14 Days- Golden Triangle of India with Exciting Kerala Tour
Golden Triangle tours with South India tour are one of the most visited places in India that are famous for the rich cultural heritage along with the basking glorifying
| PLACES COVERED |
Delhi – Jaipur – Agra – Delhi – Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady (Periyar) – Alleppey – Cochin – Departure in Kochi Airport |
| DURATION OF TRIP |
13 NIGHTS/14 DAYS |
| CONDITION* |
PROMOTIONAL PRICE NOT APPLICABLE FROM 15TH DECEMBER-2021 TILL 15TH JANUARY-2022 |
| MINIMUM REQUIRED |
2 PAX |
| ACCOMMODATION |
4*/5* Accommodations |
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION |
PICKUP Delhi/DROP Kochi |
| RETURN TIME |
Depends on onward Journey |
| WEAR |
Comfortable clothing with suitable Toiletries |
| BASIC INCLUSION |
| 13Night with Bread & Breakfast |
| 01 Jeep Ride/Elephant ride to reach Courtyard of Amer Fort, Jaipur |
| Premium Class Houseboat stay to enjoy backwater trip in Alleppey to Alleppey round with all meals. |
| Private Transport |
| Cultural Theatre for Traditional Kathakali Dance show in Cochin |
| Common Boat ride at Periyar Lake and Jungle entrance. |
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| BASIC EXCLUSION |
| Entrance Tickets To monuments |
| Gratuity Recommended |
| Food and Beverages not mentioned in Itenary |
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Services are included in the price:-
- A safe and comfortable air-conditioned private bus/car with driver, all-inclusive. (Fuel for car/Bus, road and state taxes, toll fees, parking fees, Driver and driver’s food, and lodging).
- The car will be with you from your arrival to departure with as many stops to sightseeing as you want.
- A Driver with excellent skills and record, a good knowledge of the area you are visiting and sufficient English to communicate.
- Transfers and land transportation according to the itinerary.
- Accommodation Double or Twin rooms with Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Sightseeing Tours in All Cities as per tour itinerary
- Jeep/Elephant Ride in Jaipur
- One Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
- English Speaking tour Guide in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur & Cochin sightseeing only
- Free visit to Jaipur’s famous block painting workshop
- Free visit to TajMahal Inlay Marble (Work Shop).
- Common Boat ride at Periyar Lake and Jungle entrance
- One Jeep safari in Munnar (10 am – 4 pm) followed by the lunch at Local South Indian Restaurant
- Premium Houseboat stay with 24 hours air-condition and all meals (Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast) in Allepey
- One “Indian Ayurveda Full Body Massage” in Cochin as per tour plan
- Flight ticket for Delhi/Cochin
- Maximum Group size 22 Pax
- All applicable taxes.
Services are not included in the prices:-
- Tips, laundry, telephone bills, luggage handling, and Beverages.
- Meals unless specified
- One time entrance tickets to the monuments as per plan in Delhi, Jaipur &Agra
- One time entrance tickets to the monuments in Cochin only Dutch palace, Jewish synagogue
- Camera charges at all entrance to the monuments if apply
General Information:-
- Tipping and gratuities are not included in the package and are at your own discretion (e.g. as a guide, approx. AUD 5-10 per person, per day per city as per the industry standard).
- All domestic internal flights with a limit of 15kg Check-in baggage& for 07 kg hand baggage in the cabin. ***If any extra luggage for any domestic flight(s) can be arranged on additional cost as per the airline guidelines.
Accommodation Using For Package 4* & 5*
- Delhi:- (Hotel Crowne Plaza, New Delhi or Similar hotel)
- Jaipur:- (Hotel LemonTree Premiere or Similar hotel)
- Agra:- (Hotel Crystal Sarovar or Similar)
- Thekkady (Periyar):- (The Mountain courtyard or similar)
- Munnar:- (The Panoramic gateway, Munnar or similar)
- Alleppey:- (Premium Class Houseboat stay )
- Cochin:- (The Taj Gateway Marine drive or similar)
Details
Golden Triangle tours with South India tour are one of the most visited places in India that are famous for the rich cultural heritage along with the basking glorifying
On arrival at Delhi airport or railway station, our representative will meet you to pick you up and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi.
After breakfast Sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi
Start By visiting the:
- Jama Masjid:- Jama Masjid is another marvelous treasure of the Old City, and is the largest mosque in India. Its courtyard can hold an incredible 25,000 devotees. The mosque took 13 years to build and was completed in 1650.
- Chandni Chowk:- The Chandni Chowk (Moonlight Square) is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, India. Chandni Chowk is located close to Old Delhi Railway Station.
- Spice Market:- A bit west of Chandni Market you will find yourself on Khari Baoli Road in the heart of Asia’s largest wholesale spice market. Here we found hundreds of shops dealing in refined, local and exotic spices. This large market area is rich in color and photographic opportunities and is well worth seeking out
- Red Fort:- Delhi’s most famous monument, the Red Fort, stands as a powerful reminder of the Mughal emperors who ruled India. Its walls, which stretch for over two kilometers (1.2 miles), were built in 1638 to keep out invaders.
- India Gate visit drive pass:- The towering archway of India Gate at the center of New Delhi is a war memorial, built in memory of the Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army in World War I. At night it glows warmly under floodlights, and the gardens that line its boulevard are a popular place to enjoy a warm summer’s evening.
- Qutub Minar:-Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, is an incredible example of early Indo–Islamic architecture. It was built in 1206, but the reason remains a mystery. Some believe that it was made to signify victory and the beginning of Muslim rule in India, while others say it was used to call the faithful to prayer.
- Humayun’s Tomb:- If you think Humayun’s Tomb looks a bit like the TajMahal in Agra, that’s because it was the inspiration for the Taj Mahal’s creation. The tomb was built in 1570 and houses the body of the second Mughal emperor, Humayun.
- Lotus Temple:- The Bahai Temple is commonly referred to as the Lotus Temple, as it’s shaped like a lotus flower. It’s particularly pretty at night when it’s attractively lit up. Made out of white marble, the temple belongs to the Bahai Faith, which proclaims the unity of all people and religions.
- (Note: Temple is closed on Every Monday)
- Evening return to the hotel, overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
After breakfast proceeds to Jaipur. We will have First coffee Break for 15-20 min after crossing Delhi.
After Reaching Jaipur we will have lunch and then start a sightseeing tour of a few places of Jaipur visit:-
- City Palace:–situated in the heart of the old City, it occupies about one-seventh of the old city area. The palace is a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture, it houses a Seven storeyed Chandra Mahal in the center, which affords a fine view of the gardens and the city.
- Jantar Mantar:–built in the 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the huge masonry instruments were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. Enormous sun-dial still provides accurate time, which is subject to daily corrections.
- Later back to Hotel, Stay overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
Early morning after breakfast proceed to sightseeing tour of Jaipur, Direct sunlight on the Hawa Mahal is the most amazing sights to see from outside and will stop there for the photo shoot.
- HawaMahal:-built in 1799, by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, is the most recognizable monument of Jaipur. The 5 storied stunning semi-octagonal monument having 152 windows with overhanging latticed balconies is a fine piece of Rajput architecture. Originally designed for the royal ladies to watch and enjoy the processions and other activities, on the street below.
Later drive to Amer Fort there experience the Jeep Ride/Elephant ride from the old town to reach the Courtyard of Amer Fort, Back days king army used the same route !!!
- Amer Fort:-The old capital of the Kachhwahas stands atop a range of craggy hills. The fort is remarkable as much for the majestic grandeur of its surroundings as for its sturdy battlements and beautiful palaces. It is a fine blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture.
- JalMahal:-On the way Back From Amber Fort, this small palace is set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Renovation around the lake is in progress.
- Albert Hall Museum:- situated in the Ram Niwas Garden. This graceful building was founded in 1876 by Prince Albert (also known as Albert Hall). It has a rare collection of archaeological and handicraft pieces.
- After Sightseeing we will stop for lunch after visit most Unique Art of Jaipur which is Block printing.
- Later back to Hotel, Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
After breakfast proceed to Agra and visit en-route to:
- Abhaneri:– is a village in the Dausa district of Rajasthan state in India. It is situated at a distance of 95 km from Jaipur, on the Jaipur-Agra road. The place is popular for the Chand Baori step well and Harshat Mata Temple.
After visiting the above places proceed to Agra. On arrival check in Hotel.
Early Morning Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal:
- Taj Mahal:-You cannot think of Agra without thinking of TajMahal. Or, you might not have thought of Agra were it not for the monument of love. TajMahal, the white marble beauty was constructed by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, MumtazMahal. The monument stands proof for the brilliance of Mughal architecture.
- (*Taj Mahal Closed on every Friday)
- Later Back to Hotel for Breakfast. Check out from hotel and visit to:
- Agra Fort:-You would regret if you miss Agra Fort during your visit to Agra. The 16th-century monument is yet another proof of the architectural brilliance of Mughals. This is situated near the gardens of the world famous TajMahal. Called the Red Fort of Agra, you will be awe inspired by the powerful fortress.
- Afternoon return to Delhi, Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi. Stay overnight at Hotel in Delhi.
Today after breakfast check out from Delhi hotel and departure transfer to the airport to fly for Cochin.
On arrival at Kochi airport meet and greet with tour manager later you will be transferred to the pre-booked hotel in Kochi. Later in the early evening, you will be picked up by the driver and visit to:
- Kathakali Dance show Centre in AC Theater: (Timings: 17:30 pm – 19:30 pm)
Elements of the art of Kathakali are found in the ancient ritual plays of Hindu temples and various dance forms that are believed to have been gradually developed in Kerala from as early as the 2nd Century until the end of the 16th Century. Many of its characteristics are very much older than its literature, as they are a continuation of older traditions, but these did not crystallize until the 17th Century when the Rajah of Kottarakkara, a small principality in central Travancore, wrote plays based on the Hindu epic “Ramayana” in sanskritizedMalayam, which could be understood by ordinary people.
- Later drive back for Stay overnight at Hotel in Cochin.
The morning after breakfast start the tour in Kochi and visit: –
- Mattancherry Palace & Jewish Synagogue: The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, in Mattancherry, Kochi, in the Indian state of Kerala which features Kerala murals depicting portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. The Palace was built and gifted by the Portuguese as a present to the king of Cochin around 1555. [Above monument Timings: Dutch Palace/Mattancherry: Timings 10:00 am to 5 pm, Closed on Fridays and National holidays / Jewish Synagogue: 10 am to 5 pm, Break Time – 12 pm to 3 pm, Closed on Friday & Saturday & Jewish Holidays]
- Chinese Fishing Net: In India, Chinese fishing nets (Cheenavala) are fishing nets that are fixed land installations for fishing. While commonly known as “Chinese fishing nets” in India, the more formal name for such nets is “shore operated lift nets”. Huge mechanical contrivances hold out horizontal nets of 20 m or more across.
- Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Kochi:- The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi is one of the eight Basilicas in Kerala. Counted as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala, this church is one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year round.
- St. Francis Church, Kochi:- St. Francis CSI Church, in Fort Kochi (a.k.a. Fort Cochin), originally built in 1503, is the oldest European church in India. and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent. The Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama died in Kochi in 1524 when he was on his third visit to India.
- Evening free time to visit the local markets in Kochi. Later drive back to Hotel, Stay overnight at Hotel in Cochin.
After breakfast day proceeds to Munnar. On arrival check in Hotel.
Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundale, Munnar is 1600 Meter above sea level.
This majestic hill station was once the summer resort of the British government in South India. Local sightseeing of Munnar includes a visit to Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake, and Echo point.
- Evening free around the hotel. Stay overnight at Hotel in Munnar.
After breakfast Jeep safari guide will be meeting you in the hotel lobby and later your day explore for the tea-plantations by the exciting Jeep ride in Munnar.
- Enjoy Jeep Safari to explore tea plantation and visit tea factory & museum.
Start sightseeing tour of Munnar by Jeep safari drive through the KananDevan Hills tea plantations, scenic beauty valleys, Lock heart gap, spice plantations, etc. After around 25 km of jeep ride through the normal road, we will reach the jeepable, jumpy, bumpy, rugged road to the World’s highest organic tea growing estate. From there drive or walk a little further to one of the oldest orthodox tea factories in this region.
After visiting the Factory we will have fresh tea picked, processed and made on the spot. Soon after we will start walking to a small ground to have lunch near the cliff at a local south Indian restaurant with a wonderful view around, then will proceed to Munnar in the jeep itself. The ride will be through the tea plantations jeepable rugged road and we can have a close look at the spectacular countryside and the rural Tamil people, working in the tea plantations.
- Later drive back to Hotel stay overnight at Hotel in Munnar
After breakfast proceeds to Thekkady (Periyar).
- Thekkady (Idukki district):- is the location of the Periyar National Park, which is an important tourist attraction in the Kerala state of India. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is spread across 777 km2 (300 sq mi), of which 360 km2 (140 sq mi) is a thick evergreen forest. The wildlife sanctuary was declared a tiger reserve in 1978. The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River adds to the charm of the park. The greatest attractions of Periyar are the herds of wild elephants, deer, and bison that come down to drink in the lake. The sanctuary can be accessed through a trekking, boating. Sightseeing destinations in Periyar wildlife sanctuary where you can see wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more.
Upon arrival in Periyar check-in to the hotel, later you have an amazing boat ride in Periyar Lake which flows through the Periyar tiger reserve.
- Enjoy the common boat ride on Periyar Lake explore wildlife flora & Fauna
- You will have the chance to watch the wild animals like elephant, Bison, Sambar, Deer, etc are roaming both shores.
Overnight stay in the hotel in Periyar.
After breakfast check out from hotel in Munnar and proceed to Alleppey on arrival check in Houseboat.
- Following by the lunch on board the Houseboat for a unique experience through the narrow canals and channels of the backwaters of Kerala.
- The materials that go into the making of houseboat are all local and Eco-friendly; bamboo poles, coconut fiber ropes, bamboo mats carpets, etc. The main wood used is “Anjali “.
The Houseboat provides all comforts – Beds, a kitchen, western toilet.
Traditional lanterns are used as lights. Spend the day cruising on a boat. Through remote tribal villages along the tranquil backwaters of Kerala is a superb experience. Sensational in its own silent way, the cruise takes you along Snake boat docks, friendly cheering villagers, coir (Jute) making communities, Toddy (local spirit) shops, fishing nets pitched for the day’s catch, bounded paddy fields and manual canoes of different sizes crisscrossing each other. The experience enables you to reach beautiful untouched areas. Night take traditional dinner at houseboat.
- Stay overnight at in Houseboat in Alleppey.
After breakfast check out from the houseboat, proceed to Cochin on arrival check in Hotel for relaxation.
Later visit at Ayurveda Centre for “Full Body Massage Therapy”
- Abhyanga Massage – Full body massage
Abhyanga or Synchronised massage subdues the aging and degeneration process. A therapy pioneered as per the ancient Ayurvedic classics; its rhythmic motion helps to relieve joints and muscles from stiffness and makes all body movements free. This stimulating treatment increases blood circulation, which in turn encourages quick removal of metabolic wastes while providing relief for anxiety, fatigue, circulatory disorders, rheumatic and arthritic problems, backaches and injuries
- Later drive back to Hotel stay overnight at Hotel in Cochin.
In this Day transfer to Airport for flight to your onward destination.
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