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Golden Triangle Tour with Amritsar Tour Code : AKSR0348 Tour Type : FIT Package 1800 233 9008 GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR www.akshartours.com WITH AMRITSAR - 08 Days 7 Nights / 8 Days PACKAGE OVERVIEW 1Country 4Cities 8Days 3Activities Accomodation Meal 02 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMODATION AT 07 BREAKFAST DELHI 07 DINNER 01 NIGHT HOTEL ACCOMODATION AT AGRA 02 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMODATION AT JAIPUR Visa & Taxes 02 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMODATION AT 5% GST EXTRA AMRITSAR Highlights Accommodation on double sharing Breakfast and dinner at hotel Transfer and sightseeing by pvt vehicle as per program Applicable hotel taxes SIGHTSEEINGS OVERVIEW DELHI : Raj Ghat,Shanti Vana, Jama Masjid, Drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. AGRA : Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, the Pearl Mosque, Diwan-e-am, and Diwan-e-Khas. JAIPUR: Fatehpur Sikri, Amber Fort, Sheesh Mahal (Hall of victory), Hawa Mahal, Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory and Ram Niwas Gardens. AMRITSIR: Golden Temple and Indo - Pak Wagah Border. SIGHTSEEINGS DELHI Qutub minar The Qutb Minar, also spelled as Qutub Minar and Qutab Minar, is a minaret and "victory tower" that forms part of the Qutb complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli area of Delhi, India. Qutb Minar was 73-metres tall before the final, fifth section was added after 1369. AGRA Taj mahal The most photographed monument in the world, the Taj stands in its splendor of white marble, an imposing citadel on the banks of river Yamuna. Built in 17th century by Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal emperor, in the memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is an ode to the emperor's eternal love for his wife. It took over 20,000 skilled workers from across the country, working day and night, for 22 years for this architectural wonder to be created. FATEHPUR SIKRI Fatehpur Sikri is 40 km from Agra, it is a city completely made of red sand stone. Built by Akbar and dedicated to a saint, Fatehpur Sikri was conceived in 1571. Worth visiting are the Jama Masjid, Salim Chisti's tomb, the Diwan-e-Aam, the Diwan- e-Khas and the Queen's palaces within the city. JAIPUR City palace City Palace Built by Sawai Jai Singh, it became the official seat of the Jaipur royal family after 1922. A large part of the brilliant palace is now a museum, displaying an excellent collection of artifacts used by the Rajput royalty. JAIPUR Amer fort Amer Fort is one of the finest and the best preserved forts, having served as the royal capital for seven long years before the city of Jaipur was built. It has a complex of several palaces, meeting halls, pavilions, gardens and temples. The Fort was built in the later half of the 10th century by Raja Man Singh. AMRITSAR The golden temple (The harmandir sahib) The Harmandir Sahib, also known as Golden Temple, meaning "abode of God" or Darb?r Sahib, meaning "exalted court", is a Gurdwara located in the city of Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is the preeminent spiritual site of Sikhism. The Gurdwara is built around a man-made pool that was completed by Guru Ram Das in 1577. AMRITSAR Indo pak wagah border Wahga or Wagha is a village and union council located in the Wahgah Zone of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. The town is famous for the Wagah border ceremony and also serves as a goods transit terminal and a railway station between Pakistan and India. The border crossing draws its name from Wahga village, near which the Radcliffe Line, the boundary demarcation line dividing India and Pakistan upon the Partition of British India, was drawn. The border crossing draws its name from Wahga village, near which the Radcliffe Line, the boundary demarcation line dividing India and Pakistan upon the Partition of British India, was drawn. At the time of the independence in 1947, migrants from India entered Pakistan through this border crossing. The Wagah railway station is 400 metres (1,300 ft) to the south and 100 metres (330 ft) from the border. YOUR ITINERARY Day ARRIVE DELHI On arrival at Delhi our representative meets you at the airport and assists you till your check in process at 1 the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel. Dinner Day DELHI In the morning go for a sightseeing tour of Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat (the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi), 2 Shanti Vana (the cremation sites of Jawaharlal Nehru) and Jama Masjid. Drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. In the afternoon visit Qutub Minar (built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199), Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (War Memorial Arch) and Lakshminarayan Temple (a modern Hindu Temple). Also drive past President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping centre. Stay overnight at the hotel. Breakfast Dinner Day DELHI - AGRA After breakfast drive to Agra, en route stopover at Sikandra for photography. On arrival a Agra check-in at 3 hotel. Later visit the Agra Fort which has the Pearl Mosque, Diwan-e-am (the hall of public audience) and Diwan-e-Khas (the hall of private audience). Stay overnight at the hotel. Breakfast Dinner Day AGRA - JAIPUR In the morning visit the famous Taj Mahal built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife 4 Mumtaz Mahal. This monument is made of white marble and it took 22 years to get constructed. Take breakfast and then drive to Jaipur; en route stop at Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri was built between 1571 and 1585. It is one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendour. Though the city is in ruins, it is a must visit place for those who visit Agra. Fatehpur Sikri is a place where one should spend some time. The sunset over the ruins of this fort is a sight to be cherished. On your arrival at Jaipur check-in at hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel. Breakfast Dinner Day JAIPUR In the morning visit the Amber Fort. Amber Fort was the capital of this state long time ago. Visit the Sheesh 5 Mahal (Hall of victory) which is a hall glittering with mirrors. In the afternoon, go for a sightseeing tour of Jaipur. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan. It was painted in pink colour a century ago in honour of a visiting prince. Ever since, Jaipur has retained this pink colour. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, a notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. While in Jaipur, visit Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory and Ram Niwas Gardens. Drive past the Hawa Mahal. Stay overnight at the hotel. Breakfast Dinner Day JAIPUR - DELHI - AMRITSAR (BY TRAIN) After breakfast drive back to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi transfer to Railway station for Amritsar. Meet on 6 arrival at Amritsar Railway station and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel. Breakfast Dinner Day AMRITSAR After breakfast full day city tour of Amritsar, visiting Golden Temple - the most important Sikh shrine which 7 is also called Mecca for the Sikhs is a living symbol of the spiritual and historical traditions of the Sikhs, then visit Jallianwala Bagh - where, on April 13, 1919, British and Gurkha soldiers opened fire on an unarmed forbidden gathering, killing hundreds of civilians. Evening visit Indo - Pak Wagah Border to watch Flag Retreat Ceremony - Wagah, an army outpost on Indo - Pak border 30 Kms from Amritsar where the daily highlight is the evening "Beating the Retreat" ceremony. Soldiers from both countries march in perfect drill, going through the steps of bringing down their respective national flags. As the sun goes down, nationalistic fervour rises and lights are switched on marking the end of the day amidst thunderous applause. Return to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel. Breakfast Dinner Day AMRITSAR - DELHI DROP After breakfast transfer to Railway station for Delhi. Meet on arrival at Delhi Railway station and transfer to 8 Airport for your onward destination. Breakfast HOTELS INCLUSION/EXCLUSION Inclusion Exclusion A/C Accommodation On Double/Triple Sharing Above Rate Not Applicable In Festival Time Meal Plan Breakfast & Dinner Veg Any Monument Fees/Guide fees Pick Up & Drop Delhi 5% GST Extra On Total Package. Car For 2 Pax A/C Sedan On Disposal As Per Lunch Is Not Inclusive In The Package. Itinerary Train fare from Delhi - Amritsar Car For 4 To 6 Pax A/C Innova On Disposal As Per Airfare / Train Fare From Home Itinerary Any Extra Excursions Apart From The Suggested Vehicle A/C For 7 To 12 Pax A/C Tempo Traveler Itinerary. On Disposal As Per Itinerary Water Sports Activities Are Not Included In The All Transfer & Sightseeing As Per Itinerary Package. All Toll Tax & Parking As Per Itinerary To And Fro Airline/Ship Tickets To Port Blair Are Driver Allowance Etc Not Included. Personal Expenses. Room Services, Laundry, Telephone Charges. Expenses Occurred Due To Bad Weather, Flight Or Ferry Cancellation, Strike Or Any Political Unrest To Be Paid By Guest As Per Actual. TRIP COST Type Price Double Sharing ( Per Person ) 31500/-INR Triple Sharing ( Per Person ) 24500/-INR Child With Bed ( Per Person ) ( above 05 – 10 yrs ) 16000/-INR Child Without Bed ( Per Person ) ( above 02 – 05 yrs ) 12000/-INR * Note: 5% GST Additional On Total Tour Cost. T&C Apply at time of Booking. * Rates mentioned in the itinerary are based on Standard Rooms, supplement cost is applicable for Sea Facing / Lake Facing / Mountain Facing Rooms.
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