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India Gate and the grand government
buildings, the President’s House, Red fort, Mahatma Gandhi
Memorial, Also visit Laxmi Narayan temple popularly known as Birla
Temple. Night stay in Delhi.
DAY 03 - DELHI-AGRA
Early morning drive to the city of Taj-Agra, Arrive Agra in
approx. 4 hours & transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit the Red fort
- the rusty and majestic red- sandstone fort of Agra stands on
the banks of the river Yamuna and the construction was started by
E mperor Akbar in 1566. At the Diwan-I-Am(hall of public
audience), a colonnaded hall of red-sandstone with a throne
alcove of inlaid marble at the back, the Emperor heard public
petitions. At the Diwan-I-Khas (hall of private audience) where
marble pavilions with floral inlays lend an ethereal ambience, the
Emperor sat on his gem-studded peacock Throne and met foreign
ambassadors and rulers of friendly kingdoms. Later at sunset
visit the magnificent Taj Mahal - one of the seven wonders of the
world surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created.
20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to
Shah Jahan's beloved wife. Evening free to explore the Agra’s rich
heritage of handicrafts in its markets. Night stay in Agra.` |
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DAY 04 - AGRA-JAIPUR
After breakfast drive to Jaipur- the fabled “pink
city” of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharaja of
Jaipur. This is the only city in the world, symbolizing the
nine
divisions of the universe through the nine rectangular sectors
subdividing it. The palaces and forts of the yesteryears, which
were witnesses to the royal processions and splendours are now
living monuments enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri-a perfectly
preserved red sandstone “ghost town” which was the estranged
capital of mughal emperor Akbar, built in 1569 and deserted when
its water supply failed. Arrive Jaipur in late evening & transfer
to hotel. Night stay in Jaipur.
DAY 05 - JAIPUR
After a leisurely
breakfast, visit the majestic Amber Fort, is one that cannot be
easily described. Ride up on Elephants to the former capital of
the royals set against the backdrop of the wooded hills. Later
visit the Palace of Winds also known as Hawa mahal, this elaborate
building, now little more than a façade, is encrusted with
delicate screen sand carved balconies from which the royal ladies,
confined to their quarters, could sneak views of the outside
world. Past, present and future merge at Jai Singh's observatory,
where time has been accurately measured since the 17th
century. Evening enjoy dinner at Chokhi dani (an ethnic village
resort) where you will have an idea of the village life of
Rajasthan here you will also enjoy various traditional Rajasthani
dances, puppet show and various other interesting activities.
Night stay in Jaipur.
DAY 06 - JAIPUR
Morning walking tour of some interesting streets and squares of
the Pink City to catch glimpses of the habitual patterns of its
people, which even includes attending heart-rending prayers at
Sri Govind Devji temple. Optional day tour to Sanganer town (for
block printing factories) or a lunch at Samode Palace. Sunset view
of Jaipur from the imposing Nahargarh fort.
DAY 07 - JAIPUR-RANTHMBHORE
Morning drive to Ranthambhore- famous for the wildlife sanctuary
whi ch is said to have the India’s friendliest Tigers and also
considered to be the best place in the world to photograph the
tiger in its natural habitat. Arrive Ranthambhore & transfer to
hotel. Afternoon 3 hrs Jungle safari in a Canter (a vehicle which
is open on the top) enjoy the game viewing in the national park.
Night stay in Ranthambhore.
DAY 08 - RANTHAMBHORE-KOTA-BUNDI
Early morning Jungle safari in National Park, Later drive to Kota
& transfer to hotel . Afternoon Visit the palace, museum & also
visit the fort city Bundi. Night stay in Kota.
DAY 09 - KOTA- CHITTAURGARH
After breakfast picturesque drive towards Chittaurgarh visiting
ancient carved temples of Menal on the way. The route covers
glimpses of unspoiled tribal life. Visit the Chittaur fort - the
symbol of Rajput chivalry, pride and honor. Night stay in
Chittaurgarh.
DAY 10 -
CHITTAURGARH-DUNGARPUR
Drive to Dungarpur & transfer to the palace still inhabited by the
royal family- a rare opportunity to be entertained by the royal
family and closely see the princely lifestyle. Day free for
leisure. Night stay in Dungarpur.
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