TAJ MAHAL HIGHLIGHTS
( INDIA VACATION )
Highlights; Simply the best tour package to explore India. It
combines the Golden Triangle tourist circuit, Sariska Tiger Reserves,
Ranthambore National Park and Corbett National Park to bring you
the best of India.
- Dehli Tour
- Sariska
Tiger Reserve
- Sariska -
Jaipur
-
Ranthambore
National Park
-
Agra Tour
-
Taj Mahal
- Corbett
National Park
- *Optional
extension to Goa
or Nepal
Day 1, Thu; New York
Depart USA for flight to Delhi India. Your flight includes meals,
drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey.
On board Meals |
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Day 2, Fri; Delhi
Welcome to India.
Arrival in India's capital. You'll be escorted to your first class hotel.
Hotel: THE TAJ MAHAL HOTEL (5 *) or similar (B)
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Day 3, Sat; Delhi Full day.
You will first visit Old Delhi. The tour
will begin with a visit to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma
Gandhi; drive past the Red Fort continuing to the Jama Masjid, It is
the largest mosque in India, accommodating up to 25,000 worshippers
at one time. Designed by Shah Jahan, this grand red sandstone and
white marble mosque was said to have been built by 5,000 artisans
from 1644 to 1656. The broad red sandstone steps lead up to gates to
the east, north and south.
After visiting Old Delhi, you will be driven to New Delhi, which reflects
the legacy the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi
is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals
respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the
division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition where one will
be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets, colours and spells.
New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st
century standards.
The tour to Imperial Delhi will include a visit to the Qutub Minar, the
tallest stone tower in India. Qutub-ud-din Aibak started it in 1199. Pulling
down 27 Hindu and Jain temples and using their columns erected the attached
Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque also built by him. The tour also includes a drive
past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapathi
Bhawan, the President’s residence. Continue driving to Laxmi Narayan Temple
– a Modern Hindu Temple. The Lakshmi Narayan Temple or the Birla Temple as
it is popularly known enshrines Lord Vishnu – the preserver of the Hindu
Trinity. The Temple is one of the major attractions of the capital city -
Delhi. The divine tranquillity of the temple is interrupted only by the
melodious kirtans that echoes in the sanctum sanctorum. The temple enshrines
almost all the deities of the Hindu Pantheon. Last but not the least you
will stop at Delhi’s main Shopping centre in Connaught Place for Shopping
Hotel: THE TAJ MAHAL HOTEL (5 *) or similar (B)
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Day 4, Sun; Sariska Tiger Reserve
Today we leave the capital and drive to Sariska Tiger Reserve which is
situated in the northern part of Aravali hills. Sariska has an area above
479 square km and was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1973 from the government
of India. We take a Jeep ride to watch the activities of Sambars, Chitals,
Nilgais, Chausinghas, Jackals, Wild boars, langurs etc. If we are lucky
enough today we might have an audience with the Tiger which are numerous in
this park.
Hotel: Sariska Palace hotel (3.5 *) or similar (B) |
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Day 6, Mon; Sariska - Jaipur
Today we drive to the Pink City, Jaipur. This city owes its name,
foundations and careful planning to the great warrior and astronomer,
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and famous
for its handicrafts and precious and semiprecious stones.
In the afternoon
we visit the city palace which is still the formal residence of the royal
family, built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the
museum of the city palace we visit the private collection of the Jaipur
Maharajas. We continue to Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory, the largest of
Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories. Its complex instruments reveal us
the secrets of medieval Indian astronomy.
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Day 7, Tue; Jaipur
Morning breakfast then drive to the ancient capital of Amber, laying 10
km away from Jaipur. Amber was the ancient capital of Kachhawaha dynasty for
six centuries before it was moved to newly created Jaipur. We will ascend to
the Palace Fortress on the back of an Elephant. On Enroute to Amber we visit
the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains 953
small casements with each having its own balcony. The windows here
enabled cool air to circulate and the ladies to watch processions below
without being seen. In the afternoon you will have a walk through the
colourful Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a factory to see the famous block
printing work being done since centuries in Jaipur. In the evening your will
drive through the new city of Jaipur and visit 'Laxmi Narayan Mandir', a
Hindu temple made out of white marble. You will get an opportunity here to
observe a prayer ceremony. Have dinner with a presentation of Indian music
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Day 8, Wed; Jaipur - Ranthambore
This day bring you to Sawai Madhopur, where you can check into a forest
lodge, on the outskirts of the Ranthambore National Park. Post lunch, enjoy
an exhilarating jungle safari inside the wildlife sanctuary and have fun
spotting wild animals and exotic birds.
Ranthambore National Park is rated among one of the finest tiger reserves in
India. Located amidst the picturesque surroundings of the Aravalis and the
Vindhya ranges in eastern Rajasthan, the Ranthambore National Park is known
for its rich and varied flora and fauna.
Overnight stay at the lodge
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Day 9, Thu; Ranthambore - Agra
Explore the park on jeeps early in morning. After the Jeep Safari and
perhaps with the memories of your last encounter with tiger we leave
Rajasthan, the biggest state in India and drive through a series of fields,
small towns and villages to Agra. On en route we make a stop and visit
Fatehpur Sikri, which was once an imperial capital frozen in time,
constructed by Akbar the Great in the 16th century. This wonderful city
constructed by red sand stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been
built. It has been generally stated that it was due to failing in the water
supply. Late evening arrival in Agra india. Rest of the day at leisure
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Day 10, Fri; Agra - Delhi
We start today our sightseeing by a visit to the Agra Fort, built by three
of the greatest Mughal emperors. The construction of this massive structure
began in 1565 under Akbar's reign and continued till the time of his
grandson's reign, Shahjahan who built the impressive imperial quarters and
mosque. After the visit of Agra Fort we proceed to visit the most beautiful
monument of India, the Taj Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a
continually fulfilling beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan
between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal
(Jewel of the Palace), who died at the age of 39 giving birth to her 14th
child. We spend enough time at Taj Mahal to take this impressive memory
home. After the visit of Taj Mahal we have a look at the famous fine marble
inlay work which is still being done in Agra by the descendants of the
families of builders and artists of the Taj Mahal. In the afternoon after
the visit of Taj Mahal we drive to Delhi. Arrive in Delhi in the evening
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Day 11, Sat; Delhi – Corbett
Early morning drive from Delhi to Corbett National Park. Arrival at
campsite by noon. After lunch, visit the Interpretation Centre. Guided jeep
safari through Corbett Park.
Corbett National Park is set in the Shivalik foothills of the Himalayas in
Uttranchal. River rafting and elephant rides are the favorite activities of
the tourists here across the 520 sq km of India's first national park along
the bank of Ramganga river. It is also known for Sal tree as its main flora.
It is named after the hunter-naturalist Jim Corbett, who suggested the
conception of this wildlife sanctuary, Over 50 mammals, 580 birds and 25
reptile species have been spotted here but the highlight of course is the
Indian Tigers, Leopards and Gharials, the rare fish eating, long-nosed
crocodiles. this location is heavenly abode for adventure lovers and
wildlife enthusiasts.
Day free to relax or indulge in wildlife photography. Dinner and overnight
stay at Corbett National Park.
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Day 12, Sun; Corbett
Early morning elephant safari through open grasslands and dense forests for
wildlife viewing in the Corbett National Park. After breakfast, jeep safari
to lakeside to see crocodiles. After lunch, day free to relax. Optional
spending the day in a watchtower overlooking a water hole. Evening film
shows on wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at the park |
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Day 13, Mon; Delhi
Morning, depart for Delhi by road , Optional Check in at hotel and freshen
up.
Transfer to airport for connecting flight home or 5 day Beach Extension in
Goa or 5 day Extension Kathmandu, Nepal. |
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Day 14: Tue; New York/ Home
Arrive home today
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From USD $2690.00 including Airfare
Package includes:
- Round trip Airfare
- Airport arrival/departure assistance & transfers
- All entrance & sightseeing per program
- Hotel( HB basis)
- All Local Flights on tour
- Tour guide
Tour Package does not include:
- Laundry, valet, telephone calls, wines and liquors other than those specified.
- Visitor's VISA obtain upon arrival at airport
- Any meals not mentioned optional lunch during tour
- Any item or service not mentioned
- Tips for guides, tour leaders & drivers
- Airfare taxes
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