PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visit in Delhi – Jama Masjid, QutubMinar&Humayun’s Tomb
- Drive past in Delhi - Red Fort, Rajghat, President House & India Gate
- Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk
- Visit in Agra – Taj Mahal, Agra Fort &Fateh-purSikri
- Visit in Jaipur – Amber Fort, City Palace, JantarMantar Observatory &Hawa Mahal
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort
- Assistance at airport and sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Start From Delhi and End in Delhi
ITINERARY:
Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
Meet our representative upon arrival in Delhi and check-in at the hotel. India's capital & a major gateway to the country, Delhi is contemporary and a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient & the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 02 : Sightseeing in Delhi
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi. This fascinating city has been in existence since the 6th century BC and has seen ups and downs from the rule of the Pandavas right up to the British Raj. Visit Jama Masjid, which is the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. The courtyard of the mosque can hold about 25,000 worshippers. Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi…noisy, chaotic and uniquely Indian. You will then drive past from the Red Fort, which was constructed during the rule of Emperor Shah Jahan and served as the residence for the Mughal royal family. It continues to be significant till date, as every Independence Day, the Prime Minister makes a speech from its ramparts as the Indian flag is hoisted. Later, drive past President House and several other government buildings in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi before you head towardRajghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. This simple memorial marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Thereafter, visit Humayun’s Tomb, commissioned by Humayun’s wife HamidaBanu Begum in 1562. It was the first garden tomb built in the Indian sub-continent where the Persian architect used red sandstone on a large scale. Later in the evening visit the QutabMinar, which is the tallest brick minaret in the world; it was commissioned by QutbuddinAibak, the first Muslim ruler of Delhi. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 03:Drive Delhi – Agra (210 kms/ approx. 4 hours)
After breakfast,drive to Agra. Arrive and check-in at your hotel. Later, proceed for proceed for Half Day City Tour of Agra. Visit the Red Fort, which was commissioned in 1565 by The Mughal Emperor, Akbar. The beautiful yet forbidding structure is a handsome example of Mughal architecture. Later, visit the Taj Mahal … a mausoleum built as a symbol of Emperor Shah Jehan’s devotion to his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Considered an architectural marvel, its construction took thousands of workers over 21 years to complete. Overnight in Agra.
Day 04 : Agra – Jaipur (230 km/approx. 5 hours)
After breakfast,drive to Jaipur and enroute Visit FatehpurSikri, which was built by Emperor Akbar and is home to many historical buildings. Akbar wanted to make FatehpurSikri his headquarters; however, he had to abandon it due to shortage of water. The Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti enshrines the burial place of the Sufi saint who lived a religious life here. Today, FatehpurSikri is a UNESCO World heritage site. Further drive to Jaipur and check into your Hotel. Jaipur is the gateway to the magnificent and vibrant state of Rajasthan. Evening take a stroll in the markets of Jaipur for the traditional dresses and shoes, curio shops, blue pottery etc. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 05 Jaipur
Proceed for full-day sightseeing trip of Jaipur, also known as the ‘Pink City’. The city of Jaipur is capital to the state of Rajasthan, famous for its colorful culture, forts, palaces, and lakes. Jaipur owes its name to the founder of the city, warrior king Sawai Jai Singh II. Visit the Amber Fort. The best way to explore the fort is to ride up to it on Elephant back. Prominent structures inside the fort are the Diwan-i-Aam, adorned with latticed galleries, the Ganesh Pol, with a beautiful painted image of Lord Ganesh, and the stunning Sheesh Mahal, a hall decorated with thousands of tiny mirrors. Later, stop to photograph the beautiful Hawa Mahal, also known as the “Palace of the Winds.” This beautiful façade with its ornately carved latticework windows was designed so the ladies of the palace could look out onto the streets unobserved. Later you will visit the City Palace… again, a synthesis of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. The museums here showcase rare and ancient manuscripts, arms dating back to the 15th century, and costumes of erstwhile royalty. Later, visit the JantarMantar Observatory, comprising geometric devices for measuring time, and tracking stars in their orbits. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 06 Jaipur – Delhi (250 km/approx. 5 hours)IDeparture from Delhi
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi. You will be transferred to Delhi airport/railway station for return flight back home.
End of Services.
HOTELS OFFERED:
| City | Nights | Category A | Category B | Category C | Meal Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 2 | Crowne Plaza MayurVihar | SK Premium | Surya International | Breakfast |
| Agra | 1 | Crystal Sarovar Premiere | Howard Plaza - The Fern | Taj Vilas | Breakfast |
| Jaipur | 2 | Holiday Inn City Centre | Park Regis | Vesta Maurya Palace | Breakfast |
| PACKAGE COST IN INR | Category A | Category B | Category C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Person when 2 Pax Travelling | 22699 | 18099 | 16899 |
| Cost Per Person when 4 Pax Travelling | 19399 | 14799 | 13599 |
| Cost for Extra Adult / Child with Bed (5 & above) | 9499 | 5999 | 6299 |
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
- 5 night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned in above hotels or equivalent
- Elephant / Jeep ride at Amber
- Meal plan as mentioned above
- Assistance at the airport
- Sightseeing as per itinerary by private tourist vehicle
- Drivers allowances, toll taxes and Govt. Service Tax
PACAKAGE EXCLUSIONS:
- Air tickets and airport taxes
- Entry Fee at the Monuments
- Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk
- Services of English-speaking guide during sightseeing tours
- Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides / drivers etc.
- Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monuments
NOTE:
MONUMENTS CLOSED ON
Delhi -Red fort is closed on every Monday
Agra - Taj Mahal on every Friday
Jaipur – Elephant ride at Amber Fort will not be operational during Eid /Navrataras Festivals
Hotel Check in 1400hrs and check out 1200hrs
Medium vehicle will be provided for 1-3 travelers and Innova will be provided for 4-5 travelers
Package cost will not be valid during public holidays, festivals, exhibitions and long-weekends
A surcharge will be levied and will be advised at the time of booking
This package is valid from 01st April’19 – 30th September’19
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