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Day 01 :- Arrive Delhi
Upon clearing Customs and Immigration, you are met by our
representative who will present you w ith a welcome pack
including all necessary documentation and arrange for your
transfer to your hotel for check-in. No activity is
scheduled today, since most of the International flights
arrive into India close to midnight only.
Delhi – As a part of Central India tours first you will
visit Delhi. This city is a bustling metropolis and a city
of 14 million inhabitants, is also India’s capital. A near
perfect blend of the ancient and the modern, Delhi,
consisting two parts Old & New Delhi, is a city with
something for everyone. From Forts and monuments that are
almost 500 years old, to modern shopping malls, nightclubs
and golf courses, Delhi truly is India’s crown jewel.
Overnight in Delhi.
Day 02 :- In Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. This morning embark from your hotel for
full day tour of Old and New Delhi where you would visit :
The 17th-century old city includes the great mosque of Jama
Masjid, The main street of Old Delhi is the colorful
shopping bazaar known as Chandni Chowk (“Moonlit Street”).
Red Fort, most spectacular pieces of mughal architecture,
built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan between 1638 and
1648. Drive past Raj Ghat, the cremation
site of Mahatma
Gandhi.
The tour of New Delhi includes Qutab Minar, one of the most
popular landmarks in Delhi built in 1199. The Humayun's
Tomb, the precursor of the Taj Mahal. Drive down the
spectacular Rajpath (“the Kingsway,”) passing the India Gate
(the memorial built to commemorate the unknown soldiers,)
the President’s House, and the House of Parliament. Enjoy a
brief respite from the otherwise bustling city at Birla
Mandir, a modern and colourful Hindu temple.
Evening at leisure to perhaps venture out and discover the
city or its many facets on your own. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 :- In Delhi
After breakfast this morning drive to Agra.
Agra - “The Land of Taj” was once the capital of the Mughal
Empire and even today it seems to linger in the past. Not
surprising, for the Mughal emperors with their passion for
building, endowed the city with some of the finest
structures in the world. Agra is an old city and it is said
that its name was derived from Agrabana, a forest that’s
finds mention in the epic Mahabharata. In more recent times
Agra came into prominence when Sikandar Lodi made it his
capital city in 1501. Later it passed into the possession of
the Mughals. It was during the time of the third emperor
“Akbar” that Agra came into its own and later on his
grandson “Shah Jehan” ornamented the city with that
masterpiece of Mughal architecture - The Taj Mahal.
Upon arrival in Agra, check in to your hotel. Afternoon,
embark on the half day city tour of Agra visiting The Taj
Mahal - a poem, a feeling of love, in white marble, is a
fine example of the fusion of many architectural styles. It
has been described as the most extravagant monument ever
built for love. Your tour also includes a visit to the Red
Sandstone Agra Fort, seat of the Mughal dynasty in the 16th
century, lies on the bend of the River Yamuna, almost in the
heart of town. Akbar built it as his citadel over the years
of 1565-1573.
Evening at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 :- Agra –
Jaipur By Road (Approx 255 Kms /05 Hours)
After breakfast this morning drive to Jaipur , visiting
Fatehpur Sikri en-route – often called the ghost cit y ,
built by Akbar the Great in the 16th century to serve as the
capital of his vast empire, Fatehpur Sikri was mysteriously
abandoned 13 years later.
Later continue the drive to the Pink City of Rajasthan—
Jaipur
Jaipur - Jaipur is an exuberance of colour, dance, and song
with the traditional arts and crafts. It's one of India's
most well planned cities, with wide, straight avenues,
roads, streets and lanes in a grid system. The great
warrior/astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II carefully planned
Jaipur's foundation. Laid out in the 18th century, its
design followed specifications from an epochal Hindu
treatise on architecture.
This "Pink City," so called because its buildings are
painted in the tones of an autumnal sunset, intersperses the
play of red and pink with white borders and motifs. The
royal family's residence at Amber is only 11 km away. The
palaces and forts of yesteryear, once witness to royal
processions, now shine amid the splendor of modern
monuments, juxtaposition accepted quite naturally into the
lifestyles of an amazing people.
Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in to your hotel and rest of
the day at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 :- In Jaipur
After breakfast this morning embark from your hotel for a
city tour Amer Fort and Jaipur City
Amber fort, situated on the outskirts of the city. Here you
are transported back in time today, riding like royalty atop
elegantly draped and painted elephants into the high
mountain fortress. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the
State until 1728 and inside the fort, you visit the
Jagmandir or the Hall of victory glittering with mirrors,
Jai Mahal and the Temple of Kali.
This tour also includes a visit to the Hawa Mahal or "Palace
of Winds,” one of the major landmarks of Jaipur, although it
is actually little more than a façade. The five-story
building was originally built to enable the ladies of the
royal household to watch the everyday life and processions
of the city.
The City Palace, located in the heart of the old city, is a
large complex of courtyards, buildings, and gardens, and
also houses an interesting museum.
Adjacent to the City Palace is Jantar Mantar, the ancient
astronomical observatory built by Raja Jai Singh, whose
passion for astronomy was even more notable than his prowess
as a warrior.
Evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 :- Jaipur –
Udaipur (Flight)
Breakfast at hotel. This morning you will be met by our
representative and escorted from your H otel to the Jaipur
airport in time for your flight to Udaipur.
Udaipur - The enchanting city of Udaipur was once the
lakeside capital of Mewar. Romantic, wistful, and serene,
Udaipur was built around shimmering blue lakes that reflect
the green hills of the Aravali Ranges. Maharana Udai Singh
founded Udaipur in 1599, and this extraordinarily beautiful
city has come to be celebrated for its association with
Queen Padmini and Meera Bai, royal princesses who are linked
with the fortunes of the Sisodia family. Developed
scientifically, the old city was surrounded by fortified
bastions with entry through 11 gates. Ruins of the se
ancient fortifications are still in evidence, and the more
recently built palaces can still be visited. Udaipur was
also the location where the Hollywood, James Bond
blockbuster “Octopussy”was filmed.
Upon arrival met and escorted to your hotel for check-in .
The day ends with a sunset boat ride on the shimmering
waters of the Lake Pichola, within which seemingly floats
The Lake Palace Hotel. Considered one of the most beautiful
palaces in the world, arising out of the Turquoise Waters of
the Lake Pichola like an elegant fantasy in white marble.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 :- In
Udaipur
Breakfast at hotel. Afterwards this morning embark from your
hotel for half-day tour of Udaipur.
The tour includes a visit to the City Palace, the largest
palace complex in Rajasthan, with its scalloped arches,
fretted balconies , and cupolas. The main part of the palace
is now preserved as a museum.
Saheliyon-Ki-Bari or “Garden of the Maids of Honor” is a
small ornamental garden with fountains, kiosks, marble
elephants, and delightful lotus pools.
Jagdish Temple is an Indo-Aryan temple dedicated to Lord
Vishnu. It has a black stone image of Vishnu as Jagannath,
Lord of the Universe.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore the city on your own.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 :- Udaipur -
Cochin ( Flight)
This morning you will be met by our representative and
escorted from your hotel to the Udaipur airport in time for
your flight to Mumbai followed by a connecting flight to
Cochin.
Cochin: - Cochin means harbour and even before the building
of Ancient Rome, spices, silks, ivory and sandalwood were
traded here. Cochin proudly boasts a rich cultural heritage,
but is also one of the most fast-paced and modern cities in
India. It is also one of the finest natural harbours of the
world and a major Indian port. It is its charm and a
relatively good infrastructure that make it the ideal
gateway to the state. This has been the case since 1341, the
year nature carved out Cochin's harbor with a massive flood.
As a result, Cochin became the first port of call for Arabs
and came to be known as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea." This
city offers visitors Forts, palaces, museums, old churche s,
cool backwaters; palm fringed lagoons, beaches and the
practicality of a contemporary metro.
Upon arrival you will be met and escorted to your hotel for
check-in.
Your evening tour includes a Kathakali dance performance at
a local theatre. Kathakali is a traditional dance form,
depicting Indian epics (Ramayana and Mahabharata). The
dancers are dressed in very colorful and elaborate costumes.
Their faces are painted to depict various characters of the
se epics. This dance has a lot of facial expressions and
brisk, yet articulate body movements.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 09 :- In Cochin
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast embark on your
sightseeing trip of the city and this toue includes a visit
to Fort Cochin – a home to a unique community of Eurasians,
commonly known as "Anglo-Indians". The architecture of the
quiet streets in this enclave is very definitely, European
with fine houses built by wealthy British traders, and Dutch
cottages with split farmhouse doors.
Mattancherry Palace -locally known as the Dutch Palace, the
two storey building was actually erected by the Portuguese,
as a gift to the Cochin Raja.
St. Francis Church - this Protestant church was originally
built by the Portuguese in 1510 A.D. It is considered to be
India's oldest European church. Today it is governed by the
Church of South India (CSI). Vasco Da Gama was buried here
before his remains were taken back to Portugal 14 years
later.
Jewish synagogue - dates from 1568 and is adorned with fine
glass lamps and floor tiles.
Bolghatty Island - This is a beautiful island lying close to
Ernakulam. Built by the Dutch in 1774, Bolghatty Palace, the
home of the former British Resident of Kochi is situated
here. At the end of your tour visit the harbor near Vasco da
Gama Square, where you can watch fishermen hoisting their
catch from the cantilevered Chinese fishing nets that line
the shore.
Afternoon at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 :- Cochin –
Kumarakom By Road (Approx 90 Kms . 02 Hours)
After breakfast this morning drive to Kumarakom.
Kumarakom: The enchanting backwater destination of Kumarakom
is a small village that is a cluster of little islands on
the Vembanad Lake in Kerela. Kumarkom strengthens Kerala’s
reputation for being God’s own country with its unbelievably
beautiful mangrove forests, coconut groves and emerald green
paddy fields interspersed with enchanting waterways and
canals adorned with while lillies. It is part of the
Kuttanad region, and the bird sanctuary here spread across
14 acres of any ornithologist's paradise.
This enchanting
backwater destination offers visitors many leisure options.
From wandering into the depths of its wildlife sanctuary to
cruising down the back waters and fishing, Kumarkom is
perfect for a lazy and laid back holiday. The best way to
watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary is a boat trip
round the islands, as hundreds of swaying verdant coconut
palms lining the rivers lean to brush the tops of your
heads. Kumarkom is an example of natu re at her bountiful
best in the fragrant flowers, the riot of multi coloured
birds, the surrounding greenery and the clear waters.
Upon arrival check-in to the hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the Nature’s beauty on
your own.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 :- In
Kumarakom
Breakfast at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 :- Kumarakom
– House Boat
House Boat – A highlight of any trip to Kerala is a night
spent onboard a houseboat, or a rice barge. These converted
rice barges or "Kettuvallams" sail along shallow,
palm-fringed lakes and narrow canals where coconut and
cashew is loaded onto dugouts. You pass villages built on
narrow spits of land, stopping to visit local markets, or to
marvel at craftsmen engaged in centuries-old boat-making
tradition. The boats offer one or two cabins with a small
sitting room and a crew of 2 staff and a chef. The food is
authentic Kerala cuisine, purchased fresh along the way. For
most of the journey, the boat is poled, sailing only between
dawn and dusk. Although the accommodation on board is basic,
this is an unforgettable experience.
Overnight on board Houseboat.
Day 13 :- Alleppey
– Cochin By Road (65 Kms / 02 Hours)
Cochin – Mumbai (Flight)
After breakfast, disembark the houseboat in Alleppey and
drive to Cochin airport in time to connect with the flight
for Mumbai
Mumbai: Mumbai or Bombay as it was known earlier is the
commercial capital of India, a city of entrepreneurs,
concrete towers, clubs and discos, cricket, Bollywood and
more. In 1661, Charles II of England received the islands of
Bombay as dowry when he married Princess Catherine of
Braganza. The British Government leased the islands to the
East India Company, who developed it into a thriving trading
port.
Today, Mumbai is the country's financial and cultural
capital. It is also home to India’s thriving film industry.
It is seen, to the teeming masses that flock there to live
and work, as a place where opportunities abound. Its
inhabitants, an amalgam of great wealth and abject poverty,
are swept into the endless maelstrom of activity that
characterises this city of dreams.
Upon arrival you will be met and escorted to your hotel for
check-in etc. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Mumbai.
Day 14 :- In Mumbai
This morning embark on your half-day tour of Mumbai. This
tour includes a visit to the Gateway of India -- a grand
ceremonial arch built to commemorate the visit of King
George IV, Mani Bhavan – where the father of our Nation
resided for 15 years, the Marine drive, the Prince of Wales
museum -- considered as one of the best museums in the
country, the Hanging gardens & Victoria rail station.
Rest of the day at leisure to perhaps venture out and
discover the city or its many facets on your own. Overnight
in Mumbai.
Day 15 :- Mumbai-
Overseas (Flight)
Met by our representative and escorted from your hotel to
the Mumbai airport in time for your flight home.
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