Taj Mahal with Wildlife Tour Package (9 Days)

Spanning over nine days, get ready to enjoy a complete tour of the ethereal Mughal Empires Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh along with the glory of the Rajputana.
With more than millions of footfall every year, Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh is one of the most iconic places to visit in the country. Transcend into the fascinating history of the monuments as you embark the journey starting from Delhi, to Mandawa, Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park and finally to Agra.
The capital of India has a lot in store for everyone- from the magnificent government buildings to the triumphant historic edifices. As you start the journey towards Mandawa, explore the semi-arid historical region located in the northeast part of Rajasthan. Next stop is Jaipur which promises some of the great relics of the medieval Rajput style of construction such as the Amer Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and more. Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park takes around four hours and brings you close to nature where you can find several wild species including wild boar, sambar, leopard, nilgai, and spotted deer.
The journey continues to Agra. On your seventh day of the trip, visit Fatehpur Sikri, Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. The short-lived capital of the Mughal empire (1572 and 1585), Fatehpur Sikri is a magnificent fortified ancient city, about 40km west of Agra. The red-sandstone palace walls remind one of the majestic outlooks of Emperor Akbar. Dwelling one of the finest Mughal forts in India, the Agra Fort was primarily built as a military structure but was later transformed into a palace by Shah Jahan. As a teardrop on the cheek of eternity, next comes the Taj Mahal, which was built by Shah Jahan as a memorial for his third wife, Mumtaz. Designated as a World Heritage Site in 1983, this worlds wonder enjoys unparalleled popularity among tourists across the globe.

Package Highlights

• Visit the fresco painted Havelis of Shekhawati.
• Immerse in the charm of Pink City of Jaipur.
• Jungle safari at Ranthambore National Park.
• Reveal the history of abandon city of Fatehpur Sikri.
• One of the Seven Wonder of the World - Taj Mahal.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Delhi

On your arrival to Indira Gandhi International Airport at New Delhi/ New Delhi station, you will be received and warmly welcomed by our representative. This magnificent city has been inhabited from the 6th century BC and is the cauldron of cultures. Drive past some of the main places around Old and New Delhi. Get transferred to your accommodation, freshen up and relax for a comforting overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Drive to Mandawa

After breakfast and check out from your hotel and drive down to the Havelis in Mandawa. This is one of the small towns of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan set up with plenty of forts, Havelis and tourist attractions. Standing as a testament to Mandawa art history, see the fifty forts, villages of Shekhawati, the frescos and other local artists. Lovingly called as The Open Art Gallery, visit the village from Nawalgarh to Dundlod to appreciate one of the oldest art forms of India.
Overnight stay at Mandawa or at one of the villages of Shekhawati.

Day 3: Drive to Jaipur from Mandawa

Drive from Mandawa to Jaipur takes around 3 hours (170 km). The sightseeing starts as you pass Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Around 260 years old, the city got its name from its founder, Maharaja Jai Singh. Spend the rest of the day visiting the Jaipur bazaars or enjoy a leisurely stroll around the colourful streets of the city. You cannot skip the shops without dropping in! Get transferred to your hotel and stay overnight in Jaipur.

Day 4: Exploring Jaipur and Amber Fort

Amber fort is among one the most visited destinations in India. Built by Raja Man Singh, the fort is a scenic marvel. Built of red sandstone and white marble, the structure presents a fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. The main entrance gate is called Suraj pol which is in itself a fascinating architecture. There is a temple dedicated to the Goddess Sila Devi near the Ganesh Gate. The Diwan-e-Aam - Hall of a public audience, Diwan-e-Khas - hall of private audience, Sheesh Mahal - palace of mirrors and Sukh Niwas are some of the highlights of the forts you must not miss. Visit the garden and the business centres of Jaipur. Complete your day tour by shopping from the bazaar. Get the signature clothes, carpets, precious and semi-precious stones, and jewellery from the locals. Transfer to your hotel and overnight stay at Jaipur.

Day 5: Drive from Jaipur to Ranthambore

Drive from Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park through road which takes around three hours. This park was named after Ranthambore Fort and is the dwelling ground for many wild species such as leopard, nilgai, wild boar, sambar, and spotted deer, and more. One of the most common scenes is that of the crocodiles basking in the sun. Stay overnight in Ranthambore National Park.

Day 6: Visit Ranthambore

The day starts early where you will be taken on a safari in the morning. The park houses more than 270 species of birds and 500 species of plants. There are some incredible attractions to see while visiting Ranthambore National Park. They include Padam Talao, which is the largest lake in the park, the Fort houses temples of Ganesh, Shiva, Ramlalaji, Lord Sumatinath, and Lord Sambhavanath.
The park is considered to be the best place in the world to photograph the tiger in its natural habitat and is a preferred place for bird watching. Overnight is in Ranthambore National Park.

Day 7: Ranthambore to Agra

The day starts the early morning when you will drive up to Agra. The first stop is at Fatehpur Sikri which was built in the 16th century by Emperor Akbar. Drill into the exceptional history of the place and witness one of the finest follies of the Mughal Empire. Some of the most graceful examples of Mughal architectures can be seen through Jama Masjid, the Tomb of Salim Chishti, the five-storied Panch Mahal and Buland Darwaza. The other interesting places to see include Ibadat Khana, Mariam-uz-Zamani palace, Naubat Khana and Birbal house. In the afternoon tour of Agra, visit Taj Mahal. One of the Seven Wonders of the World, Taj Mahal still holds its glory crossing so many centuries after its construction. This magnificent structure of white marble was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal, his third wife. Spend the entire afternoon exploring this iconic symbol of love. Get transferred to your hotel and stay overnight at Agra.

Day 8: Drive down to Delhi

Get ready to drive back to Delhi to enjoy some important destinations like Swaminarayan Akshardham. Swaminarayan Akshardham is one of the largest temple complexes across the globe. It has a very interesting structure including 20,000 idols of sages, 234 pillars, nine domes, and 148 of full-sized elephants.
Yagnapurush Kund is a huge step well with a musical fountain. Enjoy a short boat ride which will take you through 10,000 years of Indian history. Stay overnight in Delhi.

Day 9: Delhi tour

Start your day with a tour to Old Delhi. Built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1639 AD, some of the major historical places to be visited include the Raj Ghat, the museum, Jama Masjid and some other nooks of Old Delhi. Check out of the hotel and visit Qutub Minar, which is touted as India largest Minaret. Next is the Humayun tomb, yet another UNESCO world heritage tourist centre. Built-in memory of the Unknown Soldier, visit India Gate to find out the history of nations wars. Drive past the Parliament House, President House and other important Government Secretariat Buildings. Your final destination is Lakshminarayan Temple, a temple dedicated to Lakshmi and Lord Narayana. Get transferred to the airport/ station.