North india with
Goa
Duration : 33 Nights / 34 Days
Places to Visit : Delhi –Jaipur- Agra
–Delhi- Goa- Mumbai Day 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
On arrival meet and assist at the airport and transfer to pre booked hotel for
overnight stay. ( incase if flight is arriving at day time , sight seeing &
meals will be provided as per that.)
Delhi : India’s capital
& a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis
which successfully combines in its fold the ancient & the modern. Its strategic
location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their
seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind . The
division between New & Old Delhi is the distinction between the capitals of
the British & the Moghuls respectively. So, wherever the visitor goes, he
will invariably confront the citys’ past.
Suggested Hotel :
Deluxe
: The Connaught :
http://www.connaughthoteldelhi.com/
Luxury : The Imperial :
www.theimperialindia.com
Day 02 : DELHI – Jaipur After breakfast, Half day city tour of
modern capital of India. Visit India Gate, the Presidents House & the Parliament.
Visit Humayun's Tomb : built in mid 16th century this is an early example of Mughal
architecture; Qutab Minar. After lunch drive to Jaipur - The capital city of the
state of Rajasthan also know as “Pink City” owes its name, its foundation
and planning to the great warrior astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II. The city of
Jaipur has broad avenues. The city sits on a dry lake bed in a wild and somewhat
arid landscape, surrounded by barren hills surmounted by fortresses and crenellated
walls.
JAIPUR - The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can
be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who
ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana.
In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains it's character
and history - A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Popularly known
as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered
stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria.
Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite
temples and lush gardens. Arrive Jaipur in the evening and check in at hotel.
Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Suggested Hotel :
Deluxe : Alisar Haveli :
www.alsisar.com
Luxury : Samode Haveli :
www.samode.com Super
Luxury : Raj Vilas Palace :
www.oberoihotels.com
Day 03 : Jaipur Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for a morning
excursion will be taken to the Amber Fort. Enjoy the fort ascent on elephant back
in a royal manner.
AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic
Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and
completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. It's forbidding exterior belies an inner
paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's ultimate
expression.
After noon after lunch explore the remaining sight seeing of :
CITY PALACE - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani
architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled
city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace
Museum.
JANTAR MANTAR - This is the largest and the best preserved
of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country.
This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds"
is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Its five-storey structure of sandstone plastered
pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953
niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand
for the palace women. Jaipur is considered as a shoppers paradise for Textile
& Jewelers. Late afternoon, free time will be given for visiting local markets
.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
:
Day 04: Jaipur – ( FATEHPUR
SIKRI) – Agra Breakfast at Hotel, drive to Jaipur en-route visiting
“Abhaneri” “Fatehpur Sikri” Abhaneri : hardly any people knows
( including most of the travel agent from India too ) a place call " Abhaneri"
situated between Agra & Jaipur. Is famuse for 8th Centuary temple & a
special 8th Centuary Monument called " Chand Baouri" is about 100 feet
deep open well with flights of steps on three side , no body has been able to
count the steps. One can see the royal toilets with carved windows and Jhrokhas,
which was used by the king & queen.
Fatehpur Sikri : abandoned
Mughal city of built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, was the old capital of the Moghuls,
which was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful
buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal & other
Palaces which are still preserved in its original glory.
Overnight will be
in Jaipur.
Arrive Agra by later afternoon / Evening , check inn at Hotel.
Overnight stay at Agra.
Suggested Hotel :
Deluxe : Jaypee Palace :
www.jaypeehotels.com
Luxury : Taj View :
www.tajhotels.com Super Luxury
: Amar Vilas :
www.oberoihotels.com
Day 05 : Agra --- Delhi Early morning before breakfast Go for the highlight
of the day – visit The Taj Mahal at sunrise (Please note that Taj Mahal is
closed on Friday), which was constructed by Shah Jahan in memoryof his wife Mumtaz
Mahal. Contruction of the Taj began in 1631 and was not completed until 1653.
Return to hotel for breakfast . Proceed for sight-seeing after breakfast. Later
on proceed for remaining sight seeing of Agra , which include, Red fort, which
was built by Emperor Akbar in 1565, and additions were made up until the time
of his grandson, Shah Jahan. It contains the hall of public and private audiences
amongst many other beautiful structures; After Lunch drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi
by late afternoon/ early evening . Check inn at Hotel. Free time to relax.
Overnight stay at Delhi.
Day 06 : Delhi – Goa Breakfast
at Hotel. Check out from Hotel and go for a short tour of Old Delhi. Later on
Departure Transfer to Airport to fly Goa.
Flight No. : S2 - 117 ( Sahara Airways)
Departure at Delhi : 12 :35 PM
Arrival Goa at : 15:00 PM
On arrival at
Goa, welcome, assistance and transfer to hotel, check Inn . Rest of the afternoon
free to relax near the beach .
Overnight stay at Goa.
About Goa
: Colourful festivals. Warm and gracious people. Superb cuisine. Goa is one
of India's most laid back, yet sophisticated and exciting , destinations. From
miles and miles of sunny beaches, to the splendors of its quaint cities, towns
and cobbled alleyways, Goa is more than just beaches and sunshine. and abundant
wildlife topped with the legendary warmth and hospitality of the Goan people.
And away from the beaten track , travelers discover a romantic and othercentury
goa in its medieval small towns, and beautiful villagers, with rich flora and
fauna. There is so much to see and yet at the end of it all you feel there's too
little time. A truly exhilarating out of this world experience that only Goa can
provide. Whether it's fun adventure , sunshine, spirituality or just plain relaxation,
you don't need to look beyond the magical land of Goa.
Suggested Hotel :
Deluxe : Varca Palms Beach Resort :
www.ushashriramhotels.com
Luxury : Fort Aquada Beach Resort :
www.tajhotels.com
Day 07 : Goa / Till Day 26 : Stay at Goa Breakfast at hotel. you
will move ahead for full day Sight seeing over Goa : Visit Old Goa, the most important
Cathedrals and Churches : Se – Cathedral, Church of St. Francis Xavier, St.
Catherine’s Church, Arch of Vice Roy of Goa.
Se-Cathedral Church
: The Portuguese Viceroy Redondo commissioned the Se, or St. Catherine's'
Cathedral, southwest of St. Cajetan's, to be "a grandiose church worthy of
the wealth, power and fame of the Portuguese who dominated the seas from the Atlantic
to the Pacific". Today it stands larger than any church in Portugal, although
it was beset by problems, not least a lack of funds and Portugal's temporary loss
of independence to Spain. It took eighty years to build and was not consecrated
until 1640.
The Church of St. Francis Xavier : It is built of
laterite plastered with lime mortar, with tiled roof supported by wooden rafters
is a plain chapel with only one altar. Architecturally, it is of the Doric order.
The Chapel was within the enclosure of the College of St. Paul and was dedicated
either to St. Anthony or to St. Jerome. As the chapel was used by St. Francis
Xavier, it was rededicated to him after his canonization in 1622. The original
chapel was in existence in 1545. With the outbreak of the epidemic and the consequent
abandoning of the college of St. Paul in 1570, the chapel fell into ruins and
the present chapel was built in 1884.
Location : Old Goa, Panjim, Goa.
The Chapel Of St. Catherine : Further to the west of the Church of St.
Francis of Assisi is the chapel of St. Catherine. Built of laterite blocks it
has a tower on either side of the façade. The chapel in the interior, having
only one altar is plain .
Day 27 : Goa – Mumbai Breakfast
at Hotel. Day free to explore Goa , Later on Departure Transfer to Airport to
fly your onward destination.
*** Please note that incase if you can’t
book a Direct international flight from Goa on your way back, you can fly to Mumbai
and take a international Flight. ( there are many flight during the day ) as an
example an evening flight like
Flight No. : 9W 474 ( Jet Airways)
Departure
at Goa : 16:15 PM
Arrival Mumbai at : 17:15 PM
On arrival at Mumbai ,
our representative will transfer you to Hotel, Check Inn . Afternoon Mumbai City
tour.
Mumbai : This city, a union of seven islands, was named
by its natives after the goddess Mumbadevi. After the Portuguese occupied the
islands in 1534, they renamed it Bom Bahia, for the natural harbour, which served
as a safe place for its ships. The religious and business pursuits pulled people
to Mumbai from all over the country. When the Portuguese left the land the city
started developing into a metropolitan city and an industrial center. Today, the
city is the country's financial and cultural centre and also owns a thriving film
industry. This is the city of dreams where people come to strike their luck .
Overnight stay at Mumbai.
Suggested Hotel :
Deluxe : Q.I. Parla International:
www.choicehotels.com Luxury : Marine Plaza :
www.sarovarparkplaza.com Super Luxury : Taj Mahal
Palace & Tower :
www.tajhotels.com
Day 28 / Till Day 32 : Mumbai Breakfast at Hotel. Proceed for an excursion
to the Elephanta Caves. Rest of the day free for Shopping .
Overnight stay
at Mumbai .
Day 34 : Mumbai – Onward destination Breakfast
at Hotel. Free time as per your flight to next destination. Later on Departure
Transfer to International Airport .
Please note that we can work
out a price as per your selected hotels ( you can suggest us for other hotels
also if you are not interested on above hotels) for an example price can be made
as like below includes/excludes ( CAN BE CAHNGED TOO AS PER YOUR REQUEST.)
The above Price includes: • All hotel stays based on room
sharing in double/ twine room, with breakfast .
• A/C car with driver
at your disposal throughout the trip unlimited Kilometer.
• Local Guide
Speaking guide for all sightseeing trips to monuments and places of interest.
• An tour manager from our local office (if driver feels it is necessary)
who will assist you
during your trip, help you with hotel check-ins, airport
pickups and drops.
• All sightseeing and activities (as stated on the
last page of the proposal)
• Domestic Flight Tickets as per mentioned.
Note: The price does not include: • Meals except Breakfast
( you can try local restaurant if interested)
• International airfares
to and from India.
• Personal expenses, shopping, visa charges, camera
fees, drinks, lunch and dinner.
• Monuments entrance fee, temples, etc.
• International Air tickets / Visa fee.
Payment Information
Once you have accepted and are comfortable with the itinerary , we will send you
an official travel confirmation which includes the details of the trip (hotel
accommodation, travel information, etc… as per your arrival dates in India.)
and an invoice. In order to confirm your booking with Maharaja Voyages, you will
be required to pay 25% of the total cost of the trip as an advance. The remaining
75% of the bill must be paid at least 45 days prior to arrival in India (if the
booking is made and confirmed within 45 days of departure, you will be requested
to pay the entire amount (100%) of the bill at the time of booking.
Notes • If a particular hotel is stated in this travel proposal is
not available, we will book you at an alternative hotel in the same of higher
category as the one stated with your consent and agreement.
• Please
contact your health department or the nearest Indian consulate for more information
on recommended vaccinations and medical precautions.
Visa Information
You will need a tourist visa to visit India. Please contact the nearest Indian
consulate in your country of residence for more information.
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