Itinerary
1
Arrive Delhi
- Hotel Stay
Once you arrive at the Delhi airport, your driver will welcome you and take you to your hotel in the comforts of your air conditioned vehicle to check into your hotel for your over night stay.
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Delhi Sightseeing
- Red Fort
- Jama Masjid
- Qutub Minar
- Humayun’s Tomb
You will enjoy breakfast at the hotel, your driver will take you exploring from your hotel in our comfortable air conditioned vehicles. You will visit various attractions such as; Red Fort, Jama Masijid, Qutub Minar, and Humayun’s Tomb.
Red Fort-This monument is also known as “Lal Quila” represents the zenith of Mughal empire creativity, which was initiated by Shan Jahan in 1526. This landmark represents architectural fusion of Persian, Islamic, and Hindu architectural styles.
Jama Masjid- Is the largest Mosque in India and is famously know as “Masjib-Jahan-Numa”. The Mughal architectural marvel was constructed by emperor Shan Jahan between 1644 and 1658. It is made from red sandstone and around 25.000 people at a single point of time can offer prayer in this mosque at once.
Qutub Minar- This monument was constructed in 1193 by Qutab-Ud-Din-Aibak and is famously known as “Victory Tower”. It is inspired by Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan, it is an important example of early Afghan architecture.
Humayun’s Tomb-The Tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum under her patronage in 1558, and designed by Mira’s Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architect chosen by her.
- Red Fort – this magnificentsandstone monument, referred to locally as “Lal Quila” and commissioned by the fifth Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in 1639. It represents the apex of Mughal creativity and is a blend of Persian, Islamic and Hindu styles.
- Jama Masjid – the largest mosque in India that can house up to 25,000 people in a single prayer session. This is another of Shah Jahan’s creations, also built in local sandstone between 1644 and 1658.
- Qutub Minar, also known as “The Tower of Victory” is a much earlier monument, constructed c.1193 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak, surrounded by a lush green garden.
- Humayun’s Tomb – India’s first great dynastic mausoleum, surrounded by gardens and built in 1570 by Mughal emperor Humayun’s wife, Bega Begum. Overnight stay in Delhi.
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Delhi – Jaipur
- Hotel Stay
Once you have had your breakfast, you will then head towards Agra. Once you reach it, you will be checked into your hotel. Once your settled you will leave for sightseeing. You will visit Agra Fort, and the Taj Mahal.
*Agra Fort-It is a historical fort in the city of Agra and is also known as the “Red Fort”. It was rebuilt by the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 and completed in 1573, it served as the main residence of the ruler of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638 when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi
*Taj Mahal- Meaning “Crown of the Palace” is an Islamic ivory-white marble mausoleum. It was commissioned in 1631 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It has been apart of the Unesco World Heritage Site since 1983.
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Jaipur
- Amber Fort
- Jal Mahal
- Jantar Mantar
- Hawa Mahal
You can visit the Taj Mahal in the morning for the breath taking views of it at sunrise. You will have breakfast at your hotel and then proceed to Jaipur. On the way you will visit Fatehpur SIKRI, and Buland Darwaza.
*Fatehpur Sikri- This was the capital at the time of Mughal Emperor Akbar. It was founded as the capital of Mughal Empire in 1571 by Mughal Emperor Akbar, serving his role from 1571 to 1585 when he abandoned it due to a campaign in Punjab and was later completely abandoned in 1610.
*Buland Darwaza- Or known at the “Door of Victory”, it was built in 1602 by Mughal Emperor Akbar to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. It is the main entrance to the Jama Masjib at Fatehpur Sikri, and is the highest gateway in the world and is an example of Mughal architecture.
- Amber Fort, also known as “Amer Fort” perched high on a hill overlooking Maota Lake, built by ruling Raja Man Singh I in the 16th century. You can ride an elephant, or take a car/jeep to access the hill-top fortress that showcases the lives and styles of former rulers and includes the world famous “Sheesh Mahal” or Hall of Mirrors.
- Jal Mahal – a spectacular red, sandstone,water palace in the middle of ManSagar Lake.
- Jantar Mantar, the largest and best preserved observatory in India, built by Jai Singh II in the 18th century
- Hawa Mahal, or “Palace of the Winds” is one Jaipur’s most photographed landmarks, with more than 950 small windows in its façade and often compared to a beehive, built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799.
- And just around the corner, the City Palace – the world-famous complex conceived by Sawai Jai Singh II -featuring unique courtyards and gardens; a museum that will enlighten you about life in Rajasthan. Make sure you visit PitamNawas Chowk with its four magnificent gates depicting the seasons.
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Jaipur – Agra
- Agra Fort
- Taj Mahal
After you have breakfast you will leave for sightseeing in Jaipur. You will visit the most popular tourist attractions which will include; Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, City Palace which houses the museum, Chandra Mahal and Shri Govid Dev Temple. Once done you will be returned to your hotel for a good nights rest.
Amber Fort- It is also known as “Amer Fort” this beautiful fort attracts over 5,000 tourists from across the globe each day. The Amber Fort is known for its artistic style elements. With its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths, and over looks the Maota Lake which is the main source of water. It was constructed in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh.
Please Note: Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays.
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Agra – Delhi and Departure
- Taj Mahal
- Departure
You will have breakfast at your hotel, then you will proceed towards Delhi, Once there will be dropped off at the airport, where you will board your flight home or to your next destination
Tour Ends