Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Delhi (09 Nights/10 Days)

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Transfer to hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi
After breakfast proceed for full day tour of Old & New Delhi. Delhi tour includes the famous Red Fort surrounded by shops and bazaars, the Jama Masjid mosque, Chandni Chowk (Old Delhi's business and shopping center) Qutub Minar, India Gate, Safdarjung’s Tomb, Bahai (Lotus) temple etc. Also drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan - 340 room official residence of the President of India, and Sansad Bhawan - seat of the Indian Parliament. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi - Agra (203 Kms / 4½ Hrs)
After breakfast drive to Agra. On arrival in Agra, check in the hotel. Later in the afternoon half day city tour. Visit the Taj Mahal – One of the wonders of the world located on the banks of the River Yamuna.Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 : Agra - Jaipur (232 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Jaipur. Enroute visit to Fatehpur Sikri- a deserted city got built by Emperor Akbar. On arrival in Jaipur, check in the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 05 : Jaipur
Morning breakfast at hotel. Visit the Amber Fort. Amber, as it exists now is the handiwork of three of the kingdom's rulers that include Man Singh, Jai Singh I and II. In the Afternoon visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a stunning example of Rajput artistry with its pink, delicately honeycombed sandstone windows, of which there are 953. Later visit Jantar Mantar (the Observatory), City Palace etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 : Jaipur - Jodhpur (280 Kms / 6 Hrs)
After breakfast drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check in the hotel. Later afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Museum and the old city at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07 : Jodhpur - Udaipur (via Ranakpur) (256 Kms / 6 Hrs)
After Breakfast drive to Udaipur - “Lake City”, the most romantic city in Rajasthan.

Enroute visit Ranakpur. Visit the famous Jain Temple, dating back to the 15th century. Sprawling over 48,000 sq. feet, the temple is an astounding creation with 29 halls and 1,444 pillars-all distinctly carved Images of 24 tirthankaras are carved on the ‘mandaps’ or porticoes in a corridor around the shrine with each mandap having a ‘shikhar’ or spire adorned with little bells on the top. Proceed journey to Udaipur. On arrival in Udaipur Check in the hotel. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 08 : Udaipur
Breakfast at hotel followed by half day city tour visiting City Palace, museums and 300 year old Jagdish Temple. Later in the evening proceed for Evening Motor boat ride on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 09 : Udaipur - Delhi (By Air)
After breakfast transfer to Udaipur airport to take flight for Delhi. On arrival in Delhi transfer to Hotel. Evening free for Shopping. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10 : Depart Delhi
After Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport for onward journey...

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Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Mt. Abu - Udaipurp - Pushkar - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi (16 Nights/17 Days)

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Transfer to hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi
After breakfast proceed for full day tour of Old & New Delhi. Delhi tour includes the famous Red Fort surrounded by shops and bazaars, the Jama Masjid mosque, Chandni Chowk (Old Delhi's business and shopping center) Qutub Minar, India Gate, Safdarjung’s Tomb, Bahai (Lotus) temple etc. Also drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan - 340 room official residence of the President of India, and Sansad Bhawan - seat of the Indian Parliament. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi - Mandawa (260 Kms / 6 hrs)
In the morning enjoy beautiful drive to Mandawa – A Part of Shekhavati region. Check in the hotel on arrival. Evening to explore lavishly decorated houses of the region. The houses are beautifully painted on religious, historical, folk and social themes. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04 : Mandawa - Bikaner (175 Kms / 4½ hrs)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Bikaner. On arrival check in the hotel. Later in the afternoon half day city tour to Lalgarh Palace, Camel breeding farm, and Karni Mata temple (also known as the “Temple of Rats”).Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer (340 kms / 7-8 hrs)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Jaisalmer - the Desert City famous for the Camel rides. On arrival check in the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 : Jaisalmer
Breakfast at hotel followed by half day city tour visiting Jaisalmer fort, Salim ji ki Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli etc. Evening visit Sam sand dunes and enjoy the Camel ride. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (300 Kms / 7 hrs)
Early morning drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check in the hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08 : Jodhpur - Mount Abu (244 Kms / 5-6 Hrs)
Morning, visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Museum and the old city. Later in the afternoon drive to Mount Abu - the only hill resort of Rajasthan, situated at the highest peak of the Aravali at an altitude of 1220 meters. On arrival check in the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 09 : Mount Abu
Breakfast at hotel followed by half day city tour visiting the famous temple at Mount Abu. Evening enjoy the boat ride at Nakki Lake. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10 : Mount Abu - Udaipur (292 Kms/6-7 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Udaipur – “Lake City”, the most romantic city in Rajasthan. Udaipur is full of palaces, temples and havelis and the famous lake Pichhola. On arrival check in the hotel. Enjoy the boat ride at Lake Pichhola in the evening. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11 : Udaipur
Breakfast at hotel followed by half day city tour visiting City Palace, museums and Jagdish Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 12 : Udaipur - Pushkar (275 Kms /5-6 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Pushkar. On arrival check in the hotel. Later in the evening visit- The Brahma Temple- the only existing temple dedicated to Lord Brahma and was constructed in the 14th century. Pushkar is world famous for its cattle fair known as- Camel fair, normally held in Oct-November.

Day 13 : Pushkar - Jaipur (130 Kms / 3½ Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel and proceed for the city tour visiting the famous Pushkar lake and temples. Pushkar has as many as 400 temples. Later drive to the capital city of Rajasthan - Jaipur, widely known as the “Pink city.” On arrival check in the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 14 : Jaipur
Morning breakfast at hotel. Visit the Amber Fort. Amber, as it exists now is the handiwork of three of the kingdom's rulers that include Man Singh, Jai Singh I and II. In the Afternoon visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a stunning example of Rajput artistry with its pink, delicately honeycombed sandstone windows, of which there are 953. Later visit Jantar Mantar (the Observatory), City Palace etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 15 : Jaipur - Agra (232 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning drive to Agra. Enroute visit to Fatehpur Sikri- a deserted city got built by Emperor Akbar. On arrival in Agra, check in the hotel. Later in the afternoon half day city tour. Visit the Taj Mahal – One of the wonders of the world located on the banks of the River Yamuna.

Day 16 : Agra - Delhi (203 kms / 4½ Hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel and drive back to Delhi. Check in the hotel on arrival. Evening shopping at Cannaught Place. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 17 : Transfer to Airport for onward journey…

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Delhi - Agra - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi (08 Nights/09 Days)

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Transfer to hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi
After breakfast proceed for full day tour of Old & New Delhi. Delhi tour includes the famous Red Fort surrounded by shops and bazaars, the Jama Masjid mosque, Chandni Chowk (Old Delhi's business and shopping center) Qutub Minar, India Gate, Safdarjung’s Tomb, Bahai (Lotus) temple etc. Also drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan - 340 room official residence of the President of India, and Sansad Bhawan - seat of the Indian Parliament. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi - Agra (203 Kms / 4½ Hrs)
After breakfast drive to Agra. On arrival in Agra, check in the hotel. Later in the afternoon half day city tour. Visit the Taj Mahal – One of the wonders of the world located on the banks of the River Yamuna.Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 : Agra - Jhansi - Khajuraho (Train / Drive – total 411 Kms / 6 Hrs)
Breakfast at Hotel and transfer to Railway station in time to catch SHATABDI EXPRESS for Jhansi (230 Kms). You will be met on arrival at Jhansi and driven to Khajuraho (181 Kms). Enroute visit Orchha -a small town, set amongst a beautiful complex of well preserved palaces and temples. Proceed further to reach Khajuraho. On arrival check in the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 : Khajuraho
After breakfast visit world famous temples of Khajuraho built by the Chandelas between 950 A.D. and 1050 A.D. The world renowned temple town of Khajuraho is recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site for its archaeological and historical monuments. Of the 85 original temples, 22 have survived till today to constitute one of the world's great artistic wonders. The erotic sculptures on the exterior of temples have always been the cause of curiosity. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 : Khajuraho - Varanasi (By Air)
Breakfast at the hotel. Afternoon transfer to airport in time to take flight for Varanasi departing at 1330 Hrs. Transfer to hotel on arrival in Varanasi.

Day 07 : Varanasi
After breakfast full day tour of the city. In this ancient city of pilgrimage, the bathing ghats are main attraction. People flock here in large numbers every day to take bath and worship in the temples built beside the river bank. Centuries old tradition to offer puja to the rising Sun is still maintained. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, Durga temple, Tulsi Manas mandir, Banaras Hindu University. Afternoon visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha, after enlightenment, gave his first sermon. Visit the Stupa, the Buddhist temple and the museum.

Day 08 : Varanasi - Delhi (By Air)
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning at leisure. Afternoon transfer to airport to catch flight to Delhi. Reach Delhi and check in the hotel. Evening free for shopping. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 09 : Departure
Transfer to airport for onward journey…

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Mumbai - Aurangabad - Ajanta / Ellora - Mumbai (05 Nights/06 Days)

Day 01 : Arrive Mumbai
Arrive Mumbai. You will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 : Mumbai
After breakfast in the hotel leave for city tour of Mumbai city. Places of attraction in Mumbai include The Gateway of India (built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary), Mani Bhawan (once the residence of Mahatma Gandhi), Marine Drive, Walkeshwar, and Juhu Beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 : Mumbai - Aurangabad
After breakfast in the hotel you will be driven to Aurangabad. On arrival check in the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 04 : Aurangabad - Ajanta / Ellora - Aurangabad
After breakfast in the hotel, proceed for a full day excursion trip to Ajanta and Ellora. The Ajanta and Ellora caves are famous for their paintings and sculptures and the earliest caves dated around 200 B.C. Unlike the Ellora caves, which are Buddhist, Hindu and Jain, the Ajanta caves are all Buddhists. Drive back to Aurangabad in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 : Aurangabad - Mumbai
After breakfast in the hotel, drive back to Mumbai. On arrival check in the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 : Departure
Transfer to airport/ railway station for onward journey…

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Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady - Kumarakom – Cochin (06 Nights/07 Days)

Day 01 : Cochin
Arrival at Cochin Airport/Railway station. Meet and assist service on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Proceed for city tour in the afternoon. Cochin or Kochi, is one of the finest natural harbours on the Arabian Sea coast of India. A city of peninsulas and islands, today Cochin is the commercial hub of Kerala. Visit a number of Churches, the Chinese fishing nets at the entrance of Kochi Harbour and the Wellingdon Island. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 : Cochin - Munnar
After breakfast drive to Munnar in the morning. On arrival check in the hotel. Munnar, a hill station in Kerala, is located at the Idukki district of Kerala State in India. The word "Munnar" means three rivers. 3 mountain streams (Madurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala) are joining together here. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 : Munnar
After breakfast leave for full day sightseeing tour of Munnar. Visit Devikulam lake, Mattupetty lake and Kundala lake. The tea estates, hills, lakes and forests inside Munnar range exposes it's beauty. There are about 30 tea plantations in and around Munnar. Pallivasal, another worth seeing place in Munnar is the venue of the first Hydro Electric Project in Kerala and a place of immense scenic beauty. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 : Munnar - Thekkady
After breakfast drive to Thekkady. On arrival check in the hotel. Leave for sightseeing in the afternoon. Lying close to the plantations, in the rich jungles of Periyar in Thekkady is one of the world's most fascinating natural wildlife reserves - the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Noted for its diversity of wildlife and scenic beauty, the Reserve attracts visitors from all over the world. The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar river adds to the charm of the park. Here you can have the unique experience of viewing wildlife at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake. The greatest attraction of Periyar remains the large herds of wild elephants that come down to the lake's edge. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 : Thekkady - Kumarakom
After breakfast in the hotel drive to Kumarakom in the morning. Arrive Kumarakom and check in the hotel. Kumarakom the bird watcher's paradise. Bask in the beauty of nature amidst marvelous mangrove forests, coconut canopies and Pulsating paddy fields sprinkled with enchanting waterways and canals decked with while lilies. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 : Kumarakom
Leave for Water Bird Sanctuary early in the morning. Spread over an area of 14 acres and situated on the eastern banks of the Vembanad lake, the sanctuary adds to the natural beauty of Kumarakom. You can spot domestic birds like Cuckoo, Wild Duck, Egrets, Darters, Herons, Teal, and Waterfowl as well as migratory birds like the Siberian storks. Rest of the day enjoy Backwaters of Kerala. You can hire a boat and go fishing also. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 07 : Kumarakom - Cochin Airport
After breakfast in the hotel, transfer to Cochin airport/ railway station for onward journey…

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Trivendrum - Kovalam - Kumarakom - Thekkady – Munnar - Cochin (08 Nights/09 Days)

Day 01 : Trivendrum - Kovalam (16 Kms/½ Hr.)
Arrive Trivendrum and you will be driven to Kovalam. On arrival in Kovalam check in the hotel. Kovalam is one of the most beautiful and famous beach destinations in South India. It has three different beaches of which the Lighthouse beach is the most famous beach. Ayurvedic massages and treatment especially during monsoon is another attraction of Kovalam. Full day at Leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 : Kovalam
After breakfast in the hotel visit to the city of Trivendrum (Thiruvananthapuram). Sightseeing of Trivendrum Includes visit to places like Padhamanabha Swamy temple, Museum, Horse Palace, and Art Gallery etc. Evening back to hotel at Kovalam. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 : Kovalam - Kumarakom
After breakfast in the hotel drive to Kumarakom in the morning. Arrive Kumarakom and check in the hotel. Kumarakom the bird watcher's paradise. Bask in the beauty of nature amidst marvelous mangrove forests, coconut canopies and Pulsating paddy fields sprinkled with enchanting waterways and canals decked with while lilies. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 : Kumarakom
Leave for Water Bird Sanctuary early in the morning. Spread over an area of 14 acres and situated on the eastern banks of the Vembanad lake, the sanctuary adds to the natural beauty of Kumarakom. You can spot domestic birds like Cuckoo, Wild Duck, Egrets, Darters, Herons, Teal, and Waterfowl as well as migratory birds like the Siberian storks. Rest of the day enjoy Backwaters of Kerala. You can hire a boat and go fishing also. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 : Kumarakom - Thekkady
After breakfast drive to Thekkady. On arrival check in the hotel. Leave for sightseeing in the afternoon. Lying close to the plantations, in the rich jungles of Periyar in Thekkady is one of the world's most fascinating natural wildlife reserves - the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Noted for its diversity of wildlife and scenic beauty, the Reserve attracts visitors from all over the world. The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar river adds to the charm of the park. Here you can have the unique experience of viewing wildlife at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake. The greatest attraction of Periyar remains the large herds of wild elephants that come down to the lake's edge. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06 : Thekkady - Munnar
After breakfast drive to Munnar in the morning. On arrival Check in the hotel. Munnar, a hill station in Kerala, is located at the Idukki district of Kerala State in India. The word "Munnar" means three rivers. 3 mountain streams (Madurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala) are joining together here. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 07 : Munnar
After breakfast leave for full day sightseeing tour of Munnar. Visit Devikulam lake, Mattupetty lake and Kundala lake. The tea estates, hills, lakes and forests inside Munnar range exposes it's beauty. There are about 30 tea plantations in and around Munnar. Pallivasal, another worth seeing place in Munnar is the venue of the first Hydro Electric Project in Kerala and a place of immense scenic beauty. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 08 : Munnar - Cochin
After Breakfast leave for Cochin by Car. Arrive Cochin and check in the hotel. Cochin or Kochi, is one of the finest natural harbours on the Arabian Sea coast of India. A city of peninsulas and islands, today Cochin is the commercial hub of Kerala. In the afternoon visit a number of Churches, the Chinese fishing nets at the entrance of Kochi Harbour and the Wellingdon Island. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 09 : Departure
Transfer to airport / railway station for onward journey…

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