Golden Triangle with Pushkar

Duration : 06 Nights - 07 Days
Itinerary at a Glance : Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Pushkar – Delhi

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Introduction - Golden Square Tour
The essence of all Golden Triangle and Rajasthan tour packages in India keeps you in a relaxed mood according to your comfort level and sticks to the three big cities of the Northern India ­ Delhi, Agra and Jaipur with the accompaniments of another historic cities. This is the world famous tours and always has been first choice for all travelers visiting India first time. 

Day 01: DELHI
On arrival at Indira Gandhi International airport, meet & greet by our representative & transfer to Hotel.  Overnight at hotel.
New Delhi:  The capital and the third largest city of India is a fusion of the ancient and the modern. Standing along the West End of Gangetic Plain, the capital city, Delhi, unwinds a picture, rich with cultural & architectural diversity, deep in history, monuments, museums, galleries, gardens and exotic shows. Comprising of two contrasting yet harmonious parts, the Old Delhi and New Delhi, this city is a travel hub of Northern India.
Delhi is a palimpsest, bearing the complexities, the contradictions, the beauty and the dynamism of a city where the past coexists with the present. Many dynasties ruled from here and the city is rich in the architecture of its monuments. Diverse cultural elements absorbed into the daily life of the city have enriched its character.

Day 02: DELHI
After breakfast proceed for full day city tour of old & New Delhi, drive past Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj   Ghats, Lotus Temple, Laxmi Narayan    Mandir, India    Gate, Humayun Tomb, President   House and Qutub Minar. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: DELHI – AGRA
After breakfast at hotel drive to Agra (04 hrs drive), arrive & check into hotel.
Afternoon move out for the sight seeing tour to the magnificent Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Taj Mahal of India - "the epitome of love", "a monument of immeasurable beauty". The beauty of this magnificent monument is such that it is beyond the scope of words. The thoughts that come into the mind while watching the Taj Mahal of Agra is not just its phenomenal beauty, but the immense love which was the reason behind its construction. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan got this monument constructed in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, with whom he fell in love at the first sight. The very first sight of the Taj Mahal, the epitome of love and romance leaves one mesmerized.
Agra Fort - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone.  Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction. It lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. Akbar built it 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.Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: AGRA – JAIPUR
In the morning leave for Jaipur (06 hrs drive) enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, 37 km west of Agra. Jalal-ud-din-Muhammad Akbar, Humanyun's son, accessed the throne at the tender age of 14. While hunting around Sikri his curiosity was aroused by the songs of some minstrels about the celebrated Khwaja -Mu'inu'd-din Chisti, the founder of the Chisti order of SUFIS. Akbar, who was without a child heard about Saint Salim Chisti and visited him in the year 1568. The saint blessed him with 3 sons and in gratitude Akbar ordered the great mosque of Fatehpur Sikri built under his supervision. As a mark of respect to the saint, Akbar shifted his capital to Fatehpur Sikri and built various secular buildings like the Diwan-E-Aam, Diwan-E-Khas, Jodhabai palace, Birbal's house, Marian's house and the Panchmahal. Arrive & check in to the hotel. Evening to shop around the illuminated old markets of this lovely city. Overnight at hotel.
Jaipur: Jaipur is the first planned city of India, located in the desert lands of Rajasthan. The city that once had been the capital of the royalty, now serves as the capital city of Rajasthan. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal family. In the present date, Jaipur is the major business centre for the natives of Rajasthan with all requisites of a metropolitan city. The city of Jaipur, painted in pink, grasp the appreciation of every visitor. One can see that hoary charm still alive in the avenues of Jaipur. Jaipur is the reservoir of Indian customs, traditions, civilization and legacy.

Day 05: JAIPUR
After breakfast at hotel move out to visit Amber fort on the elephant's back.
Amber Fort is usually pronounced as Amer Fort. In 1592, construction of the Fort was started by Raja Man Singh I. However, the Amber Fort took its present form during the reign of Raja Jai Singh I.
Visit the city palace (A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture), Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), Jantar Mantar (consisting of outsized astronomical instruments).
Rest of the day at leisure.  
Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: JAIPUR – PUSHKAR
After breakfast at hotel drive to Pushkar (03 hrs drive), check in to the hotel.
Afternoon half day city tour of Pushkar includes visit to Brahma temple the biggest attraction being the temple of Lord Brahma-Lord of Creation; this is the only existing temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in India. It was constructed in 14th century and stands on a high plinth with marble steps leading up to it & Savitri Temple located on the hill behind the Brahma temple and one has to climb a long series of steps to reach the shrine. It commands a panoramic view of the beautiful lake and the picturesque surrounding villages.  Also visit Pushkar lake, believed to have been created by the falling of a lotus from the hand of Lord Brahma. It is considered to be as old as creation.
Pushkar: The 'Pilgrim City' is a picturesque town 14 kms. from Ajmer. Known for its temples and lake, the Nag Pahar (Snake Mountain), which forms a part of chain of the Aravali ranges, stands between Ajmer and Pushkar.  It is one of the most revered places for Hindus and referred as Tirth Raj' or the king among places of pilgrimage, just as Kashi (Banaras) is their 'guru' or preceptor. No pilgrimage to Badri Nath (Himalayas), Jagannath (Orissa), Rameshwaram (Tamil Nadu) and Dwarka (Gujarat), the four principal places of pilgrimage for the pilgrims bath in the sacred waters of Pushkar.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 07: PUSHKAR – DELHI
In the morning leave (09 hrs drive) for Delhi, on arrival transfer to International airport to board on flight for onward destination.

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