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Tour code:
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ITINERARY FOR THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE Delhi – Agra – Ranthambore /Bharatpur- Jaipur – Delhi |
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DAY – 1 Thursday DEPART USA Day –
2 Friday Delhi On arrival
our representative will receive you at the airport and transfer to
Hotel. Check in at hotel. DELHI: The capital city of Independent India is often the starting point of a visit to India. Like Rome it is an eternal city and is a name with music in it for most of the people. For Indians it is the capital of their country, the centre of power and cultural; for the simple villager it is identified as the home of Panditji, as Mr. Nehru was affectionately known. For foreigners who have read of it in their newspaper and seen on their television, it is a strange, and sometimes puzzling blend of ancient and modern, of pageantry and socialistic planning. There are today two Delhis: Old Delhi - the city built by Shahjahan the man who built the Taj Mahal and New Delhi - built by the British in 1931. It is this juxtaposition of the Old and the New one which is one of the attraction of the capital. While the Old Delhi evokes a distinctly oriental atmosphere, New Delhi has wide avenues and imposing office buildings. Both the cities are dotted with monuments and mosques that can keep any tourist happy for days. Proceed in the morning to visit Old Delhi driving through Ferozshah Kotla, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Lakshmi Narayan Temple and visit Rajghat. This simple square platform of Black Marble on the banks of the River Yamuna marks the place where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. His last words "He'ram" are inscribed on a platform which is surrounded by a serene garden. (2 & ½ hours) Hotel inspection visit Drive through India Gate. Rashtrapati Bhawan, Central Secretariat
Buildings.The Parliament House and enter the Qutub Minar complex to
visit the Qutab Minar. The 72.5 metre high-tower dates back to the
13th century and is one of the greatest bequests of Islamic culture.
At its base lies the Quwwatul-Islam Masjid, the first mosque in India
and the Iron Pillar. A famous iron pillar of the 5th century lies
within the Qutub Minar complex. It has remained rust free for 1500
years. According to local belief if you can get your fingers to touch,
with your back to the pillar, your wishes will be granted. Day 4 Sunday Delhi - Agra After breakfast depart Delhi for Agra by road (126 Miles – 4 hours) visiting Sikandra enroute. On arrival check into hotel. Inspection of the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Agra City visiting Taj Mahal: The magnificent Taj Mahal, built by Emperor Shahjahan , in white marble brought from Jaipur, in the early 1600's for his beloved Queen Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj, once described as "poetry in stone", is justly recognised as one of the true wonders of the world, where 20,000 people from sunrise to sunset which took 22 years to complete its construction. Even after years, now this exquisite mausoleum stands as an eloquent witness to Emperor Shah Jahan's immortal love to his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Also visit the AGRA FORT : Built by Akbar the Great, is a blend of architectural styles used during the reign of three emperors, which includes the Pearl Mosque, the Palace, and the Halls of Private and Public Audience. You can find the place where Shajahan was imprisoned by his last son Aurangazeb for 7 ½ years and died. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
After an early breakfast start at 7 a.m and drive to Fatehpur Sikri (one hour from Agra), the once-fabled Moghul capital that has taken on a sleeping beauty quality, lying quietly but wonderfully preserved. The Emperor Akbar built Fathepur Sikri during the second half of the 16th century, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. The complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, includes one of the largest mosques in India, the Jama Masjid. A large number of masons and stone carvers worked hard on an area that was over two miles long and a mile wide; they used brilliant red sandstone available locally, which provides the buildings with much of their luster. Shortly after the work was completed fifteen years later, it was realized that there was a lack of an adequate water supply and the pristine complex was abandoned. After visit to Fatehpur Sikri continue driving to Bharatpur Rail station for your train to Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore) Dep: Bharatpur
at 10:54am by Train On arrival transfer to hotel – Inspection of hotel followed by lunch. Afternoon have a safari ride to view Tigers of Ranthambore.
Ranthambore encompasses nearly 152 square miles of dry deciduous forest in
southwestern Rajasthan and, in the heart of this forest, the Aravali and
Vindhya ranges meet. The park derives its name from the fort of
Ranthambore, which sits on a rocky outcrop in the forest. The fort dates
back to the 11th century when it was a vital citadel for the control of
central India. In 1981 Ranthambore was awarded National Park status and
though overrun by vegetation, remnants of the summer palaces, temples and
guard stones within the fort still remain. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel Day – 6 Tuesday Ranthambore - Jaipur. Morning
after breakfast drive to Jaipur (80 Miles – 3 hours) Afternoon visit the city of JAIPUR: Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the pink city, built by Raja Jai Singh in the 18th century. It is surrounded by hills topped with rugged fortresses, dotted with fairy-tale palaces. Ambling camels and brightly-dressed peasants, reflect Jaipur's desert heritage. The picturesque city, a fantasy in stone, sit in desert land and is encircled by rugged ranges of the Aravallis. These ranges are crowned with medieval fortresses reminiscent of the days when the valiant Rajputs fought fierce battle and long drawn out wars to protect their beloved land from invaders. Visit the City Palace: This former royal residence is built in a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. Contains an excellent collection of miniature paintings, costumes and armoury. See the Hawa Mahal The intriguing 'Palace of Winds' is really a facade built in 1799 to allow royal ladies to view the city from the windows. Also visit The Observatory Also know as "Jantar Mantar" is a magnificent stone observatory built by Raja Jai Singh in 1728. Proceed to visit another hotel for inspection and dinner. Return to hotel for overnight stay. Day 7 Wednesday Jaipur – Delhi After breakfast excursion to Amber Palace Amber Palace: Amber is a fascinating blend of Hindu and
Muslim architecture. Built in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh, it
sprawls on the hill side. Built in red sandstone and white marble, the
palace complex has some very interesting apartments, the like of which are
not to be found anywhere else in the country. After visit proceed to inspect a hotel. Depart Jaipur
for Delhi by road.
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