Best time to visit: Throughout the year
Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Routing: Delhi - Jaipur - Ranthambhore - Abhaneri - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Delhi Departure
Best available hotels:
| Delhi | Jaipur | Agra | Ranthambore |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oberoi | Rambagh Palace, Jaipur | The Oberoi Amarvilas | Wildlife Resort |
| Trip Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Delhi | Raj Ghat ,Jama Masjid , President’s house, Humayun’s tomb ,Qutub Minar |
| Jaipur | City palace , Jantar Mantar , Hawa Mahal,Amber fort and sheesh Mahal |
| Ranthambore | Ranthambore Fort, Jeep Safari, Raj Bagh Ruins, enjoy bird watching at the Surwal Lake |
| FatehpurSikri | Emperor Akbar’s Residential complex , Mosque and tomb of Salim chisti |
| Abhaneri | Step well ‘Chand Baori and Harshat Mata Temple |
| Agra | Taj mahal,Agra fort , Mehtab Bagh , Itmad ud Daulah ,Sikandara |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive by International flight, after traditional Indian style ‘Swagat’ (Welcome) by Exceptional Escapes representative, he would assist you at the airport & transfer to hotel for check in.
Delhi takes pride in being the capital of the country for many dynasties. It is in fact a city wrapped in legend, where time flows differently, and where every moment becomes a moment of history. A vibrant melting pot, it encapsulates two very different worlds, the 'old' and the 'new', each representing delectably different experiences.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore the local market of City.
Overnight Hotel – Delhi
Day 02: Delhi
Post breakfast start your day with a private guided city of Old Delhi
Old Delhi:
Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. It is a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation20on 31 January 1948.
Continue the 17th century walled city of Shah Jahanabad, the great Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. Built in the year 1656 AD by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, it is the largest & best known mosque in India.
Experience the rickshaw ride ‘a friendly local guides takes you through the bustling streets for an authentic glimpse of the ‘walled city’ in the heart of Delhi. As you travel by foot and rickshaw, explore KhariBaoli, Spice Market, Visit a Sikh temple & admire historical land mark and more…
Post lunch Continue private guided tour of
New Delhi:
Drive past India Gate, and memorial built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars. The names of the soldiers who died in these wars are inscribed on the walls.
President's House, the official residence of the President of India, built in the year 1931. Until 1950 it was known as Viceroy's House & served as the residence of the Governor-General of British India.
Humayun's Tomb, memorial of Mughal Emperor Humayun, built in the year 1562. The complex is a World Heritage Site & the first example of this type of Mughal architecture in India.
Qutub Minar built in the year 1206 by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. It is the tallest (72m) brick minaret in the world, an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. QutubMinar& its monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy rest of the free time enjoy light sightseeing of Delhi & shopping at some High end Fashion stores of South Delhi – One of the most happening places of Delhi. Visit Craft Emporiums etc. with our shopping expert.
Overnight Hotel – Delhi (B)
Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur (265 Kms / 5Hrs)
Post breakfast driven to Jaipur. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Jaipur: popularly known as Pink City, the flamboyant & colourful capital of Rajasthan. With its rich & colourful past, resplendent with tales of velour & bravery, it is now one of the most important heritage cities in India. The city was founded in the year 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber. It remains the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe, through nine rectangular sectors.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore the local market of PINK City.
Optional: Explore and discover the culinary wealth of Rajasthan on a private cooking session (approx. 2 Hrs) at a fine Rajasthani home specially organized for you. Learn the culinary art of Rajasthani cuisine is also gaining more popularity due to the rich taste, exotic flavour and healthy preparation.
Overnight Hotel – Jaipur (B)
Day 04: Jaipur
Post breakfast private guided sightseeing of PINK City, Jaipur
Start your day with an exciting adventure overwhelming experience of elephant ride at Amber Fort, the palace complex which stands to this date was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh.
City Palace a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture. The centre of the palace is a seven-storied building called Chandra Palace, with fine views over the gardens & the city.
Jantar Mantar (Solar Observatory) an astronomical treasure house, with solar devices that give accurate predictions till date.
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-storied structure of pink sandstone. It was built in the year 1799 so that veiled royal women could peer down the busy street market unseen by the world through its 593 stoneJharokas (mini windows).
Post Lunch day at leisure to explore the local market of PINK City.
Optional @ INR 1500/- Per Person: Followed by evening CHOKIDHANI ethnic village excursion and traditional Rajasthani dinner.
Overnight Hotel – Jaipur (B)
Day 05: Jaipur – Ranthambhore National Park (165 Kms / 4 Hrs.)
Post breakfast driven to Ranthambore National Park, bounded to the north by Banas River & to the Chambal River in the south. It is named after historic Ranthambore fortress, which lies within the park. The Park was established as Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary in the year 1955 by the Indian Government & was declared as Project Tiger reserves in the year 1973. It became National Park in the year 1980 & later in the year 1991 the tiger reserve was enlarged to include Sawai Man Singh & Keladevi sanctuaries, total area 1334 km.
It is famous for its tiger population & is one of India's Project Tiger reserves. Other Major wild animals found in the national park include the tiger, leopard, nilgai, dhole, wild pig, sambar, chital & the gaur. It is also home to wide variety of trees, plants, birds & reptiles.
Rest of the time relax at wildlife resort.
Overnight Hotel – Ranthambhore (B, L, D)
Day 06: Ranthambhore
Morning sharing Jeep safari with an English naturalist in the Jungle to view the enchanting wildlife.
BLACK BUCK: Just an hour's drive away from Ranthambhore one can see herds of Black Buck, the most magnificent gazelle of the desert landscape so beautifully depicted in the miniature paintings of the region.
Post breakfast explore
Ranthambore Fort; was constructed in the year 944 AD. From this fort, you could have a breath-taking view of Ranthambore National Park. The massive construction of 7 kms circumference is one among the oldest forts in India.
Raj Bagh Ruins; are situated between Padam Talao and Raj Bagh Talao. The place takes you to the past and back to prehistoric period with its collections of prehistoric monuments.
Post lunch proceed for afternoon sharing Jeep safari with an English naturalist in the Jungle to view the enchanting wildlife.
Overnight Hotel – Ranthambhore (B, L, D)
Day 07: Ranthambhore – Abhaneri (145 Kms / 2 Hrs. Approx.)
Agra via FatehpurSikri (Drive 1120 kms / 3-4 hours)
Post breakfast drive to Abhaneri; a great historical site of the 7th Century Step well or “Bawri”, which is a unique invention of the natives. It is one of India's largest step wells and is located in front of the Harshat Mata Temple, an ancient 7th Century Sun Temple.
Enjoy a camel ride through Abhaneri Village, visit to the onsite farm & experience the traditional village life from close quarter, followed by a traditional lunch.
Continue driven to Agra, en route a private guide visit to FatehpurSikri (Ghost Capital), the political capital of India's Mughal Empire under Akbar's reign, from the year 1571 until 1585, when it was abandoned, ostensibly due to lack of water. Also visit Emperor Akbar's Residential complex, Mosque &Tomb of Salim Chisti.
Continue drive to Agra: beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from the year 1526 to 1628, remains major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Rest of the day leisure to explore local market and famous inlay marble art work of Agra.
Overnight Hotel – Agra (B)
Day 08: Agra – Delhi (Drive 220 Kms 4 Hrs. Approx.)
Delhi Departure
Start your day with a guided visit “Symbol of eternal LOVE Taj Mahal” at dawn (Closed on Friday), which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife, MumtazMahal. It was completed in 22 years.
Post breakfast guided city of Agra
Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The Fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble & intricate decorations.
Mehtab Bagh; is a charbagh complex in Agra, North India. It lies north of the Taj Mahal complex and the Agra Fort on the opposite side of the Yamuna River, in the flood plains
Itmad Ud Daulah;, one of the most beautiful of Mughal tombs, stands across the river Yamuna from the Taj Mahal, nearly one and a half kilometers up-stream. Belonging to the age of Jahangir, it contains cenotaphs of Mirza Ghiyas and Asmat Begum, parents of the powerful Mughal Empress Nurjahan queen of Jahangir, an exceptional beauty and an astute administrator.
Later driven to Delhi, upon arrival transfer to airport to board the International flight for onward journey taking back emotional experience of your mother land.
Tour Concludes: Exceptional Escapes Manager will assist you with your transfer to the airport for boarding onward flight.
Highlights & Inclusions:
Package does not include: Any Monument entry fee & camera fee, Any International or Domestic airfare, any optional service, any expense of personal nature such as hard/soft drinks, laundry, one/fax calls, tips etc. Any other expenses which is not mentioned in the “Package includes”
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