Tiger and Taj Mahal

9 Days

Group: 10 - 50 People

India

Best Season: Oct - March

HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Rickshaw ride in the crowded lanes of Chandni Chowk.

  • Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

  • Rajghat-Mahatma Gandhi memorial

  • Visit the largest mosque of India - Jama Masjid

  • Visit the symbol of love - Taj Mahal

  • Majestic Amber Fort.

  • Game viewing at Ranthambore National Park

ITINERARY:
  • Day 1: Departure
    Depart from home country.
  • Day 2: Delhi
    Arrive at the International Airport where you will be warmly received by our representative. You will then be transferred to the hotel. Later, we do sightseeing of Old Delhi. This part of Delhi has an old-world charm to it, with narrow lanes dotted with shops selling almost everything. In these lanes, we take a rickshaw ride, which is an amusing and different experience. We also visit the largest mosque of India, Jama Masjid, also known as the Friday Mosque. It can accommodate about 25,000 people. On our way back, we drive by India Gate, Parliament House and President's Estate.

    Overnight in hotel.
  • Day 3 - Delhi / Jaipur
    We drive 260 km / 6 hrs to the Pink City of Jaipur, which is called so because of the pink paint applied to the walls of the Old City. Afternoon is free for relaxation.

    Overnight in hotel.
  • Day 4 - Jaipur
    Today, we do sightseeing of the Pink City, which is covered with fascinating architecture and history. In the morning, we do an excursion to the breathtaking Amber Fort on Jeep. Former capital of the Jaipur state, the Fort is an ethereal example of Rajput architecture. The magnificent fort was built in the 16th century and shows a mesmerizing blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Later, we visit other wonders of Jaipur such as the honeycombed Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), the Royal Observatory - Jantar Mantar and the beautiful City Palace.

    Overnight in hotel.
  • Day 5 - Jaipur / Ranthambore National Park
    In the morning, we drive 160 km / 5 hrs to Sawai Madhopur. We have the afternoon free to relax.

    Overnight in hotel.
  • Day 6 - Ranthambore National Park
    In the morning, we take a Safari in the Ranthambore National Park. We have a chance of spotting the elusive tiger due to scanty vegetation. We also see other wildlife around, along with numerous species of birds. We go back to the hotel to relax. In the afternoon, we do the Safari again. In case, we missed the tiger by a few seconds in the morning, we have another chance of seeing it here.

    Overnight in hotel.
  • Day 7 - Ranthambore National Park / Fatehpur Sikri / Agra
    We drive 280 km / 8 hrs to the land of Taj Mahal - Agra. En route, we visit the once capital of Mughal Empire - Fatehpur Sikri. Later, we drive 40 km / 1 hr to Agra. Afternoon free to relax.

    Overnight in hotel.
  • Day 8 - Agra
    We visit the Taj Mahal today. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and is an eternal symbol of love. This majestic white structure still continues to awestruck many. Later, we also do the sightseeing of Agra Fort - a majestic sandstone structure. The Fort was earlier the residence of the Mughal dynasty and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    NOTE: The Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays.

    Overnight in hotel.
  • Day 9 - Agra / Delhi / Departure
    We bring this wonderful and beautiful journey to a closure and drive 220 km / 5 hrs to Delhi. After freshening up and relaxing for some hours, we transfer you to the airport for your journey back home, with the hope that you take with you warm memories.