Incredible India Tour 7 Days 8 Nights

Welcome to India! You land at Delhi‟s international airport (flight purchased by own and

Upon arrival, collect your baggage and pass through Immigrations and Customs in Delhi international airport. Later once you step into the “Meet & Greet Hall”, our airport representative waiting, who will then escort you to your vehicle and accompany you to your hotel.

Upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

After a relaxed morning, your guide meets you in the lobby at 9:30 hrs. and your tour starts in Old Delhi.

This was the former Imperial capital of the Mughal Emperor, though very little remains of the grandeur of the Emperor Shah Jahan‟s city. Old Delhi‟s backbone is Chandini Chowk. Originally a canal that ran through the middle of the street as a part of the water supply scheme, it is said that moonlight reflecting on its canal, earned it the name, ‘Chandini‟ (Moonlit) „Chowk‟ (Market).

Here, you trade your vehicle for a cycle rickshaw and take a fun ride through the many narrow streets and an excellent introduction to the organized chaos which is quintessentially Indian!

Disembark at India‟s largest Mosque, Jama Masjid.

This mosque is the final architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan. Begun in 1644, the mosque was not completed until 1658. It has three great gateways, four angle towers and two minarets standing 40m high. It is constructed of alternating vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble.

From Old Delhi drive to lovely Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the temple of the followers of the Sikh religion.

The Sikhs, which means “disciples”, are one of the country‟s most recognizable groups. Beards and turbans give them a distinctive look. Unlike Hinduism, they believe in one god, and that everyone, regardless of their station in life, should do “sevak” or rendering social services. This resulted in the “Langar” or community kitchen, where every member of the religion considers it an honour to come and put in a couple of hours cooking thousands of Indian breads, making huge vats of curry to feed the poor and underprivileged.

You will time your visit to coincide with the lunch service.

This afternoon you visit Humayun’s Tomb.

Humayun’s Tomb is the earliest example of Mughal architecture in India. Recently renovated with the gardens restored to their former splendour and the working fountains, it is a very
attractive site. Architecturally, the mausoleum drew its inspiration from the styles prevalent in Samarkand, and the design of the Taj Mahal is based on this tomb. Also visit to Qutub Minar.

On your way back to the hotel, you will drive past some famous landmarks; Rajpath (Kingsway), the imposing approach to New Delhi sets the venue for the Republic Day parade every January 26th for millions of people to gather and enjoy the spectacle. Among the buildings you drive past are the Secretariat buildings, Parliament House, Presidential Palace (Rashtrapathi Bhawan) and India Gate, a memorial to soldiers of the undivided Indian Army who died in the period between 1914 and 1921.

Overnight at hotel.

Check out this morning and depart for Agra.

Upon arrival check-in at hotel in Agra.

Afternoon you begin the tour of Agra city at the Agra fort.

When the Mughal Emperor Akbar established his supremacy in Northern India, he began his first architectural venture, rebuilding the fort as a beautiful fort palace. The work was completed by his son and grandson, highlighting the Mughals’ ability to blend defensive and decorative architecture. Richly decorated with marble and mosaic, it was in a part of this fort that Shah Jahan spent the last years of his life, imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb. His private quarters, where he was confined, has a magical view of the Taj Mahal across the river Yamuna.

From here, drive to the lovely Taj Mahal (closed Fridays).

This stunning mausoleum immortalized the name of Shah Jahan‟s last wife Mumtaz Mahal, “light of the palace”. Built by Indian artisans and artisans from neighbouring Islamic countries, it is aptly described by the poet laureate Tagore as “A tear on the face of eternity”. Decorated with a mosaic of semi-precious stones and Persian calligraphy recreating verses from the Koran, the mausoleum is an important place of pilgrimage since the empress died in childbirth making her a martyr. Prayers are said and passages from Koran are constantly recited in the mosque and cenotaph chamber.

After breakfast, depart Agra for Jaipur.

Your first stop en route is Fatehpur Sikri. This stop is approx. two hours outside Agra city.

Just over 400 years old, Fatehpur Sikri was the inspiration of the third Mughal Emperor – Muhammad Jalaludin Akbar. This was the first and only time a whole city was constructed using the prevailing Indo Saracenic or Indian-Islamic architectural styles. Built of red sandstone, this collection of extraordinarily striking disparate buildings are still as pristine and perfect as when they were chiselled.

Later ahead for Jaipur. One the way optional tour to Abhaneri which is approx. 65kms before Jaipur. Abhaneri is a traditional Rajasthani village and famous for a Step well and an ancient Hindu temple. Enjoy a Lunch at Abhaneri Village retreat Camp.

Jaipur is also known as the ‘Pink City’, because of the terra-cotta-coloured lime plaster that coats the old part of the city’s walls, buildings, and temples. The most popular reason is that pink is the traditional colour of hospitality, and the old part of the city was freshly painted and paved with pink gravel to warmly welcome Edward VII for his visit here in 1876.

Upon arrival check-in at hotel in Jaipur.

Overnight at hotel.

After breakfast, drive to the Hawa Mahal the ornate pink façade an icon of the city. This five storied high “screen” composed of projected windows and balconies protected by fine latticed screens was destined to enable the ladies of the harem to observe the lively street scenes of the city from a position of privacy.

Continue drive to Amer Fort.

Hill forts were always important to the Rajput rulers. Belonging to the Hindu “Kshatriya” or warrior class, they believed that “a fort is the strength of a king”. They built a number of such forts all over the state of Rajasthan; some made for purely defensive purposes, but most built as fort palaces. Amber is one of the finest examples of a fort palace, built similar in style to the surrounding richly decorated Mughal courts.

Next, take a tour of City Palace.

The Palace is a superb marriage of the Rajput and Mughal styles of architecture. The palace was built between 1729 and 1732, initially by Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber. He planned and built the outer walls, and later additions were made by successive rulers continuing up to the 20th century.

Then visit the extraordinary “Jantar Mantar”, the astronomical observatory built by Raja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1827. Roughly translated the name means “The Formula of Instruments”. This is one of five observatories he built in northern India.

Evening free to stroll in Jaipur market.

Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

Today it is a relaxed morning. After breakfast transfer to airport to board the flight for Udaipur via Delhi flight.

Our chauffeur will meet you at Udaipur airport who will assist you for transfer to hotel. Upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Have a relax at hotel.

Afternoon enjoy boat ride at Lake Pichola.

Overnight at hotel.

Today enjoy tour to Udaipur city, includes the visit of Palace Museum- made of granite and marble with filigreed balconies, ornate windows and craftsmanship in glass. Each palace within is an outstanding creation of art. Sahelion Ki Bari – a garden with fountains, once used for the enjoyment of royal ladies. Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal- a folk art museum and also visit Jagdish Temple.

Overnight at hotel in Udaipur.

Morning transfer to airport to board the flight for Mumbai and connect the flight for Goa.