THE 6 DAYS 5 NIGHTS GOLDEN TRIANGLE EXPERIENCE

DELHI - NEEMRANA FORT – - – - Day 1 – Airport Pickup - Driver with Name sign. Delhi Tour - You start at the historic Qutub Minar 72 meters high and one off the most perfect towers in the Persian world, the iron pillar has survived the vagaries of weather for over 1500 years. Then on to Humuyun Tomb (1586) designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyath, a Persian architect, it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent, next the (1639-1648) that was built by Shah Jehan the builder of & then onto the Raj Ghat on the banks of the Yamuna river, the cremation point and memorial for Mahatma Gandhi– passing through the nationally significant Gate, (42 meters high and completed in 1921 as a monument to almost 100,000 Indian soldiers lost in WW1) on the way to Rashtpati Bhawan, Parliament Street. Overnight @ Shanti Home Day 2 - Drive to Neemrana Fort Palace – Breakfast at leisure then an onward journey of 120 klms to the absolutely stunning Neemrana Fort Palace – where you spend a luxurious night Day 3 - After a relaxing start at the forte (with a swim or maybe a wire line run) you have a 200 klm drive to Jaipur. Spend the afternoon exploring Jaipur first seeing Jantar Mantar, an observatory equipped with instruments of astonishing size and precision, including a 90 foot high sun dial, next onto the Hawa Mahal or palace of winds, a major landmark built in 1799. This five-story building in the old city is a pink sandstone master piece with semi octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows. The monument was originally conceived to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the city’s everyday life and royal procession in absolute privacy. The City Palace is the royal residence of the erstwhile King of Jaipur. It houses a museum with a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes, armory of Mughal and Rajput weaponry. Overnight in Jaipur’s Alsisar Havelli, a lovely old family ‘mansion’ that has been beautifully restored. Day 4 – This morning’s excursion takes you to the amazing Amber Fort, you approach the palace in the traditional way riding up to the gates on elegantly caparisoned elephants. Amber was once the ancient capital of Jaipur with Construction started in 1592 by Raja Man Singh, the Rajput Commander of ’s Army. The fort is a superb example of Rajput Architecture, stunningly situated on a hillside and overlooking a lake which reflects its terraces and ramparts. Lunch in the city and then maybe amble around the old city markets for some local colour and curios, in the afternoon head out to Dera Amer for a unique elephant experience with a sunset ride in the forest and dinner alfresco at the old fort. Optional elephant polo also available for groups ! Overnight in Jaipur’s Alsisar Havelli Day 5 – A leisurely start and free morning in Jaipur to explore the old city then after lunch the drive of 195 klms to Fatehpur Sikri This abandoned capital of the Mughals is a perfectly preserved city built at the height of the empire’s splendor. The city was divided into religious and secular parts and has interesting well sculptured buildings. Onward drive of 45 lkms to Agra for an overnight stay at the charming Grand Imperial Hotel Agra, wonderfully set up to receive you with a pool, spa and nice in house restaurant.

Neemrana Fort Palace Alsisar Havelli Grand Imperial Agra

Day 6 - Sunrise (with Guide) to the Taj Mahal – a dawn visit to the fabled Taj Mahal to witness the magical effects caused by the reflections of the changing colours of the rising sun on this brilliant white marble testament to the love of Shah Jehan for his wife Mountab. After breakfast you move on to the Agra Fort (with Guide) these elegant buildings reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. Built by Emperor Akbar, the maze of the courtyards, mosques & private chambers of the fort echo the story of the . The & other magnificent buildings reflect the amazing skill of the ancient Indian architects. Drive the 200 klms to Delhi Airport for flight home.

Costs Included - Pickup from Airport / Departure to Airport. Toyota Indigo AC Cab for all Delhi – Neemrana Fort - Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra – Delhi. Parking, Toll Tax, Road Tax, Fuel, Driver allowance. English speaking guide for all monuments and sites in Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri & Agra plus all accommodation listed on a bed and breakfast basis. Not Included - Any Monument fees, Lunch, Dinner or any tipping to Guide/Driver etc QUOTATIONS EXCLUDES: • Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, and telephone/fax calls, alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages, mineral water during meals, mini bar or drinks, room service, entrance fees/camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc. • Meals other than those specified above. • Elephant Ride up to Amber Fort Rs 990 per elephant • Any sightseeing tour/guides unless specified • Any international/domestic airfare and any airport taxes. Check In / Check Out time for all hotels is 12 NOON • Rates include only those items specified in your itinerary. • Prices are subject to change with any increase in the cost. • Distances mentioned in the itinerary are approximate & driving time depends upon the traffic/ road conditions, en-route sightseeing’s and refreshment stops • Our cost is based on contracted rates for leisure business. No conference/ business/ corporate activity has been envisaged in the tour cost. • Any meals ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) as per meal plan of the package would be in the coffee shop of the hotel, incase room service or meals taken at specialty restaurant the same would be at an extra cost • Any additional expense incurred due to a change in the Government of India and Reserve Bank of India regulations pertaining to taxes, fuel hikes, air-fares and transport and any force majeure situation due to political conditions, fluctuation in rate of exchange we reserve the right to adjust the tour price accordingly. • In case, at the time of booking, we do not get the accommodation in the same hotels, will book an alternate hotel / category of room for which the supplement / reduction will be advised to you accordingly • Smoking in Public Places has been prohibited in India. Public places include, open spaces, restaurants, hotels, pubs, discotheques, banquet halls, etc. • Integrity Travel and its associates are not liable for any compensation for damage caused by a force majeure or other unforeseen events that we or our associates could not have prevented even through utmost care. Such events are, for example, an action of war, natural disaster, contagious disease, strike or other likely events. We would notify our clients/agents timely of such force majeure events as and when feasible and will aim to limit the damage and supplement cost befalling the clients/agents for making alternate arrangements deviating from the planned program.