Golden Triangle With Mumbai, Ajanta & Ellora Caves Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Delhi

  Welcome to Delhi, the capital of modern India. On arrival, you are received and transferred to your hotel. Later do full day sightseeing tour Old Delhi in the morning covering Jama Mosque, the Red Fort and Mahatma Gandhis memorial Raj Ghat. In the afternoon, set off on a sightseeing tour of New Delhi covering Safdarjang's Tomb, Qutab Minar and Humayun's Tomb and local market. Overnight in Delhi.

  • Hotspots Qutab Minar
• Day 2 : Delhi – Agra [ 210 kms / 04 hrs ]

  After breakfast drive to Agra , the 16th and 17th century capital of the Mughal empire. Upon arrival check in to you hotel. After visit a city tour to experience the TAJ MAHAL (closed on Fridays), an extravagant marble monument of love, built by Shah Jahan in 1653 as a memorial to his queen Mumtaz Mahal. One of the Seven Wonders of the World, this beautiful mausoleum in pure white marble took 22 years and 22,000 craftsmen to build. Continue your tour to the Agra Fort, an original red sandstone fort built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565. The forts maze of courtyards, its marble mosque and lavish private chambers reflect the grandeur of the Mughal Empire. Overnight in Agra.

  • Hotspots Agra Fort
• Day 3 : Agra – Jaipur [ 235 kms / 05 hrs ]

  After breakfast you drive to Jaipur enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted 16th century red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar. Here you visit the Bulund Darwaza (The Gate of Victory) - the tallest gateway in the world, and the superb white marble tomb of the famous Sufi saint Shaik Salim Chishti. Continue your drive to Jaipur. Built by Raja Jai Singh in the 18th century, Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan is a picturesque city in a symphony of pink. Upon arrival and check in hotel. Evening visit Birla temple. Overnight in Jaipur.

  • Hotspots Birla Temple, Fatehpur Sikri
• Day 4 : Jaipur

  After breakfast proceed for an excursion to Amer Fort which is located 12 kms outside Jaipur. One of the finest example of Rajput architecture, it was the ancient capital of Kaisshawah rulers. Enjoy the ascent to the Palace on the back of a brightly caparisoned elephant. Visit the multiple chambers and hallways of the palace which are famous for their design and decorations. In the afternoon, proceed for a city tour visiting the unique stone observatory Jantar Mantar, the opulent City Palace with its musuems, and driving past the Hawa Mahal. Overnight Jaipur Hotel.

  • Hotspots Hawa Mahal, Amer Fort, City Palace
• Day 5 : Jaipur – Mumbai by Flight

  Breakfast at hotel. In time departure transfer to airport to catch flight for Mumbai (9W-7178/0755 HRS. – 0945 HRS.). On arrival meet and assist at airport and transfer to hotel for check-in. Later do full day sightseeing of Mumbai with guide and visit places like - Elephanta Caves by Boat, Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Dhobi Ghat and Victoria Terminus and city sightseeing. Overnight stay at Mumbai hotel.

  • Hotspots Victoria Terminus, Marine Drive, Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves
• Day 6 : Mumbai – Aurangabad By Jan Shatabadi Express Train

  Breakfast at hotel. Free till departure. In time departure transfer to Railway Station to catch train for Aurganabad (Mumbai Aurangabad Jan Shatabadi Express Train No. 12071 / at: 1350 hrs./ Arrive at:2035 hrs.). On arrival pick up by our company representative at Station and transfer to hotel. Dinner & Overnight Aurangabad Hotel.
• Day 7 : Full Day S/S of Ajanta & Ellora Caves.

  Breakfast at hotel. Full day sightseeing of Ajanta Caves - The Ajanta Caves have 30 rock cut Bhuddhist caves and it is 106 km from Aurangabad. The basic designs of the caves are called ‘Chaitya grihas’ and ‘Viharas’. Five caves are Buddhist cathedrals and the remaining 25 are monasteries. The Chaityas are large, rectangular chambers separated by rows of pillars. They are decorated by sculptures and murals which depict the many incarnations of Buddha. The Vhharas are rectangular shaped halls. They have series of small cells which are attached on both sides. Opposite to the entrance is an image of Buddha. Ellora Caves - The Ellora Caves are listed in the world-heritage list. They are located about 30 km from Aurangabad. The Kailash Temple of the Ellora caves is the most attractive and masterpiece of the creator. The Kailash temple in the Ellora caves is one of the world’s largest and massive sculpture. It was curved out of a rock with the help of 7000 laborers and took nearly 150 years to complete. The shrines are a mix or both Hindu and Jain faiths. Cave number 32 is famous for a glorious Yakshi statue and beautiful ceiling paintings. Afternoon sightseeing of Bibi Ka Maqbara - The monument Bibi Ka Maqbara was built in 1679 AD by Aurangzeb’s son. He built it in memory of his mother Rabia. Ata Ullah was the architect and he based the design on the Taj Mahal. The memorial is built of sandstone with plastered walls and has a marble dome. It has an flowery wall around with an entrance which provides the best view of the memorial. The enclosure of the tomb is made of marble and is octagonal. Sunheri Mahal - The Sunheri Mahal was constructed by a Bandalkand chief who came with Auranzeb into the Dakhan. The Mahal is located in Paharsingpura, which is a suburb of Aurangabad. The structure is made of stone and lime. The Mahal has a high pedestal but it is now in dilapidations. The paintings in the Mahal were once painted of gold and so the name Sunheri Mahal. Overnight Aurangabad Hotel.

  • Hotspots Ellora Caves, Ajanta Caves, Taj Mahal, Kailash Temple, Ellora Caves, Bibi Ka Maqbara
  • Themes Heritage
• Day 8 : Aurangabad - Mumbai By Jan Shatabadi Express Train & Leave Mumbai

  Early morning around 5.15 am in time departure transfer to Railway station to catch (Mumbai Aurangabad Jan Shatabadi Express Train No. 12072 / at: 0600 hrs./ Arrive at:1245 hrs.). On arrival meet and assist at Railway Station and transfer to Airport to catch flight for onward journey.

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing

Package Start From

• New Delhi, Delhi, India, Asia

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