GT with Ranthambore
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| Delhi – Jaipur - Ranthambore National Park - Agra |
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Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi International airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative, and will be transferred to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 02: Delhi
Depart from hotel early this morning post breakfast, tour the important sights of Old Delhi; visit the Red Fort, completed by Emperor Shah Jehan in 1648, a symbol of Mughal power and elegance; drive past the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, drive through the streets of Chandni Chowk, the colorful, bustling inner-city marketplace of Old Delhi; and continue past Raj Ghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi |
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After lunch at a city restaurant visit Humayun's Tomb built in the 16th century by the wife of Humayun, the second Mughal emperor – this is architecturally one of the forerunners of the Taj Mahal, continuing the tour – visit the Qutab Minar, built in the 12th century by Qutab-ud-Din Aibek, characterized by a combination of Hindu and Muslim designs, late afternoon drive past the government buildings designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker during the early 20th century – past through the Rashtrapati Bhawan now the official residence of the President of India; Parliament House; drive down on Rajpath (Kings Way), past the Secretariat buildings, on to the imposing India Gate, the 42-meter high stone arch of triumph that bears the names of 85,000 Indian soldiers who died in the campaigns of World War I
Return to the hotel around dusk with time at leisure
Day 03: Delhi - Jaipur (260 kms - 05 hrs)
Morning check out from the hotel and set off to drive for Jaipur, on arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon is free to relax; Later in the evening visit Sisodia Gardens, Temple of Galta which is also known as Valley of Monkeys, and Birla Temple of White Marble and at the time of dinner visit Chokhi Dhani - an ethnic village style resort serving Rajasthani & Continental cuisine with live folk dance & music and puppet shows in an ambiance of an ethnic village. Return to the hotel for overnight stay. |
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Day 04: Jaipur
After breakfast visit the Amber Fort - built in the time of Mughals. The area used to be always ready for the war. Amber was residence of the Maharajas. By seeing the majestic ramparts of the Fort, which surround the palace, you will be able to imagine the power of the character. Rise towards the ramparts on the Elephant's back. Visit the Palace with its crimped rooms of mirrors and the old harem, true labyrinth. The magnificent public and private rooms show evidence of the splendor of the rulers of 16th & 17th century. Possibility of attending Puja at the Kali temple. Puja is the time of the prayers according to Hindu rites'. One can enter in the temple only naked feet and without leather articles on oneself. |
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After lunch at city restaurant proceed for the tour of Pink City - visiting the imposing City Palace now a museum - the principal residence of the former ruling family, Jantar Mantar - the ancient Observatory, Hawa Mahal - the exotic Palace of the Winds & the picturesque bazaars of the walled city. Evening free to visit the famous Handi Crafts souvenir & Jewelry market of Jaipur. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Jaipur – Sawai Madhopur (156 Kms - 03 hrs)
Morning drive to Ranthambore, (Ranthambore is one of the finest tiger reserves of India and considered the best place to spot a tiger in his own natural habitat. The park is also popular with the wildlife photographers). On arrival in Sawai Madhopur check in at the Wild Life resort, after having the lunch set out for a wildlife viewing drive in open jeeps or trucks into the Ranthambhore National Park – formerly a private hunting reserve of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Though the habitat is primarily of the dry deciduous forest type, the few water bodies found within the park have added pockets of moist deciduous and semi-evergreen habitats that add considerable diversity to the species found here. Besides the elusive tiger, leopard, marsh Muggar crocodile, sloth bear, a few species of deer, numerous Langur monkeys, and over 300 species of birds inhabit this region. Evening is free for leisure, overnight in Ranthambhore.
Day 06: Ranthambore
Morning and afternoon Wild Life Viewing Safari into the Park, and to explore the rich Flora and Fauna of the Ranthambore National Park. Overnight stay at the Wildlife Resort.
Day 07: Ranthambore National Park – Agra
In the morning time for another wildlife viewing drive into the Ranthambhore National Park, returning to the hotel for breakfast, and checking out later, you set out to drive for Agra, en route visiting the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri, built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 AD and later abandoned due to scarcity of water. Continue to drive for Agra after visiting Fatehpur Sikri. On arrival in Agra check in at the hotel with time free for leisure or optional activities. |
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Day 08 : Agra-Delhi-Departure
In the morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal at sunrise, Taj Mahal is the superlative expression of emperor Shah Jehan's undying love for his queen,. After breakfast at hotel visit the Agra Fort - Diwan-E-Aam (Chambers of Common men), Diwan-E-Khas (Chamber of VIP's), Octagonal Tower, Jehangir Palace, all in the vicinity of Agra Fort and The Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah built by emperor Noor-jehan in memory of her father. Check out from the hotel in the afternoon and set off to drive for Delhi, on arrival in Delhi you will be transferred to International Airport to board flight for onward destination |
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