15Nov2026
15 – 23 Nov 2026
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from€2,390
20 seats available
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India: the Golden Triangle
Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Jaipur with flights and a Greek coordinator
5.0(1) Code ITH-IN-01
- Duration9 days · 7 nights
- DestinationsIndia
- Group with a Greek-speaking tour leader10–20 people
- LevelModerate
- Tour leaderGreek · English
- FlightsIncluded
- Minimum ageFrom age 10
Overview
The Golden Triangle is the classic way to get to know India: three cities, three chapters of history and a journey that fits into nine days. In Delhi you walk from the lanes of Old Delhi to Humayun's Tomb, in Agra you wait for sunrise in front of the Taj Mahal and in Jaipur you climb the forts and wander the bazaars of the Pink City.
Between the monuments there is everyday life: a rickshaw ride, a spice market and a cooking class in a family home. We travel by comfortable coach, with Ithaka's Greek coordinator and local guides. The pace is gentle, but with long hours on the road on the transfer days.
Highlights
- India Gate and Old Delhi by rickshaw through Chandni Chowk
- Humayun's Tomb, forerunner of the Taj Mahal
- The Taj Mahal at dawn and sunset from Mehtab Bagh
- Agra Fort above the Yamuna
- Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar's abandoned city
- The Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort and the City Palace
- A spice market and a cooking class in a family home
- The bazaars of Jaipur: bangles, textiles and pottery
Accommodation
4★ hotels in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
- Delhi: 4★ hotel in a central area (2 nights at the start and 1 at the end)
- Agra: 4★ hotel (1 night)
- Jaipur: 4★ hotel in a central area (3 nights)
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners, with a cooking class and lunch
Transport
Scheduled flights and private air-conditioned coach
Itinerary
9 days, stop by stop. Open a day to see what is planned: the map shows where you will be.
Day1 Athens → Delhi: departureAthens → Delhi
We meet at Athens airport with your Greek coordinator and fly to Delhi on a scheduled flight with one connection. Depending on the schedule, we arrive in India overnight or early in the morning: a first drive through a city that is just waking up, then rest at the hotel.
- Flight
Day2 Delhi: India Gate and welcome dinnerDelhi
After resting at the hotel, we drive through New Delhi: broad avenues, the government buildings and India Gate, the war memorial where families gather as the light softens. A first taste of India at a welcome dinner of fragrant curries and warm naan.
- Coach
- Dinner
Day3 Old Delhi and Humayun's TombDelhi (Old Delhi)
Old Delhi: the Jama Masjid and a cycle-rickshaw ride through the maze of Chandni Chowk, among tangled wires, sacks of spices and the smell of frying samosas. In the afternoon, Humayun's Tomb, a Mughal garden-tomb in red sandstone and white marble that foreshadows the Taj Mahal.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Lunch
Day4 Delhi → Agra: the Fort and sunsetDelhi → Agra
By coach to Agra. After lunch, Agra Fort, a red sandstone fortress-palace above the Yamuna with marble halls and lattice screens. At sunset we cross to Mehtab Bagh, on the opposite bank, to watch the Taj Mahal glow in the last light.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Dinner
Day5 Taj Mahal at dawn and Fatehpur SikriAgra → Jaipur
Dawn at the Taj Mahal: the marble shifts from pearl grey to pink as the sun rises, when the light is at its softest. After breakfast we set off for Jaipur, stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city Emperor Akbar built and abandoned. A long day on the road, with the Rajasthani landscape unfolding at the window.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Lunch
Day6 Jaipur: Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort and City PalaceJaipur
Jaipur, the Pink City, starts at the Hawa Mahal, its facade of almost a thousand latticed windows glowing in the morning light. We go up by jeep to Amber Fort, with its mirrored halls and ramparts along the ridge, and end at the City Palace, still partly home to the former royal family. In the afternoon, the bazaars.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day7 Jaipur: spice market and cooking classJaipur
A day for the flavours of Rajasthan. We stroll with a local cook through a market of spices, vegetables and fresh herbs, then in a family home learn to blend masalas, knead dough and cook a few classic dishes, which we eat together for lunch. Free afternoon in the bazaars or for a rest.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Lunch
Day8 Jaipur → Delhi and farewell dinnerJaipur → Delhi
We leave Jaipur for Delhi, a day on the road with stops for tea and photographs. We arrive in the evening, with time to repack and a farewell dinner to share the best moments: the Taj at dawn, Amber, the scents of the market. Night at the hotel before the flight home.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Dinner
Day9 Delhi → AthensDelhi → Athens
Early transfer to the airport and flight to Athens on a scheduled service with one connection. You return home with a bag of spices, a scarf from the Jaipur bazaars and the memory of an India that is noisy, colourful and generous.
- Flight
- Breakfast
Dates and prices
Prices are per person in a double room. Choose your departure and book online in just a few minutes.
6Dec2026
6 – 14 Dec 2026
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27Dec2026
27 Dec 2026 – 4 Jan 2027
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17Jan2027
17 – 25 Jan 2027
from€2,510
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7Feb2027
7 – 15 Feb 2027
from€2,580
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21Feb2027
21 Feb – 1 Mar 2027
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7Mar2027
7 – 15 Mar 2027
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21Mar2027
21 – 29 Mar 2027
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from€2,270
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18Oct2027
18 – 26 Oct 2027
−10% off
1Nov2027
1 – 9 Nov 2027
from€2,390
20 seats available
15Nov2027
15 – 23 Nov 2027
−8% off
6Dec2027
6 – 14 Dec 2027
from€2,440
20 seats available
27Dec2027
27 Dec 2027 – 4 Jan 2028
from€2,870
20 seats available
- Single room: supplement of €520
- Children aged 2 to 11: 80% of the adult price
- Infants under 2: €280
What is included
Included in the price
- Scheduled flights from Athens (ATH) with one connection, airport taxes included
- 7 nights in 4★ hotels in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
- Daily breakfast, 4 lunches and 4 dinners as shown in the itinerary
- Private air-conditioned coach for all journeys and transfers
- Ithaka's Greek coordinator and local English-speaking guides
- Entrance fees to the monuments in the programme, including the Taj Mahal and Amber
- Jeep ascent to Amber Fort
- Cycle-rickshaw ride through Old Delhi
- Cooking class in a family home, with lunch and a market visit
Not included
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel and cancellation insurance (optional, available as an extra)
- Any visa or e-visa and related fees, depending on nationality
- Tips for guides, drivers and staff
- Personal expenses, souvenirs and optional activities
- Single-room supplement
Optional extras
- Basic travel insuranceCover for medical expenses, assistance and baggage during the trip, calculated as a percentage of the total…
- Travel insurance with cancellation coverIncludes the basic cover plus a refund of cancellation costs, with broader cancellation reasons, within the…
- Private transfer to and from Athens airportA private car with driver from your address in Athens to the airport and back, so that your trip starts and…
- Extra night before or after the tripOne or more nights in a 4★ hotel with breakfast, in Athens before departure or at the last destination after…
- Departure from ThessalonikiFor travellers in northern Greece: a connecting flight from and to Thessaloniki, so you can join the group…
- Premium economy upgradeMore legroom, a more comfortable seat and a better meal on intercontinental flights. Price per person,…
- Optional excursions packageAn amount per person for the optional excursions your coordinator suggests during the trip, such as a scenic…
- Visa and e-visa assistanceWe complete and submit your visa or electronic travel authorisation application where one is required.…
- Extra checked bagOne additional suitcase in the hold, up to the weight the airline allows (usually 20–23 kg), outward and…
- Farewell gala dinnerA multi-course dinner with local wines and a toast, in a special venue in the final city chosen by your…
Useful information
Documents and visas
A passport valid for at least six months after your return is required. Entry requirements for India depend on nationality and may change: we will send you up-to-date guidance after booking and help with any e-visa. For vaccinations, please consult your doctor.
Best time to go
October to March is the dry and most pleasant period. October and November are warm, December and January bring cool mornings and frequent fog, which can blur the Taj Mahal and delay journeys, while February and March are mild.
Physical fitness
The pace is gentle, but the days are full, with many hours on the coach on transfer days and early starts, especially for the Taj Mahal. You walk on paved courtyards, steps and busy streets, in heat and dust. No special fitness is needed, but stamina and patience help.
What to pack
Light, comfortable clothes covering shoulders and knees, out of respect for temple and mosque customs. A scarf, hat, sunglasses and sun cream. Shoes that slip off easily, a cardigan for cool winter mornings and hand sanitiser. Drink only bottled water.
Traveller reviews
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The Taj Mahal at sunrise, with a coordinator always at hand
India can make your head spin, which is why I wanted to travel with a coordinator. The Taj Mahal in the morning, its pink light reflected in the long pool, was everything I had imagined and more. In Jaipur we went up to Amber Fort and lost ourselves in the spice market. The hotels were comfortable, and our coordinator advised us on what to eat and where.
FAQ
What if winter fog hides the Taj Mahal at dawn?
In December and January morning fog can blur the monument, especially at sunrise. The programme gives you two chances: dawn at the Taj Mahal and sunset from Mehtab Bagh, on the opposite bank. We cannot control the weather, but the coordinator and the guide choose the best moment.
Is the food very spicy, and is the water safe?
Indian cuisine ranges from mild to fiery: you can ask for gentler versions and there are always simple alternatives. As a precaution we recommend sealed bottled water only, even for brushing teeth, and avoiding ice and raw vegetables outside the meals in the programme. For specific precautions, consult your doctor.
How many hours do we spend on the coach?
The longest legs are Delhi–Agra, Agra–Jaipur with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, and Jaipur–Delhi: each takes several hours, which Indian traffic can stretch. We stop for tea and comfort breaks. On the other days journeys are short and the coach is comfortable and air-conditioned.
How do I deal with pushy sellers and crowds?
In India sellers can be persistent and streets are crowded and noisy: a firm but polite 'no, thank you' is usually enough. The guide and coordinator help you in the bazaars and on the move; keep bags zipped in front of you and valuables at the hotel. The first impact can be intense, but you adapt quickly.
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