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Introduction
Extremely popular with first time visitors, this introductory tour
of the Northern Golden Triangle of India (Delhi-Jaipur-Agra) has
made a firm footing on the tourist map. The combination of all the
three cities presents the potpourri of India. The harmonious
amalgamation of the capital of the country with its entire historic
splendour, the soft romanticism that can be felt as the amazing Taj
Mahal in Agra and the fierce magnificence of Jaipur - the princely
state capital, which was painted pink (the traditional colour of
welcome) in honour of the visit of Prince Albert, consort to Queen
Victoria in 1883.
Highlights:
- Delhi
- Jaipur
- Agra Sightseeing in Delhi and Jaipur
- Visits to Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort
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Itinerary:
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Day 1 - Arrive Delhi
Upon arrival you will be met
and transferred to your Delhi hotel for a 2-night stay.
Day 2 - Delhi
Full day sightseeing tour of Delhi.
Explore the Qutub Complex which houses India's biggest single tower
Qutub Minar and the 4th century rust free Iron Pillar; Mughal
citadel named Lal Qila (Red Fort); and Lutyens Delhi with its tree
lined boulevards leading to the British Viceroy's Palace
(Rashtrapati Bhavan) now the official residence of the President of
India, the Secretariat, India Gate and Parliament House. Also,
visit the grand Jama Masjid and Humayan's Tomb - the only monument
ever built by a queen in memory of her beloved king husband,
which was an inspiration for several other monuments, such as the
incomparable Taj Mahal.
Day 3 - Delhi to Jaipur, 278 Km/5 hrs
Drive to Jaipur,
the famed 'Pink City' also the present capital of Rajasthan known
for its palaces, three hill forts and a shopper's paradise.
Afternoon at leisure.
Day 4 - Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber - capital of
the old state of Dhundhar, located on the rugged hills that
surround Jaipur. Ride the colourfully painted elephants up the
hill, admire the massive gateways, courts, stairways, pillared
pavilions and palaces that recall the glory and wealth of Amber's
association with the Mughals. During the afternoon visit the City
Palace (still houses the erstwhile Royal family); Jantar Mantar -
the Royal Observatory and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - built for
the royal ladies to watch the activities on the market street
below
without being observed themselves.
Day 5 - Jaipur to Agra, 243 Km/6 hrs
Drive to Agra, en
route visit Fatehpur Sikri - the imperial ruins of the dream
capital city of the Great Mughal Emperor - Akbar. Evening at
leisure.
Day 6 - Agra
Visit the Taj Mahal this morning. Nothing,
neither photographs nor descriptions, can prepare you for the
experience of this monument. The Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in
memory of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631, built
one of the world's most famous buildings, the 'Taj Mahal'. Its
perfect proportions and exquisite craftsmanship have been described
as 'a vision, a dream, a poem, and a wonder'. It is an acclaimed
architectural masterpiece and one of the wonders of the world.
20,000 workers laboured for 12 years to build this sublime
garden-tomb of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan. In the afternoon visit
Agra Fort and Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah also called Baby Taj.
Day 7 - Agra to Delhi, 223 Km/5 hrs
Morning at leisure.
Drive to Delhi visiting the Tomb of Emperor Akbar at Sikandra en
route. Stay overnight in Delhi.
Day 8 - Depart Delhi
Transfer to the airport to board
your onward flight.
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