INDIA
India - the very name conjures images of vibrant colours, mysticism, royalty; an amalgam of religions, a kaleidoscope of art and culture, all of which find expression in the beautiful temples, sculptures and monuments. India's ancient and diverse culture, sweeping back at least 5000 years, with successive waves of migration absorbed into the fabric of Indian life, has enriched it time and again to make a multi-cultural nation with a rich diversity of languages, customs, cuisines, religions, literature and arts. Within this kaleidoscope of immense variety there is a thread of continuity that has determined Indian civilization and social structure.
India, it is often said, is not a country but a continent. From north to south and east to west, the people are different, the languages are different, and the country is different. There are few countries on earth with the enormous variety that India has to offer.
India is a land of romance and dreams, of splendour and extravagance, of forts and palaces, beaches and jungles, a kaleidoscope of vibrant colours and rituals. Explore the diversity of Northern India expressed by the mystic ambience in Varanasi, through the architectural magnificence of the Taj Mahal in Agra and the majestic forts and palaces of Gwalior and Rajasthan.
India rewards the traveller with her timeless landscapes, spectacular architecture, monumental history, cultural kaleidoscope and undeniable aura of romance and mysticism. To explore India is to discover unending secrets to the mystery of life, to enjoy India is to celebrate the very fact of living.
Golden Triangle (Post Conference Tour) (04 Nights / 05 Days)
DAY 01: NEW DELHI
Breakfast at hotel
This Morning, you will be taken on a guided tour of New Delhi. Visit Qutab Minar (Tower of Victory) - a superb example of early Afghan architecture built to establish the might of Islam and onset of Muslim rule in India and Humayun's Tomb - the first great example of a new distinctive style, which developed to become the hallmark of the Mughal Dynasty. Also drive past the India Gate - War Memorial Arch, Rashtrapati Bhawan - the President's Residence, the Parliament House - the Government headquarters and other Government buildings.
Overnight in New Delhi
DAY 02: NEW DELHI - AGRA
Breakfast at the hotel
Later leave Delhi and drive to the Agra the city of the Magnificent Taj Mahal (205 Kms / 4.5 hours approx).
On arrival check in to the hotel.
Afternoon visit Agra Fort, designed and built by Akbar in 1565 A.D., the Agra Fort is a masterpiece of design and construction.
Within the 70 feet high fortified walls, it is accessible through an impressive gateway and its inner courtyard consists of beautiful hall, profuse carvings on stone, exquisitely carved heavy brackets, piers and cross beams. It houses the beautiful Pearl Mosque and numerous palaces including the Jahangiri Mahal, Diwan-i-khas, Diwan-i-am and Moti Masjid.
Evening free at leisure and for independent activities
Overnight in Agra
DAY 03: AGRA - JAIPUR
Early morning sunrise visit to Taj Mahal (closed on Friday)
Taj Mahal, described by the Indian classical poet Tagore as a 'tear on the face of eternity', the Taj Mahal is undoubtedly the zenith of Moghul architecture marvelous buildings. An expression of undying love by Emperor Shah Jahan to immortalise his dead empress, Mumtaz Mahal, the satin smooth marble mausoleum was built over a period of 22 years from 1632 to 1645 A.D., using a work force of 22,000 artisans. It was meticulously planned and perfectly executed with carefully designed garden and adjacent buildings to compliment the entire environment.
Breakfast at the hotel
Later leave Agra and drive to the Pink City of Jaipur (250 Kms / 6 hours approx.)
Arrive Jaipur and Check into the hotel. Evening visit the colorful markets of Jaipur
Overnight in Jaipur
DAY 04: - JAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel
Following breakfast, proceed on a guided tour of Amber Fort. En route, enjoy a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a five-storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires. Continue on drive to the ancient capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur city. At the foot of the hill you will board jeeps to transfer you up to the main gate. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace, famous for the excellence of its design and decoration.
In the afternoon, you will visit the city of Jaipur. Among the highlights to be seen while touring Jaipur include the City Palace, which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armoury, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur, built in 1726 and is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day. You will also have the opportunity to wander about the local markets.
DAY 05: JAIPUR - NEW DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel
Leave Jaipur and drive to Delhi (265 kms/ 5 hrs)
On arrival drop at the Indira Gandhi Airport, Terminal to board flight to onward journey.
Tour end with sweet memories
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