Trip Highlights Taj Mahal, Tiger & Culture of India

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09 Days

Start Point

Delhi

End Point

Delhi

Taj Mahal, Tiger & Culture of India

Guaranteed Departure India Group Tour Package 2024 – 2025 

This is a very interesting and one of the most liked tour of North India. It is a blend of cultural heritage of Golden triangle tour package and wildlife activities of Ranthambore National Park which is world renowned for Tiger Safari tour in India. Get enchanted with the glorious past of three beautiful cities of Golden triangle tour viz Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. Meet with the king of jungle in its natural habitat and get introduced with the lifestyle of the locals. Taj, Tiger and Culture tour of India will amaze you with the variety of people, heritage sites, costumes, food, languages you will experience in this small tourist circuit of India. The huge royal palaces of Rajput and Mughal kings, the colourful bazaars of popular Pink City in Jaipur, an audience with the Bengal Tiger at his homeland and undoubtedly the most stunning monument of Taj Mahal are going to be the highlight of your journey. You may additionally request to book a hot air balloon trip over Jaipur to have aerial view of the city and/or experience an hour stage performance of the local artists at ‘Mohabbat e Taj show’ in Agra which is a wonderful stage drama describing the whole story behind Taj Mahal and its creators.

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Itinerary

  • Day 01 : Delhi

    On arrival, Meeting & assistance at Delhi International Airport then transfer to Hotel. Your Tour escort will assist you at Airport and at the time of Check in at Hotel, overnight stay at Hotel in Delhi.

    Meals : no meal

    Included entrances : no sightseeing tour

  • Day 02 : Delhi

    The day offers sightseeing combined trip of Old and New Delhi with an expert local guide. The sightseeing trip includes a visit to the monuments dating back to the Mughal and the British Empire in India. Today we will take you to a special tour organised by the Salaam Baalak Trust. As the name suggests, Salaam Baalak Trust is an NGO that provides shelter to the street children who were once captured and imposed to work as child labour or to beg. In 2006, they started with a new concept of City Walk serving the sole intention of improving their English skills with the help of which they can earn their bread by working as a tour guide describing about the street life in the area around New Delhi Railway Station. Duration of the tour is of 02 hours that will be a distinct walk in and around the streets of New Delhi Railway station. A Salaam Baalak Tour Guide will accompany you through the streets along with that they will share the challenges faced by them in their life by accompanied with the description of their view about the world according to them. You will also cross the streets of Paharganj followed by a visit to their shelter home. The tour ends at New Delhi Metro Station from where you can board the metro for Jama Masjid which is the largest mosque in India having the courtyard to hold a religious gathering of more than 25000 people, also enjoy a man driven rickshaw ride. Afterwards, proceed to visit Raj Ghat – the cremation ground of the Father of Nation “Mahatma Gandhi”. Later proceed to visit the world’s tallest concrete minaret Qutub Minar (74 meters). Qutub Minar was built by Mughal emperor Qutub ud din Aibak as a tower of victory after defeating the last Hindu Kingdom of Delhi. Now head towards Bangla Sahib Gurudwara – the most religious place for Sikhs and popular among the people serves many devotees from different places, caste, religion, come together and have food, called as langar without any discrimination.
    Your overnight stay will be at your hotel in Delhi.

    Highlights : Salaam Balak Tour, Metro Ride from New Delhi Railway Station to Jama Masjid, Rikshaw Ride, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, Bangla Sahib Gurudwara.

    Meals : Breakfast

    Included entrances : Salaam Balak Tour, Metro Ride from New Delhi Railway Station to Jama Masjid, Rikshaw Ride, Qutub Minar.

  • Day 03 : Delhi to Jaipur (256 KMS)

    Take a 5 hours long drive to Jaipur after breakfast. Stop at midway in a motel for having some refreshment (tea/coffee etc.) – payment directly. Later continue to Jaipur and upon reaching, check in at the hotel.

    The capital of Rajasthan and one of the most famous cities of North India, Jaipur holds many tourist attractions including the varied handsome forts and palaces, colourful bazaars, lakes etc. Today you will visit the Jantar Mantar that is a well – known observatory in India. Later, head towards the Birla Temple where people from faraway places come to offer prayer to Lord Vishnu & Goddess Lakshmi. The temple is built with white marble below the Moti Dungri Temple. Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur.

    Highlights : Jantar Mantar, Birla Temple.

    Meals : Breakfast

    Included entrances : Jantar Manta Observatory

  • Day 04 : Jaipur

    After a delicious breakfast in the hotel, you will be guided to the Amer Fort which is situated at a distance of about 10 kms from the city, built in the 16th century by Raja Mansingh I and spread in an area of 4 sq. kms .Amer Fort (also known as Amber Palace or Amber Fort) is a fine example of Rajput and Hindu architecture. The palace is situated on the top of the Aravalli hill and you will be taken to the gate of palace on the back of a decorated elephant (optionally jeep can be made available if you are not interested to ride on the elephant). Visit the large rampart, beautiful gates, courtyards and rooms of the palace. Now heading toward the city in between photo stop at Jal Mahal Palace – also called as the water palace situated in the middle of Man Sagar Lake has a very fascinating view. Afternoon enjoy Food Walk that starts from Hawa Mahal to the Triploya Bazar, Hanuman ka Rasta, Gopal ji Ka rasta, Johari Bazaar and will end up at a pre-decided place. The duration of the walk will be around 2 hours. In the Food Walk you will be able to know and taste different cuisines especially local dishes which is well known between the local people of Rajasthan like, Kachoris, Pakodi, Puri sabzi, Achars (pickles), Paneer, Lassi, Tikiya, Dahi bada, Rasmalai and Masala chai etc. Most importantly not to miss the traditional food of Rajasthan i.e. the Dal Baati Churma. You can also enjoy Masala Tea in Kullad (a glass made of mud that altogether adds a different taste to the tea). If still feel hungry, lunch can be arranged at Laxmi Mishthan Bhandhar.
    Evening free for own activities else you can also visit Gaitore (No Guide) or Albert Hall (No Guide). Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur.

    Optional : Rajasthani Folk dance with dinner in City Restaurant or Hotel. Highlights: Amer Fort, Photo stop at Jal Mahal, Street Food Walk, Gaitore, Albert Hall.

    Meals : Breakfast & Lunch

    Included entrances : Amer Fort, Elephant ride, Food Walk

  • Day 05 : Jaipur to Sawai Madhopur (160 KMS)

    After breakfast you will leave behind the Pink city of Jaipur and drive to Ranthambore National Park which is a paradise for the jungle adventure seekers and photographers. Watching the Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural habitat and other wild species at Ranthambore is a dream of the travelers.

    On the way, we stop at a small village of Abhaneri that has attracted the attention of global travelers for its fine carved stepwell of Chand Baori. This 9th century stepwell built is one of the largest and unique in the world.

    Reach Ranthambore and check in to the National Park, dinner and overnight stay at Sawai Madhopur.

    Optional : Note: Evening Jungle Safari at Ranthambore extra charges will be applicable.

    Highlights : Wildlife Santuary, Chandbaori Stepwell.

    Meals : Breakfast & Dinner

    Included entrances : no

  • Day 06 : Ranthambore National Park

    Surrounded with lush forest, the Ranthambore National Park at Sawai Madhopur is one of the finest and largest ‘tiger reserves’ in India. Your lodge will be near to the tiger reserve. The day is dedicated to the wildlife activities. Morning and evening jungle visit will offer you a chance to view several rare species of birds and animals. If one is lucky, he/she can witness some of the activities of the Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural habitat. Later the jungle games, meals and stay will be at your lodge in the Ranthambore National park. Dinner and overnight stay at Sawai Madhopur.

    Note: If required Jungle Safari by Jeep there will be extra charge

    Highlights : Morning & Evening Jungle Safari by canter

    Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included entrances : Jungle activities

  • Day 07 : Sawai Madhopur to Agra (270 KMS)

    Today morning head to Agra, the capital city of Mughal empire in India. On the way to Agra you will stop at Fatehpur Sikri which lays 30 kms away from Agra on national highway, once the capital of Mughals this is a walled city built by Shahjahan to commemorate the birth of his elder son Jahangir. Later, due to the shortage of water in the city Mughals moved to Agra. Also, you can enjoy Local battery van ride till the main entrance of Fatehpur Sikri

    Proceed to Agra and check into the hotel

    Overnight stay at Hotel in Agra.

    Note: Morning Jungle Safari at Ranthambore extra charges will be applicable.

    Optional : In the evening one can choose to visit the famous ‘Mohabbat-e-Taj’ show which is an hour stage drama based on the story of the creation of Taj Mahal. Subject to availability.

    Highlights : Fatehpur Sikri, Local Battery Van Ride.

    Meals : Breakfast

    Included entrances : Fatehpur Sikri, Battery Van Ride.

  • Day 08 : Agra to Delhi (204 KMS)

    Agra is dotted with many big and small monuments reminding us about the brave Mughals kings.

    Enjoy a Tonga ride (horse cart) in Agra then visit the most beautiful monument of the world, Taj Mahal. Listed in UNESCO World heritage sites and known as the symbol of eternal love on the earth, Taj Mahal was built by the great Mughal emperor Shahjahan in the sweet memories of his wife who died while giving birth to his son. River Yamuna on the back of the monument brings more charm to its beauty. Do not forget to take some beautiful selfies at Taj Mahal to include them to your India travel photo collection.

    Later visit Agra Fort – the most important monument which you will visit today before leaving back to Delhi. Agra Fort is a dashing red sandstone palace built as a capital of Mughals in Agra. It has many attractions inside the fort complex but one room or window attracts the visitors. The room overlooking the river is opening towards Taj Mahal. It is an important place in the complex as Shahjahan was kept imprisoned here by his son Aurangzeb during his last days of life. Shah Jahan used to see Taj Mahal from here whenever he missed his beloved wife. Later, take lunch at the Sheroes Hangout Café (direct payment basis) that is a café run solely by the women who are the survivors of acid attacks. The theme of the café is to encourage acid attack victims to face the world.

    Later on, drive towards Delhi. Overnight stay at Hotel in Delhi.

    Highlights : Tonga Ride (Horse Cart), Taj Mahal & Agra Fort, Sheroes Hangout Café.

    Meals : Breakfast

    Included entrances : Taj Mahal, Tonga Ride, Agra Fort

  • Day 09 : Depart Delhi

    Your Taj, Tiger and Culture tour of India comes to an end here. Now you are transferred to the airport to board flight back to home or next destination. The Group tour of India with Max Holidays comes to an end but you take back home everlasting memories of the journey.

    Meals : Breakfast

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