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India Discovery Premier Tour 51 DAY 1: DEPART THE US Depart on your overnight flight from the US to India. DAY 2: ARRIVE DELHI Upon arrival in Delhi, you are welcomed by a guide and transferred to your hotel. DAY 3: DELHI Today's sightseeing starts in Old Delhi, where you will view the exterior of the Red Fort and stroll the lively Chandni Chowk Bazaar. Explore Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, which was built by Shah Jahan and can hold up to 25,000 devotees. Visit Lakshmi Narayan Hindu Temple and India Gate before continuing to Humayun's Tomb and Connaught Markets for some shopping. This evening, dine at the Olive Bar and Kitchen, situated in an ancient Mughal mansion. (B, L, D) DAY 4: DELHI TO AGRA Leave Delhi and visit Sikandra to see the marble and red sandstone tomb of Emperor Akbar, also known as Akbar the Great. Sikandra, created in the Mughal architectural style, was built in 1605 and is constructed from deep red sandstone enhanced with white marble features. Afterwards, continue to Agra, home to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. (B, L) DAY 5: AGRA Rise early this morning to witness the impressive Taj Mahal change color as the sun rises. The Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, whose name meant "Chosen One of the Palace." Afterwards, visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Agra Fort. Completed in 1573, the fort was constructed by more than 14,000 builders over eight years. Dinner this evening is at the Dawat- e-Nawab restaurant at the Radisson Blu Hotel Taj East Gate Road. (B, L, D) DAY 6: AGRA TO JAIPUR This morning, drive to Jaipur, stopping en route to visit the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. Continue to Abhaneri Village to see the Chand Baori stepwell, an ancient wonder over 1,000 years old. The visually outstanding stepwell was originally dedicated to Harshat Mata, Goddess of Joy and Happiness. Afterwards continue to Jaipur, known as the Pink City. (B, L) DAY 7: JAIPUR Stop briefly at Hawa Mahal, "Palace of the Winds," before continuing to the formidable Amer Fort, where Jeeps will take you to the entrance. Visit the City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory and the local bazaar in Choti Choper. Return to the Amer Fort and dine at the 1135 AD restaurant, located inside the highest ramparts of the fort. (B, L, D) DAY 8: JAIPUR TO GURGAON Leave Jaipur, spending a night in Gurgaon, an emerging city outside Delhi. Tonight, experience Kingdom of Dreams, a live entertainment destination that showcases Indian culture, including many different food outlets, folk dancing performances, Indian craft and souvenirs, palm reading and tea tasting. Here, watch a magical Bollywood performance. Dinner this evening will be at Kingdom of Dreams. (B, L, D) DAY 9: DEPART DELHI Transfer to Delhi Airport for your flight back to the USA. (B) Hawa Mahal INSIDER EXPERIENCES • View the majestic Taj Mahal change color at sunrise • Enjoy a thrilling jeep ride at Amer Fort • Watch a legendary Bollywood performance MEALS INCLUDED: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner Consult your travel agent for more details on this and other escorted tours. PREMIER COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS: LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS Delhi Kempinski Ambience • Agra Radisson Blu Jaipur Marriott Hotel • Gurgaon Courtyard by Marriott GOURMET DINNERS Condé Nast Traveler-winner Olive Bar & Kitchen in Delhi One-of-a-kind Dawat-E-Nawaab in Agra A royal meal at the 1135 AD at Amer Fort in Jaipur Dining and entertainment at Kingdom of Dreams in Gurgaon *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Visa services & fees for US and Canadian passport holders only Group airport transfers Domestic ground transportation (within India) Premier accommodations and taxes • Gourmet meals as indicated Sightseeing and entrance fees with English-speaking guide National Escort throughout with Local Insider Guides at each destination GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Outbound Return To USA Rates* MAR 21, 2015 MAR 29, 2015 $2,895 SEP 5, 2015 SEP 13, 2015 $2,695 NOV 14, 2015 NOV 22, 2015 $2,895 NOTE: SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT APPLIES. For your convenience, we implement a one time tipping protocol of $65 per person on this tour to be paid locally.