GOLDEN TRIANGLE WITH AYURVEDIC UNWINDDuration : 14 Days
Destination : Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Mumbai, Trivandrum, Delhi
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 Delhi:
Arrival at Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the night or midnight. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that is India.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the night or midnight. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that is India.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 2
Delhi:
After breakfast proceed for a day sightseeing tour of the city.
Start with the sightseeing of Old Delhi. The tour will begin with a visit
to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; drive past the Red Fort
continuing to the Jama Masjid by bicycle rickshaws, one of Asia's largest
mosques. The magnificent Red Fort, overlooking the river Jamuna was built
during the years 1638 - 48 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. The
tour continues to Jama Masjid, one of Asia's largest mosques and which
is viewed from the outside.
People stream in and out of the mosque continuously and the presence of a nearby bazaar means that the area is rarely quiet.
Enjoy the rickshaw ride at Old Delhi.
After visiting Old Delhi, you will be driven to New Delhi, which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition where one will be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets, colours and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st century standards.
Imperial Delhi will include the Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in India. The tour also includes a drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, the President's residence.
Spend night at Delhi.
Start with the sightseeing of Old Delhi. The tour will begin with a visit
to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; drive past the Red Fort
continuing to the Jama Masjid by bicycle rickshaws, one of Asia's largest
mosques. The magnificent Red Fort, overlooking the river Jamuna was built
during the years 1638 - 48 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. The
tour continues to Jama Masjid, one of Asia's largest mosques and which
is viewed from the outside. People stream in and out of the mosque continuously and the presence of a nearby bazaar means that the area is rarely quiet.
Enjoy the rickshaw ride at Old Delhi.
After visiting Old Delhi, you will be driven to New Delhi, which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition where one will be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets, colours and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st century standards.
Imperial Delhi will include the Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in India. The tour also includes a drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, the President's residence.
Spend night at Delhi.
Day 3
Delhi - Agra: By road 201 km in 4 hr
Start for Agra early in the morning after breakfast. Reach and check in
at hotel.
AGRA: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.
Proceed for sightseeing.
TAJ MAHAL: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
AGRA FORT - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction.
Proceed to visit the Itmadullah's Tomb (also known as the BABY TAJ) Return to hotel and relax in the evening.
Overnight will be at Agra.
AGRA: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.
Proceed for sightseeing.TAJ MAHAL: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
AGRA FORT - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction.
Proceed to visit the Itmadullah's Tomb (also known as the BABY TAJ) Return to hotel and relax in the evening.
Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 5 Jaipur:
Proceed for a morning excursion to Amber Fort after breakfast. Elephant
ride ascent to the fort.
AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.
Continue sightseeing.
CITY PALACE - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
JANTAR MANTAR - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
This afternoon is free for you to relax, shop or explore independently. Shopping is superb in Jaipur, particularly for gold and silver jewellery, pottery, tie-dye materials, silk, saris, wooden handicrafts and carpets.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.
Continue sightseeing.
CITY PALACE - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palac
e Museum.JANTAR MANTAR - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
This afternoon is free for you to relax, shop or explore independently. Shopping is superb in Jaipur, particularly for gold and silver jewellery, pottery, tie-dye materials, silk, saris, wooden handicrafts and carpets.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
Day 6 Jaipur - Mumbai: By Flight Number : IC 612 (Indian Airlines)
Aircraft : Airbus 320Departure : 0735 hr
Arrival : 0910 hr
Mumbai - Trivandrum: By Flight Number : 9W 336 (Jet Airways)
Aircraft : Boeing 737
Departure : 1040 hr
Arrival : 1240 hr
Breakfast will be at the hotel.
Proceed to the airport for flight to Mumbai. Reach and take connecting flight to TRIVANDRUM.
Compass representatives will receive you at the airport and proceed to SOMATHEERAM. Reach and check into the resort.
Day 7 till 13 Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort:
Enjoy the serene AYURVEDA SPA for the next few days. All meals will be
included in the resort.
Day 01 Delhi:
Day 14 Trivandrum - Delhi / Mumbai:
Breakfast will be at the resort.
Proceed to the airport in time for flight to Delhi / Mumbai for international flight home with sweet memories of India.
TOUR ENDS
THE TOUR INCLUDES:
· DOUBLE ROOM ACCOMMODATION AT SUGGESTED HOTELS,
· DAILY BREAKFASTS AT HOTELS,
· SIGHTSEEING TOURS AS MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY,
· ALL TOURS AND TRANSFERS IN AC PRIVATE SUV,
· ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE FOR ALL MENTIONED TOURS,
· ALL EXCURSIONS AS MENTIONED,
· ALL MEALS AT SOMATHEERAM,
· AYURVEDA SPA PACKAGE (YOUR CHOICE) AT SOMATHEERAM,
· ALL MONUMENT ENTRANCE FEES,
· ASSISTANCE AT THE AIRPORTS ON ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE,
· ALL APPLICABLE TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES,
· ALL LOCAL AIRFARE IN ECONOMY CLASS BY FULL SERVICE AIRLINES,
· ELEPHANT RIDE AT AMER FORT - JAIPUR AND
· ALL ROAD TAXES, GOVERNMENT TAXES AND DRIVER ALLOWANCES.
Breakfast will be at the resort.
Proceed to the airport in time for flight to Delhi / Mumbai for international flight home with sweet memories of India.
TOUR ENDS
THE TOUR INCLUDES:
· DOUBLE ROOM ACCOMMODATION AT SUGGESTED HOTELS,
· DAILY BREAKFASTS AT HOTELS,
· SIGHTSEEING TOURS AS MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY,
· ALL TOURS AND TRANSFERS IN AC PRIVATE SUV,
· ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE FOR ALL MENTIONED TOURS,
· ALL EXCURSIONS AS MENTIONED,
· ALL MEALS AT SOMATHEERAM,
· AYURVEDA SPA PACKAGE (YOUR CHOICE) AT SOMATHEERAM,
· ALL MONUMENT ENTRANCE FEES,
· ASSISTANCE AT THE AIRPORTS ON ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE,
· ALL APPLICABLE TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES,
· ALL LOCAL AIRFARE IN ECONOMY CLASS BY FULL SERVICE AIRLINES,
· ELEPHANT RIDE AT AMER FORT - JAIPUR AND
· ALL ROAD TAXES, GOVERNMENT TAXES AND DRIVER ALLOWANCES.
