This Adventure offers complete contrast between the two cities. In Agra, one can appreciate Mughal architecture, and in Jaipur, The Pink City, Hindu architecture. This package tour is curated so that it provides an opportunity to indulge in exciting activities. The sunset view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh or the sunrise view of the Taj Mahal from the front is quite exciting.
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Taking a Selfie in front of the world-famous Taj Mahal is quite an exceptional experience. The greatest rugged Agra Fort will provide you the opportunity to click and admire the beauty of the Taj Mahal across river Yamuna. Fatehpur Sikri, the ghost city, will offer you the chance to tie a thread at the tomb of Holy Saint, Shaikh Saleem Chishti. To get any wish fulfilled apart from the appreciation of unique architectural designs of the buildings. The beauty of the Taj Mahal lies in the fact that it gives different impressions at different times of the day. So most importantly, this tour will provide you the chance to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, when it offers the most beautiful sight with the pinnacle of its splendor.
The street walk-in buzzing, colorful bazaars of Jaipur will provide you the feel of the typical city of Rajasthan. It is famous for cotton textiles, block-printing, Blue Pottery, Bangles, Gems and Jewellery, colorful attire of the local folks, and street food. From Amer Fort, the view of the city is just excellent. It is a preferred spot for photography enthusiasts from all over the world. The City Palace will surprise you with its various textiles, armory, and collection of paintings apart from striking courtyards and craftsmanship. The observatory called Jantar Mantar will provide you the opportunity to delve into the excellence of mathematician Maharaja of Jaipur, Sawai Jai Singh. Jaipur, The multiple windows of Hawa Mahal, which the royal ladies used to witness victory processions, will delight you. The elephant ride at Amer Fort will also provide photography opportunities with its thrilling experience. The Pink City is much more colorful than the city of Agra.
As per schedule
On this day, early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and transfer to Agra. we will brief you about the finer details of the adventure to eliminate any doubts beforehand. On reaching Agra, we will take you to visit Agra Fort and Taj Mahal.
Agra Fort: Palatial Palaces, vast courtrooms, and geometrical gardens are some of the highlights of Agra Fort. The important thing about this fort is that it was built/renovated by three different Mughal Emperors. First, it was built by Emperor Akbar. He made it with red sandstone. After that, Jahangir, the son of Akbar, made some altercations and addition to this fort. Then came lover of white marble Emperor Shah Jahan who destroyed some palaces built by Emperor Akbar and Jahangir. He replaced them with white marble. It is a UNESCO World Heritage. Diwane-Aam, Diwan-e- Khas, and the queen’s residence are some places to be visited in Agra Fort. From here, one can get a long view across the River Yamuna of the Taj Mahal.
Taj Mahal: Emperor Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal Emperor, built it in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is the most symmetric building in the world. The Emperor took the services of twenty thousand workers to get the Taj Mahal completed in twenty-two years. It is the finest example of Indo-Persian architecture, based on Char Bagh’s geometrical pattern. The principal mausoleum is at the end, and four gardens are in front of the Taj Mahal. It also provides optical illusions. Shadows and lights affect deployed brilliantly to exemplify the beauty of this wonder.
Overnight stay will be in Agra.
We will vacate the room and transfer to Jaipur, our next destination. On the way we will visit Fatehpur Seekri.
Fatehpur Sikri: If the Taj Mahal is famous for its beauty, Fatehpur Seekhri is renowned for its art and architecture. The Panch Mahal, House of Commons, House of Lords, and the palaces of the three queens of Emperor Akbar, along with Buland Darwaza, the highest gate of the world, are marvels of architectural and aesthetic sense. The Palace of Tansen, the famous musician who has the power to develop rain clouds and ignite an oil lamp, is one of the architectural wonders to be appreciated here. It took ten years to build this massive city. Due to lack of water, it was abandoned within eight years of occupation. This is the reason it is called ‘The Ghost City.’
Arrive in Jaipur in the evening. Transfer to the hotel. After relaxing for some time, one can embark on the night street walk in the famous Jaipur bazaars to get the city’s first-hand vibe (Optional). Specifically speaking, the view of Albert Museum and Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace) in the night is just awe-inspiring. Due to illumination taking place throughout Jaipur every night. Overnight stay will be at Jaipur.
On this day, we will visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal (From outside), and Amer Fort.
Amer Fort: Maharaja Man Singh built it. This is an enchanting complex of beautiful gardens, Halls, Pavilions, and royal mansions is an excellent example of Indo-Mughal architecture. The view from the upper story of Amer Fort is just out of the world.
After visiting Amer Fort, we will be visiting City Palace (The Residence of Maharaja), Jantar Mantar (The Observatory), Hawa Mahal (The Wind Palace).
City Palace: The Royal Residence of the Maharaja right in the center of the old city of Jaipur is an example of Indo-Mughal architecture. It has got imposing pavilions, Diwan-e-Aam, House of Commons, Diwan-e-Khas House of Lords, a museum with textiles, armory, and paintings. These are some of the places which do have an awe-inspiring propensity.
Jantar Mantar: This is an observatory built by Raja Sawai Jai Singh, the founder of the Pink City of Jaipur, and is an example of the mathematical brilliance of that time. Suppose you provide the date of birth, place of birth, and time of birth. With the application of the instruments, a horoscope of a person can be prepared.
Hawa Mahal: This is also called ‘The Wind Palace’ due to its numerous windows. The specialty façade design is such that one can see outside, but nothing is visible from outside. The Royal Ladies used it to observe the victorious armies returning from the battlefields and festive processions. Afterward, take a walking tour of the market of Jaipur, where you will find people in colorful attire, shops selling traditional textiles and various ware. Roads will be full of multiple kinds of transport like rickshaws, cars, camel carts, and buses. Overnight stay will be in Jaipur.
After visiting all the places mentioned above, we will proceed for Delhi, which will take around 4.5 hours. The tour will concludes on reaching Delhi.
Available dates for booking: 2022-04-30, 2022-05-07, 2022-05-21
Ans. Jaipur is 265 kms from Delhi and is capital of Indian state, Rajasthan.
Ans. Frequent buses, trains and flights are available from Delhi to Jaipur.
Ans. To welcome Prince of Wales in 1853, then Maharaja of Jaipur, Ram Singh ordered to paint all the Government buildings pink. As in Hinduism pink color specifies hospitality. From then on Jaipur became renowned as the Pink City.
Ans. Jaipur is famous for its historical monuments like Amer Fort, City Palace, Jaigarh Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal etc. It is also famous for bustling, colorful bazaars, cotton textiles, Gems and Jewellery, Bangles, Light weight quilts and rugs.
Ans. Yes. It is quite safe to visit Jaipur in India for solo lady traveller. It is recommended to engage a reliable travel agency for local transportation in Jaipur.
Ans 6. Hawa Mahal is located in Jaipur, capital city of Indian sate Rajasthan. It is 265 kms away from National Capital Delhi.
Ans. Hawa Mahal was built for the royal ladies, so that they can witness the victory marches and religious processions from the numerous windows of Hawa Mahal.
Ans 8. It is a five stories building with a unique façade design and has 365 lettuce windows. The design enables a person to look clearly from inside but nothing can be observed from outside.
