Duration : 12 nights/ 13 Days
Destinations Covered :Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh - Delhi - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur - Delhi.
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
You will be met on arrival and transferred to you pre booked hotel. Over night stay in Delhi..
Day 02 : Delhi - Sightseeing
After breakfast meet your guide at hotel lobby, who will take you for splendid guided sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi visiting Laxmi Narayan Temple – the great sacred place of worship for Hindu devotees, India Gate - The monument of martyrs of World War -I, Parliament House - The Indian Government command center, Qutub Minaret- built in 1193 AD is tallest brick minaret in India, Humayun’s Tomb – built in 1562 AD gave an architectural inspiration in construction of Taj Mahal. In the afternoon take city sightseeing of Old Delhi visiting Jama Masjid - The largest mosque in India, Red Fort - The red stone magic, Gandhi memorial - The chronicle of father of the nation. In the evening you have an option of enjoying the sound & light show in the Red Fort. Overnight at the hotel in Delhi.
Day 03 : Delhi - Haridwar (By Train) – Drive to Rishikesh (25 kms / half hour drive)
Early morning, you will be transferred to Delhi railway station to board the super fast Shatabdi Express train to Haridwar. On arrival at Haridwar railway station meet our representative and who will assist you till your pre booked hotel in Rishikesh, famous as Yoga & Meditation capital of the world. In the afternoon enjoy city tour of Rishikesh visit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Muni Ki Reti – Chief bathing Ghat in Rishikesh followed by grand viewing of Ashrams, some of which are worldwide renowned as centre of theoretical studies for Yoga and Meditation. Evening attend the Aarti procession on the bank of Ganges. Overnight stay at Rishikesh. Some famous Meditation Ashrams of Rishikesh are, Shivanand Ashram, Omkarananda Patanjali Ashram and Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Overnight at the hotel in Rishikesh.
Day 04 - Day 08 : Rishikesh
Full day at Ashram for Meditation & Yoga classes
Day routine of Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 P.M. to 15.45 P.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Day 09 : Rishikesh - Haridwar – Delhi (By Train)
Morning after breakfast drive to Haridwar, upon arrival take temple tour of the religious city. Haridwar is first city where holy river Ganges enters the great Indian plains after flowing from Himalayas. Visit Chandi Devi & Mansa Devi Temple by cable car. In the evening board super fast shatabdi train to Delhi. Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
Day 10 : Delhi - Agra
Morning drive to Agra – city of one of the Seven Wonders of the World Taj Mahal. Enroute to Agra visit Sikandra Tomb, mausoleum of Greatest Mughal Emperor Akbar, the Tomb was constructed between 1542 – 1605 AD. Upon arrival Agra check into the hotel reserved for your overnight stay. After freshen up meet your guide at the hotel and proceed for memorable sightseeing tour of Agra, start the tour with visit to Taj Mahal – The grandest structure devoted to Love.
It is said the Taj Mahal was constructed by Shah Jahan to keep his last promise to his beloved wife Queen Mumtaz Mahal, that he will built the most beautiful monument in the world in her memory. The construction of white marble Tomb started in 1631 AD and took 22 years to get completed with workforce of 22,000 labours. Later in day visit Agra Fort – Centre of Mughal rule in India. This world Heritage sight was constructed between 1565 – 1573 AD. Your Agra tour ends with visit to Itmad-ud-Dalulah Tomb crowned as the most beautiful monument in India, the Tomb is also known as Baby Taj and was constructed between 1622 – 1628 AD by Noor Jahan wife of Mughal Emperor Jahagir in memory of her father. In the evening we have arranged a 6D Documentary show “India in motion” for you, this will take you on the tour of Indian History and Culture. Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.
Day 11 : Agra – Jaipur (238 Kms/ 5 Hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel restaurant drive to Jaipur, en-route visiting the ghosted city Fatehpur Sikri once the capital of Mughal Empire. But due to scarcity of water the place was abandoned, places to visit at Fatehpur sikri are Buland Darwaja, Tomb of Salim chisti, Hall of Public Audiences, Hall of private audiences. Arrive Jaipur and relax at Hotel. In the evening we have arranged a special theme dinner to introduce you with Rajasthan culture, enjoy dinner with live folk dance and puppet show program. Night stay at Jaipur.
Day 12 : Jaipur Sightseeing & Excursion to Amber Fort.
After breakfast excursion to Amber Fort, 11 Kms from Jaipur. Amber was centre of ruling for ancient Kachwaha Kingdom later they shifted their capital to Jaipur. The royal Elephant ride takes you to vibrant entrance of the fortified Amber fort, enjoy guided tour of Amber fort, famous for its unique blend of Mughal and Rajasthani architectural style. Afternoon enjoy fascinating city tour of pink city Jaipur visiting Palace of Winds -this five stories pink sandstone palace was constructed in 1799 AD by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh to allow the royal ladies to observe the daily life of Jaipur from 953 small windows on front side of the palace, followed by visit to Observatory an amazing collection of traditional astronomical instruments, end your Jaipur tour with visit to city Palace, it houses rich collection of miniature paintings, rare manuscripts, royal wardrobe, and artilleries. Evening free to visit the local market. Jaipur is very famous for Designer Jewelries and Handicraft. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 13 : Jaipur – Delhi Airport (258 kms / 5 hrs).
After breakfast drive to Delhi. On arrival transfer to Delhi International airport to board flight for onward destination.
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Basic Inclusions of the package :
- Assisted transfers from airport to hotel and back
- Accommodation in hotels (as per the category selected)
- Daily Breakfast Buffet
- City tour + Drives by private car
- An English / Language speaking well mannered guide during sightseeing trips
- All currently applicable taxes
Exclusions:
- Any meal unless mentioned above, personal expenses like telephone /laundry bills etc.
- Entrance fees and still camera or video camera charges at various monuments and museums.
- Tips and gratuities to drivers, guides, and bellboys at hotels
- Departure taxes or Visa handling fees (A Visa is required to visit India)
- Any International Air fare, Airports tax and travel insurance etc. and other services not specified above.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Remarks
» All prices quoted per person in INR. on twin sharing basis. Rates subject to change without notice Rates are applicable for a minimum of two (2) persons travelling at one time.
» Rates are applicable for Indian market only.