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Golden Triangle with Goa, Hampi & Kerala Backwater

  

General information

DurationDestinationDeparture
18 days and 17 nights
India (New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Goa, Badami, Hampi, Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey)
India (New Delhi)

Description

Experience a taste of India on this outstanding tour of the country most fabled sights. Explore the Golden Triangle that combines the country capital city Delhi to the wondrous sites of the Mughal capital of Agra, the legendary Fatehpur Sikri, and the Pink City of Jaipur. Then fly to Goa & unwind yourself on the renowned endless beaches. Visit intrinsically Hindu collection of temples at Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal & Hampi to see some of India's most intricate historical stone carvings. Next fly to Cochin & witness the unparalleled natural, historical and heritage charm of Kerala while visiting Cochin, Munnar & Thekkady & cruising on backwaters in Alleppey.
Experience a taste of India on this outstanding tour of the country most fabled sights. Explore the Golden Triangle that combines the country capital city Delhi to the wondrous sites of the Mughal capital of Agra, the legendary Fatehpur Sikri, and the Pink City of Jaipur. Then fly to Goa & unwind yourself on the renowned endless beaches. Visit intrinsically Hindu collection of temples at Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal & Hampi to see some of India's most intricate historical stone carvings. Next fly to Cochin & witness the unparalleled natural, historical and heritage charm of Kerala while visiting Cochin, Munnar & Thekkady & cruising on backwaters in Alleppey. 

Category

 
3 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 3 Stars
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4 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 4 Stars
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5 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 5 Stars
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Program

Day 1:
Arrive Delhi
Arrival transfer to hotel (check in/out time 12pm). Rest time for personal activities.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 2:
Delhi
Visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market on cycle Rickshaw, Raj Gath, Humayun Tomb, Qutab Minar & Lotus Temple. Also drive pass President House, Parliament & India Gate.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 3:
Delhi - Agra (210kms)
Drive to Agra check in at hotel. Visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Baby Taj.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 4:
Agra - Jaipur (245kms)
Drive to Jaipur via visiting Fatehpur Sikri & Abhaneri step wells. Drive to Jaipur check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 5:
Jaipur
Visit Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Sisodia Rani Garden, City Palace, Observatory, Hawa Mahal & Birla temple. Further explore local market of Pink City.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 6:
Jaipur - Goa
Transfer to airport to board flight for Goa. On arrival transfer to resort. Rest time free to relax.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 7:
Goa
Visit Old Goa Churches, Aguada Fort, Portuguese lighthouse, Mangueshi & Shanta Durga Temple & Margao town. Drive Pass charming beaches of Calangute, Dona Paula, Miramar & Baga.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 8:
Goa - Badami (184kms)
Drive to Badami check in at hotel. Rest time free to relax.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 9:
Badami
Excursion to visit Aihole home to over 125 Chalukyan temples & Pattadakal a treasure trove of Hindu & Jain temples. Also visit Badami Fort, cave & Lake.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 10:
Badami - Hampi (180kms)
Drive to Hampi via visiting few active & ruined temples in Gadag & Lakkundi. Arrive Hampi check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 11:
Hampi
Explore Hampi an UNESCO world Heritage sites dotted with numerous ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 12:
Hampi - Hubli (170kms)/ Cochin
Transfer to Hubli airport to board flight for Cochin. On arrival transfer hotel check in at hotel. Visit Fort Cochin, St. Frances Church, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace & Chinese fishing nets. Evening watch Kathakali Dance.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 13:
Cochin - Munnar (130kms)
Drive to Munnar, check in at hotel. Later tea estate visit & tea testing.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 14:
Munnar
Visit Pothamedu, Mattupetty dam, Rajamala hill, Eravikulam National Park, Mattupedi Dairy Farm, Echo Point & Tea Museum.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 15:
Munnar - Thekkady (110kms)
Drive to Thekkady via Ramakkalmedu the windiest places in Asia. Evening watch Martial Arts & Kathakali Dance show.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 16:
Thekkady
Explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary on boat safari followed by spice plantation tour. Drive to Kumarakom check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 17:
Thekkady - Alleppey (130kms)
Transfer to Alleppey boat jetty to board houseboat & sail through the tropical countryside enchanting backwaters.
Overnight in houseboat.Meal plan: B,L,D.

Day 18:
Alleppey - Cochin (60kms)
Departure transfer to Cochin airport.
Meal plan: B.

Price includes

• Assistance on arrival at airport.
• 17 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
• Meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
• Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
• English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
• Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
• 1-Time shared boat safari in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary with forest department naturalist.
• Bottled drinking water in car.
• Government taxes.

Price does not include

• Jaipur - Goa & Hubli - Cochin flight.
• Camera charges at monuments.
• Meals other than mentioned in day plan.
• Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
• Gratuities & optional activities.
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Itinerary

Day Overnight Itinerary highlights
1 5 StarsNew Delhi   New Delhi - Delhi Airport or your hotel in the city
2 5 StarsNew Delhi
3 5 StarsAgra
4 5 StarsJaipur
5 5 StarsJaipur
6 5 StarsGoa
7 5 StarsGoa
8 5 StarsBadami
9 5 StarsBadami
10 5 StarsHampi
11 5 StarsHampi
12 5 StarsKochi
13 5 StarsMunnar
14 5 StarsMunnar
15 5 StarsThekkady
16 5 StarsThekkady
17 5 StarsAlleppey
18   Kochi

Accommodations provided in each place

Place3 star hotels4 star hotels5 star hotels
New DelhiMadhuban Hotel/ Emarald Hotel or similarThe Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket or similarLe Meridien/ The Claridges or similar
AgraHoward Plaza the Fern/ Amar Hotel or similarRadisson Hotel/ Holiday Inn or similarCourtyard by Marriott/ Trident Hotel or similar
JaipurRedfox Hotel/ Park Ocean or similarHoliday Inn City Centre/ Lemon Tree Premier or similarITC Rajputana/ Trident Hotel or similar
GoaSo My Resort/ Lambana Resort or similarLemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The Chances Resort & Casino or similarAlila Diwa Goa/ Radisson Blu Resort or similar
BadamiBadami Court or similarKrishna Heritage or similar
HampiMalligi Hotel/ Krishna Palace or similarHeritage Resort / Royal Orchid Central Keerti or similarHyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders or similar
KochiThe Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza or similarCasino Hotel/ Le Maritime or similarXandari Harbour/ Le Meridien or similar
MunnarFort Munnar/ Abad Copper Castle or similarNature Zone Jungle Resort/ Fragrant Nature Munnar or similarChandys Windy Woods/ Tea County or similar
ThekkadyAbad Green Forest/ Hotel Treetop or similarThe Elephant Court/ Cardamom County or similarSpice Village/ Carmelia Haven Resort or similar
AlleppeyDeluxe Houseboat (ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats) or similarPreminum Houseboat (Abad Premium Houseboats/ Rainbow Premium Houseboats) or similarLuxury Houseboat (Xandari Riverscapes/ Lakes & Lagoons) or similar