TravelAstu special Golden Triangle Tour with Mathura & Vrindavan – 8 Day

As per flight time TravelAstu representative & driver will be there on Delhi airport to receive you. He will be there with paging board of your name along with logo of Travel Astu so that you can easily recognize him.

We will receive you and take you to hotel. Check-in and relax.

If you are hungry than our driver directly take you to restaurant (this you can decide same time when we meet in the airport).

Afternoon visit:

LOTUS TEMPLE (Monday Closed) located in south of Delhi. It is lotus shaped and has rightly been given the name. It is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. It is open to all faiths and is an ideal place for meditation and obtaining peace and tranquility. Its founder, Bahaullah (1817-1892), is regarded by Bahai as the most recent in the line of Messengers of God that stretches back beyond recorded time and that includes Abraham, Moses, Buddha, Zoroaster, Christ and Muhammad.

QUTUB MINAR: The tallest stone tower in India. Qutub-Minar in red and buff standstone is the highest tower in India. It has a diameter of 14.32 m at the base and about 2.75 m on the top with a height of 72.5 m. Qutbu'd-Din Aibak laid the foundation of Minar in AD 1199 for the use of the mu'azzin (crier) to give calls for prayer and raised the first floor, to which were added three more floors by his successor and son-in-law, Shamsu'd-Din Iltutmish (AD 1211-36). All the storeys are surrounded by a projected balcony encircling the minar and supported by stone brackets, which are decorated with honeycomb design, more conspicuously in the first floor.

Night in Delhi.

Breakfast at hotel.

After breakfast, check-out and start Delhi tour, visiting –

One of the most important buildings of Old Delhi is the RED FORT. The magnificent Red Fort was built during the years 1638 – 48 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. In 1638 Shahjahan transferred his capital from Agra to Delhi and laid the foundations of Shahjahanabad, the seventh city of Delhi. It is enclosed by a rubble stonewall, with bastions, gates and wickets at intervals. Of its fourteen gates, the important ones are the Mori, Lahori, Ajmeri, Turkman, Kashmiri and Delhi gates, some of which have already been demolished. His famous citadel, the Lal-Qila, or the Red Fort, lying at the town's northern end on the right bank or the Yamuna and south of Salimgarh, was begun in 1639 and completed after nine years. The Red Fort is different from the Agra fort and is better planned, because at its back lies the experience gained by Shahjahan at Agra, and because it was the work of one hand. It is an irregular octagon, with two long sides on the east and west, and with two main gates, one on the west and the other on the south, called Lahori and Delhi gates respectively. While the walls, gates and a few other structures in the fort are constructed of red sandstone, marble has been largely used in the palaces.

Continue your tour to JAMA MASJID, one of Asia’s largest mosques. People stream in and out of the mosque continuously and the presence of a nearby bazaar means that the area is rarely quiet.

If you like, you can also visit Asia’s largest spice and dry fruit market in old Delhi.

SWAMINARAYAN AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE (Monday Closed) in New Delhi epitomizes 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss. It brilliantly showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages. The Akshardham experience is an enlightening journey through India’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress, happiness and harmony of mankind.

Then drive to Vrindavan.

Hotel check-in and relax.

Evening if you comfortable than you can go to see Prem Mandir: Prem Mandir in Vrindavan is renowned for its stunning marble architecture, intricate carvings depicting scenes from Lord Krishna's life, and the mesmerizing evening light and sound show that narrates his journey. The temple is built entirely of white Italian marble, showcasing intricate carvings and detailing. TIt's a blend of Rajasthan and Gujarati architectural styles. The walls, floors, and ceilings are adorned with depictions of Krishna Leelas (the divine plays of Lord Krishna) and other scenes from Hindu religious books. The evening light and sound show is a major draw, illuminating the temple with colorful lights and narrating Krishna's life through visuals and sound effects. A musical fountain show adds to the magical atmosphere, with water jets dancing to the tunes of bhajans and kirtans.

Night in Vrindavan.

After breakfast start Mathura and Vrindavan Tour, visiting –

ISKCON Vrindavan: ISKCON Vrindavan, also known as Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir, is famous as a major ISKCON temple dedicated to the worship of Krishna and Balarama, serving as a significant spiritual center for devotees worldwide, and is known for its beautiful architecture and the many aartis performed there. The temple holds deep significance for devotees of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). It represents the fulfilled dream of Srila Prabhupada, the founder of ISKCON, who wished to construct a temple for the worship of Krishna and Balaram in the same village where they played over 5,000 years ago. Situated in the Raman Reti area of Vrindavan, a city in the Braj Bhoomi region, which is of religious importance to Hindus who believe Krishna spent his childhood there.

Maa Vaishno Devi Dham: Vaishno Devi is an incarnation of Devi, the Hindu Mother Goddess. She is also known as Trikuta, Ambe, Mata Rani, and Vaishnavi. The phrases "Maa" and "Mata" are frequently associated with Vaishno Devi. The combined powers of Parvati, Lakshmi, and Saraswati created Vaishno Devi. It is one of the best temples to visit in Vrindavan. The most amazing thing about this temple is the huge statue of Maa Vaishno Devi, which is 141 feet tall. The statue is so big that you can even see it from the national highway. The goddess is dressed in a beautiful red saree and decorated with jewelry and weapons. She sits on a lion, while a large statue of Lord Hanuman kneels next to her, waiting for her blessings. The temple is designed to look like the ones in Jammu, with hills, caves, and lots of greenery. It is located on Chhattikara Road and has cave that display idols of all nine forms of the goddess, each beautifully shown. Maa Vaishno Devi Dham has other facilities too, like a Devi Mandir, a cave for darshan, a dining hall, a free dispensary, a guesthouse, a spiritual hall, a meditation hall, a yoga hall, and a library. It’s a peaceful place for prayer and spiritual growth.

Banke Bihari Temple: The Banke Bihari Mandir in Vrindavan is famous for its unique deity of Lord Krishna in a standing posture, the tradition of "Jhanki Darshan," where the curtain before the deity is drawn every few minutes, allowing only a brief glimpse of the Lord. The temple houses a unique idol of Lord Krishna, known as Banke Bihari, in a playful, child-like form, standing in the Tribhanga posture (bent at the neck, waist, and knee). A unique feature of the Banke Bihari temple is that there are no bells or conchs played inside the temple, as it is believed that Lord Krishna prefers the sound of the flute. The temple holds a unique spiritual aura, where devotees often experience profound emotions upon encountering the deity's divine presence. The temple is known for its unique tradition of "Phool Bangla Seva" where the deity is surrounded by a magnificent structure made of flowers. The temple is also known for its unique tradition of "Charan Darshan," where devotees can touch the lotus feet of the deity, which is believed to bring immense blessings and spiritual purification.

Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple Complex: The Birthplace of Bhagwan Krishna Ji. The temple complex is also connected to other events in Lord Krishna's life, making it deeply symbolic for devotees. The temple has a rich history and is believed to have been built around the prison cell where Krishna was said to have been born. The place has held religious significance since at least the 6th century BCE with findings of religious artifacts in excavations. The temples were destroyed multiple times throughout history, most recently by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in 1670. He built the Shahi Eidgah mosque there, which still stands. Its must visit place of India.

The drive to Agra. Reach Hotel. Check-in and relax.

Night in Agra.

Early morning sunrise visit to Incredible Taj Mahal (6 AM). (Friday Closed)

TAJ MAHAL (Friday closed)- Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.

After Taj Mahal, back to hotel for breakfast, have breakfast.

After little relaxing, check-out and proceed for the sightseeing of Agra.

AGRA FORT – The red sandstone structure is surrounded by chahar-bagh, a four-square formal garden. Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone.  Ensconced within is the picture-perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction. It lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. Akbar built it as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.

After Agra Fort, we will visit BABY TAJ or the ITMAD-UD-ULLAH – The interiors of which are considered better than the Taj. One of the most beautiful Mughal tombs, Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb was built by Nur Jahan, the Empress of Jahangir for her father in 1628. The tomb is a resting place of the powerful personality in Mughal Court, Itmad-Ud-Daulah, whose life is very interesting. Formerly a very poor Persian merchant then named Mirza Ghiyas or Ghiyas Beg he became a minister and a trusted treasure in Akbar's court. After Akbar's death in 1605, his son Jahangir rose into power. Jahangir made Ghiyas Beg his chief minister and honored him with the title of Itmad-Ud-Daulah, the Pillar of State. Later, Jahangir met a beautiful daughter of Ghiyas Beg named Mehr-Un-Nissa and married her. Mehr-Un-Nissa soon played a significant role in the Jahangir's court and was called Nur Mahal, the light of the Place. Owing to her influence, her father and brother were granted with privileges in the court. When Ghiyas beg (Itmad-Un-Daulah) dies in 1622, Nur Mahal decided to build a mausoleum for him. Queen Mumtaz Mahal or the lady of the Taj was also from this prevailing family. The mausoleum is entirely made of white marble and graced with intricate decoration of inlay work, and marble-screen work belonging to the Islamic style. With its tranquil, small garden on the bank of Yamuna River, the tomb stands impressively elegant from a distance.

If you interested, we will take you Mehrab Garden – Taj View Point to see Taj Mahal from back side with view of River Yamuna. Its most famous spot to take breath-taking photos of Taj Mahal and very famous between photography lovers.

Night in Agra.

After breakfast, check-out and drive to Jaipur.

One the way visit to Abhaneri village to see Chand Baori step-well and then Galta ji temple on Aravali hill with driver.

ABHANERI CHAND BAORI STEPWELL VIALLAGE: Chand Baori, located in Abhaneri near Jaipur, is famous for being one of the deepest and largest stepwells in India, renowned for its intricate, symmetrical design with 3500 steps arranged over 13 stories, and its architectural sophistication.  Those 3500 steps cascading down into a massive tank at the bottom. The structure was designed for water conservation purposes, a crucial aspect of life in the arid region of Rajasthan. The stepwell features an intricate criss-cross pattern of steps, arranged in a diamond-setting geometry, and has pillared corridors on one side. Chand Baori was built in the 9th century, and it is considered one of the oldest surviving stepwells in the country. The stepwell has double flights of steps on each of its ten landings on all three sides and the fourth side has a pillared corridor of many stories. The north wall contains two projected offsets to house a niche in each of them, which serve as shrines, one for Ganesha and the other for Mahishasuramardini.

GALTA JI TEMPLES COMPLEX ON ARAVALI HILLS: Amazing geography and architecture, the temple is set in between the mountains. Best place in Rajasthan. Galta Ji Temple in Jaipur is famous for its seven holy water tanks (kunds) with the "Galta Kund", natural springs, and the large population of monkeys that roam freely around the temple complex, earning it the nickname "Monkey Temple".  The water flows from a rock shaped like a cow's head ("Gaumukh") into the tanks. The temple complex is carved into the Aravalli hills and features intricate carvings, hidden shrines, and natural caves.

Proceed for Jaipur.

Jaipur is the capital of the state of Rajasthan a romantic realm of resplendent palaces, mighty fortresses and regal Maharajahs that lies in the western deserts and is an utterly unique part of India. Proudly belonging to the KSHATRIYA warrior caste and fiercely independent, the Rajput princes made fearsome foes. However, many of them realized that to maintain their wealth and authority locally, it was expedient to proclaim allegiance to the central power. Thus, many enjoyed a privileged position under the Mughal emperors and also the British Raj that followed.

The bustling Rajasthan capital of Jaipur takes its name from its venerated founder Jai Singh II, who was given the title Sawai Maharaja by the Mughal. Literally translated this would mean ’one and a quarter’, suggesting that the Mughal thought this emperor to be more valuable than just ‘one’. Jaipur is known as the ’Pink City’ on account of the distinctive color of its buildings. This did not, however, form part of the original plan, but dates back to 1856, when the city was given a wash of pink in honor of a state visit from Prince Albert.

Night in Jaipur.

Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for a morning excursion will be taken to the Amber Fort.

Enjoy the fort ascent on elephant back in a royal manner. (Elephant ride in Amber Fort, if you like to have. If not than we will take you directly to fort. )

AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I.

Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression.

Also stop in JAL MAHAL (WATER PALACE) to click some photos.

CITY PALACE - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.

JANTAR MANTAR - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country.  This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.

HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.

This evening is free for you to relax or explore independently. You can also visit local market of Jaipur. Shopping is superb in Jaipur, particularly for gold and silver jewellery, pottery, tie-dye materials, silk, saris, wooden handicrafts and carpets.

If you like, we will also take you to ALBERT HALL MUSEUM - The Albert Hall Museum in Jaipur is the oldest museum of the state and functions as the state museum of Rajasthan, India. The building is situated in Ram Niwas garden outside the city wall opposite new gate and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The museum is famous for its extensive collection of artefacts, paintings, sculptures, and other historical items that showcase the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan. Its beautiful architecture, a vast collection of artifacts, and its central location in the city.

And then Laxmi Narayan Birla Temple and Moti Dungri Ganesh Ji temple to perform Aarti ceremony.

Overnight in Jaipur.

After breakfast, check-out and drive to Delhi.

In Delhi, visit -

The tour will begin with a visit to RAJ GHAT, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. He is also famously known as the “father of the nation”.

The tour also includes a drive past the imposing INDIA GATE, the PARLIAMENT BUILDING and the RASTRAPATHI BHAWAN (President’s residence).

Evening Activity: A standout cultural highlight of your time in Delhi is an invitation to the Family Table India experience. Hosted by a local Hindu family, this is more than just a meal; it is a deep dive into Indian traditions. You will participate in a live cooking demonstration, enjoy an authentic home-cooked dinner, and engage in memorable cultural fun—from Henna (Mehendi) art and Sari-draping for women travelers to lighthearted music and dance.

Night in Delhi.

As per your flight time, we will transfer you to Delhi airport for flight back home with sweet memories of north part of India with Team Travel Astu.