Mughals & Maharajas The Golden Triangle Tour.
Enjoy this outstanding journey through
North Indias famous sights, Including Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. The journey
offers an extraordinary insight into the rich history, cultural and heritage
of India. Best Time to Visit: Mid October to Mid March.
Duration of the Tour: 07 Days Route: Delhi-Jaipur-
Agra- Delhi.
Itinerary Day 1: Arrive Delhi:
Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel( Rooms available from
1200hrs). Overnight in hotel. Day 2: Delhi-
Sightseeing: After breakfast a full day guided Visit to the Red
Fort and Jamai Masjid (Mosque) : Shah Jahan ( King of the World) founded the
city of Shahjanabad, now referred to as Old Delhi, in 1648. The famous Red
Fort in the heart of Old Delhi was once the most opulent fort of the Mughal
Empire and it boasts the Diwan-I-Am, Hall of Private Audience. Opposite the
fort is the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the world, built by
Shah Jahan to dominate his city. Breakfast & Overnight in
Hotel Delhi: It was the magnet that drew the Mongols,
Turks, Persians, Afghans, Mughals and Finally the British. All of whom
contributed to its glorious but turbulent history. The fascination with
Delhi was such that even though it was abandoned many times, its rulers
returned to it again and again rebuilding it at least seven times.
Day 3: Delhi- Jaipur ( 250kms/5hrs drive):
After breakfast we drive to Rajasthans Capital- Jaipur , Journey bringing
us first to see the 16th century hilltop fortress - Palace and its richly
decorated apartments. Ascend by painted elephant from the foot of the hill
to the ancient Rajput capital of Amber, this fort palace was begun by Raja
Man Singh and used by the Rajputs as their stronghold until Sawai Jai Singh
II moved to the newly created Jaipur. You will visit the palace and its many
intricate chambers and hallways, which has breathtaking views of the Jal
Mahal (Water palace) below. after visit fort we continue about 30 min to
Jaipur, built in 1727, was the dream of the
brilliant ruler Jai Singh. It has retained its reputation as one of the for
most cities in India planned and executed in a manner that draws accolades
from modern town planners. Jaipur is known as the pink city, because many
buildings are still washed pink, the traditional colour of welcome, which
was originally introduced to honor the visit of the Prince Albert in 1856.
On arrival in our delightful heritage hotel we check-in for 2nights.
Day 4, Jaipur. This morning we visit
City Palace, still inhabited by Jai Singhs descendants is a superb fusion
of Rajput and Mughal architecture. A city within a city, it includes the
Govind Deo Temple, the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory and the
Maharajas museum with his personal collection of weaponry, miniature
paintings, royal attire and jewellery. On the periphery of the Palace stands
the Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, an elaborate pink sandstone façade
behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on in
the street below, we will also have time to explorer the beautiful bazaar.Breakfast
& Overnight in Hotel. Day 5, Jaipur
Agra (drive 247kms/6hrs). After early breakfast, we drive to Agra
Journey bringing us first to the Deserted sand stone building of Fater Pur
Sikiri and the Sufi shrine of Sallem Chesti, After visiting this
extraordinary monument we continue our one hour drive from hear to Agra,
with the stunning Taj Mahal epitomizing the outstanding architecture of the
Mughals. The earliest reference to Agra can be found in the epic Mahabharata
where it is referred to as the Agravana. It was in the medieval period,
however, that Agra rose to prominence as the capital of the Mughals when the
city was beautified with gardens, water falls, bathhouses and canals. Today,
the bustling streets of Agra boast a thriving carpet industry, leather
workers and of course marble and sandstone sculptors, some of whom claim to
be descendants of the craftsmen who helped build the great Taj Mahal.
Afternoon at relax by the pool side.Breakfast and overnight in hotel.
Day 6: Agra- sightseeing. Today we
visit India's most celebrated monument the Taj Mahal, built as a monument of
eternal love by Shah Jahan to the bride Mumtaz, the Taj Mahal looks
amazingly graceful from almost any angle. It was built over a period of 20
years by 20,000 laborers and craftsmen and displays superb craftsmanship.
The close up details of the Taj Mahal is as exquisite as the overall
architectural design, with semi-precious stones and beautiful patterns
covering the marble surface. RED Fort, Akbar began Agra Fort in 1565, with
additions of the citadel being made through to the time of Akbars grandson,
Shah Jahan (King of the World). The forts have fine views of the Taj across
the River Yamuna, and consists of Deewani Aam (hall of public ordnances)
and Deewan- Khass (the hall of Private ordnances), it also has a nice grape
garden, beautiful fountain ways. Evening free, to relax by the pool.Breakfast
and overnight in hotel. Day 7, Agra-Delhi
(drive 250kms/5hrs). After breakfast we drive back to Delhi, if
time allows we can visit the Birth place of Blue Skinned Lord Krishna
enroute. Arriver Delhi, where we have rooms available until 2100hrs for wash
and Change. Later transfer to the airport.
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