Golden triangle with Khajuraho
Duration
09 Nights / 10 days
Tour Price
27.500/- P.P.
Group size
02 - 30
Location
Overview
Delhi / New Delhi.
The Indian capital city of Delhi has a long history; Located in northern India on the banks of the River Yamuna, Delhi has the political status of a federally-administered union territory known as the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT), which in itself is part of National Capital Region.
Delhi is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. Having been the capital of several empires in ancient India, Many ancient monuments, archaeological sites and remains of national importance have been erected in its history.A history which encompasses all the various kings and emperors who fixed their royal citadels here… Indraprastha, Lal Kot, Quila Rai Pithora, Siri, Jahanpanah, Tughlakabad, Ferozabad, Dinpanah, Delhi Sher Shahi or then Shahjahanabad, but, combined and integrated into one, these ‘new cities’ have always been called Delhi and howsoever many names it may have acquired, Delhi has always been intrinsically identified with power and imperial sway. Delhi has been destroyed and recreated 7 times. There have been at least seven cities around modern Delhi, and the old saying that whoever forms a new city at Delhi will lose it has come true every time — most recently for the British who founded New Delhi in 1911.Area: 1,483 sq .km
Languages: Hindi, Punjab and Urdu
Population : 13, 782,976
Visiting place:
Red Fort , India Gate , Birla Temple, Raj Ghat , Qutub Minar .
Red Fort : The Red Fort is a 17th century fort complex constructed by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan. Also known as Lal Qila, it served Mughal Emperors as their residence. In the walled city of Old Delhi (in present day Delhi) the fort was the palace for Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s new capital, Shahjahanabad. Red fort lies along the Yamuna River, which surround most of the walls. This monument was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
The India Gate is situated in the heart of New Delhi. The India Gate was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Built in 1931, it commemorates the 90,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who lost their lives while fighting for the Indian Empire, or more correctly the British Raj, in World War I and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. The India Gate complex with a diameter of about 625m covers approximately 306000m² in area, surrounded by most important roads of national capital.
Agra
Agra is renowned as being dwelling to one of the Seven Wonders of the World-the Taj Mahal. Since the 17th century, travelers have crossed continents to come and see this unexceptional symbol of love, and few have been unmoved by its unparalleled gorgeousness. The history of the Taj Mahal is one of the great love stories of the world.The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan ruled (1628 -1658) and was married to Arjumand Bano Begum in 1612 A.D. He called his wife Mumtaz Mahal or Crown of the Palace, because she was so beloved to him. Mumtaz Mahal died in 1631. Her dying wish to Shah Jahan was that he should “build a tomb in her memory such as the world had never seen before.” The history of the Taj Mahal begins with Mumtaz Mahal’s tragic end. Shah Jahan fulfilled her wish, creating the most beautiful mausoleum the world had ever seen. Shah Jahan was deposed by his son Aurangzeb. After Shah Jahan’s death in 1666 A.D., he too was laid to rest beside his beloved Mumtaz Mahal. Their real tombs are in a basement of the Taj Mahal. The history of the Taj Mahal is the history of the steadfast love of a Mughal Emperor for his Queen.
Taj Mahal :-
Taj Mahal was constructed over a period of twenty-two years, employing twenty thousand workers. It stands on a raised, square platform (186 x 186 feet) with its four corners truncated, forming an unequal octagon.
The architectural complex of the Taj Mahal comprises of five main elements: the Darwaza or main gateway, the Bageecha or garden, the Masjid or mosque, the Naqqar Khana or rest house, and the Rauza or the Taj Mahal mausoleum. The actual Tomb of Mumtaz is situated inside the Taj. The unique Mughal style architecture combines elements & styles of Persian, Central Asian, and Islamic architecture. Most striking are the black and white chessboard marble floor, the four tall minarets (40 m high) at the corners of the structure, and the majestic grand dome in the middle. On closer inspection, the lettering of the Holy Quran verses around the archways appears to be uniform. The lettering spacing and density has been customized to give this impression to the viewer. The impressive pietra dura artwork includes geometric elements & style, plants & flowers, which are common in Islamic architecture. The level of sophistication in artwork includes a 3 cm decorative element containing more than 50 inlaid gemstones.
Agra Fort
The great Mughal Emperor Akbar commissioned the construction of the Agra Fort in 1565 A.D., although additions were made till the time of his grandson Shah Jahan. The forbidding exteriors of this fort hight an inner pardise. The fort is crescent shaped, flattended on the east with a long, nearly straight wall facing the river. It has a total perimeter of 2.4 k.m., and is ringed by double castellated ramparts of red sandstone punctuated at regular intervals by bastions. A 9 mt. wide and 10 mt. deep moat surround the outer wall.
There are number of exquisite building like the Moti Masjid-a white marvel mosque akin to a perfect pearl, Diwan-e-Am, Diwan-e-Khaas, Jehangir’s Palace, Khaas Mahal, Shish Mahal and Musamman or Samman Burj-where Shahjahan was held captive in 1666 A.D.
Open Time : Sunrise to Sunset.
Varanasi : – Known as India’s most sacred city, Varanasi is situated on the western bank of the holy river Ganga. It is also the oldest living city in the world. As a place for devotion and worship, with hundreds of temples dotting the city, sunrise on the river front as seen from a boat can be a spiritually uplifting sight. It has a fascination uniquely its own, a quality of sublime beauty, a timeless eternal appeal.
Visiting / Important Place
Varanasi : Main Kashi Vishwanath temple, Annapurna Devi temple, Ganga Aarti, Kal Bhairav Mandir, Sarnath.
Itinerary
Day 01
Arrival at New Delhi International airport, welcome and assistance then transfer to Hotel. Overnight in a hotel at Delhi.
Day 02
Full day city tour of New Delhi – Visit Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb & Lotus Temple. India Gate (War Memorial Arch), Lakshmi Narayan Temple – a modern Hindu temple also drive past President’s House, Parliament House and Connaught Place shopping Center.
Old Delhi – Visit Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana-the cremation sites of Mahatama Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk.
Delhi – Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur, on arrival check-in hotel.Evening at leisure. Over night stay at Jaipur.
Day 03
After breakfast, full day city tour:-Jaipur – The capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince and ever since it has retained this color. Built by Maharaja’s City Palace, the Observatory and Ram Niwas Gardens. Drive past Hawa Mahal and through the pink rose residential and business areas. Also visit Amber Fort 15 Kms away from Jaipur where you can enjoy an elephant’s ride up to the Fort. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04
After breakfast drive to Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri.
The world famous Taj Mahal built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal.
Afternoon drive to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri:- It is 40 Kms from Agra and built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal.Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05
After breakfast, proceed your journey to khajuraho , enroute visit Orchha : A medieval city founded by Bundela rulers with palaces & temples of the 16th & 17th century – which have remarkably withstood the onslaught of time. The city is picturesquely flanked by the river Betwa. Visit of the surrounding fortress & local Ram Raja temple. Continue drive to Khajuraho, upon arrival, check in at pre booked hotel.
Day 06
After brekfast, visit Khajuraho : Built by the warrior Chandela dynasty that rose to power in Central India between 10th & 11th centuries, the 25 odd surving temples display different facets of life, including the sensual. These erotic carvings on some panels have given rise to much speculation since Khajuraho’s re-discovery by a British officer in 1838. To preserve it for posterity, Khajuraho has been declared a World Heritage Site. Visit the eastern & western group of temples famous for their erotic scultpures. Evening at leisure and overnight stay.
Day 07
After brekfast dep. to airport to Varanasi Or Over night train.
Day 08
Upon arrival in Varanasi, our representatives will assist to transfer you to the hotel, enjoy sightseeing tour of Varanasi. The tour covers Temples Lord Vishwanath Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Mandir , one of the biggest universities of India (Banaras Hindu University). In the evening, view “Aarati” ceremony on the Ghats (By boat visit All major Ghats) & Shopping. Overnight stay at the hotel Varanasi.
Day 09
You’ll be embarking on an excursion to Sarnath, one of the holiest places for Buddhists. It is where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Visit here Dhamek Stupa, a 34-metre high monument. Also visit Ramnagar Fort & Palace . Overnight night train Delhi.
Day 10
Representatives will assist to transfer you to the International Airport in time to catch flight for home destination.
------------------------- Tour ends with sweet memories.------------------
Included / Excluded
Inclusion
* All transfers & sightseeing by A/C vehicle as per itinerary.
* Accommodation on double(twin) sharing as per chosen package.
* Complimentary breakfast.
* Toll charges, parking, driver allowance & currently applicable taxes.
Exclusion
X Any personal expenditure like tip, Pooja etc.
X Any Entrance Ticket (Monument & Museum ).
X Any Train/Flight Ticket Service tax as actual.
X Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
X Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
X Porterage at airport / station & hotels, insurance , laundry , liquors , wine etc.
x Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides , roadblocks , etc.
X Any increase in taxes or fuel leading to an increase in surface transport.
X Mandatory X-Mas /New Year eve supplementary charges,that should be paid by the guest directly to the hotel concerned.
Tour Cost
Price is based on: Per Person
| Vehicle for N0. Of Pax | Standard Tours | Deluxe Tours | Luxury Tours |
| Dzier/Etios ( 02-04 Pax) | 28,500/- | 34,500/- | 42,500/- |
| Innova (04-06 Pax) | 27,500/- | 32,500/- | 41,500/- |
| Tempoo Traveller (10-16) | 26,500/- | 31,500/- | 40,500/- |
These rates are subjected to 60 days prior online booking . If customer requires current booking which means booking between 1 to 60 days prior. Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
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Booking will be confirmed on receipt of advance deposit only.
(1) We require 50% advance deposit to hold the booking.
(2) Balance 50% must reach us to tour starting date.
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