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FALCON Tours and Travels |
# 25, 2nd Floor, 1st Main Road , "C" Cross
Manuvana, |
Vijayanagar |
Bangalore - 560 040 |
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Mobile:- +91-09343537525
Mobile:- +91-09900597525
Tel:- +91-80-32521333
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1748 Stuart Pointe Lane |
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Herndon, VA 20170 |
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Phone:- 703-932-7495 |
E-mail |
rajvijayakumar@falcontt.org |
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DAY01 : DELHI |
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Meet on arrival and transfer to a Hotel. Depending on your arrival, half-day sightseeing, and visit to Humayun's Tomb - The Tomb was built by Humayun's widowed Queen Haji Begum, in the 16th century AD. Architecturally the forerunner of the Taj Mahal, it stands in Nizamuddin which shows the Mughal architecture at its best. Qutub Minar - The Qutub Minar made of red sandstone rising to the height of 72.5mts is an architectural marvel of the 13 th century. Also a must is the visit to Ashoka Pillar dating back to the 5 th century. Though made of iron it has with stood the weathers of time. A very interesting belief is assigned to this pillar- Stand with your back to the pillar, and if you can hold your hands around it, then make a wish and it will surely come true. India Gate - India Gate is a majestic high arch, 42 meters high, built as a memorial to the Indian soldiers killed in the World War I. Beneath it burns an eternal flame. From the base of the arch one can get a good view of the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Return back to hotel, dinner and overnight.
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DAY02 : DELHI / AGRA |
Morning after breakfast checkout and proceed to Agra. On arrival check into Hotel and afternoon half a day sight seeing by visiting Taj Mahal - Sheer poetry in marble. Majesty and magnificence, unrivalled. The Taj Mahal, the one and only one of its kind across the world. The monumental labour of love of a great ruler for his beloved queen. The ultimate realization of Emperor Shahjahan's dream. One of the wonders of the world. From 1631 A.D., it took 22 years in the making. An estimated 20,000 people worked to complete the enchanting mausoleum, on the banks of the Yamuna. For a breathtaking beautiful view of the Taj Mahal, see it by moonlight. Open : 6 days a week (Closed on Friday's), Sunrise - 7.30 p.m. Agra Fort - The great Mughal Emperor Akbar commissioned the construction of the Agra Fort in 1565, A.D. although additions were made till the time of his grandson Shahjahan. The forbidding exteriors of this fort hide an inner paradise. There are a number of exquisite buildings like Moti Masjid - a white marble mosque akin to a perfect pearl; Diwan-Am, Diwan-E-Khaas, Musamman Burj - where Shahjahan died in 1666 A.D. Jahangir's Palace; Khaas Mahal and Shish Mahal. Fatehpur Sikri and evening free for shopping. Return back to hotel, dinner and overnight.
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Morning after breakfast checkout and proceed to Jaipur, on arrival check into Hotel and half day sight seeing, visit to City palace- Located in the heart of the walled city, The City Palace Complex gives you an idea about the farsightedness of the founder of Jaipur Sawai Jai Singh. He left behind a legacy of some of the most imposing and magnificent architecture, art and craft structure in the city. Sawai Jai Singh built its many buildings but some of some of the structures were also built by later rulers and some of them are even dated in the in the twentieth century too. The palace is a blend of Mughal and Rajasthani architecture and the royal family still lives in a part of the palace. Jantar Mantar - Across the road from the palaces is the famous Jantar Mantar one of the five observatories in India. Built by Sawai Jai Singh, this is one of the largest and the best preserved. A passionate hobby of the king in the field of Astronomy, numerology, insighted him to execute this observatory and with the help of skilled labourers, they managed to create a collection of complex astronomical instruments chiselled out of stone and most of which continues to provide accurate information to this day. Jaigarh Fort - The Jaigarh fort is the most spectacular of the three-hilltop forts that overlook Jaipur. In Mughal times, the Jaipur region was a major weapon-producing centre for the Mughal and Rajput rulers, several of which are on display in the fort's museum. Return back to hotel, dinner and overnight.
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| DAY04 : JAIPUR |
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Morning after breakfast proceed to full day city tour visit to Nahargarh Fort - Nahargarh Fort is located on the sheer rugged ridge of Aravali Hills and it forms an impressive northern backdrop of Jaipur. It looks most classy when floodlit at night. The fort overlooks the city and presents a glittering view of the city lights. It was built in 1734 and extended in 1868. Nahargarh meaning abode of the tigers was built by Jai Singh to bolster the defence of Amber. Hawa Mahal - Poet king Sawai Pratap Singh built this palace of winds. This is the most easily recalled landmarks of Jaipur and is also its icon. Located in the city Palace it is best viewed from the outside for the palace is really a facade. This five-storey building overlooking the busy Bazaar Street is a stunning example of Rajput architecture and artistry with its pink delicately honeycombed 953 sandstone windows known as 'jharokhas'. It was originally built for the ladies of the royal household to watch everyday life and processions in the city from their veiled comfort. Kanak Vrindavan - Not so old but definitely an exquisitely land scaped gardens with beautifully carved temple in beige stone, which is a vast complex with terrace sites all around and intricately carved marble columns and lattices. Located in the foothills of Nahargarh hills on the way towards Amer, this complex is a popular spot for picnic and film shoots. Galtaji - It is an ancient pilgrimage centre lying beyond the gardens amidst low hills. Temples, pavilions and holy kunds (natural spring and water tanks) along with lush landscape make it a delightful spot. The small temple of the Sun God built by Diwan Kriparam on the top of the highest peak is a visible city landmark. Return back to hotel, dinner and overnight. |
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| DAY05 : JAIPUR / DELHI |
Morning after breakfast checkout and proceed back to Delhi for your onward journey. Tours Ends.
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