Itinerary
ITINERARY
Day 01 Arrival in Delhi: Meet our representative upon arrival in Delhi and check-in at the hotel. India's capital & a major gateway to the country, Delhi is contemporary and a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient & the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind.
Overnight in Delhi.
Day 02 Sightseeing in Delhi: After breakfast, proceed for a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi. This fascinating city has been in existence since the 6th century BC and has seen ups and downs from the rule of the Pandavas right up to the British Raj. Visit Jama Masjid. Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk the busiest market in Old Delhi…noisy, chaotic and uniquely Indian. You will then drive past to the Red Fort. Later, drive past to India Gate, President House And several other government buildings in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi before you head toward Rajghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. This simple memorial marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Thereafter, visit Humayun’s Tomb, commissioned by Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum in 1562. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, which is the tallest brick minaret in the world; it was commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak, the first Muslim ruler of Delhi. Return back to Hotel.
Overnight in Delhi.
Day 03 Delhi – Agra (210 km/ approx. 4 hours): On arrival in Agra, check-in into your Hotel. Later proceed for Half Day City Tour of Agra. Visit the Red Fort, which was commissioned in 1565 by Akbar. The beautiful yet forbidding structure is a handsome example of Mughal architecture. Later, visit the Taj Mahal … a mausoleum built as a symbol of Emperor Shah Jehan’s devotion to his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Considered an architectural marvel, its construction took thousands of workers over 21 years to complete.
Overnight in Agra.
Day 04 Agra – Ranthambore (230 km/ approx. 5 hours): After breakfast, drive to Fatehpur Sikri, which was built by Emperor Akbar and is home to many historical buildings. Akbar wanted to make Fatehpur Sikri his headquarters; however, he had to abandon it due to shortage of water. The Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti enshrines the burial place of the Sufi saint who lived a religious life here. Fatehpur Sikri is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later drive to Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore). India is home to a maximum number of tigers, 70% per cent of the global population. Ranthambore National Park, once a princely game conserve is the scene where the celebrated Indian tigers are best seen. Arrive Ranthambore and check-in to your hotel.
Overnight in Ranthambore
Day 05 Ranthambore: Today experience early morning and evening game drive in the Ranthambore National Park. Ranthambore Tiger Reserve lies on the junction of Aravali and Vindhyas. It sprawls over a varying and undulating landscape. The scenery changes dramatically from gentle and steep slopes of the Vindhyas to the sharp and conical hills of the Aravali. The tiger is not the only attraction at Ranthambore. A variety of birds including owlets, the ubiquitous langur (monkey), leopard, caracal, hyena, jackal, jungle cat, marsh crocodiles, wild boar, bears and various species of deer are the other attractions.
Overnight in Ranthambore.
Day 06 Ranthambore – Jaipur (150 km/approx. 3 hours): After breakfast, drive to Jaipur - the gateway to the magnificent and vibrant state of Rajasthan. Arrive Jaipur and check-in to your hotel. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 07 Jaipur: Today, enjoy a full-day sightseeing trip of Jaipur, also known as the ‘Pink City’… it is famous for its colourful culture, forts, palaces, and lakes. Visit the Amber Fort… a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. The best way to explore the fort is to ride up to it on elephant back. Later, stop to photograph the beautiful Hawa Mahal, also known as the “Palace of the Winds.” Post lunch, visit the City Palace. Later, visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory. You will also visit the Albert Hall, which was modelled on the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture.
Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 08 Jaipur – Delhi (250 km/approx. 5 hours): After breakfast, you will be transferred to Delhi and meet assistance at the airport for return flight back home.
TOUR TIMING
Daily
Monuments closed on
Agra - Taj Mahal on every Friday
Jaipur – Elephant ride at Amber Fort will not be operational during Eid /Navrataras Festivals
Ranthambore National park will be closed from July to September
Hotel Check-in 1400hrs and check out 1200hrs
Hotel will provide extra bed/mattress as per availability for extra adult sharing double room
Medium vehicle will be provided for 1-2 travelers and Toyota Innova will be provided for 3 -4 travelers
