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Day 1
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Bangkok– DELHI
1325 Departure for New Delhi by Indian airline
1555 A rrive a t New Delhi's International Airport. Following customs, immigration formalities and baggage collection, a Tales from India representative will meet you as you exit the arrival terminal building after which you would be transferred to your hotel.
India's capital and a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds - the ancient with the modern. Amidst the fast spiralling skyscrapers the remnants of a bygone time in the form of its many monuments stand as silent reminders to the region's ancient legacy. The first impressions for any visitor travelling in from the airport are of a spacious, garden city, tree-lined with a number of beautiful parks.
Upon arrival, proceed for check-in at your hotel.
Overnight at Hotel
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Day 2
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DELHI - AGRA ( 205 KMS/5 HRS DRIVE)
After buffet breakfast, morning, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Old Delhi . The tour will begin with a visit to Raj Ghat , a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; drive past the Red Fort continuing to the Jama Masjid by bicycle rickshaws , one of Asia's largest mosques. The magnificent Red Fort, overlooking the river Jamuna was built during the years 1638 - 48 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. The tour continues to Jama Masjid, one of Asia's largest mosques and which is viewed from the outside. People stream in and out of the mosque continuously and the presence of a nearby bazaar means That the area is rarely quiet.
Later you will be driven to New Delhi , which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition where one will be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets, colors and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st century standards.
The tour to Imperial Delhi will include a visit to the Qutab Minar , the tallest stone tower in India. Qutub-ud-din Aibak started it in 1199. Pulling down 27 Hindu and Jain temples and using their columns erected the attached Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque also built by him. Then visit Humayun's tomb , built by the widow of the second Mughal
Emperor, Humayun, it is an outstanding monument in the Indo-Persian style, a precursor of the Taj Mahal. The tour also includes a drive past the imposing India Gate , the Parliament building and the Rashtrapati Bhawan , the President's residence.
Indian Tandoori Lunch at Local restaurant.
After noon , you will drive from Delhi to Agra (205 KMS / 5 Hours). Also Pass the Sikandra before reaching Agra. Named after the Afghan ruler Sikander Lodi, Sikandra is better known today as the last resting place of Akbar. The Emperor began to build his own garden mausoleum during his lifetime, a red sandstone monument in a char-bagh or 4 square formal garden. A magnificent marble-inlaid gateway leads up to the open, airy, four-tiered structure, which is topped by a white marble cenotaph and screen on the fifth storey. This was added by Shahjehan who completed after his father's death.
Upon arrival in Agra, transfer to your hotel and check-in.
Dinner & Overnight at the Hotel.
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Day 3
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AGRA – FATEHPUR SIKRI - JAIPUR (234 Kms / 06 Hrs)
Agra in terms of ambiance is still associated with its Mughal period. The Mughals besides being great rulers were also great builders and they preserved their best architectural wonders for Agra & its neighbourhood. It has many wonderful monuments and the Taj Mahal, the greatest of them all, is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture at its best. The massive but elegant Agra Fort, the delicate artistry of Itimad-ud-daulah's tomb, the magnificent Taj and Akbar's deserted capital, Fatehpur Sikri, are each unique and outstanding. Their architectural genius can also be seen in the forts, palaces and aesthetically laid out gardens - each one a silent witness to a grand style of a golden era.
As visitors walk down the narrow, bustling streets, they can't help but wonder if the man contentedly smoking a hookah is a direct descendant of some bygone Mughal. Even the majority of the buildings in the modern areas of town such as the cantonment, date back over a hundred years.
Early morning, you will be taken for your sunrise tour of the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). Midway “ bicycle rickshaws ” would be waiting for you and will drop you at the gates of the Taj Mahal.
Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 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.
Return to your hotel after the sunrise tour for buffet breakfast.
After breakfast, visit Agra Fort - the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. This was the seat of Mughal rule and administration and the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River. Shah Jahan added the impressive quarters and the mosque while Aurangzeb added the outer ramparts. Visit its Hall of Public Audience and its Royal Pavilions.
After Lunch at Hotel, drive down to reach Jaipur en route you will visit Fatehpur Sikri , the deserted red sandstone city built by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the late 16th century. It was abandoned soon after it was built when the local wells went dry and it remains today in much the same condition that it was over 300 years ago. It is complete with palaces and mosques and used to be a town larger than London when it was originally constructed. Now it is an extraordinary place to wander around with its buildings in near perfect condition. At the foot of the ridge, an artificial lake has been created which forms one side of the city. The three other sides are protected by awesome walls with 9 gates. In 1584, only 14 years after moving here, Akbar abandoned this short-lived capital because of a shortage of water. Today the perfectly preserved public halls and private residences speak of a telling unity; it is an epic poem in red sandstone. Upon arrival in Jaipur, proceed for the check-in at the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight at Hotel
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Day 4 |
JAIPUR
Rajasthan's kingdoms are an enduring legacy to India's history. A land endowed with invincible forts, magnificent palaces ad waves of sand dunes and serene lakes. No other region in the country assembles the many paradoxes of India, as does the desert land of Rajasthan. By far it is the most colorful region in India.
Jaipur's past is never too far from hand. The city of victory, Jaipur presides over the fascinating desert state and its people: surrounded by rugged hills, each crowned by a formidable fort; and beautiful palaces, mansions and gardens dotted throughout its precincts. The palaces and forts of yesteryear that were witness to royal processions and splendor are now living monuments, accepted quite naturally into the lifestyles of the people of the "pink city". Except for the busy traffic of bicycles, cars and buses, little seems to have changed. There is a timeless quality to Jaipur's bazaars and its people. With its historical past, Jaipur revives legends of the ancient Rajputs. The dresses of the women and the turbans of the men add color to this fascinating city.
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven just outside Jaipur to the ancient capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar's most successful General, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17 th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amber was the seat of power. The fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Moat Lake. Ruins and remains are spread over the Aravalli hills and sprawling crenulated walls lattice the surrounding area.
An elephant will spare you the trouble of reaching up to the fortress. Once on top, stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamplight is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room.
En-route to Amber you will stop and see the `Palace of Winds ' , otherwise known as Hawa Mahal. It is really an elaborate facade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on in the street below. It is extremely intricate in its pink sandstone carving. The cool wind blows through its facade of windows and latticed screens through which the queens of the court once viewed the streets of the city.
After Lunch , you will visit the City Palace , which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armory, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings.
Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur, built in 1726 and is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day. The Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) is a landark of Jaipur and stands 5 stories high. The cool winds blows through its facade of windows and latticed screens through which the queens of the court once viewed the streets of the city.
Return to the hotel after your sightseeing tour.
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 5 |
DAY 5 JAIPUR – DELHI ( 245 KMS/ 4 HRS DRIVE)
After Buffet breakfast –you will be driven to Delhi ( 245 kms/4 hrs)
Upon arrival Chinese Lunch at Local restaurant.
Afternoon free for shopping than transfer to airport to catch international flight
0050 Departure for Bangkok by Indian airline
0550 Arrival Bangkok
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Min. 02 paxs up & Join tour with English Speaking Guide
Period : October 2007 - March 2008
Rates in Thai Baht per person
PRICE PER PERSON |
3 STARS HOTEL |
4 STARS HOTEL |
5 STARS HOTEL |
MINIMUM 2 PAX
(BASED ON HALF TWIN SHARING) |
35,500.- |
38,000.- |
56,000.- |
Hotel list
3 STARS HOTEL
DELHI SUNSTAR GRAND WWW.HOTELSUNSTARGRAND.COM
AGRA PUSHPVILLA WWW.DEEDARETAJ.NET
JAIPUR COMFORT INN
4 STARS HOTEL
DELHI WESTEND INN WWW.HOTELWESTENDINN.COM
AGRA HOLIDAY INN WWW.HOLIDAY-INN.COM
JAIPUR HOLIDAY INN WWW.HOLIDAY-INN.COM
5 STARS HOTEL
DELHI VASANT CONTINENTAL WWW.JAYPEEHOTELS.COM
AGRA JAYPEE PALACE WWW.JAYPEEHOTELS.COM
JAIPUR COUNTRY INN & SUITES WWW.COUNTRYINNS.COM
price included:
- Return air ticket BKK-DEL-BKK by Indian airline included tax and fuel charge
- Accommodation on Twin Sharing basis at all places.
- 01 night in Delhi / 01 night in Agra & 02 nights in Jaipur.
- Local English speaking guide as per program.
- All meals as per program.
- Entrance fees at all monuments as per program.
price exclude:
- Serive charge 5.7% incase of pay by credit card
- Indian Visa Fee (Need 5 working day to apply & cost Thb. 2800)
- Any personal expenses such as Telephone, Laundry
- Tips to driver (not compulsory US$5.-/day)
- Tips to guide (not compulsory US$10.-/day)
NOTE : ALL PRICE AND ITINERARY ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE |
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