Golden Triangle and Kerala Backwater (16 Days)

Golden Triangle and Kerala Backwater (16 Days)

The famous Golden triangle is combined with Backwater of Kerala. Three most popular tourist destinations Delhi, Agra & Jaipur provide you a slice of British, Rajputana and Mughal royalty. While in Kerala you will witness the unparalleled natural, historical and heritage charm of the South India. This tour will take you to rich historical sights of Cochin, to aromatic tea estate in Munnar. Encounter with exotic wildlife in Periyar, cruise on backwaters of Alleppey and relax on the beaches of Kovalam.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Delhi (flight)

Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport assistance and transfer to hotel. Rest time to relax.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Delhi

Stop At: Red Fort, Netaji Subhash Marg, New Delhi 110002 India
Breakfast at hotel proceed for full day combined city tour of Old & New Delhi.
In Old Delhi visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid & rickshaw ride in Chandni chowk. In New Delhi visit Humayun tomb, Qutab Minar, Lotus Temple & drive past thru VVIP area of Rajpath which includes president house, parliament & India Gate.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Delhi - Agra (204kms/ 4hrs approx)

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Taj Mahal: One of the Seven Wonder of the World was build by Shah Jahan in 1631 AD and was completed in 1651. This symbol of love was build in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Build by the famed Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Construction of the massive red sandstone Agra Fort on the bank of the Yamuna River was begun by Emperor Akbar in 1565, though additions were made up until the rule of his grandson, Shah Jahan region it has partially become Palace.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Itmad-ud-Daula, Moti Bagh, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282006, India
Built between 1622 and 1628 by Empress Nur Jahan for her father, boasts of marble trellis work and inlaid with-precious stones, this mausoleum on the opposite bank of the Yamuna from the Taj, exhibits a strong Persian influence.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Abhaneri - Jaipur (245kms/ 5hrs approx)

Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
Breakfast at hotel drive to Jaipur via visiting Fatehpur Sikri & Abhaneri village famous for step well and a Hindu temple. Arrive Jaipur check in at hotel. Rest time free for visiting the colorful market with your driver.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Jaipur

Stop At: Jaigarh Fort, Cheel ka Teela, Jaipur 302013 India
Breakfast at hotel full city tour of Jaipur visiting Amber fort and Jeep ride, Jaigarh Fort, city palace & museum, observatory, Palace of winds, Birla temple and local market.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 6: Jaipur - Cochin (flight)

Pass By: Kochi (Cochin), Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Cochin. On arrival at Cochin airport assistance and transfer to hotel.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 7: Cochin

Stop At: Mattancherry, Kochi (Cochin) India
Breakfast at hotel full day city tour of Cochin. Visit Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Fort Kochi, St. Francis Church & Chinese Fishing Nets etc. Evening Kathakali dance show.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Cochin - Munnar (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

Stop At: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel, drive to Munnar check in at hotel. Rest me to relax and visit the surrounding with your driver.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Munnar

Stop At: Devikulam, Devikulam, Idukki District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel full day city tour of Munnar visit Devikulam Naonal Park, tea estate & tea factory.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Munnar - Thekkady (110kms/ 2hrs approx)

Stop At: Thekkady, Thekkady, Idukki District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel drive to Thekkady check in at hotel. Later spice plantation tour and visit Mangala Devi Temple.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Thekkady

Stop At: Periyar National Park, Banks Of Artificial Periyar Lake, Thekkady India
Breakfast at hotel boat safari to visit the Periyar national park. Although a tiger reserve, the star of the show in Periyar is the herd of elephants that descend down to the lake. Other intriguing and rare species of animals dwelling in the sanctuary include the Sambar Deer, Nilgiri Tahr, Wild Pigs, Nilgiri Langur, the highly endangered Lion-Tailed Macaque, Small Travancore Flying Squirrel, Stripe-Necked Mongoose, Nilgiri Marten and many more.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Thekkady - Alleppey (130kms/ 3hrs approx)

Stop At: Alleppey Backwaters, Alappuzha India
Breaakfast at hotel drive to Alleppey. Board a houseboat & enjoy the Backwater cruise. All meals & overnight on board.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight on board.

Day 13: Alleppey – Kovalam (200kms/ 4hrs approx)

Pass By: Kovalam, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala
After breakfast disembark houseboat and drive to Kovalam check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy for personal activities relax on the beach.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 14: Kovalam

Stop At: Kovalam Beach, Kovalam India
Breakfast at hotel day free and easy for personal activities & relax on the beach.(Transport not included this day)
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Kovalam

Stop At: Kovalam Beach, Kovalam India
Breakfast at hotel day free and easy for personal activities & relax on the beach.(Transport not included this day)
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 16: Kovalam - Departure

Pass By: Kovalam, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
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Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.