Travelpack

Day 1: Delhi
Arrive at Delhi
Upon arrival welcome, meet & assist at the airport by our representative and transfer to Hotel
1400 Hours hotel standard check in time
Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 2: Delhi
Enjoy city tour of Old and New Delhi
Old Delhi visit Raj Ghat which is located on the banks of the river Yamuna, This is Mahatma Gandhi’s Memorial, where he was cremated following his assassination in January 1948. The memorial lies in the midst of landscaped gardens and made of a simple square platform of black marble inscribed with his last words “Hey Ram”. Drive the The Red Fort (closed on Monday) – the 17th century imposing fortress built in red sandstone is surrounded by a huge boundary wall 33m high. Inside are exquisite palaces and beautiful gardens. 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. Opposite the Red Fort lies Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque) made of red sandstone and white marble, completed in 1656. It is India’s largest mosque where more than 20,000 people can kneel in prayer at one time. New Delhi visiting Humayun’s Tomb, built by his wife Haji Begum in the 16th Century. An early example of Mughal architecture considered the predecessor of the Taj Mahal. The Qutab Minar - the landmark of Delhi, a huge tower of victory started in 1199 and completed in 1368. The Minar is 72.5m high with a diameter at the base 14.4m and 2.7m at the top. Proceed to the Rashtrapati Bhawan (Drive Pass) once the Viceroy’s residence and now the official residence of the President of India. Designed by Lutyens, it combines western and eastern styles - the dome reflects the Buddhist stupa, the chhattris “Hindu” and the graceful colonnades very “British”. It has 340 rooms. The India Gate (42m), C commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in the 1st world war. 13516 names of British and Indian soldiers killed in the Afghan War of commemorating Indian armed forces’ losses in the Indo-Pakistan war of 1971.

Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 3: Delhi to Agra by surface (Approx. 210 kms / 4 -5 Hrs)
After early breakfast drive from Delhi to Agra - medieval city on the banks of the Yamuna River. It was founded by Sultan Sikandar Lodi in the year 1506. Agra achieved fame as the capital of the Mughal emperors from 1526 to 1658 and remains a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era buildings. Most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Upon arrival at Agra, check in at Hotel
In the afternoon visit world famous Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday) - Overlooking the River Yamuna, the Taj Mahal is a classic example of Mughal architecture, with the Taj itself built as a mausoleum at the northern end of an extensive formal walled garden designed in the charbagh style and structured on the Islamic theme of ‘paradise’

Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 4: Agra
After breakfast enjoy city tour of Agra
Agra Fort - Agra Fort was originally a brick fort and the Chauhan Rajputs held it. It was mentioned for the first time in 1080 AD when a Ghaznavide force captured it. Sikandar Lodi (1487-1517) was the first Sultan of Delhi who shifted to Agra and lived in the fort. He governed the country from here and Agra assumed the importance of the second capital. He died in the fort in 1517 and his son, Ibrahim Lodi, held it for nine years until he was defeated and killed at Panipat in 1526. He built several palaces, wells and a mosque in the fort during his period. And Itmad –Ud-Daulah Tomb also called “Baby Taj” has a special place in the chronicles of both history as well as architecture. This is precisely because Itmad ud Daula is the very first tomb in India that is entirely made out of Marble. This is actually a mausoleum that overlooks the River Yamuna and is a tomb of Mir Ghiyas Beg, a minister in the court of Shah Jahan. Evening enjoy sunset view of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh - The Garden complex, situated on the opposite bank of the Taj Mahal, is known as Mehtab Bagh

Overnight stay at hotel

Day 5: Agra to Ranthambore by surface (Approx. 295 Kms / 7 Hrs)
After breakfast drive from Agra to Ranthambore
En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri - which is a beautiful and deserted medieval city, built by Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great in the 16th century to serve as the capital of his vast empire. It was mysteriously abandoned 13 years later. Today, it is perfectly preserved as a ghost city built at the height of the empire’s splendor Continue drive to Ranthambore -one of the finest tiger reserve and one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. Ranthambore was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1955 and became part of Project Tiger in 1973. This park is famous for its tigers and is one of the best places in the country to see these majestic predators in the wild. The Park, which covers an area of nearly 400 sq. km. and is set between the Aravali and Vindhya ranges. Its deciduous forests were once a part of the magnificent jungles of Central India.

Upon arrival at Ranthambore, check in at Hotel
Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 6: Ranthambore
Morning and afternoon enjoy shared open jeep safari in Ranthambore National Park

Overnight stay stay at Hotel

Day 7: Ranthambore to Jaipur by surface (Approx. 180 kms / 4 Hrs)
Today after breakfast drive from Ranthambore to Jaipur - Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh - II, the ruler of Amber, Jaipur was the first planned city in India. This town is also referred as Pink city for the colour of buildings in its wonderful old city. The city was painted pink to honour the visit of Prince Albert of England in 1882.

Upon arrival at Jaipur, check in at Hotel
Rest of the day at leisure

Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 8: Jaipur
After an early breakfast proceed for the excursion to the Amber City Fort situated 130m high with the Aravalli hills around and 11 km north of Jaipur. It was the ancient capital of the Kach-hawaha Rajputs till 1037. Ride the colourfully painted elephants up the hill, admire the massive gateways, courts, stairways, pillared pavilions and palaces the recall the glory and wealth of Am-
ber’s association with the Mughals.

In the afternoon visit the City Palace (still houses the erstwhile Royal family); Jantar Mantar – the Royal Observatory and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds, with 1043 windows) - built for the royal ladies to watch the activities on the market street below without being observed themselves.

Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at hotel

Day 9: Jaipur to Delhi by surface (Approx. 258 kms / 6 -7 Hrs)
After breakfast, drive from Jaipur to Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi, check in at Hotel
Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 10: Delhi to Goa by flight SG-141: 1025 – 1315 Hrs
Transfer from hotel to Delhi airport in time to board the fligth for Goa

1315 Hrs: Arrive at Goa -a world renowned beach destination (29 beaches) was under
Portuguese rule from 1510 – 1961. Goa is famous for numerous beautifully sculptured churches. The Basilica of Bom Jesus is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is among the 04 cities of the world where carnival is held amid great pomp and show in the month of February. Goa has earned the sobriquet of being the land of fun, frolic and fiesta. Upon arrival meet & assist at the airport by our representative and transfer to Hotel

Rest of the day at leisure and overnight stay at Hotel

Day 10 - 16: Goa
All days at leisure for independent activities and stay at Hotel

Day 16: Goa to Onward Destinaton by flight
1200 noon hotel standard checkout time
Transfer from hotel to Goa airport in time to board the flight for Onward Destination

Delhi - Royal Plaza
Agra - Crystal Sarovar Premier
Ranthambore - Ranthambore Regency
Jaipur - Country Inn & Suites
Delhi - Pride Plaza, Aerocity

Accommodation at the hotels specified above or similar
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast throughout the tour except at Ranthambore where it will be on full board basis
Meet & assist at airport & hotels by our representative.
All transfers, sightseeing & excursions as mentioned in the itinerary by air- conditioned car
Entrance fees in monuments
Services of local English Speaking Guide as per the itinerary
Cycle Rickshaw ride at Old Delhi
Elephant / Jeep ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
2 Games drives at Ranthambore National Park by shared open canter / jeep