You will arrive at New Delhi’s International Airport. Following customs, immigration formalities and baggage collection, a YATRA representative will meet you as you EXIT the ARRIVALS TERMINAL building after which you would be transferred to your hotel (NORMAL CHECK – IN 1200 NOON) India’s capital and a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds - the ancient with the modern. Amidst the fast spiraling skyscrapers the remnants of a bygone time in the form of its many monuments stand as silent reminders to the region’s ancient legacy. The first impressions for any visitor traveling in from the airport are of a specious, garden city, tree-lined with a number of beautiful parks. Later day at free (No Guide / No Vehicle) Overnight stay at the hotel and prepare to embark on the next day's Delhi sightseeing tour. Read more

Delhi

Breakfast at hotel and proceed for the city tour of Old & New Delhi You will first visit Old Delhi. The Dehli sightseeing tour will begin with a visit to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; drive past the Red Fort continuing to the Jama Masjid one of Asia’s largest mosques the magnificent Red Fort, overlooking the river Jamuna was built during the years 1638 - 48 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. The tour continues to Jama Masjid, one of Asia’s largest mosques and which is viewed from the outside. Rickshaw ride at Old Delhi After visiting Old Delhi, you will embark on a New Delhi sightseeing tour, which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition where one will be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets, colours and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st century standards. The Imperial Delhi sightseeing tour will include a visit to the Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in India. Qutub-ud-din Aibak started it in 1199. Pulling down 27 Hindu and Jain temples and using their columns erected the attached Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque also built by him. The Imperial Delhi sightseeing tour also includes visit to Lotus Temple (Closed on Monday) and a drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, the President’s residence. Overnight stay at hotel Read more

Delhi

Breakfast at hotel and after the impressive Delhi sightseeing tour drive to Agra (approx 210 Kms / 05 hrs). Agra in terms of ambiance is still associated with its Mughal period. The Mughals besides being great rulers were also great builders and they preserved their best architectural wonders for Agra & its neighbourhood. It has many wonderful monuments and the Taj Mahal, the greatest of them all, is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture at its best. The massive but elegant Agra Fort, the delicate artistry of Itimad-ud-daulah’s tomb, the magnificent Taj and Akbar’s deserted capital, Fatehpur Sikri, are each unique and outstanding. Upon arrival check in at hotel and later sightseeing tour of Agra City included Agra Fort Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture. Agra Fort - the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. This was the seat of Mughal rule and administration and the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River. Shah Jehan added the impressive quarters and the mosque while Aurangzeb added the outer ramparts. Visit its Hall of Public Audience and its Royal Pavilions. Overnight at hotel and prepare for to visit Taj Mahal the next day. Read more

Agra

Breakfast and hotel and then head to visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday) is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid-17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding. If you visit Taj Mahal you will have ample time to view and be mesmerized by this outstanding piece of architecture. After you visit Taj Mahal, drive later to Jaipur (approx 2350 Kms / 05 hrs) en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in gratitude of Muslim saint Sheikh Salim Chishti. During 1564 A.D. The emperor seeked the blessing of Seikh Salim Chisti for a son. When his son was finally born, he constructed his capital city, an architectural epic in red sandstone. and named it Fatehpur Sikri. The city was later abandoned due to shortage of water and unrest in the north-west. The architectural fusion depicted in the buildings has made it one of the most revered tourist attractions. The beautiful marble tomb of saint still attracts thousands who seek blessings. Continue drive to embark on the Jaipur tour Jaipur – The city is located at a distance of around 258 km from Delhi and 232 km from Agra, making it a part of the famed Golden Triangle tourist circuit of North India. Jaipur got its name from its founder Sawai Jai Singh (1693-1743), who had the vision to create a meticulously planned city as his capital. All the houses in the old city are painted pink, including the famous Hawa Mahal, thereby giving the city its alternative name, the Pink City. On arrival proceed for check-in at your hotel. Overnight at hotel Read more

Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel and drive just outside Jaipur to the ancient capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar’s most successful General, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amber was the seat of power. The fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Moat Lake. An elephant (or Jeep) will spare you the trouble of reaching up to the fortress (Elephant ride is subject to availability) once on top, stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamplight is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room. While driving back to your hotel you will stop and see the `Palace of Winds’, otherwise known as Hawa Mahal. It is really an elaborate facade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on in the street below. It is extremely intricate in its pink sandstone carving. The cool wind blows through its facade of windows and latticed screens through which the queens of the court once viewed the streets of the city. Afternoon you will set off to visit the city and discover it in a full Jaipur tour. Among the highlights to be seen while being on this Jaipur tour adventure include the City Palace, which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armoury, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur, built in 1726 and is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day. Overnight stay at the hotel Read more

Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel and in time transfer to Jaipur airport to board the flight for Mumbai After the impressive Jaipur tour, head to Mumbai (formerly called Bombay), an archipelago of seven islands. Artifacts found that these islands had been inhabited since the Stone Age & documented evidence of human habitation dates back to 250 BC. In the 3rd century BC, the islands formed part of the Maurya Empire. In 1534, Portuguese appropriated islands from king of Gujarat later ceded to Charles II of England in 1661, as dowry for Catherine de Braganza. These islands were in turn leased to the British East India Company in 1668. Upon arrival transfer to hotel and later day at free Overnight stay at the hotel Read more

Mumbai

Breakfast at hotel and half day city tour of Mumbai visiting Mani Bhavan, the house where Mahatma Gandhi used to stay during his visits to Bombay which is now a Museum displaying photographs, letters, and personal items used by him. Visit the Prince of Wales Museum and the Jain Temple. Drive past the “Towers of Silence”, Kamla Nehru Park and Hanging Gardens situated on the slope of Malabar Hill offering a panoramic view of Marine Drive and Chowpatty Beach. Drive through Crawford market, Marine Drive and commemorate the visit of King George V. Afternoon day at free Overnight stay at the hotel Read more

Mumbai

Breakfast at hotel and later day at free (No Guide / No Vehicle) Overnight stay at the hotel

Mumbai

Breakfast at hotel and later in time transfer to Mumbai airport to board the flight for onward journey