Day 01 : Delhi Arrival at Delhi
The Royal India Journeys representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the night or midnight. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that is India.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 02 : Delhi - Agra
Start a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi after breakfast visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire. Enjoy the cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.
A sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence, Lotus Temple and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.
Start for Agra and reach by early evening.
Day 03 : Agra - Jaipur
Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder of Taj Mahal built by Shah Jahan. The Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
Proceed for visit to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Drive to Fatehpur Sikri after lunch.
The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
Upon arrival in Jaipur check in at the hotel.
Day 04 : Jaipur
In the morning an excursion to Amber Fort after breakfast. Elephant ride ascent to the fort. Visit the various palaces within the fort premises.
The City Palace houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
The largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II is in Jaipur. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instrumens is still in use.
Hawa Mahal is a five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
Relax in the evening.
Day 05 : Jaipur - Delhi
After leisurely breakfast proceed for shopping.
Leave for Delhi after lunch.
Reach Delhi and you will be transferred to a hotel for WASH AND CHANGE, as your flight will be late in the evening.
Meet your Tour Manager for a tour debrief and FAREWELL DINNER.
Proceed to the airport for flight with sweet memories of India.