Proposal Golden Triangle

PROPOSAL

GOLDEN TRIANGLE SKETCH PROGRAM

DAY / DATE ROUTE / PROGRAM SURFACE / FLIGHT / TRAIN MEALS

Day 01 Delhi – Agra Surface B

Day 02 Agra – Jaipur Surface B

Day 03 Jaipur ‐ B

Day 04 Jaipur – Udaipur Surface B

Day 05 Udaipur ‐‐ B

Day 06 Udaipur – Delhi ‐ Departure Flight B

DAY 01: DELHI/AGRA Morning: drive by surface to Agra (203 Kms / 04 Hrs approximately).

Agra: Traditions ascribes the foundation of the present city of Agra, situated on the banks of Yamuna river. Agra came into limelight during the rule of the Afghan King, Sikandar Lodhi, who made it the capital of his empire. The next few hundred years of Agra witnessed rise of the pomp and pageantry of three great Mughal monarchs – Emperor Akbar, Jehangir and Shahjahan.

On arrival, check in at your hotel. Time to relax at your hotel.

Late afternoon proceed for visit to Agra fort. Agra Fort – the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. The Agra Fort presents a formidable appearance with its vast walls, standing seventy feet in height, and a mile and a half in circuit, with imposing turrets and gateways. – It was in this very fort that Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his son, Aurangzeb.

Also visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday’s). Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried from 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid 17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world.

Overnight at hotel (Meals : Breakfast)

DAY 02: AGRA / FATHEPUR SIKRI / JAIPUR Early morning at Sun rise ( Optional )

Morning after breakfast Check out and proceed for Jaipur en‐route visiting ‐ Fatehpur Sikri (250 Kms / 07 Hrs Approximately)

Fatehpur Sikri – Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. Fatehpur Sikri bears exceptional testimony to the

Plot No 520‐Udyog Vihar Phase III, INDIA | NEPAL | SRI LANKA | BHUTAN | MAURITIUS | VIETNAM TCI Gurgaon ‐ 122016, Delhi‐NCR, India www.tcindia.com Mughal civilization at the end of the 16th century. It offers a unique example of architectural ensembles of very high quality constructed between 1571 and 1585.

After visit continue drive to Jaipur Driving through the rural green also see en‐route chand Baori Step well in Abhaneri is a village in the Dausa district of Rajasthan state in India. Step wells which were invented by the natives to harvest rain water. These tanks were used as cool places of retreat and as water reservoirs during parched times of the year. Chand Baori is the most popular of the wells in the region, and it is one of India’s deepest and largest.

Upon arrival in Jaipur , check in at your hotel.

Jaipur is popularly known as the ‘Pink City’, Jaipur is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Founded on 18 November 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber, the city today has a population of 3.1 million.

Rest of the day free to relax.

Overnight at Hotel. (Meal: Breakfast)

DAY 03 : JAIPUR Morning after breakfast proceed for Excursion to Amber Fort with a photo stops at Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal). Amber Fort Palace is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Enjoy short jeep ride to reach atop of the palace. The Amber Fort set in picturesque and rugged hills is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Constructed by Raja Man Singh I in 1592 and completed by Mirja Raja Jai Singh the fort was made in red sand stone and white marble. The rugged forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise with a beautiful fusion of art and architecture. Amber is the classic and romantic fort‐palace with a magnificent aura.

From here continue for Sightseeing tour of city visiting City Palace, a beautiful palace complex full of treasures now housed in the museum area. City Palace is a delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum. Also visit Jantar Mantar or Royal Astronomical Observatory. This observatory is a collection of architectural astronomical instruments, built by Maharaja (King) Jai Singh II at his then new capital of Jaipur between 1727 and 1734..

Rest of the day free for shopping in the local bazaar of Jaipur .

DAY 04 : JAIPUR – UDAIPUR ( by surface) Buffet breakfast at hotel. Drive by surface to Udaipur (380 Km / 7 Hrs drive approx.) Upon arrival at Udaipur, you will be met by our representative at the hotel, who will assist with your check‐in process.

Udaipur is the historic capital of the kingdom of Mewar in the former Rajputana Agency. Apart from its history, culture, and scenic locations, it is also known for its Rajput‐era palaces. The Lake Palace, for instance, covers an entire island in the Pichola Lake. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels. It is often called the "Venice of the East", and is also nicknamed the "Lake City". Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Udai Sagar and Swaroop Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state.

Evening enjoy the shared boat ride (subject to water level) on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. The beautiful Lake Pichola was enlarged by Maharana Udai Singh after he founded the city. The city palace extends a considerable distance along the east bank of the lake. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace ‐ a lovely island palace in the middle of the lake. Overnight at hotel Meals: Breakfast

DAY 05 : UDAIPUR After breakfast visit Udaipur city ‐ City Palace, The splendid City Palace, posing over the fascinating Buffet breakfast at the hotel.

Morning proceed for the tour of Udaipur city visit City Palace, it was built in 1725 of granite and marble with filigreed balconies, ornate windows and craftsmanship in glass. Within the palace is a maze of courtyards, apartments and decorated halls. The rooms are covered with frescoes, displays of royal processions, stone and glass mosaics and ornamental doors and painted windows. Each palace within is an outstanding creation of art. Visit the museums and the hall of public audiences, the private chambers of the royal ladies at the palace and Sahelion‐ki‐Badi.

DAY 06 : UDAIPUR – DELHI ( by flight) Morning free to explore the city on your own.

Afternoon in time transfer to airport to connect your flight for Delhi

Depart Udaipur at Air India : 1605 hrs / Delhi Arrive at 1725 hrs. Upon arrival transfer to your Conference hotel.

(Meal: Breakfast)

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Cost Applicable: Nett RATE per person on TWIN sharing basis Validity : September 2016 Number of Pax Cost per person in US$ 01 paying pax US $ 1385 per Person 02‐ paying pax travelling together US $ 745 Per Person Single room Supplement US$ 265 per person Air fare supplement Udaipur – Delhi – economy class subject to US$ 120 per person change

HOTEL USED ( 5 Star Hotels) City Hotel Room Category Number of Nights Agra ITC Mughal Mughal Room 01 Jaipur ITC Rajputtana Sheraton Executive Room 02 Udaipur Trident Deluxe Garden View 02

Cost Includes  05 night’s accommodation in hotel mentioned or similar on Twin sharing of room basis.  Meals ‐ Buffet Breakfast  Transportation by Indian Make air –conditioned Vehicle.  Till 05 pax we will be providing Local English speaking guide.  English/ Spanish speaking Accompanying guide Delhi to Delhi – staying in different hotels from 06 pax onwards.  Entrance Fee at the monuments (Single entry).  Rickshaw ride in Delhi.  01 Bottle of mineral water per person daily.  TCI representative for assistance on all arrival and departure transfers.  All local tax and service tax, as applicable at present.

Does not include  Expenses of personal nature like drinks, personal insurance, tips and telephone calls.  Any additional expenses due to unforeseen problems like natural disaster, war or strikes, cancellation or misconnection of flight or last minute change of timings etc  Any other service, which has not been specified as "included".  Air fare – if any Quoted as supplement

Important notes  The cost has been calculated on the existing tariffs/conditions and any change in costs or modification in tax structure will oblige us to revise the same.  This is simply a proposal and not the confirmation of any service. All confirmations will be subject to availability of accommodation / air seats.  Incase desired category of Hotel/s or type of room is not available then our costs will be subject to revision or supplement or reduction.  Check in time at hotel is 1400 hrs & out time at hotels is 1200 hrs.  All quoted rates are Nett and Non Commissionable