Golden Triangle Tour – 10 Nights / 11 Days

Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days

Destination Covered: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi- Cochin – Kumarakom- Houseboat- Kovalam

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi

Arrive Delhi. Meeting and assistance on arrival. Half day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Raj Ghat. Drive past Jama Masjid, Red Fort & India Gate (War Memorial Arch). Also drive past President’s House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping centre. Overnight in Delhi.

Day 02 : Delhi – Agra (220 kms , 05 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast, proceed for Agra. Arrive Agra early afternoon and check in to hotel. Evening free to explore the famous market of Agra. Overnight Agra.

Day 03 : Agra-Jaipur (265 kms, 05hrs)

Morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. Also visit the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daullah built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. Afternoon drive to Jaipur enroute Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri is 40 kms from Agra and built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces. Arrive Jaipur and check in to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 04 : Jaipur

Morning visit Amber Fort. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors. Afternoon continue with Jaipur sightseeing, visit Maharaja’s City Palace & the Observatory. Drive past Hawa Mahal & through the pink rose residential & business areas. Overnight Jaipur.

Day 05 : Jaipur-Delhi (265 kms, 05hrs)

Relaxed morning, check out from the hotel and drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and check in to hotel. Evening time free to relax, you can also visit the main shopping areas of Delhi. Overnight stay at Delhi.

Day 06 : Delhi- Cochin (By Air)

After breakfast in the morning proceed to Delhi airport to catch flight to Cochin. Arrive Cochin & transfer to hotel. Start a city tour covering Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Basilica, Chinese Fishing nets, Dutch Palace and Antique shops. Evening visit Cherai beach and overnight stay at Cochin. Overnight Cochin.

Day 07 : Cochin - Kumarakom (62 kms, 01.5 hrs)

After breakfast in the morning drive to Kumarakom .Check in to the hotel. Afternoon proceeds for local sightseeing in and around Kumarakom – a tiny backwater hamlet perched on the western banks of the Vembanadu Lake. The stretch of backwater is spread over 900 sq. km. Choose a canoe, motor boat or a houseboat and devour the beauty of this backwater paradise at its best. Overnight stay is arranged in Kumarakom.

Day 08 : Kumarakom-Alleppy

After a refreshing breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey. Set out on an enchanting overnight backwater cruise in traditionally decorated houseboats. Check in time is 01:00 PM. While cruising in these floating luxury-villas, let your eyes settle for the rare and the unusual – skim past Chinese fishing nets, bowed-down paddy fields, and local inhabitants engaged in making coir products, rustic homes, and ancient temples and swaying coconut groves. Overnight stay in the houseboat.

Day 09 : Alleppey – Kovalam (159 kms, 02.5 hrs)

After a refreshing breakfast served onboard, check out from the houseboat and drive to Kovalam. On arrival check-in into hotel. Kovalam is one of the prime beach destinations in India. Enjoy the evening watching a spectacular sunset or swimming at the picturesque Kovalam Beach. Overnight is to be spent at hotel.

Day 10 : Kovalam

Full day at leisure at Kovalam. Spend the day in the sandy beaches of Kovalam flanked by coconut groves on one side and Arabian Sea on the other. Alternatively one can take the same day excursion tour to Kanyakumari. Overnight at Kovalam

Day 11 : Departure

After breakfast, proceed to the airport for your onward destination.

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PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:

• Accommodation in standard room at the mentioned hotels or similar.

• All transfers and sightseeing by AC commercial Vehicle (AC to remain switched off on hills).

• Meal Plan as mentioned below.

• Drivers allowance, toll /parking charges, state taxes.

• All applicable taxes.

PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS:

• Any other not specified in the inclusions.

• Any entry fees to monuments, parks, museum & joy rides.

• Any guide /escort charges.

• Air fare / rail fare, porter charges, laundry, tips or any personal expenses.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Rates valid till 30th September 2013. (Rates not valid in few dates during Xmas & New Year)
No bookings done, only rates quoted.
Rooms/ seats are subject to availability at the time of booking
The above rates do not include any other services other than mentioned above
Cancellation policy will be applicable according to the hotels policy and Airlines policy
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