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GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR
Destinations: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi
Duration: 7 Days

Day 1 Abroad - Delhi
Arrive late night at Delhi International airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel for an overnight.

Day 2 Delhi
This morning you will visit Old Delhi - Former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the 'cycle rickshaw' for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

Afternoon visit New Delhi - drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Thereafter continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era. Overnight at hotel

Day 3 Delhi - Agra
Morning drive to Agra (203 kms), check into the hotel.

Afternoon visit Red Fort - which lies on the bend of the river Yamuna. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style.

Taj Mahal - This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal who died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child. It has been described as the most extravagent monument ever built for love, (Taj Mahal is closed for foriegn visitors on Friday).

Stay at pristine Taj Mahal for sunset, to see this true Wonder of the world in gentle late afternoon light. Overnight at hotel

Day 4 Agra - Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur (221 kms), en route visit Fatehpur Sikri - the deserted red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital in the 16th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza the largest gateway in the world. Thereafter continue drive to Jaipur and check into the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5 Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned Elephant for the climb to the main gate. 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.

Afternoon tour of the Pink City - will include City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artefacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here. Also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar "Observatory" to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to the hotel for an overnight.

Day 6 Jaipur - Delhi
Drive to Delhi (250 kms). Upon arrival in Delhi - freshen up at hotel. Later transfer to airport.

Day 7 Delhi
Depart Delhi


Package Cost
USD$ 535 per person

COST INCLUDES
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis as per itinerary
- AC vehicle for sight seeing and long run as per itinerary
- Toll/Parking/ Driver Allowance included
- Assistance and Porterage at airport
- Local English Speaking Guide
- Government Tax

COST DOES NOT INCLUDES
- Any Tips, Laundry, Mineral water, Telephone charges, Camera fee and all items of personal nature and meals and drinks not specified in the inclusions.
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
- Entrances to the monuments.
- Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Any other meals than breakfast
- Any travel insurance

TOUR CONDITIONS
- The Above Rates are net
- The package valid for 01st April to 30th September 2006.
- Tour confirmation only on receipt of Advance payment
- Tour operates on minimum 2 paying persons


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