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» Agra Jaipur Train Tours
Agra Jaipur Train Tours
Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Destination Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Khajuraho - Delhi
The legacy of that past survives in the many monuments left behind
by the regents, each a chronicle of the glory of its time and an imprint
of the character of the ruler. Today, the city is a curious blend
of the modern and traditional, skyscrapers, beautiful gardens and
wide tree-lined avenues perpetuate the Mughal passion of landscaping
and architectural excellence. More important, however, Delhi blends
within its folds the great cultural variety of India; an unceasing
range of actiGolden Triangle with Rajasthan Toursvity, a million ways
of saying 'You are Welcome.
Day 01: New Delhi
Delhi
is a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the
ancient & the modern
. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive
dynasties chose it as
their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British
left behind . The division between New & Old Delhi is the distinction
between the capitals of the British & the Moghuls respectively.
So, wherever the visitor goes, he will invariably confront the citys
past.
Day 02: DELHI - JAIPUR
After breakfast, half day city tour of Old & New Delhi. Visit
Jama Masjid, the largest mosque
in India. Built by Shah Jahan, the construction was started in 1844
and was not completed
until 1658; drive past Red Fort; Visit Humayuns Tomb : built in mid
16th century this is
an early example of Mughal architecture; Qutab Minar, drive past India
Gate, President House
, Connaught Place. The city tour ends with a visit to Laxmi Narayan
Temple. Afternoon,
leave for Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur and check in at prebooked hotel. khajuraho
temple
Day 03: JAIPUR
After
breakfast, excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride from the foothills
of the Aravallis to the fort entrance.
Amber Fort : At a distance of 11 kms from Jaipur, Amber was the ancient
capital of Jaipur state. Construction of the fort began in 1592 by
Raja Man Singh, the Rajput commander of Akbar's army and is a superb
example of Rajput architecture. Afternoon, city tour of Jaipur. Visit
the City Palace which has museum having an extensive collection of
art, carpets, enamel ware and weapons; Jantar Mantar - the observatoyr
built my Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728 and the façade of Hawa Mahal.
Day 04: JAIPUR - FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA
After breakfast, leave for Agra. Enroute visit the abandoned Mughal
city of
Fatehpur Sikri : built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, was the old capital
of the Moghuls, which
was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful
buildings including
the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal & other Palaces
which are still
preserved in its original glory. Continue drive to Agra. Arrive Agra
in the evening and
checkin at prebooked hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Agra
After
breakfast, city tour of Agra. Visit Red fort, which was built by Emperor
Akbar in 1565, and additions were made up until the time of his grandson,
Shah Jahan. It contains the hall of public and private audiences amongst
many other beautiful structues; Itmad-ud-daulah, which was contructed
by Nur Jahan between 1622 and 1628 and is very similar to the tomb
she constructed for her husband, Jehangir, near Lahore in Pakistan;
the highlight of the day - The Taj Mahal, which was constructed by
Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Day 06: AGRA - JHANSI, JHANSI - ORCHHA - KHAJURAHO
After breakfast, transfer to the railway station to board train for
Jhansi at 0800 hrs. Arrive Jhansi at 1025 hrs and board our vehicle
to drive you to Khajuraho. Enroute visit Orcha. Arrive Khajuraho and
check in at prebooked hotel.
Day 07: KHAJURAHO - DELHI
After breakfast, visit the eastern & western group of temples
famous for their erotic scultpures. Later, transfer to the airport
to board flight for Delhi. On arrival in Delhi meet and assist at
the airport and transfer to prebooked hotel.
Day 17: New Delhi - Scheduled Destinations
At appropriate time your will be transferred to the international
airport of New Delhi to board the flight back to home.
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