Classic India

! Welcome to India!

Upon arrival in Delhi, our representative will meet you at the arrival lounge with a sign of your name. He will then take you to the hotel in a private car. Upon arrival at the hotel, he will help you in doing the Check-in formalities and will explain the content of your trip in details.

The fascination that this country exerts, with its mixture of races, creeds and customs; Its landscapes, its temples, palaces, forts, its dreamlike places, the hospitality of its people... make it something unique, which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. A trip to India becomes an absolutely unique and unforgettable experience. But be careful, my traveler friend, if you visit India you run the risk of wanting to return to it forever.

Capital of India since 1911, the urban core of Delhi also includes the place that was capital during the successive kingdoms and empires prior to British colonization: Old Delhi. Both cities are located in the State of Delhi, in an area located west of the Yamuna River - one of the tributaries of the Ganges - and are part of one of the largest metropolitan areas on the planet.
Accommodation at the hotel.

After breakfast, leave the hotel for a full day visit to Old and New Delhi. We will visit the majestic Jama Masjid Mosque, built in 1656 by Emperor Shah Jahan, with three imposing black and white marble domes and two twin minarets flanking its majestic central arch. A grand staircase of red sandstone leads to the magnificent arched doors. We will also visit Raj Ghat, the Mausoleum of Mahatma Gandhi, erected in 1963 in the place where Gandhi resided from 1917 to 1930. It was built by Charles Correa in tribute to Gandhi, to spread their ideas, their letters, their photographs and other documents that mark the trajectory of the search for freedom.

Enjoy a fascinating Rickshaw ride “Man-Pulled Cart” in Chandni Chowk to see its typical markets and bazaars. We will also take a panoramic tour of the Red Fort.

In the afternoon we will visit the modern part of Delhi. The tour begins on the wide avenue where the parliament is located, surrounded by large gardens and several administrative buildings; At one end is the Puerta de la India, a triumphal arch that commemorates the First World War; on the other RashtrapatiBhawan, wonderful structure and official residence of the President of India. The architecture is a mix between Indian and European styles, with a strong syncretism between elements of the Mughal empire and Buddhist and Hindu art. We will also visit the Qutub Minar, a five-story victory tower. This monument looms over the historic site where Qutbuddin Aibak laid the foundation of the Delhi Sultanate. In 1193 he built the Mosque of Quwwat-ul-Islam (Power of Islam) and the Qutub Minar to announce the advent of the Muslim sultans.

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Jaipur.
En route visit of sahpura Haveli with lunch.

Shahpura Haveli is a proud symbol of the Shekhawat clan, owned by the esteemed Shahpura family. As the main seat of the revered clan, the Haveli occupies a position of honour, overlooking the formidable Warrior Fort, which belongs to the illustrious family and serves as a testament to their enduring legacy. This architectural gem perfectly combines Indian and Mughal styles, meticulously preserved and passed down from generation to generation. Steeped in a rich tapestry of history and opulence, Shahpura Haveli captivates guests from the moment they step onto its sprawling, green lawns. The facade of the Haveli is a sight to behold, adorned with exquisite murals and intricate carvings that set the stage for awe-inspiring grandeur.

We will enjoy a unique experience: we will climb on elephant backs to access the top of the hill on which Amber Fort stands, the former capital of the State until 1728. This fortress was built in 1592 on the remains of an old fort from the 11th century, but it is the various buildings added later (1621-1667) that form its magnificent central body. From the top of the hill, the Amber Fort and its walls offer a spectacular and unforgettable panoramic view of Lake Maota and the historic city at the foot of the hill. Here we will visit the Kali Temple, the Victory Pavilion (Jai Mahal) and the Jagmandir as well.

First thing in the morning, departure by road (great road, in very good condition) towards the city of Jaipur, visiting Fatehpur Sikri en route.

Built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, in honor of Salim Chishti, famous Sufi saint of the Chishti order. It was the Mughal capital for 14 years. Beautiful example of a Mughal walled city, with well-differentiated public and private areas and imposing gates. Its architecture, a fusion of Hindu and Islamic styles, reflects Akbar's secular vision and his way of ruling. The main buildings of the imperial palace complex, packed into a series of terraces, formed the core of the city. The concentric terraces clearly divide the public spaces from the private royal quarters. It was abandoned due to its inability to provide it with a water supply.

Continuation of the trip to Agra.

Upon arrival in Agra, check into the hotel.
Agra, also known as ''The City of the Taj'' and seat of the Mughal court during the 16th and 17th centuries, before the capital moved to Delhi.

Optional: Taj Sunset Tour from Mehtab Bagh.

In the morning visit the city, which, thanks to the patronage of the emperors Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan, flourished and attracted artisans from Persia, Central Asia and other areas of India, who built luxurious forts, palaces, gardens and mausoleums. Among them, the Taj Mahal stands out, a song of love built by Emperor Shah Jehan in 1630 to serve as the mausoleum of his queen, Mumtaj Mahal. It is one of the most famous and photographed buildings in the world. Its perfect proportions and exquisite symmetry have been described as ''a vision, a dream, a poem, a wonder''. This majestic mausoleum with a garden, simulating the garden of the Islamic paradise, used around 20,000 workers who worked on it for 12 years until it was completed in 1643. Of special beauty is the marble grille, delicately carved in a single piece of marble and which It guarded the area around the royal tombs, as well as the lotus pond that reflects the image of the mausoleum and owes its name to the lotus-shaped pipes of its fountains.

Then visit the Red Fort of Agra.

This fortress is located on the west bank of the Yamuna and was built between 1565 and 1573. Its imposing red sandstone fortifications form a crescent along the river bank and enclose a gigantic complex of stately buildings, whose styles vary. Inside the complex there are

some interesting structures, such as the Jehangiri Mahal, the Anguri Bagh, the Khas Mahal and the Moti Masjid mosque. In the afternoon free.

This fortress is located on the west bank of the Yamuna and was built between 1565 and 1573. Its imposing red sandstone fortifications form a crescent along the river bank and enclose a gigantic complex of stately buildings, whose styles vary. Inside the complex there are

some interesting structures, such as the Jehangiri Mahal, the Anguri Bagh, the Khas Mahal and the Moti Masjid mosque. In the afternoon free.

Very early in the morning, transfer to the ghats to take a boat ride on the Ganges River, where we can observe the purification rituals from a boat and have a spectacular panorama of the Palaces and Temples that are next to the ghats. We will walk through the ancient city in front of the Aurangzeb Mosque.

Next, tour the city of Benares, where we can see the various temples of this city such as; the Bharat Mata Temple, the Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas mandir and the Banaras Hindu University, which has one of the best collections of Indian paintings in the country. Return to the Hotel for breakfast.

In the afternoon, excursion to Sarnath, an important Buddhist center in the world. After attaining enlightenment in Bodhgaya, Buddha, the “Awakened One”, delivered his first sermon here. It was the sixth century, then, when he also set in motion the wheel of the law, the Dharmachakra Centre. This place of the abode of the Rishis, which was also known as “Rishipatana” (the place of the Rishis or sages). Buddha gave his first sermon in the Deer Park where he initiated his first five Buddhist monkshood.

Later in the afternoon transfer to the airport to board the flight to Delhi.

Upon arrival in Delhi, board your return flight at departure time.

End of Trip