TASTE OF INDIA

DELHI - JAIPUR - RANTHAMBORE - AGRA - COCHIN - MUNNAR - MADURAI - PERIYAR - ALLEPPEY - CHERAI - COCHIN
16 Days / 15 Nights

INCLUSIONS :

  • Accommodation with Breakfast as per the details given below:-

  • Air condition transport for the entire tour
  • Rickshaw tour of Jaipur
  • 1 - Jeep / Canter Safari at Ranthambore
  • Rickshaw tour at Madurai
  • On spot English speaking guide till 3 pax
  • Service of an English speaking Tour Escort (from 4 pax onwards)
  • One night at Home stay with all meals, Alleppey
  • Village walk and canoe boat ride at Alleppey
  • Plantation tour at Thekkady
  • Boat ride at Periyar sanctuary (Including Entrance ticket)
  • Cooking demo with Dinner at Periyar
  • Cycle rickshaw tour at Madurai
  • Sunset view of Taj Mahal from Mehtab garden
  • All applicable taxes

EXCLUSIONS :

  • Entrance fees to monuments
  • Language speaking guide
  • Meals, camera fees
  • Tips
 

DETAILED TOUR PROGRAM :

DAY 01 - ARRIVAL DELHI TRANSFER TO HOTEL

Welcome to Delhi, upon arrival you will be greeted at the airport by one of our transfer representatives.

Airport to Hotel - 1 hour

Overnight in Delhi

Meals - Nil

DAY 02 - DELHI

Morning checkout and proceed for sightseeing of Old Delhi Old Delhi visiting the extensive Red Fort - massive sandstone fort built by Shahjahan on the banks of river Yamuna, Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and stands across the road from the Red Fort, built in 1656 by Shahjahan and Qutub Minar- the tower of victory started by Qutub-Ud-Din-Aibak in 1199 AD upon becoming sultan of Delhi.

Overnight in Delhi

Meals - Breakfast

DAY 03: DELHI TO JAIPUR

Morning drive to Jaipur is known as the "Pink City" after the rusty colour that many of the houses are painted. With beautiful palaces, forts, gardens, temples, and unending market streets, it has a bit of everything that Rajasthan has to offer.

Overnight in Jaipur

Meals - Breakfast

DAY 04 : JAIPUR

Morning proceed for sightseeing by Rickshaw visit the Amber fort, the fort is surrounded by the Aravalli Mountain Ranges and the great wall of Amber. Later visit the City Palace, the royal residence of Jaipur. Chandra Mahal (the moon palace), Mubarak mahal (the welcome palace) and the Palace Museum are some interesting parts of the City Palace.

Afternoon visit the Hawa Mahal is the best known landmark of Jaipur.

Overnight in Jaipur

Meals - Breakfast

DAY 05: JAIPUR TO RANTHAMBORE

Today you will drive to Ranthambore which is the popular national park of North India known for the population of its tigers. Situated on the edge of a plateau it is caressed by the rivers Banas and Chambal flowing in the North and South respectively. The park also houses the historic Ranthambhore fortress.

On arrival check in. Overnight in Ranthombore.

Jaipur to Ranthambore - 5 hours

Overnight in Jaipur

Meals - Breakfast

DAY 06: RANTHAMBORE TO AGRA

Moring proceed for canter or on a jeep. Apart from the tigers you can also spot other wild animals like leopards, Nilgiri, Chital, Indian Wild Boar, Chinkara, Indian Mole rats, Sloth Bear, etc.

Later checkout and drive to Agra, Later drive to visit Agra Fort, this massive building inside reflecting an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural style built by Emperor Akbar. Check in. Evening visit the Mehtab garden to view the sunset at Taj Mahal.

Ranthambore to Agra - 5 hours

Overnight in Agra

Meals - Breakfast

DAY 07: AGRA TO DELHI TO COCHIN (BY FLIGHT)

This morning holds lot of excitement for you. You will be overwhelmed at the panorama of the Taj Mahal basking in the rays of the morning sun. Rise early visit sunrise of Taj Mahal (Taj Mahal Closed on Fridays), perhaps the most photographed monument in the world, may you heard about the Taj Mahal and once you see so many picture of building your expectations are real high and this is the enigma about the Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal glory and beauty of building surpasses beyond all human imagination.

Later checkout and drive to Delhi airport for your onward flight to Cochin, On arrival check in.

Agra to Delhi - 4 1/2 hours

Overnight in Cochin

Meals - Breakfast

DAY 08: COCHIN

Late afternoon proceed for Guided tour of Fort Kochi by Cycle. Meander through the old districts of Mattancherry and Fort Cochin visit the Paradesi Synagogue in Jew Town (closed on Friday& Saturday), St Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, 16th century Dutch Palace (Closed on Friday) and the much-photographed Chinese nets. Refreshment will be provided near the water front granary.

Later visit an auditorium to watch the famous dance drama of Kerala, the Kathakali. This dance is characterized by some great story telling, amazing costumes and extensive make-up.

Alleppey to Fort Kochi - 2 hours

Overnight at Cochin

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 09: COCHIN TO MUNNAR

Drive to Munnar a hill station located 1600 meters above sea level. Once the summer resort of the erstwhile British administration in South India it still retains its colonial charm and is famous for its tea plantations, most of which are privately owned. With its sprawling estates, rolling hills, sparkling waterfalls, picture postcard hamlets and undulating valleys, Munnar is an ideal holiday destination.

Cochin to Munnar - 4 hour

Overnight in Cochin

Meals - Breakfast

DAY 10: MUNNAR TO MADURAI

Morning checkout and drive to Madurai. This vast, pulsating city, one of the oldest cities in South India, dating back 2500 years, sprawls along the banks of the River Vaigai. Wander through the fun, packed streets which are full of pilgrims, wandering cows, open-air kitchens and colorful bazaars.

Afternoon proceed for Rickshaw tour - This tour takes you to explore banana market, cotton weaving industry, vegetable markets and Gandhi Museum.

Munnar to Madurai - 3 hrs

Overnight at Madurai

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 11: MADURAI

Wander through the tailors markets and bazaars and further visit the Sri Meenakshi Temple, which lies in the heart of the city. Our next stop is Thirumalai Nayak Palace, an example of architectural grandeur. It was built by King Thirumalai Nayak in 1636 AD. The palace was designed by an Italian Architect and served as the residence of the King.

Optional tour:- In the evening attend the Night Ceremony. One of the highlights at the Meenakshi Temple is the night ceremony (Optional). An image of Lord Shiva is carried out from his shrine by temple priests, in procession in a chariot, to his wife Meenakshi's shrine where he'll spend the night. His gold feet are brought out from her shrine, while his chariot is fanned to keep it cool, and a puja (worship) is performed, amidst much chanting, drums, horns, and smoke.

Overnight at Madurai

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 12: MADURAI TO PERIYAR/THEKKADY

Drive to Periyar/Thekkady. The evocative name of the Cardamom Hills is home to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a reserve on the Kerala/Tamil Nadu border, which is surrounded by tea and spice plantations. Lush forest, with a vast lake at its heart, it is home to many indigenous animals.

This afternoon proceeds to a Spice Plantation tour with a Naturalist - In this tour you will be enticed by not only the aroma of spices like cinnamon, cardamom, pepper and nutmeg but will also get to know how they are grown, harvested and processed before they reach the supermarkets.

Madurai to Thekkady - 4.5 hrs

Overnight at Periyar/Thekkady

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 13: PERIYAR

In the morning board a small boat and cruise the lake at the heart of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. From the tranquility of the lake, enjoy the lush scenery all around you and keep a look out for animals that may come down to the water's edge - maybe a family of elephants, scurrying Wild Boar or the magnificent Sambar Deer.

Evening learn the secrets of traditional Kerala cooking. And of course, you will enter the magical world of Indian spices, learning about what they are, how to use them, combine them, and savour the special magic they bring to even the most commonplace foods.

Overnight at Periyar/Thekkady

Meals included: Breakfast/Dinner

DAY 14: PERIYAR TO ALLEPPEY

Morning checkout and drive to a community Home stay in Alleppey located on a backwater island which gives an unique chance to get into the Indian-Keralean culture. As well as meeting Indian family you'll have plenty of opportunities to meet the local villagers. Your host will take you out for village walk on leisurely trips around the village, stopping to chat with people along the way or have a cup of chai at the open air tea shop/shacks. People are very friendly, and the further into the backwaters you get, the less they are accustomed to seeing foreigners and the sunset canoe ride would be another highlight of the tour. Host will cook wonderful fresh Keralian food & served at a large communal table.

Periyar to Alleppey - 4 hours

Overnight at Alleppey

Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

DAY 15: ALLEPPEY TO CHERAI

Morning checkout and drive to Cherai lovely sandy beach. It has the specialty that both back waters and beach hugged your beautiful spot to relax and cherish. Enjoy the sandy beach and sunlight of Cherai.

Alleppey to Cherai - 2 hours

Overnight at Cherai

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 16: DEPARTURE TRANSFER TO COCHIN AIRPORT

Morning departure transfer to Cochin airport for onward flight.

PACKAGE COST:

Validity: From 01 Sep – 30 Sep’19

COMFORT

Package cost per person on twin sharing - EURO 1450 per person
Single Supplement Charge - EURO 645
Triple sharing reduction - EURO 110 per person

STANDARD

Package cost per person on twin sharing - EURO 1095 per person
Single Supplement Charge - EURO 395
Triple sharing reduction - EURO 75 per person

General

Flight fare from Delhi – Cochin - EURO 80 per person (Air fare subject to change)
Charge for arrival transfer - EURO 20 per transfer
Charge for departure transfer - EURO 25 per transfer
Entrance fees as per the itinerary - EURO 105 per person

 

Pre Night stay

Delhi: EURO 35 per single / Double Room including breakfast and taxes
Delhi: EURO 120 per single / Double Room including breakfast and taxes

Post Night stay

Cherai Beach Resort: EURO 98 per Sgl / Dbl Room including breakfast & taxes
Les3 Elephants: EURO 90 per Sgl / Dbl Room including breakfast & taxes

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