through the golden triangle

through the Golden Triangle

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prepared by INDEBO 04 Aug 2014

Summary

India is a vast country with diverse cultures, regions & religious practices. It is a land of intricacies. It has a fantastical blend of architectural value with a blend of dynasties which have ruled India in the past. Mauryans in Delhi, Rajputs in Jaipur, Mughals in Agra and Cholas down the South. The exquisite architecture and beautifully painted frescoes can be seen in the entire Northern India.

The Golden Triangle of northern India shows some of the highlights of this country. Delhi, an intricate weave of history, culture and dreams. The capital of a nation which is as old as time...the pink city of Jaipur – the erstwhile Rajput capital and Agra – the former capital of the Mughal empire. A village visit enroute will provide an insight into the life of simple country folks.

This will be a journey of sights, sounds & flavour. A taste of the local cuisine will make you want for more.

Program Highlights

- Five UNESCO World Heritage sites- Humayun's tomb in Delhi ; Jantar Mantar in Jaipur ; Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort & the Taj Mahal in Agra .- Discover India through it's people- Explore the iconic sites of India- Live cooking demonstration with a meal - Meet with a local family at their home- Visits to local markets- Early morning Yoga session - Visit to a village- A session of Turban tying and saree draping


Daywise program

DAY ONEARRIVE DELHI (No Meals)

Most international flights arrive late in the eveningYou will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel - the Broadway

DAY TWOIN DELHI (B)

In the morning explore Old Delhi. Visit Rajghat – Mahatma Gandhi's final resting place. Cycle rickshaw ride to Jama Masjid (India's largest mosque) and the Chandni Chowk market.Take a walk with a former street child and hear the story of the street children to give us a view of their world through their eyes. This walk takes you on a journey through the backstreets of Delhi. Feel free to question and learn as much as you can.

In the afternoon visit the poignant war memorial “India gate”, before passing by the Parliamennt House, the President's palace. Visit the Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world. Also explore the red sandstone Humayun's tomb, the finest Mughal building in Delhi.

DAY THREEDELHI / JAIPUR (B)

Today you will drive (approx. 5 hrs) to the Pink city of Jaipur - the capital of the desert state of Rajasthan. Here you will stay in the Shahpura House.

In the evening visit the Birla Mandir and witness its evening aarti ceremony


http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/

http://www.shahpurahouse.com/

DAY FOURIN JAIPUR (B)

In the morning drive past the round abouts of the main markets of Jaipur seeing the local flower and vegetable markets. Visit the massive Amber Fort. Ascend/ descend the fort by jeeps. Later visit the City Palace, a former royal residence, one of the finest examples of the 18th century architecture, a melding of Mughal and Rajput architecture, and the museum's superlative collection. Next see the Jantar Mantar, the biggest of five observatories built by Maharaja Jai Singh. Drive past the lavish Hawa Mahal with its jali screens and porches.

In the evening try your hands at a cooking demonstartion of Indian cuisine. Enjoy a dinner hosted by a local Indian family and spend time with the family giving you a chance to learn about the daily life of a typical Indian family.

DAY FIVEJAIPUR / KARAULI (B)

Today you will drive into the countryside and check in at an authentic heritage property converted into a hotel - the Bhanwar Vilas Palace.

In the afternoon leave for a village visit where you will see local handicraft shops like lacker work, bangle making, wooden toys, bamboo items, traditional sweets etc being made.

DAY SIXIN KARAULI (B)

Early morning – a Yoga session at the hotel. After breakfast visit an organic dairy, organic farming. Visit a school and a handicraft workshop. Later visit the 500 year old city palace full of frescos, fine stone carvings & paintings. Also visit the Krishna temple. Later visit the 600 year old step-well.

In the evening, the men will participate in a turban tying session while the women will participate in a session of saree draping.


http://www.karauli.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=frontpage&Itemid=1

DAY SEVENKARAULI / FATEHPUR SIKRI / AGRA (B)

Today drive to Agra with a stop at the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri enroute (approx. 7 hrs including visit). Arrive in Agra and check-in at hotel Atulyaa Taj. The roof top of this hotel offers a very good view of the Taj Mahal.

Late afternoon visit the tomb of Itmad- Ud- Daula. It is an exquisite marble tomb inlaid with semi-precious stones, this mausoleum on the bank of the Yamuna River exhibits a strong Persian influence. Later visit Mehtab bagh, located on the bank of river Yamuna opposite to the Taj Mahal. The garden complex is a huge square in straight alignment with the Taj Mahal. The bagh offers a magnificent view of the Taj Mahal.

DAY EIGHTAGRA / DELHI(B)

After an early breakfast, visit the Taj Mahal. Emperor Shahjahan invited master craftsmen from as far as Italy and Persia to help design his ambitious tribute to love. The Taj Mahal is phenomenal not only in beauty but in the deep planning and design that went into its making, and the ethereal idea of immortalizing love. Delicate carvings in marble vie with gorgeous pietra dura for attention. Lapis-lazuli, Cornelian, Mother of pearl, Agate and Emerald are inlayed in floral and geometrical patterns in the marble itself. This enchanting mausoleum, took 22 years to complete with the help of an estimated 20000 workers.Later visit the Red Fort. Within the fort there are a number of exquisite buildings like the Moti Masjid - a white marble mosque akin to a perfect pearl; Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-I-Khaas, Musamman Burj, Jahangir's Palace; Khaas Mahal and Shish Mahal.

In the afternoon drive to Delhi in time for dinner and to reach the airport in time for your flight back home.


http://www.hotelatulyaataj.com/

Tour Cost

Currency: EURO

Validity: 01 Oct 2014 to 31 March 201505 – 09 paying persons on twin sharing basis Euro 465 /- per person

10 – 14 paying persons on twin sharing basis + 1 TL Free Euro 485 /- per person


Single room supplement Euro 170 /-

Supplement for Lunch (payable by all including TL) Euro 65 /-per person

Supplement for Dinner (payable by all including TL) Euro 70 /- per person

Validity: Peak period 20 Dec 2014 to 05 Jan 2015 (with compulsory gala dinner on X-Mas & New Year's eve)05 – 09 paying persons on twin sharing basis Euro 520/- per person



Single room supplement Euro 170 /-

Supplement for Lunch (payable by all including TL) Euro 65 /-per person

Supplement for Dinner (payable by all including TL) Euro 60 /- per person


Above cost is based on the following hotel selection :CITY HOTEL ROOM CATEGORY

Delhi Broadway Standard

Jaipur Shahpura House Standard

Karauli Bhanwar Vilas Palace Standard

Agra Atulyaa Taj Standard

The rates given in the quotation include the following specific services: Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure by an INDEBO representative. Accommodation in the hotels mentioned, or similar for a total of 07 nights Meal Plan : Room & Breakfast basis Presently applicable Government taxes, which are subject to change. Check in and check out time at all hotels is 12 noon unless otherwise specified Services of local English speaking guides Currently applicable entrance fees to places of visit as per the itinerary. Transportation by an air conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary. Professional and service charges for preparation and operation of the tour program.

The rates include only the services listed above and those mentioned in the enclosed itinerary.

The rates do not include: Items of a personal nature such as cost of telephone calls, table drinks, laundry, tips, camera fees etc. Any international air fares, visa charges, airport taxes on departure.


http://www.hotelatulyaataj.com/

http://www.karauli.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=frontpage&Itemid=1

http://www.shahpurahouse.com/

http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/

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We suggest that clients should be covered by travel, medical, health and other types of insurance. These cannot be obtained in India. Payment Terms Payment for the above tour will be in EURO by one of the following options:

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Cancellation Policy (1-9 pax):

If the tour is cancelled Cancellation charge

Up to 45 days prior to the date of arrival 15% of the total tour cost

Less than 45 days and up to 30 days prior to the date of arrival 40% of the total tour cost


Less than 15 days Full tour cost

Cancellation Policy: (10-19 pax)

If the tour is cancelled Cancellation charge

Up to 90 days prior to the date of arrival 15% of the total tour cost


Less than 45 days Full tour cost

Notes:


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