Triangle and involves long drives; an early start is needed on both days. For a more relaxed pace, the 3-, 4-, and 5-day Golden Triangle tours allow more time.
  • The Jal Mahal is viewed from the lakeside — entry to the palace itself is not permitted.
  • No “skip-the-line” system exists at the Taj Mahal. If any website claims otherwise, that information is incorrect.
  • Hotel check-in and check-out times are set by the hotel; your guide will plan the itinerary around them.
  • Videography cameras are not permitted inside the Taj Mahal. Mobile phones and a standard DSLR camera without additional lenses are permitted. Large bags and food items are not allowed inside.
  • Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended.
  • Please carry a valid photo ID — it is required at hotel check-in and may be required at the monuments. A clear photograph of the ID on your mobile phone is also acceptable.
Guide languages

English, Hindi, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, and Russian — all nine at no extra cost. Tell us which you would like when you book.

Frequently asked questions

Can the vehicle be upgraded for this tour?

Yes, vehicle upgrade is available. Please contact us in advance — an additional cost applies.

Will the guide help with photography at the monuments?

Our guides have years of experience and know the best vantage points at every monument, including Instagram-worthy shots. They will be glad to help with your photography.

Is customer support available 24/7 during the tour?

Yes, our customer support team is available 24/7 throughout your tour for any assistance you may need.

How long is this tour?

It is a two-day tour with one night in Jaipur. Day 1 covers the drive to Agra and its monuments, then the drive on to Jaipur; Day 2 covers Jaipur sightseeing, after which you can finish in Jaipur or continue to Delhi.

Can I finish the tour in Jaipur instead of returning to Delhi?

Yes. Once the Jaipur sightseeing is complete you may be dropped off at any hotel, residence, or airport in Jaipur, or continue to Delhi in your private car — a journey of approximately 5 hours, with a comfort break on the way. Please tell us your preference at the time of booking.

What accommodation options are available?

You can choose a 3-Star, 4-Star, or 5-Star hotel in Jaipur, each including one night with breakfast. Alternatively, the Without Hotel option covers transport and guiding without accommodation.

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What does the Without Hotel option include?

It covers the private air-conditioned car and dedicated guide for both days, without hotel accommodation — suitable if you prefer to arrange your own stay in Jaipur.

What happens if Day 1 falls on a Friday?

The Taj Mahal interior is closed on Fridays. If Day 1 falls on a Friday — a Friday start — the itinerary is reversed: Jaipur is visited on Day 1 and Agra on Day 2.

What monuments are visited on this tour?

In Agra: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the Baby Taj. In Jaipur: Jaigarh Fort, the Hawa Mahal, the City Palace Museum, the Jal Mahal, and Jantar Mantar. Fatehpur Sikri is available as an optional add-on between the two cities.

Why do you visit Jaigarh Fort rather than Amber Fort?

We take you to Jaigarh Fort instead. Amber Fort is known for the elephant rides up the hill, and many travelers prefer not to do them, so we feature Jaigarh Fort, which sits on the same hill. If you would rather visit Amber Fort, we are happy to swap it in for a little extra cost, and your car can drive right up to the top, so no elephant ride is needed. To see both forts, a little extra cost applies. Just tell us after booking.

Why is Fatehpur Sikri offered as an optional add-on?

Fatehpur Sikri is a beautiful UNESCO-listed Mughal city on the route between Agra and Jaipur. It is offered as an optional add-on rather than a standard inclusion because the site requires a separate entry ticket, a shared shuttle bus, and a local government-approved guide. It sits on the way, so adding it extends the day by around 1 hour. Please request it at the time of booking.

What is the Elephant Village?

The Elephant Village is an ethical elephant sanctuary near Jaipur where elephants are cared for outside the tourist-ride economy. A visit — including feeding, bathing, and a short interaction — can be added to the Jaipur day as an optional experience.

Are monument tickets included?

No — monument tickets are not included in the tour but you can buy them separately. If you book your tickets with us in advance, your guide has them ready on the day, so you will not need to stand in line to buy them.

Are meals included?

Breakfast is included with the 3-Star, 4-Star, and 5-Star options. Lunch and dinner are not included but are available as optional add-ons.

Is this tour quite rushed?

It is a compact two-day version of the Golden Triangle, with early starts and some long drives between cities. For a more relaxed pace, the 3-, 4-, and 5-day Golden Triangle tours cover the same cities over more days.

What pickup and drop-off locations are available?

Pickup is available from any hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad — including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, and Noida International Airport in Jewar. Drop-off is available at the same locations, or anywhere in Jaipur if you prefer to finish the tour there.

Can I be picked up from the airport?

Yes, airport pickup is available. Please share your flight details at the time of booking so we can schedule your pickup accordingly.

Is this a private tour?

Yes — only your group participates. You have a dedicated private car and guide throughout both days.

What languages are available for the guide?

All nine guide languages are included at no extra cost: English, Hindi, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, and Russian. Tell us which you would like at the time of booking and we assign a guide who speaks it.

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