September 2018 – Golden Triangle Tours India

September 24, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions on Golden Triangle Tour

Do you want to explore Golden Triangle Tour in India but don’t know what to do and how to plan? A golden triangle tour is the mostly explored tour in India by first-timers as the exploration of the three cities- Delhi, Agra and Jaipur enables you to explore the rich heritage, historical monuments and culture of India. Thus, we are sharing some FAQ’s to get yours answers for every question.

How many days are required for exploring Golden Triangle?

When you see these three cities on the map located closely in a triangular shape, you will think that within 3 days it would be enough to explore the three cities. But it is not as easy as it seems to be. The traffic in India is insane and it takes a huge time in travelling. Though, same day tours are offered but they are too much hectic for tourists.

If you do not want to spend much time in this tour then Golden Triangle tour 5 Days would be a perfect one.

When is the best time to explore Golden Triangle tour?

If you want to avoid the scorching heat and summers then the best time to explore Delhi Agra Jaipur tour package would be from October to March when the climate is pleasant. Though, during the winters, there is smog due to the rise in air pollution in Delhi so we would suggest that ideal time would be February and March.

How to Travel?

There are several options to explore the Delhi Agra Jaipur tour either by hiring a car, bus, train or flight. Well, we would suggest the easiest way of commutation is Car Rental where you get a car with driver for sightseeing and shopping. The driver will take care of all the ground transfers as well. In India, hiring a car is cheap. You can choose to rent a luxury or economy car as per your budget. You may choose to take flight from Jaipur to Delhi when the tour ends but remember if it is winter then smog may cause delay in flight timings.

How to choose the right Travel operator?

There are many travel operators in India that offers the Best Golden Triangle tour as per your interests and budget. You can online and find out the best one by seeing what they are offering. Make sure they do not ask you for hidden charges later. You can also read their reviews on Tripadvisor to find out the authenticity of a travel agent.

What to wear in India?

In India, there are no restrictions on wearing anything, however for women; it is suggested to wear sober clothes covering you from shoulders to knees. Especially, if you are a solo female traveller then follow these rules to avoid the attention from strangers. If you are visiting any religious place then cover you head with scarf and take out your shoes outside.

Which Tourist Attractions should be included in the Golden Triangle Itinerary?

You might be wondering that there are plenty of places to explore in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur but which places would be perfect to include in the Golden Triangle Itinerary–

Delhi–

Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Rickshaw Ride in Chandni Chowk, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutb Minar, Lotus Temple, India Gate, Akshardham Temple and Secretariat Buildings.

Agra-

Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Mehtab Garden and Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah.

Jaipur-

Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Albert Hall.

Plan your Golden Triangle India Itinerary with the inclusion of above places and follow the above travel tips to make your tour memorable for lifetime.

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September 16, 2018September 24, 2018

Golden Triangle Tour: 7 Unique Things to do

Are you tired of reading the repetitive attractions to be covered in the Golden Triangle Tour like Taj Mahal, Amber Fort, Red Fort, Hawa Mahal then you must read this blog to find out there is a lot to do and see in this tour apart from the sightseeing of those monotonous places. No doubt, exploring those attractions is charming like a dream come true but we will share the unique things to do to make your travel journey more stunning.

1| Chand Baori – A Stepwell in Abhaneri

Abhaneri is a village located near Jaipur where a 100ft deep step-well, Chand Baori can be witnessed. There are 3500 symmetrical steps built over 13 storeys. The majestic carvings and architecture will make your visit worth. Nearby the stepwell, there is a Harshat Mata Temple where you can offer prayers. You can visit this place while travelling from Agra to Jaipur or vice-versa. Exploring this place will not take your much time but it is worth visiting this splendid attraction.

2| Block Printing: Create your own Blocks on fabrics

While exploring Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour Package, if you have more time then visit Sanganer Village nearby Jaipur, known for Block Printing. This is a technique and an art of printing fabrics. You can enjoy watching artists applying this technique. If you are interested, you can try it by your own for fun and learning something new. There are half-day and full-day courses at factory.

3| Hot Air Ballooning

Apart from exploring the heritage monuments in Jaipur, you can also experience adventurous Hot Air Ballooning and catch the glimpses of pink city, deserts, hills and lakes from the top. Don’t forget to carry your cameras to capture the colorful photographs. There are early morning and afternoon rides.

4 | Make your night magical with Sufism at free of cost

In Delhi, every Thursday evening, Nizamuddin Dargah become magical with the melodies of qawwalis (devotional sufi music). This is an exceptional and peaceful experience that you can have during the Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour. While entering into the Dargah, cover your head, remove shoes and wear decent and sober.

5 | Food Tour in Jaipur

Jaipur is well-known for historical monuments, rich heritage and shopping too but if you are a foodie then this place will be more delightful for you. From dal-bati-churma to ghevar, gatte-ki-sabji to kachori and lassi to laal maas, there is a wide range of delicacies in Jaipur for you. Visit the popular eateries to get the real and authentic taste of Jaipur. You can also visit Masala Chowk where 22 popular stalls of Jaipur are there to serve the people at single location so that tourists need to travel much.

6 | Learn traditional Indian dances

If you are attracted towards various forms of folk dances in India then you can learn dancing in just two hours at Namaste India Dance Workshop. Some of the popular dances which tourists learn are- Bhangra, Bollywood Dance, Garba and Belly Dance.

7 | Get scary at Haunted Places of Delhi

If you have daring and want to experience supernaturalism then places like Firoz Shah Kotla Fort, Jamali Kamali Tomb, Bhuli Bhatiyari ka Mahal and Lothian Cemetery are historical with scary stories reported by locals. Avoid visiting these places in the night and do hire a guide for more information.

So, now you have come to know that golden triangle is not only about culture and history. There are many more unique things to do to experience the Best Golden Triangle Tour. Spend more time at these places and enjoy the above-mentioned activities as per your interests.

September 9, 2018September 13, 2018

Top 5 Places to go for Shopping in Agra

Agra the city lies on the banks of Yamuna River. The city is a major tourist destination because of its Mughal-era architecture, most remarkably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri all these sites are UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. Agra is also included in Golden Triangle India Tour which is the most popular circuit of India. The Tour leads you to explore Agra along with Delhi and Jaipur which are known as the gems of India. There are many shopping spots in Agra where you can enjoy your tour while exploring the bustling market and bazaars of Agra. You can find a huge variety of unique crafts and collectable items which are exclusive. Though there are many shopping spots in Agra and the best ones are mentioned here-

Sadar Bazar-

Sadar Bazar is one of the most famous shopping spots in Agra. The market is located near the Agra Cantonment railway station. Starting with handicrafts, sweets, clothes, to leather bags, which are available in a huge range at Sadar Bazar.

The market is best known for its leather products of a good quality and reasonable rates. You need to bargain for making worthful rates of the products.

Subhash Bazar-

The market is another one of the most famous shopping spots in Agra. Subhash Bazar is located in the Halwai Gali which is nearer to the northern side of the Jama Masjid. The market has a great collection of silk products which majorly includes silk sarees.

If you are good at bargaining you can have a quality product at reasonable rates.

Kinari Bazar-

Kinari Bazar is also located near the Jama Masjid. It is a wholesale market where you can get a valuable range of products. The market offers an extensive range of handicrafts, glassware, marbles, textiles, and leathers.

You need to be a good bargainer while shopping in the Kinari Bazar so that you can have a good quality product in the best rates of its worth.

TDI Mall-

The Mall is located on the Fatehpuri road and is one of the most famous shopping spots in Agra. If you are a foodie this will be the best place where you can have a huge variety of snacks in a food court. You can even spend a good leisure time with best entertaining things in the mall.

You can have a wide range of branded and non-branded clothes and other products in the mall. Again you need to be a good bargainer to have the best quality products from the mall.

Shoe Market-

This bustling Market is located in the area of Hing Ki Mandi. You can have a good and unique variety of shoes in the wholesale market. Since Agra is famous for its footwear industry the market will offer you the best range of shoes.

The bustling market is very congested so don’t take your vehicles inside the market, instead of your own convenience you can use a public transport. Again you must be having good negotiating skills to find a good quality products form the market.

The bustling streets of Agra offer you a great experience of shopping unique items. These Markets will not only offer you exquisite items but also provides infinite opportunity of practicing your bargaining skills. Agra is a must visited destination where you can have a great experience of exploring the heritage sites of Agra with famous handicrafts and other items to shop in the bustling streets of Agra. So, plan your next trip to explore Agra with Golden Triangle Tour Packages and enjoy the scenic view of Taj and Agra Fort along with shopping.

September 4, 2018September 4, 2018

New Attraction in Jaipur- Metro Art Gallery

The heritage city of Jaipur stands as an important tourist attraction of India with several notable attractions testifying the glorious past and the robust culture which is one of its kinds. The Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace are few of the architectural marvels of this Pink City drawing numerous visitors from all over the world to explore its architectural and historical wealth.

Another star has been added to the name of Jaipur with the new art gallery at the Choti Chaupar Metro station. See history come alive at this newly constructed metro station which would be the first metro station in India to house an art gallery. Artefacts and statues from five museums in the state will be exhibited in the art gallery and will be categorized on different themes like architecture, devotional, sculpture and more. Some of these artefacts are more than 700 years old and have tremendous historical value. The artefacts to be displayed include idols and carvings belonging to Hindu and Jain religion and provide an insight on several pages of Indian History.

The underground metro station of Jaipur is on the verge of completion and the art gallery is fast pacing for coming into shape. The authorities are working persistently and tirelessly to get things into shape and blend the heritage value into the new developmental structure of the city. The gallery will also house artefacts which have been unearthed during excavation work in and around the Pink City. Besides the art gallery, the restoration work of two age-old stepwells at Choti Chaupar and Badi Chaupar is also running in parallel, enhancing the beauty of this historic city.

The art gallery will be at the first level of the metro station enhancing the aesthetic ambience of the place. Jaipur metro art gallery is being considered as an addition to the already existing touristic value of the city. This amalgamation of past and present is an interesting and at the same time fascinating experiment by the authorities to which people are definitely looking forward to.

Month: September 2018