Enchanting India Tour |
Day 01 Delhi:
On arrival at the Delhi airport/railway station you will be escorted by our tour representative. Delhi the capital and the third largest, state of India. The city stands at the west bank of the Yamuna River at the narrowest point between the Aravali hills and the Himalayas. This bustling city has a blend of the old and the new, the oriental and the western, the quiet and the congested. ‘Delhi’ the name brings the images of not just a city, it also spells splendour. It is a place where history is elegantly preserved by modernity. Check in hotel and later on move out for the local tour. Delhi consists of two parts mainly Old Delhi and New Delhi. Visit the most interesting places like the Red Fort – Shah Jahan’s elegant citadel constructed of red sandstone, Lahori Gate – the main gate to the fort facing towards Lahore, Jama Masjid – the largest mosque in India, India Gate – a war memorial, Lakshmi Narayana Temple, Connaught Palace – the business and tourist center, Jantar Mantar, Rashtrapati Bhavan – official resident of the President of India, National Museum, Qutb Minar complex, etc. Later in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 02 Delhi – Shimla:
Morning after breakfast, enjoy the drive to the sprawling township of Shimla. It is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and is one of the famous hill-resort. Shimla was earlier the summer capital of the British in India which later became a famous tourist destination. Shimla is considered to be the ‘Queen of the Hills’. It was once the part of the Nepali Kingdom and was called as Shyamala, another name for the goddess Kali. The cool climate and the beauty of nature attracts a large number of tourist throughout the year. This is the enchantment of nature’s generous bounty. On reaching Shimla check in hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 03 Shimla – Kufri – Shimla:
Morning after breakfast, drive out for a day’s excursion to Kufri which is just 16 kms away. It is a little hamlet well known as the best ski-resort in the state. It is situated at an altitude of 2500 metres high. A sparkling winter sport or the annual carnival is held every year in the month of February, which attracts a large number of tourists. One can enjoy the view of the snow clad ranges of the Himalayas. Spend the day at Kufri and late in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 04 Shimla:
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour of Shimla. Visit the famous tourist destinations like the Himachal State Museum and Library, Christ Church – the second oldest church in Northern India, The Glen – the former playgrounds of the British, Annandale, The Mall – the main shopping area, Viceregal Lodge also known as the Rashtrapati Niwas, Jhaku Hill – Shimla’s highest point, summer Hill, Chadwick Falls, etc. Late in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 05 Shimla – Kullu – Manali:
Morning after breakfast, drive out to Manali via Kullu originally called as Kulanthapitha which means end of habitable world. The charming Kullu valley – the adobe of the gods is full of picturesque spots. The lush fields and orchards of cherry, plum and apple line welcomes the visitors to Kullu valley. Kullu is famous for its fairs, festivals, temples and delightful long walks. The week long Dussehra celebrations which is held here is the main attraction. Visit the famous pagoda like Bijli Mahadev Temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Basheshar Mahadev temple, the Vaishno Devi Temple and the Jagannath Devi Temple. Later on proceed to Manali. It lays in the snowcapped step pinnacles, cascading streams, pione and cedar woods. It is the gateway to the Rohtang Pass which is the twin valleys of Lahaul and Spiti. On reaching Manali check in hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure at the hotel.
Day 06 Manali:
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour of this beautiful city which is well known for trekking and mountaineering. There are marvelous walks through dappled orchards and fairy tale forests of deodar. The city got its name after Manu, the Law Giver who arrived here by boat when fleeing from a great flood. Visit the Rohtang Pass which is just 51 kms away from Manali. It is one of the best tourist destinations around Manali. The snow clad mountain ranges attracts the tourist from all over. One can view the panoramic mountain ranges, the ridges, huge glaciers and deep ravines. Spend most of your time in this beautiful place. Late in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 07 Manali:
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour of the city. Visit the famous tourist places like Old Manali, Arjuna Gufa, Rahalla Falls – one of the famous falls here, Hadimba Devi temple, etc. Late in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 08 Manali – Dharmashala:
Morning after breakfast, drive to Dharmashala which is the main hill station in the Kangra Valley. It is surrounded by forests of chir pine, rhododendron and Himalayan oak. The scenic beauty, lush terraces, wooded hills, manicured tea gardens and sparkling streams attracts the tourists. Dharmashala is built on a spur of the Dhauladhar – ‘the white mountains’. It is the best place for studies and research in Tibetan Buddhism, art and culture. Dharmashala is divided into two different parts. The upper part consists of suburbs and the lower part is a busy commercial area. On reaching Dharmashala check in hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure or shopping.
Day 09 Dharmashala:
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour of the city. Visit the St. John’s Church, Bhagsu – a small village with spring, waterfall and an ancient temple, Dal Lake, Daramkot – nearby picnic spot, Kangra Art Museum, Chinmaya Jopovan trust – the ashram complex, Aganjar Mahadev Temple, Chamunda Devi Temple, Kunal Point – a rock temple, Triund, Naddi, etc. Late in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 10 Dharmashala – Dalhousie:
Morning after breakfast, drive to Dalhousie which is around 550 kms from Delhi. It is a pleasant hill resort in North India and is rightly been called as ‘The Healthy Farm of India’. It lays on the five hill slopes of the Dhauladhar range and was found by Lord Dalhousie. Its scenic beauty, quiet atmosphere, bracing environs, pleasant walks, bright and clear sunshine attracts the tourist from all over the globe. Dalhousie is the gateway to Chamba. Rabindranath Tagore wrote his first poem here. On reaching Dalhousie check in hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 11 Dalhousie:
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour of this beautiful city. Visit Gandhi Chowk, Satdhara popularly known as the seven springs, Panjpulla – the five bridges, Bakrota Hills, Kalatope, Bara Pathar, Dhanikund – the highest peak offering beautiful scenic beauty, etc. Late in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 12 Dalhousie – Amritsar:
Morning after breakfast, drive to Amritsar. On arrival check in hotel and relax for sometime in the hotel. Later in the evening Wagah Border to watch Border Retreat Ceremony The pageant of the beating of the retreat and the change of guard within handshaking distance of the Indian and Pakistani forces here makes the most charming of the spectacles as a daily evening drill. Ascertain the timings before you leave to see this spectacle since these are changed seasonally.Wagha is the only land border open between Pakistan and India. Later on return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 13 Amritsar –Delhi
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour. Visit visit r to hotel. Later sight-seeing of Amritsar including the Golden Temple, Jalianwala Bagh, Durgiana Mandir, Baba Atal Rai Tower, etc. later drive to Delhi. On reaching Delhi check in hotel and spend the rest of the day shopping or at leisure at the hotel.
Day 14 Delhi – Agra:
Morning after breakfast, the drive to Agra. Agra the royal seat and the capital of the yesteryears, the city of Mughal splendour is only 200 kms away from Delhi. Agra is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World the ‘Taj Mahal’ it is the symbol of love. The architectural wealth at Agra has secured its place on the international map. On reaching Agra check in hotel later move out for the local tour of Agra. Visit Taj Mahal – the world’s most famous symbol of love which stands on the banks of the river Yamuna, the Agra Fort, Moti Masjid also called as the Pearl Mosque, Jahangir’s Palace – the private residence inside the fort, Panch Mahal – the five storied palace and other places. Later in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 15 – Agra – Fatepur Sikri – Jaipur
Morning after breakfast, drive to Jaipur via Fatepur Sikri. The imperial Fatepur Sikri is the ghost and the deserted city haunted by the memories of a golden past. It was the capital of the Mughal Empire during the reign of Emperor Akbar. The walls, palaces, baths, royal mint courts and the garden here still stand splendid in honour of the great visionary emperor. Spend some time at this beautiful place and later on continue your drive to the Jaipur. It is popularly referred as the Pink City and is one of the finest planned cities of India. The city of Jaipur becomes more enchanting at sunset when its reddish sandstone buildings get immersed in a magical glow. On reaching Jaipur check in hotel and spend the rest of the day at the hotel.
Day 16 – Jaipur
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour of Jaipur. Visit the City Palace – a fine synthesis of traditional rajasthani and Mughal art and architecture, Jantar Mantar – the observatory, Hawa Mahal or also called as the palace of the winds – the highlight of Jaipur, the central museum, Birla Planetarium and others. Later in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 17 – Jaipur - Goa:
Morning after breakfast, drive to Jaipur airport to board your flight to Goa. On arrival Goa airport, meet our tour representative who will escort you to the cab to be driven to the hotel. Goa popularly called as the Pearl of India. It is a unique and vastly different from the rest of India. The swaying palms, miles of golden sun and sands, lush abundant greenery and mangrove forests, blue skies and pale hills, etc makes Goa to be one of the unique destinations in India. The charm lies essentially in the fact that it’s possible for every tourist to find exactly what he is looking for in this little haven. It is famous for its beaches and is also famous for its historic churches and temples. The unique culture of Hindus, Christian, Muslim and Portuguese makes it’s a fascinating place. On reaching Goa check in resort and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 18 North Goa:
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour of North Goa. Visit Panjim – the capital of Goa, Sri Vital Mandir, Sri Kamakshi Saunsthan Shiroda, Dona beach, Baga beach, Old Goa Church, St. Cajetan church, Tower of St. Augustine, St. Francis Church, Sri Bhagavati Temple, Anjuna beach and Anjuna Flea market, Calangute beach, etc. Late in the evening return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 19 South Goa:
Morning after breakfast, drive out for the local tour of South Goa. Visit Colva beach, Bogmalo beach, Santa Durga temple, Vasco-da-gama popularly called as Vasco, the church of holy spirit, Sri Navdurga Saunsthan, Sri Damodar temple, Loutulim, etc. Later on return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 20 Goa – Cochin:
Morning after breakfast, drive to Goa airport to board your flight to Cochin. On arrival at Cochin airport, meet our tour representative who will escort you to the cab to be driven to the hotel. Check in hotel and later on drive out for a local tour of Cochin .Cochin has a magnificent natural harbor almost in the center of the city. Cochin is also called as Kochi it has long been a magnet for traders its architecture shows influences of each Successive arrival from Portuguese to the Dutch to the British the main attraction of Cochin which you will covering in the local tour is Chinese fishing nets, Fort Kochi, St Francis’s Church, Santa Cruz Cathedral, Mattancherri Palace,Willington Island etc and over night stay at Cochin Hotel.
Day 21 Cochin – Kumarakom:
This morning after breakfast drive to Kumarakom .It is 16km from Kottayam a famous town of Kerala .On arrival Kumarakom check in Backwater resort and then proceed for a local tour of Kumarakom .Kumarakom lies on the eastern shore of Vembanad Lake .Kumarakom is a popular holiday destination .The Lake shore around Kumarakom has been turned in to a bird sanctuary which can be explored on foot .This lake provides boating ,fishing and sight seeing experience Kumarakom tourist village offers House boat Cruises which one of the main attraction of Kerala .
Day 22 Kumarakom – Alleppey ( Backwater Cruise in a House boat ):
This Morning after breakfast get ready for an unimaginable and unforgettable experience of Kerala Backwater’s which is called as Jewel’s of Kerala .Yes you are right to day you will be boarding a House boat for 24 hrs backwater cruise first let me explain the special feature’s of a House boat .House Boat was called as Kettuvallam long back this boats were used to transport rice and Coir around the backwaters now this has become the main attraction of Kerala each houseboat is of excellent construction and luxurious furnishing with exquisite flooring, hull and valavara (canopy). They are in top cruise worthy condition. With a sun deck, spacious living / dining area. with attached toilets. Houseboat is usually manned by a crew, comprising a cook, a guide and oarsman. While aboard you can avail similar facilities offered in a star hotel. All meals will be served inside the house boat dinning hall by afternoon 12.00pm board the house boat for a backwater cruise covering Kumarakom and Alleppey backwaters and over night stay at house boat.
Day 23 Alleppey:
This morning by 9.00am house boat will reach Alleppey an another important backwater destination of Kerala and also called as rice bowel of Kerala have breakfast at house boat check out and transfer to Alleppey resort afternoon proceed for a tour of Alleppey .Alleppey is also called as Alappuzha and it is just 64kms from Cochin .Alleppey is famous for boat race visit Punnamada Lake ,Alappuzha beach,Kuttanadu etc and over night stay at resort.
Day 24 Kovalam – Varkala:
This morning after breakfast drive to Varkala .Varakala is an important seaside resort and spa as well as an important hindu centre of Pilgrimage on arrival check in beach resort afternoon visit Papanasam Beach, Sree Janardhana Swamy Temple, Sivagiri MuttSivagiri Mutt etc and over night stay at beach resort
Day 25 Varkala – Kovalam:
This morning after breakfast at resort check out and drive to Kovalam Kovalam is just 16 kms from Trivanduram.Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach resort and has been a favorite hunt of the beach lovers since the 1930s on arrival check in beach resort rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy water spots or you can take a Ayurvedic massage and Sun bath and over night stay at resort.
Day 26 Kovalam:
This morning have breakfast at resort later move out for a local tour of Kovalam and Trivanduram. Kovalam has 4 main beaches namely Ashok Beach, Samudra beach ,Eve’s beach , Light house beach 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 a international tourist destination for beach lovers in India next to Goa Kovalam has the credit to attract more inbound foreigners who visit India In the month of December and January afternoon visit Trivanduram it is the capital city of Kerala the main attractions of the city are Padmanabha Swamy temple, Kuthiramalika palace and Museum, Attukal Devi temple ,Shankhumugam beach ,Napier museum etc evening return back to resort and over night stay.
Day 27 Kovalam – Trivanduram:
Morning after breakfast at resort rest of the day is at leisure evening transfer to Trivanduram airport /railway station and proceed towards onward destination.
