 Day 01 Arrival Delhi
On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Delhi has the proud privilege of being the capital of the world's largest democracy India. But it is not just that. The place presents an amazing amalgamation of diverse cultures and traditions for which India is well known. Amidst all these modernity is the keyword. A city of antiquity, it finds mention in the Ramayana and Mahabharta - the great epics.
Day 02 Delhi
After taking breakfast sightseeing tour of the city covering the 12-13th centuries Qutab Minar, built by Qutbuddin Aibak the founder of the Muslim rule in India. Visit the 4th century A.D. Iron Pillar bearing Sanskrit inscription. All these centuries it has no sign of rust, which has puzzled everybody.
Visit the India Gate, built in memory of the soldiers who lost their lives in the World War I. Drive past the official residence of the president of India, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Parliament House and other government buildings.
Return to the hotel. After taking lunch visit the Red Fort, built in red sandstone by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03 Delhi/Agra
After breakfast, travel by road to Agra covering a distance of 220 kms (04 hrs). Check in at the hotel. Afternoon half-day sightseeing tour of Agra city. Evening excursion to Taj Mahal, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his consort Mumtaj Mhahal. Relish the spectacular sight at sunset. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 Agra/Jaipur
After breakfast, travel by road to Jaipur covering a distance of 250 kms ( 05 hrs ) en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Sometimes referred to as "India's Pompeii", Fatehpur Sikri was once a grand city founded by the Mughal emperor Akbar. It served the capital of the Mughal kingdom from 1570 to 1586. The place is home to some of the fine buildings such as Diwan - i - Am, Diwan - i - Khas, Panch Mahal, Birbal's Palace, Buland Darwaza and the tomb of famous Sufi Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti. Buland Darwaza was built in 1575 to commemorate the victory over Gujarat by Akbar.
After reaching Jaipur, check in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Founded by Raja jai Singh II, the famous astronomer king of India in the 18th century, Jaipur is the state capital of Rajasthan. Know to the world as the Pink City it abounds with magnificent palaces, forts and gardens.
Day 05 Jaipur
After breakfast, sightsee the Amber Fort and Palace. Visit the famous Hawa Mahal, meaning the "Palace of Winds". Afternoon visit to Jaigarh and Nagargarh Forts. Also visit the Jantar Mantar, one of the five observatories built by Raja Jai Singh II. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 06 Jaipur/ Ranthambore
After taking breakfast transfer to Ranthambore by road. Check in to forest lodge.
Ranthambore National Park is known for its tigers and other endangered species. Situated in an area of 392 square kilometers, the reserve is set between the Aravali and Vindhya mountain ranges.
Afternoon visit to the Park where there is every possibility that tigers can be spotted. Other animals which can be seen are sambar, chital, boar, gazelle, monitor lizards, leopard, hyena, jackal, sloth bear, marsh crocodile, chinkara, nilgai and deer which congregate near the lakes and pools.
Overnight at the Lodge.
Day 07 Ranthambore
Morning trip to the Park to view the colorful bird life. Birds include jacanas, black storks, colored storks, white-necked storks, pea-fowls which are found in abundance, and other birds such as the crested serpent eagle, owl, quail partridge and fowl. Spend the rest of the afternoon leisurely. Overnight stay at the Lodge.
Day 08 Ranthambore/Jaipur
After taking breakfast and checking out of the hotel drive to Jaipur. Arrive at Jaipur. Check in to your hotel and relax. Evening is free for shopping.
Day 09 Jaipur/Delhi
After taking breakfast travel by road to Delhi covering a distance of 250 kms (05 hrs). Check in at the hotel. Evening free to spend your time in your own way. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 Delhi out
Morning visit to Cannaught Place, heartthrob of Delhi and also its shopping hub. Return to the hotel and after checking out of the hotel proceed to the Indira Gandhi International Airport to take a flight for your ongoing destination.
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