8D7N Golden Triangle Tour with Ajanta & Ellora Min 10 to go

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS: 

Accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned above hotels or equivalent on full board basis as specified above (staring with breakfast on day 02 & ending with dinner on day 08).  

Assistance at the airport  

Transfers/Sightseeing as per itinerary by Air-Conditioned vehicle  

One time entry Fee at the Monuments (Jama Masjid, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Amber Fort, City Palace, Ajanta Caves, & Ellora Caves)  

Services of Accompanied English-speaking guide from Day 01 – 05 (Delhi Agra & Jaipur Part), Local English speaking guide in Aurangabad & Mumbai.  

Elephant Ride at Amber Fort (while going up) & Jeep Ride (While Returning) 

Packaged drinking water 2 bottle per person per day  

Drivers allowances, toll taxes and Govt. Service Tax 

PACAKAGE EXCLUSIONS: 

Any Air ticket domestic or international, and airport taxes 

Optional activities are subject to availability. Charges additional. 

Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides / drivers etc. 

Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monuments 

Price List :  Min 10 to go 

4* Twin  SGD 1388 per person , Single SGD 1888 per person

5* Twin SGD 1788 per person  ,Single  SGD 2288 per person 

***(Not valid between 20 Dec’23 – 05 Jan’24)  

PH / PEAK surcharge dates TBA upon booking 

Excludes Air Fare Delhi – Aurangabad – Mumbai sector @ USD 200 per person  

Note:  

Above air fare is indicative only & subject to change as per date/availability.  

Free baggage allowance: 7 Kg Cabin & 15 Kg check in  

Hotels choice / Maximum allowed in a room is 2 Adults 

Delhi Day 01-02 

Welcom Hotel Dwarka / SImilar 4*

Vivanta Dwarka / Similar 5*

Agra Day 02-03 

Royal Regent / SImilar 4*

Accor Agra / Similar 5*

Jaipur Day 03-05 

Park Ocean / Similar 4*

Ramada / Similar 5*

Aurangabad Day 05-07 

VITS Aurangabad / Similar 4*

Vivanta Aurangabad / Similar 5* 

Mumbai  Day 07-08 

The Emerald / Similar  4*

The Orchid / Similar 5*

 ***Incase above mentioned hotels are not available, alternate hotels of similar category will be provided

***HOTEL CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME 1500 HRS / 1100 HRS 

Day 01: Arrive Delhi  

Arrive at New Delhi International Airport. Following immigrations, baggage collection and customs, Tamarind Global representative will meet you at the EXIT of ARRIVAL TERMINAL building after which you would be transferred to your hotel.  On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Check in at 1400 hrs.  

Delhi stands as the capital of Modern India. Here you can see the mingling of the Old and New India, the ancient and the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. It is not surprising then, that what constitutes Delhi today is a conglomerate of seven cities. Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many emperors, which have left behind a plethora of monuments that commemorate the grandeur and glory of bygone ages. Very few cities in the world can express such a profusion of architectural styles. 

Overnight at the hotel.  

Day 02: Delhi – Agra  

Following breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a tour of Delhi. Shah Jahan founded the city of Shahjahanabad, now referred  to as Old Delhi, in 1648. The famous Red Fort in the heart of Old Delhi was once the most opulent fort of the Mughal Empire and it boasts the Diwan-i-Am, Hall of Public Audience, and the Diwan-i-Khas, Hall of Private Audience. Opposite the Fort is the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the world, built by Shah Jahan to dominate his city. Your tour will include drive past Red Fort & visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque.  

Later proceed to New Delhi, and visit India Gate, drive past the Rashtrapati Bhawan – the President’s Residence, the Parliament House – the Government headquarters and other Government buildings located in the heart of New Delhi.  

Following your lunch at local restaurant leave for Agra. 

The city of Agra, the quintessence of the grand Mughal era, reigns to this day in the public mind as the embodiment of royal grace, imposing architecture and power. Agra is globally renowned as the city of the Taj Mahal. But this royal Mughal city has, in addition to the legendary Taj, many monuments that epitomize the high point of Mughal architecture. No tour to India can be complete without paying a visit to this erstwhile capital of the Mughals and the city of the Taj Mahal, the world's most beloved monument 

Upon arrival check in at hotel, dinner & overnight stay at hotel in Agra.  

Day 03: Agra – Jaipur  

Morning after breakfast proceed to visit Taj Mahal (remains closed on Friday) with its perfect symmetry and romantic history. Described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, this stunning mausoleum has be-come the de facto tourist emblem of India. It was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his second wife, Mumtaz Mahal.   

Later proceed to visit Agra Fort which is an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and the seat and stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. It was built in the late 1560`s by Emperor Akbar, with later embellishments by Jehangir, his son, and Shah Jahan, his grand-son. The gates and walls are constructed of red sandstone and the Fort is surrounded by a moat.  

Following your visit return back to the hotel have lunch & then leave for Jaipur en route visit Fatehpur Sikri the deserted red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital.  It was a veritable fairy tale city and its 'ruins' are still in a pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur.   

After visit drive to Jaipur, upon arrival, you will check in to your hotel.  

The city of victory, Jaipur presides over the fascinating desert state of Rajasthan and its people: surrounded by rugged hills, each crowned by a formidable fort; and beautiful pal-aces, mansions and gardens dotted throughout its precincts. The palaces and forts of yesteryear that were witness to royal processions and splendour are now living monuments, accepted quite naturally into the lifestyles of the people of the "pink city". There is a time-less quality to Jaipur's bazaars and its people. With its historical past, Jaipur revives leg-ends of the ancient Rajputs.  

 Dinner & overnight at the hotel. 

Day 04: Jaipur  

After your breakfast at the hotel. You will explore the city of Jaipur.  

Drive to the ancient capital of Amer (also known as Amber) to see the fabulous Amer Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur city (uphill and downhill by Jeep).  

Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar’s most successful General, started the construction of this fort in the 17th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amer was the seat of power. The fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and over-looks the Moat Lake. Ruins and remains are spread over the Aravalli hills and sprawling crenellated walls lattice the surrounding area. Ascend the fort in jeeps arriving at the main gate. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace, famous for the excellence of its design and decoration. The town around Amber Fort consists of beautiful small temples and a step well called Panna Meena. Amer was a flourishing settlement originally occupied by the Meena tribe.  

Following lunch at local restaurant, will proceed to visit other sightseeing points of Jaipur city.  

The highlights of the tour include a visit to the City Palace Museum, which has a collection of Rajasthani costumes, and armory of Mughals and Rajputs including swords of different shapes and sizes with chiseled handles. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. It also has an art gallery with an excellent collection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal paraphernalia and rare astronomical works in Arabic, Persian, Latin and Sanskrit.  

Photo stop at Hawa Mahal and then proceed to visit the most photographed monument in Jaipur i.e. colourful Patrika Gate.  Enjoy shopping and return to hotel dinner & overnight stay.  

Jaipur – Delhi & Delhi – Aurangabad  

Following your breakfast leave for Delhi upon arrival lunch at local restaurant & then transfer to the airport for flight to Aurangabad.  

Flight Details 6E 2277  Departure time from Delhi  1625 Hrs   Departure time in Aurangabad  1815 Hrs 

Upon arrival in Aurangabad, you will be picked up & transfer to the hotel.  

Dinner & overnight stay at hotel in Aurangabad  

 Day 06: Aurangabad – Ajanta Caves – Aurangabad  

Morning after breakfast proceed for a memorable visit to the Ajanta caves (Closed on Monday). The intricate and beautiful carvings and engravings on the cave-walls showcase the story of Jataka Tales and Buddhism. These caves were built initially with the motive to house the Buddhist monks and are treasured heritage of the period between 200 B.C to 650 A.D. These caves were used by Buddhist monks to teach in the adjoining Chaityas and Viharas. Lunch would be provided at local restaurant at Ajanta. Afternoon drive back to Aurangabad. Evening free for shopping. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.   

Day 07: Aurangabad – Ellora & Aurangabad – Mumbai  

Morning after breakfast get started for a guided tour to the World Heritage site of Ellora caves (Closed on Tuesday) in the afternoon. Located 30 kilometers away from the North West of the city. These caves showcase a strong spiritual connection with 5 caves dedicated to Jainism, 12 caves to Buddhism and 17 to Hinduism. Lunch would be provided at local restaurant in Ellora. Following your lunch do some last minute shopping & then transfer to the airport. Dinner would be provided at airport restaurant. Following your dinner board your flight to Mumbai  

Flight Details 6E 5189  Departure time from Delhi 1950 Hrs Departure time in Aurangabad   2115 Hrs 

Upon arrival in Mumbai transfer to the hotel, check in & overnight stay at hotel in Mumbai.  

Day 08: Mumbai Departure  

Post breakfast proceed to visit Elephant Caves (Closed on Monday), these rock cut caves have been declared a world heritage and are located on an island in the Arabian Sea. After visit lunch at local restaurant & then visit Gateway of India, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, Victoria Terminus, shopping in local market & then after dinner transfer to the airport for flight back home.  

***END OF THE TOUR***