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 Stay Plan

New Delhi ● Shimla ● Jaipur ● Agra

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Overview

This 'Golden triangle tour with Shimla' in the Himalayas, is a perfect introduction to Incredible India with a glimpse of Mughal architechture at Delhi & Agra, the magnificient fort & palaces of Rajasthan at Jaipur. Visit the Imperial grandeur of Lutyen's New Delhi & the bustling bazaars of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi. The World's most famous building, the Taj Mahal and other UNESCO World Heritage sites.Witness splendid panoramic views of the Himalayas from the comfort of the fairytale luxury resort situated among pine & cedar forests.

Day 01 Arrival Delhi

On arrival at IGI airport Delhi, meet, assist and transfer to your hotel.

Check in & overnight at the hotel.

Arrival Delhi

Day 02 Delhi

AM visit New Delhi, where you shall visit QUTAB MINAR a (UNESCO World Heritage) which is a five storeyed Victory Tower to announce the advent of Muslim sultans.

Later visit Humayun's Tomb. Built in 1565 by Persian architect Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, the first great example of Mughal garden tomb and inspiration for several later monuments drive past the government buildings like the Parliament Buildings including North & South block which house several ministries as well as the Prime Minister's Office & visit India Gate, a massive red sandstone arch, built to commemorate the Indian and British soldiers who died in World War I.

PM visit Old Delhi. Here you shall visit the Jama Masjid. This grand mosque was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, with three imposing black and white marble domes and twin minarets framing its great central arch. Embark on a Rickshaw Ride through streets of Chandni Chowk as it is one of the most elegant boulevard laid out in 1648 and is lined with grand shops and mansions

Also visit Raj Ghat, the cremation site of the saint like father of the nation, Mahatama Gandhi. His Samadhi is now a national shrine situated on the banks of river Yamuna in a sombre, black granite platform.

Overnight at the hotel.


Highlights: Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Parliament Buildings, Jama Masjid, Rickshaw Ride, Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat, Mahatama Gandhi
Delhi

Day 03 Delhi – Kalka = Shimla

Delhi – Kalka = Shimla (370 kms Appx. & 7 Hrs )

Early morning departure transfer to New Delhi Railway station for connect train to Kalka. On arrival at Kalka, meet, assist & transfer to embark on the famous Toy Train ride (UNESCO World Heritage Site). This journey takes you past and to some of the most picturesque railway stations in the world. The miniature train meanders in & out of pine forests and villages around hillsides and running high into the snow-capped Himalayas. Upon arrival at the Shimla railway station, meet, assist & transfer to the hotel.

PM at leisure & overnight at the hotel.


Highlights: Toy Train Ride
Delhi – Kalka = Shimla

Day 04 Shimla

AM  at leisure & later walk to visit the Christ Church & St. Michael's Cathedral, a beautiful architectural masterpiece. Also  the Jakhoo hills, the highest peak around.

Overnight at the hotel.


Highlights: Christ Church & St. Michael's Cathedral, Sightseeing
Shimla

Day 05 Shimla – Chandigarh / Jaipur

SHIMLA – CHANDIGARH / JAIPUR (120 Kms Appx. & 4 Hrs)

Drive to Chandigarh this morning. On arrival transfer to the domestic airport for connect flight to Jaipur. On arrival at Jaipur, meet, assist & transfer to the hotel.

PM at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Shimla – Chandigarh / Jaipur

Day 06 Jaipur

AM excursion to Amber fort. En-route photostop at Hawa Mahal known as "the Palace of winds", with its ornate pink facade has become an icon for the city. The tiered Baroque like composition of projecting windows and balconies is five storeys high.

Continue drive to Amber Fort (UNESCO World Heritage) which is at a short distance of 11 kms from Jaipur. The old capital of the Kachhwahas stands a top a range of craggy hills. Embark on an Elephant ride from the base to the top of the Amber fort. Fort offers panoramic view of Maota Lake and the historic old town at the base of the hill.

PM visit City Palace. The sprawling complex is a superb blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture, with open airy Mughal - style public buildings leading to private apartments. Its treasures, which include miniature paintings, manuscripts, Mughal carpets, musical instruments, royal costumes and weaponry, provide a splendid introduction to Jaipur's princely past, and it’s fascinating arts and crafts.

Later visit Jantar Mantar a UNESCO World Heritage, translated into 'Instruments of Measuring the Harmony of the Heavens', it was built by Sawai Jai Singh II between 1728 and 1734. Jantar Mantar is a grand celebration of astronomical science and each instrument here perform a particular function and gives an accurate reading.

Overnight stay in the hotel.


Highlights: Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Elephant Ride, City Palace, Jantar Mantar
Jaipur

Day 07 Jaipur - Fatehpur - Agra

JAIPUR – FATEHPUR – AGRA (235 Kms Appx. & 6 Hrs)

AM drive to Agra. En-route visit Abhaneri step wells. Abhaneri is prominent for 'Baoris', step wells which were invented by the natives to harvest rain water. Continue drive to Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO World Heritage) once the capital of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces. The Buland Darwaza, built by Akbar the great to mark his conquest over Gujarat is a huge gateway of red sandstone. Continue drive to Agra.

Upon arrival check in to the hotel and overnight stay.


Highlights: Abhaneri step wells, Fatehpur Sikri, The Buland Darwaza
Jaipur - Fatehpur - Agra

Day 08 Agra

Early morning, visit the Taj Mahal (UNESCO World Heritage Site) by sunrise. Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It’s an image of the Islamic Garden Paradise, an enduring monument of love continually fulfilling beauty in white marble. To the poet Tagore it was "A Tear Drop in the face of eternity". Pietra dura has been extensively used to translate naturalistic forms into decorative patters that complement the majesty of its architecture.

Later visit Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage) on the banks of river Yamuna. Its imposing red sandstone ramparts form a crescent along the river front and encompass an enormous complex of courtly buildings, ranging in style from the early eclecticism of Akbar to the sublime elegance of Shah Jahan.

PM visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah, also called as the 'Baby Taj' because of its resemblance to Taj Mahal. Also witness the sunset over the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh from across the river.

Overnight at the hotel.


Highlights: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Baby Taj, Itmad-Ud-Daulah
Agra

Day 09 Agra - Delhi / Depart

AGRA - DELHI   (205 Kms Appx. & 4 hrs)

AM at leisure. Later drive to Delhi. On arrival, assisted departure transfer to Delhi International airport for your connect flight to home destination.

Agra - Delhi / Depart
Hotel

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Wildflower Hall

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Hotel Samode Palace

Jaipur, India

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The Gateway

Agra, India

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Price & Inclusions
  • Stay on twin sharing basis
  • Meals as per hotel plan
  • All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary in an air-conditioned vehicle (except in the hills when the air-conditioner will be switched off)
  • All toll taxes, parking fees and driver’s allowances
  • All applicable hotel taxes
Exclusions
  • GST: 5%
  • Anything not mentioned under 'Package Inclusions'
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
  • Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary Medical and travel insurance
  • Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any force majeure beyond our control.
Payment Policy
  • GST: 5%
  • Anything not mentioned under 'Package Inclusions'
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
  • Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary Medical and travel insurance
  • Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any force majeure beyond our control.
Cancellation Policy
  • GST: 5%
  • Anything not mentioned under 'Package Inclusions'
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
  • Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary Medical and travel insurance
  • Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any force majeure beyond our control.
Terms & Conditions
  • GST: 5%
  • Anything not mentioned under 'Package Inclusions'
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
  • Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary Medical and travel insurance
  • Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any force majeure beyond our control.
  • Anything not mentioned under 'Package Inclusions'
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
  • Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary Medical and travel insurance
  • Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any force majeure beyond our control.
  • Anything not mentioned under 'Package Inclusions'
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
  • Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary Medical and travel insurance
  • Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any force majeure beyond our control.
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