8 DAY HIGHLIGHTS OF INDIA

Welcome to Delhi!
On arrival at Delhi airport, our representative will meet you to pick you up and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi. Check-in time is at 3.00pm.
Meals: In-flight meals
Accommodation: Hotel Crowne Plaza Rohini 5* or Similar
Noted: Some flights may depart the night before and fly overnight, to arrive on Day 1.

Delhi is made up of about 15 cities, spanning the period from the 11th to 20th centuries. There is little left of the early cities. Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad) and New Delhi, the two most recent cities and the heart of modern Delhi, are relatively intact. Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in 1650 switched the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Shah Jehan possessing an exquisite talent, especially in architecture, created the seventh city and in the process brought about Delhi’s glorious renaissance.
Today, visit the outside of the Red Fort, built when Mughal (Muslim) architecture was at its peak, surrounded by a 2 km red sandstone wall housing several splendid buildings.
The Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque) opposite the Red Fort is the largest mosque in India and one of the greatest examples of the architectural extravaganza of the Mughal era; afterwards, make a brief stop at Raj Ghat — Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial in black marble.
Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk (Silver Square), the main shopping street, and a legacy of the Mughal era. Pass through the spice market and discover examples of authentic Indian street food.
Visit India Gate and Government Buildings for the photo stop.
Visit Qutab Minar, one of the UNESCO world heritage, the Qutub Minar stands tall in the capital of Delhi as the world’s tallest minaret built of bricks, at 72.5 meters of height.
Evening return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Mayur Vihar 4* or similar

At 9:00 AM, be prepared in the lobby of the hotel for your overland transfer to Agra.
The drive will take approximately 5 hours. At the time of the Mughals, in the 16th & 17th centuries, Agra was the capital of the grand Mughal Empire.
Later this afternoon visit the massive Agra Fort. From the fort enjoy awesome views of the Taj Mahal. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles — a contrast to the unique Mughal style that emerged during this period. Explore the chambers of this royal residence.
Also visit Itmad ud Daulah, the tomb of Mirza Ghiyath Beg. It was designed by his daughter, Nur Jahan, the most powerful woman in Moghul history. Afterwards visit the Taj Mahal at the end of the day, as the sun sets, gradually turning the marble of this romantic monument, from white to a soft, rosy pink. The Taj Mahal is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements from Persian, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was cited as “the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage. Overnight at the hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Grand Mercure 4* or similar

Keep this morning at leisure.
At approximately 10:00 AM be prepared in the lobby of the hotel for your overland transfer to Jaipur — “the land of the Rajahs”.
The drive will take approximately 4 hours. Visit Abhaneri Step Well on the way to Jaipur.
Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan province. Everywhere you will see the monuments of its Mughal rulers. Jaipur is one of the main centers for shopping in India — especially with regard to textiles, jewelry, stones carpets, etc.
On your arrival at Jaipur, our representative will assist you in your hotel check in process.
Keep this day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Ramada by Wyndham 4* or similar

After breakfast at the hotel be prepared in the lobby of the hotel to explore and enjoy sightseeing in the Pink city of India – Jaipur.

Amber Fort, a magnificent example of a Rajput Fort building at its best. Fortified by hills and a succession of gates, the fort was a perfect capital for the Kuchwaha Rajputs from the 11th to the 18th centuries. The fort contains a dramatic Hall of Public Audience opposite a beautifully painted Ganesh pole. Ganesh, the elephant-headed son of Siva and Parvati, is commonly propitiated before beginning any new venture.

Visit the gardens and the marble rooms, which are cooled by pouring water through fine perforations in the center of the wall. This low-tech air conditioning was highly effective and easy to use. As you move between the rooms of this magnificent structure, you will feel the history and visualize the pomp and grandeur of a kingdom never conquered. Keep this day for leisure and exploration of the city. Overnight at the hotel.
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Ramada by Wyndham 4* or similar

This morning at 10:00 AM be prepared in lobby of your hotel for your overland transfer to Delhi.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Mayur Vihar 4* or similar

After breakfast, you are free time at leisure until we drive to the airport for flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: On Plane

Today, you arrive at your home. We hope you enjoy by this magical Indian adventure with Asia Vacation Group