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Cultural Tour in India
Duration : 9 Nights / 10 Days
Places to visit : Agra >> Jaipur >> Khajuraho >> Delhi
Day 1 : 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 : Old 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 then visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, then visit 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 : Jaipur
After b/fast, drive to Jaipur (250 kms approx). Arrive Jaipur and transfer to hotel & relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 : 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 imposingCity 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-airJantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel
Day 5 : Agra
After b/fast drive for Agra (231 Kms approx) enroute 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 Agra.
Upon arrival in Agra – check into the hotel
Day 6 : Agra
Morning Visit 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.
Agra 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.
Itmad-Ud-Daulah, an exquisite architectural structure is the tomb of Mirza Ghiyas Beg. This Persian gentleman was Jehangir's wazir, or chief minister, and his beautiful daughter later married the emperor. She then became Known as Nur Jahan, the Light of the world, and her niece was Mumtaz Mahal, Chosen of the Palace. The tomb was constructed by Nur Jahan between 1622 and 1628 and is very similar to the tomb she constructed for her husband, Jehangir, near Lahore in Pakistan.
The tomb is of particular interest since many of its design elements foreshadow the Taj Mahal, construction of which started only a few years later.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 : Khajuraho
After b/fast transfer to the airport for flight to Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho and transfer to hotel. Later visit the famous temples.
Day 8 : Varanasi
After b/fast this morning is at leisure till you are transferred to the airport for flight to Varanasi. Arrive Varanasi and transfer to the hotel. Evening enjoy boat ride over river Ganges .Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 : Sarnath
Morning proceed to visit Sarnath. Eevening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Delhi
After b/fast the morning is at leisure.Transfer to the airport for flight to Delhi for onward destination.
Places to visit : Agra >> Jaipur >> Khajuraho >> Delhi
Day 1 : 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 : Old 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 then visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, then visit 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 : Jaipur
After b/fast, drive to Jaipur (250 kms approx). Arrive Jaipur and transfer to hotel & relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 : 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 imposingCity 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-airJantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel
Day 5 : Agra
After b/fast drive for Agra (231 Kms approx) enroute 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 Agra.
Upon arrival in Agra – check into the hotel
Day 6 : Agra
Morning Visit 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.
Agra 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.
Itmad-Ud-Daulah, an exquisite architectural structure is the tomb of Mirza Ghiyas Beg. This Persian gentleman was Jehangir's wazir, or chief minister, and his beautiful daughter later married the emperor. She then became Known as Nur Jahan, the Light of the world, and her niece was Mumtaz Mahal, Chosen of the Palace. The tomb was constructed by Nur Jahan between 1622 and 1628 and is very similar to the tomb she constructed for her husband, Jehangir, near Lahore in Pakistan.
The tomb is of particular interest since many of its design elements foreshadow the Taj Mahal, construction of which started only a few years later.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 : Khajuraho
After b/fast transfer to the airport for flight to Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho and transfer to hotel. Later visit the famous temples.
Day 8 : Varanasi
After b/fast this morning is at leisure till you are transferred to the airport for flight to Varanasi. Arrive Varanasi and transfer to the hotel. Evening enjoy boat ride over river Ganges .Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 : Sarnath
Morning proceed to visit Sarnath. Eevening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Delhi
After b/fast the morning is at leisure.Transfer to the airport for flight to Delhi for onward destination.
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