India is experiencing an ever-increasing number of visitors who come to experience the unique blend of headiness that the subcontinent so effortlessly brews. The route between Delhi, Agra and Jaipur has, for many years, been a veritable 'quintessential India' - an introduction to those on tighter travel schedules. Although the trail is undeniably well trodden, there’s still plenty to discover for knowledge seekers, or for those with an afternoon away from their tour group. Reach for a few oft-missed attractions that are well worth seeking out during your visits to Agra and Jaipur.
Mystery, magic, mayhem... Welcome to Delhi, City of Djinns, and 25 million people. Like an eastern Rome, India’s capital is littered with the relics of lost empires. A succession of armies stormed across the Indo-Gangetic plain and imprinted their identity onto the vanquished city, before vanishing into rubble and ruin like the conquerors that preceded them. Modern Delhi is a chaotic tapestry of medieval fortifications, Mughal mausoleums, dusty bazaars, colonial-era town planning, and mega malls.
Travellers sometimes leave Delhi underwhelmed, after ticking off the sights and tussling with the touts. But give the city a chance and you might fall in love. It’s often the lesser-known corners that are most rewarding, such as Lodi Gardens at dusk, the qawwali at Nizamuddin or the great fort of Purana Qila. A recommended way to glimpse beneath the surface is to take one of the city’s tours, from a former street child’s view of Old Delhi to a cycle tour along the Yamuna.
Navigating Delhi’s seven cities or 12, if you include British-built New Delhi and the satellite cities of Noida, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Gurgaon is made infinitely easier by its gleaming, and efficient metro.
From Delhi, head southeast via private vehicle or by train to Agra - home of the wondrous Taj Mahal - a resounding tribute to a lost love and undoubtedly the most brilliant manifestation of the Mughal dynasty’s design aesthetic. The glistening white marble and the swirling, minaret-like towers never fail to impress.
While the Taj Mahal was built to honour the dead, Fatehpur Sikri, located 40km from Agra, was very much a place for the living. The palace’s grand human scale is immediately captivating - it’s impossible not to feel haunted by the ghosts of the emperor, princesses, valets and concubines that once roamed the hallowed courtyards.
From Agra and Fatehpur Sikri, plough westward to Jaipur, about three hours by private vehicle, where further spoils of the Mughal lords await. Known as the Pink City for its ribbon of walls that extend throughout the central core, Jaipur is the gateway to Rajasthan’s collection of rugged landscapes, photogenic cities and elaborate palaces.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi, and be assisted at the airport or railway station and transfer to the hotel. Night stay in Delhi
Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast proceed for city sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi
OLD DELHI - A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would include visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India.
NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, and the President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. Night stay in Delhi
Day 3: Delhi – Agra (By Surface)
After breakfast drive to Agra. Arrive Agra and check in at your hotel. Later, proceed for city sightseeing tour of Agra. Visit the world famous Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Also visit Agra Fort, containing the pearl mosque – the rusty and majestic red sandstone fort of Agra stands on the bank of river Yamuna and Emperor Akbar started the construction in 1566. At the Diwan-I-Khas (Hall of Private Audience) the marble pavilions with floral inlays lend on ethereal ambience, the Emperor sat on his gem-studded peacock throne and met foreign ambassador and rulers of friendly kingdoms. Night stay in Agra
Day 4: Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur (By Surface)
After breakfast drive to Jaipur en-route visit 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. After the visit continue drive to Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur and check-in at hotel. Night stay in Jaipur
Day 5: Jaipur
After breakfast proceed for excursion to Amber Fort.
AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Maharaja Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Maharaja Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise, where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression.
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. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Maharaja Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women. Night stay in Jaipur
Day 6: Departure
Morning, proceed for departure and transfer to the airport or railway station to board the flight or train for your onward journey. Tour ends with sweet memories.
Inclusions
5 Nights accommodation in a twin or double sharing plan
Half Board plan i.e., 5 Breakfast and 5 Dinner
Air condition Indigo car as per the above itinerary
All transfers or sightseeing as per the above itinerary
All present applicable taxes
Exclusions
Entrance fees at the monuments
Any other meals except breakfast and dinner
Any expenses of personal nature like – tips, portages, mineral water, telephone calls, laundry etc.,
Still or video camera fees during the tour
Any flight or train ticket fare
Guide services at any place
Any ride like Elephant ride etc.
Any other item or services which are not mentioned in the above head Inclusions
Hotels Used or Similar
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Cities |
Standard 2 Star |
Superior 3 Star |
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Delhi |
Delhi Pride |
Le Seasons |
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Agra |
Amar Yatri Niwas |
Crystal Inn |
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Jaipur |
Garden View |
Vrisa |
Tour Cost (INR): Valid till 30th September 2015
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Particular |
Standard 2 Star |
Superior 3 Star |
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Per person in a twin /double sharing plan |
Rs. 19500/- |
Rs. 21500/- |
Tour Cost (INR): Valid from 1 October till 31 March 2016 (except 20 December 2015 till 5 January 2016)
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Particular |
Standard 2 Star |
Superior 3 Star |
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Per person in a twin / double sharing plan |
Rs. 20400/- |
Rs. 23200/- |
Important Note
The above given cost is calculated on the basis of the selected hotels and base or mentioned category of rooms. In case Rooms in the above said hotels are not available at the time of booking then we will offer similar category hotel and the costing is subject to change as per the rates & availability of rooms. Please note that this is our offer letter and we are not holding any rooms in the above said hotel as of now. We will process the booking upon your receipt of confirmation.
Tour Conditions
A minimum of 02 persons are required
Children above the age of 12 years will be charged the applicable adult rates
All Rates & bookings subject to availability
Rates are subject to change
Tour confirmation on receipt of full advance
Our Company Cancellation (Retention) Policy
Before 30 days 50% of tour cost
Before 20 days 75% of tour cost
Before 10 days 100% of tour cost
No Show 100% of tour cost
Hotels cancellation (charges) policy as per there company policy
In Case of exceptional circumstances where in we are not in position to provide Hotel mentioned, shall offer similar Hotel
All tourists are advised to take comprehensive Insurance on their own
The timings given in itinerary and program may be changed without notice keeping in mind local development
Visit to all Museums in program are subject to their remaining open on day of visit as per rules of competent authority
All Cost quoted are in INR
All expenses which are not included in the cost of package shall be paid directly by tourist at the time of checkout
The festival dates in India are based on Hindu system of astrology which is subjected to movement of moon in relation to earth
Therefore, there may be change of date of festival by one day
We may alter the program by one /another to visit festival
Taj Mahal closed on Friday for visitors
Supplement will be charge extra during festivals / fairs
Standard check-in time 1400 hrs & check-out time 1200 noon
Any hike in Govt. Taxes, Fuel etc., will attract a surcharge to be paid prior the departure date
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