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North India Delight Tour |
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(07 Days) Delhi – Varanasi - Jaipur – Agra - Delhi |
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Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, the capital city of India. After
completing formalities with customs and immigration, you
will be received by our representative with Traditional
Indian Welcome (with garlands).
Delhi is the capital of India since old times. Delhi's
history dates back to the first millenium BC, when it
was known as Indraprastha. The Tomar Rajputs built Lal
Kot, the core of the first of Delhi's seven cities. It
is the epicenter of the nation's politics, economy and
culture. History is alive and throbbing in Delhi, the
capital of India.
Afterwards transfer to your hotel for the overnight
stay. |
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In Delhi
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing trip of
Delhi City which would include the visit to Old Delhi
and New Delhi
Old Delhi : An ancient walled city. Here you
would see the Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace
of the Mughal Empire, Rajghat the Samadhi of our Father
of Nation, Jama Masjid the largest mosque in India and
Chandni Chowk the bustling and colourful market of the
old city.
New Delhi : The city designed and built by the
British in the 1920’s- a city of wide boulevards
impressive Government Buildings, green parks and
gardens. First you will visit the two monuments from the
Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar. Then your
drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath,
past the Imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the
Hotel for Overnight. |
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Delhi - Varanasi (Flight)
After breakfast at hotel you are escorted to the
Domestic airport to connect the flight for Varanasi.
Upon arrival in Varanasi you are received at the airport
and are transferred to the hotel for check in . After
check in relax at the hotel.
Afternoon embark from the hotel for the sightseeing of
Sarnath.
Sarnath : Which symbolizes the birth of Buddhism.
It was here that Lord Buddha revealed his doctrine and
founded his monastic community. The Museum at Sarnath is
amongst the most important in India and contains
carvings representing a whole range of styles - Archaic,
the covering work of sculptors from 3rd century B.C. to
the 12th century A.D. After visit, transfer to the hotel
and check-in.
Evening witness the Aarti ceremony on the ghats of river
Ganges.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel. |
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Varanasi – Delhi (Flight)
Delhi- Jaipur By Road (Approx 265 Kms / 05 Hours)
Early morning (0500hrs) visit the banks of river Ganges
where you board a boat to see the morning ablutions of
the Hindus from the security of the boat.
“Boat ride” will also give you a spectacular view
of Sun rise on River Ganges. Later visit Durga temple -
Built in the 8th century, is one of the most important
temples in Varanasi. This temple is built in Nagara
Style. The shikhara of the temple is formed by many
small spires which are built one on top of the other.
Also, visit the Monkey temple on account of the large
number of monkeys residing there. Return to the hotel
for breakfast.
Later, transfer to airport for your flight to Delhi. On
arrival at Delhi’s domestic airport you are received and
you drive to Jaipur.
Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, also known as 'Pink
City' is surrounded by an ancient 20ft high wall and
eight gates. Situated at a distance of 280 km away from
Delhi, today, Jaipur is the personification of the old
order influence the new. An inherent interest for colour
and design penetrated over stratum of society, and
jewelry, crafts and architecture became objects of
fascination equally between prince and peasant. Jaipur
is also the main tourist hub of Rajasthan tourist
circuit. From here you can reach out to places like
Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Pushkar, and many
more such destinations from Jaipur. Jaipur is also the
third corner of the famed Golden Triangle tourist
circuit of India along with Delhi and Agra.
Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel. Rest of the day is
at leisure.
Overnight at hotel. |
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In Jaipur
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing tour of
Amer Fort and Jaipur City.
Amer Fort : 11 Kms from Jaipur- A marvelous
example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and
reflected in Matao lake below. The magnificent old
Citadel, a labyrinth of massive walls and towers,
shrouds an exquisite marble palace, pillared and carved
glimmering with a million tiny mirrors, which creates
tanatalising reflection effect. The ascent to the fort
is on a gaily caparisoned elephants.
Afternoon sightseeing of Jaipur City visit the
City Palace Museum : An imposing blend of
traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is
resplendent with its collection of robes of royal
princess, carpets an armoury of old weapons , miniature
paintings portraying court scenes , battle scenes and
processions.
Jantar Mantar : (Observartory): Jantar Mantar,
built between 1728 and 1734, literally means the
‘instruments for measuring the harmony of the heavens’.
Jai Singh, the brain behind the grand project, chose
stone with marble facing. This was the biggest of all
his observatories and the only one built of stone. He
used it daily, often with his astronomy gurus Pandit
Jagannath and Kewal Ram. In all there are 17 instruments
in the Jantar Mantar complex. The function of each
instrument is rather complex but serves a particular
function where time plays the main theme.
Hawa Mahal : (Palace of Winds) : A five storeyed
wonder with a spectacular pyra midal façade and
overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and
spires.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the
hotel for overnight.
Overnight at hotel. |
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Jaipur – Agra Via Fatehpur Sikri By
Road (Approx 255 Kms /05 Hours)
After breakfast drive to Agra enroute visit Fathepur
Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri: A fascinating ghost town lies
little beyond Agra the deserted Red sandstone city that
was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. It was a
veritable fairy tale city and its ruins are still in a
pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the
court life would have been like in the days of its
grandeur. Set like a jewel in a court yard of pink
sandstone is the marble tomb of Saint Salim Chisti,
enclosed by delicately carved marble screens.
Afterwards you continue your drive to Agra. On arrival
in Agra you check in to your hotel
Agra is the one of the prominent destinations of the
World Tourism map with three heritage monuments - The
Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri. It is more just a
dacadent city of graveyards and stones, but it is a
vibrant centre of Culture, Art and Religious philosphies
that have enriched mankind and shaped humen thought over
centuries.
Rest of the evening free at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel. |
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Agra – Delhi By Road (Approx 210 Kms
04 Hours)
After Breakfast you embark on your sightseeing tour of
the Agra city including Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Taj Mahal : The 17th Century master piece named
Taj Mahal ,which of course is the most splendid of all
the buildings – perhaps the most perfect architectural
monument of the world. It was built in the memory of the
beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal by one of greatest king of
Mughal Empire Shah Jehan.
Agra Fort: Built primarily as a military
establishment by Emperor Akbar in 1565,the redstone Agra
Fort, was partially converted in to a palace during the
tenure of Emperor Shah Jehan. Though the principal
structure was built by Akbar, many more additions were
made by his grandsons. This massive fort is 2.5 Kms long
and is considered the predecessor of the Red Fort of New
Delhi.
Afternoon drive back to Delhi, on arrival you are
transferred to the International Airport to connect your
flight back home. |
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