DAY 01: ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive in Delhi and be met by the ITP representative at the arrivals hall of the Delhi International Airport after which you will transferred to your hotel.
DAY 02: IN DELHI
In the morning proceed for a sightseeing tour of New & Old Delhi, which takes you to the 12th Century Qutab Minar; gracefully fluted and hand carved for its entire height of 234 feet, next to which stands the Iron Pillar which has withstood the ravages of time minus any rust for 1500 years. Drive past the Rashtrapati Bhawan or President’s House, Parliament House and Secretariat buildings. Drive past Red Fort built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan, Jama Masjid – one of the largest mosques in India, Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana – the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Also visit Chandni Chowk, which is the shopping center of Old Delhi.
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 03: TO RISHIKESH- 224 Kms - 5 hrs drive
In the morning drive to Rishikesh. Arrive in Rishikesh and check-in at Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Rishikesh.
DAY 04: IN RISHIKESH
In the morning proceed for the sightseeing tour of Haridwar. Haridwar is a short drive from Rishikesh and attracts a number of tourists all through the year. Har-ki-Pauri is the centre of activity in Haridwar, where piety and brisk business go hand in hand at all times. There are thread ceremonies, tonsuring ceremonies, holy dips and ash immersion ceremonies. However, it is at the time of the evening ‘aarti' that the ghats of Har-ki-Pauri command rapt attention from the onlookers. This is Haridwar at its best and not to be missed. The other attractions here include the Chandi Devi Temple , situated atop the Neel Parvat and the eight-storeyed Bharat Mata Temple that towers over the small town. Then there is Shanti Kunj, a spot famous for its Gayatri Temple that houses 24 images of Gayatri and which is close to the Saptarishi Ashram. The bazaars of Haridwar also hold their own unique importance. You will find rudraksh, kumkum (vermilion), Gangajal (vessels containing Ganges water), Ayurvedic medicines and precious stones in the local markets of Moti Bazaar, Upper Road , and Jwalapur.
Overnight at Hotel in Rishikesh.
DAY 05: TO DELHI- 224 Kms - 5 hrs drive
After breakfast proceed for the sightseeing tour of Rishikesh. Rishikesh, also known as the 'place of sages' is Haridwar at the confluence of the Chandrabhaga and the Ganges rivers. It is believed that God by the name of 'Hrishikesh' had appeared as answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya Rishi and this is why the place is called Rishikesh. It is the starting point for the ‘Char Dham' pilgrims but is also a place for people who are interested in meditation, yoga and other aspects of Hinduism. The Yoga Centres here have enhanced the significance of this place. Rishikesh is one of the most popular pilgrim centres and a gateway to the Himalayan Shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Later drive back to Delhi and check-in at Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Delhi .
DAY 06: TO AGRA- 220 Kms - 4 hours drive
In the morning drive to Agra and check-in at hotel in Agra. Visit Taj Mahal, which was built as a testimony to love, and has become synonymous not only with the city of Agra but with India as a whole. Built by Shah Jahan for his empress, Mumtaz Mahal – the construction of the Taj is believed to have taken 18 years (1631-1648) with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. Also visit Agra Fort on the banks of the river Yamuna that is almost in the centre of town. The fort represents the architecture in the periods of the three great Mughal emperors, Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan. The most prominent structures within the complex are Jehangiri Mahal, Anguri Bagh, Khas Mahal and Moti Masjid.
Overnight at Hotel in Agra.
DAY 07: TO JAIPUR 250 Kms - 5 hrs drive
Early in the morning leave for Jaipur, enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri, is an impressive fortified city that was built by Emperor Akbar. This was supposed to be the emperor’s new capital, but was hardly ever inhabited because of shortage of water. Even today it stands magnificent – with majestic palaces, the five-tiered Panch Mahal, and the tomb of Salim Chisthi, a saint who had predicted the birth of Akbar’s son.
Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
DAY 08: IN JAIPUR
In the morning proceed for sightseeing tour of Amber Fort and Jaipur city. Amber Fort – the ancient capital of the State until 1728, is where you can have the unique experience of travelling on elephant back to the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Visit the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal and Jagmandir within the Fort Complex. Continue on a city tour of Jaipur, which takes its name from Maharajah Jai Singh, prince and astronomer, who designed and founded the city in 1727. Visit the quaint observatory built by him equipped with instruments of his own design and of remarkable size, which for sheer accuracy in astronomical predictions are difficult to beat even today. Also visit the Maharaja’s City Palace, the former royal residence and now a museum containing rare manuscripts, fine specimens of Rajput and Mughal paintings and weapons. Drive through the rose-pink residential and business areas, past the façade of the Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds, which is the landmark of Jaipur.
Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
DAY 09: TO DELHI- 260 Kms - 5 hrs DRIVE AND DEPART DELHI
Transfer by road to Delhi International Airport to board your flight for onward destination.
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