DETAILED ITINERARY
Arrive Delhi. After completing immigration and custom formalities you will be met outside the baggage claim area by our TCI Representative and escorted to a waiting vehicle for your transfer to Hotel in New Delhi .
This is a city full of history, and is a city split in two. Old Delhi was the capital of Mughal India between the 17th and the 19th centuries. & New Delhi on the other hand was established as the capital of India, when the British took over.
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- Sikh Temple - Gurudwara Bangla Saheb
- Jama Masjid Mosque
- Rickshaw ride thru Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi
- Drive pass Red Fort
- Raj Ghat – cremation site of Mahatma Ghandhi
- India Gate
- President’s House
- Qutub Minar
We will start our day by visiting a Sikh Temple, Gurudwara Bangla Saheb, and get some insight into this amazing religion followed by visit to Old Delhi where Mughal era still be felt in the air.
We will visit Jama Masjid India’s largest mosque, built by Emperor Shah Jahan, creator of the Taj Mahal. Take a cycle rickshaw ride through its principal street, Chandni Chowk, originally it is a bustling clutter of shops, temples, mosques and workshops of goldsmiths, silversmiths, silk traders and embroiderers. After the visit we will drive pass Massive Red Fort, to reach at Raj ghat – the places where Mahatama Ghandi was cremated after his assassination.
After the visit we will drive through New Delhi visiting India Gate (War Memorial), a 137 feet high stone arch featuring the names of 90,000 Indian soldiers who died in the First World War; and by the President's house, a huge building with 340 rooms in the middle of a sprawling well laid out gardens.
Continue to visit the Qutub Minar - a tall tower, built to call the devout for prayer at an adjoining mosque.
After the visit return back to hotel.
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- Tonga ride to Agra Fort
- Agra Fort
- Mughal Heritage Walk
After breakfast drive 3.5 hrs on a new super expressway to reach Agra. Catch a glimpse of the elegant Taj Mahal before you check into your hotel for 1 night stay. Enjoy lunch on your own.
This afternoon travel by Tonga (horse carriage) to the massive Agra Fort. From the fort enjoy awesome views of the Taj Mahal. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles, a contrast to the unique Mughal style that emerged during this period. Explore the chambers of this royal residence. Shah Jahan was imprisoned here by his son Aurangzeb. The Shah spent his final years gazing at the tomb he had commissioned for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
After the visit Proceed to enjoy a Mughal Heritage Walk, giving you a behind the scenes glimpse into of the world’s most treasured attractions. This unforgettable, half-mile walk will take you through India’s Mughal history while introducing you to the youth of the community.
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- Taj Mahal
- Chandi Baori - Stepwell
- Camel riding around Abhaneri village
Early morning we will proceed to visit the breathtakingly beautiful eternal building, Taj Mahal
( Closed on All Fridays) .
The Taj Mahal is one of the most extravagant monuments in the world, built by an emperor in fond
memory of his queen. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18
years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock.
Later return back to your hotel for breakfast, post breakfast start the drive to Jaipur (6 hours) stopping en-route to visit Fateh Pur Sirki & then at Chand Baori, one of the deepest stepwells in India located in the village of Abhaneri. A marvelous architectural structure, the ancient reservoir features 3,500 narrow steps descending 13 stories and over 100 feet.
After lunch at Abhaneri we will venture out for some camel riding in the countryside of Abhameri village. Later continue to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. On arrival in Jaipur you are transferred to your hotel .
Jaipur was the capital of Rajasthan province. Everywhere you will see the monuments of its Mughal
rulers. Jaipur is one of the main centers for shopping in India -- especially with regard to textiles, jewellery, stones, carpets, etc. Ambling camels and brightly dressed locals, reflect Jaipur’s desert
heritage while the teeming markets display a profusion of handlooms and crafts.
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- Photo stop at Hawa Mahal & Jal Mahal
- Elephant ride to reach atop of Amber Fort
- City Palace & Solar Observatory
This morning we will visit Amber Fort to view its extravagantly decorated halls and chambers. En –route we will stop for a short photo op at Wind Palace & Water Palace. After arrival at Amber, we will be ascending the fort on Elephant Back, which is a nice & romantic way to get you up-close to this magnificent fort.
Later proceed for visit to Jaipur City Palace Royal Observatory , Jantar Mantar, the Royal open air Observatory. Built in 1726, it is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day. Visit next door City Palace - the City Palace, which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armory, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. The Royal family occupies a portion of this palace, while other areas have been converted to museums
After the visit explore the explore the local market on your own.
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Morning is at leisure. Later post lunch, on time transfer by road to Delhi Upon arrival check in at your hotel.
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Morning transfer to railway station to board morning Shatbadi Express train to Hardiwar.
( Dep Delhi : 0645 hrs / Arrival Haridwar 1122 hrs).
Arrival Haridwar and transfer to Rishikesh.
Afternoon at leisure.
Evening visit Bharat temple, Rishi Kund, Triveni Ghat to be a witness of Ganga Aarti ceremony.
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Morning Yoga & meditation session at hotel. After breakfast, enjoy Neer Gaddu Trek is situated near about 6 kilometer from tapovan. Trekking through waterfalls and passing by shallow pool provides you with genuine taste. The shorter walk through the forest to the waterfall is beautiful. Many species of butterfly and the water is very clear. After trek return back to hotel.
Afternoon free to relax.
Evening proceed for evening Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan.
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Morning Yoga & meditation session at hotel, after breakfast leave for Vashisht Cave 26 km/1 hr drive, once you reach there is 150 meter down trek to reach cave. This cave is very popular among the visitors who come here deep meditation. Vashistha Gufa has shivlinga in it. After the visit return back to hotel.
Afternoon at leisure.
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Morning Yoga & meditation session at hotel. Enjoy leisurely breakfast at hotel. Time to relax or free for independent activities. Check out time noon hrs. Later after check drive to Haridwar and visit Mansa Devi Temple, Daksha Mahadev Temple, Maa Anand Mai Ashramm & Har-ki-pauri in Haridwar.
In time transfer to Railway station to board your train for Delhi Shatabadi Express train (1813/2245 hrs).
Arrive Delhi and proceed to Delhi International airport to connect flight for onward destination.
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