Itinerary
Duration: - 08 Nights & 09 Days
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Arrive by International flight, after traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome) our representative would assist you at airport & transfer to hotel for check in.
Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds the ancient with modern. Its strategic location was the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power.
Later in first half of 20th century much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British rule in India. The division in walled city & New Delhi also marks the division in life styles.
Overnight Hotel - Delhi
Day 02: Delhi
Post breakfast we go on a tour of Old Delhi, the 17th century walled city of Shah Jahanabad, Visiting the great Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. Later we walk down or take a rickshaw ride through Chandi Chowk, the old marketplace of Shah Jahanabad now a picturesque bazaar.
In New Delhi we visit Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Further we drive past India Gate, memorial built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars. We will also visit Humayun's Tomb, memorial of Mughal Emperor Humayun, built in the year 1562. Further we visit Qutub Minar, built in the year 1206 by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. It is the tallest (72m) brick minaret in the world, an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture.
Overnight Hotel - Delhi
Day 03: Delhi – Agra (220 Km – 5 hrs)
Post breakfast we check out and driev to Agra, beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from the year 1526 to 1628, remains major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri,
Post breakfast we visit Taj Mahal, symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal emperor, Shah Jehan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed in 22 years. Further we visit Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The Fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble & intricate decorations. We will also visit Sikandara, Akbar's tomb. His son Jahangir completed the construction of the tomb in the year 1613.
Overnight Hotel - Agra
Day 04: Agra – Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri (260 km - 6 hr)
Post breakfast we drive to Agra, en route we will visit Fatehpur Sikri (Ghost Capital), the political capital of India's Mughal Empire under Akbar's reign, from the year 1571 until 1585, when it was abandoned, ostensibly due to lack of water. We visit Emperor Akbar's Residential complex, Mosque & Tomb of Salim Chisti.
Later we drive to Jaipur, Upon arrival at Jaipur transfer and check inn into the Hotel. Jaipur, popularly known as Pink City, the flamboyant & colourful capital of Rajasthan. On arrival Jaipur check into Hotel.
Evening tour to “Chokhi Dhani” (Ethinic Village) Capturing the spirit of Rajasthan and ensuring the perfect Rajasthani experience is Chokhi Dhani, a unique Village Resort. Chokhi Dhani literally means a “fine hamlet” i.e. a quintessential village that offers an ideal pastoral experience. Away from the urban life the quaint mud and thatch dwellings in the resort give the right blend of traditions - modern amenities in typical ethnic environment.
Overnight Hotel – Jaipur
Day 05: Jaipur
Today early in the morning around 07:00 am we drive 25 Km to Amber Fort, the palace complex which stands to this date was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. We take an Elephant ride to reach the Fort situated on the hill, an overwhelming experience.
Later we visit the City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture. The center of the palace is a seven-storied building called Chandra Palace, with fine views over the gardens & the city. Further we visit Jantar Mantar (Solar Observatory), an astronomical treasure house, with solar devices that give accurate predictions till date. We also visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-storied structure of pink sandstone. It was built in the year 1799 so that veiled royal women could peer down the busy street market unseen by the world through its 593 stone Jharokas (mini windows).
Overnight Hotel – Jaipur
Day 06: Jaipur – Goa (By Flight @ 11:15 / 14:50 Hrs)
Post breakfast we check out from Hotel and drive towards to Jaipur Airport to Board our flight to go to Goa. Arrive at Goa Airport, after traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome) our representative would assist you at airport & transfer to hotel for check in.
Goa is considered to be no less than Paradise. Where else will you find the perfect blend of exotic beaches, lip smacking cuisine, easy going people, rocking parties and ancient religious places! Goa is synonymous with vacations and holidays. This is the only state that guarantees to relax and rejuvenate.
Overnight Hotel – Goa
Day 07: Goa
Post breakfast you are free to enjoy the Goa Beaches.
Enjoy Goa Beaches: The ideal combination of sun, sand, sea and surf is enough to send a person packing his bags and go on a short holiday. It becomes even better when that holiday is in one of the popular Goan beaches. Goa has a long coastline that makes it the ideal state to have beaches. The beaches of Goa are the perfect destination for a relaxing vacation and holiday in India.
Goa is a paradise for water sports lovers. The long coastal area offers wonderful opportunities to indulge in all sorts of water-sport activites. The goan coast has always appealed beach lovers and sports lovers to try on some new watery excitement; we will take a ride of Para-Sailing and Go-kart at the Beaches.
Overnight Hotel – Goa
Day 08: North Goa
Post Breakfast, we will go for Full Day Sightseeing of North Goa including visit to Fort Aguada. It was built by the Portuguese government in 1612 in order to protect Old Goa from enemy attacks. A spring within the fort supplied water to all the ships that called there. The other places covered include Saligao Church, Bodgeshwar Temple, Mapusa City (famous for its weekly Friday bazaar), Vagator Beach and Anjuna Beach. The trip rounds off with a visit to the Calangute Beach, Known as the queen of Goa's beaches. These beach draws thousands of people every year from all parts of the world. Facilities for water sports and para gliding are available here.
Overnight Hotel – Goa
Day 09: Goa Departure
We enjoy our lavish buffet breakfast at the restaurant of our Hotel.
Post Breakfast, Check-out from the Hotel and departure to the Airport to Board the Flight to go back Home.