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Amritsar & Golden Triangle Delhi – Amritsar - Agra – Ranthambhore National Park - Jaipur – Onward Destination07 Nights / 08 Days Highlights
Day 01 Arrive in Delhi Delhi stands as the capital of Modern India. Here you can see the mingling of the Old and New India, the ancient and the modern. Delhi is made up of seven ancient cities, spanning the period from the 11th to 20th centuries. Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many emperors, which have left behind a plethora of monuments that commemorate the grandeur and glory of bygone ages. Very few cities in the world can express such a profusion of architectural styles.
Afternoon tour of Old Delhi Old Delhi was an ancient walled city. 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. Here you will see Red Fort also visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi. Overnight stay Day 03 Delhi –Amritsar – Delhi Today early transfer to New Delhi station to board the Shatabdi express at 07.00 hrs. Breakfast on board. Arrive Amritsar at 12.45 hrs upon arrival city tour. Amritsar is just about an idol place to make a base for visits to rural Punjab & have an idea of the way of life of the state, which is perhaps the most prosperous in India & produces almost half of the century’ s food grain
An important event in India’s freedom struggle was the massacre of around 700-800 unsuspecting people at Amritsar’s Jallianwala Bagh, under the orders of the infamous British General Dyer. The massacre took place on April 13, 1919. All around the world, includingLenin & British leaders like Asquith & Winston Churchill, condemned the event. It may be mentioned that the Jallianwala Bagh tragedy was one of the most horrifying & important incident that instigated the Indians on the decisive track against British dominion.A Martyrs Memorial has been erected at the site amidst landscape grounds. The Martyrs Gallery houses portraits of national leaders & paintings depicting the fateful day. Evening board the Shatabdi express at 17.00 hrs dinner on board. Arrive Delhi at 22.00 hrs.Overnight stay. Day 05 Delhi - Agra 200 kms /4-½ hrs After breakfast drive to Agra - at the time of the Mughal, in the 16th & 17th centuries, Agra was the capital of the grand Mughal Empire. Today afternoon visit the Agra Fort – built by the great Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D., the fort is a masterpiece of design and construction. Within the fort are a number of exquisite buildings, including the Moti Masjid, Diwane-I-Am, Diwane-I-Khas and Musamman Burj, where the Emperor Shah Jahan died in imprisonment, besides Jahangir’s Palace, Khaas Mahal and the Sheesh Mahal. Also Visit to Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Empress Noor Jehan in the memory of Her Father. Enjoy the Magnificent Taj Mahal – The Monument of Love in the warm glow of Sunset, which was built in 1630 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. The design and construction is said to be that of the legendary architect, Ustad Ahamad Lahori. Overnight stay.
In the way you will visit Fatehpur Sikri - the deserted red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. Ponder the mysterious desertion of this capital city that was dramatically abandoned a few years after it was built. It was a veritable fairy tale city and its 'ruins' are still in a pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur of Shah Jehan, mastermind of the unforgettable Taj Mahal Ranthambore National Park: Rajasthan first project Tiger reserve spread over in an area of 392 sq. kms and named after a 1000 year old fort which stands in the park. This is the stat’s most well known tiger reserve under Project Tiger. Home of an expansive variety of other animals in its area, one can spot sambhar, cheetal, wild boar, leopard, sloth bear, jackal, hyena among others. Artificial lakes, dense forests and the shield of the Aravallis have helped to make this park very impressive and interesting. Overnight stay. Day 07 Ranthambhore -Jaipur 175 Kms / 3-½ hrs Game viewing for 3 hrs deep into the Jungle. After breakfast drive to Jaipur – the pink city. Jaipur - once the capital of Rajasthan province, the abode of Rajasthan. Everywhere you will see the monuments of its Rajput rulers. It has the distinction of being a well planned and laid out city. As you drive through the old part of town, you will witness a life most unlike others. Witness how the city blooms during the day in a kaleidoscope of color and sound. Jaipur is one of the main centers for shopping in India -- especially with regard to textiles, jewellery, stones carpets, etc. upon arrival check-in hotel. Afternoon visit the city palace museum where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal art. The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, an armory of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Also visit the awe inspiring Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD). Also included is a photo visit at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a five storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires. Overnight stay.
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