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Golden
Triangle and Temple Tour
Delhi - Haridwar / Rishikesh -
Delhi - Mathura - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi
08
Nights - 09 Days |
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01
Day: Arrival Delhi
Meeting and assistance on arrival at the airport, our representatives welcome and escort you by a private car and transfer to the hotel, whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would hand over the documents and brief the tour programme to you. Overnight at the hotel.
Delhi, capital city of the Federal Republic of India. It is one of India's fastest growing cities. It has sprawled over the West Bank of the river Yamuna, straddling the river. Delhi blends an historic past and a vibrant present. Delhi has some of the finest museums in the country. New Delhi was proclaimed the capital of India by the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944) & is tree-lined & spacious. Legend has it that the Pandavas, the august heroes of the epic Mahabharata, originally founded Delhi, then called Indraprastha, around 1200 B.C. Present day Delhi is built around the ruins of seven ancient cities.
02 Day: Delhi
After breakfast take sightseeing tour of historic
city visiting Old Delhi: the majestic Red Fort, a
marvel in red sandstone, Jama Masjid, the largest
mosque in India, both built by emperor Shah Jahan
of Taj Mahal fame, Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi
& a Rickshaw ride past through the silver street
in Chandni Chowk, the sightseeing continues, comprising
of New Delhi, visit the Rashtrapati Bhawan, one-time
imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India
Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers
martyred during the Afghan war; the Laxmi Narayan
Temple, built by the Birlas, one of India’s
leading industrial families; Humayun’s Tomb,
lotus shaped Bhai’s Temple , Qutub Minar , built
by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; in the
evening you can visit see light an sound show at Red
fort. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Light and Sound Show: A spectacular sound and light show at the Red Fort. Which makes the 5,000 years old history of the city come alive. Amidst the tranquility of the splendidly panoramic and historic environs of the Red Fort, select episodes from the annals of Delhi's historic and legendary past are vividly brought to life. Special effects combine with the unique ambience to make this show a hauntingly unforgettable experience.
03 Day: Delhi – Haridwar
(240 kms: 5 hrs)
After breakfast, check out the hotel and drive to Haridwar. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Evening visit to Hari Ki Paudi at Haridwar to attend the Aarti, performed simultaneously at all temples in Haridwar. Thousands of lit lamps being swayed in circular motions in a rhythmic manner and crowd of devotees singing Aarti are quite a spectacle just like the floating lamps and flowers that create a majestic sight in the river just after 'Aarti'. Later return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Haridwar, 'The gateway to the Gods'. "This place is very beautiful", at one sight one will say so and fall in love with the scenic beauty of the blend of height and plains. In its long history back to pre-historic time, the Haridwar got it name from the rishis. According to the mythology it is known as Kapilsthan, legend goes that the suryavnshi Prince Bhagirath performed penance here to salvage the souls of his ancestors who had perished due to the curse of the sage Kapila. The penance was answered and the river Ganga trickled forth from Lord Shiva's locks and its bountiful waters revived the sixty thousand sons of King Sagara. Mythologically, drops of nectar churned out from the primordial ocean fell at the four sites of the Kumbh mela including Haridwar. The kumbha mela, happening once every 12 years and the Ardha Kumbha Mela (Coming once every six years) are big draws.
04 Day: Haridwar – Rishikesh
After breakfast drive to Rishikesh. On arrival you may visit the various temples and Ashrams: Laxman Jhoola, Swarg Ashram Gita Bhawan Parmath Niketan, Jhoola Triveni Ghat, Shivanand Ashram Kailash Ashram academy of Meditation. Rest of the day you can go for some adventure activities (on your own) like White River Rafting etc. Overnight at the hotel.
Rishikesh, also known as the 'place of sages' is Haridwar, at the confluence of the Chandrabhaga and Ganga. It is believed that God by the name of 'Hrishikesh' had appeared as an answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya Rishi and henceforth the place derived its name. It is most ideal destinations for meditation, yoga and other aspects of Hinduism. For the adventure seekers, rishikesh is the suggested place for starting their trekking expeditions to the Himalayan peaks and for rafting. Also, International Yoga Week which attracts participation form across the world, is held here, every year, in February on the banks of the Ganga. The Yoga Centres of Rishikesh have enhanced the significance of the place.
05 Day: Haridwar – Delhi (240 kms: 5 hrs)
After an early breakfast check out the hotel and
drive to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest
of the evening is free for leisure and shopping.
Overnight at the hotel.
06 Day: Delhi – Mathura – Agra (200 kms: 4 hrs)
After breakfast check out the hotel and
drive to Agra. En route visitt
Mathura, to see Krishna Janam Bhumi and the
museum. Also visit the Bankey Bihari temple, ISKCON
temple and other temples in and around Vrindavan,
after visit continue to drive to Agra, again take a
stop over to visit Sikandra to see the Tomb of
Mughal Emperor Akbar. Then proceed to Agra. On arrival,
transfer to the hotel. After some restand relaxation visitl with its’ speculative view. Taj
Mahal, the architectural modern day, the most
beautiful monument among the 7 wonders of the world;
this monument is a fine example of the fusion of many
architectural styles is one of the wonders of the
modern world. Taj, endowed it with some of the
loveliest buildings in the world. The tour continues
with a visit to the Agra Fort from where one can get
the most moving view of the Taj from the little
octagonal tower in the Agra Fort which lies across the
river Jamuna, followed by visit to Pearl Mosque and
the Tomb of Itamad-ud-Daula built by Empress Noorjehan
in memory of her father. In the evening you may visit
to the souvenirs market of Agra, one should visit
Oswal Emporium where they have built a Mini Taj Mahal
inside their showroom and it took 10 years for the
artists to complete the mini replica of the Taj. Overnight at the hotel.
Agra is famous as being home to one of the seven wonders of the world-the Taj Mahal. A pleasant town with comparatively slow pace, Agra is known for its superb inlay work on marble and soapstone by craftsmen who are descendant of those who worked under the Mughals. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes. Agra, and the nearby city of Fatehpur Sikri, is conveniently close to Delhi. Besides the Taj Mahal are Agra Fort, Sikandra, Ram Bagh and Itmad-Ud-Daulah-35 kms away are the imperial ruins of the Mughal city, Fatehpur Sikri. Agra is an old city and it is said that its name was derived from Agrabanad, a forest that finds mention in the epic Mahabharata.
Note: Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday.
07 Day: Agra - Jaipur
(230 kms: 5 hrs)
Early morning witness incomparable Taj Mahal for a
speculative view of this wonderful monument at the
time of Sunrise. Taj, endowed it with
some of the loveliest buildings in the world. The
tour continues with a visit to the Agra Fort from
where one can get the most moving view of the Taj
from the little octagonal tower in the Agra Fort,
which lies across the river Jamuna. After visit check
out the hotel and drive to Jaipur, en route visit
Old deserted town of Mughal Dynasty - Fatehpur Sikri
built in red sandstone in honour of Saint Salim Chisti
who foretold the birth of 3 sons to Emperor Akbar,
is an example of robust stability combined with originality.
Each important edifice here represents a type by itself.
Notable among them is the Diwane Khas, Punch Mahal,
the Tomb of Salim Chisti, and the Buland Darwaza.
Later check out of the hpotel and drive to Jaipur. On arrival, transfer
to the hotel. If time permits you can take a cycle rickshaw
ride in colourful market of Jaipur. Return to the
hotel for overnight stay.
Jaipur widely known as the ‘Pink City. This city is color washed pink to welcome Prince Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria of England who visited India in 1883 A.D. The city was founded in 1727 A.D by one of the greatest ruler Jai Singh II. Jaipur is surrounded by hills on three sides, crowned by formidable forts and majestic palaces, mansions and gardens. Jaipur is the only city in the world, which is sub-divided in to nine rectangular sectors symbolizing nine divisions of universe. Jaipur is the first planned city designed in accordance with ‘Shilpa Shastra’- epochal treatise of Hindu architecture.
08 Day: Jaipur
Today after breakfast explore the pink city with an
excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the
city, enjoy the experience of ride on elephant back
to and from the top of the hill on which the fort
is situated. Afternoon sightseeing tour of City Palace
in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani
and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the Central
Museum. Jantar Mantar is the largest of the five observatories
built by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace
of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch
the royal processions without being seen, all monuments
are located in the vicinity of City Palace Complex
of Jaipur. In the evening visit to Birla Temple, speculator
white marble temple, glitters in the in the night,
at the time of dinner visit to Chokhi Dhani - an ethnic
5 star resort serving Rajasthani & Continental
cuisine with live music, astrology, games, folk dances
and music, puppet shows in an ambiance of an ethnic
village. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
09 Day: Jaipur – Delhi
(260 kms: 5 hrs) – Hometown (By Air)
After breakfast, check out o9f the hotel and drive to Delhi. En route you can visit Neemrana
Fort, which one of the magnificent fort of Rajasthan,
converted into a heritage hotel, where you can have
your lunch also. Later continue to drive to Delhi.
On arrival transfer to the airport to
board the flight to hometown. Tour concludes here with happy memories.
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Important Note:
1. Customized Tour:
Above tour programme can be customized, as per the preference
by the guest in terms of arrival dates, departure dates
and destinations, no. of days etc., it will be your individual
tour not sharing with other person or a group tour.
2. Our Services:
We provide individual customized tour packages with 2, 3,
4, 5, 5 star deluxe hotels as well as standard and luxury
heritage hotels and palaces with air - conditioned car accompanied
by English speaking driver through out the tour (right from
your pick up from the airport till you departure to home
town) for all transfers, sightseeing, intercity travel,
city tour with services of English/multilingual guide, domestic
air/train ticketing, special interest tour with all kind
of travel related services.
3. Tour Cost:
Tour cost depends on 3 major factors: A) How many people
are traveling together? B) Travel period, as the hotels
are having different rates during low and high season. C)
Preference of hotel category or budget per person per day.
4. Group Tours:
The above tour programme can be executed for group tours,
if the guest or any travel agency forms a group in their
own country. Conducting and forming a group tour in India
with different nationals is not feasible.
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