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Golden Triangle with Architecture & Backwater of South India

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The "Golden Triangle with Architecture & Backwater of South India" private tour takes you on a journey through the architectural wonders of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur - the Golden Triangle, followed by a visit to Mumbai, Goa, Badami, Hampi, and Hassan. The tour then moves towards the serene backwaters of Kerala, covering Mysore, Bangalore, Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kumarakom, and Kovalam. Enjoy a perfect blend of culture, history, and nature on this incredible 25-day journey.

 

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Upon your arrival in Delhi, you will be greeted by our representative who will assist you with your transfer to your hotel. You can rest and relax for the day or explore the city on your own.

 

Day 2: Delhi

After breakfast, you will embark on a sightseeing tour of Delhi. You will visit Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, Parliament House, and Humayun's Tomb. After a full day of exploring the city, you will return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

 

Day 3: Delhi - Agra (210km)

After breakfast, you will leave for Agra, the city of love, via the Yamuna Expressway. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and rest for a while. Later in the day, you will visit the iconic Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. You will spend the night in Agra.

 

Day 4: Agra - Jaipur (245km)

After breakfast, you will drive to Jaipur, the Pink City of India. En route, you will visit Fatehpur Sikri, a deserted city of Mughal architecture. Upon arrival in Jaipur, you will check into your hotel and relax for the rest of the day.

 

Day 5: Jaipur

After breakfast, you will embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Jaipur. You will visit the Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and other popular tourist attractions. You will return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

 

Day 6: Jaipur - Mumbai (flight)

After breakfast, you will catch a flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and relax for the rest of the day.

 

Day 7: Mumbai - Goa (flight)

After breakfast, you will catch a flight to Goa, the land of sun, sand, and sea. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and relax for the rest of the day.

 

Day 8: Goa

After breakfast, you will embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Goa. You will visit the famous beaches of North Goa and popular tourist spots like the Basilica of Bom Jesus, Shri Manguesh Temple, and the Church of St. Francis of Assisi. You will return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

 

Day 9: Goa - Badami (184km)

After breakfast, you will leave for Badami, known for its ancient rock-cut temples. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and relax for the rest of the day.

 

Day 10: Badami

After breakfast, you will embark on a sightseeing tour of Badami. You will visit the famous Badami Cave Temples, the Bhutanatha Temple, and the Agastya Lake. You will return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

 

Day 11: Badami - Hampi (180km)

After breakfast, you will drive to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its rich history and architectural marvels. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and relax for the rest of the day.

 

Day 12: Hampi

After breakfast, you will embark on a sightseeing tour of Hampi. You will visit the famous Virupaksha Temple, Hampi Bazaar, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables, and the Hazara Rama Temple. You will return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

 

Day 13: Hampi - Hassan (170km)

After breakfast, you will leave for Hassan, known for its ancient temples and architectural wonders. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and relax for the rest of the day.

 

Day 14: Hassan - Mysore (140km)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will leave for Mysore. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. You can explore the vibrant markets of Mysore, famous for silk and sandalwood products, or visit the Mysore Palace, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. Overnight stay in Mysore.

 

Day 15: Mysore - Bangalore (140km)

After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and leave for Bangalore, the Silicon Valley of India. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and relax for a while. In the afternoon, you can visit the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens or the Bangalore Palace. In the evening, you can explore the bustling MG Road and enjoy some local street food. Overnight stay in Bangalore.

 

Day 16: Bangalore

After breakfast at the hotel, spend the day exploring Bangalore. You can visit the famous Bull Temple, the ISKCON temple, or the Vidhana Soudha. You can also spend some time shopping at the commercial street or Brigade road. Overnight stay in Bangalore.

 

Day 17: Bangalore - Cochin (flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and transfer to Bangalore airport to board a flight to Cochin. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. You can explore the streets of Fort Kochi or watch a Kathakali performance in the evening. Overnight stay in Cochin.

 

Day 18: Cochin - Munnar (130km)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Munnar, a beautiful hill station in Kerala. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and relax for a while. In the afternoon, you can visit the Tea Museum or the Mattupetty Dam. Overnight stay in Munnar.

 

Day 19: Munnar

After breakfast at the hotel, spend the day exploring Munnar. You can visit the Eravikulam National Park, the Anamudi Peak, or take a leisurely walk through the tea plantations. Overnight stay in Munnar.

 

Day 20: Munnar - Thekkady (110km)

After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and leave for Thekkady. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and relax for a while. In the afternoon, you can take a boat ride in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary or visit the spice plantations. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

 

Day 21: Thekkady - Alleppey (130km)

After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and leave for Alleppey, famous for its backwaters. Upon arrival, board a houseboat and spend the rest of the day cruising through the backwaters. Overnight stay in the houseboat.

 

Day 22: Alleppey - Kovalam (160km)

After breakfast on the houseboat, check-out. Leave for Kovalam and check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

 

Day 23: Kovalam - Cape Camorin - Kovalam (80kms one way)

After breakfast at the hotel, take a day trip to Cape Camorin, the southernmost tip of the Indian mainland. You can visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial or the Thiruvalluvar Statue. Return to Kovalam in the evening. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

 

Day 24: Kovalam

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel and then spend the day at your own leisure. You can take a relaxing stroll on the beach, indulge in some shopping or explore the local cuisine.

 

Day 25: Kovalam - Trivandrum (16kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to Trivandrum for your onward journey. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to explore the city's attractions such as the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum or the Kovalam Art Gallery before departing.

- Assistance on arrival at airport.

- 24 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.

- Daily breakfast at 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 program.

- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

- Bottled drinking water in car.

- Government taxes.

 

Hotels used or similar for 23 nights accommodation

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
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Mumbai x 1 nights
3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil
4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central

Goa x 2 nights 
3* - Varca Le Palm/ Lambana Resort
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The Chances Resort & Casino
5* - Zuri Varca Goa White Sand Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa Goa

Badami x 2 nights
3* - Rajsangam Hotel/ The Heritage Resort
4* / 5* - Badami Court/ Krishna Heritage

Hampi x 2 nights
3* - Krishna Palace/ Kishkinda Heritage Resort
4* - Heritage Resort / Royal Orchid Central Keerti
5* - Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders

Hassan x 1 night
3* - Candy Southern Star/ Pavanputra Resort & Spa
4* & 5* - Hosyala Village Resort/ The Ashok

Mysore x 1 night
3* - Southern Star/Sandesh The Prince
4* - Fortune Park JP Palace/ Grand Mercure
5* - Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden/The Windflower Resort & Spa

Bangalore x 2 nights
3* - Ramada/ The Rialto
4* - Fortune Select JP Cosmos/ Lemon Tree Premier Ulsoor Lake
5* - ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection/ ITC Windsor a Luxury Collection

Kochi/Cochin x 1 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 1 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

- Jaipur - Mumbai - Goa & Bangalore - Cochin flight fare approx INR 15,500 per person in economy class.

- Camera charges at monuments if any.

- Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.

- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. 

- Gratuities and optional activities.

- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.