“A trip of India's most famous cities and places”
10 Days Golden Triangle Tour on Motorcycle with Orchha & Khajuraho from Delhi
Delhi, India
Motorcycle Tour in India
Embark on a fantastic tour to the Golden Triangle cities - Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, along with Gwalior, Orchha, and Khajuraho. See Jama Masjid and Qutub Minar in Delhi and visit the famous Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra. Explore Hawa Mahal and Amber Fort in Jaipur and worship at the holy temples of Brahma, Javari, and Vamana in Khajuraho.
Key information
- Bike: rental bike
- Mileage: 940 kilometers / 584 miles
- Daily rides: 120 - 280 kilometers / 75 - 174 miles
- Riding gear: included: helmet
- Meals: daily breakfasts
Highlights
- Starts in Delhi and ends in Khajuraho
- See India's Golden Triangle cities: Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur
- Explore two beautiful UNESCO World Heritage sites in India: Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
- View the pleasing color tones of Hawa Mahal's sandstone pink façade
- Enjoy Old Delhi's alleys with street vendors, local markets, and places of worship
- Drive by the Parliament House and the India Gate along Rajpath (King's way)
- Visit Khajuraho temples (nagara-style architectural symbolism and erotic sculptures)
- 9 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
10 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Hindi
Airport transfer included:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Accommodation
You will be accommodated in various 3-star hotels.
Program
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
Meet the tour guide upon arrival in Delhi and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Spend some time for leisure. Then go head to Chandni Chowk, take a cycle rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk and Khari Baoli Spice Market, a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry, and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery, and traditional Indian sweets.
Day 2: Delhi sightseeing
Have an early morning breakfast and begin the Delhi city tour:
- Visit the Red Fort, constructed by Shah Jahan in 1638 when the capital shifted from Agra to Delhi; it was the primary residence of the Mughal Dynasty and is located in the city center. It is made from red sandstone, and that is where it gets its name from. The Red Fort has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007.
- Travel to Qutub Minar, a unique five-story tapering tower with a height of 73 meters. This famous historical monument is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Look at the India Gate, a war memorial near the Rajpath. It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the war.
- Explore the Lotus Temple, famous for its flower-like dome shape; Lotus Temple is a house to worship and is open to all. Winning numerous awards for its architecture, this place is a prominent attraction in Delhi.
- Check out the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, a black stone platform in an open-air complex that marks Gandhi's cremated spot.
- Pay your respects at Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the country. Jama Masjid is made up of red sandstone and marble, and it was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people daily.
- Go head to Humayun's tomb, the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1558 and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects whom she chose.
Overnight stay in Delhi hotel.
Day 3: Delhi to Jaipur (280 km / 174 miles / 6 hours)
Take a 6-hour drive to Jaipur from Delhi. After checking into the hotel:
- Visit the Hawa Mahal, also known as The Palace of Winds, made with red and pink sandstone, which distinguishes it from the surroundings. The palace is a five-storey pyramidal-shaped monument built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799.
- Shop at the Johari Bazaar, a shopper's paradise and a must visit in Jaipur. This market of exquisite jewellery and artifacts can immerse shoppers in its glittering glory. It is considered to be one of the oldest markets in Jaipur City.
Travel back to the hotel and stay the night in Jaipur.
Day 4: Jaipur sightseeing
Have breakfast, then begin with the Jaipur city tour:
- Visit Amer Fort, situated on the top of a hill, built by Raja Man Singh I. It is known for its artistic elements and unique architecture. The Maota Lake in front of the monument acts as a water source for the fort.
- Spend time at the City Palace and learn about its history. It was originally the administrative and ceremonial seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur, which was constructed in 1721. It was also the location of religious and cultural events at that time. It now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum and continues to be the home of the Jaipur royal family.
- Explore the Jantar Mantar, A UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1734. It is a collection of nineteen astronomical instruments built by Rajput King Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye.
- Travel to the Jal Mahal, a floating palace in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake. The palace and the lake were renovated and expanded in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber.
Overnight stay at a Jaipur hotel.
Day 5: Jaipur to Agra (240 km / 149 miles / 5 hours) - en route see the Chand Baori and Fatehpur Sikri
Take a 6-hour drive to Agra from Jaipur. Then:
- Visit Chand Baori, built during the 8th and 9th centuries, has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20 m to the bottom of the well.
- Halt for sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, a small city in northern India founded by a 16th-century Mughal emperor. Red sandstone buildings cluster in the city center. Enter from the grand Buland Darwaza gate, which will lead you to the entrance of the Jama Masjid mosque. Nearby is the marble Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Also, check out the Jodha Bais Palace, a unique fusion of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles.
Later, check in at an Agra hotel. The rest of the time is free for leisure or visiting the market.
Day 6: Agra sightseeing
After breakfast:
- Visit the Taj Mahal, an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the southern bank of the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. It is one of the world's seven wonders and is a magnificent sight for the eyes.
- Travel to Agra Fort, a historic fort that was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before colonial rule, the Marathas were the last Indian rulers to have occupied the fort. In the evening, visit the old Agra market by yourself.
Overnight stay at an Agra hotel.
Day 7: Agra to Gwalior (120 km / 75 miles / 2 hours)
After breakfast:
- Visit Gwalior Fort, known as ‘the pearl among fortresses in India’. The impenetrable Gwalior Fort has witnessed many wars and events. Standing tall atop a rocky mountain, this architectural marvel spreads over an area of 3 sq km and is visible from all the corners of the city. Several attractions inside the fort include palaces, temples and water tanks, and it might take almost a day to explore the place.
- Then visit Jai Vilas Palace Museum, which is only 650 meters from Moti Mahal. Jai Vilas Palace is a grand structure built by Jayaji Rao Scindia in 1874. The building has European-style architecture and is quite famous for its Durbar Hall, which is adorned with some of the grandest chandeliers in the world and a huge carpet that took nearly 12 years to weave. The rooms in the palace have been converted into a museum, and exhibit furniture, paintings, sculptures, decorative art, textiles and more collected by the royal family.
After that check in the hotel, rest of the time is free for leisure or visiting the market on your own. Overnight stay in a Gwalior hotel.
Day 8: Gwalior to Orchha (120 km / 75 miles / 2 hours) - en route see the Jhansi Fort
After breakfast, proceed to Orchha. On the way, see the Jhansi fort:
- Visit the Jhansi Fort, built by Raja Bir Singh Deo of Orchha in 1613 CE and served as a stronghold of the Chandela Kings from the 11th to 17th century AD. In the 18th century, Jhansi served as the capital of Maratha province and later the Princely State of Jhansi from 1804 to 1853 CE. The fort was the residence of the great Rani Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi, who fought the British East India Company during the 1857 War of Independence. This fort has witnessed the fiery battle led by Rani Lakshmi Bai. The queen and her army fought fiercely for two weeks during the mutiny.
After reaching Orchha, visit this small town:
- Orchha is a city dotted with artistically-beautiful palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th centuries that still retain much of its pristine perfection. After some relaxation, go sightseeing at Orchha Fort Complex.
- Visit the Jehangir Mahal, built in the 17th century by Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo to commemorate the visit of Emperor Jehangir to Orchha. It has delicate chhatris and trellis work to counterbalance its strong lines.
- Explore the Raj Mahal crowned by chhatris and exquisite interiors, with boldly colourful murals based on religious themes.
- Visit the Ram Raja Temple, which is the most unusual as it is a palace-turned temple where Rama is worshipped as a Raja (King).
- Go head to the Laxminarayan Temple, linked by a flagstone path to the Ram Raja Temple. Its interiors contain the most exquisite wall paintings in Orchha.
Overnight stay in an Orchha hotel.
Day 9: Orchha to Khajuraho (180 km / 112 miles / 3 hours)
After breakfast, you will drive to Khajuraho. On arrival, check in to the hotel.
- Khajuraho was the capital of the Chandela kings, and its temples were built in a short span of a hundred years from 950 to 1050 AD. Most of them were destroyed by Muslim invaders. Adorned with exquisite sculpture, only 22 temples remain of the original 85. Khajuraho’s temples are covered with hundreds of sculptured figures - a galaxy of Gods and Goddesses, beasts and serpents and a multitude of erotic couples which represent a passion for life, love and joy.
- After some relaxation, go head for Khajuraho sightseeing, which covers visits to the Khajuraho Group of Temples that speak volumes of the grandeur of Chandela Kings. These temples were built around 200 years back. These are a set of temples divided into eastern, western and southern wings. Meticulously-designed Jain Temples majorly dominate the Eastern wing. The Parsvanath Temple is the largest temple in this wing. The western wing features some of the finest temples, including the Andariya Mahadev Temple, Devi Jagadambe Temple, Chausat Yogini and Chitragupt Temple etc. while the Southern wing comprises three temples: Duladeo Temple, Chaturbhuj Temple and Beejamandal Temple. All these temples display exquisite detailing and erotic carvings that are hard to find anywhere else in India.
Overnight stay at a Khajuraho hotel.
Day 10: Departure from Khajuraho
After breakfast, you will be dropped off at Khajuraho airport / railway station etc. marking the end of this tour.
Skill level
Beginner:
- can ride for 2-3 hours
- minimal riding experience
- assistance required
- comfortable with curves and leans
- basic experience with unsurfaced roads
- short distance ascents and descents
Location
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Food
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Toll tax, parking, fuel, and driver allowance
- 9 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle
- All type of guide service
- All applicable taxes
- Motorcycle and helmet rental (Royal Enfield 350)
What's not included
- Lunch / dinner / drinks
- Any type of personal expense
- All type of entrance charge
How to get there
Recommended Airports
IXC
Chandigarh Airport
221 km
Transfer not provided
DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport
15 km
Transfer included
Guests will be picked up from their desired place in Delhi without any extra cost.
Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport
Airport transfer included: Indira Gandhi International Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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