Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi epitomises 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss. It brilliantly showcases the essence of India ’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages. The Akshardham experience is an enlightening journey through India ’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress, happiness and harmony of mankind. The grand, ancient-styled Swaminarayan Akshardham complex was built in only five years through the blessings of HDH Pramukh Swami Maharaj of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) and the colossal devotional efforts of 11,000 artisans and BAPS volunteers, The temple has 234 ornate pillars, 20,000 statues and many arches . The complex was inaugurated on 6 November, 2005 .

Akshardham means the eternal, divine abode of the supreme God, the abode of eternal values and virtues of Akshar as defined in the Vedas and Upanishads where divine bhakti, purity and peace forever pervades.

For the first time ever in the world witness the heritage of India in all its facets, insights and beauty at the Swaminarayan Akshardham through its monument, exhibitions, verdant gardens and other attractions

Applicable price :-

US$ 100.00 Per car

The Above cost includes :-

• Transportation by air-conditioned luxury car with local English speaking guide.
• Entrance fee at Temple.
• All presently applicable taxes.

Important note:-

   -Timings: 0900 Hrs to 1900 Hrs.
   -Approx. 25 Kms/45 minutes (One way

Half Day Visit to Lotus is a very recent architectural marvel of the Bahai faith, located in Delhi . Shaped like a half opened Lotus flower, this temple is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. It is open to all faiths and is an ideal place for meditation and obtaining peace and tranquility. Lotus Temple is a marvel of modern architecture, which is visible from several spots in south Delhi . The lotus flower signifies purity and peace, a representation of the Manifestation of God, to the people of India . This ancient symbol has been given a modern and contemporary form in the structure of the Bahai House of Worship drawing into its sanctum sanctorum people from all races, religious backgrounds and culture from around the globe. It represents the Bahai faith, - an independent world religion; divine in origin, all embracing in scope, broad in its outlook, scientific in its method, humanitarian in its principles, and dynamic in the influence.

The Lotus, as seen from outside, has three sets of petals. The outermost set of nine petals, called the entrance leaves, open outwards and form the nine entrances all around the outer annular hall. The next set of nine petals, called "inner leaves", which appear to be partly closed, rise above the rest and form the main structure housing the central hall.

Applicable price :-

US$ 92.00 Per car

The above cost includes:

• Transportation by air-conditioned luxury car with local English speaking guide.
• Entrance fee at Temple.
• All presently applicable taxes.

Important note :-

   - Timings: 0930 Hrs to 1730 Hrs.
   - Temple is closed for public on Monday.

0900 hrs : Tours Starts

Old Delhi : The gracious Red Fort that looks out towards the Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India ) and the ever crowded, always busy Chandni Chowk of the erstwhile Mughal period are all waiting to be explored.

Sightseeing of Old Delhi will take you to Visit Jama Mosque, an architectural extravaganza of Shahjehan, drive past Red Fort, a fort that contains within it palaces and impressive public buildings, delicately carved inlaid and marbled Royal Chambers and Raj Ghat, where father of the nation was cremated.

New Delhi : The Imperial city planned for the British by Lutyens is set in parks and shaded avenues with wide boulevards that offer ever-changing perspectives of its Victorian past. The majestic grandeur of Rajpath forms fitting backdrop for the colorful, annual Republic Day Parade. It is surrounded by the buildings of government such as Parliament House, President’s House and the Secretariat Buildings at one end and the Imperial India Gate Memorial at the other end.

Sightseeing of New Delhi willtake you to visit Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar, an 11^th century victory tower that rises to a height of 73 meters. Drive past the India gate, Government buildings, Rashtrapati Bhawan and Parliament house.

Applicable price :-

US$ 110 Per car

Supplement for entrance fee at the monument mentioned in the itinerary : USD 12 per person

The above cost includes:

0800hrs : After buffet breakfast leave for Agra by surface.

AGRA : On the bank of the River Yamuna, Agra reigns over a glorious past created by warriors as skilled in art and architecture as they were on the battlefield. The city’s historical origins before the Mughal conquest are dim and it was practically founded by the Mughal Emperor Babur. To the lover of art and to the traveler seeking the wonders of India , Agra is the goal of a pilgrimage, its shrines being the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
        Upon arrival in Agra proceed for sightseeing including visit to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.

Taj Mahal: Taj Mahal stands on the bank of River Yamuna, which otherwise serves as a wide moat defending the Great Red Fort of Agra, the center of the Mughal emperors until they moved their capital to Delhi in 1637. It was built by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan in 1631 in memory of his second wife, Mumtaz Mahal, a Muslim Persian princess. When Mumtaz Mahal was still alive, she extracted four promises from the emperor: first, that he build the Taj; second, that he should marry again; third, that he be kind to their children; and fourth, that he visit the tomb on her death anniversary. He kept the first and second promises. Construction began in 1631 and was completed in 22 years. Twenty thousand people were deployed to work on it. The material was brought in from all over India and central Asia and it took a fleet of 1000 elephants to transport it to the site. It was designed by the Iranian architect Ustad Isa and it is best appreciated when the architecture and its adornments are linked to the passion that inspired it. It is a "symbol of eternal love". TAJ REMAINS CLOSED FOR PUBLIC ON FRIDAYS

Agra Fort : It represents first major building project of Akbar, though remains of only a few buildings built by him now survive. Built on the site of an earlier castle in AD 1565-75, the fort, apart from other important units, contains Jahangiri Mahal, Khass Mahal, Diwan-i-Khass, Diwan-i-Am, Machchhi Bhawan and Moti Masjid. Many extant buildings were erected by Shah Jahan (AD 1630-55). Irregularly triangular on plan, it is enclosed by a double battlemented massive wall of red sandstone which is about 2 km in perimeter and interrupted by graceful curves and lofty bastions. Of its four gates, the most impressive is the Delhi Gate on the west.

Later drive back to Delhi . On arrival in Delhi transfer to hotel / international airport as the case may be

Cost of transportation :
USD 471.00 per car

Supplement (In US$ Per Person)
Entrance to the monuments : USD 24 per person

Cost of Tour Includes :

• Sightseeing / excursions as mentioned above by air-conditioned luxury car
• Services of local English-speaking guide as per programme
• All presently applicable taxes.

Cost does not include :

• Entrance fee at the monuments (which has been quoted separately)
• Personal expenses like tips, drinks, laundry, telephone, calls and insurance
• Any other service which has not been specified as "include