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Duration: 5 Nights 6 Days
Places Covered: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Haridwar - Rishikesh
Day 01 : Arrival Delhi
On your arrival at Delhi , you will be received and assist at the airport
by our company representative & will be escorted to hotel. Relax and unwind
for a night in Delhi
Day 02 : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur (By train and car)
Early morning pick up from hotel & transfer to railway station to board
the superfast air-conditioned train to Agra . Breakfast in the train, Arrive
Agra in approx. 02 hours &visit the stunning Taj Mahal, a beautiful mausoleum
situated on the banks of River Yamuna, was built by Shah Jahan in loving memory
of his most adorable wife. It is a beautiful love story engraved in stone.
Built in pure white marble, this splendid monument is an architectural wonder
known for its intricate detailing, beautiful domes and carvings. The pristine
beauty of the Taj Mahal is non-descriptive in words. Designed by an Iranian
architect, it is a magnificent edifice exemplifying the immortal love and
passion. It took 22 years and more than 20,000 laborers to complete this most
extravagant expression of love ever. Taj Mahal is an icon that represents
not only Agra but India as a whole visit the magnificent.
Later visit the Agra fort - a beautiful fort built in red sandstone. A UNESCO
world heritage site, it has many imposing palaces, courtyards and lush gardens.
Shah Jahan was held captive by his son Aurangzeb in this fort only. Few portions
of this fort offer magnificent views of the Taj Mahal. This majestic fort
stands on banks of River Yamuna.
Afternoon drive to Jaipur enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri-a perfectly preserved
red sandstone “ghost town” which was the estranged capital of
mughal emperor Akbar, built in 1569 and deserted when its water supply failed.
Arrive Jaipur & transfer to Hotel. Night stay in Jaipur.
Day 05 : Delhi – Haridwar
Early morning depart for Haridwar. Arrive Haridwar & transfer to hotel.
In afternoon proceed for an excursion to several temples including Pareshwar
Mahadev Temple , Daksha Mahadev Temple and Mansa Devi Temple . Post visiting
temples visit Har-ki-Pauri (the footstep of God) in the evening. This ghat
was built by King Vikrmaditya in remembrance of his brother Bharti Hari. It
is one of the most sacred ghats in India and it is said that taking a dip
in the holy water of River Ganges on this ghat is a way to attain salvation.
Attend the Aarti of the Holy River Ganges on the ghat in the evening. The
calmness offered by the enchantment of mantras and beauty of the floral diyas
floating in the river will leave you spell bounded. Night stay in Haridwar.
Day 06 : Haridwar - Rishikesh - Delhi – Departure
Morning visit an astrologer to know about your horoscope, stars
and other information about your fortune. Later depart for Rishikesh by road.
Rishikesh, located on the lap of the lower Himalayas , is a sacred city highly
revered by the Hindus. it is a point from where the journey to Chardham begins.
Known as “the world capital of Yoga”, it has many ashrams offering
classes on Yoga and Meditation. The city has many temples and is an important
pilgrimage centre. Set off an excursion to Lakshman Jhula. It is said that
the Lakshman crossed a bridge made of jute ropes here on River Ganges. This
bridge got damaged with passage of time and was replaced be a suspension bridge
made of Iron. The view from the bridge is very panoramic.
Proceed to view Bharat Mandir, built in 12 th century by Adiguru Shankracharya
near Triveni Ghat. The temple is dedicated to Bharat, the younger brother
of Lord Rama and is the oldest temple in Rishikesh. Optional activities –Enjoy
White water rafting with water gushing down at the speed from an altitude
of 480 meters.
Late afternoon drive to Delhi & transfer to international airport to board
the flight for your onward destination.
