American breakfast (B) daily; Local Host service in each city; city maps; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary (inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE).
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Day 1
Welcome to India’s capital city! Your hotel room is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
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Day 2
This morning, tour the sights of “Old Delhi.” Start with GHANDI BHAWAN, then take a RICKSHAW ride through CHANDNI CHOWK, a colorful local bazaar. This afternoon your sightseeing focuses on “New Delhi.” Drive past the India Gate and the President’s House before visiting HUMAYUN'S TOMB. (B)
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Day 3
A full day at your leisure to explore the city. (B)
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Day 4
Today, drive to Agra, where much of the city’s impressive past is still evident today in the majesty of her buildings. This afternoon, visit the incomparable TAJ MAHAL (closed Fridays), an extravagant marble monument to love. The Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan built it as a memorial to his beloved wife, who died during childbirth. To add to this memorable experience, you’ll travel by tongas (horse carriage) during your visit. Later, visit AGRA FORT, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by the Moghul Emperor Akbar, this impressive fortress of red sandstone conceals the imperial city of the Moghul rulers and its many palaces. (B)
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Day 5
A full day at your leisure. (B)
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Day 6
Today, visit FATEHPUR SIKRI (the City of Victory) and the KEOLADEO GHANA BIRD SANTUARY, home to more than 370 species of birds, en route to Jaipur, known as the “Pink City.” (B)
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Day 7
The highlight of today’s sights is the amazing AMBERT FORT. Later on, visit the CITY PALACE and the adjoining museum that houses a collection of rare manuscripts. Also stop at the famous HAWA MAHALI (Palace of the Winds) and JANTAR MANTAR, and take a WALKING TOUR through a local market. (B)
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Day 8
Your vacation ends with a drive back to Delhi. We have secured a day room at the Radisson Blu Hotel Delhi for your use as most flights depart late in the evening/early the following morning. Do not book homebound flights prior to 5:30pm. (B)
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Day 9
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
NOTE:
Some flights depart Delhi very early in the morning. In these cases, breakfast is not included on Day 9, and you will have to depart for the airport late in the evening on Day 8 or just after Midnight on Day 9.
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India's Golden Triangle
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American breakfast (B) daily; Local Host service in each city; city maps; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary (inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE).
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