Golden Triangle with Ranthambhore
Duration: 7 Nights and 8 Days
Delhi, Agra , Ranthambhore & Jaipur
Day 1 Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, you will be met and assisted by our representative and transfer
to your hotel. India's capital & a major gateway to the country, Delhi is contemporary
and a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient &
the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties
chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British
left behind. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2 Delhi
This morning after breakfast, proceed for a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi.
This fascinating city has been in existence since the 6th century BC and has seen
ups and downs from the rule of the Pandavas right up to the British Raj. Visit Jama
Masjid, which is the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan.
The courtyard of the mosque can hold about 25,000 worshippers. Enjoy a rickshaw
ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi noisy, chaotic and uniquely
Indian. You will then visit the Red Fort, which was constructed during the rule
of Emperor Shah Jahan and served as the residence for the Mughal royal family. It
continues to be significant even today, as every Independence Day, the Prime Minister
makes a speech from its ramparts as the Indian flag is hoisted. Later, drive past
President House and several other government buildings in Edwin Lutyens Delhi before
you head to Rajghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. This simple memorial marks
the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Thereafter, visit Humayuns
Tomb, commissioned by Humayuns wife Hamida Banu Begum in 1562. It was the first
garden tomb built in the Indian sub-continent where the Persian architect used red
sandstone on a large scale. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, which is
the tallest brick minaret in the world; it was commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak,
the first Muslim ruler of Delhi. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 3 Agra
This morning after breakfast drive to Agra (210 kms / 4hrs drive approximately).
Arrive Agra and check in into your Hotel. Later, proceed for for a half day tour
of Agra. Visit the Red Fort, which was commissioned in 1565 by Akbar, and subsequently
embellished by other Mughal Emperors. The beautiful yet forbidding structure houses
many exquisite palaces, and is a handsome example of Mughal architecture. Also visit
the Taj Mahal a mausoleum built as a symbol Emperor Shah Jehans devotion to his
beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Overnight in Agra.
Day 4 Ranthambore
After breakfast drive to Fatehpur Sikri, which was built by Emperor Akbar and is
home to many historical buildings. Akbar wanted to make Fatehpur Sikri his headquarters;
however, he had to abandon it due to shortage of water. The Tomb of Sheikh Salim
Chishti enshrines the burial place of the Sufi saint who lived a religious life
here. Fatehpur Sikri is a UNESCO World heritage site.Later drive to Bharatpur to
board train for Sawai Madhopur(Ranthambhore).Ranthambhore National Park, once a
princely game conserve is the scene where the celebrated Indian tigers are best
seen. Arrive Ranthambore and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Ranthambore.
Day 5 Ranthambhore
Today experience early morning and evening game drive in the Ranthambhore National
Park. Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve lies on the junction of Aravali and Vindhyas. It
sprawls over a varying and undulating landscape. The scenery changes dramatically
from gentle and steep slopes of the Vindhyas to the sharp and conical hills of the
Aravali. The tiger is not the only attraction at Ranthambhore. A variety of birds
including owlets, the ubiquitous langur (monkey), leopard, caracal, hyena, jackal,
jungle cat, marsh crocodiles, wild boar, bears and various species of deer are the
other attractions. Overnight in Ranthambhore.
Day 6 Jaipur
Today experience early morning game drive in the Ranthambhore National Park. After
breakfast drive to Jaipur (180 Kms/3 Hrs 30 minutes drive approximately) Jaipur
is the gateway to the magnificent and vibrant state of Rajasthan. Arrive Jaipur
and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 7 Jaipur
This morning after breakfast proceed for a full-day sightseeing trip of Jaipur,
also known as the Pink City. Visit the Amber Fort, bordering the Maota Lake; this
beautiful citadel is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. The best
way to explore the fort is to ride up to it on Elephant back. Prominent structures
inside the fort are the Diwan-i-Aam, adorned with latticed galleries, the Ganesh
Pol, with a beautiful painted image of Lord Ganesh, and the stunning Sheesh Mahal,
a hall decorated with thousands of tiny mirrors. Later, stop to photograph the beautiful
Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of the Winds. Post lunch you will visit the
City Palace again, a synthesis of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. The museums here
showcase rare and ancient manuscripts, arms dating back to the 15th century, and
costumes of erstwhile royalty. Later, visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, comprising
geometric devices for measuring time, and tracking stars in their orbits. You will
also visit the Albert Hall, which was modeled on the Victoria and Albert Museum
in London and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. Overnight
in Jaipur.
Day 8 Jaipur Delhi
This morning after breakfast drive back to Delhi (252 kms / 6 hrs drive approximately)
and droop at International airport to board the flight for your onward destination.