Travelpack

Notes:
- Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday

Highlights: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur

Other departures: Manchester - £1069, Birmingham - £1115, Glasgow - £1125, Edinburgh - £1125

Hotels: 5* (or similar)
Delhi - Lalit
Agra - Radisson
Jaipur - Radisson
Delhi (Aerocity) - Pride Plaza

Itinerary:
27th Jan 21 (Wed) London Heathrow to Dubai by flight.

28th Jan 21 (Thu) Dubai to Delhi by flight
Arrive at Delhi airport. Upon arrival at Delhi airport welcome, meet and assist by our representative and transfer to Hotel for an Overnight stay

29th Jan 21 (Fri) Delhi
It’s time to enjoy a full day city tour of Delhi to give you a feel for this magnificent city as you explore its historic sights. Your first stop is 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. Opposite the Red Fort lies Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, made of red sandstone and white marble, completed in 1656. Heading west from the Red Fort you’ll explore the bustling cultural delight of the colourful market on a 'cycle rickshaw', then through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street, surrounded by the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue. A truly unique experience. The Red Fort is a 17th-century imposing fortress built in red sandstone and surrounded by a huge 33 metres high boundary wall. Inside are exquisite palaces and beautiful gardens on the return you will enjoy an experience on the busy Delhi metro from Chandni Chowk to Rajiv Chowk (Our our can driver will be waiting for you at Rajiv Chowk Metro station. In the afternoon you will head into New Delhi, visiting Humayun’s Tomb, an impressive garden tomb with high arches and a double dome, built by his wife Haji Begum in the 16th Century. An early example of Mughal architecture considered to be the predecessor of the Taj Mahal. Then continue on to the wonderful Qutab Minar – a major landmark of Delhi, with its the beautiful grounds featuring a huge ‘tower of victory’, which stands over 72 metres high. You will then drive on to Rajpath and through to India Gate and the Lutyens Delhi, with its tree-lined boulevards leading to the British Viceroy’s Palace (Rashtrapati Bhavan), now the official residence of the President of India, the Secretariat, India Gate and Parliament House.

30th Jan 21 (Sat) Delhi to Agra by surface, 
Today you will be driven to the romantic city of Agra. Upon arrival at Agra, check in to your hotel. Afternoon enjoys visiting the world-famous Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, in memory of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631, built one of the world’s most famous buildings, the ‘Taj Mahal’. Its perfect proportions and exquisite craftsmanship have been described as ‘a vision, a dream, a poem, and a wonder’. You’ll also visit the 16th century Agra fort. This commanding red sandstone monument stretches for 2.5 kilometres along the banks of River Yamuna, encompassing serene gardens and terraced pavilions, with striking views of the magnificent Taj Mahal across the river. In the evening you’ll enjoy a sunset view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh, which is a garden complex, situated on the riverbank opposite the Taj Mahal.

31st Jan 21 (Sun) Agra to Jaipur by surface, 
Drive to Jaipur with an en-route visit to Fatehpur Sikri - the imperial ruins of the dream capital city of the Great Mughal Emperor - Akbar. Then continue on to Jaipur, the famed ‘Pink City’ and the capital of Rajasthan, known for its palaces, its three hill forts and for being a shopper’s paradise. Upon arrival at Jaipur, check in to your hotel. The evening is at leisure to explore the surrounding area and the colourful bazaar. Overnight stay at the hotel

01st Feb 21 (Mon) Jaipur
This morning we take you to Amber, capital of the old state of Dhundhar, which is located on the rugged hills that surround Jaipur by Jeep. During the afternoon visit the City Palace (which still houses the erstwhile Royal family); Jantar Mantar, the Royal Observatory and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - built for the royal ladies to watch the activities on the market street below, without being observed. Overnight stay at your hotel.

02nd Feb 21 (Tue) Jaipur to Delhi by surface, 
After breakfast check out from Hotel and drive from Jaipur to Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi, check-in at Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel

03rd Feb 21 (Wed) Delhi to Dubai by flight
Dubai to London Heathrow by flight. Transfer from Hotel to Delhi airport in time to board flight for London Heathrow via Dubai

Exclusions:
- Entrances fees to the monuments and activities (Rickshaw ride and Jeep ride at Amber Fort)
- Visa Fees & Travel Insurance
- Any vehicle on leisure days
- Expenses of personal nature such as soft drinks, liquor, laundry, tips, telephone calls, porterage, visa fees, camera fees, etc
- Anything not mentioned in the above inclusion

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