G.B. International ::- Indian Tours ::- Cultural Tours
Indian Flavours
08 Nights/09 DaysArrive Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Meet & Greet at the airport G. B International’s representatives & transfer to your hotel by air-conditioned vehicle. Overnight stay
Day 02 − Old & New Delhi
After Breakfast Proceed to the Old Delhi tour. Here you will see Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. The fort is Shah Jehan's symbol of power and elegance, built behind red sandstone walls. Also visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India.
In second half of the day you will visit New Delhi. Your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House & President House. You will visit the monuments Humayun' s Tomb and Qutub Minar. Overnight stay
Day 03 Delhi − Jaipur 260 kms
After breakfast drive to Jaipur – the pink city. Upon arrival check-in hotel. Jaipur - once the capital of Rajasthan province, "the abode of rajahs." Everywhere you will see the monuments of its Rajput rulers. Rest of the time is for relax. Overnight stay.
Day 04 Jaipur City Tour
After early breakfast, Journey back in time at deserted 17th century fortress of Amber Fort. 11 Kms. from Jaipur, Amber Fort is a marvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. Go up the fort on the back of a gaily-caparisoned elephant true to the style of the Maharajas of the past.
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).
Day 05 Jaipur − Agra 232 kms
After breakfast proceed to Agra. On 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.
Day 06 Taj Mahal 7 wonder of the world
Today morning 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. Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Empress Noor Jehan in the memory of Her Father.
Later visit one and only 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. Overnight stay
Day 07 Agra − Khajuraho
After breakfast transfer to station to board the Shatabdi Express train in the morning. This train experience takes 2 hrs to Jhansi station. Upon Arrival State drive to Khajuraho. Later visit to world famous Khajuraho Temples built by the Candelas Kings between 950 and 1050 AD. Also visit the Javeri temple dedicated to Vishnu. View the world famous Chandelas temples where forthright sculptures celebrate the Joy of life and love for which there is no equivalent in the world. Overnight stay
Day 08 Khajuraho − Varanasi
Fly to Varanasi − one of the oldest cities in the world. Also known as Banaras, this city has been the center of the Hindu faith for all of recorded history. Kashi, Banaras or Varanasi is the oldest living city in the History of Mankind. Upon arrival check in hotel.
Evening watch “Aarti“on the River Ganges. Overnight stay
Day 09 Varanasi − Delhi − Onward Destination
On our today sightseeing enjoy the sunrise Boat excursion on the Holy River Ganges to see the bathing Ghats and crimination sites. Afternoon fly to Delhi for connecting flight to Onward Destination / Home town.
Includes & Excludes
Accommodation- Accommodation in first class hotel with private bath and shower.
- Inclusive of all Hotel Taxes and service charges
- Daily full Breakfast at hotel restaurant
- Inclusive of Taxes.
- All transfers & sightseeing by First class Air conditioned vehicle.
- Internal flights (Economy Class) Khajuraho - Varanasi – Delhi
- Internal Rail Journey. Agra - Jhansi
- All State taxes, toll taxes & Parking Charges.
- All monument entry fees wherever applicable.
- Mineral Water & soft drink will be served during Country Side drive.
- Video & Still Camera
- Laundry
- Insurance
- Tips
- Hard drinks
- Bear
- Telephone Calls
- Expenses like Personal Nature.