Duration: 10Nights/ 09 Days
Destinations covered:
Abroad, Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Roopangarh, Kuchaman, Samode
Day 01: Abroad - Delhi
Midnight : Upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport you
would be welcomed by our executive who would be holding your name on a
placard. Our executive would assist you to check into your hotel.
Overnight stay at Delhi.
Delhi is a city which narrates the history of India. The city was
built and destroyed seven times and has been witness to the various
events which has brought India through the history books. Today as the
capital of India, Delhi is the seat of administration and the
monuments which tell the saga of a bygone era stand there. These icons
are testimony to the grandeur of past and also an attraction for the
tourists. With an area of 1483 sq. Kms, Delhi is all set to acquire
full statehood. The charm of Delhi has attracted Emperors, Conquerors
and poor in equally. It is correctly said that Delhi is a land of 'Dilwalas'
or for people with heart. This phrase acquires a true colour when one
goes around the lanes of Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast explore a city where dreams comes to reality. While
touring Delhi, you will experience a blend of ancient well preserved
monuments like Qutab Minar, Red Fort, jama Masjid, and passing by
President's House, Parliament House and Connaught Place shopping
center. Also visit to Raj Ghat and Shanti Van - the cremation sites of
Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Evening walk through narrow
streets of Chandi Chock the old shopping market in Delhi. Overnight
stay at Delhi.
Day 03 : Delhi - Agra (205 kms)
After breakfast we depart for Agra. Enroute we take a brief stopover
at Sikandra - a magnificent garden tomb of the Mughal Emperor Akbar.
On arrival at Agra our company representative would assist you to
check in hotel. After lunch we visit Taj – Mahal the most extra vagant
monument of the world built by Emperor Shahjahan in memory of beloved
wife Mumtaj Mahal. After taj mahal the Agra Fort built in red
sandstone with its magnificent palaces, halls of public and private
audience and the beautiful gardens. The visit of Agra fort is must
since so many historical incidents took place here. Evening wWe have
planned a visit to a marble factory where you can see the beautiful
inlay work of precious and semi precious stones. Overnight stay at
Agra.
Agra is famous as the home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World
-the Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his
beloved consort Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful mausoleum took 22 years
to complete with a work force of 20,000 craftsmen and master builders,
who came from all over Asia to join in this great work from Baghdad,
Shiraz, Delhi, Samarkand and Turkey. Agra was their capital for nearly
a hundred years from 1564. A pleasant town, with a comparatively easy
pace, Agra is known for its superb inlay work on marble and soapstone
by artisans who are hereditary craft persons. The city is also famous
for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes.
Day 04 : Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (230 km)
After breakfast we take a leave to Jaipur, enroute visit Fatehpur
Sikri. A poetry written in stones, showcasing the monumental heritage
of Mughals erstwhile regime, explore colossal Buland Darwaza, Palace
of Jodha Bai and Khan-i-khana tomb, unique examples of Indo-Islamic
styles of art and architecture. . It is now one of the World Heritage
Sites in India. After lunch we continue out journey to Jaipur. On
arrival at Jaipour our company representative would assist you to
check in hotel. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Jaipur, the vibrant capital of Rajasthan, is popularly known as the '
Pink City ' because of the pink-coloured buildings in its old city. It
sits on a dry lake bed in a somewhat arid landscape, surrounded by
barren hills surmounted by forts and crenellated walls. This buzzing
metropolis is certainly a place of wild contrasts and a feast for the
eyes. All through, Jaipur has retained its strong Rajputana flavour
tempered by several influences - the mughal being the most prominent.
The region's strong cultural heritage is distinctly evident even
today. The city is a visitor's delight. From the intricate, delicate
looking Hawa Mahal to the graphic forms of the Jantar Mantar - an open
air observatory of outsized astronomical instruments, the Badi Chaupar
lined with shops and business establishments on both sides to the
majestic fort-palace at Amber; from the colorful fountains of life to
the sublime Birla Temple; from the architectural delight of the City
Palace to the serene Jal Mahal.
Day 05: Jaipur
After breakfast tour travel guide accompanies you on a visit to some
popular tourist places of the city. Visit the majestic Amber Fort in
outskirt of Jaipur. We take elephant ride to the fort. Then visit
Jaigarh Fort where there is largest cannon of the world on wheels.
Proceed to the City Palace, the Hawa Mahal (the wind palace) and the
Jantar Mantar (the natural observatory). Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 06 : Jaipur - Roopangarh - Kuchaman (150 km)
After breakfast today we drive you to Roopangarh and visit the town
and get to know the countryside, the people, their crafts and can also
participate in the folk dances performed by the locales. Later, we
drive to Kuchaman. Check in the Kuchaman Fort. Overnight stay at
Kuchaman Fort (A Heritage Hotel)
Day 07 : Kuchaman - 200 km - Samode: (A Treasure Palace of the Rajasthan)
Your morning will be at leisure and you will have enough time for
your individual activities and visit the fort. A visit to the museum
of weapons and armor in Kuchaman Fort will be a rewarding experience.
After lunch we leave for Samode. Overnight in the Hotel Samode Palace
(A Deluxe Heritage Hotel).
Day 08 : Samode - 250 km - Delhi
Your morning will be full of excitement and thrill, go for a camel
ride through the Samode village and the surrounding, then visit Samode
Bagh, iridescent with flowering bushes, fruit trees and lush green
lawns. It gives you the feeling of an oasis set amidst the dry rugged
expanse of an ochre desert. Later in the day we set for Delhi. Evening
check in hotel. Overnight stay at Delhi.
Day 09: Delhi - Abroad
After morning breakfast free for leisure. We ensure timely transfer
for backhome journey with sweet Indian memories. Happy, comfortable
and safe journey- Namaste - Team Colourful Indian Holidays!!!!