Golden Triangle + Muslim Pilgrimage

 

Golden Triangle + Muslim Pilgrimage Tour- 4 Nights / 6 Days:
Destination covered: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi

Jama Masjid, DelhiJama Masjid, Delhi
Day 01: Arrival Delhi (No Meals)
Welcome on arrival at New Delhi Airport. After meet & assist services at the airport, transfer to Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel in Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi - Agra (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for city tour of Delhi visiting Jama Masjid - Raised on the highest pedestal of Delhi, Jama Masjid signifies grandeur. Built of Red-stone Jama masjid, also known as Masjid - e- Jahanuma in History, is the largest mosque in India. This was apparently the last monument erected by Shah Jahan before he was put captive by his son, Aurangjeb. The construction of the mosque began in 1650 and was completed in the year 1656. The mosque stands on a rock apparently the highest point of the southern ridge of Arravalies. This sand stone marvel has 3 intimidating double-storied gateways. Then proceed for India Gate- at the centre of the city (42 meter, high stone arch) is a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soliders who fought & died in the campaign of world war-1 & Afghan war, President House- built in 1929, once the Imperial residence of the the British Viceroys and now official residence of the President of Indian Republic, Parliament House – this circular shaped building houses the two houses of Parliament- The Lok Sabha (lower) & Rajya Sabha (Upper). Its domed central hall is 90 feet in diameter. Lunch will be at nice city restaurant. Then drive to Agra (205 kms, 4:30 hrs.). On arrival check-in at hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 03: Agra - Jaipur (B/L/D)

Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for the sightseeing of Agra city first visiting one of the world's most popular monument – Taj Mahal (it is closed on every Friday) built by Mughal Emperor Shah- Jehan for his Empress Mumtaj Mahal. The construction believed to

HawaMahal JaipurMoti Masjid, Agra

have taken 22 years to complete with over 20,000 craftmen working round the clock. Now proceed for sightseeing tour of magnificent Agra Fort- built at the bank of Yamuna river, is situated in the center of the town. Various styles of the architecture are evident within the fort & demonstrate the love of Mughal Emperors towards building beautiful monuments. Jama Masjid, Agra- Opposite the fort and overlooking Agra Fort railway station, the Jami Masjid or "Friday Mosque" was built by Shah Jahan in 1648 and dedicated to his favourite daughter, Jahanara Begum. Standing on a high plinth approached by stairs, and with five arched entrances to the courtyard, the mosque is crowned by three large sandstone domes distinguished by their zigzag bands of marble. Lunch at hotel.

Then will drive toward Jaipur (235kms, 5:30 Hrs.) En route visit Fatehpur Sikri- 37 kms from Agra. The deserted city of sandstone built by the Emperor. The city is rectangular in shape with nine huge gates & inside there are palaces, meeting halls (public/ private audiences), huge courtyards Tomb of Khwaza Salim Chisti - was a Sufi saint of the Chisti order in 16th century India. The saint used to reside in the then dusty village of Sikri. It is said that Khwaza Salim Chisti blessed Emperor Akbar with a son. The son was named Salim in reverence of the saint, who in the course of history came to be known as Emperor Jahangir Jahandar. Akbar later ordered the commissioning of the city of Fatehpur Sikri that had to be built out of the twin villages of Fatehpur and Sikri. The continue drive toward Jaipur. On arrival, check-in at hotel. Dinner and Overnight in hotel.

Day 04: At Jaipur (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing visiting Amer Fort - 11 Kms from Jaipur is Amber, the ancient capital of Jaipur state construction of the Fort Palace was constructed in 1652 by Raja Mansingh and it was later extended & completed by the Jai Singh before the move to Jaipur. Enjoy elephant ride while climbing up to the Amer Fort..Then proceed to near Mosque for Prayer and then will back hotel for lunch. Afternoon visit Hawa Mahal (Palaces of the Wind)- a beautiful pink colour building having many small windows from where the Royal Ladies watched the annual procession of kingdom. The tourist can take photograph from outside only. Afternoon visit Then visit City Palace- was the principle residence of the former ruling family and is known for its stunning architecture. It also includes museum, courtyards, and gardens.

Amer Fort, JaipurAmer Fort, Jaipur

Evening free time for shopping. Jaipur is a city of vibrant colors and markets (bazaars) of Jaipur verify this fact. Jaipur's colorful markets offer a great break to stop and shop on you tour. Usually tourists include shopping and visiting the lively markets of Jaipur in their itinerary. While moving through the markets, you will come across the vivacious culture of this region. Jaipur is the perfect place to shop for Handicrafts, antiques, jewelry, gems, pottery, carpets, textiles, metal work and leather ware. Evening, we will back to hotel for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 05 : Jaipur - Delhi + Departure (B/L/D)
Breakfast at Hotel. Then drive to Delhi (265 kms, 5.5 hrs.). On arrival transfer to restaurant for lunch. Then day free for own activity / shopping. Evening proceed for Dinner at city's nice restaurant then transfer to airport to catch the flight for onward journey. Fly back to home.

Day 06 : Arrive Home
Arrive sweet Home.


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