GOLDEN TRIANGLE - INDIA

8 Nights, 9 Days

Hotels

Day 01: Arrival Delhi. Overnight at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi Sight Seeing. After a leisurely breakfast, proceed with sightseeing of the various parts of Old and New Delhi.

OLD DELHI - A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Mughul Empire.

NEW DELHI - An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun’s Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President’s Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.

Overnight at Hotel in Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi – Agra . Breakfast and then proceed to Agra.

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.

Check in Hotel. Lunch at a restaurant, followed by sightseeing tour of the world famous Taj Mahal and Agra fort. Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj Mahal.

TAJ MAHAL: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is always the sole 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 it’s 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. Esconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 04  Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur. After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City – Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri.

Drive to Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built this  as his capital and palace in the late 16th century. It is a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition ... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of it’s grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world. Arrive and check in at hotel.

JAIPUR - The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains it's character and history - A beautiful fusion of the past and present. Popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.

Afternoon visit to the local markets and shopping places and evening visit to an ethnic theme village Resort. Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.

Day 05: Jaipur - Udaipur. After breakfast drive to Amber Palace. Enjoy an 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 it's ultimate expression. Continue city sightseeing.

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 elaborate 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.

Day 06: Udaipur . After breakfast drive towards Udaipur. On arrival transfer to hotel. Relax and enjoy a full day at leisure.  A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences and inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers.

Its kaleidoscope of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing valor and chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the LAKE PICHOLA is an enticing sight.

Udaipur is the jewel of MEWAR -a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 Years. Overnight at Uaipur

Day 07: Udaipur Sight seeing. Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Udaipur, stopping first at City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and the Peacock Courtyard. Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari Gardens, the Jagdish Temple and the local folk Museum.

Proceed for an evening motor launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace - the other island palace in the middle of the lake. Spend some time at the Jag Mandir Palace. Overnight at Udaipur.

Day 08: Udaipur Sight seeing Udaipur. Early morning transfer to Udaipur airport to catch flight to Delhi. On arrival Delhi, check in hotel, Relax. Full day at leisure. In the Evening Proceed for the DANCES OF INDIA SHOW. Overnight hotel

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Accommodation Details –

Place                                      Hotel                                      Hotel Category/ Room Category

Delhi                                       Galaxy Hotel                            Five star/Deluxe

Agra                                        Taj View                                  Five star/Superior

Jaipur                                      Jai Mahal Palace                     Five star/Luxury

Udaipur                                   Shiv Niwas Palace                   Heritage/Palace Room

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Cost: Prices are quoted in USD per person sharing and are subject to change until paid in full

Per person sharing: $2 410.00

Including:

• Accommodation in a double occupancy room at the above-specified hotels.

• Meals as per itinerary on a bed and breakfast basis (includes buffet breakfast during your stay)

• All arrival and departure transfers, sightseeing by an exclusive air-conditioned car.

• Airfare for the sector Udaipur to Delhi in economy class.

• Elephant ride at Amber Fort.

• Airport pickup and transfers.

• State tax, toll taxes and driver allowances.

• Assistance at all pickup and departure points.

• All applicable taxes.

Excluding:

• Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills and beverages. 

• Any meals unless and otherwise specifically mentioned.

• Entrances to the monuments. 

• Camera fees (still or movie).

• Domestic & International airfares or train fare. (other than specified above)

• Optional, suggested or unspecified activities. 

• Visa’s vaccinations etc

• Mandatory Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident.

• Tips, baggage porterage and other extras not specified.

Special Conditions: 

* Price is valid for tours taken before 31 May 2008.

* Tour must be paid for in full at time of booking 

* Price only applies for a minimum of two people per person sharing

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