Golf Tour
VISITING: MUMBAI - JAIPUR - AGRA - DELHI
DAY 01: MUMBAI
Arrive Bombay.
Assistance on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Check-in time 12 noon.
The Gateway and chief entry port of India is a great industrial center and is reputed to be the most cosmopolitan city in the East. With its beautiful natural harbour, studded with emeralds islands and a palm-fringed shore which rises gradually to the mountain peaks. Its one of the finest waterfronts. Highlights of the city sightseeing include the Gateway of India, Hanging Gardens , Prince of Wales Museum, the bustling Crawford Market, Flora Fountain and the Dhobi Ghats – a vast outdoor laundry.
Overnight at Hotel Taj Mahal.
DAY 02: MUMBAI
Morning free for independent activities.
Afternoon guided city sightseeing tour visiting- Gateway of India, Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus, Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Garden and Mani Bhavan.
Overnight at Hotel Taj Mahal.
DAY 03: MUMBAI
Morning transfer to the Presidency Golf Club for a day of golfing in the par 70 Peter Thompson designed Golf Course. We will try to get the Tee Off time for 0930 hrs.
Important: No Golf Carts are available but Caddies will carry the bags.
Rest of the evening free for independent activities.
Overnight at Hotel Taj Mahal.
DAY 04: MUMBAI JAIPUR
Morning optional guided excursion to Elephanta Caves
ELEPHANTA CAVES – Also called Gharpuri is an hour’s trip by motor launch from the Gateway of India. The name Elephanta was given by the Portuguese from an elephant-like stone found there.
The Elephanta Island is known as Gharapuri (fortress city). The 7th century cave temple complex, which has been carved out of rock under two small holls, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was a flourishing place of pilgrimage tilla few centuries ago. It has a magnificent 18 feet high, three-headed bust of Shiva- the Maheshmurti. The main cave, which is known as Elephanta, is supported by masasiva pillars, each restin gon a supported by massive pillars, each resing on a square base with fluted shafts. Inside is the main hall housing sculptures of various gods in the Hindu mythology.
Later transfer to airport in time to board flight for Jaipur.
Assistance on arrival in Jaipur and transfer to Hotel Rambagh Palace.
Jaipur is about 275 km from Delhi and 250 km from Agra and forms the most chosen tourism golden triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. It a bustling capital city and a business centre with all the trapping of modern metropolis but yet flavored strongly with an age-old charm that never fails to surprise a traveler.
Overnight at Hotel Rambagh Palace.
DAY 05: JAIPUR
The Rambagh Golf Club was a part of the rambagh palace & Rambagh Polo Club.
We will arrive at the Club at 0930 hrs and will be welcomed by decorated Elephants lined up at the entrance. The location of the course is n the heart of the city and one can see a few monuments while playing here.
Important: No Golf Carts are available but Caddies will carry the bags.
Rest of the evening free for independent activities.
Overnight at Hotel Rambagh Palace.
DAY 06: JAIPUR
Morning guided excursion to the fabled Amber Palace situated atop a hill overlooking the city. Amber (pronounced Amber) is situated about 11 kilometres from Jaipur and was the ancient citadel of the ruling Kachhawa clan of Amber, before the capital was shifted in the plains to present day Jaipur.
The Amber Fort set in picturesque and rugged hills is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Constructed by Raja Man Singh I in 1592 and completed by Sawai Jai Singh I the fort is made in red sand stone and white marble. The rugged forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise with a beautiful fusion of art and architecture. Amber is the classic and romantic fort- palace with a magnificent aura. The interior wall of the palace depicts expressive painting scenes with carvings, precious stones and mirror settings. In the foreground is the Maota Lake providing a breathtaking look. Built mainly for the warring enemies as a safe place, the heavily structured walls could defend the residents within the ramparts of the fort.
Afternoon guided city sightseeing tour of Jaipur visiting the Maharaja’s City Palace, the Observatory, the Museum, and the impressive Palace of Winds with the intricate facade carved out of pink sandstone.
Overnight at Hotel Rambagh Palace.
DAY 07: JAIPUR – AGRA BY SURFACE (250 KMS / 5 HRS)
Morning proceed to Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri– Twenty-seven miles from Agra, is Akbar’s Capital where Phantoms of ancient pomp and splendor fill a deserted city, silent witnesses to a vanished dream. The capital had to be abandoned by the Emperor for lack of adequate water supply. The marble tomb of the Saint “Salim Chisti” and the Bulland Durwaza, the highest gateway in the world, are some of the highlights of the place.
Later drive to Agra and transfer to Hotel Amar Vilas.
Agra is globally renowned as the city of the Taj Mahal. But this royal Mughal city has, in addition to the legendary Taj, many monuments that epitomize the high point of Mughal architecture. In the Mughal period, in the 16th and 17th centuries, Agra was the capital of India.
Overnight at Hotel Amar Vilas.
DAY 08: AGRA – DELHI BY SURFACE (210 KMS / 5 HRS)
Morning guided city sightseeing tour of Agra visiting Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
The crowning glory of the city is obviously the Taj, a monument of love and imagination that represents India to the world.
The Taj Mahal (Close on Friday) stands serene and awesome, on a raised marble platform, by the banks of the Yamuna, testifying to the timelessness of art and love. Its pure white marble shimmers silver in the soft moonlight, exudes a shell – pink glow at dawn, and at the close of the day, takes on the tawny, fiery hue of the majestic sun.
Shahjahan built the monument in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the ‘lady of the Taj’. It has been called the most extravagant monument ever built for the sake of love. The construction of the Taj commenced in 1631, and was completed in 1653. Workers were gathered from all over the country and from Central Asia, and about 20,000 people were recruited to translate this wild dream into a reality.
Among the other monuments that Agra takes pride in is the Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. Theconstruction of this massive structure began in 1565, under Akbar, and continued till the time of his grandson, Shahjahan. Armed with massive double walls, punctuated by four gateways, the fort houses palaces, courts, mosques, baths, gardens and gracious pavilions within its premises. Among the fascinating structures that are to be found within the fort is the red sandstone Jehangiri Mahal built by Akbar for his Hindu queen, Jodhabai, was one of the earliest constructions illustrating the fort’s change from a military structure to a palace.
Later proceed to Delhi and transfer to Hotel The Oberoi.
Delhi as the capital of India Delhi is the seat of administration and the monuments which tell the saga of a bygone era stand there. These icons are testimony to the grandeur of past and also an attraction for the tourists. With an area of 1483 sq. Kms, Delhi is all set to acquire full statehood. The charm of Delhi has attracted Emperors, Conquerors and poor in equally. It is correctly said that Delhi is a land of ‘Dilwalas’ or for people with heart. This phrase acquires a true colour when one goes around the lanes of Delhi. Delhi– a window to the kaleidoscope that is India. From a string of historical monuments to modern commercial centers, Delhi has evolved into an exceptional and dynamic destination offering a wealth of shopping and sightseeing activities. Tourism in Delhi has undergone a sea change in recent times as the city is in the process of a steady makeover.
Overnight at Hotel The Oberoi.
DAY 09: DELHI
Since the hotel is situated right next to the Delhi Golf Club, you would be able to see the Course from your rooms. We will tee off at 0900 hrs.
Important: No Golf Carts are available but Caddies will carry the bags.
Rest of the evening free for independent activities.
Overnight at Hotel The Oberoi.
DAY 10: DELHI
Morning proceed to Greater Noida (25 kms) to enjoy one of the finest Golf Courses in the country – Jaypee Greens , designed by Greg Norman – white schark..
Since the course is away from the hotel we will take a Tee Off Time for 1100 hrs and play through out the day.
Important: Golf Carts and Caddies will be available on this course.
Rest of the evening free for independent activities.
Overnight at Hotel The Oberoi.
DAY 11: DELHI
Morning proceed to another beautiful signature course on the itinerary. The Classic Golf & Country Club & Resort situated in the Arravali range of mountains designed by Jack Nicklaus and it is a pleasure to play in the beautiful surroundings.
Important: Golf Carts and Caddies will be available on this course.
Rest of the evening free for independent activities.
Overnight at Hotel The Oberoi.
DAY 12: DELHI
Morning guided city sightseeing tour of Old Delhi visiting – the Red Fort – one of the magnificent places of the East with Divan-I-Aam where once stood the jeweled Peacock Throne, and the graceful Pearl Mosque, Jama Masjid which is considered the biggest in India, Chandni Chowk – a typical Bazaar with narrow lanes and traditional traders Raj Ghat where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.
Afternoon guided city sightseeing tour of New Delhi visiting War Memorial Arch-India Gate, Parliament House, Qutub Minar-built in 12th century and Humayun’s Tomb.
Overnight at Hotel The Oberoi.
DAY 13: DELHI OUT
Transfer to airport in time to board flight for onward destination. Check-out time is 12 noon.
Bon Voyage |
Note: all the above arrangements are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. |