Delhi - Mandawa - Jaipur - Ranthambhore – Agra
Trip OverviewThis North India tour combines the cultural highlights of the historic North, with an insight into the life of Shekawati region. A special attraction of this area is the traders houses (Havelis), with its impressive wall paintings, which you can admire in Mandawa. Visitors can enjoy adventurous safaris in Ranthambhore National Park. Watch tigers or crocodiles and admire the beauty of the place..
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On arrival you will be received by a representative at the airport.Depending on your arrival you will be transferred to the hotel in Delhi or the tour begins.Namaste and Welcome in India.
Today you will see the cosmopolitan city of Delhi. You will visit the two parts of the Indian capital. First, visit Old Delhi with the imposing Red Fort from outside (Shah Jahan's citadel in red sandstone) and the impressive Friday Mosque Jama Masjid (India's largest mosque). In New Delhi you can see India Gate and drive through the government district with numerous buildings such as the Parliament of India and the Presidential Palace. Afterwards drive to Agra. Overnight Agra.
Early morning drive to Jaipur, the former capital and "City of Kings". Jaipur, also known as "Pink City", was founded in 1728 by Raja Jai Singh II, who had also provided the typical pink colour which has been held in many places of the city. In the afternoon visit the magnificent City Palace, which is still inhabited by the descendants of the former Rajas. Overnights at the hotel.
Excursion to Amber Fort (8 km), one of the most beautiful palaces of Rajasthan. Elephant ride or Jeep ride up to the picturesque fortress. In the afternoon, city tour of Jaipur. Visit Jantar Mantar, the largest stone observatory in the world, followed by photo stop at the famous Hawa Mahal, the "Palace of Winds". The original intention of the lattice was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life in the street below without being seen, since they had to observe strict "purdah" (face cover). Then rickshaw tour through the busy bazaar streets.
After breakfast you leave the bustling city and head towards the Ranthambore National Park. In the afternoon city tour of the small village of Sawai Madhopur with stroll through the local market. Overnight in a hotel near the reserve.
In the morning and again after lunch you will enjoy Jungle Safari in jeeps or in open vehicle to Ranthambhore National Park, one of the most famous Tiger Reserves of India. The park lies at the edge of a plateau and is named after the historic Ranthambore Fortress, which is in the park. This is one of the best parks for tiger spotting and is one of India’s Project Tiger Reserves. Other wild animals include the leopard, dhole, wild pig, sambar, chital and the gaur. Overnight in Hotel.
On the way to Agra visit the abandoned today ruined city of Fatehpur Sikri. The red sandstone houses of the ruling families, however, these are still so well preserved that one might think, Akbar had left the city yesterday. Upon arrival in Agra, the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast visit the magnificent Taj Mahal, described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love and remains one of India’s most enduring symbols. The tomb was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz. Then we visit the impressive Agra Fort. Afternoon is at leisure. Overnight - Agra.
Today you will see the cosmopolitan city of Delhi. You will visit the two parts of the Indian capital. First,Old Delhi with the imposing Red Fort from outside (Shah Jahan's citadel in red sandstone) and the impressive Friday Mosque Jama Masjid (India's largest mosque). In New Delhi you can see India Gate and drive through the government district with numerous buildings such as the Parliament of India and the Presidential Palace and visit the Qutub Minar, India's tallest minaret. Then drive to the hotel near the airport. Depending on your departure time, farewell dinner and / or transfer to the airport.
Individual extension program can be booked. Prices and information on request.
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