CULINARY DELIGHTS OF THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE
CULINARY DELIGHTS OF THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE
Relish the sights and flavours of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur on this wonderful journey into the cultural and gastronomic heart of India.
Few countries offer as much diversity in food as India and you will have the opportunity to learn about spices and Indian cookery tips in various places, participate in live cooking demonstrations, culminating in a fantastic chance to buy your own ingredients in a local market, cook them under the supervision of a local expert and enjoy the fruits of your labour with a local family.
Day 1 Delhi
Met at Delhi International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka, New Delhi
Overnight : Vivanta By Taj Dwarka, Delhi
Meals : Dinner
Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka, New Delhi
Overnight : Vivanta By Taj Dwarka, Delhi
Meals : Dinner
Day 2 Delhi
Proceed for Delhi sightseeing. Today you will drive to Old Delhi and visit Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, the bustling markets in Chandni Chowk and drive past the Red Fort. Take a Rickshaw ride. Visit Gandhi Smriti museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, Humayun's tomb and India Gate.
In the evening, interact with the chef at your hotel and learn about Indian food and the art of preparing Indian delicacies.
Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka, New Delhi
Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka, New Delhi
Day 3 Delhi - Agra - Bharatpur
Depart after breakfast and drive to Agra. Visit the majestic Taj Mahal (closed every Friday) and the Red Fort. Visit an Indian home for a cookery lesson and lunch. Continue to the historic city of Bharatpur, once known as the 'impregnable city' and now the gateway to Keoladeo National Park, an outstanding bird sanctuary and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Check in at the Laxmi Vilas Palace (Heritage Hotel). Or the adjacent sister property, Laxmi Niwas Palace (completed in 2008, built in the same style as the much older Laxmi Vilas Palace).
Overnight: Laxmi Vilas Palace or Laxmi Niwas Palace.
Overnight: Laxmi Vilas Palace or Laxmi Niwas Palace.
Day 4 Bharatpur
Visit Keoladeo National Park. Bharatpur is famous as one of Asia's finest birding areas, with over 350 resident and migrant species. A rickshaw puller will take you inside the park and a naturalist will be there to share his knowledge of bird species.
The rest of the day is free for independent activities or simply relax in the hotel grounds.
In the evening, participate in a live cooking demo at the hotel.
Overnight: Laxmi Vilas Palace or Laxmi Niwas Palace.
Overnight: Laxmi Vilas Palace or Laxmi Niwas Palace.
Day 5 Bharatpur - Jaipur
(210 km / 5 hours)
En route to Jaipur, visit Umaid lake palace, a quaint place in rural Rajasthan at Kalakho. Participate in the cooking demonstration at Umaid lake palace and enjoy the lunch you helped to cook. Afterwards, continue your drive to Jaipur.
Overnight: Ikaki Niwas, one of the most adorable homestays in Rajasthan.
Overnight : Ikaki Niwas (homestay), Jaipur
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
En route to Jaipur, visit Umaid lake palace, a quaint place in rural Rajasthan at Kalakho. Participate in the cooking demonstration at Umaid lake palace and enjoy the lunch you helped to cook. Afterwards, continue your drive to Jaipur.
Overnight: Ikaki Niwas, one of the most adorable homestays in Rajasthan.
Overnight : Ikaki Niwas (homestay), Jaipur
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6 Jaipur
Visit Amer, ancient capital of Amber to explore the fabulous Amber Fort. Also visit the City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory and have a photo stop outside Hawa Mahal, the 'Palace of Winds'.
Later, accompanied by your host, visit the local vegetable market and hone your haggling skills as you buy local produce. Along with your host, you will cook the produce you bought under expert supervision. Then enjoy your home-cooked meal with your hosts.
Overnight: Ikaki Niwas.
Meals : Breakfast and Dinner
Overnight: Ikaki Niwas.
Meals : Breakfast and Dinner
Day 7 Delhi
(250 km / 6 hours)
Drive back to Delhi. Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka, New Delhi
Overnight : Vivanta By Taj Dwarka, Delhi
Meals : Breakfast
Drive back to Delhi. Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka, New Delhi
Overnight : Vivanta By Taj Dwarka, Delhi
Meals : Breakfast
Day 8 Depart
Transfer to the airport to board flight for your onward destination.
Meals : Breakfast
Meals : Breakfast
This private tour can be tailor-made to your own
specifications with a choice of alternative
accommodation, and duration.