After arriving at Delhi, you will be received and driven straight to
hotel. Night stay at Delhi.
Delhi - Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for day tour of Old & New Delhi.
We will go for sightseeing tour of Old
Delhi that includes visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where
Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India
and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul
Empire.
A cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.
An elaborate sightseeing tour of New
Delhi that includes a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a
drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath. Other attractions that are
part of the tour are the imposing India Gate, the grand Parliament
House, the President's Residence and the tour ends with a drive through
the diplomatic enclave.
Evening will be at leisure. Overnight Delhi.
Delhi - Agra - By road covering 201 km in 4hr.
Proceed by roadways for Agra after breakfast.
ENROUTE VISIT
SIKANDRA.
Reach Agra and check into hotel.
Agra was established by Badal Singh in 1475. Agra also known as the
city of Taj, finds mention in the Mahabharat as Agraban. This city was
considered as the sister city of Mathura in those days, which was more
prominent than Agraban. Agra situated near river Yamuna was chosen as
the capital city by the Lodhi Kings. Sikander Lodhi made Agra his
capital but Babar defeated the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also
laid the foundation of the Mughal empire.
As Baber arrived here, the golden era of Agra started and it attained
zenith during the reign of Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan. It was during
Akbar's period that Agra became the center of art, culture and commerce
and learning. This trend achieved its peak when Shah Jahan became the
ruler.
From mid 16th century to earlier 17th century, Agra witnessed a frantic
building activity and it was during this time when the symbol of love
Taj Mahal was built. Mughals build high quality and contemporary style
buildings during this era. The same is still reflected in whatever
monuments remain in Agra. The narrow lanes of Agra filled with aroma of
Mughlai cuisine, the craftsman who are busy in crating master pieces
with their skill all remind of the Mughal royalty which this city had
once experienced. Today the remains left in Agra have become a major
tourist attractions, attracting innumerable tourists to this major
tourist destination of India.
Now move further for sightseeing.
Visit the
TAJ MAHAL - its construction started by
1631 AD and ended by 1651 AD. It was built by Shah Jahan and is known as
one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Taj Mahal is popularly known as
the symbol of Love and was built in the memory of Mumtaz Mahal (Shah
Jahan' s second Wife).
AGRA FORT - Agra fort was built by the famed Mughal
emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone.
Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major
tourist attraction.
In the evening drive back to Delhi and spend the night at Delhi.
Day 04 : Delhi - Trivandrum
In the morning move to domestic airport to catch flight for Trivandrum.
Arrive at Trivandrum from your home country. You will be welcomed with a
Garland, assistance will be provided and then you will be taken to
pre-booked hotel in Kovalam. Rest of the day is free to relax on
beautiful beach and stay overnight at hotel.
Day 05 : Kovalam
Kovalam is a beach paradise with infinite blue of the Arabian Sea and
miles of fine golden sand washed by a surf which kisses the foot of
palms trees. Kovalam is a sheltered natural bay, where you can sunbath
on the silver palm groves. The day is free to spend at leisure on the
beach. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 06 : Kovalam To Varkala
In the morning after breakfast drive to Varkala (about 60kms/02hrs) and
check into the hotel. In the afternoon visit the beach, having high
reddish cliffs. It is an excellent place to unwind, since the sea here
is very alluring. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 07 : Varkala To Alleppey
After having breakfast in the morning drive to Alleppey (about
170kms/04hrs), board on a houseboat from the finishing point. Jetty
cruise from Alleppey, intricate maze and backwaters, canals and bridges
make Alleppy, the Venice of East. Stay overnight at a houseboat.
Day 08 : Alleppey To Cochin
In the morning after breakfast set down from the houseboat and drive to
Cochin (about 65kms/02hrs)where you will check into the hotel. In the
afternoon we will visit the Mattancherry Palace also called the Dutch
Palace, The Clock Tower, The Synagogue built in the 18th century and the
St.Francis Church, where Vasco da Gama was buried in 1524. In the
evening move to Fort Kochi Beach and spend some hours in exploring the
huge Chinese Fishing Nets and also enjoy watching sunset. Stay overnight
at hotel.
Day 09 : Cochin To Lakshadweep
In the morning after breakfast move to airport to board flight to
Agatti (The Flight is operating 06 days in a week except Sunday). When
arrived, move to Bangaram Island by boat and stay overnight at hotel
Bangaram Island Resort.
Day 10 : Bangaram
Among all the 36 islands, Bangaram is the most beautiful. It has
everything, a tropical island should have. The soft, white sand and the
exotic natural beauty that is unmatched makes it one of the most
exclusive tropical islands in the world.
This island is small, natural and very simple. One can walk around it
in an hour or so. It is circled by superb, soft, silvery sands with an
interior of lush green coconut groves, it is a delight to view this
beach. The island is bounded by a coral reef, which forms a large
sheltered lagoon, the most fantastic shade of luminous turquoise, which
also encloses three small uninhabited islands. The day is free for
leisure. Spend the night at hotel.
Day 11 : Bangaram
The day is free for leisure. Night stay at hotel.
Day 12 : Bangaram To Cochin
In the morning after breakfast move to Agatti by boat and board flight
to Cochin from Agatti airport. When arrived, move to hotel. Relax for
the day and stay overnight at hotel.
Day 13 : Cochin
In the morning after breakfast drive to Cochin international airport to
board flight to your home country.