Duration : (7 Days & 6 Nights)
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi
Day1: Abroad - Delhi
Arrive at Delhi International airport.
On arrival in Delhi, the guest will be met by our representative
and transferred to hotel.Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Delhi
This morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi - Former centre
of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow
streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in
1648 and board the 'rickshaw ride' for a unique experience from
the Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street,
experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue
heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the
greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who
also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to
Mahatma Gandhi.
This afternoon you will be taken to visit New Delhi - drive past
the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by
Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace.
Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era &
predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the
towering minaret of Qutab Minar.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Delhi - Agra
Morning drive to Agra (203 kms).
Upon arrival in Agra - check into the hotel
Afternoon visit red fort and famous Taj Mahal.
Red Fort - lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the
heart of the town. It was built by Akbar 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.
Taj Mahal -This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by
Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of
the Taj". It has been described as the most extravagant monument
ever built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz
died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th
child.The central structure has four small domes surrounding the
huge, central dome. Above the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan
are false tombs, a common practice in Indian mausoleums. (Taj
Mahal is closed on Friday).
Stay at pristine Taj Mahal for sunset, to see this true Wonder of
the world in gentle late afternoon light.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Agra - Jaipur
Thereafter drive to Jaipur (221 kms), en route visit Fatehpur
Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by
Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also
visit the Bulund Darwaza the largest gateway in the world.
Thereafter continue drive to Jaipur.
Upon arrival in Jaipur - check into the hotel.
Afternoon at leisure to explore the city.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 5: Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge
just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount
your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the
main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The
Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to
build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight
into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.
Afternoon tour of the City - "The Pink City" is spectacularly set
within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined
fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still
home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to
the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling
family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You
will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the
open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical
instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before
returning to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Jaipur - Delhi
Morning drive to Delhi (250 kms).
Arrival in Delhi.
Later in late evening transfer to International airport for flight
to back home.
Day 7: Delhi - Abroad
Depart Delhi.