Majestic India

This morning, you will be transferred to Delhi train station to board your train to Kalka. Departure from Delhi by Train  Arrive in Kalka. Arrive Kalka station and proceed to connect the scenic Toy train ride from Kalka to Shimla. Departure from Kalka by Toy train.  Arrive in Shimla. On arrival at Shimla Railway Station, you will be met & transferred to your Hotel.

This morning, proceed for city tour of Shimla. Exploring highlights including the Shimla State Museum, home to a grand collection of ancient historical sculptures, coins, paintings and photographs collected from all over the state; Vice Regal Lodge, an 1888 pile that was the official summer residence of the British viceroys; the Mock Tudor Library and Mall Road, the main street in Shimla.

Full day is at leisure. A treasured resort, this hillside city is a box of treats, ready to be discovered. Set in the foothills of the Himalayas, Shimla welcomes visitors to enjoy its cooler temperatures and wander uninterrupted along the Mall, a pretty paved walkway in which to experience this city up close. Unlike other cities, traffic is banned from the center so you can absorb its calmer energy, scented by the nearby pine trees.

Morning you will be transferred to Kalka train station to board the train to Delhi TBA Departure from Kalka by Train TBA Arrive in Delhi On arrival at Delhi Railway Station, you will be met & transferred to your Hotel. Your accommodation in Delhi is for 02 nights in Hotel including breakfast.

Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Old Delhi, which includes a visit to Jama Masjid (one of the largest mosques in India), Raj Ghat (cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi). Also, drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. You may take a short exhilarating Rickshaw ride through the crowded lanes of the Chandni Chowk- the shopping epicenter of Old Delhi. In the afternoon, you will be taken for a tour to visit New Delhi. Drive past Government Buildings and Presidents House, India Gate – The war memorial. We also visit Humayun’s Tomb, also known as the forerunner to Taj Mahal and Qutab Minar, a spectacular example of Indo-Islamic architecture topped by a 234-foot-high tower.

This morning, embark on your drive to Agra, the city of the world famous Taj Mahal. Upon arrival in Agra, check in to your hotel. Your accommodation in Agra is for 01 night in Hotel including breakfast. This afternoon, visit the famous wonder Taj Mahal, this grand edifice was built by Shahjehan from 1631 to 1653 to enshrine the remains of his Queen Mumtaz Mahal. We walk into the inner chambers of this renowned Monument to Love and seek out several vantage points to see the magnificent play of light. It is truly worthy of its status as one of the world wonders. (Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday). Later, visit the sprawling Agra Fort on the bank of the Yamuna River. This immense fort and palace was the seat of power for four generations of Mughal emperors. Agra Fort's architecture is an almost perfect fusion between military might and lavish beauty. Agra Fort, this is built in red sandstone and has magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and beautiful gardens.

Today you will be transferred to Ranthambhore on arrival transfer to the Hotel for check in. Your accommodation in Ranthambore is for 02 nights in Hotel including all main meals. Afternoon is at leisure.

Today early morning, proceed for a Jungle Safari. Situated in eastern Rajasthan where the Aravali Hill ranges and the Vindhyan plateau meet, the Ranthambore National Park was once the hunting preserve of the Maharajas of Jaipur. The rivers Chambal in the South and Banas in the North bound the Ranthambore National Park. The tiger is not the only attraction at Ranthambore; you may as well see several varieties of birds and of course the ubiquitous langur monkey. After three hours of game drive return to the hotel for breakfast. Afternoon enjoy another Jungle safari at National park.

This morning, embark on your drive to Jaipur. On arrival, please check-in at your Hotel. Your accommodation in Jaipur is for 02 nights in Hotel including breakfast. Afternoon is at leisure.

This morning, visit Amber Fort; Perched on a hill 11km from Jaipur and nestling among the Aravali Hills is the historic fort-palace. Set in a picturesque background, the splendid Amber Fort (Jaigarh) was built in 1600 by Raja Man Singh, commander-in-chief of the Mughal army during Akbar’s reign and greatest general of medieval India. There is a timeless appeal to Jaipur’s colorful bazaars where one can shop for Rajasthani handlooms and trinkets. Afternoon set out on a half day city tour visiting Hawa Mahal (photo stop), the Observatory-Jantar Mantar and City Palace. The Hawa Mahal or “Palace of Winds” was built in 1799 to enable the ladies of the royal household to watch street processions while remaining in a strict state of purdah. Between 1727 and 1734 Maharajah Jai Singh II of Jaipur constructed five astronomical observatories in west central India. The observatories or “Jantar Mantars” as they are commonly known, incorporate multiple buildings of unique form, each with a specialized function for astronomical measurement. Conceived and designed by Jai Singh, the City Palace, is a fine blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Chandra Mahal is still the residence of the present royal family.

Today, at an appointed time, you will be collected from your Hotel and transferred to Jaipur Airport to connect your flight to Mumbai. TBA Depart from Jaipur by flight TBA Arrival at Mumbai On arrival in Mumbai, you will be met and transferred to your Hotel for check-in. Your accommodation in Mumbai is for 02 nights at Hotel including breakfast. In the afternoon, enjoy day sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Mumbai is one of India’s most cosmopolitan cities, an ancient port and trading center and of course the celluloid capital of the country! Visit the Prince of Wales Museum, Gateway of India, Gandhi museum and the bustling Dhobi Ghats, where you will see hundreds of men and their families engaged in the family business of hand washing clothes.

This morning, you will be taken for a half day’s excursion to Elephanta Caves on a motor boat. It got its name from the large stone elephant on the shore which now lies in the gardens of Jijamata Udyan. The elephant island was earlier called as the Gharapuri which means the fortress city. The most famous among these caves is the ‘Trimurti’ where the Lord Shiva takes the form of Brahma – the creator, Vishnu – the preserver and Mahesha – the destroyer. There is one main cave with a large number of sculpted panels and is related to the Shaiva Tradition meaning related to Lord Shiva. Afternoon is at leisure.

Today you will be transferred to the Airport for your flight to Cochin TBA Depart from Mumbai by flight TBA Arrive at Cochin On arrival in Cochin, you will be met and transferred to your Hotel for check-in Your accommodation in Cochin is for 02 nights at Hotel including breakfast In the evening enjoy the famous dance drama of Kerala, the Kathakali. This dance can be characterized by grotesque gesticulations, amazing costumes and very extensive make-up. The stories are mostly taken from the epics Mahabharata and Ramayana.

This morning proceed for tour of Cochin, which takes you to the famous Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, the Mattancherry Palace, also known as Dutch Palace; and the Jew town and Jewish Synagogue – the oldest synagogue in the commonwealth and a visit to spice markets. This afternoon, visit Kumbalangi village, a tiny eco-friendly fishing village on the backwaters.

This morning, embark on your drive to Munnar, one of the most popular hill resorts of south India. British rulers called Munnar ‘Switzerland of India' for its natural surroundings and cool climate. The entire area is occupied by thick forests and tea estates. The specialty of Munnar is jungle honey, tea and a rare flower ‘Neela Kurunji’ which blooms once in 12 years. Upon arrival in Munnar, check in to your hotel. Your accommodation in Munnar is for 02 nights in Hotel including breakfast. High up in the Cardamom Hills, the town is surrounded by rolling tea plantations, the highest in the world at 6000ft, and interspersed with planters' bungalows and grand old churches from the Raj era. There are many interesting walks around the plantations and hills. Trek through cardamom forests and landscaped tea shrubs. Take picnics besides scenic waterfalls or hill-tops with panoramic views.

Morning visit Pothamedu, to see the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations of Munnar. Also visit Devikulam, an idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna. Rest of the day is at leisure.

This morning, embark on a scenic drive to Periyar, the wildlife and spice plantation hub of Kerala. Upon arrival in Periyar, check in to your hotel. Your accommodation in Periyar is for 01 night in Hotel including breakfast This afternoon, enjoy a spice plantation tour and learn about the mystery and history of Indian spices. The spice plantations in Kerala are captivating farms to wander in, since different spices are cultivated in different sections of each plantation. While exploring the Kerala spice plantations, you can go for nature walks, bird watching treks, taste the various spices and breathe in the fragrant air.

This morning, at an appointed time you will be transferred to the pier for boarding Kerala rice houseboat. Cruise on the backwaters on the houseboat, gently gliding past the villages touching the banks. Relax on board as the houseboat glides slowly on the back waters, narrow canals where you will be able to see paddy fields, Kerala villages, churches, temples etc. on the sides. During the cruise, you will be able to drop in at some villages to check out the techniques and procedure involved in coir making. Lunch, dinner are served onboard, and you will be spending your night in the middle of the lake. Your accommodation in Kerala Backwaters is for 01 night on Deluxe Houseboat including all meals.

After breakfast on board the houseboat, drive to Kovalam on the way visit Trivanduram Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple. Kovalam was ones the fishing village and now the paradise for beach lovers. Kovalam has 4 main beaches, all within short walking distance from each other; provide visitors with their fill of sun, sea and sand. This is the reason Kovalam has become an international tourist destination for beach lovers in India next to Goa. On arrival in Kovalam, check-in at your Hotel Your accommodation in Kovalam is for 02 nights at Hotel including breakfast Rest of the afternoon is at leisure

Full day is at leisure.

This morning, you will be collected from your Hotel and transferred to Trivandrum airport to board your onward flight TBA Depart from Trivandrum by flight