Taj & Tigers Tour (Car & Driver)
Delhi-Agra-Ranthambore-Jaipur (07 Nights/ 08 Days )
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Today - Arrival at Delhi airport. Excel’s representative will meet you as you exit the arrival terminal
building after which you would be transferred to your hotel
Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds the ancient with modern. Its
strategic location was the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. In
fact, more mythological cities are believed to be here, like the city of Indraprastha from the Hindu epic
Mahabharata, founded around 5000 BC. Numerous monuments were built over several centuries by
different rulers. Later in first half of 20th century much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens,
who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British rule in India.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi– City Tour
Today - City tour of Old Delhi, the 17th century walled city of royal Shah Jahanabad, visiting the great
Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. Later we walk down or take a rickshaw ride through
Chandi Chowk, the old marketplace of Shah Jahanabad now a picturesque bazaar. Drive past Red
Fort, built in the year 1648 by Shah Jehan.
Afternoon - attention focuses on New Delhi, visit Humayun's Tomb, memorial of Mughal Emperor
Humayun, Qutub Minar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. It is the tallest (72m) brick minaret in the world, an
important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. Drive past India Gate, memorial built in the year 1931
to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars. President's
House, the official residence of the President of India. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi- Agra ( 204 Kms/04 hrs)
Today - Morning we drive to Agra, beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved
prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors. from the year 1526 to 1628, and remains a major
tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments. En route visit Sikandara,
Akbar's tomb. Upon arrival hotel Excel’s representative will meet you and will assist for check in.
Afternoon - Half day City tour of Agra includes a visit to 16th-century Agra Fort & experiencing the
magnificent monument to Eternal Poetry of love, the Taj Mahal (Friday Close), symbol of eternal love, It
was built by Shah Jahan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04 : Agra- Fatehpur Sikri– Ranthambore (275 Kms/07 hrs)
Morning - Drive to Ranthambore, stop en-route for visiting of Fatehpur Sikri (Ghost Capital), the political
capital of India's Mughal Empire under Akbar's reign, from the year 1571 until 1585, when it was
abandoned, ostensibly due to lack of water. Visit Emperor Akbars Residential complex, Mosque &
Tomb of Salim Chisti.
Afterwards, you journey overland and drive to Ranthambore, the project Tiger reserve. Ranthambore
National park is famous for its tigers and is one of the best places in the country to see these majestic
predators in the wild. The tigers can be easily spotted even during the day. The park, which is one of
the finest tiger reserves in the country Park's abandoned fortress, lakes and above all it's `friendly'
tigers have made it one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05 : Ranthambore
Early morning Canter Safari to the Tiger Reserve. Since becoming one of the original areas under
Project Tiger in 1973, the park has recovered much of its natural beauty & dry deciduous forest has
been restored. The blend between nature & history is strong at Ranthambore & the 13th century fort is
the focal point of the park. Return to hotel for Breakfast. Day at leisure. Evening, again proceed for
another Canter safari to spot Tigers. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 : Ranthambore- Jaipur (185 Kms/04 hrs)
Morning - After breakfast drive to Jaipur, popularly known as Pink City, the flamboyant & colourful capital
of Rajasthan. With its rich & colourful past, resplendent with tales of valor & bravery, it is now one of the
most important heritage cities in India. The city was founded in the year 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai
Singh II, the ruler of Amber. It remains the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the
universe, through nine rectangular sectors. Upon arrival check into Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 07 : Jaipur - Full day City Tour
A morning excursion will take us to the AMBER FORT, the palace complex which stands to this date
was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. Enjoy a unique experience of riding a
caparisoned elephant from the foothills of the ramparts of the ancient fort (subject to availability)
Later we visit the City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, Jantar Mantar (Solar
Observatory)- an astronomical treasure house with solar devices that give accurate predictions, Hawa
Mahal (Palace of Winds)- a five-storied structure of pink sandstone and Maharajah's observatory-
originally built in the city's early years. Overnight at Hotel
Day 08 : Jaipur - Delhi (275 Kms/06 hrs)
Today - Drive back to Delhi. On arrival Delhi transfer to airport to connect onward flight.
Tour Cost on Per Person Basis :
All below mentioned cost is in US Dollars, Per Person, Inclusive of all applicable taxes, net payable to
us on base category of rooms at mentioned or similar hotels. Valid from 01 Oct’11 to 31 Mar’2012 except
the period of 20 Dec’11 to 10 Jan’2012
Delhi-Agra-Ranthambore-Jaipur (07 Nights/ 08 Days )
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Today - Arrival at Delhi airport. Excel’s representative will meet you as you exit the arrival terminal
building after which you would be transferred to your hotel
Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds the ancient with modern. Its
strategic location was the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. In
fact, more mythological cities are believed to be here, like the city of Indraprastha from the Hindu epic
Mahabharata, founded around 5000 BC. Numerous monuments were built over several centuries by
different rulers. Later in first half of 20th century much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens,
who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British rule in India.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi– City Tour
Today - City tour of Old Delhi, the 17th century walled city of royal Shah Jahanabad, visiting the great
Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. Later we walk down or take a rickshaw ride through
Chandi Chowk, the old marketplace of Shah Jahanabad now a picturesque bazaar. Drive past Red
Fort, built in the year 1648 by Shah Jehan.
Afternoon - attention focuses on New Delhi, visit Humayun's Tomb, memorial of Mughal Emperor
Humayun, Qutub Minar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. It is the tallest (72m) brick minaret in the world, an
important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. Drive past India Gate, memorial built in the year 1931
to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars. President's
House, the official residence of the President of India. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi- Agra ( 204 Kms/04 hrs)
Today - Morning we drive to Agra, beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved
prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors. from the year 1526 to 1628, and remains a major
tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments. En route visit Sikandara,
Akbar's tomb. Upon arrival hotel Excel’s representative will meet you and will assist for check in.
Afternoon - Half day City tour of Agra includes a visit to 16th-century Agra Fort & experiencing the
magnificent monument to Eternal Poetry of love, the Taj Mahal (Friday Close), symbol of eternal love, It
was built by Shah Jahan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04 : Agra- Fatehpur Sikri– Ranthambore (275 Kms/07 hrs)
Morning - Drive to Ranthambore, stop en-route for visiting of Fatehpur Sikri (Ghost Capital), the political
capital of India's Mughal Empire under Akbar's reign, from the year 1571 until 1585, when it was
abandoned, ostensibly due to lack of water. Visit Emperor Akbars Residential complex, Mosque &
Tomb of Salim Chisti.
Afterwards, you journey overland and drive to Ranthambore, the project Tiger reserve. Ranthambore
National park is famous for its tigers and is one of the best places in the country to see these majestic
predators in the wild. The tigers can be easily spotted even during the day. The park, which is one of
the finest tiger reserves in the country Park's abandoned fortress, lakes and above all it's `friendly'
tigers have made it one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05 : Ranthambore
Early morning Canter Safari to the Tiger Reserve. Since becoming one of the original areas under
Project Tiger in 1973, the park has recovered much of its natural beauty & dry deciduous forest has
been restored. The blend between nature & history is strong at Ranthambore & the 13th century fort is
the focal point of the park. Return to hotel for Breakfast. Day at leisure. Evening, again proceed for
another Canter safari to spot Tigers. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 : Ranthambore- Jaipur (185 Kms/04 hrs)
Morning - After breakfast drive to Jaipur, popularly known as Pink City, the flamboyant & colourful capital
of Rajasthan. With its rich & colourful past, resplendent with tales of valor & bravery, it is now one of the
most important heritage cities in India. The city was founded in the year 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai
Singh II, the ruler of Amber. It remains the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the
universe, through nine rectangular sectors. Upon arrival check into Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 07 : Jaipur - Full day City Tour
A morning excursion will take us to the AMBER FORT, the palace complex which stands to this date
was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. Enjoy a unique experience of riding a
caparisoned elephant from the foothills of the ramparts of the ancient fort (subject to availability)
Later we visit the City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, Jantar Mantar (Solar
Observatory)- an astronomical treasure house with solar devices that give accurate predictions, Hawa
Mahal (Palace of Winds)- a five-storied structure of pink sandstone and Maharajah's observatory-
originally built in the city's early years. Overnight at Hotel
Day 08 : Jaipur - Delhi (275 Kms/06 hrs)
Today - Drive back to Delhi. On arrival Delhi transfer to airport to connect onward flight.
Tour Cost on Per Person Basis :
All below mentioned cost is in US Dollars, Per Person, Inclusive of all applicable taxes, net payable to
us on base category of rooms at mentioned or similar hotels. Valid from 01 Oct’11 to 31 Mar’2012 except
the period of 20 Dec’11 to 10 Jan’2012
| Red Fort - Delhi |
| Taj Mahal - Agra |
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Above Tour Cost includes :
- 07 Nights/ 08 Days accommodation on Twin Sharing basis
- Daily Breakfast on plan
- All meals i.e. breakfast, lunch & dinner at Ranthambore
- All arrival /departure transfers, intercity drive city tour by Tata Indigo / Dezire
- Local English speaking guide during the city tour
- Riksha ride at Delhi
- 02 Canter safari in Ranthambore National Park
- Elephant ride at Jaipur (subject to availability/failing provide the jeep ride)
- All applicable taxes
Above Cost does not includes:
- Air Fare / Airport Taxes/ Visa.
- Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone calls, Laundry, soft / hard drinks, meals, tipping
- Any Monument entry fee & camera fee (wherever Applicable)
- Any other expense not mentioned in the "Includes".
Supplement Cost:
Supplement for Toyota Innova (Large Car) USD 85 Per Person
Monument Entrances as per the itinerary (For one visit only) USD 77 Per Person
Supplement cost for extra night in Delhi :
Standard USD 66 Per Person on Twin share / USD 110 on Single occupancy basis
Superior USD 109 Per Person on Twin share / USD 203 on Single occupancy basis
Deluxe USD 145 Per Person on Twin share/ USD 276 on Single occupancy basis
Observations :
- Taj Mahal, Agra is closed to public on all Fridays.
- Red Fort, Delhi is closed to public on all Mondays
Hotel envisaged or similar if not available :
- 07 Nights/ 08 Days accommodation on Twin Sharing basis
- Daily Breakfast on plan
- All meals i.e. breakfast, lunch & dinner at Ranthambore
- All arrival /departure transfers, intercity drive city tour by Tata Indigo / Dezire
- Local English speaking guide during the city tour
- Riksha ride at Delhi
- 02 Canter safari in Ranthambore National Park
- Elephant ride at Jaipur (subject to availability/failing provide the jeep ride)
- All applicable taxes
Above Cost does not includes:
- Air Fare / Airport Taxes/ Visa.
- Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone calls, Laundry, soft / hard drinks, meals, tipping
- Any Monument entry fee & camera fee (wherever Applicable)
- Any other expense not mentioned in the "Includes".
Supplement Cost:
Supplement for Toyota Innova (Large Car) USD 85 Per Person
Monument Entrances as per the itinerary (For one visit only) USD 77 Per Person
Supplement cost for extra night in Delhi :
Standard USD 66 Per Person on Twin share / USD 110 on Single occupancy basis
Superior USD 109 Per Person on Twin share / USD 203 on Single occupancy basis
Deluxe USD 145 Per Person on Twin share/ USD 276 on Single occupancy basis
Observations :
- Taj Mahal, Agra is closed to public on all Fridays.
- Red Fort, Delhi is closed to public on all Mondays
Hotel envisaged or similar if not available :
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