Golden Triangle Tour with Jim Corbett

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Your Golden Triangle with Jim Corbett tour begins with your arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. Our representative meets you in the arrival lounge and transfers you to your pre-booked hotel. Complete your check-in and spend the remainder of the day relaxing after your journey.

The evening is free for personal activities or light exploration of your hotel vicinity. Freshen up, settle into your accommodation, and prepare for an exciting week ahead. If time permits, enjoy dinner at your hotel restaurant or explore nearby dining options.

Overnight: Delhi

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing (Old Delhi & New Delhi)

After a hearty breakfast at your hotel, embark on a comprehensive Delhi sightseeing tour led by an experienced English-speaking guide. The morning explores Old Delhi’s historic layer, beginning at the colossal Red Fort, the imposing Mughal imperial residence built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648.

Next, visit Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque accommodating 25,000 worshippers, its grand marble courtyard and minarets reflecting extraordinary Indo-Islamic architecture. Explore the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk, one of Asia’s oldest and most chaotic bazaars, packed with jewelry shops, sweet vendors, and historical alleys.

Pay respects at Raj Ghat, the cremation ground of Mahatma Gandhi, a serene memorial space reflecting India’s independence struggle. In the afternoon, discover New Delhi’s colonial architecture, beginning with the iconic India Gate, Edwin Lutyens’ sandstone war memorial.

Drive past the President House (Rashtrapati Bhavan) and Parliament House, observing the architectural grandeur of imperial Delhi planning. Visit Qutub Minar, India’s tallest ancient structure at 73 meters, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing early Indo-Islamic architecture. Conclude at Humayun’s Tomb, an architectural precursor to the Taj Mahal.

If time permits, visit Lotus Temple (Bahai House of Worship) with its distinctive white marble lotus-shaped architecture. Evening return to your hotel for rest and dinner.

Overnight: Delhi

Day 3: Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park (280 km, 5-6 hours)

After breakfast, depart Delhi early morning for Jim Corbett National Park, India’s premier tiger reserve. The scenic drive covers approximately 280 kilometers through varied landscapes as you move from urban centers toward the Himalayan foothills.

Upon arrival in the evening, check into your pre-booked wildlife resort or lodge situated within or adjacent to the national park. Jim Corbett stretches across 1,300 square kilometers of pristine wilderness, originally established in 1936 as Hailey National Park and renamed after the legendary British hunter-turned-conservationist.

The evening provides time to relax at your resort, explore the property’s recreational facilities, and receive an orientation briefing from your guide about park wildlife, conservation efforts, and safari protocols. Many resorts offer nature walks or birdwatching sessions in the evening.

Overnight: Jim Corbett National Park Resort

Day 4: Jim Corbett National Park Wildlife Safaris

This is the day wildlife enthusiasts anticipate—complete jungle immersion through morning and afternoon safaris. Wake before dawn at approximately 5:30 AM and head out on a thrilling morning jeep safari lasting 3-4 hours. Your expert naturalist guide navigates the park’s various zones, searching for Bengal tigers, wild elephants, Indian leopards, sloth bears, Himalayan black bears, sambar deer, and countless bird species.

Return by 9:00 AM for a hearty breakfast at your resort. Spend the midday hours relaxing at the resort, enjoying recreational activities like swimming, nature walks, fishing in Corbett’s river, or simply absorbing the natural surroundings.

The afternoon jeep safari typically departs at 3:00 PM, again offering 3-4 hours of wildlife exploration. Evening return brings dinner and overnight rest.

Note: Tiger sightings depend on animal movement and luck; resorts deploy experienced guides familiar with animal behavior patterns, but guarantee only authentic wilderness experience, not guaranteed tiger spotting.

Overnight: Jim Corbett National Park Resort

Day 5: Corbett to Agra (280 km, 5-6 hours)

After an early morning safari and breakfast, checkout from your Corbett resort. The scenic drive toward Agra covers approximately 280 kilometers through Uttarakhand’s foothills and onto the Indo-Gangetic plains.

Arriving in Agra by late afternoon, check into your hotel and rest. Agra, the jewel of Mughal India, served as the capital under emperors Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan. The evening provides flexibility to explore Agra’s markets or relax at your hotel, conserving energy for tomorrow’s Taj Mahal sunrise visit.

Many travelers enjoy visiting Agra’s local bazaars—Sadar Bazaar and Raja-ki-Mandi—to purchase authentic marble inlay souvenirs, leather goods, and regional handicrafts.

Overnight: Agra

Day 6: Agra Sightseeing – The Taj Mahal & Monuments

Rise before sunrise around 5:30 AM for the most magical Taj Mahal experience. Your guide escorts you to the gates, and you enter as the first light bathes the white marble mausoleum in ethereal golden hues—an unforgettable photographic and spiritual moment.

Spend 2 hours exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site at your own pace. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in loving memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal’s perfect symmetry, inlay work, and proportions remain unmatched in world architecture.

Return to your hotel for breakfast and rest. By mid-morning, commence the comprehensive Agra sightseeing tour. Visit Agra Fort, the red sandstone Mughal stronghold displaying martial architecture, royal courts, and the Khas Mahal (palace of Shah Jahan with views of the Taj).

Explore Itmad-ud-Daulah, often called the “Baby Taj” for its delicate marble inlay work and garden layout. En route to Jaipur, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned ghost city and former Mughal capital (1571-1586), comprising extraordinary palaces, courtyards, and the Jama Masjid, showcasing Indo-Islamic grandeur in its peak form.

Late evening arrival in Jaipur, check-in to your hotel, and rest.

Overnight: Jaipur

Day 7: Jaipur Heritage Exploration (Pink City)

Discover Jaipur, India’s “Pink City,” named for its distinctive terracotta-pink buildings. Begin with an early morning visit to Amer Fort, the iconic hilltop palace-fortress overlooking Jaipur. Ascend to the fort via decorated elephant or jeep, exploring its courtyards, mirror-work chambers, and breathtaking city views.

Return to the city for breakfast. Visit the iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), the five-story pink sandstone structure with 953 intricate latticed windows designed to allow royal women private city viewing.

Explore City Palace, an architectural fusion of Mughal and European styles, partially inhabited by the royal family. Visit Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century astronomical observation site and UNESCO World Heritage Site containing precision stone and brass instruments.

Spend the afternoon wandering Jaipur’s colorful bazaars—Johari Bazaar, Chandpole Bazaar, and Nehru Bazaar—shopping for traditional blue pottery, textiles, bangles, and handicrafts. Visit the Albert Hall Museum for Rajasthani art and artifacts.

Evening return to hotel for rest and dinner. If interested, an optional evening Chokhi Dhani visit (a fortified village showcasing Rajasthani culture) offers authentic folk performances, traditional cuisine, and handicraft demonstrations.

Overnight: Jaipur

Day 8: Jaipur to Delhi & Departure (240 km, 4-5 hours)

After breakfast, checkout from your Jaipur hotel. The return journey to Delhi covers approximately 240 kilometers via the Golden Quadrilateral Highway. You reach Delhi by mid-afternoon or evening, where you’re transferred to the airport or your preferred location for your onward journey.

Alternatively, if your flight departs later, you may enjoy a final Jaipur market shopping session or rest at your hotel before transfer to the airport.