(The Oberoi Amarvilas)
(The Oberoi Amarvilas)
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After breakfast drive to Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece in sandstone
with the stunning elegance of its palaces and courts. Built by
Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri was the capital of the Mughal Empire
between 1571 and 1585. We suggest lunch at Laxmi Vilas Palace in
Bharatpur, en route to Ranthambhor. Continue drive to Ranthambhor
and check-in to the Oberoi Vanyavilas, a luxury jungle resort located
near the Ranthambhor National Park and set in 20 acres of orchards
and flowering trees. (The Oberoi Vanyavilas)
(The Rambagh Palace)
(The Rambagh Palace)
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| Day 7 Khajuraho / Orchha / Jhansi / Agra |
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| After breakfast drive 110 miles in 3 hours to Orchha, the former capital
of the Bundela dynasty. After lunch at Orchha Resort visit the medieval
fort and palaces built at the height of Bundela power and walk around the
Royal Chhatris, the 14 cenotaphs, memorials to the former rulers of Bundelkhand
at Orchha. After sightseeing proceed to Jhansi railway station in time
for air-conditioned express train 2001 Shatabdi Express Jhansi / Agra (1755/2035).
Arrive Agra and transfer to the Oberoi Amarvilas, a resort located just
500 meters from the world famous monument of love - the Taj Mahal. The
elaborate gardens, reflection pools and pavilions compliment the classic
architecture of the hotel. (The Oberoi Amarvilas) |
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| Day 8 Agra |
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| Early morning you may wish to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. After breakfast
visit Agra Fort situated on the banks of river Yamuna River. This imposing
structure of palaces, mosques and audience halls contained within its massive
walls was founded by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565. Late afternoon visit
the Taj Mahal at sunset when the monument appears to change its hue, tinted
by the glow of the setting sun. In the memory of his wife, the great Mughal
emperor Shah Jahan built this most extravagant and incomparable monument
of love. (The Oberoi Amarvilas) |
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| Day 10 Ranthambhor |
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| Early morning and late afternoon enjoy wildlife safari to the park for
game viewing. Ranthambhor is home to the tiger, chital, nilgai, jackals,
jungle cat and a wide selection of birds like crested serpent eagle, paradise
flycatchers and the more common painted stock. The tenth century Ranthambhor
fort and quaint pavilions, palaces and chhatris give the hill-fringed sanctuary
a unique charm. Rest of the day is available to rejuvenate your body and
mind at the Oberoi Spa with holistic treatments based on Ayourveda by specially
trained therapists. (The Oberoi Vanyavilas) |
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| Day 11 Ranthambhor / Jaipur |
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| Early morning enjoy another wildlife safari. After breakfast drive 3
hours through scenic countryside to Jaipur, the flamboyant capital of the
state of Rajasthan. Arrive Jaipur and check-in to the Rambagh Palace, former
residence of the Royal family of Jaipur and now a spectacular hotel. Rest
of the day is at leisure. You may wish to explore the colorful markets
of Jaipur which are famous for gold and silver jewelry and gem stones particularly
emeralds, rubies, sapphires and diamonds. (The Rambagh Palace) |
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| Day 12 Jaipur |
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| This morning drive 7 miles north of Jaipur to visit Amber Fort, the ancient
capital of the Rajputs from 1037 until 1728. After ascending the fort on
elephant back, visit Amber's magnificent palaces. In the afternoon tour
the Pink City of Jaipur visiting the Palace Museum, Jantar Mantar Observatory
and the Palace of the Winds. (The Rambagh Palace) |
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