Golden Triangle with South India Tour

Duration : 16 Nights / 17 Days
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Mumbai - Cochin|Alleppey - Kanyakumari - Madurai - Tanjore - Pondicherry - Chennai Departure Enquire Now

DAY 01: ARRIVAL DELHI

Welcome upon arrival (arrive in the morning), our company executive will meet and assist you at the airport and transfer to hotel. Later visit INDIA GATE is the pride of Delhi. An imposing structure, the gate was built in memory to the of the 90,000 Indian soldiers who laid down their lives during World War I, RASHTRAPATI BHAWAN, JANTAR MANTAR, HUMAYUN TOMB Humayun died in 1556, and his widow Hamida Banu Begam, also known as Haji Begam, commenced the construction of his tomb in 1569, fourteen years after his death. It is the first distinct example of proper Mughal style, which was inspired by Persian architecture., QUTUB MINAR, JAMA MASJID of Delhi is the largest mosque in India. The Jama Masjid stands across the road in front of the Red Fort. Built between 1644 and 1658, Jama Masjid is one of the last architectural works of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Jama Masjid Mosque was built in red sandstone and marble by more than 5000 artisans. Originally called the Masjid-i-Jahan-Numa, RED FORT It is known as red fort because there is too much use of red stones in construction of red fort. Construction of red fort was completed by Shah Jahan in the year of 1648. Come back to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 02: DELHI – AGRA (BY SURFACE 210 KM)

After breakfast, drive to Agra and check in to hotel visit the Agra fort, built by the great Emperor Akbar, and the famous Taj Mahal-the symbol of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Itmad-ud- daulah Tomb This is precisely because Itmad ud Daula is the very first tomb in India that is entirely made out of Marble, Mehtab bagh The Garden complex, situated on the opposite bank of the Taj Mahal, is known as Mehtab Bagh, or “The Moonlight Garden”. Recent excavations revealed a huge octagonal tank furnished with 25 fountains, a small central tank and a baradari on the east, marble factory. Enjoy battery van in Agra and overnight stay.

DAY 03: AGRA – JAIPUR (BY SURFACE 239 KM)

In the morning go to see the sunrise view of The Taj Mahal and come back to hotel and have breakfast, then check out from the hotel and drive to pink city Jaipur and enroute visit Fatehpur sikri - the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in honour of the great Sufi saint Salim Chisti ; its magnificence and uniqueness offers a fine example of the emperor's architectural finesse. Visit Panch Mahal, jodha Bai Palace , Salim Chisti Dargah, Buland darwaza etc. Continue drive to Jaipur and check in to hotel. Overnight stay.
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DAY 04: JAIPUR

After breakfast, take an excursion to Amber fort built in 16th century, enjoy elephant ride. Later visit HAWA MAHAL - a Palace of winds. Hawa Mahal is extraordinary, fairy-tale, pink sandstone, delicately honeycombed hive that rises a dizzying five storeys. It was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the life and processions of the city. In the afternoon you will visit the CITY PALACE was built between 1729 and 1732 AD by Sawai Jai Singh II. He ruled in Amer and planned and built the outer walls of the palace and later rulers added to the architecture of this palace. Albert museum, walk to adjacent Jantar Mantar an astronomical observatory and birla mandi, Jal Mahal Possibly the most serene sight amidst the chaos of Jaipur is the beautiful Jal Mahal Jaipur, the Water Palace. This low-rise symmetrical palace, that once was a shooting lodge for the Maharajah, appears to float in the centre of Sagar Lake. The light sand coloured stone walls of the Jal Mahal Jaipur are at a stark contrast to the deep blue of the waters of the lake, while from the innards of the palace lush foliage sprouts. Come back to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 05: JAIPUR - MUMBAI BY FLIGHT

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and visit local shopping markets and later in the evening transfer to airport to board flight to Mumbai at 17:30 & arrive Mumbai at 19:05. Transfer to hotel and check in. overnight stay.

DAY 06: MUMBAI

After breakfast, visit Gateway of India most famous landmark, The Gateway of India, is situated at Apollo Bunder. It was designed by George Wikket. It was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911, Hanging garden, Prince wales Musuem It has a priceless collection of art, sculpture, china and other antics. Carefully presereved, this mid-Victorian Gothic style building built in 1904 with beautiful gardens surrounding it, Haji Ali Dargah mosque, and the tomb of a Muslim saint, is located off shore, in the Arabian sea opposite Mahalaxmi temple. During high tide the walkway to the mosque is submerged in the sea and it can be visited only during low tide, Dhobi Ghat (Mumbai's unique laundry system!). In the evening visit Chowpatty Beach is situated on Marine Drive. This beach is well-known for it's stalls selling "Bhel-Puri and Pani -Puri chat" a favourite fast food among the Mumbaites and visitors to the city. Overnight stay.
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DAY 07: MUMBAI EXCURSION ELEPHANTA CAVES

After breakfast, take and excursion to elephant caves. Enjoy a cruise to the Elephanta caves in the morning. The island of Elephanta is about 10 kms from Mumbai. The 4 rock-cut temples are believed to have been cut between 450-750AD. After an hour’s boat trip to the island, walk the steps up the hillside to the caves. Shiva is the most depicted form. Come back to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 08: MUMBAI – COCHIN BY FLIGHT

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to airport to board flight to Cochin at 09:25 & arrive at 11:30 by 9W. Transfer to hotel and check in. After relaxation visit best preserved Synagogue, The Dutch Palace and the oldest European Church in India the St. Francis Church where Vasco Da Gama was originally buried. A leisurely walk through the Fort Cochin area which gives you a close look at the operation of the huge cantilevered Chinese fishing nets introduced by Chinese traders which is still used in Kerala backwaters as a traditional way of fishing. Come back to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 09: COCHIN – ALLEPPEY BY (BY SURFACE 58 KM)

After breakfast proceed to Alleppey. Check in to the houseboat at 12:00. Cruising in a House Boat through the back waters of Kerala is the fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters. Sit back and relax while the boat cruises through the narrow serene backwaters, rivers and canals. Lunch, Evening Tea/Coffee with snacks, dinner and breakfast will be served on board. All Meals will be served onboard. Overnight stay in the house boat.

DAY 10: ALLEPPEY

After breakfast, day is free for leisure activities and overnight stay. All Meals will be served onboard.
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DAY 11: ALLEPPEY - KANYAKUMARI

After breakfast, check out and drive to Kanyakumari, you will reach in the evening. Check in to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 12: KANYAKUMARI - MADURAI

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and visit Kanyakumari – it is the southernmost tip of Indian sub continent also a fantastic tourist spot with the specialty as three major sea joints together there (Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal). It’s a holy place for Hindu Pilgrims too. Visit the spiritual leader Swami Vivekananda rock situated in the sea, Thiruvalluvar Statue. It is the immortal poet of Tamil Nadu and has given to the world Thirukkural. The pedestal of the statue is of 38 feet height and the statue over it is 95 feet tall with a grand total of 133 feet for the entire sculpture. Kanyakumari temple it is is dedicated to the goddess Parvathi as a virgin. This is 3000 old temple and is surrounded by a stone wall and stands on the edge of the ocean. Also visit the Thriveni Sangamam where 3 oceans meets the Bay of Bengal, the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea.

Later in the evening drive to Madurai. Check in to hotel and overnight stay.

02 OCTOBER |DAY 13: MADURAI

After breakfast, visit Meenakshi Temple: The Temple is dedicated to Goddess Sri Meenakshi, the protectress of Madurai. Built in the 16th Century by Tirumalai Nayak, it is spread over 350 hectares. Enclosed by walls, each has a nine-storey gopuram which is adorned by thousands of intricately carved celestial and animal figures. Tiurmalai Nayak Palace : One of the grandest monuments in Madurai and a Stunning piece of Indo-Saracenic architecture. It was built in the early 17th century by Tirumalai Nayak with the finest of craftsmen. Also visit Thirupparankundram Temple, Alagar Koil and GandhiMuseum. In the evening join the Puja Ceremony of Meenakshi temple. Come back to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 14: MADURAI – TANJORE (BY SURFACE 168 KM)

After breakfast, check out and drive to Tanjore. Enroute visit Trichy located on the banks of the River Kaveri. It is famous for the Ranganath temple at Srirangam. Also visit Rock Fort Temple, Srirangam and Jambukeshwar Temple. Then continue drive to Tanjore and check in to hotel, later visit Brihadeshwara Temple it is Built by the Chola King, Raja Raja I in the 10th century AD. The temple has a gigantic Mahalingam and the second largest monolithic Nandi in India. Tanjore Palace, Sangeetha Mahal, Saraswathi Mahal Library and Art Gallery having a collection of sculptures and paintings. Overnight stay.
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DAY 15: TANJORE - PONDICHERRY (BY SURFACE 181 KM)

After breakfast, drive to Pondicherry and check in to hotel. later visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram This place was founded by Sri Aurobindo, who in the early ages was a revolutionist and then turned poet. His was jointly helped by The Mother, who was a Paris born painter. The Ashram is a centre for the practice of integral yoga, meditation, and of inner development. The Pondicherry Botanical Garden, The Church of Our Lady of Angels was built by French Missionaries in 1865. Overnight stay.

DAY 16: PONDICHERRY – CHENNAI (BY SURFACE 181 KM)

After breakfast, drive to Chennai and check in to hotel. After relaxation visit Santhome Basilica - is located on the southern end of Marina Beach. A rare church, raised on the tomb of St. Thomas, an apostle of Christ, it has in its possession a small hand bone of Thomas and the head of a lance, which brought him down. St. Mary's Church- is the first Anglican Church in India. It was built in 1678-79 in Fort St. George. This was the first church built by the East India Company outside the Mediterranean. Fort George - The Fort St. George Museum was organised and opened to the public from 31st January 1948. The museum began with a small collection of objects of the British Raj donated by the then Madras Presidency Government, the St. Mary's Church authorities, the disbanded army units and others. Kapaleeshwar Temple this temple was constructed in the 13th century BC. This is a live example of the architectural skills of the Dravidians and National art Gallery: has a finest collection of old paintings. Later enjoy at Marina Beach. Come back to hotel and overnight stay.