DAY 01: KOLKATA Arrival at Kolkata Airport, assistance upon arrival and transfer to hotel / resort, get freshen up and move for Sightseeing / Visits in Kolkata as per the timings,Kolkata (also known as Calcutta) the city also popular as ‘the city of joy’, once the capital city of India under the British Raj, famous for colonial architecture, museums, art galleries, traditional food, music and theatre, an amalgamation of traditional and modern. The city is almost 300 years old and is an eclectic mix of the splendid decaying past and the promising new future, known as the cultural hub that has produced some of the best writers, poets, performing artists and works of literature. As a foodie capital best known for its street foods, What Bangkok is to Thailand, or Osaka is to Japan, is what Kolkata is to India. There are many Mosques in Kolkata famous for their mesmerizing Indo-Islamic architecture and heritage. The British had built amazing buildings during their heydays and today Kolkata flaunts the colonial-era architecture with pride The Victoria Memorial is much more than an iconic landmark or a historical building the unique monument spellbinding legacy of the British Raj in the City of Kolakat. This magnificent monument cum museum stands as a reminder of the city’s colonial and architectural heritage. Nestled against lush green lawns, this opulent memorial made of marble, features Indo-Saracenic architectural style which displays a blend of Mughal and British elements along with Egyptian, Islamic, Venetian, and Deccani elementsPrinsep Ghat located on the banks of river Hooghly, offers the beauty of a British-era monument, amazing views of the river and Vidyasagar Setu (Second Hooghly Bridge). In the evening, the whole place has a dreamy aura with the lights adding to its visual appealPark Street the best place to experience the nightlife of Kolkata, uniquely lined-up with countless showrooms, restaurants this thoroughfare is rightly called the heart of the city |
DAY 02: KOLKATA After breakfast move for Sightseeing / Visits in Kolkata The Nakhoda Masjid (Mosque) built as an imitation of the mausoleum of Mughal Emperor Akbar in Agra, the mesmerizing piece of Indo-Islamic architecture. The masjid has three domes and two minarets which are 151 feet high, and 25 smaller minarets which range from 100 feet to 117 feet high and give the mosque a majestic look. The mosque is made from exquisite granite, as you lay sight on the gateway of the mosque, you will notice that it resembles the Buland Darwaza of Fatehpur Sikri. Inside is a superb exhibition of exquisite ornamentation and artistic extravaganza, its prayer hall has a capacity of 10000 The Indian Museum in the city of Kolkata one of the oldest in the world, established over 200 years ago by the Asiatic Society of Bengal, the museum is also known as Imperial Museum. It houses unique collection of artifacts that narrate the social and cultural history of India from pre-historic timesBBD Bagh also known as Dalhousie Square is one of those pockets of the city Kolkata where you can witness the architectural magnificence of the British era. Spend some time soaking in the beauty of the stately buildings that lend the city an old-world charmEden Gardens the oldest cricket stadium in India. Built in 1864, by Lord Auckland Eden, the then Governor General of India. It is largest cricket stadium in India and second largest the world, after the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia. The stadium has a seating capacity of around 68000 and also known for the loudest audienceHowrah Bridge one of the most recognized landmarks in India, an engineering wonder built without bolts and nuts. You can simply drive down the bridge or take a ferry ride to witness its magnificence. The synonymous to Kolkata, and has remained the face to the City of Joy since antiquity. One of the early engineering and architectural marvels, the bridge is sixth longest suspended span cantilever bridge in the world and the world’s busiest cantilever bridge |
DAY 03: KOLKATA – DELHI / AGRA After breakfast transfer to Kolkata Airport to Board at Morning Flight to Delhi – Arrival at Delhi, assistance upon arrival and proceed to Agra – Arrival at Agra transfer to hotel / resort, get freshen up and move for Sightseeing / Visits as per the timingsHeritage city Agra the prominent tourist destination, one of the most visited places in the world, home of three world heritage sites and one of those heritage sites which the world has chosen to be the ‘Wonder of the World’. Symbolising the eternal love, incredible paragon of Indo-Islamic architecture and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage ‘The Taj Mahal’. Agra was founded in the beginning 16th century by Sultan Sikandar Lodī, the ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. After the Sultan’s death, the city passed on to his son, Sultan Ibrāhīm Lodī. He ruled his Sultanate from Agra until he fell fighting to Mughal Emperor Bābar in the battle of Panipat fought in 1526 World heritage site The Taj Mahal “The Jewel of Indo-Islamic architecture” and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage”. Regarded by many as the best example of Mughal architecture and a symbol of India’s rich history. It was declared a winner of the New 7 Wonders of the World (2000–2007) initiative. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632. The construction project employed some 20,000 artisans under the guidance of a board of architects |
DAY 04: AGRA – DELHI Morning Visit at Taj Mahal and get an amazing view at Sun rise, The cool breeze with shade of sun light on white Taj Mahal get you the wonderful view of Taj Mahal, drive back to hotel / resort get freshen up and after breakfast move for Sightseeing / Visit in Agra – by late afternoon drive continue to Delhi – Arrival at Delhi as per the timings World heritage site Agra Red Fort sprawling over an area of 380,000 sq m, the great fortress is situated on the right bank of river Yamuna. This amazing monument linked with many rulers and wars. After the first battle of Panipat in 1526, Babur stayed in the fort, in the palace of Ibrahim Lodi. The historian, Abul Fazl, recorded that this was a brick fort known as ‘Badalgarh’. It was in a ruined condition and Akbar had it rebuilt with red sandstone. Architects laid the foundation and it was built with bricks in the inner core with sandstone on external surfaces. Some 4,000 builders worked on it daily for eight years, completing it in 1573. It was also known as the ‘Qila-i-Akbari’Itmad-ud-Daulah Tomb one of the most beautiful Mughal tombs. Constructed during the reign of Emperor Jahangir, this tomb comprises cenotaphs of Mirza Ghiyas and Asmat Begum, who were parents of Mughal Empress Nur Jahan. Many believed this monument is considered to be the inspiration behind the Taj Mahal. For this fact it is known as the ‘Baby Taj Mahal’ Sikandra Tomb the mausoleum of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Interestingly Akbar himself selected the site of the tomb, planned the structure, completed and laid out a beautiful garden during his lifetime. However, the topmost portion of mausoleum in marble was constructed by his son, Mughal Emperor Jahangir |
DAY 05: DELHIAfter breakfast move for Sightseeing / Visits in Delhi – We will take you to some different kind of tour Walking and Car Tours in Delhi. These tours have been designed by people with a deep understanding of the ‘Real’ Delhi. The Masjid-i Jahān-Numā (Jama Mosque of Delhi)The principal mosque of Delhi, it is the largest and best-known mosque in India. The foundation of the historic Jama Masjid was laid on a hillock in Shahjahanabad by the fifth Mughal Emperor of India, Shahjahan, on Friday, October 19,1650 AD, (10th Shawwal 1060 AH). The mosque was the result of the efforts of over 6,000 workers, over a period of six years (1650–1656 AD). Old Delhi the walled city has been the capital of numerous empires that ruled India, where you will get the sights of eye-catching monuments and unique structures and sounds of the colourful bazaars. You will experience at one the busiest and oldest areas of the world. This ancient part of the city is a labyrinth of tiny lanes crowded with rickshaws and lined with crumbling 17th-century haveli, temples and mosques. The theme of these tours is the pre-Shahjahanabad period and we will introduce you to the culture, food and people, as well as a look at and feel of some valuable ancient traditionsWorld heritage site Red Fort (Lal Qila)Built by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan. The Palace fort of his capital Shahjahanabad, famous for its massive red sandstone walls, which stand 75 feet (23 metres) high. This monument represents the grandeur of the Mughal Court, which was constructed during the 17th century. The construction of this fort took over 10 years to complete the work in 1648. It was originally called as ‘Qila-i-Mubarak’, Meaning ‘The Blessed Fort’ listed as UNESCO world heritage site World heritage site The Humayun’s Tomb The Tomb of Emperor Humayun the second Mughal ruler to ascend the throne stands as a magnificent testament to the style of Mughal royal mausoleums. This tomb, built in 1560, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal. The construction of this tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum, Makbara-e -Humayun is one of the best preserved Mughal monuments and listed as UNESCO world heritage site World heritage site Qutub complex the world heritage site, the layers of cultural, religious, and political history converge in the Qutub archaeological complex. It was commissioned by Qutub-ud-din Aibak, founder of the Mamluk or Slave dynasty, who later became the first ‘Sultan of Delhi’Qutub Minar ‘the victory tower’ named after the religious figure Sufi Saint Hazrat Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki was begun by Qutb-ud-din Aibak. It was continued by his successor Iltutmish (a.k.a. Altamash), and finally completed much later by Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq, a Sultan of Delhi from the Tughlaq dynasty in 1368 AD. It is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site along with surrounding buildings and monuments Evening timings get another picture of Delhi with modern culture and traditions. New Delhi OR Modern Delhi, the capital of British India, was built after 1911 AD as a symbol of British dominance over the Indian subcontinent. The intent was to create a grand, monumental, larger-than-life city space, which would inspire awe and be symbolic of the implied socio-cultural, architectural and political superiority of the British Empire few of them are War Memorial India Gate, Passing by President House, Parliament Street and Raj PathConnaught Place one of the main financial, commercial and business centres in India, a major shopping, nightlife and tourist spot in New Delhi. The area was originally named after the Duke of Connaught, the third son of Queen Victoria of Britain, Prince Arthur. It was developed as a showpiece of Delhi. Connaught Place’s Georgian architecture is modelled after ‘The Royal Crescent in the city of Bath’ England, that designed by the architect John Wood the Younger and built between 1767 and 1774, which is among the greatest examples of Georgian architecture to be found in the United Kingdom |
DAY 06: DELHI After breakfast move for Optional Visits in Delhi and transfer to Delhi Airport as per the timings, |