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Golden Triangle Tour: Delhi, Agra & Jaipur Road Trip in 3 Days

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The ultimate cultural circuit covering Yamuna Expressway, Taj Mahal, Amer Fort, and authentic Rajasthani thalis.

The Golden Triangle (Delhi - Agra - Jaipur) is India's most iconic tourist circuit. Spanning 720 km of world-class highways, here is how to execute the ideal 3-day road trip.

Day 1: Delhi to Agra via Yamuna Expressway (230 km - 3.5 Hours)

Cruise along India's fastest access-controlled tollway. Reach Agra by mid-morning to explore the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Savor local Bedai & Jalebi at Deviram Sweets.

Day 2: Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri (240 km - 4.5 Hours)

Depart Agra early, stopping at the UNESCO heritage ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. Enter Rajasthan via Bharatpur. Check into your heritage Haveli in Jaipur by evening.

Day 3: Exploring Jaipur & Return Drive to Delhi (280 km - 5 Hours)

Spend the morning exploring Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, and Jal Mahal. Pick up handicrafts from Johari Bazaar. Take the new Delhi-Mumbai Expressway back to Delhi NCR.

Total Estimated Toll Cost: ₹1,050

Total Estimated Fuel Cost: ₹4,200 (Petrol Sedan)