Day 01   Abroad – Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, the guests will be met and transferred to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 02   Delhi – Amritsar
Morning transfer to the railway station for train to Amritsar.

Upon arrival in Amritsar, the guests will be met and transferred to the hotel.

Late afternoon proceed to Indian-Pakistan Border famously known as Wagah Border (28 km from Amritsar) to experience the “beating the retreat” ceremony when border is closed for the day after sunset.
Overnight at hotel

Day 03    Amritsar – Delhi
Morning sightseeing tour of Amritsar:

Golden Temple: During Maharaja Ranjit Singh's reign the lower half of the temple was decorated with marble while the entire upper half was inlaid with copper covered over by gold plate : hence its new name, the Golden Temple. Free kitchen and recitation of the divine word never cease here. Its four gates invite everyone from all directions.

Jallianwala Bagh: Martyrs' Memorial built in the shape of eternal flame of liberty is situated on the outskirts of Golden Temple. Here, about 1500 to 2000 persons who were attending a peaceful meeting during the freedom movement fell under the bullets of the British General Dyer, on April 13, 1919. The British Queen Elizabeth II and her husband laid a wreath at the Memorial on 14 Oct.' 1997.

Late afternoon transfer to the railway station for train to Delhi.
Upon arrival in Delhi, the guests will be met and transferred to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 04   Delhi – Agra
Morning proceed to Agra (203 kms). Upon arrival in Agra – check into the hotel.

Afternoon visit Red Fort and famous Taj Mahal.

Red Fort - lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.

Day 04    Delhi – Agra (contd.)
Taj Mahal - This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child.The central structure has four small domes surrounding the huge, central dome. Above the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan are false tombs, a common practice in Indian mausoleums. (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday).
Overnight at hotel

Day 05    Agra – Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur (221 kms), en route visit Fatehpur Sikri

Fatehpur Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza the largest gateway in the world.

Thereafter continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur – check into the hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 06    Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.

Afternoon tour of the City - "The Pink City" is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments.
Overnight at hotel

Day 07   Jaipur – Delhi
Morning drive to Delhi (260 kms). Upon arrival in Delhi – check into the hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 08    Delhi
This morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi Former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the ‘rickshaw ride’ for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through “Chandni Chowk” or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue-heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

This afternoon you will be taken to visit New Delhi drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of Qutab Minar.
Overnight at hotel

Day 09   Delhi – Abroad
Early morning transfer to the airport for flight back home.