Day 01: Arrival /
Delhi
Meeting and assistance upon arrival as our
representatives welcome you and escort you to your car.
Whilst
the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would
introduce the tour to you and hand over the documents to you.
Welcome
to India, or as we say 'atithi devo bhava' (the guest is an
incarnation of God). Thank you for giving us the opportunity to
serve you!
Overnight at Hotel
Day
02: Delhi / Agra (205 Kms)
Morning, we proceed on a guided
tour of New Delhi, Visiting such sights as Bahai Temple, Humayun's
Tomb (1586), the Qutab Minar 72 meters high and one of the most
perfect towers in the Persian world. The Iron Pillar which has
survived the vagaries of weather for over 1500 years. Continue with
a drive through Embassy area, the Government buildings (1921-1930)
and Connaught Place, the heart and main shopping district of the
capital.
Later, we cross the city and into the walled
gates of the Old city with visits to the Jamma Mosque (1650) and
drive through the fabled area of Chandni Chowk (aptly translates to
Moonlight Square) where the throngs of shoppers and vendors meet in
the oldest area of Delhi. Visit the Red Fort (1639-1648 built by
Shah Jehan the builder of the Taj Mahal in Agra) to view the inlaid
and carved Royal Chambers, on to Raj Ghat and nearby ghats where the
founder of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi and thereafter Indira Gandhi
and Rajiv Gandhi were cremated
Afternoon, we will drive to
Agra.
Upon arrival at Agra check into your Hotel
Overnight
at Hotel
Day 03: Agra / Delhi (205 Kms)
Delhi / Departure
We
are about to witness one of the greatest sights of one's lifetime -
the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Before departure for the monument we shall
be served tea/coffee and cookies so that our eyes open real wide to
behold this breathtaking sight. A dawn visit to the fabled Taj Mahal
to witness the magical effects caused by the reflections of the
changing colours of the rising Sun on this brilliant white marble
building.
Following a leisurely breakfast, we ride to the
massive Agra Fort. The elegant buildings inside reflect an
interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural
styles. Built by Emperor Akbar, the maze of the courtyards, mosques
& private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal
Empire. The Moti Masjid & other magnificent buildings reflect
the skill of the ancient Indian architects.
Aternoon we
will drive to Delhi along one of the India's finest freeways
A
Home Visit & a Farewell Dinner with an Indian Family: Upon
arrival in Delhi, we would visit an Indian family for an Indian home
experience. The evening is designed to give you a 'feel' and insight
into Indian family life as well as experience typical Indian
hospitality and home made Indian food.
Following the dinner
transfer to the International airport to board your flight back home.