Rajasthan and South India

Today arrival at Delhi Airport; on arrival meet and welcome by Marisol representative with Garland & transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Morning after Breakfast you will proceed for full day city tour of Delhi. During your city tour you will visit Humayun Tomb, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Raj Ghat & Shanti Van. You will also drive pass India Gate, President House, Parliament House, Red Fort & various government buildings.   Later Ricksaw ride to witnees the real Old Delhi experience, its time travelling to walk through the narrow alleys of this 17th century historic city. Built by an emperor, sustained by its traders, this place has an old worldly charm. Nowhere in Delhi shall you get an experience where heritage, culture, history, architecture and cuisine come together. Shoppers cannot keep their purse tight when they visit these bazaars.   After walking through the different alleys, you will arrive at Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque) made of red sandstone and white marble, completed in 1656 at a cost of one million Rupees has perfect proportions. Jama Masjid is India's largest mosque where more than 20.000 people can kneel in prayer. The interior of the prayer hall is divided into aisles by arches. The walls and floors are of marble inlay panels.   Overnight at the hotel.  

Morning breakfast at hotel transfer to Delhi airport to connect flight to Jodhpur.   The Sun City known for fascinating history is replete with sagas that tell the tales of proud kings, brave warriors, court intrigues, colourful stories of velour and romance. Arrive in Jodhpur and transfer to Hotel.   Later visiting magnificent Mehrangarh Fort standing sentinel to the grandeur of the past, and houses a palace houses with rich collection of palanquins, howdas, royal cradels, miniature paintings etc. Down the road from Mehrangarh fort is Jaswant Thada, an attractive marble memorial to Maharaj a Jaswant Singh some sections of the thin marble walls are translucent feature extolled by resident guides as something of a miracle and Umaid Bhawan Palace, Only Palace built in mid 20th century in India this palace is also known as Chittar Palace as local chittar stone is used it is splendid example of Indo-colonial style. Evening Bishnoi Village walk. Overnight at Hotel.

Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Udaipur. Enroute visit Ranakpur temple exquisite architectural Jain temples amidst the peaceful Aravalli range three storied structure, with 29 halls, 80 domes and 1,444 pillars and no two pillars are alike every pillar is intricately carved with equal delicacy. Then continue your journey to Lake city - Udaipur Upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Morning breakfast at hotel and leave for city tour of Udaipur visiting City Palace - The largest palace complex of Rajasthan is a completely white structure standing majestically on a hill surrounded by crenellated walls. Lake palace or Jag niwas - one of the most beautiful palaces of the world, Jag Mandir - The island palace was commenced Maharana Jagat Singh and Jagdish Temple, Sahelion Ki Bari (Garden of the Maids) etc.   Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast at hotel and Later drive to Udaipur airport to connect flight to Jaipur. Arrive in Jaipur and transfer to Hotel. In the afternoon, you will visit the city of Jaipur. Among the highlights to be seen while touring Jaipur include the City Palace, which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armory, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur, built in 1726 and is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day. You will also have the opportunity to Enjoy Riskwaw ride to wander about the local markets. Return to your hotel after the sightseeing tour of Jaipur City. Overnight at hotel.

Morning After breakfast and leave for full day city tour to Amber fort and ride the hill on the back of decorated elephant and to the Pink city (Jaipur) built in the 1727 A. D. To visit Hawa Mahal - Palace of winds, Galta Ji temple (Also known as Moneky temple) and in the evening Aarti at Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at hotel.

Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Agra. Enroute visit Abhaneri stepwells. Later continue your drive to Agra upon arrival check in at hotel. Evening Heritage walk in Agra. Overnight stay at hotel. (Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday)    

Early morning Sunrise at Taj Mahal, world famous Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonder of the world. A pristine monument of undying love and also visit the rusty red sand stone Agra fort. The first of the great mughal buildings where three Mughal emperor left there foot prints.   Return to hotel for breakfast at hotel and drive to Delhi airport to connect flight to Cochin. Arrive at Cochin airport. Our Representative will be waiting for you outside the EXIT gate of arrival terminal, holding a placard. Met upon arrival and transfer to hotel.   Overnight at Hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel and Later you will proceed for sightseeing tour of Cochin visit Dutch Palace (Closed on Fridays and Jewish Holidays) is also known as Mattancherry Palace built by the Portuguese and presented to the Raja of Cochin in 1555 AD. It acquired the present name after 1663 when the Dutch carried out extensions and repairs in the palace. At no time did the Portuguese or Dutch stay here. Its interiors are decorated with murals from the Ramayana and there are some lively displays of royal costumes and palanquins. Continue to visit Jewish Synagogue (Closed on Fridays, Saturdays and Jewish Holidays) was built in 1568 AD. The Great Scrolls of the Old Testament, the copper plates in which the grants of privilege made by the Cochin rulers were recorded and the exquisite Chinese hand-painted tiles are of interest   Chinese Fishing Nets - The Chinese Fishing net that line the sea-front and exhibit a mechanical method of catching fish by local fishermen in Fort Kochi. Said to have been brought from China by traders of Kubalai Khan's Court, they are used at high tide. Also visit ST. Francis Church - the Protestant church was originally built by the Portuguese in 1510  AD and is believed to be the oldest church built by the Europeans in India. It is here the remains of the inveterate traveller, Vasco da Gamma were initially buried and 14 years later, his mortal remains were taken to Portugal. In the evening you will witness the dance performance of Kathakali. You can first demonstrate make-up, then explain the meaning of the gestures and facial expressions of the performers and, finally, play scenes from the Mahabharata or Ramayana.   Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast at Hotel and Later you will proceed for sightseeing tour of Cochin visit Dutch Palace (Closed on Fridays and Jewish Holidays) is also known as Mattancherry Palace built by the Portuguese and presented to the Raja of Cochin in 1555 AD. It acquired the present name after 1663 when the Dutch carried out extensions and repairs in the palace. At no time did the Portuguese or Dutch stay here. Its interiors are decorated with murals from the Ramayana and there are some lively displays of royal costumes and palanquins. Continue to visit Jewish Synagogue (Closed on Fridays, Saturdays and Jewish Holidays) was built in 1568 AD. The Great Scrolls of the Old Testament, the copper plates in which the grants of privilege made by the Cochin rulers were recorded and the exquisite Chinese hand-painted tiles are of interest   Chinese Fishing Nets - The Chinese Fishing net that line the sea-front and exhibit a mechanical method of catching fish by local fishermen in Fort Kochi. Said to have been brought from China by traders of Kubalai Khan's Court, they are used at high tide. Also visit ST. Francis Church - the Protestant church was originally built by the Portuguese in 1510  AD and is believed to be the oldest church built by the Europeans in India. It is here the remains of the inveterate traveller, Vasco da Gamma were initially buried and 14 years later, his mortal remains were taken to Portugal. In the evening you will witness the dance performance of Kathakali. You can first demonstrate make-up, then explain the meaning of the gestures and facial expressions of the performers and, finally, play scenes from the Mahabharata or Ramayana. Later drive to Munnar. Arrive in Munnar and transfer to Hotel.   Munnar - breathtakingly beautiful - a haven of peace and tranquillity - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favoured summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Unending expanse of tea plantations– pristine valleys and mountains- exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests - aroma of spice scented cool air - yes! Munnar has all these and more. It's the place you would love to visit - it's the place you would wish never to leave!     Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast in the hotel. Sightseeing tour of Munnar. Fresh air, healthy climate and the beauty of nature will create a special atmosphere for you. On the way stop in an amazing and quiet location, popular due to natural phenomena such as an echo (echo Point), as well as visiting a blooming garden, Eravikulam- national park, tea plantations, tea museum. Overnight at Hotel

Breakfast in the hotel and Moving to Allepey. Day cruise in Allepey in Premium House boat with lunch on Back waters of South India. Later return back to Cochin, Evening enjoy walk in Fort Cochin area or you can experience cycling in fort Cochin. Overnight in Hotel.  

Breakfast at Hotel and transfer to Cochin airport to connect flight to Mumbai. Arrive in Mumbai and transfer to Hotel. Mumbai (formerly called Bombay) is a densely populated city on India’s west coast. A financial center, it's India's largest city. On the Mumbai Harbour waterfront stands the iconic Gateway of India stone arch, built by the British Raj in 1924. Offshore, nearby Elephanta Island holds ancient cave temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The city's also famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry.   Afternoon proceed to visit Prince Wales of Museum, Gateway of India, Tower of Silence & Hanging Garden. Evening explore Marine drive. Overnight at the hotel

In the morning proceed to visit Elephanta cave (Remains closed on Monday). The Elephanta Caves is located on island hills about 11 km north-east of the Apollo Bandar, Mumbai and 7 km from the shore of the mainland, approximately covering an area of 7 km in circumference. The island is named after a colossal elephant found in the island, which is popularly known as ‘Gharapuri’.   Evening free for walk around Nariman point. Overnight at the hotel

Morning breakfast at Hotel and in time transfer to Mumbai airport to connect flight to onward destination. TOUR ENDS