Day 01: Arrival Delhi - Welcome to India
Our representative at the airport welcomes you and then you will be escorted to the hotel in a private car. Rest & overnight in Delhi.
Day 02: New Delhi: Old & the new facets
In the first half we visit the Ancient (OLD) parts of Delhi comprise the Red fort, Jama Masjid & Chandni Chowk. and than we approach towards Connaught place - the blooming heart of the City via Raj Ghat. The second half takes you through the Modern (NEW) parts of Delhi covering the India Gate, President House and Sansad Bhavan. The evening gives you the option of enjoying the Sound & light show at the red fort or at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Agra
Early morning proceed for Taj Mahal - "the epitome of love" ,with professional English speaking guide, visit Taj Mahal (Taj Mahal Closed on Friday) considered as the finest example of Mughal architecture and the most photoengraved monument in the world, The beauty of this magnificent monument is such that it is beyond the scope of words. The thoughts that come into the mind while watching the Taj Mahal of Agra is not just its phenomenal beauty, but the immense love which was the reason behind its construction. Later come back to Hotel for Breakfast.
After breakfast proceed to visit Agra Fort. The elegant building has an image of an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural style built by Emperor Akber. It is one of the most important and robustly built stronghold of the Mughals, embellished with number of richly decorated buildings encompassing the imposing Mughal style of art and architecture. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 04:Agra - Bharatpur (60Kms / 01 Hrs)
Bharatpur (Enroute Fatehpur Sikri)
Morning visit of the sanctuary. After breakfast drive to Bharatpur. Arrival and checkin at the hotel. Rest of the day for leisure and independent activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05: Bharatpur - Jaipur (177 kms / 03 Hrs)
Early morning visit the Keoladeo National Park /wildlife Sanctuary which is famous as bird's paradise, with over 380 resident and migrant species of birds. After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Thereafter you can experience the carpet weaving, the block printing demonstration and the Turban wearing which plays a vital role in the Rajasthani life. Rest of the day free at leisure or shopping. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06: Jaipur - The Pink City.
Breakfast at hotel. Morning excursion to Amber Fort. At Amber Fort you climb up the fort on elephant's back like the Maharajas and visit the Amber Palace of the Kuchchawa rulers. Later visit half day city tour of Pink City which includes Hawa Mahal : (the palace of winds), Jantar Mantar : Science lovers will love Jantar mantar an observatory built by the founder of Jaipur in 1728AD and the City Palace Museums which contains the original collection of the Maharajas of Jaipur. Evening enjoy a GEM-CUTTING & POLISHING demonstration as Jaipur is one of the world's most noted gem producers. Thereafter enjoy Rickshaw ride through old part of Pink city. Back to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 07: Jaipur - Bikaner (321 kms/ 7 hrs)
In the morning drive to Bikaner -Vale of Serenity, upon arrival check in to hotel. Enjoy city tour covering Junagadh Fort - constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a 986 metre long wall with 37 bastions & two entrances.
Bhand Sagar Temple - The 16 th century Jain temple, crowned by a high grey stone tower. Behind the temple, there is a park which offers a picturesque view of the city wall and surrounding countryside. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 08: Bikaner - Jaisalmer (333kms/ 8 hrs)
In the morning drive to Jaisalmer - The Citadel City, Arrive and check into hotel. Take rest at the hotel. Remaining day free for independent activities. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09: Jaisalmer
After breakfast full day city tour covering Jaisalmer Fort - built on the highest point of the Tricuta hill,Sun Gate. Outstanding features are Megh Durbar & various temples, Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli , Patwon-Ki-Haveli - some of the beautiful mansions with stone carving and lattice work of breath taking intricacy, Gadi Sagar Tank Manak Chowk, Meg Durbar. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (285 kms/ 6 hrs)
Today morning after breakfast drive to Jodhpur -The Desert enchantment, arrive and check into hotel. Take rest at the hotel. Remaining day free for independent activities. Overnight at hotel.
Day 11: Jodhpur
After Breakfast proceed to enjoy city tour covering, Mehrangarh fort - unsurpassed in beauty & grandeur, it is one of the largest forts.
Jaswant Thada - The 19th century royal cenotaph, is built out of intricately carved sheets of marble.
'Mandore gardens' - collection of temples and memorials, and its high rock terraces, is another major attraction. Umaid Bhavan, Moti/Phool Mahal, Balsamamand Lake Garden.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12: Jodhpur - Udaipur (300 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Drive to Udaipur The city of lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing velour and chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichhola is an enticing sight. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Day at Relax.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Udaipur
In the morning start city tour covering, Saheliyon - Ki - Bari, The garden for the maids of honour of the queen. Jagdish temple - dedicated to Lord Vishnu & approachable by a broad flight of steps, City Palace - located amidst Lake Pichola. Evening for leisure activities.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14: Udaipur - Mumbai ( By Air )
Breakfast at hotel. Early morning transfer to airport to connect with onward flight to Mumbai. On arrival in Mumbai assistance at the airport and transfer to hotel. Half day city tour of Mumbai visiting Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum, High Court of Bombay, VT Station, Crawford Market, Marine Drive, Jain Temple, Hanging Gardens, Tomb of Silence, Mani Bhawan & Dhobi Ghat. Afternoon free. Farewell Dinner.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 15: Mumbai
Breakfast at Hotel in Mumbai and proceed towards city sightseeing including.
The Gateway of India - the landmark of Mumbai city. The monument is situated on the waterfront in the southern part of the city .
Flora Fountain - Inspired from Flora - the Roman Goddess of Flowers, Flora Fountain is a stone fountain in South Mumbai.
Town Hall - Town Hall is conceivably the most imperial structure amongst the heritage buildings of Mumbai. The pillared monument is even more significant for its exquisite edifice that has old wooden floor.
Malabar Hill- Malabar Hill is a small hill in South Mumbai that is quarters to the famous Hanging Gardens, Walkeshwar Temple and Kamala Nehru Gardens of the Dream City of India.
Nariman Point , Prithvi Theatre, Rajabai Tower.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 16: Mumbai - Cochin
Arrive at Cochin. Meeting and assistance on arrival. Transfer to hotel. Rest day at Relax. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 17: Cochin City Tour
Morning proceed for a full day city tour of Cochin, the palm green commercial capital of Kerala, also know as the "queen of Arabian Sea". Visit St Francis Church, Jewis Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace and the Chinese fishing Nets etc.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 18: Cochin - Munnar
After breakfast, depart for Munnar (5 hours journey). Arrive and check in your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 19: Munnar City Tour
After breakfast embark on a full day sight seeing tour of Munnar.
Mattupetty - Mattupetty is known for its highly specialised dairy farm, the Indo-Swiss live stock project.
Devikulam - Devikulam is an idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience you can feel here.
Eravikulam National Park - Eravikulam National Park is located at a distance of 15 km from Munnar in the state of Kerala. The park is breathtakingly beautiful and is easily comparable to the best mountain ranges found anywhere in the world.
Rajmala - The natural habitat of the Nilgiri Tahr,Rajamala is 2695 m above sea level. Half the world's population of the rare mountain goat or tahr, which is fast becoming extinct, is now found here.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 20: Munnar - Thekkady
Breakfast at the hotel, thereafter transfer to Thekkady (5 hours drive). Arrive and check in your hotel. Optionally visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Periyar Lake.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 21: Thekkady - Kumarakom - Alleppy
Check out after breakfast and proceed to Kumarakom - Alleppy. Arrive and check in your pre-booked hotel.
Chettikulangara Bhagawathy Temple - The highlight of this impressive temple is its massive oil lamp made from granite.
Ambalapuzha - This famous Sri Krishna temple at Ambalapuzha, is famous for its traditional Kerala architecture and delicious palpayasam(sweet porridge made with milk).
Aruthunkal - The ancient St.Sebastian Church was built by the Portuguese and is a popular centre of pilgrimage for the Christians of Kerala.
Thrikodithanam Temple, Changanacherry - This is said to be one of the five temples where the idol of Lord Vishnu, worshipped by the Pandavas, (heroes of the epic Mahabharatha) is kept.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 22: Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kovlam
After breakfast, proceed to Kovlam, check in your hotel. Day at leisure at the beautiful Kovalam beach.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 23: Kovlam
After Breakfast embark on a sight seeing tour of Trivandrum. The tour includes Padmanabha Swami Temple, Museum, Art Gallery among the other famous attractions. Evening free for independent activities.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 24: Kovalam
After Breakfast visit Kanyakumari for Full day Sightseeing.
Thiruvallam Backwaters -This place, enroute to Thiruvananthapuram, is famous for backwater rides.
Kollam Backwaters - The boarding point for many a mindblowing houseboat cruise.
Neyyar Dam - The dam is built on the basin where the three rivers Neyyar, Mullayar, and Kallar meet.
Varkala Beach - Varkala is a sea side resort, as well as an important Hindu centre of pilgrimage.
Hawa Beach - Hawa Beach is actually an extension of Lighthouse Beach. The two crescent shaped beaches are separated by a rocky promontory.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 25: Kovlam-Delhi- Mumbai
Drop at Trivandrum airport for your onward Flight to Delhi / Mumbai.
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GOLDEN TRIANGLE WITH RAJASTHAN AND KERALA BACKWATERS
Duration: 24 Nights / 25 Days
