Golden Triangle and Kerala Backwaters 16-Day Tour

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Why we love it?

The Golden Triangle & Kerala Backwater tour spans 16 days, offering travelers a comprehensive exploration of India's rich cultural heritage and scenic landscapes. Participants will visit iconic destinations such as Agra, home to the Taj Mahal, and the serene backwaters of Alappuzha in Kerala. This tour is well-suited for those seeking a blend of historical landmarks and natural beauty, with included accommodations and guided sightseeing. Distinctively, the journey combines the vibrant cities of northern India with the tranquil waterways of the south, providing a diverse and immersive experience of the country's varied landscapes and traditions.
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Inclusions

  • Breakfast
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • 15 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Boat safari on Pariyar River in Thekkady.
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Government taxes.

Exclusions

  • Any flight ticket.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.

Itinerary

Day 1

  • Arrive Delhi (flight)

  • On arrival at Delhi airport assistance and transfer to hotel. Rest time to relax.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 2

  • Delhi

  • 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.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 3

  • Delhi - Agra (204kms/ 4hrs approx)

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 4

  • Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Abhaneri - Jaipur (245kms/ 5hrs approx)

  • 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.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 5

  • Jaipur

  • 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.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 6

  • Jaipur - Cochin (flight)

  • Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Cochin. On arrival at Cochin airport assistance and transfer to hotel.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 7

  • Cochin

  • 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.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 8

  • Cochin - Munnar (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel, drive to Munnar check in at hotel. Rest me to relax and visit the surrounding with your driver.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 9

  • Munnar

  • Breakfast at hotel full day city tour of Munnar visit Devikulam National Park, tea estate & tea factory.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 10

  • Munnar - Thekkady (110kms/ 2hrs approx)

  • Breakfast at hotel drive to Thekkady check in at hotel. Later spice plantation tour and visit Mangala Devi Temple.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 11

  • Thekkady

  • 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.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 12

  • Thekkady - Alleppey (130kms/ 3hrs approx)

  • Breaakfast at hotel drive to Alleppey. Board a houseboat & enjoy the Backwater cruise. All meals & overnight on board.

  • Overnight on board.

Day 13

  • Alleppey – Kovalam (200kms/ 4hrs approx)

  • After breakfast disembark houseboat and drive to Kovalam check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy for personal activities relax on the beach.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 14

  • Kovalam

  • Breakfast at hotel day free and easy for personal activities & relax on the beach. (Transport not included this day)

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 15

  • Kovalam

  • Breakfast at hotel day free and easy for personal activities & relax on the beach. (Transport not included this day)

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 16

  • Kovalam - Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

    End of our services

Please Note

  • Stroller or pram accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Hotels used or similar Delhi x 2 nights
  • 3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza
  • 4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
  • 5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges Agra x 1 nights
  • 3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj
  • 4* - Radission Hotel/ Crystal Sarovar Premier
  • 5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott Jaipur x 2 nights
  • 3* - Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean
  • 4* - Fortune Select Metropolitan/ Lemon Tree Premier
  • 5* - ITC Rajputana/ Hilton Jaipur Cochin x 2 nights
  • 3* - The Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza
  • 4* - Casino Hotel/ The Avenue Regent
  • 5* - Xandari Harbour/ Le Meridien Munnar x 2 nights
  • 3* - Fort Munnar/ Abad Copper Castle
  • 4* - Nature Zone Jungle Resort/ Fragrant Nature Munnar
  • 5* - Chandys Windy Woods/ Tea County Pariyar (Thekkady) x 2 night
  • 3* - Abad Green Forest/ Hotel Treetop
  • 4* - The Elephant Court/ Cardamom County
  • 5* - Spice village/ Cardamom County Alleppey x 1 night
  • 3* - ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats
  • 4* - ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats
  • 5* - Xandari Riverscapes/ Lakes & Lagoons/ Spice Route Premium Kovalam x 3 nights
  • 3* - Harmonia Beach Resort/ Sagara Beach Resort
  • 4* - Estuary Island Resort/Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel
  • 5* - Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove/ The Leela Kovalam Beach

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start

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