This plan takes you through the capital of the country, Delhi, Agra, home for the iconic Taj Mahal and Jaipur, the pink city and the UNESCO World Heritage Monument. After completing the Golden Triangle, the tour extends to the Southern part of the country, Kerala, impresses you with its alluring backwaters, Ayurvedic Therapeutic Massages, Houseboat cruises and relishing Kerala Cuisines. Experience the diverse culture India across these locations.
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Day 1 : Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport our representative will meet you and assist for your transfer to the Hotel. Full day at leisure to relax. Overnight stay in Taj Mahal Hotel.
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Day 2 : Delhi
After breakfast, you visit Old Delhi - Visit the historic Red Fort, Shah Jehan’s elegant citadel in red sandstone. Move on to Jama Masjid (Mosque), India’s largest mosque built by Shah Jahan. Also visit Raj Ghat – the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon visit New Delhi. Start with Qutab Minar, a Tower of Victory which was built in the 12th century by Qutbuddin Aibak. Humayun’s Tomb which is one of the well preserved Mughal monument. Also, visit India Gate, the memorial of the First World War and the road that leads from there to Rashtrapathi Bhawan – the residence of the President of India. Overnight stay in Delhi Taj Mahal Hotel.
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Day 3 : Delhi - Agra
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Agra. After relaxing for a while, proceed to visit Agra Fort, built by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar. Also visit the Mausoleum in Marble Taj Mahal, glittering as the icon of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Rest of the day is at your leisure and you have options to visit local market. Overnight stay at Oberoi Amar Vilas.
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Day 4 : Agra - Jaipur
Early morning visit the grandeur of Taj Mahal once again and after breakfast you will drive to the Pink City Jaipur. En-route you will drive through Fatehpur Sikri (listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site). the deserted red sand stone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, Buland Darwaza, Salim Chishti Tomb and Red Fort then proceed to Jaipur. On arrival check into the hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel Jai Mahal Palace.
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Day 5 : Jaipur City Tour
Post breakfast, start your Jaipur City Tour. The prominent places to visit are the 16th century Amber Fort, where you will enjoy an elephant ride. Drive past the Hawa Mahal, popularly known as Palace of Winds. Post lunch, you will visit the City Palace and Museum ,Jantar Mantar which is an astronomical observatory. Evening is free for your own activities. Overnight stay in Hotel Jai Mahal Palace.
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Day 6 : Jaipur – Cochin ( by flight )
After Breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to airport. On arrival at Cochin airport, you will be met by our tour executive and transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay at Taj Malabar Resort & Spa.
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Day 7 : Fort Cochin Sightseeing
After breakfast proceed for guided sightseeing tour in Fort Cochin to visit Chinese fishing nets, Jewish synagogue, Dutch palace and St. Francis Church. Rest of the day is at your leisure and later in the evening, you have options to watch Kathakali, the Kerala traditional dance show. Overnight stay at Taj Malabar Resort & Spa.
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Day 8 : Cochin – Alleppey
After breakfast proceed to Alleppey, the “Venice of the East”, an alluring destination popular for the backwaters and houseboat cruises. Around 12:00noon you will embark the Luxury houseboat for the enthralling cruise along the shallow backwaters. Pass by beautiful villages, paddy fields, small churches and temples on the banks of the backwaters. The crew on board will prepare delicious dishes embracing the authentic Kerala Recipes for you to relish during your cruise. Overnight stay at Luxury Houseboat .
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Day 9 : Alleppey – Kumarakom
After breakfast you will reach in to Alleppey boat jetty at around 9am , from where you will be transferred to a beautiful backwater Resort. Overnight stay at Kumarakom Lake Resort.
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Day 10 to 13 : Kumarakom
Relax in the Resort. Options for Ayurveda massage/treatment are there to get yourself rejuvenated . Overnight stay at Kumarakom Lake Resort – NO TRANSPORT SERVICE.
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Day 14 : Kumarakom – Cochin airport Departure
Post breakfast, check out from hotel and based on your departure schedule, you will be transferred to airport to board your flight.
Tour Ends with Wonderful Memories !