Day 1: ARRIVE DELHI

Arrive in Delhi. You will be welcomed on arrival and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2 : DELHI

Morning tour of New Delhi begins with a visit of the grateful mausoleum of the Moghul Emperor Humayun. Continue to the 13^th century Qutub Minar, a dramatic 234 foot high fluted minaret. Proceed along the majestic promenade past the imposing India Gate War memorial, Secretariat Buildings, Parliament House and Raj Bhavan, official residence of the President. Discover Old Delhi this afternoon with a visit of Raj Ghat, the tranquil final resting place of Mahatma Gandhi. Then, view the massive walls and ramparts of the magnificent Red Fort, symbol of Moghul power and elegance. On the 17^th century Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, the gateway to Chandni Chowk , the busting and colorful market place of the Old city. Overnight at your  hotel.

Day 3: DELHI / JAIPUR (BY ROAD 260 KMS/05-6 HRS DRIVE)

Post breakfast continue to Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur by lunch and check into hotel. Arrive by noon and check into hotel. Afternoon is at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

(TAJMAHAL IS CLOSED ON FRIDAYS)

Day 4: JAIPUR

Post breakfast visit Amber, once the capital of the rajput Kingdom. The grandeur of its palace and the ramparts of its fort recall the glory of an older age. Ascent to the citadel on the bank of the gaily caparisoned elephant. Later on visit to the remarkable Observatory designed and built by astronomer Price Maharajah  Jai Singh, who founded the city in 1700s. Be sure to see the 90 foot –high sundial. Then on the Hawa Mahal (Palace  of Winds), a landmark of Jaipur, and the City Palace . Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: JAIPUR / RANTHAMBORE (BY ROAD / 195 KMS/04 HRS DRIVE)

Post breakfast drive to Ranthambore National Park, Situated in the Southwest rajas than, where the Vindhyas and the Aravali hills meet. The River Chambal in the South and Banas in the north made of rocky plains, flat hilltops, gentle slopes and precipitous cliffs covered by dry deciduous forest binds the Ranthambore   are virtually an island rich in flora and fauna. The Ranthambore Park boasts of animals like Tigers, Leopards, the elusive caracals, hyenas, sloth bears etc in addition a rich bird life. Evening at leisure to relax at your hotel.. Overnight in Ranthambore.

(The park safari’s are organized in morning and evening, For Afternoon safari one should reach by 1400hrs in order to reach park gate by 1430hrs)

Day 6: RANTHAMBORE

Morning and evening enjoy wild life safaris of the Park with park naturalist. (Optional in free time  Take a walk to the famous Ranthambore fort and visit sacred Ganesh temple) . Overnight at your Resort.

Day 7: RANTHAMBORE / BHARATPUR / AGRA (BY ROAD 294 KMS / 0 7 HRS DRIVE)

Post breakfast, drive for Agra enroute visiting Bharatpur (Ghana) Bird Sanctuary. It is considered to be one of the best birds sanctuaries in India. Waterbeds assemble here during the months of July/August and breed till October. The Open  bill Stork, Egret , Darter, White Ibis, Spoonbill and Heron are some of the birds found here. Also foung Chital, Black buck, Deer and other varieties of animals. Spend half day in the park  riding cycle rickshaws with park naturalist (extra cost). Lateron continue  driving to Agra. Time permitted stop for a brief tour of the deserted city , Fatehpur Sikri. Check-into your hotel. Overnight stay in Agra.

(TAJMAHAL IS CLOSED ON FRIDAYS)

Day 8: AGRA

Today, the extraordinary experience of visiting one of the most fabled monuments in the world- The Taj Mahal . This 17^th century mausoleum in white marble was built by Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his queen Mumtaj Mahal. It is an architectural marvel, remarkable  for its perfect symmetry of design and construction. Then visit the Agra Fort, a cluster of palaces and mosque built on the bank of the river Yamuna. Afternoon is free to explore the local bazaars on your own. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 9: AGRA /DELHI (BY ROAD / 203 KMS/04 HRS & 30 MIN DRIVE)

Post breakfast leave for Delhi. on arrival rest of the time is free for last minute shopping . Room to be provided for wash and change and later transfer to airport to board flght back home.