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GRAND MUGHALS AND RAJPUTS
Delhi - Gwalior - Agra - Jaipur - Samode - Mandawa - Delhi
Duration : 10 days. |
| Day 1- Arrive Delhi |
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| Assistance on arrival at International airport, you will be met & transfered to hotel by our representative, relax and overnight at the hotel in Delhi. |
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| Day 2- Delhi |
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Morning visit of the Lutyens designed Delhi - the India Gate, Parliament Building and the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official residence of the President of India ‘Qutab Minar. This 'Tower of Victory 'was erected by Qutub-ud-din in 1193 and Humayun's Tomb, built by the wife of the second Mughal emperor is fine piece of architecture, the Taj Mahal, follows a similar style of architecture.
Afternoon visit Delhi is the capital of India, comprising Old and New Delhi. Old Delhi was the capital of Mughals between the 16th and the 19th centuries. Here there are many mosques, monuments and forts the most notable being the famous Red Fort and the Jama Masjid. The medieval atmosphere of the bazaars of Old Delhi contrasts sharply with the open, spacious streets of New Delhi, the imperial city created as the capital of India by the British. |
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| Day 3- DELHI - GWALIOR (Train) |
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| After breakfast depart by Shatabdi Express for Gwalior - the pearl of Hindustan. Arrive and depart straight for the visit the imposing and magnificent Gwalior Fort made of sandstone, visit Man Mandir a six-towered palace. In the afternoon visit the enormous, 19th century Jai Vilas Palace. This Palace is famous for its ornate chandeliers & crystal. Also visit the, Gujari Mahal, the Tomb of Muhammad Ghaus, a saint worshipped by the Mughals & the Tomb of the famous musician Tansen. |
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| Day 4- GWALIOR - AGRA (130 km) |
| In the morning, take the road towards Agra, the old imperial capital of India. It has some superb monuments dating from that era. Afternoon, visit the historical Red Fort where lived three Mughals Emperors. Each one left there its print, sandstone red of Akbar and Jehangir, white marble of Jahan Shah. This fort rises on the edges of Yamuna; it is surrounded by wall 20 meters high and 2500 m in perimeter. |
| Day 5- Agra |
| In the morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal, whose eternal beauty will astonish and mesmerize the visitors. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built Taj Mahal in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631. Thereafter visit the Visit the beautiful mausoleum of the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, the first monument in India to feature Persian mosaic style inlay work or "Pietra Dura"Greatly resembling the Taj in its use of inlay on white marble, and is known as the "mini-Taj". |
| Day 6- AGRA-FATEHPUR SIKRI-JAIPUR |
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| In the morning we begin our Journey to the princely state of Rajasthan. Enroute visit of Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned city built by Akbar, his capital for 14 years. Thereafter proceed for the ornithological reserve of Keoladeo Ghana, the sanctuary of the birds, and paradise of the ornithologists. Walk in rickshaws in the reserve. Thereafter we continue our journey to Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan also called the Pink City. Steeped in history and culture, this city is known for its magnificent Palaces and forts; broad avenues and spacious gardens. Jaipur with its romantic charm takes you to an epoch of royalty and tradition., Arrive and proceed to the Hotel. Evening a panoramic city tour of JAIPUR. Thereafter have a joyful rickshaw ride in this quaint city. Overnight. |
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| Day 7- Jaipur |
| Morning excursion to Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire rulers, perched atop the hill overlooking the lake. Ascend to this hilltop fort in Maharajah style… by decorated Elephant. Visit the beautiful complex of palaces including inlaid mirror palace, halls, pavilions, gardens and the famous Kali temple. In the Afternoon, city tour of JAIPUR, visiting the City Palace- the Royal residence of Maharajah built in Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, Hawa Mahal" the Palace of Wind & the Observatory of the 18th century. Thereafter, have a Walk in the bustling bazaars of Jaipur, well known for their beautiful carpets, enamelled ornaments, precious and semi-precious stones, brass ornaments and many other arts and crafts. Overnight |
| Day 8- JAIPUR - Samode |
| In the morning, drive towards Sanganer known for its blue pottery and colorful hand made paper. Visit an old Jain Temple there. Then continuation towards the old caravan city of Samode locked up in its walls and dominated by the castle. On arrival transfer to Samode Palace Hotel, later visit the Palace, the Shhesh Mahal- the hall of mirrors. Late afternoon take camel cart ride to explore the Samode Fort and the semi desert village of Samode, Evening free to relax at the Palace Hotel, overnight in Samode. |
| Day 9- SAMODE - Mandawa (125 kms) |
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| In the morning we drive to Shekhawati also called the " open air art gallery of Rajasthan. The region known for it’s splendid painted "Havelis" or merchant’s mansions decorated with superb mural frescos. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon visit of the Shekhawati to see different Havelis with fascinating murals each better than the other, built by the wealthy Rajasthani merchants ("Marwaris") in the 19th Century. Early evening one can visit neighboring villages to see Roop Niwas Palace in Nawalgarh & Dundlod Fort in Dundlod. Enjoy live folk dance & music in the courtyard of the hotel followed by dinner. Overnight in Mandawa. |
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| Day 10- Mandawa - DELHI (250 km) |
| Morning drive to Delhi, on arrival transfer to hotel, rest of the day is kept free for last minute souvenir shopping in Delhi. After farewell dinner checkout and transfer to International airport to board the flight back home. |
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