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Taj at Full Moon
Duration :- 6 Days Tour
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Taj at Full Moon
Twenty years after security concerns ended the practice, India's Supreme Court allowed opening of Taj Mahal for nighttime viewing. Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world, and some Western historians have noted that its architectural beauty has never been surpassed. The Taj is the most beautiful monument built by the Mughals, the Muslim rulers of India. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset. The Taj seems to glow in the light of the full moon. Bestway Tours brings in for you an opportunity to see Taj Mahal at full moon. This trip will provide you the opportunity to sample the Taj Mahal at full moon, the magnificent architecture of Jaipur, including Amber Fort and countless monuments in Delhi. This is only a quick introduction to the subcontinent, and we are sure that you will return to see more.

Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Namaste! We are welcomed the traditional Indian way with hands clapped together. After immigration and custom formalities, we are assisted and driven through the city to our hotel.
Overnight: Hotel in Delhi (2 nights) (B)

Day 2: Delhi
The capital of India is a true reflection of the old and new of India. We start our morning tour with New Delhi and visit the famous India Gate followed by the Houses of Parliament, Connaught Place and the Qutub Minar - a perfect minaret towering 102 meters / 112 yards into the sky. New Delhi is a blend of Mughal India, Hindu India, British India and certainly of modern independent India. Our afternoon concentrates on Old Delhi, starting with the famous Red Fort. Built by Shah Jehan, this was once the most opulent fort of the Mughal Empire. Next we visit another Mughal majesty, the Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, followed by the Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. We end our tour with a bazaar experience at Chandni Chawlk, the street of silver and goldsmiths. (B)

Day 3: Delhi / Agra (Drive 200kms / 125miles)
This morning we pass interesting Indian scenery as we drive to Sikandra. This is where lie the remains of Akbar the Great - one of the greatest of the Mughal rulers. A very simple mausoleum for a person of his stature. The mausoleum brings in a lot of visitors and black-faced monkeys keen to grab food you may be holding in your hand. We then proceed to Agra - the city that is home to the most well known of the wonders of the world - the Taj Mahal. We leave for Agra visiting Akbar the Great's Tomb in Sikandara en route. We are welcomed with a visit to one of the most well known wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal. Built by Shah Jehan as a mausoleum for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj is built of white marble, beautifully carved and inlaid with semi-precious stones. Next we visit Agra Fort, where Shah Jehan, in the later years of his life, was imprisoned by his son to prevent him from spending the family fortunes on a black echo of the Taj Mahal. Later in the evening we witness Taj Mahal under full moon light. Overnight: Hotel in Agra (1 night) (B)

Day 4: (Drive 235kms / 145 miles) Agra / Fatehpur Sikri / Jaipur
A short drive gets us to Fatehpur Sikri, the beautiful capital built in 1640 by the Mughal King, Akbar the Great. The city was later abandoned for lack of water. A superb example of Mughal architecture, it stands perfectly preserved in the desert. We also visit the artistically designed mausoleum of Salim Chisty who is reputed to have prayed for a son for Akbar leading to the birth of Salim Jehangir, the builder of the Taj. From here we continue on a countryside drive to Jaipur, the rose pink capital of Rajasthan.
Overnight: Hotel in Jaipur (2 nights) (B)

Day 5: Jaipur
A royal experience awaits us as we take an elephant ride uphill to the intriguing Amber Palace, a distinguished example of 17th Century Rajput architecture. After the tour and enjoying a panoramic view, we return to Jaipur to visit the old astronomical observatory built by the founder of the city, Jai Singh. We also visit the majestic Palace, which houses a rare collection of Indian art, and the colourful bazaar. Jaipur is noted for its craftsmen, skilled in brass inlay, lacquer work and stone setting. Most of the buildings in the old city are made of pink sandstone and one of the most beautiful is Hawa Mahal, Palace of Winds, where the ladies of the royal harem used to watch the city from behind the intricately carved facade. Evening is free to enjoy both shopping and a cultural experience in the bazaars of Jaipur. (B)

Day 6: Jaipur / Delhi (Drive 262 kms / 160miles)
Completing The Golden Triangle, we take a countryside drive to Delhi airport. This is an excellent first time cultural tour of India or one that covers the most in the least number of days. Today we bid farewell to India. (B)


Guaranteed Departure Every Month

Departure Dates Till Sept 30, 2005

Month	Day 01: Delhi	Day 02: Delhi	Day 03: Delhi/Sikandra/Agra	Day 04: Agra/Fatehpur Sikri/Jaipur	Day 05: Jaipur	Day 06: Jaipur/Onward Destination
June 2005	June 20, 2005	June 21, 2005	June 22, 2005	June 23, 2005	June 24, 2005	June 25, 2005
July 2005	July 19, 2005	July 20, 2005	July 21, 2005	July 22, 2005	July 23, 2005	July 24, 2005
August 2005	August 16, 2005	August 17, 2005	August 18, 2005	August 19, 2005	August 20, 2005	August 21, 2005
September 2005	September 16, 2005	September 17, 2005	September 18, 2005	September 19, 2005	September 20, 2005	September 21, 2005

Cost for Taj at Full Moon Tour for Five Nights , Six Days.

Cost on Twin Sharing Basis.	Cost based in US Dollars
Cost on the basis of 2 Paying Pax on Room + Breakfast basis as per itinerary	USD 78 per person Per Day

The above cost includes:
· Accommodation on twin sharing basis for five Nights at the following hotels:

City	Hotel name	Category of room	No. of nights
Delhi	Taj Palace 5 * Deluxe	Standard Room	02
Agra	Hotel Taj View - 5* Deluxe	Taj Facing Room	01
Jaipur	Taj Jai Mahal Palace - 5 * Deluxe	Deluxe Room	02

TOUR COST INCLUDES:

· Room with Breakfast, as per itinerary on Twin Sharing Basis on Per Person Per Day.
· Transfers and sightseeing by air-conditioned Deluxe Car / Coach.
· All entrances to Monuments of visit as per the itinerary.
· Road tax, parking fees and driver's overnight wages
· Services of an English speaking Local guide approved by the Department of Tourism, Govt. of India.
· Services of an Escort from India for Groups of 10 ++
· Bottled Mineral water on Tour
· Two Visits to Taj Mahal (1 Visit at Full Moon Night and 1 Visit in the noon)
· Elephant Ride at Amber Fort.
· Cycle Ride in New Delhi
· Farewell Dinner at restaurant outside the hotel.
· Service Tax @ 4.08 % applicable from March 15, 2005

THE COST EXCLUDES:
· Any personal expenses such as laundry bills, telephone bills, alcoholic beverages and airport tax.
· Tips and other such cost which is to be paid to the drivers, guides, porters etc.
· Visa fees or International flight tickets and insurance

IMPORTANT:

· Validity: All the above packages are valid till 30th September, 2005.
· Goa Packages can be reduced / extended on Pro rata basis.
· For Prices and Departure Dates From October Onwards please contact at
bestway@bestway.in or bestway@satyam.net.in