Mumbai with Jaipur Tour (08 Days)
New Delhi | Agra | Fatehpur Sikri | Jaipur | Mumbai
Day 01 : Arrive New Delhi

Arrive
New Delhi airport & transfer to hotel. Delhi - An international
metropolis with excellent tourist spots, recreational facilities, and a
history that goes back to antiquity. It offers a multitude of interesting
places and attractions to the visitor. Later proceed on sightseeing tour of
Delhi. Visit Red Fort - The Red Fort with red sandstone walls, popularly
known as the Lal Qila extends for two kms and varies in height from 18
metres on the river side to 33 metres on the city side. India Gate - At the
center of New Delhi stands the 42m high India Gate, an "Arc-de-Triomphe"
like Archway in the middle of a crossroad. Almost similar to its French
counterpart war memorial. Qutab Minar - Among all the monuments in Delhi,
perhaps this is the most famous. 15 kms south of Delhi, stands the soaring
tower of victory, the Qutab Minar. The buildings in this complex, date from
the onset of Muslim rule in India. Jama Masjid - Jama Masjid or the Jami
Masjid was built by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, between 1644 and 1658
and is the final architectural piece built by him. Situated in the ancient
town of Old Delhi, this pride of the Mughals was built by five thousand
artisans & Chandi Chowk. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 02 : Drive Delhi - Agra (203 kms)
Early today drive to Agra - In Uttar Pradesh. Located about 204 km south of
Delhi in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Agra is one of the most famous
tourist spots of the country. The city, situated on the west bank of river
the Yamuna, is known world over as home to a wonder of the world, Taj Mahal.
Late afternoon arrive & check in. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight
stay in Agra.
Day 03 : City Tour
By sunrise visit the world famous Taj Mahal (closed on Fri's) - one of the
seven wonders of the world, a mausoleum built by Emperor Shahjahan in memory
of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Return to hotel for breakfast. Later
proceed for visit to Agra Fort - The high red sandstone ramparts of this
great monument stretch for almost 2.5 km, dominating a bend in the river
Yamuna, northwest of the Taj Mahal. The foundation of this majestic citadel
was laid by the Emperor Akbar, and it developed as a stronghold of the
Mughal Empire under successive generations. Evening is free for shopping
activities. Overnight stay in Agra.
Day 04 : Drive Agra - Jaipur (240 kms)

Early
breakfast drive to Jaipur - The city of Jaipur is capital to the northern
Indian state of Rajasthan, famous for its colorful culture, forts, palaces,
and lakes. The city is mirror to every thing that Rajasthan signifies, be
its culture, tradition, society, and, most important, the people. The old
city of Jaipur has neat and broadly laid-out avenues, all painted pink, and
that gives a magical glow to the city, especially in the evenings. Enroute
visit Fatehpur Sikri - 40 kms from Agra, the city of Fatehpur Sikri served
as the capital of the Mughal empire between 1570 and 1586 during Akbar's
reign. Arrive & check in. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay in
Jaipur.
Day 05 : City Tour
Today proceed for half day excursion to Amber Fort : 11 kms north of Jaipur
is the ancient capital. The fort is superb example of Rajput architecture,
stunningly situated on a hall side overlooking a lake. Here you have the
opportunity to ascend the fort on Elephant's back (depending on
availability) alternately by jeeps. Later proceed on city tour. Jaipur
offers a plethora of touristic attractions to the traveller visiting Hawa
Mahal (Palace of Winds) - Constructed in 1799 is one of the major landmarks
in Jaipur. This 5 storey building overlooking the main street is a stunning
example of Rajput artistry, with pink delicately honeycombed sandstone
windows. It was built to enable ladies of the royal house to watch the
everyday life & processions of the city. City Palace : In the heart of
the old city, it occupies divided into series of courtyards, gardens &
buildings. The Palace is a blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture.
Jantar Mantar : Next to the entrance to the City Palace. An observatory
begun by Jai Singh in 1728. His passion for astronomy was even notable than
his prowess as a warrior. Evening is free to relax / shopping. Overnight
stay at Jaipur.
Day 06 : Fly Jaipur - Mumbai

Today
transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai - India's finance centre, the
economic powerhouse of the nation & the heart of Hindi film industry "
Bollywood ". The islands that now form Mumbai were first home to fisher
folk as far back as the 2nd century. The Portuguese did little to develop,
the British government took possession in 1665 & leased for 03 yrs to
East India Company. Arrive & transfer to hotel. Rest of the day is free
to relax / explore the city on own. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day 07 : City Tour
Today after breakfast proceed on a half day city tour, visit the Prince of
Wales Museum built in grand Indo Saracenic style, Gateway of India, drive
past Marine Drive, Mumbai's most popular seaside promenade, and see the
Kamla Nehru Park and Hanging Gardens on the slopes of the Malabar hills,
offering a nice view of the marine lines and the Chowpatty beach. Visit the
Jain temple, Mani Bhawan where Mahatma Gandhi used to stay, and the Dhobi
Ghat. Also, drive past the Flora Fountain, the colourful Crawford Market and
Victoria Terminus train station. Evening is free for your own. Overnight
stay in Mumbai.
Day 08 : Departure
Today transfer to Mumbai airport for your flight to onward destination.
End of a memorable tour !!!
Tariff Chart :
| Destination |
Standard Hotels |
Tour cost per person
Validity : May to Sep 2008
Request for rates valid Oct 2008 onwards |
US $ 650
(twin sharing) |
| New Delhi |
Central Plaza |
| Agra |
Howard Park Plaza |
| Jaipur |
Om Tower |
| Mumbai |
Suba Palace |
Package Includes :
- Accommodation for 08 days / 07 nights in well appointed double room
- Daily breakfast at all hotels on tour
- Transportation by air conditioned Tata Indica car as per itinerary
- Services of local English speaking guide during sightseeing tour
- Elephant / Jeep ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
- Driver allowances, fuel, parking interstate permits, toll charges &
Govt taxes
Package Excludes :
- Any air / train fare to destination on tour
- Meals other then specified
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Items of personal nature viz, laundry, tele con, mineral water,
insurance, etc.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under package includes section