Delhi, Jaipur, Agra with Karauli Vacation Package

On arrival in Delhi, transferred to hotel.

Hotel check-in time is 1400hrs (Noon)

Delhi has been inhabited from the 6th century BC has been the capital of many kingdoms. It has been destroyed and rebuilt many times and is called the "city of cities". Delhi's culture has been influenced by its different rulers and the city is full of beautiful monuments. The Mughal rulers influenced the food habits of the residents and Mughlai cuisine originated here. Due to the proximity of different states, all festivals are celebrated here. Old Delhi is a maze of small lanes lined and old buildings and New Delhi has large road with huge buildings. Delhi is the capital of India and is the hub for politics.

Rest of the day free at hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for full day tour of Delhi. Morning tour starts with Old Delhi, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1639 AD. Visit the Raj Ghat where father of our nation Mahatma Gandhi was cremated also visit the museum that was built to commemorate him. Driven past the iconic Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, a very popular and a busy market in Old Delhi. Later move to the next stop - Jama Masjid, (Jama Mosaue) one of the iconic, historic and largest mosques in India - built by Shah Jahan. A short rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk could be quite interesting as this part of the city is quite crowded and it is full of shops. These numerous shops sell delicious mouth-watering food, clothes, jewels, household goods, etc. and are virtually a shopper's paradise.

Note : Chandni Chowk old Delhi market is closed every Sunday.

In the afternoon, visit Qutub Minar, touted as India’s largest Minaret. Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built in 1192 by Turk ruler Qutub-Ud-Din Aibak. then move forward to Humayun’s tomb, yet another UNESCO world heritage site. Next stop is India Gate, built in memory of the Unknown Soldier also driven past the Parliament House, President’s House and other Government Secretarial Buildings, and finally stop at Lakshminarayan Temple, a temple dedicated to Lakshmi and Lord Narayana.

Overnight at Hotel in Delhi.

Breakfast at Hotel. Check out and proceed to Jaipur.

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan gets its name from Maharaja Jai Singh who built this city. Many captivating palaces are present here having breathtaking design and architecture. In the 18th century Prince of Wales had visited Jaipur and the entire city was painted in pink color due to which this city is also known as the pink city. The origin of Jaipur goes back to more than 260 years.

On arrival check-in your hotel.

Remainder of the day is free to relax.

Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.

Breakfast at the Hotel and proceed for the city tour of Jaipur.

The morning journey starts from Amer fort also known as Amer Palace, the earlier capital of Jaipur. Ascend and descend the Amer Fort by Jeep on sharing basis.

(OPTIONAL) Ascend the Amer Fort on an elephant's back on twin sharing basis and descend the fort by Jeep. This magnificent fort was constructed in red sand-stone and marble by Raja Man Singh and is divided into four sections each with a courtyard. The main entrance gate is Surajpol having a fascinating architecture. Near the Ganesh Gate, there is a temple dedicated to the Goddess Sila Devi. The Diwan-e-Aam - Hall of public audience, Diwan-e-Khas - hall of private audience, Sheesh Mahal - palace of mirrors and Sukh Niwas are quite beautiful. At the he Sukh Niwas, a pleasant climate is created by winds that blow over a water cascade.

Afternoon visit Maharaja City Palace, a royal palace with seven story as well as Jantar Mantar, the observatory. This wonderful observatory is attracted by mathematician as well as astronomers of whole world. City palace is perfect blend of all three excellent styles (Mughal, Rajput and European). Another palace, Hawa Mahal is popular all over the world for it magnificent architecture. A tour of Jaipur is not complete without shopping. Jaipur is famous for clothes, carpets, precious and semi-precious stones and jewelry and various handicrafts made of wood, metals, etc. and also for silk paintings and miniatures.

Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel and then drive to Karauli

Karauli - A quaint place in Rajasthan covered with hills and ravines, whole Karauli had been built like a fortress with red sandstone. The district of Karauli is famous for its pale red stone architecture and boasts of various magnificent monuments like the City Palace, Timangarh Fort, Kaila Devi Temple, Madan Mohan Ji Temple, Mahavir Jain Temple and many other historic structures. Also the wildlife sanctuary is famous for its birds and deer population.

Arrive Karauli and transfer to Hotel

Afternoon enjoy the activities (OPTIONAL WITH EXTRA COST) provided by the hotel

In the afternoon walk or go by camel cart to see the 500 years old village where one can see local handicraft shops like lacquer work, bangle making, wooden toys, bamboo items, traditional sweets etc being made.

Then go to see stoneworks famous all over the world especially in Pakistan and other neighboring countries.

Before returning to the hotel visit local market (Haat Bazar) , some ancient temples and organic farming on the way (Time Duration = 4 to 5 hours.)

Overnight at Hotel in Karauli

Breakfast at Hotel check out and drive towards Agra en route FatehpurSikri. It is built in the 16th century by Emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri holds exceptional testimony to Mughal civilization and is one of the well-known UNESCO World heritage sites of India and has various historical monuments. You will visit the Jama Masjid, followed by the Tomb of Salim Chishti, the five storied Panch Mahal and Buland Darwaza a graceful monument and stupendous piece of beautiful architecture. It is central portico with a total of three arched entrances and is locally known as Horseshoe gate. You will visit the other graceful buildings of this place such as Ibadat Khana, Mariam-uz-Zamani’s palace, Naubat Khana and Birbal’s house.

Continue the drive towards Agra

Agra, the former capital of Hindustan is a city on the banks of the river Yamuna. Agra is a major tourist destination of India and a part of the Golden Triangle Tour along with Delhi and Jaipur. Agra also known as Akbarabad went through its peak during the time of Mughals and was the capital of the Mughal rulers Akbar, Jahangir and Shahjehan.

Arrive Agra, and transfer to Hotel

Overnight at the Hotel in Agra.

Breakfast at Hotel. Check out and proceed to visit Taj Mahal, one of the wonders of the world. This beautiful building is elegantly built with white marble by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between the years 1631 to 1648 and it was built in the memory of his favorite beloved Queen Mumtaz Mahal. Standing majestically on the banks of Yamuna River, this breathtaking, immensely beautiful monument is a synonymous to romance and love.

Then visit Agra Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its architectural structure and was built in the 16th century during the Mughal Empire. This place comprises of several fairy-tale palaces like Khas Mahal and Jahangir Palace. Over here you will also get a chance to see Diwan-e-Aam and Diwan-e-Khas, which are also known as private audience hall and public audience hall. Agra is famous for inlaid marble work and handicrafts.

TAJ MAHAL REMAINS CLOSED ON FRIDAYS.

After the sightseeing driven to Delhi and transferred to the airport in time to connect the flight for onward journey

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