Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Destination Covered: Delhi – Jaipur- Agra – Delhi- Gangtok-Darjeeling
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Meeting and assistance on arrival. Half day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Raj Ghat. Drive past Jama Masjid, Red Fort & India Gate (War Memorial Arch). Also drive past President’s House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping centre. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 02 : Delhi-Jaipur (265 kms, 05hrs)
Morning drive to Jaipur. On arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon time free to explore the vibrant market of Jaipur which is very famous for handicrafts and local artwork. Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince and ever since, it has retained this colour. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. Overnight Jaipur.
Day 03 : Jaipur
Morning visit Amber Fort. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors. Afternoon continue with Jaipur sightseeing, visit Maharaja’s City Palace & the Observatory. Drive past Hawa Mahal & through the pink rose residential & business areas. Overnight Jaipur.
Day 04 : Jaipur-Agra (256 kms, 04/5hrs)
Drive to Agra visiting Fatehpur Sikri enroute. Fatehpur Sikri is 40 kms from Agra and built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces. Arrive agra. Check in to hotel, evening at leisure. Overnight Agra.
Day 05 : Agra-Delhi (210 kms, 05hrs)
Morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. Also visit the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daullah built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. Afternoon drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and check in to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 06 : Delhi- Gangtok (By air & surface)
After breakfast proceed to airport to catch flight to Bagdogra. After landing, drive to Gangtok(130 kms, 4hrs), the Capital of Sikkim. Check in at Hotel. Free Evening, Overnight at Gangtok.
Day 07 : Gangtok
After breakfast drive to Tsongo Lake (Alt 12000ft/3600M), a high altitude alpine lake close to Indo-China Border. Enjoy playing in snow and try Yak Ride and proceed further to Legendary Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Back to hotel. Afternoon is free for personal activities. Overnight at Gangtok.
Optional tour to Nathula Pass(Alt 14000Ft / 4200M) on China Border can also be arranged (Except Mon, Tue) for Indian Nationals only with 30 Days Advance Request at an additional cost.
Day 08 : Gangtok - Darjeeling (110kms, 4hrs)
Check out from Gangtok and drive to Darjeeling . On arrival check in at Hotel. Free afternoon for personal activities. Overnight at Darjeeling. Post breakfast Half day Gangtok City tour – (Timing: 8.30AM to 1.00PM). Visit Bonjhakri Falls,Government Institute of Cottage Industry (Closed on Sunday, 2nd Saturday), Orchid House Flower Show, Sikkim Research Institute of Tibetology, Dodurl Chorten.
Day 09 : Darjeeling
Full Day Darjeeling City Tour. Early morning tour in Darjeeling with visits to – Tiger Hill Sunrise Point, Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery (Timing 4.00AM to 7.30AM).
Afternoon City Tour , visit 7 points- Darjeeling Zoo and Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tea garden, Tenzing Rock and Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee center (Closed on Sunday) and Lebong Race Course Area. Free evening at Mall for Shopping. Overnight at Darjeeling
Day 10 : Departure
After breakfast, proceed to the airport for your onward destination
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
• Accommodation in standard room at the mentioned hotels or similar.
• All transfers and sightseeing by AC commercial Vehicle (AC to remain switched off on hills).
• Meal Plan as mentioned below.
• Drivers allowance, toll /parking charges, state taxes.
• All applicable taxes.
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS:
• Any other not specified in the inclusions.
• Any entry fees to monuments, parks, museum & joy rides.
• Any guide /escort charges.
• Air fare / rail fare, porter charges, laundry, tips or any personal expenses.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
- Rates valid till 10th May 2013. After 10th May 2013 till 10 July 2013 5% high season supplement surcharge
- No bookings done, only rates quoted.
- Rooms/ seats are subject to availability at the time of booking
- The above rates do not include any other services other than mentioned above
- Cancellation policy will be applicable according to the hotels policy and Airlines policy
- We are not responsible for un guaranteed bookings
