Day 1 – Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi International Airport. Met on arrival and transfer to your hotel.(Nothing been scheduled for today since most of the hotels arrive late at night)
Delhi - With 14 million residents of Delhi, the capital of India, is a historic town and always surprising. Among its impressive monuments and nightclubs, large parks and colorful markets, Delhi offers a variety of experiences for every traveler.
Overnight in Delhi
Day 02 - In Delhi
Morning after breakfast, full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi
The visit of the old city (XVII Century) included the Great Mosque (Jama Masjid) and the Red Fort, a perfect example of Mughal architecture built by Emperor Shah Jahan between 1639 and 1648. Later have a cycle rickshaw ride into the narrow streets of Chandni Chowk, one of the oldest market of Asia.
In the new part of Delhi, visit - the Qutab Minar (built in XII), a splendid monument minaret of the Afghan period. Visit Raj Ghat, the burial place of Mahatma Gandhi and the Mausoleum of Humayun, a huge building that inspired Persians, is the precursor of the Taj Mahal (built by Emperor Akbar in the XV century). Walk on Rajpath, the equivalent of the Champs-Elysees in France, through the India Gate (erected in memory of unknown soldiers), Parliament and President House, visit the Birla Mandir, a Hindu colorful modern temple.
Overnight in Delhi
Day 03 – Drive Delhi – Agra (220 Kms / approx. 04 hours)
Morning after breakfast, drive to Agra - The "City of Taj," once the capital of the Mogul Empire. Among its many monuments, it has not only the Taj Mahal, but also the famous Red Fort and nearby Fatehpur Sikri. From the mid-sixteenth century to the middle of the seventeenth, the city reached its zenith under the successive reigns of Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan. It was Shah Jahanm who built the Taj Mahal in 1631 before transferring the capital of the empire in Delhi.
Arrive Agra and check in at hotel. Spend rest of the day at leisure or visiting the surroundings.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 – In Agra
Early morning, discover the Taj Mahal - the first Mughal structure completely in marble and the fusion of several architectural styles. The Taj Mahal is the 7th wonder of the world and the symbol of eternal love Shah Jahan, had dedicated this palace to his love he lost. The death of his wife Mutaz Mahal, with a legendary beauty, has left the heart of the sovereign completely devastated. Mad with grief, he built a monument on her memory. To build the Taj Mahal, it took 22 years of work and more than 20,000 artisans.
After the visit, return back to the hotel.
Later after breakfast, visit the impressive Red Fort of Agra, in the heart of the city. Akbar built the fort between 1565 and 1573, and it was here Shah Jehan was imprisoned by his son for 8 years. The Agra Fort houses many beautiful palaces and mansions. Then visit tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daula Tomb (Mirza Giyas Beg) was built by his daughter Nurjahan. Mirza Ghiyas Beg was an officer in the court of Jehangir and was honored with the title of Itmad-ud-Daula. Nurjahan was the wife of the Mughal emperor Jehangir. Itmad-Ud-Daula Tomb was built in 1628.
Overnight in Agra
Day 05 – Drive Agra – Jaipur (250 Kms / approx. 05 hours) en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri
After breakfast, drive to Jaipur en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri – the city of red sandstone which was the capital of the Mughal Empire during Akbar's reign. Abandoned after 13 years of glory for reasons that remain mysterious, now the city is a ghost town that lives in the solitude of his glorious past. You will discover an impressive public monuments and exquisite private residences etc.
After the visit, continue your drive towards Jaipur. The Pink City of Rajasthan, whose downtown streets are lined with bazaars, is full of color, music, art and history. The present capital of the state, Jaipur was founded in the early sixteenth century by Maharaja Jai Singh II, warlord, astrologer and urban planner who has left his mark. It's called the "pink city" because of its pink sandstone buildings, the color of an autumn sunset. Arrive Jaipur and check in at hotel. Jaipur Overnight in Jaipur
Day 06 – In Jaipur
Morning after breakfast, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Jaipur.
Excursion to Amber Fort en route photo stop at the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Wind ", one of the famous monuments of Jaipur. There remains only the facade of this palace, pierced with openings to allow women of the harem to see the spectacle of everyday life on the the street without being seen, surrounded by majestic ramparts and located in a wonderful semi-desert hills. Like the Maharajas, sitting on the back of an elephant, climb up to the Fort. Visit its beautiful palaces that spark of mirrors embedded in marble, visit its temple, dedicated to Goddess Kali. The City Palace in the heart of the old part of Jaipur, contains rare manuscripts and wonderful specimens of Rajput and Mughal art. Do not miss: the observatory of Jai Singh II, built by the passionate Prince of astronomy and astrology. Spend rest of the day at leisure visiting the famous colorful markets of Jaipur.
Overnight in Jaipur
Day 07 –Drive Jaipur – Delhi (260 Kms / approx. 05 hours)
Morning at leisure and later in time transfer to Delhi airport to board flight for back home. |