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INDIAN EXCURSIONS

TAJ & TIGER TOUR
Destinations: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Sariska
Duration: 8 Days

Day 1: Delhi
Arrival Delhi. On arrival Check in at the Hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi
Morning drive to Agra (203 km)
Upon arrival in Agra - check into the hotel

Afternoon visit famous Taj Mahal.

Taj Mahal - This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child.The central structure has four small domes surrounding the huge, central dome. Above the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan are false tombs, a common practice in Indian mausoleums. (Taj Mahal is closed 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 3: Agra - Jaipur
Morning Drive to Jaipur enroute visiting Red Fort - built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. Fatehpur Sikri - the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Continue drive to Jaipur and check into the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort. 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 life-style of the Mughal ruling families.

Afternoon tour of The Pink City - will include City Palace. 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 colorful bazaar before returning to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Jaipur - Ranthambore
Morning drive to Ranthambore National Park for Jungle Safari. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 6: Ranthambore
Day at leisure for the visit to the park. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7: Ranthambore - Sariska
Morning drive to Sariska. Arrive & check in at hotel. Afternoon visit at sanctuary.

Day 8: Sariska - Delhi
Morning drive to Delhi and drive directly to International Airport for onward journey.


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