Duration:
6 nights / 7 days
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.
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