Per Person on twin sharing basis
On this journey, take an in-depth look at the amazing Palaces and Monuments of India and explore some of the most impressive Heritage sites of India and look out for the exclusive tiger safari in the Ranthambore National Park. The dazzling Forts, Palaces and Monuments od Delhi are evidence of Mughal magnificence and British sophistication. The Taj Mahal, one of the world’s greatest monuments is surely the highlight and the visit to the Agra Fort. Not to be missed is the Pink City of Jaipur to witness the rich architectural legacy, ride in Jeep to Amber Fort, and thrill yourself with Wildlife safari at Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve to spot various wild animals and the majestic extinct species of Royal Bengal Tiger, before you return back home.
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi International Airport. Please clear immigration and visa formalities, collect your baggage and proceed to the arrival lounge through the green channel if you do not have goods to be declared to customs. INDIA Tailor Made Executive will page you by your name. Thereafter you will be assisted with a transfer to the hotel for check-in. Stay overnight in Delhi. (No Meal)
Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing
Delhi, the capital of India, symbolizes the soul of the country. Mesmerise yourself in the splendid sightseeing tour of New and Old Delhi, Visit Jama Masjid; the largest mosque in India built in red sandstone with extensive use of marble, with relics of the Prophet and Holy Quran enshrined here, Visit Chandni Chowk, now a chaotically bustling area, typical of real India, containing a mix of stalls, shops, food outlets and temples. Between the mosque and Chandni Chowk is a narrow shop-lined street along which you will be transported by cycle rickshaws on your most photogenic journey of the tour. Visit Qutub Minar; built at a height of 72meters, and being one of the most important landmarks of Delhi, with calligraphically decorated interiors, and also inscriptions of verses of the Holy Quran, visit the Gandhi Memorial; the resting place of the father of the nation, India gate; a memorial tribute with names inscribed of all the soldiers martyred during the Afghan War. Stay overnight in Delhi. (B)
Day 03: Delhi – Agra (Distance: Approx. 4 hours)
This morning, we will drive to Agra, which has a rich historical background, amply evident from the numerous historical monuments in and around the city, including the Taj Mahal. Arrive and check in at the hotel. Later this afternoon we’ll start the guided sightseeing of Agra, visit the impressive 16th century Agra Fort, which was constructed in 1565 by Akbar with later additions made by his son, Jahangir, and grandson, Shah Jahan. Continue to the white marble Tomb of Itimad Ud Daulah, commissioned by the wife of Jahangir in 1622 as the tomb for her father. Described as 'jewel box', or the 'Baby Taj', it is regarded by many as a draft of the Taj Mahal, is the first building to be coated in white marble inlaid with very detailed pietra dura inlay. Stay overnight at Agra (B)
Day 04: Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Ranthambhore (Distance: Approx. 5 hours)
Start your day early with a morning visit to the famous Taj Mahal, a monument of love created by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal; it is a perfect marble built the architectural monument in the world. It lies on the banks of the river Yamuna and is constructed completely of white makrana marble, embedded with several precious gems like jade, crystal, turquoise, lapis lazuli, sapphire, coral and diamonds. The breathtakingly beautiful landscape around the Taj Mahal adds to the magic of Mughal architecture. After the visit, return to the hotel for breakfast. (Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Ranthambhore. En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. In 1571 Akbar constructed Fatehpur (Victory) Sikri city, as the new capital of the Mughal Empire replacing the perfectly viable Agra just 37 km away, which was left almost deserted. But after only fifteen years, Fatehpur itself was abandoned and left as an evocative ghost-town because they say of lack of water! The perfectly preserved red sandstone buildings consist of palaces, courtyards, a life-size chess board, tombs and mosques. We visit the Diwan-e-Khas (Private Audience Hall) with its remarkable central pillar. Also unmissable is Panch Mahal, the five-storied structure used as the viewing station for the hareem. Later continue with a drive to Ranthambhore; on arrival check in at the hotel. Stay overnight in Ranthambhore (B, D)
Day 05: Ranthambhore (Morning + Afternoon Game Drive)
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drive in the Ranthambhore National Park; one of the biggest and most renowned National Parks in Northern India. Being considered as one of the famous and former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, today the Ranthambhore National Park terrain is a major wildlife tourist attraction spot that has drawn the attention of many wildlife photographers and lovers in this destination. The park is spread over an area of 1,334 sq km and majorly famous for its tigers and is one of the best locations in India to see the majestic predators in its natural habitat amongst many other reptiles, birds and wild animals. Stay overnight in Ranthambhore (B, L, D) Game drives are scheduled between 0630 - 0930 Hrs in morning and 0230 – 0530 Hrs in afternoon, visitors are strictly advised to follow the guidelines of the national park and the wildlife tourist guide)
Day 06: Ranthambhore – Jaipur (Approx. 3 hours)
After breakfast drive to Jaipur and check in to the hotel. The remaining day is at leisure for you to explore the Jaipur Bazaar. Enjoy hunting through the colourful and chaotic streets for souvenirs like silver jewellery, precious and semi-precious stones such as diamonds, topaz and emeralds, embroidered clothing and quilts, block printed textiles, lacquered brass work, leather footwear, miniature marble carvings and blue potteries. While walking down the lanes you will also witness the cultural heritage of the city unfolding a legacy of the royal past. Stay overnight in Jaipur (B)
Day 07: Jaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast enjoys the visit to Amber Fort, the ancient capital of Rajasthan and the majestic palace complex to witness a unique system of air-conditioning of the 17th century. Drive by Jeep to the entrance of the fort, a beautiful complex of palaces, halls, pavilions, garden and temples built by Rajas over a period of about two centuries, it still stands in its magnificent state. The red sandstone and white Marble palace have some very interesting apartments- Diwan-I-Am, Ganesh Pol, Sheesh Mahal, Sukh Niwas, Jai Mandir, Man Singh Palace and Shila Devi Temple.
Then visit Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace); built-in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh at a time when women of the royal family had to observe strict purdah, it is believed that this palace was built for them to take pleasure in the processions and various activities taking place in the streets below, without showing themselves and thus enjoying a sense of freedom. Visit Jantar Mantar (Observatory); one of the famed observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh is a complex of astronomical instruments, chiselled out of stone which provides fairly accurate information to this day. Stay overnight in Jaipur (B)
Day 08: Jaipur – Delhi Departure (Distance Approx. 5 hours)
After breakfast tour finishes with transfer to Delhi International airport to board flight for onward journey. (B)
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