Cultural Golden Triangle With Bengal Tiger (8 Days)

Cultural Golden Triangle With Bengal Tiger (8 Days) Itinerary

1. Day 01:  Delhi IGI airport by flight
   
   As you arrive at the IGI airport in Delhi, our representative will greet you in a traditional way with a garland signifying rich Indian hospitality. You will be then transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
2. Day 02:  Delhi
   
   After breakfast, get ready for a splendid sightseeing experience in Delhi, the national capital. Delhi has witnessed some of the most major occurrences in history and houses numerous historical wonders. Visit Qutub Minar, world’s tallest minaret standing at a height of 72.5 meters (237.8 ft). Thereafter, visit the majestic Humayun Tomb built in the memory of Mughal emperor Humayun in1562. Your next visit will be to the Lotus Temple also known with the name of Bahá’í House of Worship. This temple looks like a lotus and is open to all, regardless of religion.To explore the history of India, you will also visit Raj Gath, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Evening hours will be spent at Chandni Chowk, a popular marketplace in the Old Delhi. Drive past the magnificent looking President house as you are dropped to your hotel for an overnight stay.Special Activity: Cycle Rikshaw Ride in Old Delhi, Sound & Light Show at Red Fort
3. Day 03:  Delhi – Jaipur drive (250 Km/ 5 hrs)
   
   Breakfast at hotel and later take a drive to Jaipur. Check into hotel for 02 nights’ lavish stay. The day is free to explore the colorful cultures and rich history of Jaipur city on your own. Overnight stay at the hotel.
4. Day 04:  Jaipur
   
   A splendid breakfast at your hotel and take a drive to the Pink city of Rajasthan, Jaipur. The pink city has numerous historical charms and takes you deep into the memory lanes.  After breakfast proceed for excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur followed by Elephant ride (optional & direct payment) to the fort. Stop for photography at Jal Mahal,Later walled city tour by walk:
   The sightseeing tour starts with City Palace, a majestic palace flaunting a mix of Rajasthani and Mughal art and architecture. Next, you will visit the Jantar Mantar, housing nineteen architectural astronomical instruments set up here by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II. Hawa Mahal of Jaipur is a must visit place standing right in the city center. This red and pink sandstone monument has 953 small windows which were once used by royal women to observe everyday life and festivals celebrated in the street without being seen. The evening is free to explore the vibrant Bangle street of Jaipur city brimming with beautiful bangles, spices, Rajasthani attires, juttis, and much more. The day ends at Ramachandra ji temple with a beautiful city view.Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.Special Activity: Evening dinner with Indian family along with cooking demo.
5. Day 05:  Jaipur – Ranthambore drive (180 Km/ 4 hrs)
   
   Leisurely breakfast at the hotel and later take a drive to Ranthambore. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel for 02 nights stay. The day is free to enjoy at leisure while cherishing surrounding nature. Overnight stay at the hotel.
6. Day 06:  Ranthambore: AM & PM Game
   
   After breakfast, today you will enjoy exciting tiger safari at Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary. It is a famous wildlife heaven known for spotting tigers. You get some amazing opportunities to spot tigers closely apart from many other animals like Indian leopard, nilgai, wild boar, sambar, striped hyena, sloth bear, etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.
7. Day 07:  Ranthambore – Agra drive (265 Km/ 6.5 hrs) via Fatehpur Sikri
   
   Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and later drive to Agra. En route you will visit Fatehpur Sikri, a city of great historical importance. It was set up by Mughal emperor Akbar in the year 1570 and houses numerous wonders belonging to that era, including Buland Darwaza, Palace of Jodha Bai, Birbal Bhawan and Panch Mahal. Continue your drive to Agra, upon arrival, check into your hotel for an overnight stay.
8. Day 08: Agra – Delhi drive (205 Km/ 3 hrs) using expressway & Onward Journey
   
   Get ready for an amazing Taj visit by sunrise. Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday) is an epitome of true love built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. This mausoleum shines bright in white marble and it has earned a place among the New 7 Wonders of the World. Also, visit Agra Fort and explore the markets around to shop some beautiful souvenirs to take back home. Afternoon drive to Delhi. On arrival, you will be transferred to Delhi International airport to catch a flight for your onward journey.