This trip combines some of the most famous sites of northern India with some time in the beautiful southern state of Kerala. It is ideal for a first trip to the sub-continent as we visit all the well known places of the ‘Golden Triangle’, that’s Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, as well as including Cochin in the south, time on a houseboat in the backwaters of Kerala, and a couple of days relaxation on the beach.
1. Traditional meet and greet service by garland
2. Spectacular monuments in Delhi
3. Visit Sikandra, Akbar’s tomb
4. Tonga ride in Agra
5. A visit to the heritage monuments of Taj Mahal, Agra Fort
6. Visit Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital city of Mughal Emperor Akbar
7. Enjoy the ascent on caparisoned elephant in Jaipur
8. Munnar's mesmerising greenery, mountain scenery, calmness and cool refreshing air
9. Visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary, home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer etc
10. Go for boat cruise in the lake to watch wild animals.
11. Rejuvenate yourself in the Ayurveda treatment in Periyar
12. Boat ride to the nearby village through lagoons, Kumarkom
13. Interesting places in Kovalam
Day
Activity
Place
1.
You are met at the airport and drove straight to the chosen hotel, where we have done a pre check for you.
Delhi
2.
After breakfast, we will drive to highlighted places. Night will be spent at the chosen hotel.
Delhi
3.
After a leisurely breakfast, start journey for Agra. On arrival, check in at the selected hotel. Evening visit to Taj. Night will be spent therein.
Agra
4.
After breakfast, move out for sight-seeing of Agra.
Agra
5.
After breakfast, begin journey for Jaipur. En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri. iNight will be spent at the selected hotel.
Jaipur
6.
After a leisurely breakfast, personal guide will take you for full sightseeing in Jaipur. Night will be spent in the pre-booked hotel.
Jaipur
7.
After breakfast, drive to Delhi.
Delhi
8.
Board flight for Cochin.Upon arrival, you will be provided a traditional welcome & transferred to the hotel where we have done pre-arrangements for you.
Cochin
9.
Check out from hotel and drive to Munnar. Visit the spectacular places.
Munnar
10.
After breakfast move out for sightseeing of Munnar
Munnar
11.
Check out of the hotel & drive to Thekkady/Periyar. Enjoy the wildlife sanctuary of Periyar
Periyar
12.
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Kumarkom. Experience the boat ride.
Kumarkom
13.
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Kovalam. Enjoy the scenic views of beaches.
Kovalam
14.
Day for sight-seeing of Kovalam
Kovalam
15.
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to International Airport for onward destination.
Thiruvananthpuram
Onward destination
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DELHI ARRIVAL
DAY 01
You will be provided a traditional welcome by Heritage India representative at the International airport in Delhi and transferred to the hotel where we have done pre-arrangements for you. Relax and unwind at the hotel on your first day in Delhi.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
DELHI SIGHT-SEEING
DAY 02
After breakfast, you will be introduced with our selected guide for your sightseeing tour in Delhi. We understand that any tour is incomplete without giving the traveler the chance to explore the city himself, so you are at discretion to tell your personal guide about your priorities.
Enjoy full day splendid guided sightseeing tour of Old Delhi and New Delhi by Morning visit to Akshardaham Temple. The Akshardham Temple is one of the most recently built temples in Delhi.
You will move out for the sight-seeing of Delhi. Move to visit OLD DELHI - A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India, enjoy rickshaw ride in ally of Chandni Chowk.
Evening visit to NEW DELHI - An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Birla Temple, Parliament House, the President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. Till the time of the Light and Sound Show programme walk past the roads of the market. At the scheduled time come to the Red Fort again and enjoy the Light and sound show which dramatically enacts the history of Delhi. After finishing sightseeing tour of Delhi return to the hotel for night stay.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
DELHI TO AGRA (220 KMS-4.5 HOURS)
DAY 03
Early morning, our representative will transfer your luggage into the car which will take you to your next destination Agra, the home of majestic Taj. En-route we will also visit Sikandara, Akbar's tomb. His son Jahangir completed the construction of the tomb in the year 1613.
On arrival at Agra, check into the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
AGRA VISIT
DAY 04
Your Tour itinerary will be rewarded today.
Visit the majestic Taj Mahal – One of the Seven Wonders of the World. The undefined beauty of this monument is one of the most attractive buildings not only in India but enlist itself in the same category in Whole World. Later go for a splendid tour of Agra city visiting Agra fort – The fort is a master piece of design and construction built by the great Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D., Itmad-Ud-Daulah – this fort was constructed by Noor Jahan in memory of his father Ghiyas-Ud-Din Beg in 16 Century. You can also go for a shopping spree in Agra as its markets have finest collections of various things.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
AGRA TO JAIPUR
DAY 05
After leisurely breakfast, our representative will drive you to the Pink City, Jaipur. En-route you visit Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital city of Mughal Emperor Akbar. It is a world heritage site. Here we will visit the Bulund Darwaza (The Gate of Victory), which is said to be the tallest gateway in the world. In the northern part of the courtyard is the superb white marble tomb of the famous Sufi saint - Shekh Salim Chishti The architecture is worth viewing.
Upon arrival in Jaipur, the representative will assist your checking in at your pre booked hotel. You take rest at the hotel. Late evevining, you just roam around the city, a rickshaw ride will be best for you. Visit the markets and pick up souvenirs. The Jaipur markets have wide collections of art and handicrafts products, jewelry, textile, and many more. After dinner, stay overnight in the city hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST AND DINNER
JAIPUR JAUNT
DAY 06
After leisurely breakfast, our representative will take you out for full day sightseeing of Jaipur. Your Incentive tour itinerary will be rewarded today. Early morning you will explore Amber Fort which is located 12 kms outside Jaipur. The original Palace was built by Raja Mansingh and later additions were made by Sawai Jai Singh. One of the finest example of Rajput architecture, it was the ancient capital of Kachhawa rulers. Enjoy the ascent to the palace on the back of a brightly caparisoned elephant. The romance and spirit of the city can be felt when you walk past the roads of the pink city. You have less time today. So, visit the City palace and its museum, Hawa Mahal, the astronomical observatory Jantar Mantar built by the Sawai Man Singh II.
The monuments are built from pink sandstone, so Jaipur is called the pink city. From telephone booths to royal forts, you will see everywhere pink beauty. After the sightseeing explore the colorful bazaars of Jaipur. The textiles, leatherwear, paintings, pottery, carpets all lure your mind. Return back to the hotel. Have a shower. Then you will be taken to an ethnic restaurant for theme dinner.Enjoy folk dance and music programme.
Night will be spent at the chosen hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
JAIPUR TO DELHI
DAY 07
After breakfast day is free for personal activities and last minute shopping. At appropriate time, our representative will assist you in checking out of the hotel. Once you have settled in the car you will be driven drive straight to Delhi , overnight stay in Delhi.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
DELHI TO COCHIN
DAY 08
After breakfast day is free for personal activities and last minute shopping. At appropriate time, our representative will assist you in checking out of the hotel. Once you have settled in the car you will be driven drive straight to airport from where you will board flight for Cochin.
Upon arrival, you will be provided a traditional welcome by our representative at the Airport in Cochinand transferred to the hotel where we have done pre-arrangements for you.
Relax and unwind at the hotel on your first day in Cochin.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
COCHIN - MUNNAR
DAY 09
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Munnar. On the way you can enjoy delightful views of the Cardamom hills and lush green tea plantations . Munnar is located at the Idukki district of Kerala State in South India. Munnar's mesmerising greenery, mountain scenery, calmness and cool refreshing air attracts honeymooners and tourists throughout the year. It is a land with rolling hills, carpeted with green tea, tropical forest and has a treasure of plants and wildlife that do not exist anywhere else on the planet. On arrival in Munnar check in at hotel. Evening is free for leisure activities. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
MUNNAR VISIT
DAY 10
After breakfast move out for sightseeing of Munnar Visit the Eravikulam National Park, the Mattupetty Dam & Dairy Farm, Old Munnar Town, the town market , Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
MUNNAR TO PERIYAR
DAY 11
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Thekkady/Periyar.Visiting Periyar is like looking at the vast green patches of Kerala wildlife through a pair of binoculars! Aptly located in the most dramatic of settings - amidst soul-soothing mountain ranges, lush valleys, picture book lakes and shimmering rivers - the tropical rainforests affords one of the world's most ancient and complex environments.On arrival in Thekkady check in at hotel. Later in the afternoon move out for sightseeing of Thekkady. Today we visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary, home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more. Evening go for boat cruise in the lake to watch wild animals.
Rejuvenate yourself in the Ayurveda treatment in Periyar. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
PERIYAR TO KUMARKOM
DAY 12
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Kumarkom . Kumarakom is a tourist village in Kottayam district, Kerala, India. It is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake in Kerala. This beautiful landscape houses rare variety of migratory birds. The land of lakes, canals and paddy fields, Kumarakom transports you to sheer ecstasy.Later in the afternoon, visit to the nearby bird sanctuary and optional boat ride to the nearby village through lagoons. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
KUMARKOM TO KOVALAM
DAY 13
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Kovalam.A former fishing village, Kovalam is just 16 km away from Thiruvanantapuram (Trivandrum), Kerala's capital city. On arrival in Kovalam check in at hotel and brace yourself for a leisurely day on the beach.Later in the evening come back to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
KOVALAM
DAY 14
After breakfast move out for sightseeing of Kovalam. Today we visit many interesting places like the Museum complex, Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Science & Technology museum, Veli tourist village, Aakulam boat club and the Shangmugham Beach. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Kovalam – Thiruvananthpuram
DAY 15
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Trivendrum. At appropriate time transfer to Trivendrum Aiport to connect flight for your onward destination.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
What’s included?
The services of Rajasthan Tour Packages include:
1. Sight-seeing at the mentioned sites.
2. Accommodation including breakfast & taxes,
3. All airport and hotel transfers
4. Private air-conditioned car with driver throughout your trip
5. Expert English/Spanish/Vernacular-speaking local tour leader throughout the tour, and local guides at some sites.
6. 24 hour point of contact.
7. Elephant ride at Amber Fort
8. Theme dinner in Jaipur at ethnic restaurant
9. Fuel charges and drivers’ allowances.
10. Tonga ride at Agra
11. One bottle of mineral water daily.
12. Current government, hotel, road, toll and interstate taxes
Transport
• On foot
• Fight
• Elephant ride in Jaipur
• Tonga ride in Agra
• Rickshaw ride in Agra
• Boat ride in Kerala
• Private air car
Accommodation
• 3 nights Delhi
• 2 nights Agra
• 2 nights Jaipur
• 1 night Cochin
• 2 nights Munnar
• 1 night Periyar
• 1 night Kumarkom
• 2 night Kovalam
Meals
• 15 breakfasts and 01 dinner
What is Not Included?
1) Monument fees, (Supplement is given separately)
2) International flights, or train fares
3) Visas, insurance,
4) Other meals including all lunches and dinners, other than specified
5) Excess baggage charges, tips, items of a personal nature and camera fees (some places that we visit charge additional fees if you are entering with a camera or camcorder - your guide will advise on these and they can be paid for locally).
6) Dinner at Chokhi Dhani at USD 10 Per Person
7) Government service tax: 2.58% on invoice
Price information :
Value for money
We believe that value for money is important; we want you to travel with us again. When comparing prices, ensure you are comparing like for like as often there may be a cheaper option, but there may be hidden extras or the quality may not be as good. At Rajasthan Tour packages, comfort, safety and leisure are pillars for providing the value.