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Delhi Vacation, Jaipur Vacation, Goa Vacation : |
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Day 01: Leave Country of Residence
Day 02: Arrive Delhi
 Upon arrival in Delhi International Airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel.
Afternoon visit to Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple is one of the remarkable architectures of Bahai faith. It is located at Kalkaji in New Delhi. The temple looks like a lotus flower and is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. The temple has no restrictions for visitors and is open to people from all religions. The place provides immaculate environment for meditation, peace and wisdom. The Bahai temple was completed in 1986. Since then the temple has received recognition from all over the world for its splendid architecture and design. Lotus Temple is among the most visited monuments in India. The credit for building this beautiful structure goes to the Persian architect Fariborz Sahba from Canada.
Evening Welcome Dinner at local Restaurant
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 03: Delhi
 Today morning city tour of New Delhi – Places you can visit:
Rastrapati Bhavan - Formerly the Vice-Regal Palace, it is the official residence of the President of India. This 340-room palace and its gardens cover an area of 330 acres. Special permission has to be obtained in advance to visit the Rastrapati Bhavan.
Qutab Minar - The emblem of Delhi, the 72.55 meter high Qutab Minar was erected in the 13th century by Qutab-Ud-Din Aibak. Within the complex is an Iron pillar, which has never rusted. This five-storied tower is visible from a distance of several kilometers. Which means that you could be visiting a lot of places in Delhi and the Qutab Minar stays with you.
Rajpath – Rajpath is worth a visit. Every January 26, the grand Republic Day Parade is held there. At one end, is the India Gate where the eternal flame burns to commemorate India's war heroes. At the other end is the Presidential Palace, the Rastrapati Bhavan. On some days in early spring, visitors are allowed to wander around the building's famed Mughal Gardens.
Jantar Mantar - Jantar Mantar is an observatory. About 300 years old, it can measure the movement of the earth and the stars. It is also a very peaceful park in the centre of town.
India Gate - This massive 42m tall structure was built as a memorial to the 90,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives in World War I. The structure has the names of the soldiers engraved on it. An eternal flame burns here in commemoration of the brave soldiers.
Lodi Gardens - These beautiful gardens have majestic domed tombs of many Sayyid and Lodi Sultans. The well-kept gardens with fountains, ponds, flowering trees, blossoming shrubs and bushes are ideal places for joggers and those who seek solitude.
Humayun's Tomb - Haji Begum, the senior wife of Emperor Humayun built this mausoleum in the mid 16th century. The tomb is situated amidst avenues of trees, watercourses and flowerbeds. A magnificent example of refined early Mughal architecture, the structure harmoniously blends with nature.
Connaught Place - Connaught Place is an up market shopping area designed by Edwin Lutyens who also designed the whole of New Delhi.
Afternoon city tour of Old Delhi visiting
 Jama Masjid : Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India was built by Shah Jahan. The Jama Masjid overlooks the old markets of the city that are massed around Chandni Chowk and stretches till the great Red Fort. Walking through this area can prove to be a trip down the times, where the flavor of old Mughal charm still lingers.
Purana Qila: This is the sixth city of Delhi. Located south-east of India Gate, it is one of the most prominent monuments in Delhi. Humayun’s started the fort's construction but Sher Shah, who drove him out from Delhi, completed the city during his own reign (1538-1545). The massive walls and huge gates were constructed by Humayun’s. The octagonal Shermandal and the Quila-i-Kuhran Masjid were built by Sher Shah.
Red Fort: Also called the Lal Qila, the Red Fort is laid out along the river Yamuna as an irregular octagon. It is surrounded by a wall of about 2.4 kms in circumference and is built of red sandstone. The Mughal ruler Shah Jahan transferred his capital from Agra to Delhi and after nine years, the fort was completed in 1648. The fort has two main entrances, the Delhi Gate and the Lahori Gate.
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 04: Delhi – Agra (By Private Car 205 Kms, 4 ½ hrs Drive) Via Sikandra
 After breakfast leave by Private Car for Agra, Agra enroute take a stop over at Sikandra to see the Tomb of Mughal Emperor Akbar Upon arrival in Agra check in at your pre booked hotel. Agra was the Capital of India under the MUGHALS in the 16th and 17th centuries
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 05: Agra
Early Morning visit to the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. The Building’s stupendous scale, flawless symmetry, translucent white marble and shimmering reflection in the water channel are truly breathtaking.
(Note:Every Friday Taj Mahal is closed)
 After Viewing Taj Mahal Return to hotel for Breakfast after Breakfast city tour of Agra Visiting
Agra Fort - Built by the great Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D., the fort is a masterpiece of design and construction. Within the fort are a number of exquisite buildings, including the Moti Masjid, Diwane-i-Am, Diwane-i-Khas and Musamman Burj, where the Emperor Shah Jahan died in imprisonment, besides Jahangir's Palace, Khaas Mahal and the Sheesh Mahal.
Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb - The tomb was built by Empress Noor Jahan, in memory of her father, Ghias-ud-Din Beg in 1622-25A.D. This ornate tomb is considered a precursor of the Taj Mahal, this small garden tomb reflects the taste and sophistication of the gifted queen. The warm yellow marble is highlighted with white and black marble inlay, and the lacey pierced marble screens and rich, jewel-inlaid mosaics have a delicate, feminine quality that is pure enchantment
After experiencing the Sightseeing of Agra Return to Hotel
Overnight at Hotel
Day 06: Agra – Jaipur (By Private Car 250 Kms, 5 - 6 hrs Drive) Via Fatehpursikri
After breakfast leave by Private Car for Jaipur, enroute visit the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri (ghost capital) for a Tour of the magnificent and world heritage buildings still in a state of perfect preservation, Later drive to Jaipur, Jaipur popularly known as the Pink City was built in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Designed in accordance with Shilp Shastra – an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture – Jaipur follows a grid system. Upon arrival in Jaipur check in at your pre booked hotel.
Evening visit to Colorful Market in Jaipur
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 07: Jaipur
 Today morning visit the Amber Fort in the Aravali Hills, which is a super example of Rajput (medieval Hindu) style Architecture
Amber is located at a distance of 11 kilometers from Jaipur and was the old fort of the Kachhwaha clan of Amber, which used to be the capital, till it was moved to Jaipur. The construction of the Amber Fort began in the year 1592 and was started by Man Singh I, but it was finished by his descendant Jai Singh I. The exterior of the Fort is not in the least like its interiors. The outside is very imposing and rugged looking whereas the inside is a comforting and warm interior which is influenced by both Hindu and Muslim style of ornamentation. On the walls, are paintings depicting various hunting scenes, and there is also a lot of work on walls, which are covered with intricate carving, mosaic and minute mirror work that make the halls look very majestic and imperial
 Afternoon City Tour of Jaipur Visiting
City Palace - situated in the heart of the old City, it occupies about one seventh of the old city area. The palace is a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture, it houses a Seven storied Chandra Mahal in the centre, which affords a fine view of the gardens and the city.
JANTAR MANTAR (Observatory) - built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the hugemasonary instruments were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. Enormous sun-dial still provide accurate time, which are subject to daily corrections
The Palace of Winds – a five-storied structure of pink sandstone has semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows overlooking the main street of the old city. It was originally built to enable the ladies of the Royal household to watch everyday life.
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 08: Jaipur – Goa (By Flight)
 Today you are transferred to Jaipur Airport to board flight for Goa. Upon arrival in Goa Airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked hotel.
Goa - Silver sands, sparkling blue waters, the sky mirroring the sea below, white churches resting against green paddy fields and coconut trees lining the coastal streets. Goa - a place you can fall in love with at first glance, is also home to India's finest beach resorts.
There's much more to Goa than sun, sand and sea. The allure of Goa is that it remains quite distinct from the rest of India and is small enough to be grasped and explored in a way that other Indian states are not.
Goa became one of the youngest Indian states after 451 years of colonial rule and 26 years as Union territory. Its history dates back to the 3rd century when it belonged to the Mauryas, followed by the rule of the Satvahanas, Chalukyas, the Shilharas and Kadambas. In 1312, Goa fell into the hands of the Muslims. The Portuguese took over in 1510, ending the Muslim rule. Apart from a brief spell during the Napoleonic wars, when the British briefly occupied Goa, the Portuguese were the masters of Goa till 1961, when they were finally driven out. 450 years under Portuguese domination produced a unique blend of East and West that is both exotic and strangely familiar. Christmas and Carnival are celebrated as enthusiastically as Diwali and Durga Puja. The state's separate identity is also visible in its Latinate architecture and preference for a fish- and meat-rich cuisine. Another marked difference is the prevalence of alcohol, which is cheap in the state and is widely available.
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 09: Goa
Day at leisure for your personal activities (No Transportation Available)
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 10: Goa
Day at leisure for your personal activities (No Transportation Available)
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 11: Goa
Day at leisure for your personal activities (No Transportation Available)
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 12: Goa
 Day at leisure for your personal activities (No Transportation Available)
Overnight at the Hotel
Day 13: Goa – Mumbai – Onwards back Home (By Flight)
Today you are transferred to Goa Airport to board flight for Mumbai. Upon arrival in Mumbai Airport you board your flight back home.
| Tour Cost |
Tour Code TJ 03 |
All the Tours are Private Tours and The Clients may select their own dates of departure. The Cost is without the International Flights
Cost is based with minimum 2 persons traveling together and Sharing a Twin / Double Room
| The cost is Valid from 01st October 2009 to 30th April 2010 |
Sterling Pounds 1290 Per Person |
| The cost is Valid from 01 May 2010 to 30th September 2010 |
Sterling Pounds 1200 Per Person |
| The cost is Valid from 01st October 2010 to 30th April 2011 |
Sterling Pounds 1465 Per Person |
Note:- Please NOTE that the above cost is NOT VALID for the Period 05 December To 10th January. (SUPPLEMENTS WILL APPLY ) |
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