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Many dynasties have ruled India and Delhi is rich in their architecture. Diverse cultural elements absorbed into the daily life of the city have enriched its character, exploring the city can be a fascinating and rewarding experience. India has a multi-racial society with religions such as Hinduism, Muslim, Sikh, Buddhist and Christians present, each leaving it's own footprint on the country. Spectacular temples, mosques, forts and elaborate tombs and mausoleums can all be visited. Where better to gain greater knowledge of some of the worlds great religions than in this fascinating country.
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Example AccommodationBahai Temple
One of only seven Baha'i temples in the world at present, this unique structure symbolizes unity and invites prayer to God. Like all Baha'i Houses of Worship, the temple in Wilmette has nine sides and a dome and is surrounded by exquisite gardens and fountains.
Humayun's tomb
Humayun's tomb is a complex of buildings of Mughal architecture. It encompasses the main tomb of the Emperor Humayun as well as numerous others. The complex is a World Heritage Site and the first example of this type of Mughal architecture in India. This style of mausoleum was the same that created the Taj Mahal in Agra.
Red Fort
The largest of old Delhi's monuments is the Lal Quila or the Red Fort, whose thick red sandstone walls, bulging with turrets and bastions, have withstood the vagaries of time and nature. Its walls extend upto two kilometres and vary in height from 18 metres on the river side to 33 metres on the city side. Even today the Lal Quila is an eloquent reminder of the glory of the Mughal era and its magni...
Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal is a major landmark and famous tourist attraction in Jaipur. The Palace is a beautiful sight to behold. The splendid Rajputana architecture still speaks of the glory of the royal family. Hawa Mahal has a pyramid-shaped facade with five stories, it has 953 small windows decorated with tiny lattice work, air circulation through these windows represents a marvel of Mughal design which kee...
Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in Agra, India, built under the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements from Persian,Turkish, Indian and Islamic architectural styles. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was cited as "the jewel of Musl...
India Gate
At the centre of New Delhi stands the 42m high India Gate, an "Arc-de-Triomphe" like archway in the middle of a crossroads. Similar to its French counterpart it commemorates the Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army during World War I. The memorial also bears the names of British and Indian soldiers killed on the North Western Frontier in the Afghan war of 1919.The fou...
Buddha Jayanti Park
Buddha Jayanti Park was founded on the auspicious eve of 2500 years of completion of Buddha''s salvation. A plant of Bodhi-Briksha was brought from Sri Lanka and planted in this park. The area is full of flowers and lawns; it is a charming forest-like area and very popular for its walkways. An ideal place for a picnic.
Qutab Minar
In 1199, Qutbuddin raised the Qutab Minar either as a victory tower or as a minaret to the adjacent mosque. From a base of 14.32 mtrs. it tapers to 2.75 mtrs. at a height of 72.5 mtrs. It is still the highest stone tower in India, one of the finest stone tower in India, one of the finest Islamic structures ever raised and Delhi''s recognised landmark. It was completed by the Sultan''s successor an...
| Morning | Afternoon | Evening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Depart UK to India | ||
| Day 2 | Arrive Delhi. Met on arrival and transfer to accommodation | Afternoon at leisure | Evening meal at hotel or local restaurant |
| Day 3 | Breakfast. Combined sightseeing of New & Old Delhi. Visit the 12th century Qutab Minar and the iron pillar. Visit the mausoleum of emperor Humayun - a forerunner of the Mughal style of architecture and the imposing modern Lakshminarayan temple. See India Gate the president's residence - formerly the Viceroy's Palace, parliament House and the Secretariat buildings, Sightseeing of Old Delhi takes you to the Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Drive past Chandi Chowk, once an imperial avenue of Mughal Royalty which today is the busiest commercial area of the city. | Evening meal at hotel or local restaurant followed by a local theatre trip to see a Bollywood movie | |
| Day 4 | Breakfast. Morning leave Delhi by surface for Agra. Visit the Bear Rescue Camp supported by our local agent en route. | Arrive Agra & check in at your hotel | Evening meal at hotel or local restaurant |
| Day 5 | Breakfast. Morning visit Tajmahal by sunrise. Later visit the Agra Fort. In the fort visit Diwan-E-Am (House of commons), mosques within the Fort and royal pavilions like Macchi Bhavan, Shah Jahani Mahal & others. | Afternoon is at leisure | Evening meal at hotel or local restaurant |
| Day 6 | Breakfast. Leave Agra by surface for Jaipur visiting the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri, built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 in honour of the great Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti who blessed Akbar and prophesized the birth of three sons to the heirless Emperor. Akbar used Fatehpur Sikri as his capital and the city was fully occupied for 14 years but slowly became deserted and ruined after Akbar left the city. On arrival, check in at the hotel. |
Evening meal at hotel or local restaurant | |
| Day 7 | Breakfast. Morning excursion to Amber fort. En route to Amber Fort, you will have a brief photography stop at Hawa Mahal - the Palace of Winds |
Afternoon sightseeing tour of city visiting Maharaja's City Palace, the former Royal residence, part of it converted into a museum. Later visit the Jantar Mantar, which is the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world. Situated near the gate of the city palace, the observatory has 17 large instruments, many of them still in working condition |
Evening meal at hotel or local restaurant |
| Day 8 | Breakfast. Day at leisure before transfer to aiport | Flight Delhi to UK | |
| Day 9 | Arrive UK | ||
City Park Hotel
Cutting an impressive landmark out of the native sandstone of the area, Hotel City Park offers travelers hospitality of International standard.
The hotel’s plush and warm interiors decorated with traditional works of art, hand picked local artifacts and tasteful furnishings, all coupled with the excellent service from staff who care.
The hotel’s plush and warm interiors decorated with traditional works of art, hand picked local artifacts and tasteful furnishings, all coupled with the excellent service from staff who care.
Howard Park Plaza
Howard Park Plaza International, Agra offers travelers 83 first class rooms & suites. The hotel’s cuisine is renowned for its taste and splendour. Howard Park Plaza guests enjoy a view of the Taj Mahal from the rooftop-viewing gallery.
All the rooms are occupied with CCTV, Minibars, STD & ISD Direct Dialing, 24Hrs Room Service.
All the rooms are occupied with CCTV, Minibars, STD & ISD Direct Dialing, 24Hrs Room Service.
Park Prime Hotel
Park Prime offers a serene refuge of comfort and hospitality where Indian tradition and modern services are blended. The hotel has now become one of the landmarks of the city with its highly professional and delightful service.
All the facilities you could possibly need are available in this hotel. With a roof top swimming pool, an international restaurant and currency exchange just to name a few.
Rooms at the hotel are all very well equipped with electonic safe, tea and coffee making facilities, central air conditioning, mini bar and much more.
All the facilities you could possibly need are available in this hotel. With a roof top swimming pool, an international restaurant and currency exchange just to name a few.
Rooms at the hotel are all very well equipped with electonic safe, tea and coffee making facilities, central air conditioning, mini bar and much more.
