Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi and meet the SITA representative at the arrival hall and transfer to Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Delhi.
Day 02: In Delhi
Morning proceed for sightseeing tour of New & Old
Delhi. Visit the 12th Century Qutab Minar; gracefully fluted
and hand carved for its entire height of 234 feet. Near it
stands the Iron Pillar which has withstood the ravages of
time and hasn't rusted in 840 years. Also, visit the graceful
mausoleum of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and the modern Birla
Temple . Drive past the President's House, the Parliament
House and the Secretariat buildings. The Red Fort, which
was built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan and the Jama
Masjid, which is one of the largest mosques in India are
other places of interest. The Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana are
the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru
respectively and make for a peaceful retreat. Besides these,
visit Chandni Chowk for a unique shopping experience at Old
Delhi.
Overnight at Hotel in Delhi .
Day 03: To Rishikesh - 224 Kms - 5 hrs drive
Morning drive to Rishikesh. Arrive Rishikesh and check-in at Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Rishikesh.
Day 04: In Rishikesh
Morning proceed for the sightseeing tour of Haridwar. Haridwar is a short drive from Rishikesh and attracts herds of tourists all through the year. Har-ki-Pauri is the centre of activity in Haridwar, where piety and brisk business go hand in hand at all times. There are thread ceremonies, tonsuring ceremonies, holy dips and ash immersion ceremonies. However, it is at the time of the evening ' aarti' that the ghats of Har-ki-Pauri command rapt attention from the onlookers. This is Haridwar at its best and is not to be missed. The other attractions here include the Chandi Devi Temple , situated atop the Neel Parvat and the eight-storeyed Bharat Mata Temple that towers over the small town. Then there is Shanti Kunj, a spot famous for its Gayatri Temple that houses 24 images of Gayatri and which is close to the Saptarishi Ashram. The bazaars of Haridwar also hold their own unique importance. You will find rudraksh, kumkum (vermilion), Gangajal (vessels containing Ganges water), Ayurvedic medicines and precious stones in the local markets of Moti Bazaar, Upper Road , and Jwalapur.
Overnight at Hotel in Rishikesh.
Day 05: To Delhi - 224 Kms - 5 hrs drive
After breakfast proceed for the sightseeing tour
of Rishikesh. Rishikesh, also known as the 'place of sages'
is Haridwar at the confluence of the Chandrabhaga and the
Ganges rivers. It is believed that God by the name of 'Hrishikesh'
had appeared as answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya Rishi
and this is why the place is called Rishikesh. It is the
starting point for the 'Char Dham' pilgrims but is also a
place for people who are interested in meditation, yoga and
other aspects of Hinduism. The Yoga Centres here have enhanced
the significance of this place. Rishikesh is one of the most
popular pilgrim centres and a gateway to the Himalayan Shrines
of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Later drive
to Delhi . Arrive Delhi and check-in at Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Delhi .
Day 06: To Agra - 220 Kms - 4 hours drive
Morning drive to Agra . Arrive Agra and check-in at Hotel. Later, proceed for sightseeing tour of Agra . Visit Taj Mahal, which is the epitome of Shah Jahan's monumental testimony of love for his empress, Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful mausoleum has become synonymous not only with this city but with India as a whole. The construction of Taj Mahal is believed to have taken 18 years (1631-1648) with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. Also visit the Agra Fort, which is on the banks of the river Yamuna and is almost in the centre of the town. This Fort represents the architecture of the period during the reign of three great Mughal emperors; Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan. The conspicuous structures within this complex are Jahangiri Mahal, Anguri Bagh, Khas Mahal and Moti Masjid.
Overnight at Hotel in Agra .
Day 07: To Jaipur - 250 Kms - 5 hrs drive
Early morning leave for Jaipur. En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri is an impressive fortified city, which was built by Emperor Akbar. In spite of being a capital city, it was hardly ever inhabited because of shortage of water. Even today it stands magnificent, with majestic palaces, the five-tiered Panch Mahal and the tomb of Salim Chisthi, a saint who had predicted the birth of Akbar's son.
Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
Day 08: In Jaipur
Morning proceed for the sightseeing tour of Amber Fort and Jaipur city. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Temple of Kali , the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal and Jagmandir. You can also experience a unique ride on an elephant's back to and from the top of the hill on which the Fort is situated. The city of Jaipur takes its name from Maharajah Jai Singh, a prince and an astronomer, who designed and founded the city in 1727. Visit the quaint observatory built by him, which is equipped with instruments that he designed. These devices are of remarkable sizes, with such accuracy that is difficult to attain even in today's age. Also visit the Maharaja's City Palace , a former royal residence and now a museum containing rare manuscripts, fine specimens of Rajput and Mughal paintings and weapons. Drive through the pink-rosed residential and business areas, past the Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds , which is the landmark of Jaipur.
Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
Day 09: To Delhi - 260 Kms - 5 hrs drive and Leave Delhi
In-time transfer by road to Delhi International Airport to board your flight for onward destination.
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