India: Golden Triangle of the North (IE-01)

(From/To Delhi)

Let all the glitter of emeralds, pearls, rubies and diamonds disappear like a fading rainbow. But let this one solitary tear pearl remain glistening on the cheek of time:thiswhite,splendid Taj Mahal                            Rabindranath Tagore

This "touch of India" represents the most picturesque and interesting sightseeing spots of North India. Today the busy and bustling capital Delhi is a mix of medieval and modern buildings as well as sky scrapers. The magic of the world famous Taj Mahal awaits you in Agra, a dream is in white marble and of many visitor, foreigner and Indians alike.Jaipur, capital of the Union State of Rajasthan, is a flourishing place in the trade with diamonds and precious stones.  The centre of the city is dominated by the huge City Palace, pink in colour. The legendary Fort Amber, the old capital with its bastions and palatial complex takes you back in to the era of Maharajas. In the enchanting area of Shekhavati you admire local houses with beautiful frescoes on the inner and outer facades of the mansions.

Day 1: to Delhi: Flight to Delhi, capital of the vast state of India. Arrival around midnight. Transfer to Hotel.   Day 2: Delhi: Sightseeing of Red Fort, Friday Mosque, Raj Ghat, Humayun’s Tomb and India Gate with the government buildings in New Delhi. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 3: Delhi – Agra: Travel on board the Shatabti-Express, (chair car, air-condition, departure 06.00 hrs, arrival 08.00 hrs in Agra) to the erstwhile mughal capital of Agra. Visit the world famous Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, tomb of Itimad-ud Daulah as well as Sikandra with the tomb of Emperor Akbar. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 4: Agra – F. Sikri - Jaipur: Drive to Jaipur. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, Moghul Emperor Akbars deserted capital made of pure pink sand stone with the famous tomb of the holy saint Chisti and the bombastic Buland Darwasa (Gate of Victory). Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, well-known as "Pink City"ever since the visit of King Edward VII. All streets in the city centre are built rectangular according to and old Indian architecture book. Overnight in Hotel.   Day 5: Jaipur: Visit the old capital Amber, a fortified palace. Experience the glory of the Rajput court, its gardens and glittering palace rooms. Sightseeing of the royal City Palace and museum - until today a half of the palace buildings constitute the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur, observatory (Jantar Mantar) and the famous Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Overnight in a Hotel.

Day 6: Jaipur – Shekhawati: Move to the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. The business community of the Marwaris earned considerable profits when this place was on the caravan routes. They invested the money in erected beautiful mansions and buildings and decorated them with frescoes on the inner and external facades, depicting the local life of yesteryears. Overnight in a Heritage Hotel.

Day 7: Shekhawati - Delhi: Check-out by 12.00 noon. Transfer to Delhi airport to connect your return flight or continuation of your program.

Golden Triangle of the North   7 days from/to Delhi Tourcode: IE 01 Category Superior Deluxe Luxury Price per person in INR sharing a double room               01.10.08 - 14.12.08   49,500 50,810  105,885  15.12.08 - 05.01.09     Prices on request as peak season 06.01.09 - 30.04.09  49,500 50,810  105,885 01.05.09 - 31.08.09  40,250 48,768  86,830 01.09.09 - 30.09.09 43,375 54,394 94,580

Category Place Superior Deluxe Luxury Delhi Maidens Hotel Taj palace The Imperial Agra Mansingh Palace The Gateway Hotel(Taj View) Oberoi Amarvilas Jaipur Alsisar Haveli Jai Mahal Palace Rambagh Palace Shekhavati Mandawa Castle Mandawa Castle Mandawa Castle

Minimum participants: 02, Program modifications and group prices on request Our prices include: 6 overnights with breakfast in the mentioned hotels or similar, transfers, round trip in passenger car with air-condition, train ride Delhi - Agra, English speaking local tourist guides for the sightseeing, excursions, entrance fees as per program. Our prices do not include: Flights to India and back, domestic flights in India, airport taxes, landing and security duties as well as duties on departure, visa for India, travel insurance, health insurance etc., lunch and dinner, beverages, camera/video film fees, tips, personal expenses, compulsory Christmas and New Years Eve dinners. Travel documents: To visit India every traveller needs a visa and a valid passport, valid 6 months beyond the date of return journey. We recommend a travel and a health insurance.