Kerala and Golden Triangle

Upon arrival in Delhi you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel.

Upon arrival at the hotel you are received with a traditional  Indian Welcome with Garland and Welcome Drink .

Afternoon visit to Lotus temple.

Day 02 Delhi

After breakfast take sightseeing tour of historic city visiting Old Delhi visiting the majestic Red Fort, a marvel in red sandstone, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, both built by emperor Shah Jahan of Taj Mahal fame, Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi & a Rickshaw ride past through the silver street in Chandani Chowk. , later sightseeing continues to visit New Delhi 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; the Laxmi Narayan Temple, built by the Birlas, one of India’s leading industrial families; Humayun’s Tomb, lotus shaped Bhai’s Temple, Qutub Minar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; in the evening you can visit see light an sound show at Red fort

Morning leave by surface for Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur check in at your pre booked Hotel.
Afternoon visit to the Local Market.

Day 04 Jaipur

Today after breakfast explore the Pink City with an excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, enjoy the experience of ride 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. Later late afternoon is kept free to visit the famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and handicrafts. Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs. One can also visit Nahargarh Fort to see it illuminated over the floodlights. Return to the hotel for overnight.

Day 05 Jaipur – Agra (by surface) enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri (by Surface 250 Kms 04 ½ Hrs Drive)

Morning leave by surface for Agra enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri. Upon arrival in Agra check in at your pre booked Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

Early morning, visit to witness the incomparable Taj Mahal with it’s speculative view at the time of Sunrise. Taj Mahal, the architectural modern day wonder of the world; this monument is a fine example of the fusion of many architectural styles is one of the wonders of the modern world. Taj, endowed it with some of the loveliest buildings in the world. The tour continues with a 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, followed by visit to Pearl Mosque and the Tomb of Itamad-ud-Daula built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. In the evening you may visit to the souvenirs market of Agra, one should visit Oswal Emporium where they have built a Mini Taj Mahal inside their showroom and it took 10 years for the artists to complete the mini replica of the Taj. The show room conducts free sound & light show showing the eras of Taj Mahal. Overnight in Agra.
Note: Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday

Morning leave by surface for Delhi enroute visit Sikandra . Upon arrival in Delhi check in at your pre booked Hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 08 Delhi – Cochin (by flight)

Morning you are transferred to board flight for Cochin. Upon arrival in Cochin you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel.
Evening watch the Kathakali dance show.

Day 09  Cochin

Morning  city tour of Cochin visiting  Jewish synagogue – the oldest synagogue in the entire commonwealth, St. Francis Church, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Cochin Harbour, Terminus, Chinese  Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Dutch Palace built by the Portuguese is known for its murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata and dresses and palanquins used by Cochin’s erstwhile rulers.

Day 10  Cochin – Periyar (by surface 200 Kms  5 - 6 Hrs Drive)

Post breakfast drive to Periyar (Thekkady), one of the most fascinating wild life sanctuaries in India, noted for elephants and scenic beauty.
Afternoon take a Jeep safari for 1 – 2 hrs duration to  see the  outside view of the Park.
Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 11  Periyar

Morning leave by surface for Kumrakom. Upon arrival in Kumarakom check in at your pre  booked Hotel.
Kumarakom - for the nature-lover. Here in this backwater town, you can laze in a canoe amidst sylvan surroundings where the only presence is yours and the egrets. Later visit at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, located on the banks of the Vembanad Lake, to see bird viewing where numerous species of birds, including Darters, Bitterns, Brahminy kites, Marsh Harries, Teals and several varieties of Herons roost are found. For an inquisitive bird watcher, it is always advisable to carry their binoculars at all times. Return to hotel, Make sure you do not miss out on Karimeen and fresh toddy the favourite fresh water food and the local wine. Overnight stay at Kumarakom. Upon arrival in Kumarakom check in at your pre booked Hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 13 Kumarakom

Day at leisure
Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 14   Kumarakom  - start 01 Night House Boat

Today morning at 12 noon you are transferred to Kumarakom Jetty to board House boat. Cruise through the back water of Kerala, on the way you can see traditional Kerala village life remind unchanged for many years you also witness the merchants selling vegetables in a boat while the village people await at the bank of Vembanad Lake. Here your crew will prepare delicious Keralian meals from freshly brought vegetables from the market. Overnight stay at Houseboat .

Day 15  House Boat Disembark at Thottapappy and Proceed for Kovalam. (150 kms 3 hrs drive)

Day 16 Kovalam

Day at leisure on the beach

Day 17 Kovalam – Trivandrum (by surface  ½ hrs drive)