Golden Triangle with Haridwar, Mumbai & Goa

Early in the morning, get transferred to New Delhi railway station to board train for Haridwar. The best comfortable way of approaching Haridwar from Delhi is by train- a superior quality air-conditioned class Shatabdi train reaches you Haridwar within just 5hours in very relax way. Upon arrival you will check in at a hotel and relax. Thereafter you will proceed for half-day tour of Haridwar. Haridwar or 'the Gateway to the Gods' is one of the seven holiest places according to Hindu mythology, as the Gods are believed to have left their footprints in Haridwar. The town stands as the gateway to the other three important pilgrimages of Uttrakhand - Rishikesh, Badrinath and Kedarnath. Visit Har-Ki-Pauri, the sacred ghat was constructed by King Vikramaditya in the memory of his brother Bhartrihari. The golden reflection of floral diyas in the river Ganges is the most enchanting sight in the twilight during the Ganga aarti ceremony at the ghat. Drive past the other bathing ghats at the Ganga river, where pilgrims come to take a di. It is believed that all your sins get washed away if you take dip in Ganga River at Haridwar. Thereafter, visit the Mansadevi Temple. This temple atop the Bilwa Parvat offers a panoramic view of Haridwar, the Ganges, and the countryside. 

After breakfast you will drive to Rishikesh for half-day tour. One of the holiest cities in India, Rishikesh is not just known for its religious connection, but also for its stunning landscape. Surrounded by the Shivalik Range on three sides, with Holy River Ganga River flowing through it, Rishikesh is truly an ethereal experience. Visit the Lakshman Jhula, a suspended bridge across the Ganga. Legend has it that Lakshman crossed a bridge made of jute ropes here. The view from the bridge is panoramic mountains, the river, the temples and the ashrams. Later, visit Muni-ki-Reti, literally, the sands of the sages. The sandy banks of the Ganga have been used by the sages for meditation for years, thus giving the area its name. Muni-ki-Reti is known for the many ashrams that dot the area. The Beatles too visited the now closed Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram here in the sixties. Post sightseeing, drive back to Haridwar and relax. 

After breakfast, proceed to visit the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, at a height of approximately 5500 feet. Legend goes that this was the spot where Lord Shiva drank the venom which arose from the churning of the seas. The deadly poison turned his neck blue, giving him the name 'Neelkanth', or the one with blue neck. The temple complex has a natural spring, where devotees take a holy bath. The main shrine of the temple comprises a Shiva lingam (phallic form of Lord Shiva). Later in evening drive to Haridwar railway station to board train to Delhi. Upon arrival New Delhi railway station you will be given transfer to hotel; check in at a hotel & relax. 

After breakfast, check out and proceed for half-day city tour of Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, which is the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. The courtyard of the mosque can hold about 25,000 worshipers. Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi, noisy, chaotic and uniquely Indian. Later drive past Red Fort, which was constructed during the rule of Emperor Shah Jahan and served as the residence for the Mughal royal family; President House and several other government buildings in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi before you head to Rajghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. This simple memorial marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Post sightseeing, drive to Agra. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. 

Today after breakfast, check out and proceed for city sightseeing. History says Agra was founded by Sultan Sikander Lodi in 1504. But it flourished much later under Mughal patronage. If it's Agra, Taj Mahal (closed every Friday) has to be your halt. The white marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal on the banks of Yamuna, is the ultimate epitome of love. Owing to beautiful Mughal architecture, Taj features among the New Seven Wonders of The World. Next visit the Agra Fort, which was commissioned in 1565 by Akbar, and subsequently embellished by other Mughal Emperors. The beautiful yet forbidding structure houses many exquisite palaces, and is a handsome example of Mughal architecture. Later in afternoon drive to Jaipur. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri, which was built by the Emperor Akbar and is home to many historical buildings. Akbar wanted to make Fatehpur Sikri his headquarters. It is the best example of the amalgamation of Hindu and Muslim architecture. The Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti enshrines the burial place of the Sufi saint who lived a religious life here. Today, Fatehpur Sikri is a UNESCO World heritage site. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in at a hotel and relax. Overnight in Jaipur.

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing. Visit the Amer Fort dating back to the 16th century that displays private halls, pavilions, former private chambers of the King and royal Rajput women. The reflection of this fort falling on the Maota Lake is truly captivating. Enjoy an Elephant ride here. Explore the City Palace consisting of former private and public chambers, silver vessels, courtyards, gateways, private chambers of the King and lot more. Later visit the Jantar Mantar which is an astronomical observatory that features the World’s largest Sundial - Samrat Yantra. Then visit the Hawa Mahal - a five-story palace built-in 1799 during Rajput rule. It is popularly known for its intricately-designed 953 windows adorned with spectacular latticework. Later, the afternoon is kept free to visit the famous markets of textiles, gems, carpets, and handicrafts. Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs. 

After early breakfast you will be given transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai Airpot, you will proceed for half day city sightseeing. Mumbai is the commercial capital of India, and a fast paced, cosmopolitan city. Visit the Gateway of India, situated at Apollo Bunder. It was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911. Next, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, which houses a priceless collection of art, sculpture, china and other antiques. Drive past the Victoria Terminus, Mumbai University and Rajabai Clock Tower. Make a photo stop at Dhobi Ghat, the open-air laundry of the city. Also drive past Marine Drive, Chowpatty Beach, the Parsi Towers of Silence and Malabar Hill. Later visit Mani Bhavan, the old Mumbai residence of Mahatma Gandhi. It's a pretty, two-storied structure that showcases well-preserved memorabilia, including an old charkha or spinning wheel that Gandhiji used to use. 

After breakfast, you will be given transfer to airport to board flight for Goa. Upon arrival you will check in at a hotel and relax (hereafter no vehicle).

After breakfast, day is free at leisure for your own activities (No vehicle hereafter). 

After breakfast, day is free at leisure for your own activities (No vehicle hereafter). 

After breakfast, day is free at leisure for your own activities (No vehicle hereafter). 

After breakfast, day is free at leisure for your own activities (No vehicle hereafter). 

After breakfast, you will be given transfer to Goa airport to board connecting flight from Mumbai; henceforth your journey ends with sweet memories.