Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Trivendrum - Alleppey - Kumarakom - Cochin
Duration : 09 Nights / 10 Days
Day 01 / Arrive in Delhi
Arrival in Delhi and visit the city which has seen the rise and fall of many empires which have left behind a plethora of monuments that the grandeur and glory of bygone ages . A city which traces its history to Mahabharata for the city of Indraprastha,evolving through a rule of Mughals and Finally the Britishers. Night in Delhi.
Monuments : Jama Masjid,Rajghat,Jama Masjid,Red Fort,Qutub Minar,Lotus Temple,Laxminarayan Temple,India Gate,Humayun `s Tomb.
Day 02 DELHI-AGRA
End your visits of Delhi and drive to Agra, in a comfortable A/C car.Agra the city of the inimitable Taj Mahal, marble marvel , the ultimate requiem of love, from a great Mughal Emperor to his beloved situated on the bank of Yamuna river. The city which has served as a cantonment to Mughal, British and Indian Army. Visit Taj Mahal at sunset. Night in Agra.
Monuments : Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad - Ud – Daula, Chini Ka Rauza, Chini Ka Rauza, Sikandra Fort, Radhaswamy Satsang, Dayalbagh.
Day 03 AGRACity Palace , Jaipur
Early morning wake up call to return to Taj Mahal and enjoy the magic of sunrise over this magnificent monument dedicated to love. Visit othersites of interest of your choice in Agra. After lunch, transfer to Jaipur and visit Fatehpur Sikri- -built during the second half of the 16th centuryby the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. The complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, includes one of the largest mosques in India, the Jama Masjid. Night in Jaipur.
Monuments :Fatehpur Sikri- Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, Panch Mahal, Jama Masjid or the Friday Mosque.
Day 04 JAIPUR
Sightseeing in Jaipur the Ancient Testimonials in the form of mind-blowing monuments remind one of the past ages. The city comprises the famous structures like Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Amber Fort, the best architectural examples of India. Artistic temples and gardens of Jaipur, marks the atmosphere of serenity and aestheticism to the lands of Rajasthan. Explore more of beautiful pink city with Jantar mantar(Astronomicalobservatory), the Tiger fort and markets.Night in Jaipur.
Monuments : City Palace, Hawa Mahal Jantar Mantar,Jal Mahal,Central Museum, Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Isar Lat or Swargasuli, Maharani ki Chhatri, Bazaars of Jaipur (Medieval Indian markets).
Day 05 / Jaipur - Trivendrum ( Via Mumbai )
Flight for Trivendrum via Bombay . Move to Kovalam (Trivandrum - Kovalam approx. 16 kms. ). Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach of Kerala, with three adjacent crescent beaches.. A massive rocky promontory on the beach has created a beautiful Bay of calm waters ideal for sea bathing. The leisure options at this beach are plenty and diverse - sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programs, Catamaran cruising etc. Evening enjoy the beach. Night in Kovalam.
Day 06 / Kovalam
Sightseeing of Trivandrum including excursion to Kanyakumari and visit these:
Monuments :
1. Padmanabha Swami Temple,.
2. Kuthiramalika, a palace of the erstwhile Composer King of Travancore, (closed on all Mondays).
3. The Napier Museum (closed on all Sundays & Wednesdays).
4. Shree Chitra Art Gallery, (closed on all Mondays & Wednesdays). The evening is free to relax on the Beach. Night in Kovalam.
Day 07 / Kovalam - Alleppey
Leave to Alleppey by surface 165 kms. On Arrival transfer to Kettuvallam (House Boat). Cruise start after Lunch on board and Night in a house boat.
Day 08 / Alleppey - Kumarakom
Move out from house boat at Kumarakom and transfer to the backwater resort.Spend the day in leisure Night in Kumarakom.
Day 09 / Kumarakom - Cochin
Drive to cochin 75 kms. And sightseeing.
Monuments :
1. Chinese Fishing Nets, The Hill Palace Museum, (closed on Mondays).
2. Santa Cruz Basilica, this historic Church
3. The Jewish Synagogue (closed on Saturdays & Jewish Holidays).
4. Mattanchery Palace (Dutch Palace), (closed on Fridays).
Return to hotel rest of the day free / shopping at Ernakulam. Night in Cochin.
Day 10/ Cochin - Departure
Departure to airport for a flight to Delhi and finally from Delhi to onward destination.