Delhi: Delhi, India’s capital territory, Old Delhi, a neighborhood
dating to the 1600s, stands the imposing Mughal-era Red Fort, sprawling Jama Masjid Mosque,
whose courtyard accommodates 25,000 people. Nearby is Chandni Chowk, a vibrant bazaar filled
with food carts, sweets shops and spice stalls.
Agra: Agra is best known for the Taj Mahal (17th century), designated a
UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983 and is often considered to be the world's best example of
Mughal architecture. The Mughal emperor Shah Jahān built it for his favorite wife,
Mumtāz Maḥal, in the mid-17th century.
Ranthambore: Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest and most
renowned national parks in Northern India. The park is in southeastern Rajasthan, considered
as one of the famous and former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, today the
Ranthambore National Park terrain is a major wildlife tourist attraction that has drawn the
attention of many wildlife photographers and lovers.
Jaipur: Jaipur is the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. It evokes
the royal family that once ruled the region and that, in 1727, founded what is now called
the Old City or “Pink City for its trademark building color. At the center of its
stately street grid stands the opulent, colonnaded City Palace complex. With gardens,
courtyards and museums, part of it is still a royal residence.
Places and Destinations 11 Nights & 12 Days
Delhi - Jama Mazid, Raj Ghat, India Gate, Parliament House.
Agra - Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Lion Safari and Fatehpur Sikri.
Jaipur – Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal.
Cochin – Jewish Synagogue, spice market, St. Francis Church
Neelambari – Spa and Meditation Session
Munnar – Tea Plantation, View of Anamudi,Eravikulam National Park
Thekkady – Boat Ride at Periyar Lake
Kumarakom – Vembanad Lake views , forests and flowing lakes, canals.
Alleppey – Houseboat at Backwatersand
Itinerary
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Day 1
Delhi
Arrive BXL-Delhi by evening International Flight – Check in and relax. Overnight in Delhi.
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Day 2
Delhi
Full day Sightseeing @ Delhi |Jama Mosque, Rikshaw Ride, Raj Ghat, Gandhi Smriti, Parliament House, Secretariat buildings and much more.
Overnight in Delhi.
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Day 3
Delhi - Agra
Transfer overland to Agra (185 km/3.40 hrs.)
Full day Sightseeing @ Agra | Welcome Lunch, Agra Fort, Walking Tour of Old City and Taj Mahal Live Drama Show. Overnight in Agra.
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Day 4
Agra
Full day Sightseeing @ Agra | Sunrise atTaj Mahal, live demonstration of inlay work, learning and lunch with local family, Mehtab Bagh. Overnight in Agra.
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Day 5
Agra – Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur (238 km/4.45 hrs.) | City of Jewels/Pink City. Walking tour of Albert Hall Museum Area. Overnight in Jaipur.
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Day 6
Jaipur
Full day Sightseeing @ Jaipur | Elephant Ride, Amber Fort, Jeep Ride,
City Palace, Hawa Mahal and Walking tour of local Bazaar. Overnight in Jaipur.
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Day 7
Jaipur - Kochi
Transfer to Jaipur Airport to board flight to kochi via Mumbai.
Upon arrival check in and relax. Overnight in Kochi.
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Day 8
Kochi
Full day Sightseeing@ Kochi | St. Francis Church, Jew Town, Mattancherry Palace, Santa Cruz Cathedral, walking tour of spice market. Overnight in Kochi.
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Day 9
Kochi - Neelambari
Transfer to Neelambari (75km / 2.10 hours). | Leisure at Ecotourism destination – Enjoy Spa and Meditation Session. Overnight in Neelambari
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Day 10
Kochi - Munnar
Transfer to Munnar (126 kms / 4.5 hrs.). Evening at leisure. Overnight in Munnar.
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Day 11
Munnar
Full day Sightseeing@ Munnar | Enjoy picturesque landscapes, aromatic tea plantations and indulge in thrilling sport activities like paragliding. Overnight in Munnar.
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Day 12
Munnar - Thekkady
Transfer to Thekkady (90 kms / 2.5 hrs.)
Full day Sightseeing@ Thekkady | Enjoy watching varied birds and animals like tigers, elephants, wild boar, deer, visit a few tribal villages around Periyar and witness fascinating activities of tribals collecting honey from dangerous hill bees. Overnight in Thekkady
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Day 13
Thekkady -Kumarakom
Transfer to Kumarakom (122 kms / 3.5 hrs.)
Full day Sightseeing@ Kumarakom | Vembanad Lake, boat ride, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Overnight in Thekkady
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Day 14
Kumarakom – Allepey
Transfer to Allepey (138 km / 4.20 hrs.),
Overnight in Houseboat @ backwaters Allepey.
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Day 15
Allepey - Cochin
Transfer to Cochin Airport (80kms/2hrs.) to board flight to onward destination.
*** Tour End ***
Special Experiences with Cal India Tours and Travels
- Hand-picked accommodations.
- 14 breakfast, 4 Lunches, 01 Cooking session (lunch included) and Full board (B, L,D) at Houseboat - Allepey.
- Airport Meet and greet with private transfers.
- Full-time English-Speaking Tour Leader for entire tour and local guides.
- Room drop - Miniature of Lord Ganesha
- Enjoy your rikshaw ride at Chandni Chowk streets.
- Visit to local sweet shop @ Gopaldas Petha Wale -100 years old.
- Watch Taj Mahal once in lifetime experience.
- Cooking session with local family of Agra, they will teach to make Indian curries and bread.
- Taj Mahal Drama Show at Agra per person = A LIFE TIME EXPERIENCE.
- Walking tour of fruit and vegetable market.
- Set out for canter drive at Lion Safari Etawah in search of elusive Lion.
- Visit Chand Baori @ Abhaneri
- Black and white photograph taken by 150-year-old Camera at Jaipur.
- Enjoy Elephant ride, steady climb up to the main gate of Amber Fort Jaipur.
- Jeep Ride at Amber fort in returning.
- Walking tour of Bapu Bazar (Local Ethnic market) in Jaipur.
- Complimentary Transport Service only for Dinner @ Jaipur.
- Guided Jungle walk at the Periyar tiger Reserve.
- Enjoy Boat Ride at Kumarakom.
- Leisure at Houseboat @ Alleppey.
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- Service of Snacks/ Cold Bottled Mineral Water/ Soft drinks/ Juices during drives.
- Service of Chilled Indian Beer/ Wine during tour.
Hotels:
| City |
Deluxe |
| Delhi |
Andaz by Hyatt |
| Agra |
Trident Agra |
| Jaipur |
Trident Jaipur |
| Neelambari |
Neelambari |
| Cochin |
Radisson Blu Kochi |
| Munnar |
Elephant Passage |
| Thekkady |
The Elephant Court |
| Kumarakom |
The Zuri Kumarakom Resort |
| Alleppey |
Deluxe Houseboat |
*Or similar as per availability
Package Includes
- 14 Nights’ accommodation on Twin basis as per itinerary – at all Destinations in one private room at excellent quality for comfortable stay with safety and private facilities.
- All Days Breakfast at the hotel. Meals where most convenient.
- 4 Lunches (1 in Delhi, 1 Agra, 1 Laxmi Vilas and 1 in Jaipur). All meals @ Houseboat at Allepey.
- 1 private air-conditioned Transportation for all 15Days with personal chauffeur for all transfers, Sightseeing and drives service from airport to airport.
- Monuments and Historical Sites Entrance Fees as per itinerary.
- Flights (25 kg check-in luggage & 7 Kg hand baggage)
- 1 Domestic Economy Return flight from Jaipur - Cochin (per person)
- Professional government approved English speaking guide at all Historical Monuments.
- Current government, hotel, road, tolland interstate taxes|Fuel charges and driver’s allowances.
- Rooms are subject on availability/similar as per category option chosen.
Package does not Includes
- International Air tickets and any visa fees |Any meals not included in the inclusions.
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills, beverages.
- Optional or suggested activities.
Tours Deposit, Cancellation and Refund Policy
All tours include: Tour director, 5 star accommodation, transfers, day excursions, all entry fees, meals where specified.
Booking Conditions
- Prices are in USD. All prices inclusive of taxes.
- Booking amount 50% upon registration with balance 50% payable on/before Feb 28th , 2024 .
- No bookings have been made and confirmations are subject to availability at the time of request.
- Supplement room night cost @ Delhi is extra and not included in package price.
- Rupees exchange rate USD 1 = 82.00 rupees appx. Exchange rates may vary at the time of booking/payment
Cancellations and refunds on tour package
Cancellations must be notified in writing to the “Cal India Tours and Travels” at engage@calindia.travel or on mobile and WhatsApp +919837061405 .
Pre and Post Tour package Cancellations
- All registration cancellations are subject to a $700 non-refundable service fee .
- Less than 60 days 50%
- Less that 45 days 70%
- Less that 30 days 80%
- Less than 15 days 100%
Cancellation as per airlines rules
Airfares
International airfares are not included (unless otherwise stated / booked ) in the ground cost of pre and post tours. It is strongly recommended that you travel on the suggested flights to ensure you receive all components of the tour.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended and should be arranged by individual delegates.
Disclaimer
The services specified in these tour descriptions are available at the time of writing. However, in the event that any service(s) becomes unavailable for any reason, Cal India Tours and Travel will make every effort to supply alternative services of an equal standard and value but cannot accept any responsibility for failure to provide the specified services.