DAY 01: ARRIVAL DELHI (NO MEALS)
Welcome on arrival by Airport representative at New Delhi Airport. After meet & assist services at the airport, transfer to Hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
DAY 02: DELHI – AGRA (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel. Visit Lotus Temple (Bahai Bhawan) is built in the shape of a lotus flower and is the last of seven Major Bahai's temples built around the world. Completed in1986 it is set among the lush green landscaped gardens. The structure is made up of pure white marble the architect Furiburz Sabha chose the lotus as the symbol common to Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam. Adherents of any faith are free to visit the temple and pray or meditate. Around the blooming petals there are nine pools of water, which light up, in natural light. It looks spectacular at dusk when it is flood lit.
Gandhi Smriti-The residence of industrialist BD Birla has been converted into a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, where he used to stay during his visits to Delhi. Gandhiji was assassinated here on his way to offer customary evening prayers. Large collection of photographs with a few personal belongings and a series of small dolls houses and terracotta dolls illustrating Gandhijis' life are the attractions at this museum.
Lunch at Delhi Restaurant & then will drive to ward Agra (Approx. 205 Kms / 4~5 Hrs.). On arrival, check in to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 03: FULL DAY AT AGRA (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel and will proceed for the sightseeing of Agra city first visiting one of the world’s most popular monument – Taj Mahal (it is closed on every Friday) built by Mughal Emperor Shah- Jehan for his Empress Mumtaj Mahal. The construction believed to have taken 22 years to complete with over 20,000 craft men working round the clock. Lunch will be serving at Hotel. Now proceed for sightseeing tour of magnificent Agra Fort- built at the bank of Yamuna River, is situated in the center of the town. Various styles of the architecture are evident within the fort & demonstrate the love of Mughal Emperors towards building beautiful monuments. Rest of the time free for shopping. Visit handicraft & textile industry and then visit Govt. approve shops for souvenirs or gifts for friend or family, Agra is known for its fabulous marble-made handicrafts and soft stone inlay work. The Mughal were great patrons of arts and crafts. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel in Agra.
DAY 04: AGRA – FATEHPUR SIKRI – JAIPUR (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel. Then drive to Jaipur (Approx. 235 Kms / 5:30 Hrs.).
Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri- 37 kms from Agra. The deserted city of sandstone built by the Emperor. The city is rectangular in shape with nine huge gates & inside there are palaces, meeting halls (public/ private audiences), huge courtyards. After sightseeing drive to Jaipur.
On arrival, check-in at hotel. Lunch serve at hotel.
Later visit City Palace- was the principle residence of the former ruling family and is known for its stunning architecture. It also includes museum, courtyards, and gardens.
Then visit Birla Temple (Laxmi Narayan Temple) - is situated just below the Motinagri, known for the intricate marble carvings in white marble, popularly known as Birla Temple. Evening, you will free time for leisure. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur.
DAY 05: AT JAIPUR (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel and will proceed for sightseeing visiting Amer Fort - 11 Kms from Jaipur is Amber, the ancient capital of Jaipur state construction of the Fort Palace was constructed in 1652 by Raja Mansingh and it was later extended & completed by the Jai Singh before the move to Jaipur. Enjoy elephant ride while climbing up to the Amer Fort. Jal Mahal - (6 kms) on the way to Amer, this small palace is set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Renovation around the lake is in progress. Back hotel for lunch.
Then visit Hawa Mahal (Palaces of the Wind) - a beautiful pink color building having many small windows from where the Royal Ladies watched the annual procession of kingdom. The tourist can take photograph from outside only.
Jaipur is a city of vibrant colors and markets (bazaars) of Jaipur verify this fact. Jaipur's colorful markets offer a great break to stop and shop on you tour. Usually tourists include shopping and visiting the lively markets of Jaipur in their itinerary. While moving through the markets, you will come across the vivacious culture of this region. Jaipur is the perfect place to shop for Handicrafts, antiques, jewelry, gems, pottery, carpets, textiles, metal work and leather ware. Evening, we will back to hotel for dinner & overnight stay.
DAY 06: JAIPUR - DELHI + DEPARTURE (B/L/D)
Breakfast at Hotel. After breakfast drive to Delhi (Approx. 265 Kms / 06 hrs.).
On arrival, transfer to a local restaurant for lunch.
Afternoons proceed to visit Jama masjid - One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi but in India. Completed in 1658 this Mosque has three gateways, four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets. You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed before entering. One can also go to the top of minarets. From here you can have a bird’s eye view of Delhi.
India Gate- at the centre of the city (42 meter, high stone arch) is a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers who fought & died in the campaign of world war-1 & Afghan war, President House- built in 1929, once the Imperial residence of the British Viceroys and now official residence of the President of Indian Republic, Parliament House – this circular shaped building houses the two houses of Parliament- The Lok Sabha (lower) & Rajya Sabha (Upper). Its domed central hall is 90 feet in diameter. Evenings proceed for dinner at a local restaurant then you will be transfer to airport for onward destination.
List of Hotels or similar – subject to availability
5 Star (Local)
• DELHI: Hyatt Centric; ITC Welcomhotel; Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sahibabad; Similar
• AGRA: Clarks Shiraz; Saura Hotel; Grand Mercure; Similar
• JAIPUR: Clarks Amer; Golden Tulip; Sarovar Portico; KK Royal Hotel & Convention Centre; Similar
• SRINAGAR: Deluxe Houseboat
