Duration : 07 Nights / 08 Days
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Neemrana - Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri -
Agra
Day
01 Arrival Delhi Arrive at Delhi in the late evening. You will be
met on arrival and transferred to your hotel for two nights.
Day
02 Delhi Enjoy a sightseeing of Old Delhi in the morning.
(Including Red Fort, Jama Masjid and the bazaars of Chandni Chowk) Note: Red
Fort is closed on Mondays
Old Delhi pulses with the energy and
colour, the hustle and bustle of thronged bazaars and is laced by a maze of
narrow lanes which twist and turn between tall, leaning houses full of the
sights, sounds and aromas of the Indian sub-continent. In Old Delhi you will
see the famous Red Fort surrounded by shops, and bazaars (built by the
Emperor Shah Jehan - the builder of Taj Mahal), the Jama Masjid mosque with
its tapering minarets and wonderful marble domes, Chandni Chowk (Old Delhi's
business nerve center), the hustle-bustle of everyday Indian life all around
you and chattering voices. Enjoy a sightseeing of New Delhi in the
afternoon. (Including Qutub Minar, Humayun's tomb and Lutyen's buildings)
New Delhi stands in formal splendour, like a lone sentry guarding an outpost
of a long-gone empire. It is a city of wide boulevards, which offers
ever-changing perspectives of Lutyen's landscaped city. It is a city rich
with formal parks and you will see the magnificent Parliament Building and
the Rashtrapati Bhawan (the official residence of the President of India in
the 330 acres of land and designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens), once the
awe-inspiring residence of the British Viceroys and now the Presidential
Palace, India Gate (a majestic 42-mts high arch, built as a memorial to the
Indian Soldiers killed in World War I), Qutub Minar (the 72.5 mts high tower
dating back to 13th century and one of the greatest bequests of Islamic
Culture), Humayun's Tomb (built in the 16th century and architecturally the
fore runner of the Taj Mahal, has Mughal Architecture at its graceful best).
Overnight at Hotel
Day 03 Delhi - Neemrana
Drive from Delhi to Neemrana (drive time - 4 hours approximately) Check in
at your hotel for overnight stay. Rest of the day is at leisure to explore
the city. Built since 1464 AD, Neemrana Fort-Palace is India's oldest
heritage resort. Sited on a majestic plateau, concealed in a horseshoe
formation of Aravalli ranges, Neemrana became the third capital of Chauhans.
From 1896, the ruins of this Fort-Palace have been sensitively restored and
constructed. Non-residents are allowed for visiting the public areas for 2
hours, between 9 am & 5 pm only and with prior approval. 122 km from
Jaipur and 100 km from Delhi's international airport Overnight at Hotel
Day 04 Neemrana - Jaipur Drive from
Neemrana to Jaipur (drive time - 3 ½ hours approximately) Check in at
your hotel for two nights Rest of the day is at leisure to explore the fort
on your own. Overnight at Hotel
Day 05 Jaipur
Morning enjoy an excursion to Amber Fort which is ascended on elephant back
or by jeep. Amber, built by Man Singh, embodies the Rajput belief that the
fort symbolizes the strength of the King. The commanding view, sheer walls
and rock face, and the curved route that leads to the palaces within, all
point to concern with security and defense. The fort is mirrored in Maota
Lake, which stands adjacent to the Dilaram Garden. The private apartments
begun by Man Singh in the17th century combine Hindu and Mughal styles and
the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), its walls covered with tiny mirrors,
becomes a dazzling fantasy with the light of a single match. Visit the Jag
Mandir or the Hall of Victory, glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal and the
Kali Temple. Enjoy a sightseeing of the city in the afternoon. The capital
of Rajasthan, also known popularly as the 'pink city', Jaipur was founded in
the year 1727. Here you will see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), which
remains only a façade today, was originally built to enable ladies of
the royal family to watch the everyday life and processions of the city. The
Jantar Mantar (Observatory) was built between 1728 and 1734. Each of the
instruments serves a particular function and each gives an accurate reading.
Situated in the centre of the city occupying a large area divided into a
series of courtyards, gardens and buildings, the City Palace is an
interesting place to visit. You can see the textile and costume museum, arms
and armour museum, art gallery and hall of public and private audience.
Overnight at Hotel
Day
06 Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra Drive from Jaipur to Agra (drive
time - 6 hours approximately) visiting Fatehpur Sikri enroute. The deserted
Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and
abandoned after fifteen years due to scarcity of water. Here you will see
the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, the Tomb of Salim Chishti,
the Panch Mahal & the other palaces. The attractions in Fatehpur Sikri
are Jama Masjid - a beautiful building containing elements of Persian and
Hindu Design. The main entrance is through a 54-metre high Buland Darwaza,
the Gate of Victory, constructed to commemorate Akbar's victory in Gujarat.
The Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) is a projecting room with walls made
entirely of stone latticework. Birbal Bhavan, built either by or for Raja
Birbal, Akbar's favourite courtier, this small palace is extremely elegant
in its design and execution. Hiran Minar (Deer Minaret) is said to have been
erected over the grave of Akbar's favourite elephant. Panch Mahal - This
amusing little five-storied palace was probably once used by the ladies of
the Court and originally had stone screens on the sides. The lower floor has
56 columns, no two of which are exactly alike. Check in at your hotel for
two nights. Overnight at Hotel
Day 07 Agra
Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise. After breakfast enjoy a sightseeing tour of
Agra city. (Including Agra Fort and the tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah) A sprawling
industrial town, Agra is situated 204 kilometres from Delhi. Agra was
established in 1475 by Badal Singh and came into its own when Sikander Lodhi
of the Lodhi dynasty chose it for his capital because of its proximity to
the Yamuna. Babur defeated the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also to
lay the foundation of the Mughal Empire. Places of interest in Agra include
the most extravagant monument, Taj Mahal; Agra Fort, the tomb of Mirza
Ghiyas Beg, Itmad-Ud-Daulah and tomb of Akbar. Overnight at Hotel
Day
08 Departure Agra - Delhi Drive from Agra to Delhi (drive time - 4 ½
hours approximately) On arrival, transfer to the hotel for wash and change
(lobby use only) and a farewell dinner at an Indian specialty Restaurant.
Later you will be transferred to Delhi International Airport for your flight
back home.
Cities
in Rajasthan
