Chef-Led India (Holi Departure)

  • 07Nights/08Days
  • india
  • Delhi - Jaipur - Dausa - Agra - Delhi

About the Tour

Celebrate the colorful and popular Indian festival – Holi with the exciting Golden Triangle tour. It often considered one of the most enriching travel experiences. Golden Triangle tour covers the fantastic landscape of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur that are home to some majestic monuments. With the color of Holi added to this amazing tour, you are sure to have memorable travel experience. Witness culture, tradition, and heritage come alive in all its glory with this Golden Triangle Tour with Holi.

Highlights

  • Celebrate Holi with Heritage Sites of Jaipur
  • Explore bustling Delhi, magnificent Agra and royal Jaipur.
  • Prominent heritage tour to like Qutub Minar, Taj Mahal, Amer Fort, etc
  • Experience the architectural, cultural and ancient heritage of India.
  • Shopping at bustling markets of Delhi for hardcore shopaholics.

Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Upon your arrival at Delhi International airport, you will be met by our office airport representative. After a warm welcome at the airport, you will be driven to your pre-booked hotel and our representative will assist you in check-in formalities. Get some rest or explore the city by walk. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Day sightseeing in Delhi | Drive Delhi – Jaipur (265kms/ 5hrs approx)
Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to start your excursion with Qutub Minar, it’s named after Qutub-ud-din Aibak, the first Sultan of the Mamluk Dynasty, This is the victory tower of Mughal, which indicated the beginning of Muslim rule in India. This 72.5 meters high tower truly reflects the brilliance of ancient Indian architects. Later on, drive to Humayun's Tomb, One of the inspirational architecture of its time, the design and layout have inspired many similar structures. Built-in the memory of Humayun, by his Persian widow, Haji Begum, it was the first architectural construction built during Akbar's reign. 

Then drive to visit India Gate, it was built to commemorate the death of India soldiers, who were killed in the North West Province during the First World War and the Afghan Conquest of 1919. Later visit President House, The official residence of the President of India. Drive pass Parliament Street and move to Connaught Place for Lunch. From here you will head to Jama Masjid, it was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656, Jama Masjid is one of the biggest Mosques in India. Later embark your drive to Jaipur city.

Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City Jaipur was the stronghold of a clan of rulers whose three hill forts and series of palaces in the city are important attractions. Known as the Pink City because of the color of the stone used exclusively in the walled city,”  Upon arrival check-in hotel and overnight stay.

Day 3: Celebrate the Holi Festival in Jaipur
After breakfast, you will take a part in the festival of colors (Holi), watch the spirit of India come alive as you spend the morning at a carnival, where water balloons and water guns spread colors and cheer amongst the local people. There truly is no better way to experience Indian culture than to spend time on the streets during this spectacular festival. 

Continue the Holi celebrations at your homestay where you will be hosted for lunch by a local Indian family. Dance to the rhythm of the music, indulge in a home-cooked meal and experience first-hand the hospitality of the Indian people. Later on, drive back to the hotel for some relaxation and overnight stay.

Day 4: Full day sightseeing in Jaipur
Breakfast at the hotel, enjoy an elephant ride (upto the hills) to the Amber Fort. Raja Man Singh the Rajput commander of Akbar’s army constructed the fortress-palace at the end of the 16th century. Amber is a superb example of Rajput architecture, situated on a hilltop, overlooking a lake. Casting its surreal reflection in the Maota Lake, the Amer Fort is an architectural wonder.

Then move ahead to the City Palace, with amazing cultural value and architectural excellence. It is adorned with a number of gardens, edifices, and courtyards within the complex of the palace which makes it worth visiting. The next stopover will be at the Jantar Mantar, also known as the Royal Observatory, Jantar Mantar has a collection of astronomical instruments that are meticulously designed to measure the harmony of the heavens.

Later on, visit Hawa Mahal It was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the life and processions of the city. The top offers stunning views over Jantar Mantar. In the evening, explore Bapu Bazar, a famous market in Jaipur and other local markets to enjoy shopping. Later, drive back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Drive Jaipur – Dausa (60kms / 1.5 hrs)
After relaxing breakfast your will drive to Dausa. Your time in Dausa will give you the opportunity to escape the busy city life and immerse yourself in rural India. In the evening there will be a walk organized through the farmyard of your hotel with a local chef. During the walk, the chef will talk you through the different types of homegrown produce and help you select vegetables for an interactive group culinary workshop. Dinner tonight will be the outcome of your cooking efforts.

After breakfast embark on an exploration of the nearby local villages of Dausa by traditional jugaad, an open wooden carriage that is powered by a pump. Today’s journey by jugaad will allow you a unique glimpse into the rural Indian lifestyle as you mingle with the locals along the way. A visit to a village primary school is included where you can meet some of the teachers and local school children. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6: Drive Dausa – Abhaneri – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (200 kms / 4hrs Approx)
Breakfast at the hotel, embark on your drive to Jaipur. On the way, halt at Abhaneri; this ancient village in Rajasthan is renowned for its post-Gupta or early medieval monuments, Chand Baori and Harshat Mata temple. Though the village is in ruins now, tourists throng the village to see Chand Baori which is a huge stepwell, a unique idea conceived by the natives to work as a water reservoir.

En-route, also visit Fatehpur Sikri, built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 yrs due to scarcity of water. Predominately, a red sandstone construction sprawling over a huge area, the architectural style is very much in tune with the emperor’s dream & partakes of both Hindu & Muslim styles. Continue to drive to Jaipur, on arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Agra.

Day 7: Drive Agra – Delhi (204kms/ 4hrs Approx)
Early morning, visit the Taj Mahal during sunrise a symbol of love. It was built by Shah Jahan in 1631 AD and was completed in 1651. This symbol of love was built in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Described as the most extravagant monument ever build for love. Then, drive back to the hotel for breakfast and freshen-up.

Afternoon visit Agra Fort, it was built by the famed Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Construction of the massive red sandstone Agra Fort on the bank of the Yamuna River was begun by Emperor Akbar in 1565, though additions were made up until the rule of his grandson, Shah Jahan region it has partially become Palace. After lunch, you will drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival check-in, hotel and explore city (own). Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 8: Departure transfer
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Delhi international airport to catch flight for onward destination.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on Single / Twin / Double sharing basis in offered hotels or similar.
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel.
  • All transfers and excursions will be covered by air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Complimentary Mineral water bottle during your tour is provided in the car.
  • Enjoy Rickshaw Ride in Heart of Old Delhi Chandni Chowk.
  • Dinner with an Indian Family at Jaipur (Optional)
  • Elephant ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur.
  • Services of Local English Speaking Guide for sightseeing.
  • Currently applicable taxes.

Exclusions

  • Camera charges at any monument to be paid by the guest directly
  • Any airfare international/ domestic
  • Any insurance
  • Lunch or Dinner unless supplement for the same has opted.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • And anything not mentioned in Inclusions.

Tour Notes

  • The above rates are subject to availability.
  • The room category in all packages is the base category rooms.
  • The above rates are not applicable from 20th Dec'2019 to 10th Jan'2020.
  • Christmas & New Year gala charges are on a direct pay basis at the hotel by guest.
  • In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.

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