DELHI AGRA JAIPUR WITH UDAIPUR TOUR PACKAGES (
TOUR CODE - EVT - 08 - 03 )
Exotique Vacation is
the best way to experience Royal Indian Hospitality at an incredible
value for money. You have the flexibility of creating your own
itinerary as per your preferences using the luxurious hotels of the
Oberoi Group of hotels in different locations in India. With the
special Exotique Vacation package, we have included the transfers,
visits, breakfast and entrance fees etc so that you get the complete
package under one roof
EXOTIQUE VACATIONS
TOUR CODE - EVT - 08 - 03
Duration : 10 Nights / 11 Days
Destinations Covered : Mumbai - Udaipur - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi
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your tour to DELHI
AGRA JAIPUR WITH UDAIPUR TOUR PACKAGES
DAY
01 : ARRIVE MUMBAI Arrive Mumbai you will be met by the
representative of Exptique Expeditions and transferred to
hotel THE OBEROI.
Bombay was
originally a cluster of seven Koli islands inhabited by fishermen. These
islands were a part of Gujarat. When the Muslim ruler Sultan Muhamed
Begada captured the islands, Bombay was till then inhabited by the
Hindus. Vasco da Gama a Portuguese was the first man to discover the sea
route to Bombay
After repeated attacks, the Sultan of Gujarat
handed over the islands to the Portuguese in 1534
The Portuguese
could not find any use for them and in1661 the island of Bombay was
given to Charles 11 of England as part of the dowry when he got married
to Catherine of Braganza., sister of the Portuguese king
A few
years later Charles 11 took possession of the remaining islands. In
1668,the East India Company a trading company based in Surat (Gujarat),
took over on lease the island of Bombay due to its strategic location
and port advantage, Bombay soon became an important trading port.
Development and reclamation started and the then Governor Gerald Aungier
(1672-1677) encouraged business men from all over to come and settle.
Historians have given him the title of "Father of Bombay"
because it was in this period Bombay boomed. to become a prime
commercial centre
Overnight at the hotel
DAY 02 : IN MUMBAI
Breakfast at
the hotel.
Morning excursion to the Elephanta Island - one hour
boat ride across Mumbai Harbour brings you to the lush green Elephanta
Island. Here, visit some of the huge and intricately carved Elephanta
Caves that date back to the 8th century. For rows of massive columns
cut into solid rock from three magnificent avenues, lead to the
outstanding three-headed sculpture representing Brahma the Creator,
Vishnu the Preserver and Shiva the Destroyer. Dedicated to Shiva, the
beauty and power of these phenomenal sculptures depicting the various
manifestations of Shiva is overpowering.
Afternoon city tour of
Bombay - the great port city with its Victorian Gothic buildings from
the British Raj Era mingling with the modern. The tour includes 'Gateway
of India' overlooking the Harbour, the 'Towers of Silence', 'Marine
Drive', the 'Colaba Causeway' - the commercial heart of Bombay
and the Dhobi Ghat, the unique and colourful outdoor 'laundry'. Drive
upto the Malabar Hill to the lovely 'Hanging
Gardens' and the Kamla Nehru Park from where you will get a
wonderful view of Mumbai and the Arabian Sea, spread out before you.
Also visit Mani Bhawan, a small museum
dedicated to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhi, and the bustling
Crawford Market
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 03 : MUMBAI -UDAIPUR(BY AIR)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today you will be transferred to the
airport in time to board the flight for Udaipur.
Udaipur, once
known as Mewar, is the land that produced a galaxy of patriots and
heroes in quick succession, people who etched the name of Rajasthan in
every corner of the world. The Mewar dynasty traces its roots to the
Sun God. Its history has been a continuous struggle for freedom of
religion, thought and land against other Rajput groups as well as the
overbearing Mughals and Muslims of bygone eras. Its act of patriotism,
heroism, magnanimous behaviour and love for independence can never
find any match in the annals of any country.
Udaipur remained
untouched from Mughal religious and aesthetics influences and remained
so till the coming of the Europeans. Maharana Fateh Singh of Udaipur
was the only royalty who did not attend the Delhi Durbar for King
George V in 1911. This fierce sense of independence earned them the
highest gun salute in Rajasthan, 19 against the 17 each of Jaipur,
Jodhpur, Bundi, Bikaner, Kota and Karauli. Udaipur retained its
romantic quality and Rosita Forbes, who passed this land of bravery
during the decline of the British Raj, described it as "like no
other place on earth
Upon arrival at the airport, you wil be
transferred to THE OBEROI UDAIVILAS
Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 04: IN UDAIPUR
Breakfast at
the hotel.
This morning you will be given the city tour.
City tour of Udaipur - The tour will cover the magnificent City
Palace, the Jagdish temple, the pleasure gardens and a drive around
the other nearby lakes.
Later you will enjoy a cruise by private
boat on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the lake you have a
wonderful view of the City Palace stretching along the east bank,
while the south bank has pleasant gardens running down to the
waterside
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel
DAY 05: UDAIPUR-JAIPUR(BY AIR)
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning you will be transferred to
the airport in time to board flight for Jaipur.
Jaipur, the pink
city was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, a Kachhwaha Rajput,
who ruled from 1699-1744. Initially his capital was Amber, which lies
at a distance of 11kms from Jaipur. He felt the need of shifting his
capital city with the increase in population and growing scarcity of
water. Jaipur is the first planned city of India and the King took
great interest while designing this city of victory. He consulted
several books on architecture and architects before making the lay out
of Jaipur
In 1853, when Prince of Wales visited Jaipur, the whole
city was painted in Pink color to welcome him. Still, the neat and
broadly laid-out avenues, painted in pink provide a magical charm to
the city. Jaipur is rich in its cultural and architectural beauty,
which can be traced in the various historical and aesthetic places
that reside in the city. This city of victory really wins the hearts
of the people with its splendid charisma.
Upon arrival at
Jaipur, check in at THE OBEROI RAJVILAS.
Rest of the day at leisure
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 06: IN JAIPUR
Breakfast at
the hotel.
This morning you will be given excursion to Amber Fort
followed by the city tour of Jaipur.
Tour of the impressive
Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At
the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the
slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the
time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century,
took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a
fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.
Tour of the Pink City - Your tour will include the imposing City
Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are
now open to the public. Many antiques and artefacts belonging to the
ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You
will also visit the Hawa Mahal, "Palace of the Winds", and
the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical
instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before
returning to your hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 07: JAIPUR AGRA (232 KMS/145 MILES)
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning leave Jaipur
for Agra by air conditioned vehicle.
Agra has a rich historical
background, which is amply evident from the numerous historical
monuments in and around the city.
Though the heritage of Agra
city is linked with the Mughal dynasty, numerous other rulers also
contributed to the rich past of this city. Modern Agra was founded by
Sikandar Lodhi (Lodhi dynasty; Delhi Sultanate) in the 16th century.
Babar (founder of the Mughal dynasty) also stayed for sometime in Agra
and introduced the concept of square Persian-styled gardens here.
Agra came to its own when Shahjahan ascended to the throne of Mughal
Empire. He marked the zenith of Mughal architecture, when he built the
Taj in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
En-route visit
Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri -
Impressive sandstone fortress of Fatehpur Sikri. The fort was built in
the 16th century and only occupied for a few years before being
abandoned, leaving the buildings in virtually perfect conditions.
Continue drive to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra - check-in at the hotel.
Thereafter, visit the Red Fort, which was built by Akbar as his
citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style
Arrive Agra and check at the OBEROI AMARVILAS.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 08 : IN AGRA
Breakfast at
the hotel.
This morning you will be given the city tour of Agra.
Red Fort - lies on the bend of the
river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. Akbar built it as his
citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It
has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.
Taj
Mahal Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder
which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to
Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his
beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be
completed and was designed and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa.
Apart from it's stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj
is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved
screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
Rest of the
day free
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 09 : AGRA DELHI(202 KMS/126 MILES)
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning leave Agra for
Delhi by air conditioned vehicle.
New Delhi, the capital and the
third largest city of India is a fusion of the ancient and the modern.
Standing along the West End of Gangetic Plain, the capital city,
Delhi, unwinds a picture rich with culture, architecture and human
diversity, deep in history, monuments, museums, galleries, gardens and
exotic shows. Comprising of two contrasting yet harmonious parts, the
Old Delhi and New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India.
Narrating the city's Mughal past, Old Delhi, takes you
through the labyrinthine streets passing through formidable mosques,
monuments and forts. You will also discover lively and colorful
bazaars that boast to cater all sorts of good and items at
mind-blowing prices amidst a barely controlled chaotic ambience. The
imperial city of New Delhi displays the finely curved architecture of
British Raj.
It generates a mesmerizing charm reflecting
well-composed and spacious streets under the shade of beautifully
lined avenues of trees and tall and imposing government buildings.
Upon arrival check in at THE OBEROI.
Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 10 : IN DELHI
Breakfast at
the hotel.
This morning you will be given the city tour of Old
and New Delhi.
Old Delhi. Visit
the former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments,
narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the vast Red Fort,
built in 1648, the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and
completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the
Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to
Mahatma Gandhi. A unique experience of taking 'rickshaw ride' from the
Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street,
experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue heading
west from the Fort. Chandni Chowk - literally means "moonlit
crossroads" and an area which best represents the "super-Oriental"
- the glory and the guile; the grandeur and the grime, with its
crowded bazaars, twisting lanes, maze of small streets strange aromas,
the pungent odour of Oriental spices, the cries of shopkeepers,
coolies and "rickshaw-walas" and the clatter and whirr of
furious industry.
New Delhi -
drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era
designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate
& the Presidential Palace.
Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb
of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. End
the tour at the towering minaret of Qutab
Minar
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 11 : LEAVE DELHI
You will
be met by the representative of Exotique Expeditions at the hotel and
transferred to the airport, in time to connect your onward flight.
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RATE
Net per person rate
subject to 02 persons traveling together.
Validity of rates 1st October 2011 till 15th April 2012
| |
EVT-08-03 |
| Two pax traveling together |
USD 3999 Per Person |
| Supplement from 11-25 Nov 2010 and 01-28 Feb 2011 |
USD 399 per person |
Not valid from 19th December 2011 till 05th January 2012
The above rates include the following:
