On arrival, meet your local representative at the airport and then be transferred to your hotel. Check-in begins at 2pm. Rest of the day is at leisure for independant activities.
Overnight in Delhi at the Taj Palace , Delhi
Taj Palace New Delhi
The Capital’s Palace Since 1983. Nestled amidst the heart of the historic Indian capital city, the iconic Taj Palace, New Delhi has held a distinguished position amongst the finest hotels of the world for close to four decades. Spread over six acres of lush gardens, this 5 star hotel in Delhi is synonymous with timeless luxury and unmatched hospitality. With panoramic views of the city's verdant protected greens, the hotel in Delhi offers an inimitable confluence of epitomising elements of Indian art, warm, personalised service and unmatched luxury. Four award-winning restaurants featuring an array of cuisines from across the world, a stylish bar, nine-hole putting greens, a temperature-controlled swimming pool and an expansive Jiva Spa make Taj Palace, New Delhi, a true urban oasis. In line with our sustainability efforts, a highly specialised electronic air filtration system helps maintain the air quality in the hotel, as per international AQI standards, so that you only breathe the purest air. Indulge yourself with personalised butler service, exclusive access to the Taj Club Lounge and other special privileges when you stay in our Taj Club Rooms and Suites. Host to the finest events and convention centre in Delhi, Taj Palace, New Delhi features the capital’s most coveted venues – a spectrum of 11 indoor venues and two manicured lawns.
In the morning, after breakfast at your hotel, proceed for a City tour of Old and New Delhi.
In Old Delhi, drive past the magnificent Red Fort (closed on Mondays). Enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride in the by lanes of Chandini Chowk. Drive past Kotla Firoze Shah, ruins of an old fort of the 14th century. Visit Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Drive through the old city subject to traffic restrictions.
In the afternoon, whilst over in New Delhi, drive past the Presidential Palace, the Rashtrapati, the impressive Rajpath to the World War I memorial arch, the India Gate, visit the Qutub Minar, the 72 metre high Minaret.
Overnight in Delhi at the Taj Palace.
Taj Palace New Delhi
The Capital’s Palace Since 1983. Nestled amidst the heart of the historic Indian capital city, the iconic Taj Palace, New Delhi has held a distinguished position amongst the finest hotels of the world for close to four decades. Spread over six acres of lush gardens, this 5 star hotel in Delhi is synonymous with timeless luxury and unmatched hospitality. With panoramic views of the city's verdant protected greens, the hotel in Delhi offers an inimitable confluence of epitomising elements of Indian art, warm, personalised service and unmatched luxury. Four award-winning restaurants featuring an array of cuisines from across the world, a stylish bar, nine-hole putting greens, a temperature-controlled swimming pool and an expansive Jiva Spa make Taj Palace, New Delhi, a true urban oasis. In line with our sustainability efforts, a highly specialised electronic air filtration system helps maintain the air quality in the hotel, as per international AQI standards, so that you only breathe the purest air. Indulge yourself with personalised butler service, exclusive access to the Taj Club Lounge and other special privileges when you stay in our Taj Club Rooms and Suites. Host to the finest events and convention centre in Delhi, Taj Palace, New Delhi features the capital’s most coveted venues – a spectrum of 11 indoor venues and two manicured lawns.
In the morning after breakfast at your hotel, depart by road to Agra via the Yamuna Express way which will take approximately 3.5 hours. Arrive & proceed to your hotel.
In the afternoon, visit Agra Fort - behind its forbidding red sandstone battlements lie palaces that tell the story of the Moghul Empire. Visit Taj Mahal by Sunset (Taj Mahal closed on Friday's) - The Greatest love story ever told! On the death of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, Shahjehan built her this memorial. It took 22 years to build this monument.
Overnight at the Taj Hotel & Convention Centre in Agra
Taj Hotel & Convention Centre, Agra
The Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen, Mumtaz Mahal, almost 4 centuries ago, bestowing everlasting fame on the town of Agra. Even today millions flock to the seventh wonder of this world. Agra’s newest landmark, the Taj Hotel & Convention Centre, lies a short walk away from the Eastern Gate of this fabled monument. This modern 5 star hotel near Taj Mahal reimagines all that Agra can be.
In the morming after breakfast at hotel, depart by road to Jaipur which will take approximately 6 hours. Whilst en route, visit Fatehpur Sikri - 37 kms west of Agra lies the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri - an epic poem in red sandstone, built by Emperor Akbar the Great in 1569 and deserted 14 years later because its water supply failed.
In the evening, arrive and proceed to your hotel.
Overnights at the Jai Mahal Palace.
Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur
Built in 1745, the Jai Mahal Palace is a stunning piece of Rajasthan’s heritage, a great example of Indo-Saracenic architecture set amidst 18 acres of landscaped Mughal gardens. Jai Mahal Palace has been the residence of three Prime Ministers of the princely state of Jaipur. Painstakingly restored and recently refurbished, it is now a luxury five-star Taj heritage hotel equipped with all modern-day comforts.
After breakfast at your hotel, in the morning, take a half day excursion to Amber Fort. Enroute Photo stop at ‘Hawa Mahal’ (Palace of Winds).
Amber Fort – 7 miles north of Jaipur is Amber with it’s a honey-coloured fortress-palace in the Aravalli Hills which can be accessed by Jeep. It has been described as “the sleeping beauty of Rajasthan”. Transport will be by Jeep in both directions.
In the afternoon, continue with a City tour of Jaipur with a visit to Jai Singh’s Observatory which was built in the 17th century by the founder of Jaipur who, besides being a prince was also a soldier, astronomer and builder. Visit - City Palace, a part is now a museum that contains fine Rajput and Moghul paintings, rare manuscripts and an armoury, old carpets, and even amazingly embroidered clothes of the Maharajas and the Maharanis.
Overnight at Jai Mahal Palace
Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur
Built in 1745, the Jai Mahal Palace is a stunning piece of Rajasthan’s heritage, a great example of Indo-Saracenic architecture set amidst 18 acres of landscaped Mughal gardens. Jai Mahal Palace has been the residence of three Prime Ministers of the princely state of Jaipur. Painstakingly restored and recently refurbished, it is now a luxury five-star Taj heritage hotel equipped with all modern-day comforts.
In the morning after breakfast, depart by road to Delhi which will take approximately 5 hours. Upon arrival into Delhi, transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the day at lesire for independant activities.
Overnight in Delhi at the Taj Palace
Taj Palace New Delhi
The Capital’s Palace Since 1983. Nestled amidst the heart of the historic Indian capital city, the iconic Taj Palace, New Delhi has held a distinguished position amongst the finest hotels of the world for close to four decades. Spread over six acres of lush gardens, this 5 star hotel in Delhi is synonymous with timeless luxury and unmatched hospitality. With panoramic views of the city's verdant protected greens, the hotel in Delhi offers an inimitable confluence of epitomising elements of Indian art, warm, personalised service and unmatched luxury. Four award-winning restaurants featuring an array of cuisines from across the world, a stylish bar, nine-hole putting greens, a temperature-controlled swimming pool and an expansive Jiva Spa make Taj Palace, New Delhi, a true urban oasis. In line with our sustainability efforts, a highly specialised electronic air filtration system helps maintain the air quality in the hotel, as per international AQI standards, so that you only breathe the purest air. Indulge yourself with personalised butler service, exclusive access to the Taj Club Lounge and other special privileges when you stay in our Taj Club Rooms and Suites. Host to the finest events and convention centre in Delhi, Taj Palace, New Delhi features the capital’s most coveted venues – a spectrum of 11 indoor venues and two manicured lawns.
In the morning after breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the international airport to board your flight for onward destination or departure home.
QUOTATION INCLUDES:- 06 night’s accommodation on twin sharing basis in Standard Rooms at hotels mentioned- Meal plan – Bed & Breakfast basis - All transfer and sightseeing excursions by an air-conditioned car (1-2 people) and microvan (4-6 people)- Cycle rickshaw ride in the by lanes of Chandini Chowk- Both ways by Jeep at the Amber Fort, Jaipur- Local English speaking guide for sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary in each city- Entrance fees and Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) entrance fees to all monuments- All taxes as on date but all future levies will be charged extra
QUOTATION EXCLUDES:
- International Flights- Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, tips & gratuities, still/video camera fees at monuments or any items not specified above. - Items not mentioned in the above cost includes column- Visa charges for India & neighbouring countriesSPECIAL NOTE:The following monuments are closed:Red Fort – Delhi Closed on MondayTaj Mahal – Agra Closed on Friday
*All clients must be covered by suitable travel/health insurance prior to departure from their country of origin*Accommodation will be provided in hotels mentioned or alternate hotels in the similar category*All hotels maintain a check-in and check-out time of 12 noon or 2pm as mentioned in the above
