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Day 1 - 2 Delhi
Day 1 arrive at Delhi, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The next day, experience a rickshaw ride through narrow lanes in Old Delhi’s busiest street – Chandni Chowk to discover the real India, visit India's largest mosque: Jama Masjid, see a 150 year old Mansion with original Mughal Architecture. Visit the world heritage site of the Humayun’s tomb, the magnificent structure in red sandstone and white marble. Head to one of the most colonial parts of New Delhi called Raisina Hill, take a photo stop at India Gate and Parliament Building, test your bargaining skills at bustling Connaught Place. Tonight taste a traditional home-style Indian vegetarian dinner. (B/D)
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Day 3 Delhi / Agra
Experience real Indian life on a train to Agra. Visit the vast Agra Red Fort, where you have the first view of the Taj Mahal in the distance. This well preserved palace boasts some of India's finest Mughal buildings. See craftsmen in action at a marble inlay workshop. (B)
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Day 4 Agra / Jaipur
Bask in the spectacular sunrise at the magnificent iconic Taj Mahal (closed on Friday). Marvel at its beauty, brilliance and exquisite craftsmanship. Visit Fatehpur Sikri to see fascinating architectural details of the Mughal Empire on the way to the “Pink City” of Jaipur.(B)
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Day 5 Samode
Take a photo stop at the Palace of Winds, famous for its elaborate facade with about 1000 windows, and then visit the City Palace Museum which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens, courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways, see a larger collection of Indian artefacts, followed by a tour of Jantar Mantar. Next up is a short drive to secluded Samode as you pass rural Indian villages nestled within the rugged hills of Aravallis. Enjoy a jeep safari through the small farms and villages, visit the splendid Samode Palace, the best combination of Indian and Mughal architecture styles. Sample a local speciality dinner. (B)
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Day 6 - 7 Jaipur / Depart Delhi
Embark on an elephant ride to the Amber Fort, and then stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors set in the walls. Explore a fascinating local bazaar, pick up some bargain handicrafts before taking a train back to Delhi. Your India holiday ends with a hotel/airport transfer on day 7(2B)
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