Gems And Jungles Of India

Day 1:- Delhi, India

Once you arrive at Delhi international airport, you’ll be greeted with our tour delegates. They’ll take you to hotel. Check in at the hotelYour tour documents will be given to you and a quick review of the tour program will be given. After confortable check in at the hotel, enjoy your time in fun activities. Relax in the hotel and enjoy Indian weather.

DELHI - The National Capital of India is one of the most historical cities in the world. In AD 1639, the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built a walled city named Shahjahanabad which served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1649 till 1857. Shahjahanabad is known as Old Delhi. Later the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens built a new city during the 1920s called New Delhi or Lutyens Delhi.

Overnight at Delhi (Meal on board)

Day 2:- Delhi, India

Delhi Sightseeing

We will begin the touring with Raj Ghat; the resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the country. Then we’ll be taken to Jama Masjid; worked by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It is one of the biggest and best known mosques in India. Upnext will be a snappy visit to Chandni Chowk Market; Asia's biggest wholesale market and Red Fort; a wonderful red sandstone fort worked by the Mughals. By evening visit the Qutub Minar, a symbol of Muslim mastery of Delhi worked by Qutub-ud-clamor Aibak. In evening we'll have a snappy drive to India Gate; the remembrance built out of appreciation for Indian warriors who lost their lives during Afghan war and World War I, their names are recorded on the walls. Next landmark is Sansad Bhavan; the Parliament of India is a round building planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker in 1912– 1913. Rashtrapati Bhavan; the President's House exhibits a blend of European and Mughal/Indian styles. Optional Activities – Ø Rickshaw Ride in Chandni Chowk Market during sightseeing tour Ø Sound & light Show at Red Fort (Close on every Monday) Ø Visit to Dilli Haat; an open aircraft bazaar cum food plaza Ø Other Attractions – Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lodhi Garden, Gurudwara Bangla sahib, National Museum.

Overnight at Delhi

Day 3:- Agra, India

AGRA – Located at the bank of River Yamuna was referred to then as Akbarabād amid Mughal Empire and remained the capital of the Mughal Empire under the Emperors till 1689.

Agra Sightseeing –

The foremost sight to visit when in Agra is The Taj Mahal. Included in the new Seven Wonders of the World the mausoleum is the symbol of love. Emperor Shah Jahan built this dazzling point of interest in the memory of his dearest Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years and 20,000 workers to complete this beautiful marvel. Later visit to Agra Fort; generally called the Red Fort is a world heritage site recorded by UNESCO. The red sandstone fortress was changed over to a Palace in the midst of Shāh Jahān's shot, and adjusted broadly with marble and pietra dura enliven. Following visit to I'timād-Ud-Daulah's Tomb; arranged on the left bank of the Yamuna waterway, the sepulcher is set in an extensive cruciform garden, overwhelmed by water courses and walkways.

Optional Activities –

1. Mohabbat the Taj Show at Kalakriti
2. Tonga Ride at Taj Mahal
3. Shopping – Fine Quality Marble, Textile, Handloom & Handicrafts
4. Other Attractions – Akbar’s Tomb (Sikandra, Mughal Heritage Walk

Overnight at Agra

Day 4:- Fatehpur sikri, India

Agra – Ranthambore via Fatehpur Sikri (240 Kms drive)

Check-out from the hotel and drive to Ranthambore National Park. On the way visit to FATEHPUR SIKRI – Founded in 1569 by the Mughal head Akbar, and filled in as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 to 1585. It is 40 kms from Agra on the Agra - Jaipur expressway.

Fatehpur Sikri Sightseeing–

Here we will visit to Buland Darwaza; 55 metre high gate was added some five years later after the completion of the mosque ca. 1576-1577. We will also visit Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas.

Further continue drive to Ranthambore. Upon arrival, check-in to the accommodation and rest of the day free at leisure for own activities or relax in the hotel.

Overnight at Ranthambore (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 5:- Ranthambore, India

Ranthambore National Park – Jungle Safari

RANTHAMBORE – The Ranthambore National Park spreads on the uneven terrain of Aravali and Vindhyachal ranges. With an area of about 392 sq. km the maximum of the national park is dry deciduous jungle. Ranthambore is the finest tiger save in the nation under the Project Tiger. Other than the Tigers, Ranthambore has a broad number of Sambhar, Cheetal, Nilgai, Chinkara, Langur, wild pig, and peafowl.

Wildlife Safari – Early morning before breakfast, we will leave for the safari to the National Park. Later return back to the lodging and have your breakfast. After getting fresh and change, unwind at the resort. Evening, proceed for another Safari to the National Park.

Different Activities –

1. Tiger Show (Subject to accessibility) and Nature walk
2. other attractions – The Fort
3. Halt at Ranthambore (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Day 6:- Jaipur, India

Ranthambore – Jaipur (145 kms drive)

Upon check-out from the hotel drive to Jaipur. Check-in at the hotel, once you are in the city. Freshen up and rest of the day is all yours, enjoy various activities.

Overnight at Jaipur

Day 7:- Jaipur, India

Jaipur Sightseeing

JAIPUR – The city of Jaipur or the Pink City as it is called was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II on 18th November 1727. It is believed to be the first planned city of India. Since it was painted Pink all over in honor of Prince Albert of British Royalty, it gets the name of the pink city.

Breakfast in the hotel

In early morning we will begin with Amber City Fort; the capital of Kachwaha for around six hundred years before the city of Jaipur was founded. Enjoy your visit with a royal experience of Elephant ride. In the Fort complex enjoy Sheesh Mahal, Diwan-e-Aam and Diwan-e-Khas.

After our visit to Amber Fort, we’ll drive back to the Pink City. En-route a short photo-shoot in-front the Jal Mahal, a small palace set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake.

Next stop in the pink city be City Palace, standing proud, occupying almost a seventh of the city. The Palace is in the heart of the city. In the City Palace, visit Mubarak Mahal, Clock Tower and City Palace Museum.

Afterwards we’ll head towards the enormous sundial, the Jantar Mantar Observatory, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 18th century. The sundial still shows the accurate time and constellation movements.

Up next will be Hawa Mahal, ‘Palace of Winds’ a semi-octagonal five storeyed building with 152 windows. It was built in 1799 AD by Maharaja Pratap Singh so that the royal ladies could enjoy processions and other royal activities on the street.

Optional Activities –

1. Visit to Chokhi Dhani Village (an ethnic village)
2. Shopping – Jewellery, Textiles, Handloom & Handicrafts
3. other attractions – Birla Temple, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Albert Hall

 Overnight at Jaipur

Day 8:- Jaipur, India

Jaipur – Delhi (260 kms drive)

Check-out from the hotel and you’ll be taken to Delhi international airport to board the flight to onward journey.