Day 1 : Arrive Amritsar
Arrive Amritsar. On arrival in Amritsar you will be welcomed by our representative present at Amritsar Airport carrying placard of your name. Transfer to Hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 2 : Amritsar 
After breakfast move for sightseeing covering
Golden Temple-the holy scripture is brought in a vivid procession from the Akal Takhat (the highest temporal seat of the Sikhs) in the morning to the temple to be returned at night. Singing is central to Sikh worship & is a feast to the souls when hymns from the holy scripture are recited Kirtan and the waves of the classical ragas, a sublim blend of voice & music.
Jallianwala Bagh-the historic site where hundreds of innocent Indian men, women an children were massacred by British General Michael Dyer on April 13, 1919. A memoral and Garden have been created here as a national monument.
Afternoon visit Indo-Pak Border to watch retreat ceremony-30 KM on the road to Lahore is India-Pakistan Border. A visit to the border is an interesting experience especially at Sunset, when the retreat ceremony takes place with the Border Security Force on the Indian Side and the Sutlej Rangers on the Pakistan side putting up a well coordinated and spectacular display. The sound from the Bugles blown together from both sides paints past on the canvas when India and Pakistan were one, simultaneously Flags of the two nations are ceremoniously retrieved and lights are switched on marking the end of the day. Amidst thunderous applause today this point is the only land route open to approach Pakistan and central Asia.
Return to hotel in the afternoon. Overnight stay.
Day 3 : Amritsar-Delhi
Early morning transfer to Railway station to board morning shatabdi train at 0515 hrs. Reach New Delhi. Afterwards, move for full day sightseeing in Delhi 
New Delhi : The capital of the country has long been a phoenix rising again out of its ruins. Delhi is really seven cities in one. The first dating from the 11th century. See the famous Qutab Minar-12th century 238 ft. High stone tower,indeed a masterpiece of construction, Humayun's Tomb-Built by widow of the second Moghul king Humayun in 1265. New Delhi was the creation of the British Raj of the 30's and includes the president's house. Parliament, India Gate, The Rajpath and Downtown Connaught Place Old Delhi: For something close to Rudyard Kipling, visit the 17th century old Delhi, Jama Masjid-the biggest mosque in India, Rajghat Memorial where father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.Return to hotel in evening. Have dinner. Overnight.
Day 4 : Delhi-Jaipur
Early morning take a Shatabdi train for Jaipur.
Reach Jaipur - The Pink City of Jaipur is a major gateway to explore the cultural and architectural heritage of Rajasthan. Reputed as one the ancient cities in India, it showcases the best of flamboyant Rajput architecture. Jaipur's ornately decorated vernacular buildings welcome you with open arms. Check in hotel. Full day at leisure to explore Pink City. Overnight stay
Rajasthani Dance
Day 5 : Jaipur
After breakfast move for sightseeing in Jaipur covering:
Amber Palace, Jaipur
The spellbinding Amber Palace still reverberates with the tales of the valor and bravery of Rajput rulers. The fort enjoys a distinct reputation among the tourists for its "Sheesh Mahal"- a hall full of mirrors. The walls and the ceiling of the Mahal are covered with a beautiful array of mirrors that reflect the rays of light. The fort can be explored, in the most exciting way, on an elephant back.
City Palace, Jaipur : The charming City Palace houses countless imposing structures that present a unique blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. The palace is spread across a wide area that includes buildings, gardens and courtyard. Major attractions in the palace include the clock tower, Diwan-E-Aam and Diwan-E-Khas.
Hawa Mahal, Jaipur: The opulent "Hawa Mahal" or the "Palace of winds" is a major landmark not only in Jaipur but also in Rajasthan. The five-story façade, decked with countless windows was built to enable the women of the court to watch royal processions. The intricately carved windows and a breathtaking interplay of red and white sandstone make it a destination par excellence. Return to hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 6 : Jaipur 
After breakfast drive to Agra visiting enroute
Fatehpur Sikri - About 40 Km from Agra lies the magnificent deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri, the capital of the great emperor Akbar. During his brief stay here, a great complex of Forts, Palaces and mosques sprang up, but Akbar was finally forced to abandon his dream city due to scarcity of water, and subsequently it became a ghost town. This epic poem in sandstone lies straddled across a rocky ridge, surrounded by immense walls with nine gates. The largest of the gates is the Buland Darwaza which leads to the Jama Masjid and to the fantastic tomb of Sheikh Salim Chisti which lies under an elaborate marble canopy and is lavishly with mother of pearl.
Continue drive to Agra. Reach Agra in afternoon. On arrival check in hotel.
Evening move for sightseeing covering
The Agra Fort was once the flourishing centre of the mughal dynasty and four successive emperors helped to create its massive walls, within which hindus and muslim styles merge into a splendid fusion of military might and lavish beauty.
The Taj Mahal unquestionably the world's most magnificent monument built in 17th century. A colossal, perfectly proportioned mass of white marble, it is literally a jewel, fashioned over 20 years of hundreds of the skilled craftsmen and over 20000 labourers to float like some fantastic mirage upon the Yamuna.
Evening watch sound & light show on the replica of Taj Mahal at the Oswal Emporium . Return to hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 7 : Agra-Delhi-Amritsar
Early morning transfer to Delhi. Reach Delhi. Transfer to Railway station to board evening Shatabdi Express at 1630 hrs. for Amritsar. Reach Amritsar at 2215 hrs. Check in hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 8 : Depart Amritsar
After breakfast transfer to airport to board your flight back home. Your tour ends here. Carry home the sweet memories you had on your trip well organized by Time Travels.
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