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Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
Arrive in New Delhi, India. Upon arrival in the capital of India – Delhi, Limra Hospitality representative will greet and assist you to transfer you to the well-maintained & prestigious hotel, designated for you.
If you arrive in the morning we take you to a half-day tour today. If you arrive in the evening then you can have your own choice. We will take you to Old Delhi where you explore the majestic red stone architecture Red Fort (Closed on Mondays), Jama Masjid and Chandi Chowk, the liveliest old market of Delhi. Today you pay homage to Father of Nation at Raj Ghat. You will be surprised to see the ancient roots in Old Delhi and a chic and flamboyant world in New Delhi.
Please keep in mind, sightseeing is only a part of a tour, you have so much to do in a new place. You decide yourself what you prefer to do. Delhi is the top city in India which is best for clubbing, shopping and dining.
Our guide will be with you to help you on your every step. So we provide you here a flexible itinerary where you interest will be given first preference. We don't like to bother you giving a rigid itinerary. Lunch at a famous old restaurant of Delhi. Savor the best of Delhi cuisine. Stay overnight.
Day 2: Delhi
After having breakfast start the sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. The sightseeing tour of Old Delhi includes the biggest mosque of Asia Jama Masjid, the stroll around the ethnic and royal lane of Old Delhi famous for its vivid shops recognized as Chandni Chowk, then sight the Red Fort from outside. Move on towards Raj Ghat, the crematory place of father of nation “Mahatma Gandhi”. After lunch head towards New Delhi and enjoy the visit to Qutub Minar, one of the most admired familiar sight in Delhi constructed in 1199. Humayun's Tomb the majestic structure reflecting the style of Mughal architecture. Later drive through the stunning Rajpath while saluting the passing by India Gate – the memorial constructed to observe the unidentified armed forces. Also enjoy the sight of the President Palace, and the House of Parliament while driving. Enjoy the pithy interval from the lively city at Birla Mandir, a modern and colorful Hindu shrine. In evening back to the hotel for night stay at Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi – Agra (By Road 221 km/05 hrs) (Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday)
After breakfast proceed to Agra by surface. Reach and check into the 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 of the city. Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj Mahal.
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.
Proceed for sightseeing to the 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.
Visit Itmadullah's Tomb built by Empress NOOR JEHAN in memory of her father (The interiors of which are considered better than the Taj). Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Agra.Day 04: Agra – Jaipur Via Fatehpur Sikri – Abhaneri by surface – 260 Kms / 6 Hours drive
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Breakfast at hotel. Morning proceed by surface to Jaipur enroute visiting the deserted town of Fatehpur Sikri and the famous Abhaneri Step Wells
Fatehpur Sikri bears exceptional testimony to the Mughal civilization at the end of the 16th century. It offers a unique example of architectural ensembles of very high quality constructed between 1571 and 1585. Its form and layout strongly influenced the evolution of Indian town planning, notably at Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi).
Later proceed for by surface to Jaipur en-route visiting Abhaneri stepwells. -
Day 05: Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Amber Palace. Enjoy Elephant Back 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. It's forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression.
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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. Its five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborates balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women. Shopping in the evening or relax. Overnight will be at Jaipur.
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Day 6 : Jaipur - Delhi - Amritsar
Today you will be transferred back to Delhi and transfer to railway station to board the train to Amritsar. On arrival at Amritsar station, pick up and transfer to pre booked hotel. Overnight stay will be at Amritsar hotel.
Day 7 : Amritsar Golden Temple - Delhi
Today you will visit the famous Golden Temple and by evening transfer to railway station to board the train to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi station, pick up and transfer to hotel. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 8 : Delhi - Departure
Today you will be transferred to Airport to board your onward flight
End of Program/ Services Check In/ Out at all hotels as 12 Noon.