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Itinerary ( 5 NIGHTS 6 DAYS)
Arrival / Delhi (Day 1):
You will be met by a represntative on arrival and transferred to the hotel. Traditional Welcome with garlands.
Day 2: Delhi :
Breakfast leisurely. Tour manager meets you for small oreintation/ briefing. Start the tour with local guide of old Delhi. We visit Raj Ghat, a beautifully serene monument was on the bank of the Yamuna River. This is where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Next, we take a short ride by cycle rickshaw through the crowded lanes of the Chandni Chowk bazaar to visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India.
Lunch in local restaurant and continue our tour of New delhi.
The British laid out the broad, tree-lined avenues and neat street grid of New Delhi (in contrast to the narrow alleyways of the old part of the city). Today the former "Imperial City" continues as the center of government for the world's largest democracy, and we see the buildings of India's Parliament and (from the outside) the residence of India's President, a palatial building called Rashtrapati Bhavan. Nearby we see the India Gate, where a popular park surrounds a memorial to Indian soldiers who served Great Britain in World War I and Britain's 19th ,century war in Afghanistan. We also visit Qutab Minar, a spectacular example of Indo-Islamic architecture topped by a 72.5 Merters high tower . Begun in the 12 th century, this is now a UNESCO World Heritage site and the symbol of New Delhi.
Delhi is famous for handicrafts from all over India , but the most spectacular opportunity amongst them is the handicrafts that comes from the " Valley of Kashmir ". Apart from ornate wooden handicrafts, there are the world famous "Paschmina Shawls", exquisite Kashmir silk carpets with some of the finest weaves and designs of the world, textiles and brass inlays.
We dine in a local restaurant this afternoon and evening.
Day 3 : Jaipur :
After breakfast, we travel overland to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. En route we stop for lunch at the Samode Palace, originaly built by Rajput ruler Jai Singh II's finance minister. Built on three levels with wide-open terraces, the palace is set against the dramatic backdrop of the Aravali Mountains. Darbar Hall inside is known for its Meenakari or inlay of glass mirrors and stones—be sure to notice the adjustable louvers on the windows.
Passing under the Samode gates and through the narrow streets we continue to Jaipur. Arriving at our hotel late afternoon.
We have dinner this evening in our hotel.
Day 4: Jaipur :
After breakfast , we drive stopping at the picturesque stop , the Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal, which has approximately 953 windows founded by Maharaja Pratap Singh in the eighteen century. The interesting thing about the building is that it has no foundation). We explore Jaipur's Amber Fort and Palace. We approach the hilltop Fort in the style of the Rajput rulers; on a cushioned seat on elephant back. The Fort is a stunning and well-preserved 16th-century structure, built on four levels. Among its many splendors is the Sheesh Mahal, a small room whose ceiling, covered with tiny mirrors, looks like a sky filled with brilliant stars. Here, in Rajput times, a dancing girl held candles during a dance of love for her Maharaja. We visit the Temple of Kali, dedicated to the blue-black-skinned goddess of blood and destruction, as well as the Hall of Victory. We make our way back down the hill by Jeeps to the parking area. We return to Jaipur, which is also world's biggest trading center for Gems and Jewelry. The heart of all semi precious and precious stones industry and for diamonds
We will have a lunch in a local restaurant.
Next we see the Jantar Mantar, a remarkable astronomical and astrological observatory built in the 18 th century. The giant sundials here are still accurate to two-tenths of a second! Then we go on to the City Palace Museum filled with an array of textiles, arms, carpets, paintings and manuscripts. Also, a great place for woolen carpets which are great value for money. A great center for colorful textiles with block printing and tie-dye prints dominating a vibrant range.We will Return to hotel in the evening and then you drive visitng a royal family for dinner.
Day 5: Jaipur-Agra via Fatehpur -Sikri :
After breakfast checkout drive to 250 Km to Agra. On the way in Bharatpur, we will have hot Lunch. Drive to Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted city, where we will be met by a local guide who will come from Agra to show us Fatehpur Sikri , world heritage monument decalred by U.N.E.S.C.O), tour of Fatehpur Sikri we experience the vast rural countryside of India as we ride towards Agra. The mysterious ghost city founded by the Moghul Emperor Akbar the Great in the late 16 th century. The city occupies a Red sandstone ridge, and the area around it is enclosed within a 117-mile-long wall. We'll stroll about the fort and palace. We then continue to Agra and check in the hotel. Dinner in the same hotel..
Day 6: Agra / Delhi / Departure :
Agra is the city of the Taj Mahal, perhaps the most photographed monument in the world. However, no matter how many pictures you have seen or no matter how high your expectations are the Taj never lets you down - the unparalleled glory and beauty of the building surpasses beyond all human imaginations.
Early morning wake up call and visit Taj Mahal at sun rise to witness this spectacular monument built for love. Besides perfect symmetry in every aspect of its construction, the inlay work of semi precious stones into marble in pietra dura style is absolutely remarkable. We continue our tour to visit the tour to conquer the Red Fort of Agra which was founded by the Mughal Emperor Akbar nd completed in 95 years, as this fort is the only fort where 4 Mughal Emperors set and rule the Mughla Dynasty. They ailed all of northern India having 3200 cities under them, from the early 16 th century until the consolidation by British colonial rule in the early 1800s. Agra Fort's architecture is an almost perfect fusion between military might and lavish beauty.
Return to hotel for having lunch, check out and drive straight to Delhi ( International Airport). Connect the flight as per your schedule.
