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Overview
This tour is ideal for all the first-time travelers to India. The snapshot into Northern part of India offers the perfect introduction to the country. Swarming with the sights, sounds and experiences that make India such a extraordinary place - from splendid citadels to the local markets to the charming monuments, this tour will uncover the main highlights of the region including the architectural wonders of Delhi, the Taj Mahal in Agra and forts, palaces of the Pink City, Jaipur.
Route Map
Tour Itinerary
6 Days / 5 Nights
Day 1
ARRIVE IN DELHI
Arrive in Delhi, the capital city of India. Meet & greet on arrival by a Destinos representative and transfer to hotel.
- Meals included: none
- Overnight at the hotel
Day 2
DELHI
AM: this morning enjoy a combined sightseeing tour of combined New and Old Delhi where you visit Rajghat, India Gate (the war memorial) and Presidents House (From outside)
Further continue to Qutab Minar- a UNESCO World Heritage Site- the tallest brick minaret in the world, at 238 feet (72m). Return at hotel.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Overnight at the hotel
Day 3
DELHI - AGRA (205 KMS / 5 HRS)
After breakfast, leave for Agra - covering a distance of 205kms in approx 5 hours.
Arrive in Agra and check in to your hotel.
PM: Visit Agra Fort - a UNESCO World heritage site. The elegant building reflects an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural style; It was built by Emperor Akbar. This evening witness a marble craftsmanship demonstration at a local unit.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Overnight at the hotel
Day 4
AGRA - JAIPUR (260 KMS / 6 HRS)
AM: Enjoy a sunrise visit to Taj Mahal - a UNESCO World heritage site (Closed on Friday). The 17th century Taj Mahal is often called a poem in stone. If so, the mausoleum is a love poem - created by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years to be completed and was designed and planned by a Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
Return to hotel for breakfast.
Later leave for Jaipur covering a distance of 260 kms in approx 6 hours. En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The deserted red sandstone city was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and Palace in the late 16th century
Evening arrive in Jaipur and check in to your hotel.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Overnight at the hotel
Day 5
JAIPUR
AM: leave for an excursion to magnificent Amber fort. Accent the fort riding on Elephants/Jeeps. It is known for its unique artistic style, blending both Hindu and Muslim (Mughal) elements, and its ornate and breathtaking architectural mastery.
PM: continue sightseeing tour of Jaipur. Drive past Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), one of the most photographed monuments of the city. Continue to City Palace and its museum. Also enjoy rickshaw ride through old part of Pink city. Time permitting: enjoy shopping experience accompanied by a specialist along with demonstration of Gem-cutting & polishing.
Enjoy special Rajasthani dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner only.
- Overnight at the hotel
Day 6
JAIPUR - DELHI (260 KMS / 6 HRS)
AM: drive to Delhi, covering a distance of 260 kms in approx 6 hours.
PM: arrive in Delhi and transfer to international airport for flight to onward destination.
- Meals included: Breakfast
Inclusion
- 05 nights Accommodation on twin /double sharing basis on mentioned or similar hotels
- All transfers / tours and excursions by AC chauffeur driven vehicle, as per below program.
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Rickshaw ride in Jaipur
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur. (Subject to availability)
- Demonstration of Marble craftsmanship in Agra.
- One bottle of mineral water will be provided on a daily basis on vehicle.
- Sightseeing as per package details.
- 01 time monument entrances
- English speaking local Tour guide during sightseeing as per the program
- All applicable taxes
Exclusion
- Meals at hotels except those listed in above inclusions
- Entrance fee of Monuments as per programme
- Still and Video cameras Fee
- Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry etc.
- All other than those listed in above inclusions.
Terms
- Accommodation: On request as per availability
- * These rates are not valid from December 21, 2018 – January 10, 2019
- ** Above mentioned rates are based on current best available rate. It can be modified at the moment of the booking /subject to change according to availability of hotels, exchange rates or rise in government tax. Kindly contact us for the best tour offer.