India Architecture & Grottoes Explorer

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival, Delhi

  Welcome to Incredible India! On arrival at Delhi airport, our representative will meet and escort you to your hotel by a comfortable private car. He/She will assist you with check-in and brief you with the following arrangements.

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• Day 2: Delhi

  Today is dedicated to exploring New Delhi. First, you will pass by some city landmarks, including India Gate, President's House, Parliament House & Government Secretariat Buildings. Later, visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the largest Sikh house of worship in Delhi and then to Humayun's Tomb, the first garden-tomb in India and the model of Taj Mahal. After that, marvel at the UNESCO-listed Qutub Minar, learn about the life of the Father of India at Gandhi Smriti. And finally, get a glimpse of the bright-colored Laxmi Narayan Temple, which attracts thousands of devotees at the festivals of Janmashtami and Diwali.

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• Day 3: Delhi - Aurangabad

  Join in a half-day walking tour of Old Delhi Bazaar with a visit to Masterji Kee Haveli.

  You will explore the colorful history and culture of Old Delhi, taste its street food and feel the exotic air of India. Besides that, walk or take a rickshaw to discover the bustling bazaar, visit various shops and search for some interesting souvenirs. Finally, stop at Masterji Kee Haveli's house and enjoy a traditional home-cooked lunch. After lunch, fly to Aurangabad. Upon arrival, be picked up and transferred to your hotel.

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• Day 4: Aurangabad

  Today, drive about 2 hours to visit the Ajanta Caves. Frescoes inside present the religious and social life dating back from 2nd century B.C. to 1st century A.D. As the most eye-catching work in the cave, it is regarded as the most important representative of ancient Indian murals.

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• Day 5: Aurangabad - Delhi

  Ellora Caves are well-known for their delicate sculptures and present the development of Hinduism, Buddhism and Islam in ancient India, dating from 6th to 10th A.D. The most remarkable one is the Kailash Temple in Cave 16. Meant to be a replica of Lord Shiva celestial abode, Kailash is the best example of rock-cut architecture and an engineering marvel. Today, you will visit the Ellora Caves first and then fly back to Delhi for further exploration of other cities.

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• Day 6: Delhi - Jaipur

  Leave for Jaipur by private air-conditioned car (about 5 hours). On the way, a stopover for a coffee break or photo opportunities is at your request. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax during the rest of the day.

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• Day 7: Jaipur

  It is a full-day trip to explore the city and the Amber Fort in the suburbs of Jaipur. After arriving at the foot of Amber Fort, ride a jeep to its entrance. Don't miss the beautiful Sheesh Mahal inside the fort. Move to the Nahargarh Fort afterward, an excellent place for overlooking the Pink City. Later, drive back to the downtown to visit Maharaja City Palace and Jantar Mantar. When you pass the Hawa Mahal, you can stop and take some photos.

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• Day 8: Jaipur - Agra

  Drive for about 1.5 hours to visit Fatehpur Sikri, also known as the City of Victory, the short-lived capital of the Mughal empire with Indo-Islamic architectural style. Afterward, continue to Agra (about 3.5 hours), where the world-renowned Taj Mahal is located. On arrival, relax at your leisure.

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• Day 9: Agra

  An insight into Taj Mahal at sunrise calls for an early departure. The mausoleum is a perfect combination of architecture, mathematics, geometry, art, literature and faith. It is wonderful to immerse yourself in a peaceful atmosphere and keep your mind. Get back to your hotel for breakfast and take a break.

  In the afternoon, head to the walled city of Agra Fort, where the early Mughal emperors once lived. Later, cross the Yamuna River for a short visit to Itimad-ud-Daulah, nicknamed Baby Taj.

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• Day 10: Agra - Delhi, Departure

  The journey from Agra to Delhi will take 4.5 hours. Upon arrival, you may need some time to go shopping before being escorted to the airport for your flight home. Have a nice trip!

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