What are the 2 quintessential elements of the perfect holiday – the ladies would say culture and the men would say Golf. Well, we got you both in one terrific, 11 Nights, 12 Days itinerary. The Golden Triangle with Golf Tour takes you to the best golf courses in India, besides the culturally insightful Golden Triangle Tour that has been intentionally integrated to offer you the best of everything. The tour begins from Delhi, completes the Golden Triangle corridor via Jaipur and Agra and later proceeds to the best golf courses in Mumbai
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Delhi, the Empress of Indian cities has a fascinating history and a stimulating present. She has often been sacked and left naked and desolate. But she could not be despoiled of the incomparable situation that marks her for the metropolis of a Great Empire. The capital of India, Delhi has been the seat of power of a number of dynasties – the Rajputs, the Afghans, the Turks and the Mughals who continued their imperial line until the British. Scattered over are surviving ruins, remnants of mighty edifices, tombs of warriors and saints, which in an impressive sense of magnificence are memorials not of a single city but of supplanted nations.
On arrival in Delhi assistance will be provided at the airport and transfer to hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 02: Delhi:
Morning after breakfast combined sightseeing of Old and New Delhi will be provided with drive past Red Fort, built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan, Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana- the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Also drive past Chandni Chowk, shopping centre and visiting New Delhi Qutab Minar built by Qutab-ud-din-Aibek in 1199, India Gate (War memorial arch), Lakshminarayan Temple – a modern Hindu temple. Aslo drive past President’s House, Parliament House, Governement Secretariat Buildings.
Afternoon proceed for Delhi Golf club to pay Golf:
Delhi Golf Club : Address: Dr. Zakir Hussain Marg, New Delhi 110003
Holes: 18 Yardage: 6869/5859
Par: 72
Undulating fairways, lush vegetation, deep bunkers are all part of this 1931 course. Renovated in 1977 by Peter Thompson it also offers winter golfing. While golfing you will play past historical monuments such as the red sandstone Lal Bangla and the tomb of an emperor’s favorite concubine. It is a sanctuary for over 300 bird species and features over 200 different kinds of trees.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03: Delhi:
Morning proceed for full day Golf play at Jaypee Green – Golf Club Noida, NOIDA (U.P.)
Measuring about 1500 sq ft in area, the pro shop at the Jaypee greens stocks top-of-the –line, advanced golfing equipment and accessories of quality that is at par with the latest and the best in the international market or at any of the international golf courses across the globe, showcased on the shelves are not only clubs, balls, trees, apparels and other usual golfing kits, but also a wide array of golf stationery , add-ons, newsletters, magazines, periodicals and guidebooks, besides mementos and umpteen other corporate gift items.
The shop caters to the needs of men , ladies and children golfer of all socio-economic , it functions is sync with the Greg Norman designed 18-hole Jaypee greens golf course and aids both members and walks –in (‘rookie’) golfers with its wide range of golf products and bric-a-brac. In fact, even indoor practice-mats and golf – specific workout gargets have been stocked here!
What’s more , the professional shop at Jaypee greens is open to business on all the days of the week , (except Monday being a close day for the golf course) from early morning till date in the evening.
The strategic location of the pro shop , that is being close to the change rooms, the registration desk and the drive range , leads it the added advantage of better visibility and convenience to member golfers.
An historical course on the location of the Battle of Delhi. Some water hazards as per a water drain that runs through fairways 8, 10, 11, and 17. A large lake is featured on the 7th hole which is also the tighest.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04: Del – Agra:
Morning proceed for Agra by surface.
On arrival in Agra, check in at hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5: Agra
Morning Proceed for city tour of Agra visiting Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Taj Mahal (1631-1653), a poem in white marble, built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaj Mahal. As a tribute to a beautiful woman and as a monument for enduring love, the Taj reveals its subtleties when one visits it without being in a hurry. The dome is made of white marble, but the tomb is set against the plain across the river and it is this background that works its magic of colours that, through their reflection, change the view of the Taj. The colours change at different hours of the day and during different seasons. Like a jewel, the Taj sparkles in moonlight when the semi-precious stones inlaid into the white marble on the main mausoleum catch the glow of the moon. The Taj is pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden when the moon shines. These changes, they say, depict the different moods of woman.
(Decorated rickshaw ride to Taj from Jaypee Palace hotel Gate provided)
Agra Fort: Built alongside the Yamuna river stretching almost 2.5 km. The fort’s colossal double walls rise 20 m in height and measure 2.5 km in circumference. The fort is surrounded by a moat. The lofty battlements of the Agra fort cast its protective shadow over the far stretching mansions of nobles and princes built along the riverfront. The magnificent towers, bastions and ramparts and majestic gateways symbolized the confidence and power of the third Mughal emperor. The fort contains splendid palaces both in red sandstone and white marble built by two generations of prolific builders, Akbar and later on by Jahangir and Shahjahan. Of the nearly 500 Akbari buildings built in the Bengal and Gujarati traditions, only a few have survived, arrayed in a band on the riverfront.
Afternoon play Golf at Agra Golf Club.
Holes: 9
Play golf with the Taj Mahal as your background. Tall trees border the course.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06: Agra – Jaipur:
Morning proceed for Jaipur by surface. enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Fathepur Sikri, (40 Kms away from Agra Fatehpur Sikri was built during 1571 and 1585. Today this ghost city has a population of about 30,000. This deserted city has retained many of the old structures, because of the efforts of the Archaeological department . Fatehpur Sikri is one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendour at its height. Though the city is in ruins, it is a place to v isit if one comes to Agra.But in real terms Fatehpur Sikri is a place where one should spend some time. The sunset over the ruins is sight to cherish.
Fatehpur Sikri is the best example of the culmination of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Fatehpur Sikri Mosque is said to be a copy of the mosque in Mecca and has designs, derived from the Persian & Hindu architecture. Continue drive to Jqipur. Jaipur is where the enduring charisma of the past blends with the throbbing vitality of today. Where a colorful cast of characters – from printers and potters to artists and antique dealers – present a fascinating picture of a city that is alive to both tradition and change.
Raja Jai Singh, the founder of Jaipur was no ordinary man. He was a scholar and an astronomer, keenly sensitive to beauty, a formidable general, who tempered power with wisdom. In building Jaipur, Jai Singh’s vision took him beyond architectural beauty for in the sprawling, barren plains beneath Amber, the former capital, he gave India its first planned city, which has remained unique in two and a half centuries. Jai Singh made Jaipur a haven and it became a center of commerce and religion.
Today, Jaipur has spread far beyond the pink crenulated walls that once defined its boundaries. It presents a fascinating picture of a city where growth, evolution and change are sustained by tradition.
On arrival check in at hotel.
Day 07: Jaipur:
Morning Proceed for city tour of Jaipur Visit ‘Hawa Mahal’ (Palace of Winds) an elaborate building encrusted with delicate honeycomb screens and carved balconies from which the royal ladies, confined to their quarters, could view the world outside. Jai Singh’s Observatory built in the 17th century by the founder of Jaipur who, besides being a prince was also soldier, astronomer and builder. City Palace, a part is now a museum that contains fine Rajput and Mughul paintings, rare manuscripts and an armoury, old carpets, and even amazingly embroidered clothes of the Maharajas and the Maharanis.
collection.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Jaipur
Leave for excursion to Amber Fort where Elephant Ride will be provided subject to availability of Elephants otherwise will provide Jeeps.
*Just 7 miles north of Jaipur is Amber with its a honey-coloured fortress-palace in the Aravalli Hills which can be mounted by elephant. It has been described as “the sleeping beauty of Rajasthan”. The sombre exterior belies the richness of the royal apartments, which open on to striking views of the gorge. It also possesses a Chamber of Mirrors. The Hall of Victory presents a galaxy of decorative art – panels of alabaster with fine inlay work of the tenderness hues.
Afternoon play Golf at Rambagh Golf ClubThere is only one recognized golf club in Jaipur – Rambagh Golf Club which is located just adjacent to the hotel Rambagh Palace and at a distance of 05 – 07 kms from all the other good hotels.
It has 18 holes – 17 green + 01 brown , Par – 71 ( recognized by Indian golf union)
Timings – 0600 hrs to 1830 hrs.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 09: Jaipur – Bombay (9W – K 2056 – 0755/0945 hrs.)
2056 – 0755/0945 hrs.)
Morning transfer to airport to board flight for Bombay.
Arrive Bombay airport. Meeting/assistance at airport and transfer to hotel. Full day play Golf.
Chembur Presidency Golf Club
Address: Dr. Choitram Gidwani Road, Chembur, Bombay 400 074
Holes: 18
Yardage: 6223/5463
Par: 70/72
First built in 1827 then re-designed by Peter Thompson with the Indian Ocean winds in mind. Excellent greens, tight fairways and an unusual hazard at the 16th hole, an elephant pit. It is not a difficult course; not to narrow, not too long and yet not an easy course to break par.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Bombay
An hours boat ride from the Gateway, the tranquil forested island of Elephanta is one of the most atmospheric places in Bombay. Populated only by a small fishing community it makes a wonderful contrast to the seething claustrophobia of the city, even when crowded with day trippers at weekends. Originally known as Gharapuri, the island was renamed in the sixteenth century by the Portuguese in honour of the carved elephant they found at the port. Its chief attraction is the unique cave temple whose massive Trimurti Shiva sculpture is a fine example of Hindu architecture. The cave temples were excavated between the 5th and 8th centuries. The island is just an hour away by motor launch and the caves are reached by a stairway up the hillside from the ferry landing.
Later leave for city tour of Mumbai visiting Chowpatti, Gateway of India, Prince Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat (open laundry), Malabar hill, Hanging garden, Kamla Nehru park, Haji Ali Mosque, Marine drive (Queen’s necklees) Mahalakshmi Temple etc
In time transfer to airport to connect flight for onward destination leaving during early hours on Day 11.
