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Classifieds: Travel | | Golden Triangle with Bharatpur – 6 night | | Posted By: Concept Voyages at: 25, Nov 2010 3:09:10 PM IST | Day 1 Delhi: Meet and greet on arrival in Delhi by Concept Voyages'' representative and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2 Delhi sightseeing tour: Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for a full day city tour of New Delhi, Starting with Qutub Minar - 72.5 metres high (237.8 ft) and can be conquered after a gruesome climb of 399 steps straight up. It all started with Qutb-ud-din Aybak, the first Muslim ruler of Delhi, trying to outdo the Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan . The mammoth work of architectural brilliance that kissed the sky was finished in 1193. Old Fort- also known as Purana Quila, built in 16th century on the lines of Mughal-Hindu-Afghan Architecture, built in Red Sandstone, in octagonal shape extended on 2.41 km and 33.5 m in Height. This Fort is believed to have been standing on the ancient site of Indraprasta (The Capital Town of Pandavas). Humayun''s Tomb - built by the emperor''s grieving widow, Haji Begum, in 1565 AD. Constructed with red sandstone and ornamented marks the beginning of a new tradition of ornate style, which culminated in the Taj Mahal of Agra, Red Fort - or Lal Quila - It is called so because of the red stone with which it is built, the Red Fort is one of the most magnificent palaces in the world, India Gate - built as a memorial to commemorate the 70,000 India soldiers killed in World War I, it is 160 feet high with an arch of 138 feet. Built from sandstone, the arch also houses the Eternal Flame, a gesture in memory of the Indian soldiers who laid their lives in the 1971 war, Presidents House and Connaught Place shopping centre of New Delhi. For those who wish to witness the history of Indian capital, we recommend the Sound and Light show at Red Fort in the evening. We may also suggest a sumptuous dinner at Al Karims restaurant near Jama Masjid. The owners of Al Karims restaurants are the direct descendents of the personal chef of the first Mughal emperor in India – Mohammed Babar. Overnight stay in hotel. (Note: Delhi sightseeing places are closed for public on Mondays)
Day 3 Delhi-Agra (203 kms/4 hrs): After breakfast proceed for Agra. Check in the designated hotel. Visit to the famous Taj Mahal - Sheer poetry in marble. Majesty and magnificence, unrivalled. The monumental labour of love of a great ruler for his beloved queen. The ultimate realization of Emperor Shah Jehan''s dream. After that visit the Agra Fort - The tall fortified walls protect the remains of age-old Moghul architectural brilliance that transcends you into a whimsical land. The fort encompasses many wondrous palaces, capacious audience halls, and two spectacular mosques. As per research and other documentation the Fort housed about 5000 buildings that were ingeniously built in Bengali and Gujarati style architecture and Bazaars. Overnight stay in hotel. (Note: Taj Mahal is closed for public on Fridays)
Day 4 Agra-Bharatpur (55 kms / 1 hr): After breakfast checkout from hotel and transfer to Bharatpur. The history of Bharatpur dates back to the epic age, when the Matsya Kingdom flourished here in the 5th century BC The Matsya were allies of the Pandavas in the Mahabharata war. According to tradition the name of Bharatpur is traced to Bharat, the brother of lord Rama of Ayodhya whose other brother Laxman was given the high place of family deity of the ruling family of Bharatpur. His name also appears in the state seals and coat-of-arms. Bharatpur is also called the Eastern gateway of Rajasthan. Maharaja Suraj Mal, apart from being a brave General was also a great builder. He built numerous forts and palaces across the kingdom including the Pleasure Palace complex at Deeg. Visit Lohagarh (Iron Fort), Deeg Palace Fort built by Raja Suraj Mal, stands majestically over a slightly elevated point. It is surrounded by impressive moats, ramparts and gateways. The interiors are mostly in ruins now, but the watch tower still stands keeping an eye over the city and the palace. A gun captured from Agra Fort is placed here. Another defunct cannon, which was captured from Ahmad Shah Abdali ( 1761 AD) – who seized the fort for six months guards the vantage point. Bharatpur is today known the world over for its Keoladeo Ghana National Park. You can optionally do village safari at Bharatpur. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5 Bharatpur-Jaipur (185 kms/ 4 hrs): After breakfast, start journey to Jaipur - widely known as the ''Pink City'', Jaipur is colour washed pink to welcome Prince Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria of England who visited India in 1883 A.D. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri - a World Heritage Site is the perfect example of an Emperors tribute to a saint. Built in reverence of the Sufi saint Salim Chishti way back in 1571 the Fatehpur Sikri is a seamless blend of Islamic and Hindu architecture. The robust red sandstone structures reflect the multi- faceted character of the great Emperor and his keen interest in religion, literature and design, reach Jaipur. Check in hotel. Evening at Choki Dhani - an ethnic village resort with a blend of rustic environment and modern amenities, gives the impression of a typical Rajasthani village, for cultural programme and folk dances. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 6 Jaipur: After breakfast, visit for Amer Fort - is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it''s ultimate expression, Hawa Mahal - The ornamental facade of this ''Palace of Winds'' is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies, 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. Visit Albert Hall and Birla Mandir. Central Museum or the Albert Hall lies in the Ram Niwas Garden. It is a vast and verdant garden housing a zoo, a greenhouse, an aviary, a museum and a sports ground. Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II built it in 1868 as a relief project for his famine struck subjects. The Albert Hall has been modelled on the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. The hall was named after Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria’s husband. Albert’s son the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) laid the foundation stone in 1876. It was designed and devised by Colonel Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob (1841-1917). Evening at leisure free for shopping. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 7 Jaipur-New Delhi (259 kms/4.5 hrs): After breakfast, checkout from hotel and transfer to Jaipur airport or drive back to New Delhi airport, for onward journey.
Tour Coast: Rs.20745/- For Per Person
The Rates are Valid From 1st Oct to 10-Dec 2010 & 15th Jan 2011 to 31st Mar 2011
Tour Cost includes:
Total 6 nights / 7 days stay at following places:
o2 nights stay at Hotel Grand President / Regent Continental Hotel (3 star) at New Delhi
o1 night stay at Howard Park Plaza (3 star) at Agra
o1 night stay at Udai Vilas Palace (3 star) at Bharatpur
o2 nights stay in Sarang Palace / Park Inn (3 star) at Jaipur
Daily breakfast during stay at hotel
All transfers, sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary in exclusive chauffeur driven A/c Indica Car for 1 to 3 persons, A/c Innova car for 4 to 6 persons travelling together for all packages.
All taxes
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