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Thekkady >>
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HEART
& SOUL OF INDIA.
If India has been on your mind from a long time then here is
the right opportunity to experience the wide lengths of Motherland
India,witness the Imperial Cities, Golden Temple. The journey
through North South West of India with a distinctive advantage
of a well planned Complete Indian Holiday.
Best
Time Oct to March ( Operates round the year)
Introduction - The Tour begins on arrival in the Capital city
of Delhi and proceeds to the well known destinations of India
in this trip you are experiencing a visit to Rajasthan that
is ideally known as the Heritage paradise as it show cases variety
of cultures that exist from the times when the Kings ruled India,
you will be happy to see the different arts and craftsman ship
of the skilled workers who have created the most amazing Palaces
Forts. The Tour proceed on to Taj Mahal in Agra, later we will
take the route to the interiors of North and a visit to Chandigarh
that is the first well planned city of India with spacious roads
and very tasty Restaurants for Indian delicacies further we
visit to Amritsar the capital of Punjab is known for the Changing
of Gards on the border, Rich Farmers, the Classic Golden temple
and fine Historical city.Ahmedabad the most popular city of
Gujarat known for its handicraft and women garments a flight
will take you to Hydreabad the upcoming Silicon valley and also
boasts of Heritage sites, our visit to Banglore the already
developed Silicon valley where most of Software giants have
established their Indian base in this city called Banglore.
The beautiful gardens of Banglore are great sight for photography.Mysore.
The palace and garden city. To add to your excitement we now
proceed to Kerala in this state of India you will experience
every thing from Beaches, Backwaters, Hills and Wild Life.Goa
to many it's a different country the only place where you can
be yourself. Discover Goa the way you like exploring the Flea
markets, Beaches, Water Sports and space for your self to enjoy
your time doing what you like Mumbai, the commercial capital
your last stop on this trip.
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01: Arrive Delhi
by Flight + Guided Tour |
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| Arrive
Delhi and meet our representative at the arrival hall
in the morning at the Airport Hotel Check in from 12 pm
Mid Day. In the afternoon proceed on a tour of the capital
city. The important places in Old Delhi includes the majestic
Red Fort, the historical Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid, Raj
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Shanti Vana. In New
Delhi visit the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the one-time imperial residence
of the British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised in
honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war;drive
past Rashtrapati Bhavan, the Laxminarayan Temple, built by the
Birlas, one of India's leading industrial families; Qutab Minar,
built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; and the lotus-shaped
Baha'i Temple.
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02: Delhi to
Jaipur Transfer 4 Hrs drive & Guided Tour |
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drive to the Pink city of Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur and check
- in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur including,
City Palace in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend
of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Not far away is
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jewellery, costumes,
brassware, and pottery. Another monument near the City Palace,
Jantar Mantar, is the largest of the five observatories built
by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds was
constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions
without being seen. Evening Free Time for own activities.
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03: Jaipur Local
Guided Tour |
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past is never too far from hand. The city of victory,
Jaipur presides over the fascinating desert state and
its people: surrounded by rugged hills, each crowned by
a formidable fort; and beautiful palaces, mansions and
gardens dotted throughout its precincts. The palaces and
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witness to royal processions and splendour are now living monuments,
accepted quite naturally into the lifestyles of the people of
the "pink city". Except for the busy traffic of bicycles,
cars and buses, little seems to have changed. There is a timeless
quality to Jaipur's bazaars and its people. With its historical
past, Jaipur revives legends of the ancient Rajputs. The dresses
of the women and the turbans of the men add colour to this fascinating
city. Jaipur City Tour The City Palace in the
heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani |
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and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the Central
Museum with its large collection of woodwork,
jewellery, costumes, brassware, and pottery. Another monument
near the City Palace, Jantar Mantar,
is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai
Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of |
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for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without
being seen. Amber Fort, situated just outside
the city, is perhaps the most beautiful example of Rajasthani
forts and gives a grand view of the city down below. Other attractions
include the Jaigarh Fort, Birla Mandir,
and Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh. (overnight
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04: Jaipur to
Agra 4 Hrs drive & Guided Tour (
Taj Closed on Friday) |
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drive for five hours to the City of Taj, enroute visiting
the deserted town of Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone
city of yesteryears. In the afternoon reach Agra and check
in at your hotel. Later proceed for the city sightseeing
tour visiting The Taj Mahal, which is entirely made of
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exquisite pietra dura (stone inlay) work. Evening Free for own
activities. (overnight stay at hotel in Agra): |
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05: Agra to
Chandigarh 7 to 8 Hrs drive |
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Breakfast Proceed by road to Chandigarh. The most striking
thing about the city is the expanse of resplendent blue
sky with the mountains in the backdrop. When you are approaching
the city, you would see the jagged skyline of the Shivalik
Hills looming large over the city and the faint image
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to Goddess Chandi, from which the city got its name. Political
position of Chandigarh is quite ambiguous for anybody not knowing
the city well. It is the capital to two northern Indian states
Punjab and Haryana besides being a union territory in itself.
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After Breakfast visit
Rock Garden, Rose Garden and Government Museum and Art Gallery.
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07: Chandigarh
to Amritsar 5 Hrs drive & Guided Tour |
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breakfast leave for Amritsar, as the name suggests, is
rightfully a pool of nectar. Located in the state of Punjab,
Amritsar is one of the most important pilgrimage centres
especially for the Sikhs in the country and also tourist.
The city is characterised by some of the must visit religious,
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as well as contemporary
sites of importance. The Golden Temple, where Sikhs from all
over the world come to pay their reverence to Guru Granth Sahib
and take a dip in the Amrit Saras Kund (Pool of Immortality)
for spiritual purification is the major landmark of the place.
Amritsar is also characterised by the hard working and warm-hearted
people.
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08: Amritsar
local Guided Tour |
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| After
breakfast Sight seeing tour of Amritsar However, most
of the places are of religious and historical importance.
Golden temple which is located in the heart of the city,
the Jalianwallah Bagh which is a memorial of the martyrs
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Durgiana Mandir that
is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga, Baba Atal Rai Tower
and the Wagah Border are some of the main tourist attractions
out here.
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09: Amritsar
to Delhi drive 8 to 9 hrs |
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After breakfast proceed
back to Delhi
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10: Delhi to
Ahmedabad - Flight |
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After breakfast Transfer
to airport for Flight to Ahmedabad Arrive Ahmedabad Transfer
to the Hotel.
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11: Ahmedabad
Guided Tour |
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| After
breakfast Sight seeing tour of Amritsar However, most
of the places are of religious and historical importance.
Golden temple which is located in the heart of the city,
the Jalianwallah Bagh which is a memorial of the martyrs
of the 1919, Ahmedabad referred to as the 'Manchester
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Ahmedabad is situated
along the Sabarmati River in the western state of Gujarat. The
city contributes about 25 per cent of India's total textile
production. Founded in AD 1411, the city of Ahmedabad was named
after its founder Sultan Ahmed Shah. The city became an important
business centre after it was annexed by Mughal Emperor Akbar
in AD 1572. In 1818, the city was taken over by the British
who set up a number of textile mills here. Ahmedabad was the
capital of Gujarat from 1960 to 1970. Afternoon sight seeing
Tour of Ahemdabad Jama Masjid, Shaking Minarets, Calico Textile
Museum, Sidi Sayid's Mosque, Hathi Singh Temple, Step-Wells,
Sabarmati Ashram and Vishala/Veechar (utensils museum).
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12: Grandhinagar
Guided Tour |
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After breakfast visit
Grandhinagar whole day visit Akshar Dham temple, Parliament House
from outside, Explore the organized city of Gujarat Grandhinagar
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13: Ahmedabad
to Hyderabad Flights + Guided Tour - Flight |
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breakfast proceed to Ahmedabad Airport to catch flight
to Hyderabad Arrive Hyderabad ,the city of fabulously
rich Nizams, the stories of whose hordes of gold, diamonds
and pearls spread far and wide. Present-day Hyderabad
is a place where tradition and modernity meet: besides
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rich cultural heritage,
the city has also emerged as a frontrunner in the field of information
technology. Being a city that has been in the centre of affairs
for around 400 years, Hyderabad has many interesting places
that attract tourists from far and wide. Afternoon Sight seeing
The Charminar occupies the centre of the city and dominates
its landscape. The Hussain Sagar is a large tank whose blue
water provides a pleasant backdrop to the city's landscape.
Salar Jung Museum is one of the best-known museums in India
where you can find private collections of the Nizams. Other
important attractions in the city include Naubat Pahad, State
Central Library, and Osmania University.
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14: Hyderabad
to Banglore - TRAIN |
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After breakfast visit
Golconda fort evening depart from Hydrebad by Bangalore Express
train to Bangalore.
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15: Banglore
local Guided Tour |
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Bangalore by Train.The city is one of the most visited
destinations of southern India. Known as the garden city
of India, the climate of Bangalore makes it a happening
place all through the year. One of the highly developed
cities of southern India, it is the capital of the state
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Bangalore is also
the seventh largest city in India. There are many stories and
legends related to the city. However the present look of the
garden city was given to it in the 16th century. Because of
the initiative it took in the wake of the Information Technology
revolution in the country, Bangalore has been nicknamed as the
Silicon City of India. Afternoon Sight seeing these tourists
spots are easily accessible and worth a visit. The Vidhan Soudha
makes the major attraction in Bangalore. The building is a massive
neo Dravidian architecture presently functioning as the state
legislative assembly. Cubbon Park in the heart of the city,
Lal Bagh which is famous for the wonderfully bloomed red roses
and the Bangalore Palace are some of the other must see of this
garden city.
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16: Banglore
to Mysore 3 Hrs drive + Guided Tour |
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Breakfast drive to Mysore (03 hrs drive) Arrive Mysore
and check - in at hotel. Mysore, writer R K Narayan's
lovely hometown, Mysore, was once the capital of the wodeyar
kingdom and is still one of the finest cities of southern
India. Small, easygoing, sandalwood country, a crafts-crazy
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friendly people going
about their business in a city of gardens, tree lined boulevards,
art galleries and a palace. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Mysore
visiting Mysore Palace, once the capital, seat of power of the
ruling Wodeyars, is one of the largest of its kind in India
and one of the most splendid. This Indo-Saracenic building has
among other things, stained glass chamber ceilings, a throne
and a gallery of exquisite paintings- a must for tourists. St.
Philomena's Cathedral, in the Gothic style, is one of the largest
cathedrals in the country and has beautiful stained glass windows.
13 km off Mysore city are the Chamundi Hills. Halfway up is
the Nandi Bull, a 4.8 meter monolith. Right on top is the 2000-year-old
Chamundeswari Temple, dedicated to the patron goddess of the
royal family.
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17: Mysore to
Banglore 3 hrs drive & catch flight to Trivandrum |
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| Arrive
Bangalore and transfer to Airport to catch a flight to
Trivandrum, Arrive Thiruvananthapuram (formerly, Trivandrum),
the capital of the Indian state of Kerala, The city derives
its name from Thiru Anantha Puram, which means the town
of Anantha. In fact, Anantha is the deity at the Sree
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Padmanabhaswami Temple,
a major landmark of the city believed to be several thousands
years old.Legend has it that traders came to Thiruvananthapuram
as far back as AD 190 for spices, sandalwood, and ivory. It
was in the 18th century that Thiruvananthapuram shot into prominence
when the erstwhile kings of the then Travancore state shifted
their capital from Padmanabhapuram to Thiruvananthapuram. After
India's independence, the city was made the capital of Kerala.Evening
free.
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18: Trivandrum
to Kovalam Guided Tour |
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Breakfast drive to Kovalm and you will be transferred
to your hotel. Checking in at noon, you'll then be whisked
off for an afternoon city tour, visiting Padmanabhaswamy
Temple, the Horse Palace, Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art
Gallery , Handicrafts Institute and Kovalam Beach before
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19: Kovalam
to Kumarakom 4 Hrs drive |
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After breakfast drive
to Kumarakom the headquarters of Keralas worlds best backwaters.
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Take
advantage of your morning at leisure to pay a visit to
around Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary on own. If you are fortunate
enough to visit in winter you may catch sight of a flock
or two of migratory birds from Siberia flying in to roost.
In the afternoon join a boat cruise ( Optional cost) along
the backwaters before returning to the resort for a good
night's rest.
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21: Kumarakom
to Thekkady 3 Hrs drive + Guided Tour |
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After
Breakfast drive to Thekkady Visit Tea Plantations Relax
and visit Periyar lake for boating
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22: Thekkady
to Cochin 3 Hrs drive + Guided Tour |
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Wake
up for a Jungle Safari at the Periyar wild life sanctuary
later drive to Cochin and sightseeing tour.
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23: Cochin to
Goa - Flight |
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Today
depart from Cochin to catch a flight to Goa Arrive Goa
and Transfer to Hotel enjoy the beaches of Goa on your
own.
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Explore
Goa on your own do visit the great evening markets that
awaken on somedays in Goa where the world flocks ( day
free on your own no transport).
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25: Depart Goa
by flight to Mumbai Guided Tour - FLIGHT |
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Transfer
to Goa Airport and flight to Mumbai
Arrive Mumbai and transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing
tour of Mumbai including The Gateway of India, this massive
historical monument makes a must visit during your Mumbai
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the Grandhi memorial
was once used to be the residence of Mahatma Grandhi in Mumbai.
Queen's Neckless Marine Drive. Walkeshwar Jain Temple, Hanging
Garden and the Kamla Nehru Garden from where you can see Mumbai
from the Top most point, and the Chowpatty gives you the view
of one of the most happening beaches of Mumbai.
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