Solimar Travel - India World Heritage Package

To many, the iconic image of India's cultural heritage is the Taj Mahal, and certainly no heritage trip to India would be complete without a visit. But India also has a wealth of hidden cultural and ecological gems. We have designed this trip as a showcase of northern India's World Heritage Sites. You will visit the Keoladeo National Park, the Red Fort of Agra, Humayuns Tomb, Taj Mahal, and Raj Ghat (site where Ghandi was cremated), amongst many others. You will enjoy private transfers between all locations, and excellent accommodations throughout.

Day 1- Arrival to Delhi, India. After arrival, you will check in to your hotel and, depending on what time of day you arrive, we can arrange an afternoon sightseeing tour of the city and surrounds. Take the remainder of the first day to relax.
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Day 2 - An abundace of historical discovery awaits you in Delhi, one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. You will have the whole day to sightsee and visit the numerous monuments and artifacts around the city. That night, sample the world-famous cuisine of cosmoplitan Delhi.
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Day 3 - Today, after an early breakfast, you will board the Shatabdi Express, bound for Agra and the Taj Mahal. Once in Agra, you will also see the spectacular Agra Fort and Itma Ud Daula. You will have the whole day to bask in the splendor of this architectural jewel.
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Day 4 - Be sure to pack your binoculars and camera for this visit to Keoladeo National Park and the Bharatpur bird sanctuary. This nesting site is sure to amaze everyone, from the casual observer to the most seasoned of ornithologists. After your visit to the park, it's on to Bandrej.
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Day 5 - This morning you can choose to embark on an optional sunrise camel ride of the area surrounding the Bhadrawati Palace. You will watch the sun come up amongst the mango trees and spectacular grounds, and return for proper breakfast. Following that, you will depart for Jaipur, visiting the Stepwells and the village school en route.
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Day 6 - Today you will visit the Amber Fort and Maotha Lake. Ride an elephant up to the fort and see the breathtaking views of Jaipur, Maotha Lake, and the original city walls. This afternoon, visit the City Palace and see the Jantar Mantar nearby.
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Day 7 - Today you will return to the States after a rewarding and renewing heritage vacation. You will be driven directly to the airport by private driver. Safe Travels!
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Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the important 16th-century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers.

An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage.

This former duck-hunting reserve of the Maharajas is one of the major wintering areas for large numbers of aquatic birds from Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, China and Siberia. Some 364 species of birds, including the rare Siberian crane, have been recorded in the park.

Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. The complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, includes one of the largest mosques in India, the Jama Masjid.

This tomb, built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal.

The Red Fort Complex was built as the palace fort of Shahjahanabad - the new capital of the 5th Mughal Emperor of India, Shahjahan (1628-58). It gets its name from its massive enclosing walls of red sandstone.

Costs

Package Price: $1100 Per Person
Green Season Special: $990 Per Person
Price Determined by a minimum of 2 People
Price Includes: Airport Transfers, Domestic Transportation, All Lodging, Some Meals (where shown), Some Tours (where shown), Taxes
Price Does Not Include: International Flight, Gratuity, Country Departure Tax, Some Meals and Activities
Price Reflects Sample Package: Final package price will vary depending on length of stay, accommodations, and additional features. Contact us for a confirmed price.