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Mughal Monuments, Temples & Kerala Backwater

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Duration

24 Nights/ 25 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on an immersive 25-day journey across India’s diverse cultural, architectural, and spiritual tapestry. Begin in Delhi and trace the legacy of the Mughal emperors, then marvel at the ethereal Taj Mahal in Agra. Explore princely towns like Gwalior and Orchha, and the sensuous temple art of Khajuraho. Dive into the spiritual realms of Varanasi, Bodhgaya, and Sarnath, then experience colonial charm in Kolkata and temple elegance in Odisha and Tamil Nadu. The tour concludes amid the verdant landscapes and tranquil backwaters of Kerala—a fitting finale to this magnificent cultural odyssey.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the Taj Mahal, the crowning jewel of Mughal architecture and a global symbol of love.
  • Cruise the Alleppey backwaters aboard a private houseboat through palm-fringed lagoons and rice paddies.
  • Witness spiritual traditions in Varanasi, Sarnath, Bodhgaya, and Puri—India’s major sacred sites.
  • Explore the heritage cities of Chennai, Pondicherry, and Madurai with their Dravidian temples and colonial pasts.
  • Enjoy nature and culture in Munnar and Thekkady with spice gardens, wildlife, and scenic hill views.

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 43.0%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 42.9%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 50.0%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 48.5%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 54.4%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 52.7%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 57.8%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

• Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport and transfer to hotel.
• Assistance with check-in and briefing on tour plan.
• Vehicle on standby for nearby local exploration or dinner.
• Rest and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Explore Old Delhi: Red Fort (outside view if closed), Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk by cycle rickshaw, and Khari Baoli spice market.
• Visit Raj Ghat, Gandhi's cremation memorial.
• Explore New Delhi: Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, and Lotus Temple.
• Photo stops at India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Parliament House.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Delhi – Agra (210km/4 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Agra; check-in at hotel.
• Visit the iconic Taj Mahal at sunset.
• Explore Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj).
• Visit a marble inlay workshop (optional).
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Agra – Gwalior – Orchha (220km/6 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Orchha via Gwalior.
• Enroute visit Gwalior Fort, Jai Vilas Palace, Gurudwara Data Bandi Chhor, Teli Ka Mandir, and Jain rock-cut caves.
• Arrive Orchha, check-in at hotel.
• Visit Raja Mahal, Jahangir Mahal, Chaturbhuj Temple & riverfront cenotaphs.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Orchha – Khajuraho (180km/4.5 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Khajuraho; check-in at hotel.
• Visit Western, Eastern & Southern group of temples.
• Enjoy evening light and sound show at temple complex.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 6: Khajuraho – Varanasi (flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to airport for flight to Varanasi.
• Arrival assistance and hotel check-in.
• Evening boat ride and witness Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
• Overnight at hotel

Day 7: Varanasi City Tour

• Early morning boat ride along the ghats.
• Walk through old lanes to explore spiritual life.
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Temple, and Tulsi Manas Mandir.
• Excursion to Sarnath: Dhamek Stupa, Ashoka Pillar, and Sarnath Museum.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 8:Varanasi – Bodhgaya (255km/6 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Bodhgaya; check-in at hotel.
• Visit Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, and Vajrasana.
• See international monasteries (Thai, Bhutanese, Tibetan, Japanese, etc).
• Excursion to Gaya: Vishnupad Temple and Pretshila Hill.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Bodhgaya – Rajgir – Nalanda – Patna / Flight to Kolkata

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive via Rajgir to visit Vulture’s Peak and Sattapanni Cave.
• Visit Nalanda University ruins and museum.
• Continue to Patna airport and board flight to Kolkata.
• Arrival assistance and overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Kolkata City Tour

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Victoria Memorial, Netaji Bhawan, and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
• Explore Howrah Bridge and Flower Market.
• Visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Belur Math.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Kolkata – Bhubaneswar (Flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to airport for flight to Bhubaneswar.
• Arrival and hotel check-in.
• Visit Lingaraj Temple (non-Hindus outside view), Mukteshwar, Rajarani, and Parasurameswar Temples.
• Visit Khandagiri and Udayagiri caves and Dhauli Ashoka Rock Edicts.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Bhubaneswar – Puri (60km/2 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Puri; enroute visit Konark Sun Temple (UNESCO), Pipili appliqué village, and Raghurajpur crafts village.
• Check-in at beach hotel in Puri.
• Visit Jagannath Temple (non-Hindus not allowed inside sanctum).
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Puri – Chilika Lake – Puri

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Excursion to Chilika Lake at Satapada.
• Boat ride to spot Irrawaddy dolphins and migratory birds.
• Return to Puri and relax on the beach.
• Overnight at hotel

Day 14: Puri – Bhubaneswar / Chennai (flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Bhubaneswar airport and fly to Chennai.
• Arrival assistance and transfer to hotel.
• Visit Fort St. George, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Santhome Cathedral, and Marina Beach.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry (160km/6 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Enroute visit Kanchipuram: Kailasanathar, Ekambareswarar, and Kamakshi temples.
• Visit Mahabalipuram: Five Rathas, Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance & Krishna’s Butterball.
• Arrive in Pondicherry; check-in and overnight.

Day 16: Pondicherry

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Auroville and Matrimandir.
• Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Museum.
• Walk through French Quarters and seaside promenade.
• Free time to relax at beach.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 17: Pondicherry – Thanjavur (220km/6 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Enroute visit Chidambaram Nataraja Temple.
• Stop at Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Darasuram temples (UNESCO).
• Arrive in Thanjavur and check-in.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 18: Thanjavur – Trichy – Madurai (190km/5 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Brihadeshwara Temple, Royal Palace, Saraswati Mahal Library, and Art Gallery.
• Drive to Trichy; visit Srirangam Temple, Jambukeswarar Temple, and Rock Fort.
• Continue to Madurai and check-in.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 19: Madurai – Munnar (160km/5 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, and Alagar Kovil.
• Drive through scenic hills to Munnar.
• Check-in at hotel and overnight stay.

Day 20: Munnar Sightseeing

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Eravikulam National Park and Rajamalai for Nilgiri Tahr.
• See Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Tea Museum.
• Visit Indo-Swiss Dairy Farm.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 21: Munnar – Thekkady (100km/3.5 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive via Ramakkalmedu wind farm and Kuravan-Kurathi viewpoint.
• Check-in at hotel in Thekkady.
• Evening free to explore spice market.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 22: Thekkady

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Boat safari on Periyar Lake to view wildlife.
• Guided tour of spice plantation.
• Optional: Martial art show or elephant ride (extra cost).
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 23: Thekkady – Alleppey (160km/4.5 hrs)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Alleppey; board houseboat.
• Cruise through the backwaters and village canals.
• Enjoy meals onboard and sunset from sundeck.
• Overnight on houseboat.

Day 24: Alleppey – Cochin (60km/2 hrs)

• Breakfast on houseboat.
• Disembark and drive to Cochin.
• Visit Fort Kochi, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets, Jewish Synagogue, and Dutch Palace.
• Evening enjoy Kathakali Dance performance.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 25: Cochin – Departure

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to Cochin International Airport as per flight schedule.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 24 Night's accommodation in 5-Star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Khajuraho - Varanasi, Patna - Kolkata - Bhubaneshwar - Chennai flight fare approx ₹20500 per person in economy class.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Q: What kind of hotel accommodation is included in the package price?
We provide accommodation at carefully selected 5-star hotels or the best available quality options in regions where luxury properties are limited. Hotels are chosen for their comfort, location, and service standards. In case a specific hotel is unavailable, an equivalent standard property will be offered.

Hotels used or similar for this tour (24 Nights Accommodation):
Delhi – 2 Nights: Le Meridien OR The Grand New Delhi
Agra – 1 Night: Courtyard by Marriott OR Trident Hotel
Orchha – 1 Night: Orchha Palace and Convention Centre
Khajuraho – 1 Night: The Lalit Temple View
Varanasi – 2 Nights: Ramada JHV OR Radisson Hotel
Bodhgaya – 1 Night: Hyatt Place Bodh Gaya
Kolkata – 2 Nights: ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection OR The Lalit Great Eastern
Bhubaneshwar – 1 Night: Mayfair Lagoon OR Trident Hotel
Puri – 2 Nights: MAYFAIR Heritage OR Mayfair Waves
Chennai – 1 Night: Radisson Blu Hotel GRT Chennai OR Hilton Chennai
Pondicherry – 2 Nights: Palais De Mahe OR La Villa
Thanjavur – 1 Night: Svatma
Madurai – 1 Night: Courtyard by Marriott OR The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai
Munnar – 2 Nights: Chandys Windy Woods OR Blanket Hotel & Spa
Thekkady – 2 Nights: Spice Village OR Hills & Hues
Alleppey – 1 Night: Luxury Houseboat (Full Time AC)
Cochin – 1 Night: Kochi Marriott Hotel OR Xandari Harbour

Q: Can I request a specific hotel or upgrade the hotel category?

Yes, we offer flexibility to upgrade hotels to luxury five-star or boutique properties at an additional cost, subject to availability. You can also request specific hotels during the booking process, and we will do our best to accommodate your preference.

Q: Are breakfast and other meals included at the hotels?

Breakfast is generally included with hotel stays unless stated otherwise. Lunch and dinner are optional and can be added to your package upon request. You can also explore local dining during the tour.

Q: Will I get confirmation for the exact hotels before my trip?

Yes, once your booking is confirmed, we will share the final list of hotel names and contact details along with your tour confirmation documents.

Q: I’m looking for a more budget-friendly tour. Can you provide prices with standard or 4-star hotels?

Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has different preferences and budgets. If you prefer standard accommodation or 4-star hotel options instead of the default 5-star hotels, we can customize the tour and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.

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