6 Days Colours of India
Day 1… arrive Delhi
Day 2…take a walk down memory lane
Arrive into Indira Gandhi International Airport late this
evening, ranked as 2nd Best airport in the world in the 25-40
million passengers category. On arrival you are greeted by the
Pacific World team, wearing T-shirts with your company’s
logo. You are escorted into your respective buses marked
with specially created logo for this trip, relax as you are
transferred to The Leela Palace - named among the “Best of
the Best” hotels in the world by Robb Report. Traditional
Indian welcome; Aarti - small lamp filled with oil, and
arranged in a small metal tray & Tika- ritual mark on the
forehead
The city of Delhi is the blend of old and new. The contrast
between the two is very much visible by the culture, lifestyle
and tradition. Old Delhi still has the influence of Mughals with
monuments, mosques and forts all through the complicated
streets. Old bazaars and food are some of the specialties of Old
Delhi. Whereas New Delhi is completely different with the
lifestyle and city's architecture having the influence of British
Rule in India.
As per Lonely Planet:
“The main street of 'Old' Delhi is a
magnificent bazaar and as fine a monument to congestion, colour and
chaos as you'll find in India today. In Shah Jahan's day, it was endowed
with fine mansions, had a tree-lined canal flowing down its centre and
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was renowned throughout Asia; today it's jam-packed with artisans,
traders and auto-rickshaws and comprises a fantastic cocktail of stench,
movement, uproar and fumes. There's a Jain temple at the street's
eastern end, near the Red Fort; at the western end the Fatehpuri Mosque,
built by one of Shah Jahan's wives in 1650.”
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The day starts with visit to Jama Masjid- the largest mosque in
India followed by a walking tour of the Chandani Chowk - the
nerve centre of commercial activity. The narrow lanes have
kept alive the traditional workmanship, which makes Delhi
famous. A market place right from the times of Mugals, this
market still hosts the descendants of royal chefs as also the
famous Chudiwali gali (The Bangle lane) and the parathe wali
gali. Apart from walking around, it is also great to just stop
somewhere and let the frenzy go by, women walking by with
their colourful saris whirling behind them like a flag, cows
walking the street, salesmen trying to lure you into their shop.
Day 3 –one of the 8 wonders of the world
Leave for the city of Agra to visit the most recognized
monument in all of Asia - Taj Mahal ……the world’s greatest
love tribute and one of the 7 wonders of the world, stands
on the right bank of the river Yamuna. The Taj was built to
enshrine the remains of Arjm& Banu Begam entitled Mumtaz
Mahal, the consort of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Its
construction commenced in AD 1631 and completed seventeen
years..
Later visit Agra Fort...visit the Palaces in the Fort – the
Anguri Bagh, Golden Pavilions, Khas Mahal, Diwan-I-Khas,
Diwan-I-Am (halls of private & public audience), which are all
splendid examples of Mughal architecture.
Exclusive Lunch at TAJ KHEMA, located at a distance of
approximately 300 mts. from Taj Mahal, a lush green scenic
spot, offering an uninterrupted view of the monument with its
peaceful and soothing tranquility. It serves as the most scenic
and vantage point with activities that entertain and bring
India to life in music and color. All this with the Taj
Mahal...timeless and resplendent...in the backdrop.
Enjoy your LUNCH with some live Flute music.
After lunch some shopping… the city of Agra not only offers
architectural delights but is also reputed as a shopper's
paradise. The city offers the best of handcrafted item
specially the replicas of Taj Mahal that match in every detail
of the real building.
Drive further to the City of Jaipur. On arrival live Poolside
Indian bar-be-que dinner.
Day 4 – the Pink City Jaipur
The Pink City Jaipur owes its name, foundation and planning
to the great warrior-astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II (16931743) and stands out as one of the most spectacular and
culturally vibrant destinations in the world. The 2012 British
comedy-drama film The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel was set
and filmed in Jaipur.
In Jaipur and its fringes, one can experience a thrill like no
other... take the hot air balloon ride and discover the Pink
City from high above. Take a balloon flight flying over forts
and castles, craggy mountains, sandy stretches and green
plains. Fly over towns and villages, you may even spot herd of
deer.
Later visit the Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the state
until 1728 followed by Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds); fivestorey building overlooking the busy bazaar street; stunning
example of Rajput architecture and artistry with its pink
delicately honeycombed 1953 sandstone windows known as
'jharokhas'…originally built for the ladies of the royal
household to watch everyday life and processions in the city
from their veiled comfort.
Read
more:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/india/rajasthan/jaipur/sights/
gate/the-old-city#ixzz2MxMigNR7
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City tour ends with visit to city palace followed by lunch at
Chandramahal Verandah, inside the private residence of the
Maharaja of Jaipur.
While
After lunch get on the
Rickshaws waiting outside
the palace and take a Ride
thru the colourful bazaar
passing through the rose
pink
residential
and
business areas of Jaipur
followed by shopping superlative range spanning
authentic
arts,
handicrafts,
exquisite
gems
and
jewellery,
traditional print and block
textiles, blue pottery, lak
ki chudi (ethnic bangles),
mojdis (special Rajashtani
footware),
miniature
paintings,
kundan
jewellery, the list is
endless.
Dinner at 1135 AD
RESTAURANT,
Amber Fort - The
name
1135
AD,
Amber
for
this
heritage restaurant,
also indicates the
year of inception of
the Amber Palace.
It is part of the old
palace.
The interior is Royal
Rajasthan, matching
to the rest of the
palace. The wall
paintings, gold and
silver
fixtures,
furniture
and
artifacts replicate
the old royal arena.
Day 5 – be a Maharaja
Group is divided into teams of 4 each; each of the team gets an
Ambassador Car - was the first car to be manufactured in India
and has been plying on Indian roads since 1948. It is based on
the Morris Oxford model first made by the Morris Motor
Company at Cowley, Oxford in the United Kingdom. Despite its
British origins, the Ambassador is considered the definitive
Indian Car. It used to be the preferred means of convenience of
India’s political leadership and was used to be Prime Minister’s
vehicle until 2002. Its dependability, spaciousness and comfort
factor have made it the most preferred car for generations of
Indians.
Inside the car you find an envelope containing address of an
ancient temple. Use your investigative skills to find this temple
where the temple priest is waiting to perform a prayer
ceremony for each of the teams and gives you another
envelope which takes you through the barren & deserted land
to reach this beautiful camping place situated behind the hills
of the famous Amer Fort. The Camp is located at the foothills
of the Aravali Range and surrounded by the wilderness of a
reserved forest with no urban civilization in the vicinity, just a
few hamlets housing the local villagers occupied by farming on
the their fields.
On arrival you with the poundings “nagadas”- paired
kettledrums played with sticks, get a warm welcome by men in
traditional attire with a tableau of camels, elephants.
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After a Champagne Welcome drink each team gets ready for a
8 meter long Turban Tying competition - The length of
Turban varies from 6 – 8 meters. Many styles of turbans are
found in Rajasthan; it is said that the style of the turban
changes with every 15 km you travel. In some areas, especially
in Rajasthan the turban's size may indicate the position of the
person in society. 'Royalty' in different parts of India have
distinctly different styles of turbans, as do the 'peasants', who
often just wear a small piece of cloth wound around the head.
After the turban tying competition time to play the game of
Elephant Polo. Elephants have been a part of Indian culture
since times Immemorial. They were representatives of the
strength and power of kings and Emperors. It was therefore
natural that polo "The King of Sports" and simultaneously "The
Sport of The Kings" was incorporated to be played on elephants
as well. After the royal military brass band the royal game
begins and each team gets ready to out-manoeuver and out
play the other teams to win the prestigious Royal Elephant
Polo trophy.
After the final chukker quench your thirst with refreshing
cocktails while the folk artistes regale you with music as a
lavish spread of food broughts down the curtains on this royal
event.
After lunch relax & enjoy the beautiful surroundings and enjoy
watching different species of birds nestling in the surrounding
hills or simply get a head massage from the local masseurs.
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oAfter relaxing for a while board the open Indian jeeps waiting
uoutside and we take you for a Village safari. Drive through the
scenic country side, open fields and village hamlets
nexperiencing the earthy nature of life in desert – observe men
din their imposing turbans, women in their colourful skirts and
stoles, playful, children scampering around, School and a local
ivillage house. Past rocky hillocks with imposing forts, tall dry
nelephant grass and sudden startled calls of a peacock or a
partridge.
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The Jeep safari ends at Samode Bagh… nestled on 20 acres of
sbeautiful grounds combines warmth and luxury, an atmosphere
that is quiet, relaxed & elegant. It is a romantic hideaway
where you can be as active or contemplative as you wish.
“Samode Bagh offers a unique experience of an air-conditioned
ntented camp where the dune coloured tents are luxuriously
furnished with every comfort. The garden is about three blocks
along and is enclosed by a 15 foot high stone wall.
gHigh Tea is arranged for the group in the gardens of the
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On arrival High Tea is arranged for the group in the gardens of
the retreat or enjoy a glass of Chilled Beer.
Some tents are blocked for wash & change. Late afternoon
everyone is asked to assemble on the terrace of the hotel and
two shops are organised for the ladies and the gentlemen
respectively to choose the traditional attires to be worn for
the Gala Evening. Take a quick shower and get dressed up in
traditional attires as you transported to Samode Palace in a
procession on colourful camel carriages, through the village
streets of Samode accompanied with a local band and Marshals.
The group enters the Palace for a Royal Welcome by decorated
horses/ Camels/ local musicians along with women who are all
in traditional attire. The front facade of the Palace is
beautifully illuminated.
Proceed to the Sheesh Mahal( Glass Palace) for a Champagne
Cocktail. After the cocktail, the move to the Darbar Hall for an
exclusive dinner. Sitar music plays in the background during
the dinner. The dinner is followed by Rajasthani Folk Dances
and an elaborate Fireworks display from the surrounding hills.
The Darbar Evening ends with distribution of a Samode souvenir
to the each guest.
Day 6–help in rediscovering their lost smiles
With a aim at facilitating respect, recognition and warmth into
the lives of less privileged children and with core focus of
being e the ‘bridge’ between our socially inclined inbound
travelers and our empanelled grass root level NGOs; we take
you to a PRIMARY SCHOOL; where they welcome you; sing
their School Prayer and National Anthem for you. Visit their
class rooms; interact with them; exchange gifts; therefore help
children rediscover their lost smiles.
Later take flight back to Delhi.
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On arrival in Delhi we take you to “Kingdom of Dreams”. This
5.66 acre Kingdom brings to life a blend of India’s art, culture,
heritage, crafts, cuisine and performing arts..
Bollywood is the largest film producer in India and one of the
largest centers of film production in the world. The term
"Bollywood" has origins in the 1970s, when India overtook
America as the world's largest film producer.
Bollywood films are multi-million dollar productions, with the
most expensive productions costing up to roughly USD 20
million.
Enjoy some sizzling performances on Bollywood song
sequences followed by dinner.
After dinner leave for International airport to board your flight
back home.
Till we meet again……we wish you all the best!!!!
Mintcentive India is always there to help you in exploring some
more colours of India.
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