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| Enchanting Kerala |
TOUR TYPE: Honeymoon Tour, City Tour, Wildlife Tour
TOUR COST STARTS FROM : USD
TOUR PATH :
Delhi
(2)
> Agra
(1)
> Jaipur
(2)
> Cochin
> Munnar
(2)
> Periyar
(1)
> Kumarakom
(1)
> Alleppey
> Cochin
(1)
> Delhi
(1)
MONUMENTS :
Laxmi Narayan Temple,
Qutab Minar, Red
Fort,
Taj Mahal,
Agra Fort,
Fatehpur Sikri
Amber Fort,
City Palace,
Hawa Mahal, Bolghotty Palace,
Santa Cruz Basillica Chruch
ACTIVITIES : Wildlife Safari, House Boat Cruise
TOUR VALID TILL : September 30, 2009 |
DAY 1 ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive at Delhi International airport, on arrival welcome and our representative shall transfer you to your already booked hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 2 DELHI
[Breakfast]
A full day's sightseeing in Delhi. The day starts with a visit to the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid and the bazaar of Chandni Chowk.
Afternoon will be devoted to the wide avenues and broad vistas of the imperial vision of New Delhi, visiting the India Gate cenotaph and seeing Parliament House, the Secretariat building and the President's House.
Evening is free for you.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 3 DELHI > AGRA (220kms/4hrs)
[Breakfast]
After breakfast leave for Agra pausing en-route at Sikandra, the impressive tomb of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. From Sikandra it is a short drive to Agra.
Arrive and check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon visit the Red Fort – lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.
Visit the famous Taj Mahal – the most famous Mughal monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child.
(Taj Mahal is closed on Friday)
Dinner & Overnight.
DAY 4 AGRA > JAIPUR (250 Kms/5 hrs)
[Breakfast]
After breakfast at the hotel drive to Jaipur, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri, 37 Kms south west of Agra this beautiful city with beautiful palaces, well planned markets and residential areas was founded by Akbar as his homage to Muslim Sufi Saint Mohammed Salim Chishti. The construction started in 1571 and took 15 years to complete. The city was later abandoned due to scarcity of water. Fatehpur Sikri is now a World Heritage site. The Panch Mahal, or Palace of Five Storeys, and the Buland Darwaza, are among the finest specimens of Mughal architecture. It is also arguably the greatest accomplishment of Mughal architecture, surpassed only in reputation but not in its beauty and the awe it inspires by the Taj Mahal.
Continue your drive to Jaipur; upon arrival check-in at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel
DAY 5 JAIPUR
[Breakfast // Elephant Ride]
After breakfast this morning enjoy a tour of the impressive Amber Fort situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant (subject to availability) for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honored fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the ruling families.
Afternoon enjoys a tour of the City - "The Pink City" is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artefacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at the hotel
DAY 6 JAIPUR > MUMBAI > COCHIN (BY FLIGHT) [Breakfast] > MUNNAR (140 KMS/3 HRS)
[Breakfast, Dinner]
Jet Airways flight: Jaipur (08.10) > Mumbai (09.45)
Mumbai (13.40) > Cochin (15.25)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to Cochin via Mumbai. Arrive in Cochin, welcome by our representative and drive to Munnar.
En-route you will see vast stretches of Tea plantations all around the place
Arrive and check-in at the hotel.
Dinner and overnight at hotel.
DAY 7 MUNNAR
[Breakfast, Dinner]
After breakfast, day for the local sightseeing offering spectacular views of the craggy peaks, manicured tea plantations, picturesque towns and winding lanes.
Afternoon for the sightseeing covering Echo Point famous for its Echo Phenomenon, Mattupetty Lake & Dam, Lock Heart Gap known for its panoramic views. Evening free at leisure.
Dinner and overnight at hotel
DAY 8 MUNNAR > PERIYAR
[Breakfast]
After breakfast proceed to Thekkady. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit to spice plantation and boating in the Periyar Lake to view the wildlife at the Periyar tiger reserve. Overnight stay at Hotel
DAY 9 PERIYAR > KUMARAKOM > ALLEPPY (HOUSEBOAT)
[Breakfast, Dinner]
After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom. On arrival at Kumarakom visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and later check in House boat, Evening enjoy the beauty of backwater.
Dinner and overnight on houseboat.
DAY 10 ALLEPPY > COCHIN
[Breakfast, Dinner]
After breakfast, transfer to Cochin. En-route, visit the Natural beauty and after noon reach to Cochin and check-in to hotel . Later we will take you to the following places like The Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Jews Street, St.Francis church, Chinese fishing net & the indo-Portuguese Museum.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
DAY 11 COCHIN > DELHI (BY FLIGHT)
[Breakfast]
Jet airways flight: Cochin (08.30) > Delhi (13.00)
After breakfast, transfer to airport for the flight to Delhi. Arrive and check-in the hotel. Day free and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 12 DELHI
[Breakfast]
Breakfast at the hotel and day is free for you. We shall provide Innova car for your private us for the whole day. In the evening transfer to the international airport for the flight back home.
(Please do let us know if guest would like to keep the rooms till late night)
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