Delhi Agra Jaipur with Kerala - God's Own Country

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
Arrive in Delhi either late night or early morning, Company representatives will receive you and Transfer to your hotel. Relax. Overnight will be at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi
Famous As : The capital of India 
Major Attractions : Red Fort, Qutab Minar, Akshardham Temple 
Mostly Visited For : Shopping Delight, Exotic Delicacies, Imperial Monuments

In the Morning After breakfast in the Hotel. Beginning with a morning sightseeing trip to OLD DELHI. Visit Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid,  Red Fort. Enjoy the cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.. In the afternoon visits New Delhi include with the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, Mahavir Ahinsa Sthal and Chhatarpur temple, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 03: Delhi - Agra
Famous As : The Seat of Taj Mahal 
What To See : Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri 
What To Shop For : Leather Goods and Gem Stones

Take Leisurely morning breakfast check out hotel and leave Delhi for Agra. Agra has a rich historical background, which is amply evident from the numerous historical monuments in and around the city. En-route you will visit the SIKANDRA. Sikandra houses Emperor Akbar's Mausoleum and is just 4 kms from Agra. On arrival in Agra, check into the hotel, take Rest. In afternoon, visit the world famous Taj Mahal - one of the seven wonders of the world. 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. Later, visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. In the evening are free for your own activities over night stay at Agra.

Day 04 : Agra -Jaipur
Popular As : Capital City of Rajasthan State, Pink City 
Established By : Sawai Jai Singh 
Major Attractions : City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Blue Pottery

Take early breakfast at the hotel and leave for Jaipur. On your way visit Fatehpur Sikri, at a distance of 40 kms from Agra. The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world. Continue your drive to Jaipur. Jaipur is known as the 'Pink City' on account of the distinctive colour of its buildings. The bustling Rajasthan capital of Jaipur takes its name from its venerated founder Jai Singh II, who was given the title Sawai Maharaja by the Mughal. Reach and check in at hotel. Afterwards Proceed for a excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride ascent to the fort. Visit the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti and Panch Mahal Palace in Fatehpur Sikri. Relax in the evening or visit the markets.
Have an overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 5: Jaipur - Delhi 
After leisurely breakfast in the morning at hotel.visit the Markets for shopping and after Lunch Leave for Delhi.
You will be transferred to airport for flight to Chennai.  
 
Day 06: Delhi - Chennai 
Take early breakfast at the hotel and leave for Chennai, On arrivel at Chennai airport meet & greet with our representatives, they will transfer to pre booked hotel. Check into the hotel and leisure for rest of the day. Afterwards proceed for a full day sightseeing of Chennai covering lots of renowned tourist attractions and historical monuments. Also known as the cultural Gateway to South India, Exhibiting rich culture, famous temples, ancient monuments and popular beaches, it has grown up to become one of India’s major tourist destinations. Visit National Art Gallery, the Museum displaying some of the most beautiful temple prizes and the finest collection of South Indian bronzes. The famous St. Mary's Church is a must see, so is the scenic Marina Beach. Explore several famous statues and monuments located in the beach vicinity followed by visit to Kamraj Memorial house and Kalakshetra.
After the eventful sightseeing, return drive to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 07: Chennai - Trivandrum 
After Breakfast in the hotel, we will proceed for Trivandrum,  Assistance on Arrival at Trivandrum Air Port/ Rly Stn. Transfer to Kovalam (13 km). Check in at hotel and the day is at leisure O/N stay at Hotel. Trivandrum is also well-known for its long shorelines with glorious beaches, historic monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural heritage, Trivandrum unquestionably makes an ever-popular destination. We will spend half a day here covering Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Shri Chitra Art Gallery and the Museum.
Later we drive back to Trivandrum. Overnight stay.

Day 08: Ayurvedic Beach Resort 
You may relax and enjoy the facilities at the resort including private beach, yoga, massage, nature walks, classical music and dance programs on open-air stage, visits to local traditional village.

Day 9: Backwaters of Kerala 
Today Morning after leisurely breakfast, we will drive for pier to board a private rice boat from the resort and then cruise through then cruise through the narrow canals and wide lakes enjoying the scenic natural beauty -- coconut trees, rice patties, small villages.Meals and overnight on houseboats.



Day 10: Backwaters - Cochin 
In the morning take relax on houseboat, we will drive for Cochin after lunch, Company representatives will receive and transfer to hotel. Taj Mallabar Hotel, overlooking the harbor, sea facing rooms.

Day 11: Cochin
District : Emakulam 
Location : Ernakulam in Kerala, 220 km from Trivandrum 
Known As : Lagoon's Country

Have fun travelling around Cochin, Famous as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea”, Cochin has a rich cultural legacy and is also famous as a seaport. Go on Full day sighseeing in Cochin and visit places like the Dutch Palace, Jew Town, St. Francis Church and Fort Cochin. Get pleasure from a Kathakali dance performance at Cochin Cultural Center, arriving by 5 pm to watch the make-up. Enjoy going on a sunset cruise on the Arabian Sea. Dinner at traditional Kerala restaurant. Later return to the hotel in Cochin for an overnight stay.

Day 12: Periyar
Location : Thekkady - Kumily, Kerala 
Famous For : Tigers, Elephants 
Coverage Area : 777 Sq kms

Today morning after leisurely breakfast, we procced for Periyar. Periyar is also known for its Wild life Sanctuary, Home to bison, antelopes, sambars, wild boars, monkeys, langurs, a wide variety of birds, and some 750 elephants. Periyar wildlife sanctuary will surely impress you with its wildlife species population. It is also known as Thekkady Wildlife Sanctuary. It is a really very nice place to cruise on the lake and have an opportunity to see wildlife. Upon arrival at Periyar, we assist you to check in at our hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 13: Periyar – Madurai
Take hearty Breakfast at the hotel  and relax at Periyar in the morning. In afternoon Check out and proceed to Madurai(135 kms./ 4hrs. drive). Madurai is also known as The Temple City of India. En-route, visit the Brihadeshwara Temple at Tanjore. On arrival at Madurai, check in at the hotel. Evening relaxed overview of the city, independent strolling.
overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 14: Madurai 
Today morning after leisurely breakfast take a full day sightseeing tour of the Madurai : See Sri Meenakshi Temple, Tirumalai Nayak Palace, Tiruparankundram (rock-cut)Temple, Alagarkoil Temple Spend a leisurely afternoon indulging in the activity of your choice.Evening fly Madurai-Madras dep 19:40 arr 20:30 arr. OR 20:40 dep.-21:30 arr.

Day 15: Madras ( Chennai ) 
Madras is a very attractive city with its ancient temples and unique culture, golden sandy beaches and a marvelous tradition of music and dance. After arrival in Madras take a full day sightseeing of Madras: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, San Thome Cathedral, Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Fort St. George, the Marina. Later visit St. Thomas Church, Kapaleshwar Temple, Fort St. George and drive past the Marina Beach.
Night stay in Madras.

Day 16: Drive to Kanchipuram 
In the morning after breakfast Visit temples of Kanchipuram enroute to Mahabalipuram. Kailasanatha Temple, Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Sri Ekambaranathar Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple, Devarajaswami Temple. On arrival in Mahabalipuram transfer to Hotel FishermanÕs Cove. 
 
Day 17: Mahabalipuram 
Today morning you are free for exploring sightseeing: Five Rathas, Shore Temple, ArjunaÕs Penance, Mandapams, Krishna Mandapam. 
 
Day 18: Madras ( Chennai ) 
Take rest in the morning. In the afternoon we will go back to Madras (80kms./2hrs. drive). Transfer to international airport for flight home.