New Delhi Trip Overview
Some of biggest fancies for the world in India are – the “wonder of the world” Taj Mahal; the formidable Indian Bengal Tigers; and the majestic historic forts & palaces. This 5-day itinerary is to cover all of them in a single go and through a short trip. Have a chance to get close with the Indian tigers at Ranthambore National Park. From the vivid pink houses in Jaipur to the dreamy intricacy of the Taj Mahal, each architectural wonder you’ll encounter on this journey tells the story of a fascinating past, complemented by the culturally-rich modern society that surrounds it.
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Duration: 6 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Shore Excursions >> Ports of Call Tours
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Some of biggest fancies for the world in India are – the “wonder of the world” Taj Mahal; the formidable Indian Bengal Tigers; and the majestic historic forts & palaces. This 5-day itinerary is to cover all of them in a single go and through a short trip. Have a chance to get close with the Indian tigers at Ranthambore National Park. From the vivid pink houses in Jaipur to the dreamy intricacy of the Taj Mahal, each architectural wonder you’ll encounter on this journey tells the story of a fascinating past, complemented by the culturally-rich modern society that surrounds it.
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi (arrival) – Agra
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
In the morning (around 8:00 AM) a private car with a driver will pick you from Delhi and head straight to Agra. Welcome to the city of Wonderful Taj Mahal. Agra is blessed with one of the Seven Wonders of the World the “Taj Mahal”. A city with its rich culture, history, and architectural work stands at the top of the tourist destination in India.
Reach Agra by afternoon. Check-in at the hotel and freshen up. In the late afternoon visit Agra Fort, a historical fort, which remained the main residence of the Mughal emperors till 1638. Walking through courtyard after courtyard of this palatial red-sandstone and marble fortress, your amazement keeps growing as you hear about the history of this fort from the guide. In the evening visit the local market to get the true essence of Agra city. Overnight stay will be at a hotel in Agra.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch at a nice restaurant.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel Ramada Plaza Agra
Day 2: Agra – Ranthambore
Pass By: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Sheopur – Sawai Madhopur Road Near Madina Hotel, Ranthambore National Park 322001 India
Early in the morning at sunrise visit the spectacular Taj Mahal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) built by Shah Jahan in 1560 in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Return to the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and head towards Ranthambore. Once a private game reserve of the royal House of Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park, and Tiger Reserve is one of the world’s best-known wilderness areas. Ranthambore offers some of the finest opportunities for sighting the magnificent tiger in the wild. A mix of rolling hills and crags, and meadows, lakes, and rivulets, this dry-deciduous forest system is home to an incredible variety of flora and fauna.
Reach Ranthambore by evening & check-in at the hotel on arrival. The evening is at your leisure. Enjoy your time watching the sunset over Aravali and Vindhya hill ranges. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel in Ranthambore.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at The Tigress Spa & Resort.
Day 3: Ranthambore (safaris)
Stop At: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Sheopur – Sawai Madhopur Road Near Madina Hotel, Ranthambore National Park 322001 India
Early in the morning head out for a jungle safari tour at 6:00 am. Ranthambore National Park is one of the finest tiger reserves in India. It is in every sense a perfect place for wildlife photography. Later come back to the hotel, have breakfast and relax.
Have lunch at the resort. In the late afternoon head out again for jungle safari around 3:00 pm, this time on a different path. Maybe you get the good chance of sighting the Indian tigers. Spend some time exploring the area; the forests around the Ranthambore Fort were once, the private hunting grounds of the Kings of Jaipur.
The evening is at your leisure. Dinner & Overnight stay and at a resort in Ranthambore.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at The Tigress Spa & Resort.
Day 4: Ranthambore – Jaipur
Pass By: Jal Mahal, Amer Road, Jaipur 302002 India
After breakfast check out from the hotel, and head towards the Pink City – Jaipur, famous for its broad avenues, massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and royal culture.
Reach hotel by afternoon. Check in to hotel. In the evening Take a walking trip to the old city market. Jaipur is also known as the shopper’s paradise. Jaipur’s colorful markets offer a great break to stop and shop on your tour. Take in the glint and sparkle of the rows of shops selling hand-crafted bangles and other decoration items.
Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Holiday Inn City Centre, Jaipur.
Day 5: Jaipur (sightseeing)
Stop At: Amber Palace, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India
After breakfast set out for some local sightseeing; Visit the historic heritage sites of Jaipur – Hawa Mahal (“Palace of Winds” – a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while unseen from the outside); Jantar Mantar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), It is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments, built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh, and completed in 1738 CE. Afterwards visit the City Palace. A complex of courtyards, gardens and buildings, the impressive City Palace is right in the centre of the Old City. Then visit Jal Mahal (the palace in the middle of lake). It was built in the 17th century. Visit the grand Amer Fort (or Amber Fort) (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). It is the principal tourist attraction in the Jaipur and the current structure was built during the late 16th century by Rajput Kings. In the evening visit Nahargarh Fort, which provides a beautiful bird’s eye view of entire Jaipur city.
Afterwards have dinner at a nice restaurant. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner: Dinner at a nice restaurant.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Holiday Inn City Centre, Jaipur.
Day 6: Jaipur – Delhi (departure)
Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and head back toward Delhi. The car will transfer you to Delhi at your desired location. Bid farewell with mesmerizing memories of the Taj, tigers and majestic forts of India.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.