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Arrive
Delhi
Arrive Delhi and meet our representative at the arrival hall and
transfer to hotel. In the afternoon proceed on a tour of the
capital city. The important places in Old Delhi includes the
majestic Red Fort, the historical Chandni Chowk, besides Raj Ghat
and Shanti Vana. In New Delhi, visit the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the
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 Laxminarayan Temple, built by the
Birlas, one of India’s leading industrial families; Qutab Minar,
built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; and the
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Varanasi
Intime transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi. Arrive
Varanasi and transfer to hotel enroute visiting Sarnath, an
important Buddhist pilgrimage point. Lord Buddha traveled to
Sarnath to preach his first sermon. |
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Khajuraho
Enjoy a boat ride on river Ganges. There are about hundred ghats
in the city Also visit The Vishwanath Temple, built by the Birlas,
was planned by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya. The Bharat Mata Temple
houses, instead of gods and goddesses, a huge relief map in marble
of the whole of Indian subcontinent. The Tulsi Manas Temple, built
in 1964, is dedicated to Lord Rama. Intime transfer to airport to
board flight for Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho and transfer to
hotel. Later sightseeing tour of Khajurhao Temples. The Chaunsath
Yogini, Lalguan Mahadev, Parvati, Varaha, Matangesvara, Lakshmana,
Vishvanath and Nandi, Chitragupta, Devi Jagdamba and Kandariya
Mahadeo temples belong to this group. |
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Agra
Morning drive to Jhansi Railway Station to board Shatabdi Express
for Agra. Visit Orchha enroute, The Chaturbhuj Temple and Laxmi
Narayan Temple are two other important religious attractions in
Orchha. Arrive Agra and transfer to hotel. |
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Agra
Morning city sightseeing tour visiting The Taj Mahal, which is
entirely made of white marble and its walls are decorated with
exquisite pietra dura (stone inlay) work. Also visit The Agra Fort
(also called the Red Fort) makes an interesting sight. The Tomb of
Itmad-ud-Daula is located in a walled garden overlooking the
Yamuna. Akbar’s tomb at Sikandra, located in a large walled garden
on the road to Delhi. |
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Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur visiting the deserted city of Fatehpur
sikri also visit Wild life sanctuary of Bharatpur Sanctuary where
you can enjoy a cycle rickshaw or a bicycle ride to see birds in
their natural habitat Arrive Jaipur and check – in at hotel. There
are many dinner options available to dine in any one of the finest
Palace hotels that Jaipur boasts of. |
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In
Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city,
is perhaps the most beautiful example of Rajasthani forts . You
can have the unique experience of traveling on elephant back to
and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur including, City Palace in the
heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal
architecture. Not far away is the Central Museum with its large
collection of woodwork, Another monument near the City Palace,
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. |
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To Udaipur
Morning drive to Udaipur. Arrive Udaipur and check – in at hotel.
Afternoon free to take a walking tour on your own through the
narrow lanes and back streets of Udaipur upto the Washing Ghats at
the lake Pichola. Visit one of the fine downtown restaurants for
an optional dinner. |
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In
Udaipur
Morning sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting The City Palace and
Museum is considered as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan
Pratap Memorial has the bronze statue of Maharana Pratap, the
legendary warrior king of Udaipur. Jagdish Temple is situated near
the city palace. Saheliyon Ki Bari is a small ornamental garden.
Later in the day enjoy a two hour boat-ride on Lake Pichola
visiting many Ghats (banks) of washing, bathing etc |
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Mumbai
Intime transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai. Arrive
Mumbai and transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Mumbai
including The Gateway of India is the main attraction of Mumbai
city. The Mani Bhawan or the Gandhi memorial was once used to be
the residence of Mahatma Gandhi in Mumbai. Also known as Queen’s
Neckless, Marine Drive, Juhu is a 5-km-long beach that attracts a
large number of visitors on any day of the week. Also visit
gardens like the Hanging Garden and the Kamla Nehru Garden and the
Chowpatty gives you the view of one of the most happening beaches
of Mumbai. |
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To
Hyderabad
Intime transfer to airport to board flight for Hyderabad.
Afternoon City sightseeing tour. Including The Charminar occupies
the center of the city and dominates its landscape. The Hussain
Sagar is a large tank whose blue water provides a pleasant
backdrop to the city’s landscape. Salar Jung Museum is one of the
best-known museums in India where you can find private collections
of the Nizams. |
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Bangalore
Intime transfer to airport to board flight for Bangalore. Arrive
Bangalore and transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of
Bangalore visiting Tipu Sultan’s Palace, originally built in mud
in 1537 and rebuilt by Haider Ali a couple of centuries later;
Bull Temple enshrining a massive bull carved out of a single piece
of Grey granite; Lalbagh gardens laid out by Haider Ali in the
18th century; Cubbon Park laid out by the British in the 19th
century. Vidhan Soudha built in granite incorporates features of
traditional Indian architecture.
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Mysore
Morning drive to Mysore enroute visiting Srirangapatanam, which
was the capital of the warrior king Hyder Ali & his son Tipu
Sultan, having magnificent monuments. Arrive Mysore and check – in
at hotel. Later city tour including Maharaja’s Palace built as
recently as 1897, which is one of the biggest in India; St
Philomena’s Church etc; Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery housed
in the Jagmohan Palace, which has a collection of exquisite
paintings, and, Brindavan Gardens, which are illuminated 3 days a
week.
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To
Chennai
Morning visit Chamundi Hill. On the top of the hill stands the
temple dedicated to the Goddess Chamundeshwari, the royal family’s
patron deity. In the afternoon transfer to Railway Station to
board ‘Shatabadi Express’ train for Chennai. Arrive Chennai and
transfer to hotel.
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In
Chennai
Morning sightseeing tour of Chennai including Marina Beach, the
second longest beach in the world. The St. George Fort, built in
1653, is currently used as the state government’s secretariat.
Santhome Cathedral was built around 14th/15th century and is
another colonial structure worth visiting. Dedicated to Lord
Shiva, the Kapaleeshwar Temple is the oldest temple in Chennai.
Another important temple in the city dedicated to Lord Krishna is
Parthsarthy Temple. The Snake Park has a large collection of
snakes and many other reptiles,
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Chennai
Day return excursion to Mahabalipuram & Kancheepuram. The places
to be visited are Arjuna’s Penance, Krishna Mandapam, Varaha
Mandapam, Five Rathas and Shore Temples. Later visit Kancheepuram,
one of the seven sacred cities of India and also home to the
famous silk and cotton weaving industry. |
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To
Madurai
Intime transfer to airport to board flight for Madurai. Arrive
Madurai and transfer to hotel. Later visit Meenakshi Temple, where
the 1,000-pillared hall has stone figures carved on the pillars,
some of which sound like metal when hit with an object. Also visit
Tirumalai Nayaka Temple and the Temple Art Museum. |
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To Periyar
Morning drive on a scenic route dotted with plantations of rubber,
cardamom, cocoa, green pepper and areca nut, to the wildlife
reserve at Periyar. Arrive Periyar and check – in at hotel. Enjoy
a boat ride in the afternoon on Lake Periyar. |
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Alappuzha
Morning drive a short distance before switching over to a boat for
a through many canals and waterways up to Alleppey. The backwater
cruise in a country boat is the best way to explore the villages
and rural life. In Alleppey you will be taken aboard your floating
houseboat, a different boat with a bedroom and en-suite rest room
for your comfort. |
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To Mararikulum
Morning drive to Mararikulam, a quaint beach resort. Arrive
Mararikulam and check in at a beach resort. |
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In Mararikulum
Day free for independent activities. |
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Cochin
Morning drive to Cochin. Arrive Cochin and check – in at hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cochin including The Dutch Palace at
Mattancherry is renowned for its wall murals depicting scenes from
the Ramayana. The Jewish Synagogue at the heart of what is locally
called the Jew Town. The St. Francis Church, the oldest European
church in India. The Santa Cruz Basilica, originally built in 1557
by the Portuguese. The Chinese fishing nets are huge cantilevered
fishing nets believed to have brought to Kochi by Chinese traders.
Finally, the Willingdon Island, named after Lord Willingdon, is
the headquarters of the Southern Naval Command of India.
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Trivandrum
Intime transfer to Railway Station to board train for Trivandrum.
Arrive Trivandrum and transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing
tour of Trivandrum visiting The ancient temple of Sri
Padmanabhaswamy is one of the major attractions in the city of
Thiruvananthapuram. Napier Museum was built in 1880 and shows a
harmonious blending of Kerala, Mughal, Chinese and Italian
architectural styles. Sri Chitra Art Gallery has a good collection
Tanjore, Mughal, and Rajput schools of art. The Zoo in
Thiruvananthapuram has many shady and delightful walks. |
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Leave
Trivandrum
You will be accompanied by our representative to airport to board
flight for onward destination. End of our services…………… |
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Package includes:
- Accommodation in all the hotels on single/twin/triple sharing basis, as per the list above.
- Breakfast on all days.
- All prevailing taxes like Luxury tax in all hotels and Expenditure tax wherever applicable.
- All transfers to or from hotels, city tours, excursions, drives by an air-conditioned transport.
- Services of an English speaking local guide.
- Inter state road tax, toll tax, driver’s allowance, parking etc.
- Train fare as per the itinerary.
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