Famous places to visit in Agra

Famous places to visit in Agra:-

Agra, an ancient and historical city nestled on the bank of the river Yamuna in the northern region of India is the home of the three UNESCO World Heritage Sites the great monument of love The Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, and Agra Fort. As northern region of India is a fascinating region of India, it offers a variety of picturesque destinations of the country where a large number of tourists and vacationers come from all over the world to explore its diversity with Golden Triangle Tour.

Golden Triangle tour is the famous tour itinerary as it covers all the major tourists’ destination in northern region of India. You will get the plenty of opportunity to get up close with all these remarkable tourists destinations with Golden triangle tour Agra itinerary. One will be pleased to explore and experience the lifestyles of Raja Maharajas and feel the power of Mughal. Some of the major attractions of this majestic land are:

Taj Mahal: One of the Seven Wonders of the World, Taj Mahal is known for its majestic beauty and a symbol of romance and is the most visited monument in India. This great monument of love is made for love by the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal.

Fatehpur Sikri: It is also known as “the city of victory” situated in the outskirts of Agra city. The best part of this abandoned city is the imposing Buland Darwaza (the largest gateway in the world), built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar to celebrate his victory over the rich province of Gujrat.

Agra Fort: This great monument was also made by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This monument is built in red sand stone and is surrounded by a 70-foot high wall. Agra Fort mingles Indian and Central Asian architectural styles, a memento of the Mughal Afghani cultural roots.

Famous places to visit in Jaipur

Famous places to visit in Jaipur: -

The Pink city of India, Jaipur is the capital state of Rajasthan and is the gateway to visit all most all the major cities and destinations of Rajasthan, the royal and imperial state of India. Golden triangle tour Jaipur itinerary will take you to the life the times of Rajputs. Being the land of ancient heritage monuments and kings, Jaipur is the home of many exotic ancient rich historical heritages, magnificent forts, and Raja Maharajas palaces and for the long time it has been mesmerizing the world with its ancient flavors, glorious pat and blend of traditions, visual wealth of ancient architecture, terrific Birla Mandir, religions, etc. Every year, it attracts a large number of tourists and vacationers from all over the world.

Golden Triangle Tour is the best renowned tour itinerary in the northern region of India. As Golden Triangle tour includes all of the major hot spots of the pink city, it gives you a golden opportunity to explore and complete charm of travel and tours in the royal and imperial state of India. Golden Triangle Tour will give you the plenty of opportunity to experience and discover a number of renowned picturesque destinations in this Mughal city of Jaipur for the life long. Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Birls Temple, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Albert Hall Museum, Ram Niwas Garden, Amber Fort, Moti Dungri, Galta Ji Temple, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Swami Narayana Temple, Local Bazaars, etc arefeatured attractions of Jaipur tourism.

South India FAM Trip-2010

South India FAM trip-2010

01-16^th June, 2010

Team Members:

• Ms.Meenakshi Sharma
• Mr.Samir Pramanik
• Mr.Sahil Gupta
• Mr.Elesh Choudhary &
• Mr.Kamal Varma

Number of Days: 15 Nights /16 Days

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Routing: Delhi – Goa – Badami – Hospet – Hassan – Mysore – Calicut – Cochin - Kumarakom via Marari & Alleppy - Kovallam – Trivandrum - Madurai via Kanyakumari – Trichy - Tanjore - Pondicherry, Mahaballipuram - Chennai/Delhi.

Day 1, 01 June, 10: Delhi – Goa (By flight) – Badami (Drive about 300 kms / 8 hrs.)

Arrive Goa by Indigo Airlines at 1215hrs and after traditional “Swagat” or “Welcome” met our driver Mr. Dinesh Sood. Collected our bags from Airport and began our journey to explore this majestic land. We started our itinerary to explore the first destination of our itinerary i.e. Badami. And it was a stunning narrow single road drive through the Western Ghats towards our first destination. After driving for about 4 hrs, we reached in our hotel in Badami for check in at 2300hrs and had our dinner. Overnight stay at Badami Court.

Day 2, 02 June, 10: Badami - Hospet (About 85 kms / 2-3 hrs.)

Had our breakfast and later drove with our guide Mr. Nitin Koppollu to city tour. Our first destination was Aihole, renowned for its photogenic Durgi Temple or the fortress temple. Aihole temple complex consists of 120 temples.

Later drove to Pattadakal, a World Heritage Site has a set of nine temples Virupaksha temple, Kailasanartha temple, Mallikarjuna temple, Galagnatha temple, Kashi Vishweswara, Papanatha temple, Chandrasekhara, sangameswara and Kadasiddheswara temple built almost in a single file.

Further we moved on to the Badami Caves, that was the last destination in Badami. The cosmetic dance of Shiva Natraja depicted with eighteen arms was the best part of Badami itinerary. After sightseeing in Badami we came back to our hotel for lunch and took a small nap. Later drove to the Hospet and check in to our hotel, Krishna Palace at 20:30hrs. Later we enjoyed the luxurious dinner at 2300hrs. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 3, 03 June, 10: Hospet – Hampi – Hassan (About 330 kms / 8-9 hrs.)

Had our breakfast and drove to the World Famous site of Hampi, renowned for its medieval era temples. Hampi is also known as the City of Victory, was the capital of Vijaynagar and spread in 66 sq. km. and around 2000 temples built in 12 sq. km area surrounded by hills. Hampi is divided into two portions, one for the royal families and another is for the local crowd, business men, and visitors.

We got an opportunity to visit the royal portion where there we saw the canals, step well, Lotus Mahal, Elephants stable, Queen’s Bath-the bathing area of queen, Lakshmi Narsimha temple, peanut Ganesha, Krishna Temple then Virupaksha Temple, Local Market area, Baddai Lingum and King’s Balance.

Further drove to hotel for lunch and site inspection. Later at 1545 hrs we drove to our next destination Hassan (about 08hrs drive). Check in at Hoysala Village resort at 0030hrs. Overnight stay at resort.

Day 4, 04 June, 10: Hassan – Saravana Bela Gola – Mysore (About 160 kms / 4-5 hrs.)

Had our Breakfast at 0730 and later drove to the Halebid, ancient capital of Hoysala. Our guide Ms. Veena Vaijyanti received us and visited two temples in this complex dedicated to King and Queen.

Further up, we drove to Belur where we explored Chenna Keshava temple built on win over. After sightseeing in Belur we drove back to Hassan city to visit two hotels, Southern Star and The Ashok and had our lunch there. Further we moved on to the Sravanabelagola. We climbed around 615 open rock steps. After visiting Gomateshwara temple, continued driving to Mysore (about 03 hrs). Visited Lalitha Mahal Palace. Check in at Windflower Spa at 1930 hrs.

Day 5, 05 June, 10: Mysore

Woke up at 0700 hrs and had our breakfast at 0730 hrs and drove to 102 years old Devraj Market famous for fresh fruits and flowers, which is exported to other parts of the country. Later we visited Philonima Cathedral and drove to Srirangapatnam to pick our guide Mr. Selvaraj Raj- a licenced Govt. of Karnataka experienced guide. Later we drove to the Trippu’s palace called summer palace. Visited Keshava temple, dedicated to the Lord Shiva- famous for its external and internal carvings and then drove to Charmundi Devi temple on Charmundi Hills, dedicated to Goddess Durga. Visited Bull temple is one of the largest monolithic rocks sitting Nandi- the bull statue. Drove back to city for lunch at Hotel Royal Orchid and had a small nap. Later we visited rest of the hotels and check in at hotel Sandesh The Prince at 2030 hrs. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 6, 06 June, 10: Mysore – Nagarhole - Wayanad – Calicut (About 280 kms / 7-8 hrs.)

After having our Breakfast at 0700hrs we drove to our most talked about itinerary of the whole tour. Reached our destination at 0930hrs and explored Orange County resort at Kabini (Nagarhole National Park, officially called Rajiv Gandhi National Park) renowned for largest Asiatic Elephant forest in the world. Further we moved on to the Wayand. Enroute we visited Jungle Resort which was the last destination of the Karnataka portion. Had our lunch at Vythri resort and moved on to Calicut also known as the Kozokode. Reached our hotel at 2000 hrs and had dinner. O/n stay at Kadavu Resort.

Day 7, 07 June, 10: Calicut – Thrissur – Cochin (About 200 kms / 5-6 hrs.)

Had Breakfast and moved on to visit Taj Residency. Further drove to Guruvayoor, one of the sacred pilgrimage areas in south India, dedicated to Lord Krishna. Later we moved on to Punnathoor Elephant camp. Every year in August, Guruvayur temple celebrates the festival of onam in a big way with the procession of all the 65 decorated elephants. Further we drove to Trichur and visited Vadakunatha temple. Later we drove to Cochin, the biggest city of Kerala. Dinner and O/n at hotel Brunton Boat yard.

Day 8, 08 June, 10: Cochin

Had breakfast and drove to city tour. First we went to Chinese fishing nets. Their size and elegant construction is very photogenic and the slow rhythm of their operation is quite hypnotic. Later visited St. Fransis Church, which is the oldest European church in India. Visited Dutch Palace also known as Mattancherry Palace. Later a short visit to nearby jews town- kashmiri emporiums, spice shops, restaurants and stunning narrow lanes. Later on we drove to Willington Island and visited all the hotels then we drove to Le Meridien had our lunch and visited the hotel. Later on we drove to Traditional Kathakali Centre. Visited hotels in Fort Cochin then after quick refreshment in Brunton Boatyard we walked down to Old Lighthouse Bristow at 2200 hrs for dinner and inspection visit.

Day 09, 09 June, 10: Cochin – Marari (About 40 kms /1 hrs.) – Kumarakom (About 25 kms / 45 mins)

0645 hrs went for cycling in Fort Cochin area and had an awesome time. Later enjoyed sightseeing in local markets, had a cup of tea at a local tea stall, morning prayers in temples and schools, etc. 0830 hrs had breakfast and visited Marari Beach resort and Abad Turtle. Later we drove to Palluthuruthy boat jetty/ alleppey, place of Muthoot Houseboat jetty. Later we cruised in Asia’a second largest Lake called Vembanadu also Visited Alleppey lake palace. During the boat ride we were served delicious lunch on board. Later we were dropped at Kumarakom lake resort and decided to go back to our hotels for check in. had our dinner at 2200 hrs. O/n stay at Kumarakom lake resort.

Day 10, 10 June 10: Kumarakom – Poovar - Kovalam (About 210 kms / 5-6 hrs.)

It was a beautiful sunny day, after having breakfast we decided to drive through the lush green paddy fields to poovar reached jetty of poovar Island Resort. And we left our hotel and reached there at 1530 hrs and had our lunch. Later we visited Estuary Island Resort and then Isola Di Coco. At 1845 hrs we left for Kovalam. First we visited Taj Green Cove along with Uday Samudra then we drove to Surya Samudra for dinner and inspection visit. O/n stay at Travancore Heritage hotel.

Day 11, 11 June, 10: Kovalam – Trivandrum – Kovalam (about 20 kms – 45 mins)

Had our breakfast and droved to Tapovan to unload our laggage and continued our drive to Trivandrum also known as Thiruvanathapuram, Capital of Kerala state. Visited Padmanabhaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Gents are not allowed with jeans, trousers, shirts etc they have to wear the local dress Mundu and female have to wear Sari only. Later we visited Horse Palace museum and Napier Museum, Rare collection of archaeological and historic artifacts, bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings, Sri Chitra Art gallery. Later drove to Leela Kovallam for hotel inspection and our lunch. And we made out to touch the Arabian beach for the first time during our trip. At 1830 we drove to Somatheeram where we had Ayurvedic rejuvenation massage. Later drove back to Thapovan for dinner. O/n stay in the lap of Arabian Sea.

Day 12, 12 June, 10: Kovalam – Padmanabhapuram – Kanyakumari – Madurai (About 250 kms / 6-7 hrs.)

Had our breakfast and drove to padmanabhapuram palace and Kanyakumari-the south end of Indian Territory. Qquickly saw the meeting point of the three oceans (Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea & Indian Ocean) behind Bhagawatiamman temple. Later we drove to Sparsa for lunch and inspection visit.

And continued drive to Madurai, the second largest city of Tamil Nadu. We reached Madurai at 1915 hrs and visited Taj Gateway Pashumalai and GRT Regency. Later drove to Meenakshi Temple for ceremony. Meenakshi temple got painted in every 12 years with synthetic paints to purify the temple and 12 years is for 12 zodiacs. After visiting Meenakshi Temple we drove to Fortune Pandiyan for show around and had dinner in at our hotel Heritage Madurai at 0030 hrs.

Day 13, 13 June, 10: Madurai – Trichy (About 140 kms / 2-3 hrs.)

Had breakfast at 0730 hrs we left hotel and went for sightseeing in Meenakshi Temple which is about 2600 years old with 5 main entrance symbol of 5 elements of life. And then we say 1000 pillars hall with carvings of Lord Shiva, Vishnu & Brahma and story of Ramayana & Mahabartha on single monolithic stone. There is bronze idol museum and paintings etc. later visited Thirumalai Nayak Palace which is famous for its big pillars and Muslim and European architecture. After that we decided to go for lunch at local restaurants in Madurai. After visiting the local markets we started for Trichy at 1715 hrs. We reached Trichy at 1915 hrs. Later visited Rock Fort Temple and then drove to Sangam after show around we checked in to our rooms.

Day 14, 14 June, 10: Trichy – Tanjore – Kumbhakonam – Pondicherry (About 200 kms / 5-6 hrs.)

After having breakfast we enjoyed the spectacular view of the Trichy town & river Kaveri. Later visited Srirangam Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. And then drove to Tanjore also known as Thanajavur. We visited the World Heritage Site monument- Brihadisvara Temple, which has the highest & biggest Linga in Asia of 5 mts in diameter & 4 mts in height. It has 80 tones of single stone tomb, 1000 elephants & 2000 labour worked to put that tomb on the top with the help of 6 kms of ramp they made from the temple site. Further on visited Maratha Palce, Thanjavur Palace, Saraswati Mahal Library- a rare collection of 30,433 sanskrit and other vernacular palm leaf manuscripts and 6,426 printed volumes, besides a large number of journals. After that we had our lunch at hotel Sangam/ Tanjore. Futher moved on to another World Heritage Site, Dharasuram Ariavateshwara temple. At 2230 hrs we started our itinerary towards Pondicherry (70 kms 100min). Had our dinner and O/n stay in at Anandha Inn hotel.

Day 15, 15 June, 10: Pondicherry – Mahabalipuram (About 160 kms/4 hrs.)

After having our breakfast our guide was arranged by travel mate (04134200525 mob 098943 97823, 09751111326). We started our visiting Ganesha Temple, Vinayaka Temple, and Aurobindo asharam, white city of Pondicherry. Later drove to Aurovilla, Matri Mandir and moved forward to hotel Ideal Beach resort- Mamallapuram for lunch and site inspection. Later visited Shore Temple, which is just on the bank of Bay of Bengal.

Then visited Five Rathas, also known as Pancha Pandav, dedicated to Yudhistir, Bhima, Arjun, Nakul, Sehadev & Draupadi is sopping out of monolithic rock. Later we visited Arjuna’s Penance, Krishna Mandapam, Krishna’s Butterball, Ganesha Temple, Mahishasura Mardini cave temple and Varaha cave temple. And then we moved on to our hotel Chariot Beach Resort for dinner and our last night stay of South India Tour.

Day 16, 16 June, 10: Mahabalipuram – Chennai (About 60 kms / 1 & ½ hrs.) – Delhi (By flight)

Woke up at 0700 hrs and had our breakfast and drove to Chennai. Enroute we visited Dakshina Chita, a model township. One can see the different south Indian style of artificial homes, shops, audio video visual classes to explain about traditions, library, souvenir shop etc. later we inspected Hotel Comfort Inn, Sabri Inn, Vista Park, etc. After sightseeing we moved to Hotel the Grand for our lunch. We then drove to Chennai office to meet the team. As we didn’t had sufficient time left to visit any of the sightseeing places of Chennai, we just drive past through St. Thomas mount cathadral church, Marina beach, Swami Vivekanand House, Secretariat, Post office and from there drove to Chennai domestic airport to connect our flight to Dehli at 2020 hrs by Indigo flight.

Before leaving Chennai, every one of us was full of memories from this world where “History still lives with the present”.

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Famous Places to visit In Delhi

Famous places to visit in Delhi: -

Delhi is known to be the world famous picturesque destination, where you will find the vast majority of old and the New Delhi. Extravagant and ostentatious in one side and starving in another side, Delhi is the soul of India. Being the largest democracy in the world, Delhi is also known as the capital of the Mughal Empire. Golden Triangle tour is the most popular tour of the northern region of India and that is why tourists prefer to visit these picturesque places with Golden Triangle Tour. Golden Triangle Tour gives you the plenty of opportunity to explore some of the renowned picturesque destinations in Delhi.

India Gate: As it was built by Sir Edwin Lutyens in the memory of the 90,000 Indian soldiers who died in World War 1 fighting for Britain, is one of the major hot spot of New Delhi. India Gate is also known as the “Amar Jawan Jyoti” and “All India War Memorial”. The best to visit this picturesque hub is in the evening time.

Qutub Minar: Qutub Minar is one of the highest towers in India which is72.5 meters high and listed as a Unesco World Heritage site. It is made up of red sand stones with great carvings. This great monument was built by India’s first Muslim ruler Qutub-ud-din-Aibak.

Humayun’s Tomb: this monument was built by the great Mughal Emperor Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum in 1562 AD. It is made up of red sand stones, white marbles, and rubble masonry.

Red Fort: this is also known as the ‘Lal Quila’ and was built by the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638. Red Fort is the most popular tourist’s destination in Delhi which is listed in the Unesco World Heritage Sites.

Jama Masjid: Jama Masjid is one of the largest and a renowned Mosque in India. It is made up of red sand stones and white marbles and it has three gates and four towers with 40 meters high minarets.

Jantar Mantar: Jantar Manta was built by King Jai Singh of Jaipur and is famous for 13 architectural astronomy instruments that were used to accumulate astronomical tables in prehistoric times.

Golden Triangle with Buddhist Circuit

As India is renowned for its religions, spirituality, ancient historical heritage monuments, unique art and culture, a glorious past and blend of tradition, vivacity, appetizing food, warm and hospitable people, a landscape of breathtaking variety and beauty, ebullience and a variety of prayers & rituals and ethnically & culturally diverse land is becoming more famous with its north Indian Golden Triangle Buddhist circuit. Buddhism is a religion and it has been prevalent in the country since time immemorial.

Golden Triangle Buddhist tour gives you the plenty of opportunity to get up close with its assortment of rich cultures, geological magnificence, ancient pilgrim sites, and various Buddhist monasteries, temples and heritage attractions. Golden Triangle Buddhist tour itinerary are a way to explore the true essence of Buddhism and its culture. Buddhism is a way of finding peace within oneself.

Buddhism, a religion that helps us to discover the happiness and pleasure we seek. Golden Triangle Buddhist tour itinerary will get you know that Buddhists build up inner peace, consideration and wisdom through their daily practice; and then share their experience with others bringing real benefit to this world. They try not to harm others and to live peacefully and gently, working towards the ultimate goal of pure and lasting happiness for all living beings.

Golden Triangle Tour itinerary

Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi (04 Nights / 05 Days)

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi

Arrive at Delhi, the political capital of India known to be the most enchanting and ancient historical city among the tourists. Representatives will receive you and transfer to the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi City Tour

Explore its magnificent monuments, and heritage sites of Delhi. Visit its scenic places such as Red Fort or Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, India Gate and many more picturesque places.

Day 03: Delhi – Agra

Get set for Agra, known for its world heritage sites such as Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri and the worldwide famous Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal comes under the Seven Wonders of the World.

Day 04: Agra – Jaipur

Have fun by sightseeing in Jaipur and let yourself be enthralled with its ancient serene monuments such as Jantar Mantar, the City Palace, Amber Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh, Jaigarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal and many more picturesque destinations.

Day 05: Jaipur-Delhi

After sightseeing in Jaipur, drive to Delhi.

Golden Triangle Tour- Varanasi

India is worldwide famous for its religions, unique art & culture, blend of traditions, glorious past, ancient historical heritages, magnificent monuments and ancient flavors. A large number of tourists come to visit incredible India and can get the flavors of the roots of India’s traditions and culture. One can get the golden opportunity to sightseeing in incredible India with the most famous north Indian tourist destination Golden Triangle Tour. This Golden Triangle Varanasi Tour brings you to a city of eternal holiness, i.e. Varanasi as it attracts devotees and tourists from all across the globe.

The microcosm of Hinduism, Varanasi is worldwide famous for its terrific temples, Ghats, Spiritualism, Mysticism, and Hinduism. The major attractions of this holy place are the Ghats, terrific Temples and the evening Aartis. Some of the popular ghats are Manikarnika, Dasaswamedha and Pancha-ganga also called as tri-tirthi yatra. Golden Triangle Varanasi Tour itinerary takes you to some of the renowned Temples such as Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to lord Shiva, durga Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, New Vishwanath Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple, Bindu Mahadeva Temple and the rest are themost visited and popular temples of Varanasi. Devotees take bath in the river ganga and visit temples to get fruitful blessings of God.

Tourists come here in Varanasi to experience the unparalleled beauty of Varanasi. Varanasi is ideally nestled on the banks of river Ganga. As Alamgir Mosque is the largest structure on the banks of river Ganga, it attracts devotees and tourists from all across the world.

Golden Triangle package tour

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Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi (04 Nights / 05 Days)

Day 01: Arrive Delhi

Arrive Delhi, representatives will receive you and will transfer to hotel. Stay Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi city tour

Explore Delhi with its ancient historical monuments. One of the most enchanting cities of India represents an amalgamation between old and the New Delhi. Delhi offers the most picturesque destinations to discover and to get a golden opportunity to experience its ancient flavors for the life long. Some of the major attractions of Delhi are Qutub Minar, Red Fort or Lal Quila, Humayun’s Tomb, Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Lotus Temple and the rest. Stay overnight at hotel in Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi-Agra

After sightseeing in the Delhi, drive to Mughal city Agra. Visit the world famous heritage monument The Taj Mahal, built by the great Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal. Later visit the Fatehpur Sikri, as it is one of the best heritage sites in the World. Stay Overnight at hotel in Agra.

Day 04: Agra-Jaipur

Drive to the pink city Jaipur. En-route visiting world famous heritage site Agra Fort. Explore the city of Mughal Empires with its magnificent beauty and fearless appeal of medieval age, monumental splendor, royal heritages, glory and rich history and colorful core of Rajasthan. The major attractions of the Golden Triangle Tour are the Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Nahar Garh, terrific temples and gardens and the rest. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

Day 05: Jaipur-Delhi

After sightseeing in the Mughal city Jaipur, drive to Delhi.