10 Days-Golden Triangle with Shimla Tour
Key Experiences
- Explore Delhi with guided sightseeing.
- Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra.
- Discover Agra Fort.
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri on the way to Jaipur.
- Explore Amber Fort in Jaipur.
- See the iconic Hawa Mahal.
- Visit City Palace and Jantar Mantar.
- Enjoy Jaipur's colourful bazaars.
- Travel from Kalka to Shimla on the scenic Toy Train.
- Explore Shimla Mall Road and The Ridge.
- Visit Jakhu Temple.
- Discover Kufri and surrounding mountain scenery.
- Enjoy easy Himalayan walks and nature experiences.
- Experience local food, shopping and North Indian culture.
- Combine India's famous Golden Triangle with a Himalayan hill station.
Day By Day Itinerary
1Day 1:Arrival in Delhi
Welcome to India.
On arrival in Delhi, meet your KoiKoi Travel representative and transfer to your hotel.
After check-in, take some time to relax after your journey.
If you arrive early and feel comfortable, you can begin with a short local outing or explore the neighbourhood around your hotel.
Delhi is the starting point of your Golden Triangle with Shimla adventure.
Overnight: Delhi
2Day 2:Delhi Sightseeing
After breakfast, set out to explore Delhi.
Begin with Old Delhi, where you can experience busy streets, colourful markets and local flavours.
Visit Jama Masjid and enjoy a short cycle-rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk if you want a more lively local experience.
Continue to Raj Ghat, followed by sightseeing around India Gate and other important city landmarks.
Depending on your sightseeing schedule, visit Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar.
Return to your hotel after a full day of exploring India's capital.
Overnight: Delhi
3Day 3:Delhi – Agra – Taj Mahal
After breakfast, leave Delhi and drive towards Agra.
On arrival, begin your Agra sightseeing.
The major highlight is the breathtaking Taj Mahal. Take time to explore the monument, surrounding gardens and viewpoints.
Continue to Agra Fort, where you can explore its impressive courtyards, halls and viewpoints.
If time permits, visit a local handicraft centre or explore the area around Agra.
Enjoy the evening at leisure.
Overnight: Agra
4Day 4:Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur
After breakfast, begin your journey towards Jaipur.
En route, stop at Fatehpur Sikri and explore its grand courtyards, gateways and architectural spaces.
Continue towards Jaipur, the colourful capital of Rajasthan.
After check-in, spend the evening exploring the local area.
For an evening full of entertainment, you can optionally enjoy a Rajasthani cultural experience with traditional food, music and folk performances, subject to availability.
Overnight: Jaipur
5Day 5:Jaipur Sightseeing
Today is all about discovering the Pink City.
After breakfast, visit Amber Fort and explore its grand courtyards and hilltop setting.
Continue to Jal Mahal for a photo stop before visiting City Palace.
Explore Jantar Mantar and stop at the famous Hawa Mahal.
Later, enjoy some free time in Jaipur's colourful bazaars.
Shop for textiles, jewellery, handicrafts and traditional souvenirs.
You can also try local favourites such as dal baati churma, kachori and traditional Rajasthani sweets.
Overnight: Jaipur
6Day 6:Jaipur – Delhi
After breakfast, begin your return journey to Delhi.
The drive gives you time to relax after several busy sightseeing days.
On reaching Delhi, check into your hotel.
The rest of the day is free.
You can relax at the hotel or enjoy optional shopping, dining or local experiences depending on your schedule.
7Day 7:Delhi – Kalka – Shimla by Toy Train
Today brings one of the most enjoyable experiences of the entire tour.
After breakfast, transfer to the railway station and travel towards Kalka.
From Kalka, board the famous Kalka-Shimla Toy Train.
The narrow-gauge railway winds through the Himalayan foothills with mountain scenery, forests, valleys and numerous curves along the route. The Kalka-Shimla Railway is part of UNESCO's Mountain Railways of India World Heritage listing.
The journey turns the transfer itself into an experience rather than simply another road journey.
On arrival in Shimla, transfer to your hotel.
Enjoy a relaxed evening in the cool mountain surroundings.
Overnight: Shimla
8Day 8:Shimla Sightseeing
Wake up to fresh Himalayan air.
After breakfast, begin your Shimla sightseeing tour.
Visit The Ridge, Mall Road and Jakhu Temple.
Continue towards Summer Hill and the Himachal State Museum, depending on opening times and the day's schedule.
Spend some time walking around Shimla's pedestrian areas, enjoying cafés, shops and mountain views.
For travellers who enjoy outdoor experiences, add an easy nature walk through the surrounding hills.
Overnight: Shimla
9Day 9:Shimla – Kufri – Kalka – Delhi
After breakfast, head towards Kufri, a popular mountain destination near Shimla.
Enjoy the Himalayan scenery and optional outdoor activities according to season and local operating conditions.
After exploring Kufri, continue towards Kalka for your onward train journey to Delhi.
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel.
Relax after the journey.
Overnight: Delhi
10Day 10:Delhi Departure
Your Golden Triangle with Shimla holiday comes to an end today.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Depending on your departure schedule, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation.
Transfer to Delhi Airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Tour Ends
What's Included
- Accommodation according to the selected hotel category.
- Daily breakfast.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for road transfers and sightseeing.
- Airport and railway station transfers as specified.
- Professional English-speaking local guides where included.
- Sightseeing according to the itinerary.
- Kalka-Shimla Toy Train ticket as specified in the confirmed package.
- Driver allowances.
- Fuel, tolls and parking charges for the planned road journey.
- Applicable government taxes.
- Travel assistance throughout the tour.
What's Excluded
- International or domestic flights.
- Train tickets not specifically listed as included.
- Monument entry fees unless mentioned in the confirmed package.
- Camera and video charges.
- Lunches and dinners unless specifically mentioned.
- Personal expenses.
- Laundry and telephone charges.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Optional activities.
- Travel insurance.
- Medical expenses.
- Any cost caused by delays, weather, train disruptions or circumstances beyond the operator's control.
Why Book With Us
- Experience Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Shimla without having to arrange each section separately.
- The itinerary combines the unforgettable Taj Mahal with the cool mountain scenery of Shimla.
- The Kalka-Shimla Toy Train adds a memorable rail journey between the plains and the Himalayas.
- Enjoy Rajasthani food, Jaipur markets, Delhi street life, local shopping and Himalayan hill culture.
- The itinerary gives you dedicated sightseeing days in Delhi, Jaipur and Shimla instead of trying to squeeze every destination into a few hours.
- KoiKoi Travel can customize hotel categories, sightseeing, activities, train arrangements and travel dates according to your needs.
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