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Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days
Places to Visit: Delhi - agra - Bharatpur - jaipur - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Mumbai - Kochi - kumarakom - Alleppey - Cochin

Day 01 ARRIVE DELHI
Assistance on arrival at Delhi International airport, on arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel.

Delhi, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land.
Relax and overnight at hotel.

Day 02 DELHI
After breakfast take sightseeing tour of historic city visiting Old Delhi to see magnificent Red Fort, The Jama Masjid, India`s largest mosque, Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi & a Rickshaw ride past through the silver street in Chandani Chowk.

Later New Delhi to include Rashtrapati Bhawan, one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war; Humayun's Tomb, Qutab Minar , built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; in the evening you can visit to see light an sound show at Red fort. Return to the hotel for overnight at hotel.

Day 03 DELHI / AGRA
Morning drive to Agra , enroute visit Sikandra..Continue drive to Agra, on arrival transfer to hotel.

Afternoon sightseeing of Agra city visit to the Agra Fort from where one can get the most moving view of the Taj from the little octagonal tower in the Agra Fort, which lies, across the river Jamuna. Later visit the Pearl Mosque and the Tomb of Itamad-ud-Daula built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father.

Overnight at hotel
Day 04 AGRA / BHARATPUR
Visit to Tajmahal by sunrise.

Taj Mahal: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.

Afternoon drive for Bharatpur for a tour of the world famous bird sanctuary- Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.

Keoladeo National Park previously known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and lies 174 km from Delhi and only 50 km from Agra. If Taj Mahal is "rhapsody in marble" then definitely Keoladeo is a "ballad of birds". Located at the confluence of Gambhir and Banganga rivers and spread over 29km2 of shallow lakes and woodlands, Keoladeo National Park provides shelter to over 300 avian species, particularly during winter when the resident numbers multiply as a result of migrants. The freshwater swamp with the picturesque Kadam trees, stands of Acacia and profuse aquatic vegetation, is a habitat of various living organisms, which serve as food for the different species of animals. Two-thirds of the birds listed in Keoladeo are land birds while one-third of the species are water birds. Pintails, teals, mallards, pochards, geese, coots, storks, curlews and sandpipers can be seen in the lake; the heronry at Keoladeo is indeed one of the finest in the world, with 14 species nesting and breeding in the Park.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 05 BHARATPUR / JAIPUR
Morning visit to the Keoladeo bird Sanctuary.
Afternoon drive to Jaipur, the fabled 'pink city' of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharajah of Jaipur.
On arrival, check into the hotel.

Jaipur - The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains its character and history - A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Jaipur is popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 JAIPUR
After breakfast explore the Pink City with an excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, enjoy the experience of traveling on elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Afternoon sightseeing tour of City Palace in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture.

Not far away is the Central Museum. Jantar Mantar is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen, all monuments are located in the vicinity of City Palace Complex of Jaipur.

Evening free to visit the famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and handicrafts. Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs. Return to the hotel for overnight.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 07 JAIPUR / JODHPUR
Morning drive to Jodhpur. On arrival transfer to hotel.

Afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace. Evening visit Balsamand Lake and Palace.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 08 JODHPUR / RANAKPUR / UDAIPUR
Morning checkout and drive to Udaipur, enroute visit the 12th Century Temples of Ranakpur.

Ranakpur: The cluster of temples, made of intricately sculpted white marble, came across as a marvelous feat of architecture. It would take anyone by surprise to learn that they were built in 1460, so well preserved & sparkling is the marble. The main temple is supported on 1,444 pillars - none of which is similarly carved.

Proceed to Udaipur, on arrival transfer to hotel.

Udaipur : "The Venice of the East", Udaipur is an enchanting city. From lakes in the midst of sandy terrain to green forested hills where wildlife still abounds, the surprises are endless. And, in the lakes, or by their edges, are palaces straight out of fairy tales, each more beautiful than the other. Founded by Maharana Udai Singh, Udaipur is surrounded by the Aravalli mountain ranges situated on the edge of three lakes.
Evening is free to relax, overnight at the hotel.

Day 09 UDAIPUR
After breakfast take a excursion to Eklingji & Nagda Temples - built in white marble with a double storied porch on the bank of Lake Bageela - 22 kms from Udaipur .

Afternoon sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting City Palace Complex visit Durbar Hall, Crystal Gallery, Palace Museum and Jagdish Temple. City Palace is considered as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. Later visit Saheli Ki Bari that is a small ornamental garden built in the honour of Royal Ladies for recreational purpose. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 UDAIPUR / MUMBAI
Morning transfer to the airport to board flight for Mumbai.
9W 3401
Departs Udaipur at 0840hrs R Arrives Mumbai at 1020hrs. On arrival, transfer to the hotel.

Afternoon city tour of Mumbai - the capital city of the state Maharashtra and is the economic powerhouse of India. Visit the Gateway of India, which was conceived following the visit of King George V in 1911 and officially opened in 1924; Price of Wales Museum, designed in Indo Saracenic style and has sections for arts and paintings, archeology, natural history and an interesting collection of miniature paintings, bas reliefs from the Elephanta caves and Budha images; Marine Drive, which runs along the shoreline, starting at Nariman Point and upto Malabar Hill; Hanging Gardens, laid out in 1881 these formally laid out gardens have a notable collection of hedges shaped like animals free.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 MUMBAI / KOCHI
Morning: ferry to explore Elephanta Caves, Elephanta Caves - The rock-cut Hindu temples at Elephanta, an island 6 miles across the harbour provide an exciting glimpses of Indian sculpture dating from 600 AD. Huge panels depict episodes relating to Lord Shiva, the central one being the most imposing one - a five metre bust of the God, represents his three aspects as creator, preserver and destroyer. Motor-launch takes about an hour to reach the island where the caves are situated.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at hotel

Day 12 MUMBAI / KOCHI
After breakfast transfer to the airport to board flight for Kochi.
9W 401
Departs Mumbai at 1015hrs
& Arrive Kochi at 1200hrs.
On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour that would include visits to the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church and Chinese Fishing nets.
Return for an overnight stay at the hotel

Day 13 KOCHI / KUMARAKOM
After breakfasr, enjoy a to Kumarakom. On arrival,check in at a hotel and spend the remaining part of the day at leisure. You can also opt for a relaxing Ayurvedic massage at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 14 KUMARAKOM
Enjoy an early morning bird watching tour at the Kumarakom bird sanctuary. Return for a scrumptious breakfast at the resort / hotel and visit some neighboring farm houses.

Board the houseboat from Kumarakom Staying in this moving palace is breathtakingly stimulating experience. While sailing down a maze of canals one sees different scenes from the villages, paddy fields, coconut palms, fisherman and local life. Lunch, dinner next day breakfast and tea snacks will be provided in the boat. The cool breeze from the Lake make you sleep early in the night after anchoring in a fancy place.
Dinner and Overnight in the houseboat.

Day 15 ALLEPPEY / COCHIN
After breakfast in the houseboat disebark at Alleppey. Alleppey is also known as Vinice of the East because of the narrow canals and backwaters. Transfer to Cochin .
On arrival transfer to the airport to board flight for home or optionally spend night in Cochin.

Day 16 COCHIN
On time transfer to the airport to board flight for home.

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