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India, a country of astounding diversity, holds innumerable tourist destinations competing with one another for attention. This tour package is shaped for providing you the best in India in the shortest time. Part of India tour package are Delhi, the Indian capital, where you would arrive. Agra, the city of world-famous monuments like Taj Mahal and the Fort. Jaipur, the hub of the Rajputana.

Day 01: Arrival - Delhi
Your plane would land in Delhi. Our representative would welcome you and transfer you to hotel. After taking breakfast, tour Delhi. Go to Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Visit Jama Masjid, Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Included in your itinerary are Qutub Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (War Memorial Arch ), Lakshminarayan Temple and Akshardham. Indulge in shopping in Connaught Place.

Day 02: Delhi
Continue your Delhi tour. Visit Lotus Temple and Delhi Zoo. Also visit Lakshminarayan Temple, popularly known as Birla Temple. Indulge in shopping in some glitzy shopping malls. Visit other comparatively less-known historical sites and know more about the past of the country.Leave for Jaipur late night.

Day 03: Jaipur
Have breakfast and leave for sightseeing in Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the state. Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory, an impressive structure glittering with mirrors. Find out yourself why Jaipur has gained the epithet 'pink city'. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, Jaipur is one of the well-laid cities of India. Tour the Maharaja's City Palace and the Observatory. Another place in your itinerary is Ram Niwas Gardens.

Day 04: Jaipur
Have breakfast and leave for more sightseeing in Jaipur. Visit Hawa Mahal, arguably the most famous structure of Jaipur. Included in your itinerary are other palaces and structures of Jaipur. Also watch a movie in Raj Mandir, counted among the most magnificent theatres of India.

Jaipur is known for its craftwork. Block printing of Jaipur is famous all over India. Another attractions of Jaipur are jewelery as well as gold and silver enamelling. You would visit several stores and get an opportunity to watch these art item. They can also work as souvenirs if you purchase them.

Day 05: Bharatpur
Leave for Agra. En route stop at Bharatpur to visit its Bird Sanctuary, also known as Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary. Hundreds of bird species reside in sanctuary. You can also see large snakes and crocodiles. In winters, the sanctuary becomes the residence of thousands of migratory birds. Leave for Agra in evening.

Day 06 : Agra
Have breakfast and leave for Fatehpur Sikri, 40km away. The city was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to water scarcity. You would get to see magnificent structures like Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal, Jodhabai Mahal, Buland Darwaza and other palaces. Return to Agra in evening.

Dar 07 : Agra
Visit world-famous Agra monuments like Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daula's tomb. Taj Mahal is one of the wonders in the world. Agra Fort is the place from where the Mughals ruled over India. Itmad-ud-Daula's tomb is famous for its calligraphy and artistry.