| Day 01 : Delhi |
| Arrive, New Delhi International Airport, where you will be met and assisted for your transfer to the hotel. India's capital & a major gateway to the country, Delhi is contemporary and a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient & the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind Overnight in Delhi. |
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| Day 02 : Delhi sightseeing |
| After breakfast proceed for a Full-Day City Tour of Old and New Delhi.. Visit Jama Masjid, which is the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Drive past Red Fort, President House, India Gate and several other government buildings in Edwin Lutyen's modern Delhi before you head to Rajghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi that marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Thereafter, visit Humayun's Tomb, commissioned by Humayun's wife Hamida Banu Begum in 1562. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, which is the tallest brick minaret in the world; Overnight in Delhi. |
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| Day 03 : Delhi to Agra: |
| After breakfast drive to Agra (203kms /4hrs 30 mins). Arrive Agra & transfer to your chosen hotel. Later proceed for half day tour of Agra. Visit the Agra Fort, which was commissioned in 1565 by Akbar, and subsequently embellished by other Mughal Emperors. The beautiful yet forbidding structure houses many exquisite palaces, and is a handsome example of Mughal architecture. Also visit the Taj Mahal … a mausoleum built as a symbol Emperor Shah Jehan's devotion to his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Considered an architectural marvel, its construction took thousands of workers over 21 years to complete. Overnight in Agra. |
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| Day 04 : Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri |
| After breakfast drive to Jaipur Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri. It is a beautiful and deserted medieval city built by Akbar the Great in the 16th century to serve as the capital of his vast empire. The Mughals later abandoned this city due to lack of water. Later continue your drive to Jaipur. On arrival in Jaipur check in at your hotel. |
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| Day 05 : Jaipur sightseeing |
| Jaipur is the gateway to the magnificent and vibrant state of Rajasthan. Jaipur founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, is a highly distinctive and colourful city characterized by fine bazaars, intricately carved palaces, havelis and forts. Most famous as 'Pink City' for its unusual rose-colored sandstone architecture, Jaipur is a place of kings, queens and legends. In the evening, take a stroll to the local markets for the traditional dresses and shoes, curio shops, blue pottery etc. Overnight in Jaipur. |
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| Day 06 : Jaipur sightseeing |
| After breakfasts proceed for City tour of Jaipur, also known as the 'Pink City'… it is famous for its colorful culture, forts, palaces, and lakes. The old city of Jaipur is painted pink, which gives it a magical glow. Visit the Amber Fort… a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. The best way to explore the fort is to ride up to it on elephant back. Later, stop to photograph the beautiful Hawa Mahal, also known as the "Palace of the Winds." This beautiful façade with its ornately carved latticework windows is made of pink sandstone. Post lunch, visit the City Palace… again, a synthesis of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. Later, visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, comprising geometric devices for measuring time. Overnight in Jaipur. |
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| Day 07 : Jaipur to Udaipur |
| After breakfast proceed your journey to Udaipur. Arrive Udaipur, this romantic city is more than just an oasis with its scenic lakes, tasteful palaces and architectural heritage. It holds a proud collection of five elegant lakes among numerous lavish gardens and fountains, surrounded by striking palaces and forts. Overnight in Udaipur. |
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| Day 08 : Udaipur sightseeing |
| After breakfast, proceed for city tour of Udaipur, visiting the City Palace, standing on the east bank of Lake Pichola. The balconies of the palace provide panoramic views of the Lake Palace Hotel and Jag Mandir on one side, and the city of Udaipur on the other. The paintings, mosaics, intricately carved 'chhatris' and the architecturally brilliant facade all contribute to making your visit to the City Palace a truly memorable experience. Thereafter, visit a picturesque garden, Sahelion ki Bari. You will visit also visit Jagat Temple, Built in 961 A.D, this temple is renowned for its intricate carvings in the exteriors. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola, which is an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362 AD. Overnight in Udaipur. |
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| Day 09 : Udaipur to Goa |
| After breakfast in time transfer to the airport to board flight for Goa. Arrive, Goa airport where you will be met assisted & transferred to your hotel. A paradise of virgin beaches, fun loving people, mouth- watering delicious cuisine, pretty whitewashed chapel's churches that dot the landscape, After meet and assist at the airport transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Goa. |
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| Day 10 : Goa sightseeing |
| Visit the beautiful breached of Goa. Visit Arjuna Beach Baga Beach, Bogmolo Beach, Calangute Beach, Dona Paula Beach. Leter back to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. |
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| Day 11 : Goa |
| After breakfast, the day will be at leisure for own independent activities & shopping (No vehicle at disposal). Overnight in Goa |
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| Day 12 : Goa to Trivandrum |
| Board your flight from Goa to Trivandrum. Upon arrival you'll be picked up & transfer to your Beach Resort. The beach activity center is in an acre of land with lush green swaying coconut palms by the side of the beach with access from the main resort area on the cliff. Enjoy the facilities of the Beach Resort. Stay Kovalam. |
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| Day 13 : Trivandrum Sightseeing |
| Visit Sri Chitra Art Gallery houses paintings from the Mughal, Rajput and Tanjore schools of art. Besides these, the gallery has a rare collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Varma, Svetoslav and Nicholas Roerich. Nappier Museum. Evening enjoy the clear beaches of Kovalam. Stay at Kovalam. |
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| Day 14 : Kovalam to Kumarkom (200km – 4 hrs) |
| Driver from Kovalam to Kumarkom. Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands located on the banks of the famous Vembanad Lake. The Vembanad Lake displys an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web of majestic canals, streams and distributaries. The gorgeous green of the fringed palms beautifully contrast with the ripple in the blue waters. Stay at Kumarkom. |
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| Day 15 : House Boat Cruise at Kumarakom Backwaters |
| Check Out from Resort and transfer to Boat Jetty and check into House boat. . Enjoy the cruise in the backwaters of Kumarakom through paddy fields, coconut lagoons, narrow canals and coir villages Lunch & Dinner at House Boat (Over night at House Boat) |
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| Day 16 : Kumarkom to Cochin (50km) |
| After Breakfast check out from House Boat at Kumarakom Jetty. Here you will be picked up and drive to Cochin. Afternoon visit dutch palace, mattancherry, jewish synagogue, st. Francise church. Overnight stay Cochin. |
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| Day 17 : Cochin to Mumbai |
| Check out from your Hotel & board your flight to Mumbai. You will be transferred to Hotel. Free time for leisure activities. Stay Mumbai. |
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| Day 18 : Mumbai |
| Visit Gate Way Of India, Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus – CST Railway Sation (Old Victoria Terminus), Haji Ali, Nehru Planetorium, Bandra Worli Sea Link, Race Course. Back to your Hotel |
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| Day 19 : Mumbai |
| Visit Nariman Point, Hanging arden, Chowpaty Beach & evening at Marine Drive. Back to Hotel. |
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| Day 20 : You'll be check out from the hotel. You will be drop to airport for your onward journey. |
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