The Golden Triangle links India’s capital, the Taj Mahal and the Pink City. Three days is tight, but with a private car and an early start each morning, it’s very doable.
Day 1: Delhi → Agra
Leave Delhi early and take the Yamuna Expressway to Agra — usually around three and a half to four hours. Check in, then visit Agra Fort, the red sandstone Mughal fortress on the river. End the day at Mehtab Bagh for a sunset view of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna.
Day 2: Taj Mahal → Fatehpur Sikri → Jaipur
Be at the Taj Mahal for sunrise, when the marble glows and the crowds are smallest (remember it’s closed on Fridays). After breakfast, drive towards Jaipur, stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar’s abandoned capital, and the deep Chand Baori stepwell at Abhaneri. Arrive in Jaipur by evening.
Day 3: Jaipur → Delhi
Start with Amber Fort in the morning, pause for photos at Jal Mahal, then visit the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and the façade of Hawa Mahal. After lunch, drive back to Delhi (about five hours) for your hotel or airport drop.
Tips for a 3-day trip
- Book the trip outside Friday so you don’t miss the Taj Mahal
- Carry snacks and water for the long drive days
- Pre-book a licensed guide at the Taj and Amber Fort for the history
Want more time? A 4-day version adds a relaxed second day in Jaipur. See all our Golden Triangle packages.
