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Golden Triangle Tour
Duration: 07 DAYS
Destination: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi
Day 1 : Delhi
Arrival at Delhi Company representatives will receive you on arrival
at the international airport in Delhi late in the night or midnight. Transfer
to your hotel. Relax.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis
with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction
to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope
- that is India.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 2 : Delhi
After breakfast proceed for a day sightseeing tour of the city.
Start
with the sightseeing of Old Delhi. The tour will begin with a visit to Raj
Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; drive past the Red Fort continuing
to the Jama Masjid by bicycle rickshaws, one of Asia's largest mosques.
The magnificent Red Fort, overlooking the river Jamuna was built during
the years 1638 - 48 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. The tour continues
to Jama Masjid, one of Asia's largest mosques and which is viewed from the
outside.
People stream in and out of the mosque continuously and the presence of
a nearby bazaar means that the area is rarely quiet. Enjoy the rickshaw
ride at Old Delhi. After visiting Old Delhi, you will be driven to New Delhi,
which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between
New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and
the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi
also marks the division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition
where one will be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets, colours
and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best
of 21st century standards.
Imperial Delhi will include the Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in
India. The tour also includes a drive past the imposing India Gate, the
Parliament building and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, the President's residence.
Spend night at Delhi.
Day 3 : Delhi - Agra
By road
201 km in 4 hr
Start for Agra early in the morning after breakfast. Reach and check in
at hotel.
AGRA: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the
little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire
- giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a visitor
to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone
and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible
charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising,
that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously.
A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor
to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.
Proceed for sightseeing.
TAJ
MAHAL: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which
is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built
by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife
Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed,
and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design
balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its
elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work
ever seen.
AGRA FORT - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the
fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture
perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction.
Proceed to visit the Itmadullah's Tomb (also known as the BABY TAJ) Return
to hotel and relax in the evening.
Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 4 : Agra - Jaipur
By road 221 km in 6 hr
Drive to Fatehpur Sikri after breakfast.
The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital
and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a
veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition
... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in
the days of its grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway
in the world.
Continue your drive to Jaipur.
Jaipur is the capital of the state of Rajasthan a romantic realm of resplendent
palaces, mighty fortresses and regal Maharajahs that lies in the western
deserts and is an utterly unique part of India. Proudly belonging to the
KSHATRIYA warrior caste and fiercely independent, the Rajput princes made
fearsome foes. However, many of them realized that to maintain their wealth
and authority locally, it was expedient to proclaim allegiance to the central
power. Thus, many enjoyed a privileged position under the Mughal emperors
and also the British Raj that followed.
The
bustling Rajasthan capital of Jaipur takes its name from its venerated founder
Jai Singh II, who was given the title Sawai Maharaja by the Mughal. Literally
translated this would mean 'one and a quarter', suggesting that the Mughal
thought this emperor to be more valuable than just 'one'. Jaipur is known
as the 'Pink City' on account of the distinctive colour of its buildings.
This did not, however, form part of the original plan, but dates back to
1856, when the city was given a wash of pink in honor of a State Visit from
Prince Albert.
This evening, visit the Birla Temple to learn more about the fascinating
religious life of Jaipur. The marble structure, built as recently as 1985,
houses ornate statues including one of Lakshmi (goddess of Wealth and Beauty)
and Narayan dressed in gaudy robes, representing a Hindu vision of heavenly
luxury. Carvings in the temple and on pillars supporting the covered walkways
include images of the Hindu pantheon, as well as Jesus, the Blessed Virgin
Mary and St Francis of Assisi. Your visit will coincide with the AARTI Ceremony,
which involves oil lamps being lit and waved, in order to awake and invoke
the deity. Enjoy the experience and spend night at Jaipur.
Overnight will be in Jaipur.
Day 5 : Jaipur
Proceed for a morning excursion to Amber Fort after breakfast. Elephant
ride ascent to the fort.
AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort
palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed
by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise
where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression.
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.
Continue sightseeing.
CITY PALACE - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani
architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the
walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the
City Palace Museum.
JANTAR
MANTAR - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories
built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory
consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds"
is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone
plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies.
The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the
Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
This afternoon is free for you to relax, shop or explore independently.
Shopping is superb in Jaipur, particularly for gold and silver jewellery,
pottery, tie-dye materials, silk, saris, wooden handicrafts and carpets.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
Day 6 : Jaipur - Delhi
By road
After leisurely breakfast proceed for shopping.
Leave for Delhi after lunch. Reach and check in at hotel.
Overnight will be in Delhi.
Day 7 : Delhi - Home
Breakfast will be at hotel.
Day will be free to explore the markets and other places of interest like
the MUSEUM & DILLI HAAT. You will be transferred in the evening to airport
for flight with sweet memories of India.
TOUR ENDS
THE TOUR INCLUDES:
a) SIGHTSEEING TOURS AS MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY,
b) ACCOMMODATION AT MENTIONED HOTELS,
c) ALL TOURS AND TRANSFERS WITH AC SUV & DRIVER,
d) ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE FOR ALL MENTIONED TOURS,
e) MEET AND ASSIST SERVICES ON ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE,
f) DAILY BREAKFASTS AT THE HOTELS,
g) ALL APPLICABLE TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES,
h) ELEPHANT RIDE AT AMER FORT - JAIPUR AND
i) ALL PARKING, ROAD TAXES AND DRIVER ALLOWANCES
HOTELS:
| City |
Deluxe Hotels |
Luxury Hotels |
Nights |
| Delhi |
Claridges |
Imperial / The Oberoi |
02 |
| Agra |
Hilton Trident |
Amarvilas |
01 |
| Jaipur |
Jai Mahal Palace |
Rajvilas / Rambagh |
02 |
| Delhi |
Radisson |
The Grand |
01 |
PRICING: (PER PERSON)
| OCCUPANCY DETAILS |
TOUR PACKAGE DELUXE (US$)
|
TOUR PACKAGE LUXURY (US$)
|
| Twin Sharing |
1222 |
1999 |
Please note that lunches and dinners are not included along with camera, etc.
fees at the monuments and personal expenses. The tour price is valid for minimum
two persons traveling together. All hotels mentioned are subject to availability
at the time of quotation and prices are on per person basis for minimum two
adults traveling together and sharing a room. The car included in the tour
cost is a SUV which will be very comfortable and one could also choose to
travel in a TOYOTA CAMRY OR MERCEDES E CLASS at a price supplement.
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