PROGRAMME 02 - NORTH & SOUTH INDIA PACKAGE

"TOUR PACKAGE FOR NORTH + SOUTH INDIA TOUR"

DAY 01 ARRIVE DELHI HOTEL CHECK-IN AT 1200 HRS
Morning Combined city tour of Old & New Delhi visiting Raj Ghat , where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Red Fort , Made by Mughal Empror Shahjahan , Jama Masjid , The largest in India, It has three great gateways, four angle towers and two minarets constructed of alternating vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble. Chandni Chowk , Laxmi Narayan Temple , . India Gate , Qutab Minar - The highest monument of India, Qutb Minar is 72.5 m high, tapering from 2.75 m in diameter at its peak, to 14.32 m at its base, and alternating angular and rounded flutings. Humayun's Tomb , . Bahai Temple , or the Lotus Temple is a marvel of modern architecture. Overnight at hotel .

DAY 02 DELHI - MATHURA - AGRA
Morning depart by surface to Agra . On arrival check-in at. Afternoon visiting Taj Mahal - Taj Mahal is one of the wonders of the world and the epitome of love, beauty and sacrifice. Built by Shah Jahan in 1630 for his queen, Mumtaz Mahal, its construction is believed to have taken 22 years to complete with over 20,000 craftsmen working round the clock. One of the most visited and most photographed places in the world, this extravagant monument of love is the culmination point of Indo-Persian architecture , Agra fort - Agra Fort is situated in the center of the town. Built principally as a military stablishment by Akbar in 1565, the red sandstone Overnight at hotel .

DAY 03 AGRA - JAIPUR VIA FATEHPUR SIKRI
Morning depart by surface to Jaipur ,enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri . Fatehpur Sikri was the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 to 1585, during the reign of Emperor Akbar. The city was built around the abode of Sheik Salim Chishti, a mystic who had advised the childless Emperor Akbar and shortly after his first son was born. Fatehpur Sikri was a glorious city with its beautiful architecture.

DAY 04 JAIPUR + AMBER FORT EXCURSION
Morning excursion tcFort - Amber is located at a distance of 11 kilometers from Jaipur and was the old fort of the Kachhwaha clan of Amber, which used to be the capital, till it was moved to Jaipur.The fort is built with white marble and red sandstone and look even more attractive because of the Maota Lake in the foreground. The fort in itself is a beautiful sight to behold but as one looks on the fort with its clear reflection on the lake in the front, one cannot help but wonder if it is a dream or a beautiful illusion.

DAY 05 JAIPUR - DELHI
Morning leave for Delhi. Rest ot the day free.
Overnight stay

DAY 06 DELHI - HARIDWAR
Morning depart by surface to Haridwar. On arrival check-in at. Afternoon visiting Temples of the city including Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi located on two different hills opposite each other , Daksh Mahadev Temple - The ancient temple of Daksha Mahadev . Evening visit Har-Ki-Pauri - These sacred ghats are named after the Charan or Footprints of Hari (Vishnu) impressed on a stone . The reflection of golden hues of floral diyas, in the river Ganga, is the most enchanting sight in the twilight, during the Ganga Arti Ceremony. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07 HARIDWAR + RISHIKESH AND BACK TO DELHI
Morning depart by surface to Rishikesh. On arrival check in at the. Afternoon visiting , Lakshman Jhoola - legend says this bridge was built by Lord Rama . Today, a concrete one, by the same name, has replaced the rope bridge. Ram Jhula is the other uspended iron bridge, recently constructed .Gita Bhawan -.Triventi Ghat - The Arati on the Triveni Ghat makes for an unforgettable experience. Barefoot, scores of devotees sit in rows on the steps of the ghat. Overnight at hotel .

DAY 08 DELHI
Day free for Shopping... No transport for Today
Overnight stay

DAY 09 DELHI - COCHIN IC-165 08.00- 12.50
Morning in time transfer to airport to board the flight for Cochin
On arrival transfer to hotel

DAY 10 COCHIN
On arrival enjoy a tour of Cochin. Cochin is the natural harbourcreated by the famed underwater Malabar mud-banks whose quality ensures that the rougher the seas are outside the calmer the waters are within the Harbour. Vasco-de-Gama placed it on the world map. Visit the Fort Cochin, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish synagogue, St. Francis Church and view the operation of the Chinese fishing nets. Evening visit to Cochin cultural centre for viewing the Kathakalli Opera. Overnight stay at Cochin.

DAY 11 COCHIN - ALLEPPEY (KERALA BACKWATERS) - KUMARAKOM BOAT CRUISE AND STAY IN KOMARAKOM BACKWATER RESORTS
Kumarakom B/Fast. Drive to Alleppey and embark on to your houseboat. Cruise in the backwaters traversing the narrow canals, viewing the village life of Kerala. Evening the boat will anchor on the vembunad Lake. Overnight in Kumarakom.

DAY 12 KUMARAKOM - PERIYAR NATIONAL PARK
Morning drive to Periyar -earliest sanctuary to be set up in 1934, it extends to 777 square kms & forms part of the high mountain ranges, the Western Ghats. Wild life can be seen while cruisingon Periyar Lake in a motor boat. Amongst the animals which can be seen are elephants, wild boar, sambar, tiger, leopard, wild dog, langur monkeys, etc. Overnight Periyar.

DAY 13 PERIYAR
Early morning we take boat ride over the Lake Periyar to watch animals in their natural habitat on the water's edge. While cruising on Lake Periyar, you are likely to see animals like Wild Boars, Sambars, Wild Dogs, Langur Monkeys and Wild Elephants.
Afternoon walk around spice farms etc and evening take 02/03hrs boatride on lake periyar to view wildlife and natural beauty. Rest day free. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 14 PERIYAR - KOVALAM BEACH (TRIVANDRUM)
Morning drive for Kovalam. Rest of the day free for your own. Overnight stay

DAY 15 KOVALAM + TRIVANDRUM TOUR
Kovalam Arrive Trivandrum, the capital of the state of Kerala (also called as the Gods own Country) From the airport drive straight to Kovalam which has one of the most beautiful beaches of the world. The surf here is ideal for surf riding and the water invites the visitor to ride the "Catamaran" or log with the fisherman, or to take a cool swim. Nearby is the Beach centre of aquatic sports. Arrive & check in hotel. Rest of the day free to relax & exploring the beach.

DAY 16 KOVALAM (EXCURSION TO KANYA KUMARI..CAPE CAMERON)
Kovalam Proceed on a full day excursion to Kanya Kumari, enrote visi the stunning Padmanabhapuram palace. Arrive Kanyakumari and visit Kanyakumari Amman temple, Vivekanand Rock memorial, Tiruvalluvar memorial. Enjoy the unique experience of Sunset & Moon rise over the confluence of the 3 seas namely the Indian Ocean, Bay of Bengal and Arabian sea at the southern most tip of India. Return to Kovalam in the evening. Overnight at Kovalam.

DAY 17 KOVALM TO TRV-BOMBAY IC 168 14.55/16.50
Morning drive to Trivandrum to board the flight to Bombay.
Assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 18 BOMBAY
Morning city tour visiting visiting the Gateway of India-a 262 feet high gateway overlooking the sea, built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911, Dhobi Ghat, Rajabai Clock Tower and the High Court in the Gothic architectural style,Marine Drive (also known as 'Queen's Neclace', the street lights shining like jewels at night), Hanging Gardens, Mahalaxmi Temple, Mani Bhawan,Crawford Market, Victoria Terminus, Flora Fountain and the Prince of Wales Museum. (The Museum are closed on Mondays, Independence Day-August 15 and Republic Day-January 26). Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 19 BOMBAY
Day free free Shopping...No transport for Today
Overnight stay

DAY 20 BOM - ONWARD DESTINATION
Hotel check out by 1200 hrs
In time transfer to airport to board the flight for onward destination.

"TOUR ENDS WITH HAPPY MEMORIES"

PACKAGE COST - (VALID TILL 31 MAR, 2009)

• EURO 1475 P/PAX ON TWIN SHARING BASED ON 5* HOTELS
• EURO 1350 P/PAX ON TWIN SHARING BASED ON 4* HOTELS
• EURO 1050 P/PAX ON TWIN SHARING BASED ON 3* HOTELS

FLIGHT FARE :-

• EURO 0100 P/PAX FOR DELHI COHIN FLIGHT
• EURO 0125 PER PERSON FOR TRIVANDRUM-BOMBAY FLIGHT

INCLUDES :-

• 19 NIGHTS HOETLS ON TWIN SHARING BASIS INCLUDING BREAKFAST
• AIRCON CAR FOR ALL TRANSFERS ANS TOUTS
• ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE AS PER PROGRAMME
• MANSA DEVI CABLE CAR RIDE IN HARIDWAR
• KATHKALLI DANCE SHOW IN COCHIN
• BACKWATER CRUISE IN ALLEPPEY
• BOAT TRIP IN LAKE PERIYAR TO SEE WILDLIFE
• FLIGHT FARE MENTIONED SEPARETELY

HOTELS INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR OR SIMILER

***WE SEPCIFY ENTERENCE FEES IS NOT INCLUDED IN ABOVE COST THE SAME WILL BE PAID BY CLIENT S DIRECTLY AT MONUMNETS ***

CHECK-IN , CHECK-OUT TIME IS 1200 HRS AT EACH HOTEL.