Day
01. Flight to India (Delhi)Arrive Delhi by International
flight. You will be met on arrival by Exotique Representative and
transferred to the hotel for Overnight stay.
Day
02. In DelhiThis morning is at leisure. Afternoon
sightseeing in Old Delhi. We take a Riksha Ride parallel to the Red
Fort through the old city and famous Silk Road and Silver Bazaar.
Sightseeing of Old Delhi includes also the site where Mahatma Gandhi
was cremated; Jama Masjid and the great mosque of old Delhi. Today
We also visit the famous "Humayun's Tomb" which is the
first substantial example of Mughal architecture in India and Qutab
Minar, which is 71 meter high and was constructed in 1199.Before we
proceed to the Hotel we have a drive through New Delhi where we see
the India Gate, Government Buildings and Embassy areas.
Day
03. Delhi - Sariska (180 km)Today we leave the capital and
drive to Sariska - situated in the northern part of Aravali hills.
Sariska has an area above 479 sq2. We take a Jeep ride to watch the
activities of Sambars, Chitals, Nilgais, Chausinghas, Jackals, Wild
boars, langurs etc.
Day 04. Sariska - Jaipur (130 km)Today
we drive to Jaipur - this city owes its name, foundations and
careful planning to the great warrior and astronomer, Maharaja Sawai
Jai Singh II. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and famous for its
handicrafts and precious and semiprecious stones. In the afternoon
we visit the city palace which is still the formal residence of the
royal family, built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal
architecture. In the museum of the city palace we visit the private
collection of the Jaipur Mahrajas. We continue to Jantar Mantar, a
stone observatory, the largest of Jai Singh's five remarkable
observatories. Its complex instruments reveals us the secrets of
medieval Indian astronomy.
Day 05. JaipurAfter
breakfast we drive to the ancient capital of Amber, laying 11 km.
away from Jaipur. Amber was the ancient capital of Kachhawaha
dynasty for 6 centuries before it was moved to newly created Jaipur.
We will ascend to the Palace Fortress on the back of an Elephant.
Enroute to Amber we visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds),
built in 1799 AD, it contains 953 small casements with each having
its own balcony. The windows enabled cool air to circulate and the
ladies to watch processions below without being seen. In the
afternoon we have a walk through the colourful Bazaar of Jaipur and
visit a factory to see the famous block printing work being done
since centuries in Jaipur.
Day 06. Jaipur Sawai
Madhopur (200 km)Today we leave the pinkcity Jaipur and
drive to Sawai Madhopur. After a break & refreshment in Sawai
Madhopur, we will explore the Ranthambore National park on a Jeep.
Ranthambore National Park is surrounded by the Vindhyas and the
Aravali mountains and covers an area of 392 sq2. The Tiger remains
the biggest attraction of the Ranthambore National Park.
Day
07. Ranthambore Bharatpur-Agra ( 250 km)In the early
morning we again explore the park on jeeps. After the Jeep Safari
drive through a series of fields, small towns and villages to
Bharatpur. Visit the Bird Sanctury. Later leave for Agra . Enroute
we make a stop and visit Fatehpur Sikri, which was once an imperial
capital frozen in time, constructed by Akbar the Great in the 16th
century. This wonderful city constructed by red sand stones was
abandoned as abruptly as it had been built. It has been generally
stated that it was due to failing in the water supply. Late evening
arrival in Agra. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 08.
Agra - DelhiWe start today our sightseeing by a visit to
the world famous Taj Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a
continually fulfilling beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor
Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to his beloved
wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the Palace), who died at the age of 39
giving birth to her 14th child. We spend enough time at Taj Mahal to
take this impressive memory home. After the visit of Taj Mahal we
have a look at the famous fine marble inlay work which is still
being done in Agra by the descendants of the families of builders
and artists of the Taj Mahal. Later visit the Agra Fort, built by
three of the greatest Mughal emperors. The construction of this
massive structure began in 1565 under Akbar's reign and continued
till the time of his grandson's reign, Shahjahan who built the
impressive imperial quarters and mosque. After the visit of Agra
Fort we proceed to Delhi. Arrival in Delhi late in the evening and
check in at the hotel.
Day 09. Delhi - CorbettAfter
the breakfast we drive to Corbett National Park. Rest of the day at
leisure.
Day 10. CorbettFull day visit of
Corbett National Park.
Day 11. Corbett DelhiAfter
breakfast drive to Delhi. Arrive and check in at the hotel. Rest of
the day free. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 Delhi -
SrinagarTransfer to the airport in time to connect flight
for Srinagar. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to
House Boats. Evening Shikara ride on Dal Lake. Overnight at the
house boat.
Day 13. In SrinagarMorning visit
Moghul Gardens. Rest of the day free to explore the city on your
own. Overnight at the house boat.
Day 14. Srinagar -
DelhiTransfer to the airport in time to connect flight for
Delhi. In Delhi transfer from Domestic to International airport to
connect your onward flight.