DAY ONE : Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport / Delhi railway station transfer to your hotel. Later enjoy a city tour of Delhi - visit Raj Ghat; drive past the magnificent Red Fort. The tour continues to Jama Masjid, one of Asia 's largest mosques and which is viewed from outside. In the afternoon, proceed on a city tour visiting Qutab Minar , India Gate and the Lotus Temple . Also drive past President's House, Parliament House and Government Secretariat Buildings .
DAY TWO : On to Agra (220 kms / approx. 6 hour drive)
Today the journey continues to another historical and romantic city of Agra . En route visit Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city and once the capital of the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. In 1584, only 14 years after moving here, Akbar abandoned this short-lived capital because of shortage of water. Upon arrival at Agra , visit the famous Taj Mahal built by Mughul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his beloved Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains.
Agra is located about 139 miles southeast of Delhi along the west bank of the River Jumna. Located between Mathura and Surajpur, referred to by Greek historians as Methoras and Cleisobora, Agra was part of the Surasena Empire with Mathura as the capital.
DAY THREE
In Jaipur | Visit Amer, City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Proceed to the Pink City of Jaipur.This morning, you will proceed on a visit to the ancient capital of the Kachhawaha Rajputs, Amer Fort.Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamp light is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room. En route your way to Jaipur enjoy a photo-stop at Hawa Mahal- the palace of winds, an elaborate facade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on the street below.Later this afternoon, you will visit the City Palace and Jantar- Mantar, the observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh-II.
DAY FOUR : Arrive Goa
On arrival at Dabolim airport or Thivim / Madgaon railway station (on your own) you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Goa by a hotel courtesy coach. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax in the hotel or explore and shop in the local market or just stroll on the beach, swim (weather permitting), or just laze around and chill out at the beach shacks. Overnight stay in the hotel.
DAY FIVE
This morning, at leisure to relax and enjoy the facilities within the hotel. In the afternoon,proceed on a tour of Old Goa visiting the Basilica of Bom Jesus wherein lies the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier; walk across to the magnificent Se Cathedral that houses the famous Golden Bell. Thereafter proceed to the temple of Mangueshi dedicated to Lord Shiva. Drive to Dona Paula, a point where the Zuari and Mandovi rivers meet the Arabian sea.Overnight stay in the hotel.
DAY SIX
Morning at leisure. You get transferred to Dabolim airport or Thivim /Madgaon railway station for your onward journey.
( In case of Airline you will be reaching in the same night at Cochin and will be tranfred to the hotel on arrival)
DAY SEVEN
Pick up from the railway station and tranfer to Fort Cochin . Day at leisure, Sunset at Fortcochin, Local Siteseeing ect. Overnight stay in the Hotel,
DAY EIGHT
After Breakfast proceed to local site seeing, Fort Cochin , Mattancherry, Jew Street , Spice Market. Chinese Fishing nets, Etc. Cultural show , dance programs at Cochin , Over night stay in the Hotel.
DAY NINE
After breakfast proceed to Munnar-the most sought after tourist destination in South India . Large expanse of tea plantations, forests, wild life, valleys and mountains give Munnar a favored tourist status. Munnar - breathtakingly beautiful - a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Over night stay in a suite room at windy hills resorts.
DAY TEN
After Breakfast off for site seeing Munnar Set at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains- exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests - aroma of spice scented cool air - yes! Visit about the scenic destinations; Day at leisure. A drive to marayur and we can organize trekking. Over night stay in the resort / camp / eco lodge.
DAY ELEVEN
Enjoy – Marayur / Kantaloor – a hill village with a lot of places to see, you can visit archeological sites, cave painting, trekking, a visit to the high altitude rain forest ( Mannavan Chola) , visit faming, tribal houses will be of great attraction. We will be organizing a private camp fire and tribal dance in the evening (For Group Packages)
DAY TWELVE
After breakfast, transfer to Kumarakom – Checking at the Resort , sight seeing over night stay in the Backwater Resort. Today – ayuvedic rejuvenation massage at the backwater resort.
DAY THIRTEEN Early morning check out from kuarkom and proceed to Alleppey. On arrival embark on your private houseboat and cruise on the Backwaters, a splendid area full of canals, lakes and coves. Your houseboats or 'Kettuvalloms' are luxurious boats with well appointed bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. You can sunbathe on the deck or observe the palm fringed landscape from your cabins. Apart from the mesmerizing surroundings it's the life along the backwaters that makes this a fascinating experience. The locals travel in canoes and you will find vegetable sellers, fishermen and other traders bringing household goods, door to door in small wooden boats. As you cruise along the backwaters you can ask your captain to stop at villages, paddy fields and other places enroute. Overnight on board. (Full Board) (Vehicle for transfer)
DAY FOURTEEN
After Breakfast, Proceed to Kovalam , Day at leisure for site seeing overnight stay in the Hotel.
DAY FIFTEEN
Enjoy the Beach – Go for a visit to Trivandrum , the capital of Kerala, Visit sri Padmanabha swami temple, Napier museum etc. Afternoon for shopping. Evening back to the resort
DAY SIXTEEN
After breakfast checkout from the resort for departure.
