Itinerary
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Arrive Delhi
- Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to car for driving towards your hotel. Check in to the hotel for overnight stay.
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Delhi
- Delhi
Have breakfast at the hotel and then head towards exploring Delhi. Visit various attractions such as Red Fort – This monument is also known as “Lal Quila” represents the zenith of Mughal empire creativity, which was initiated by Shah Jahan in the year 1526. This architectural landmark represents fusion of Persian, Islamic and Hindu architectural style. Jama Masjid – It is the largest mosque in India and famously known as Masjid-i Jahan-Numa. This Mughal architectural marvel was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1658. It is made up of red sandstone and around 25000 people at a single point of time can offer prayer in this mosque. Qutub Minar – This monument was constructed in the year 1193 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak and famously known as “Tower of Victory”. This Minar is surrounded by a lush green garden, which make it a perfect leisurely place for tourists coming from different parts of the world. Humayun’s Tomb – This mausoleum was constructed in year 1570 by Mughal emperor Humayun’s wife Bega Begum. It was the first garden-tomb in India, which inspired several major architectural buildings constructed on later stage. Overnight stay at Delhi.
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Delhi – Jaipur
- Jaipur
Have breakfast at the hotel, then you will leave for Jaipur by road. On arrival, you will check-in the hotel for relax. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
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Jaipur
- Jaipur
After breakfast, leave for sightseeing in Jaipur. Visit the most popular tourist attractions which include Amber Fort – it is also called as “Amer Fort” and attracts huge number of tourists from all across the globe. This fort overlooks the Maota Lake and was constructed in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh I. Jal Mahal – It is a wonderful palace, which is located in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake. This palace has been constructed in red sandstone with Mughal and Rajput styles of architecture. Jantar Mantar, which is the largest and till date best preserved observatories which was built by Jai Singh. Hawa Mahal is considered to be the most prominent landmark of Jaipur. This palace comprises of around 953 small windows and was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. Also visit City Palace which houses museum, Chandra Mahal and Shri Govind dev temple. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
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Jaipur – Agra
- Agra
Have your breakfast at the hotel and proceed towards Agra. Once you reach this place, check in the hotel for relaxation. In the evening, you will visit Taj Mahal. The construction of this monument took around seventeen years to get completed with the help of 20000 workmen. It was built by Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz. Overnight stay at Agra.
Please Note: Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays.
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Agra – Delhi – Varanasi
- Varanasi
You can again visit Taj Mahal at the time of sunrise. Have your breakfast and proceed to Delhi. On arrival, you will be dropped at Delhi airport to board your flight to Varanasi. After reaching this holy city, you will drive towards your hotel for short relaxation. Overnight stay in hotel at Varanasi.
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Varanasi
- Varanasi
Early morning leave for a boat excursion along the River Ganges to see the bathing Ghats and cremation site. After having breakfast at the hotel, you can walk through narrow alleys of the ancient city of Varanasi. Then visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The current shape of this temple was constructed by princess of Indore, Late Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar in 1780. Then leave for excursion tour to Sarnath which is 10 kilometers away from Varanasi. Sarnath is a Buddhist pilgrimage center and at this place Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment and also see the museum. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
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Varanasi -Kochi/ Cochin
- Kochi/ Cochin
After having breakfast at the hotel, you will leave for Varanasi airport to board your flight to Cochin. On arrival, you will drive towards your hotel to check in and relax. Rest of the day is free for independent activities. Overnight stay in hotel at Kochi.
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Cochin
- Cochin
After your breakfast you will visit Mattancherry Palace, Santa Cruz Basilica, Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Cochin, St. Francis Church and Indo-Portuguese museum. On completion of the sightseeing, you will leave to visit the Kathakali center to enjoy traditional Kathakali dance. Overnight stay at Cochin.
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Cochin – Fishing village visit
- Fishing village visit
Have breakfast at the hotel and then you will drive towards Kumbalanghi Model Tourism Village. It will give you a wonderful chance to experience the activities like coir making, crab farm, live fish catching and much more. You will also visit Kallanchery Retreat – a local estate converted into a home stay; it is designed to offer the guests great insights in to the life and culture of the people of Kumbalangi. On completion of the sightseeing, you will drive back to Cochin for comfortable overnight stay.
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Cochin – Alleppey
- Alleppey
After having breakfast at the hotel, you will leave towards backwaters. On reaching this place, you will board the houseboat and start the captivating backwater cruising. You will enjoy the most enthralling holiday experience at this place and will be served with the delicious food inside the houseboat. Overnight in the houseboat.
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Alleppey – Kovalam
- Kovalam
Have breakfast at the houseboat, then you will leave towards Kovalam. After reaching this place, you will check-in the hotel for short relaxation. Rest of the day is free for independent activities. Overnight at the hotel.
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Kovalam
- Kovalam
Have breakfast at the hotel, then you will go for sightseeing in Kovalam. Visit Lighthouse Beach, Thiruvallam Parasurama Temple and Samudra Beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
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Kovalam
- Kovalam
Have breakfast at the hotel and then you can stroll near the beach. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
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Kovalam – Cochin (by flight) and Departure
- Cochin
After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive towards Kochi/Cochin. On arrival, you will be dropped at airport to board your flight to Delhi. Later catch your international flight from Delhi airport to home/next destination.
Tour Ends