Conference Tour - 15th December 2023 (Optional)
Same Day Agra Tour
Itinerary : (DELHI – AGRA – DELHI) 203 Kms, Approx 4 hrs drive one way.)
0700 hrs : Pick up from conference venue, IIT Delhi and Drive to Agra via Yamuna Express Way.
1100 - 1230 hrs : Upon arrival in Agra, visit Taj Mahal - world famous marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jehan in the ever lasting memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, It is widely considered as one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and stands as a symbol of eternal love. Taj Mahal is the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements from Persian, Islamic and Indian architectural styles. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
13:00 - 1400 hrs : Lunch at a deluxe restaurant
1415 - 1500 hrs : Visit Agra Fort which is a huge monument of red sandstone that dominate a bend in the river Yamuna, 2 km northwest of Taj Mahal was build by the Mughal during 1565-1571. The fort contains wonderful mosques and palaces in red sandstone and white marble erected by two generations of inventive builders during the time of Akbar and afterward Jehangir and Shahjahan.
1530 - 1600 hrs : Shopping at Agra which is famous for its marble and soft-stone inlay work, leather goods, brassware and carpets which involve delicate yarn overlays. Semi-precious and precious jewellery in ornate Mughal style is also available.
1600 hrs : Drive back to Delhi, reach Hotel 2000 Hrs (approx.)
- Foreign Delegate : EURO 86 per person
- Indian Delegate : INR 5,000 Per Person
- Transportation in an AC vehicle
- Buffet lunch at a deluxe restaurant
- Entrance tickets for Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
- Services of English speaking guide in Agra
- Parking, toll charges and other government taxes./li>
- Items of personal nature drinks, things other then specified.
- Any other personal expenses.
- Any increase in the fuel prices, change in government policy will have to be borne by the client.
Delhi Sightseeing Tour
Duration: 7 Hrs (Pick up at 9 AM from IIT Delhi, Drop back at IIT Delhi at 4 pm)
Visit: The architectural marvels of Mughal Era – Humayun’s Tomb & Qutub Minar. Drive past India Gate and Parliament House. Shopping at the Dilli Haat
Program Brief
Qutub Minar complex at Mehrauli. Qutub Minar is the tallest stone tower in India and one of the greatest bequests of Islamic culture. This 72.5 metre high tower dates back to the 13th century. At its base lies the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque, the very first mosque to be built in India. A famous iron pillar of the 5th century stands before it, that has remained rust free for 1500 years!
Humayun’s Tomb (a UNESCO World Heritage monument) Built by the widow of the second Mughal Emperor, Humayun, it is an outstanding monument in Indo-Persian style & a precursor to the Taj Mahal.
Drive past India Gate and Parliament House India Gate – the war memorial dedicated to Indian soldiers, who died during World War I. The eternal flame runs on gas and is a tribute to soldiers who lost their lives in the service of the nation.
Dilli Haat (a village market setting), it transports you to the magical world of Indian art and heritage presented through a fascinating panorama of craft, cuisine and cultural activities. It is the best place to buy Indian handicrafts and textiles.
You can also savour the inimitable flavors of delightful local foods from various regions of India be it the momos from Sikkim or the Bamboo hot chicken from Nagaland, Kahwa & Kebabs from Jammu, Pooranpoli from Maharastra or the Gujrati Dhokla.
- Foreign Delegate : EUR 25 Per Person
- Indian Delegate : INR 840 Per Person
- Sightseeing by air-conditioned vehicle
- Monument Entrances
- Accompanied English Speaking Guide
- All applicable taxes.
- Any Meals
- Items of personal like tips, camera fees etc
- Any other services / items not specified under “Tour Cost Includes…”
1100 - 1230 hrs : Upon arrival in Agra, visit Taj Mahal - world famous marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jehan in the ever lasting memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, It is widely considered as one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and stands as a symbol of eternal love. Taj Mahal is the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements from Persian, Islamic and Indian architectural styles. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
1415 - 1500 hrs : Visit Agra Fort which is a huge monument of red sandstone that dominate a bend in the river Yamuna, 2 km northwest of Taj Mahal was build by the Mughal during 1565-1571. The fort contains wonderful mosques and palaces in red sandstone and white marble erected by two generations of inventive builders during the time of Akbar and afterward Jehangir and Shahjahan.
- Drive to Jaipur
Early morning excursion to Amber fort situated at a distance of 11kms in the outskirts of the city is Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal and Jagmandir. You can have the unique experience of traveling on elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. It has halls of Public and Private audience, a Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) various marble palaces which are marvelous examples of ancient Rajput architecture. Ride an elephant to ascend the hill on which the Fort is situated.
(Subject to availability alternatively by Jeep)
During your tour of the pink city, visit the City Palace the former royal residence built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles which houses a museum with a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes and armoury of the Mughals and Rajputs, including swords of different shapes and sizes with ornate handles. Also visit the Jantar Mantar - an astrological and astronomical Observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 18th century, which is remarkable for its accuracy even at the Present times. Lastly stop at Palace-of-Winds Hawa Mahal for taking pictures and spend time in crowded lanes & by lanes of pink city, haggling and souvenir-hunting.
- Breakfast at hotel
Visit: The architectural marvels of Mughal Delhi – Humayun’s Tomb & Qutub Minar
Visit Qutub Minar complex at Mehrauli. Qutub Minar is the tallest stone tower in India and one of the greatest bequests of Islamic culture. This 72.5 metre high tower dates back to the 13th century. It was started by Qutub-ud-din Aibak in 1199. At its base lies the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque, the very first mosque to be built in India. A famous iron pillar of the 5th century stands before it that has remained rust free for 1500 years!
Visit: Raj Ghat, Jama Mosque and architectural marvel of Mughal Delhi – the Red Fort. Drive past President’s House, India Gate
Jama Masjid: Commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, builder of the Taj Mahal, and completed in the year 1628 AD, it is the largest and best-known mosque in India
Drive past India Gate and Parliament House India Gate - the war memorial dedicated to Indian soldiers, who died during World War I. The name of many soldiers who died during World War I is inscribed on its wall. The eternal flame runs on gas and is a tribute to soldiers who lost their lives in the service of the nation.
Visit: Lotus Temple & Akshardham Temple (On all days except Monday) 
The Akshardham monument, built of sandstone and marble is one of the wonders of the modern India. It consists of 234 ornately carved pillars, 9 ornate domes, 20 quadrangled shikhars, a spectacular Gajendra Pith (plinth of stone elephants) and 20,000 murtis and statues of India's great sadhus, devotees, acharyas and divine personalities.The monument is a fusion of several architectural styles of pink stone and pure white marble. Pink stone symbolizes bhakti (devotion) in eternal bloom and white marble of absolute purity and eternal peace