Arrive at Delhi International Airport.
Upon arrival at Delhi airport, having cleared immigration, collected your luggage and passed through customs, please make your way towards the exit of the terminal building where you will see a bank of people waiting. Amongst them will be our representative who will be waiting to greet you with a paging board with your name on. You will then be transferred to your hotel and assisted with check in.
Transfer and check-in at The Imperial. Standard check-in time at the hotel is 1400 hrs. Early check-in is subject to availability.
Overnight at the hotel.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Later visit the capital of India, made up of two agglomerations: Old City "Old Delhi" and the modern city "New Delhi".
Discovery of Old Delhi - visit Chandni Chowk, the Grand Bazaar (built in 1648) with the Flower Market and the Jewelry Market. Located in the heart of the Old Town, near the Red Fort, this historic district is one of the oldest neighborhoods and is a true blend of culture, commerce, and cuisine. There are silver jewelry, handicrafts and sweets. It is teeming with people day and night. This district, both historic and contemporary, is a must-see to discover the essence of Delhi.
Experience a ride on a cycle rickshaw in Old Delhi (02 person in one rickshaw).
Pass by the Jama Masjid mosque. Built between 1644 and 1656 during the reign of Shah Jahan, who is also known for building the Taj Mahal, this mosque is a piece of Indo-Islamic architecture.
In New Delhi, visit Birla Temple and Bangla Sahib Gurudwara (Sikh Temple). And Qutab Minar (13th century), the highest minaret in the world; five floors of red sandstone and white marble at a height of 73 meters and according to a polygonal plan of 20 sides.
The visit to Imperial Delhi will also include a drive around the area surrounding India Gate, the 42m High War Memorial Arch including Parliament House, Secretariat Buildings and Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official residence of the President of India.
Overnight at the hotel.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning, drive to Agra (200 Kms / about 3h 45m).
Arrival in the afternoon and check-in at the The Oberoi Amarvilas. Standard check-in time at the hotel is 1400 hrs. Early check-in is subject to availability.
Afternoon, visit Agra Fort. In 1565, Akbar began to build the Fort with its high red sandstone walls: inside, to the south, stands the Jahangir Mahal or Jahangir Palace, built by Akbar; to the north, the Pearl Mosque, built by Shah Jahan. From the "Khas Mahal" which forms three pavilions, you can discover a magnificent view of the Yamuna and the Taj Mahal.
Overnight at the hotel.
Sunrise visit Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays), a white marble mausoleum. It was built (1631-1653) near Agra by Shah Jahan as a tomb for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. He is also buried there. The tomb itself, all in pure white marble, consists of an octagonal building with a square terrace, topped by a 26-metre-high dome. On this vast marble terrace rise four elegant minarets. It took 20 years and 20,000 workers to complete this edifice which marks the most accomplished stage of Mughal architecture.
Return to the hotel for buffet breakfast.
Later, drive to Jaipur (254 Kms / about 5h). En-route stop at Fatehpuri Sikri.
This world heritage site is rated as one of the best preserved collections of architecture in India. Surrounded by a six kilometer wall, with the fourth being a lake at the time, a day can be spent exploring the elaborate structures within. See Jama Masjid, palaces built for Akbar’s wives, the public and private discussion halls and a pool; all of which took over 15 years to conceptualize and build.
Continue drive to Jaipur and check-in at Rambagh Palace.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, get ready for your tour of Jaipur by visiting Amber Fort. Admire the stellar architecture of the fort and the immense craftsmanship which can be seen and then visit Hawa Mahal (the Palace of Winds) for a photo-stop. Five stories in height and built of red and pink sandstone highlighted with white quicklime, it is thought that the women of the royal harem used the many casements to observe everyday life in the street below without being seen
Later, visit the City Palace, an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armory, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur in 18th century and is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day.
Then visit to Birla Temple, formerly referred to as Lakshmi Narayan Temple is a national landmark which was built in 1988 using pure white marble. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, this modern temple features carvings of Hindu symbols as well as ancient quotes from the Geeta.
Overnight at the hotel.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Morning at leisure. Later drive to Delhi (260 Kms / about 4.5h - 5h).
Arrival and check-in at The Imperial.
Overnight at the hotel.
Early morning, in time transfer to New Delhi Railway Station to board train too Haridwar (Cold packed breakfast included).
Depart New Delhi: 0645 Hrs Arrive Haridwar: 1135 Hrs by DDN Shatabdi (12017)
Arrival and transfer to hotel. Check-in at Pilibhit House.
(Standard check-in time at the hotel is 1400 hrs. Early check-in is subject to availability.)
Today proceed for city tour and visiting Shiva status, Shanti kunj, Pawan Dham, Mansa/ Chandi Devi by ropeway, Daksh temple.
In the evening, attend aarti ceremony at Hari ki Pauri.
Overnight at the hotel.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Later drive to Rishikesh, visit Laxman Jhula, Trimbaheshwar temple, Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram and attend Aarti at Parmarth Ashram.
Drive back to Haridwar.
Overnight at the hotel.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Later drive to Narendra Nagar (42 Kms / about 1h 20m).
Upon arrival check-in at Ananda in the Himalayas and relax.
After a private consultation with the Ayurvedic doctor, you may choose from a range of wellness and spa treatments available at the property for the remaining nights of your stay.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Spend your day undergoing the Ayurveda treatment of your choice or take advantage of the hotel's facilities.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Spend your day undergoing the Ayurveda treatment of your choice or take advantage of the hotel's facilities.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Spend your day undergoing the Ayurveda treatment of your choice or take advantage of the hotel's facilities.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Spend your day undergoing the Ayurveda treatment of your choice or take advantage of the hotel's facilities.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, in time, transfer to Dehradun airport to board your flight to New Delhi.
Arrival and transfer to hotel near Delhi International Airport.
Overnight at the hotel.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Later, in time, transfer to the airport to board the flight for onward destination.
