Stairways Tours Kondhwa, Pune, Maharashtra

Duration : 12 Nights 13 Days Destinations : Bombay – Chennai – Kahcipuram – Mahaballipuram – Chidambram – Gangekondcholapuram – Tanjore – Trichy – Madurai – Periyar - Kovalam - Trivandrum - Bombay Day 01: Bombay Arrive Bombay and transfer to hotel. Later half day sightseeing and time for shopping. Overnight at hotel. Day 02. Chennai After breakfast fly to Chennai, on arrival you will be received by our representative arrive & check in at Hotel for overnight stay. Day 03. Chennai Breakfast & leave for sightseeing of Chennai, the first British major settlement in India. Visit Kapleshwara temple, St. Thomas Church, Art Gallery, St. George Fort, Marina beach. Return to Hotel for overnight. Day 04. Chennai – Kahcipuram – Mahaballipuram (130 Km, 05 hours) Morning leave for Mahaballipuram enroute Kanchipuram, once the Golden city of India to visit Shiv Kanchi and Vishnu Kanchi temples. Continue your drive to Mahaballipuram, arrive & check in at Hotel for overnight stay. Day 05. Mahaballipuram Morning visit 6-8th century Pallave rock cut caves, Panch Ratha temple, 7th century shore temple where both Vishnu & Shiva are enshrined under one roof and soap stone workers in the market who designs and made sculptures by chisel & hammer. This is very special to see. Afternoon free to enjoy at sea beach. Overnight at Hotel. Day 06. Mahaballipuram – Chidambram –Gangekondcholapuram – Tanjore Morning leave for Tanjore, your first stop will be at Chidambrum golden Natraja temple. Afterwards drive to Gangekondcholapuram exciting Shiva temple built from 1012-1044 AD by Kind Rajendra I. The speciality of the temple and 1000 years engineering is the rays of sun falls on Nandi (bull) and it reflects and give light to the Shiva Lingam since sun rise to sun set. Your next stop will be at Kumbakonam water tank, it is believed that after every 12years 9 scared holy rivers including holy Ganges are meeting here. During those Days thousands of pilgrims dip into the tank to wash their sins. Next stop at 13th century Shiva temple at Darasuram. Finally reach to Tanjore, arrive and check in at Hotel for overnight stay. Day 07 Tanjore – Trichy (56 Km, 01.12 hours) Morning sightseeing of Tanjore visiting Brideshwarar Shiva Temple was built by King Raja Rajan from the year 985 – 1010 AD. As usual South Indian temples have big Gopurmas (towers) but this temple is parameter shaped, 65 meters high from the ground. This is one of the superb temple architect of the Chola dynasty. Afterwards visit Raja Rajan art gallery to see bronze statures of 9-16th century. Return back to Hotel and after some rest drive to Trichy, arrive & check in at Hotel. Afternoon visit Srirangam Vishnu temple has 21 gopurmas (towers), one of the gopurma is 73 meters highest in India. Afterwards visit Rock Fort 83 meters above the ground having 344 steps to reach on the top to see Vinayaka temple. Return back to your Hotel for overnight stay. Day 08. Trichy – Madurai (131 Km, 03 hours) Morning leave for Madurai, arrive and check in at Hotel Taj Garden Retreat similar. Afternoon visit 16th century Thirumalai Nayak Palace. Afterwards visit biggest Meenakshi temple, the temple has two main shrines one is dedicated to goddess Parvati (Meenakshi) and another to Sunereshwara (Shiva). The doms of both the shrines are covered with heavy gold plates. You can also see 1000 pillars hall built in 16th century by Nayakas by pure granite stones. Return to hotel for overnight stay. Day 09. Madurai – Periyar (140 Km, 04 hours) Breakfast at Hotel and leaver for Periyar, arrive and check in at Hotel Spice Village Holiday Resort. Afternoon a special visit to the spices Garden to watch different varieties of spice plantations such as cardamom, cinnamon, peeper, clove, vanilla, ginger, tea and coffee plantations etc. Periyar is on 1000 meters above sea level and is rich in spice growing. 95% pepper in India is produced from here. Vaskodegama was the first European landed at Malabar coast in 1498 A.D. in search of spices. Those Days pepper was exported against the equal weight of gold, so in the beginning of 15th century pepper was called black gold. Afterwards visit Periyar Tiger Reserve by boat to watch different varieties of animals such as tiger, panther, leopard, bison spotted deer, barking deer, wild boar, groups of wild elephants and many birds. Return to Hotel for overnight stay. Day 10. Periyar – Houseboat Cruise After breakfast drive to Kumarakon to board houseboat Cruise to enjoy the cruise in backwaters. This cruise is very exciting and sensational to watch the real traditional Kerlan life who lives on the banks of backwaters. Overnight with full meals at Houseboat cruise. Day 11. Houseboat Cruise – Allepy – Cochin (60 Km, 01.12 hours) Houseboat will drop you at Allepy to board your vehicle & drive to Cochin. Arrive and check in at Hotel Casino or similar, afternoon visit Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets and St. Francis Church, one of the oldest Church built by the Europeans in 1503 A.D. Late afternoon visit to watch traditional Kerlan Kathakali dances. Overnight at Hotel. Day 12. Cochin – Kovalam (235 Km, 05 hours) Morning leave for Kovalam, arrive & check in at Hotel Samudra (KTDC) to enjoy at sea beach till day 15. Day 13. Kovalam (Trivandrum) – Chennai (By Flight) Transfer to Trivandrum airport to board flight for Chennai Bombay, transfer to International airport to board flight back to your country with pleasant memories of South India.

Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days Destinations covered : Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner - ,Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Kumbhalgarh – Udaipur – Kotah – Bundi – Ranthambhore - Jaipur - Delhi Day 01 : Arrive Delhi Assistance on arrival and transfer to the Hotel. Afternoon city tour of Delhi Old Delhi, constitutes of Red Fort built by Emperor Shahjehaan in 1638 AD,Jama Mosque largest mosque in India also built by Shahjehan, Raj Ghat and Shanti van-the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru and drives past Chandni Chowk, the main congested shopping hub of Old Delhi. New Delhi includes Qutab Minar, one of the earliest remains of Imperial Delhi (13th century AD ) Humayun's Tomb-the fine monument believed to be forerunner of Taj Mahal, India Gate, the 42 metre high arch was raised as a memorial to soldiers, drives past Parliament House, President's House,Secretariat Building, Laxminarayan Temple and The Connaught Place. Overnight at hotel. Day 02 : Delhi - Mandawa drive Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Mandawa and on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Havelies in Shekhawati Region to see fresco paintings on the walls and ceiling. Overnight at hotel. Day 03 : Mandawa - Bikaner drive Breakfast at hotel. After an early breakfast start the drive at 0700 hours to Bikaner, which is in true desert country, and part of the ancient caravan route that came from west and central Asia. After traversing this part of the Thar desert , one arrives at the fortified city of Bikaner. Check into the hotel. Afternoon city tour of -Bikaner city is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century Junagarh fort housing old palaces, temples and a mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. An enormous arched doorway leads to the Joramal Temple. The royal chapel is Har Mandir where royal weddings and births were once celebrated. Overnight at hotel. Day 04 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Jaisalmer. Arrive Jaisalmer and Check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 05 : Jaisalmer Breakfast at hotel. Morning city tour of Jaisalmer which is well known for weaving, embroidery, silver jewelry and its colorful bazaars. The fort has some of the most intricately carved havelis such as the Patwon ki Haveli, Nathmalji ki Haveli and Salim Singh ki Haveli and beautiful Jain temples. In the afternoon take a drive to the sand dunes of Sam and watch the spectacular sun set. One has the option to take a short camel ride. Overnight at hotel. Day 06 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur Breakfast at hotel. This morning after breakfast leave Jaisalmer at 0700 hours, stopping midway at Pokhran.Arrive Jodhpur by noon -the blue hued city of the Rathore Rajputs, overlooked by the imposing Mehrangarh fort. Jodhpur the former capital of the Mewar State was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha. Afternoon City Tour of Jodhpur. Half day tour visiting the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone Hill, including Moti-Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing Marble Memoriam built in 1899 and the museum located in the Umaid Bhawan Palace. Overnight at hotel. Day 07 : Jodhpur - Kumbhalgarh Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Kumbhalgarh. Arrive Kumbhalgarh and check-in at the hotel Afternoon visit Kumbhalgarh Fort. Overnight at hotel. Day 08 : Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur Breakfast at hotel. Morning leave Kumbhalgarh for Udaipur enroute visiting Ranakpur Jain temples which are well preserved and in near perfect condition. The most distinctive feature of the shrine dedicated to Adinath are the 29 halls of the temple which contain 1444 pillars of which no two are exactly alike. After lunch at Maharani Orchard, continue drive to Udaipur, Arrive Udaipur and check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel. Day 09 : Udaipur Breakfast at hotel. The highlights of an excursion to Udaipur city involves a visit to the City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari - Garden of the maids of honour, Jagdish Temple and museum of folkart. In the evening one has the option to take a boat ride on the Lake Pichola. Overnight at hotel. Day 10 : Udaipur - Kotah Breakfast at hotel. Morning leave Udaipur for Kotah enroute visiting Chittaurgarh the most romantic name in Rajasthan, where the famous Rajput beauty Rani Padmini en-amoured the Sultan of Delhi, Alauddin Khilji, upon seeing her reflection on a mirror. Visit the Chittorgarh Fort believed to have been built by the Mauryan rulers in the 7th century AD. Arrive at Kota - a fascinating mixture of medieval grandeur and modern industrialization - an impressive fort stands like a sentinel over the present day Chambal Valley Project with its many dams, while an old palace of the Hada Rajputs overlooks the turbulent Chambal river. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel. Day 11 : Kotah-Bundi-Ranthambhore Breakfast at hotel. Morning leave Kota for Ranthambore en-route visiting Bundi Fortress of medieval times standing sentinel to the city. Bundi is famous for its intricate paintings and murals Arrive Ranthambore and check-in at the hotel. Afternoon Jeep/Canter safari in the Ranthambore Sanctuary to see Tiger and other wild animals with naturalist Overnight at hotel. Day 12 : Ranthambhore - Jaipur Breakfast at hotel. Early morning jeep/Canter safari to view the wildlife. (Sanctuary remains closed from Jul. to Sep.) Breakfast at hotel. Afternoon drive to Jaipur and check-in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel. Day 13 : Jaipur Breakfast at hotel. Morning excursion to Amer Fort with elephant ride. Amer Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Jagmandir or the Hall of victory glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal and Temple of Kali. Ascend on Elephant back, the hill, on which the fort is situated. Afternoon city tour of Jaipur- is part of the exciting Indian Trail. It is here that the seekers of India experience their fantasy of a voyage of discovery. Jaipur is an exuberance of color, dance and song with the traditional arts and crafts. Known as the 'Pink City' is one of India's most well planned cities with wide straight avenues, roads, streets and lanes in a grid system. In the morning visit the impressive Amber Fort, the former capital of the Royal Family of Jaipur, taking an elephant ride to the top of the fort. Visit the City Palace, the Jantar Mantar, and the Hawa Mahal. Overnight at hotel. Day 14 : Jaipur Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure - optional day trip to Pushkar (140 km). Overnight at hotel. Day 15 : Jaipur - Delhi Breakfast at hotel. Late morning leave Jaipur for Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to international Airport for onward flight.

Duration : 12 Nights 13 Days Destinations Covered : Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Jhansi, Khajuraho, Varanasi, Kathmandu & Delhi Day 1 - Arrive Delhi Arrive Delhi. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Morning City Tour of Old Delhi visiting Red Fort, built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan, Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana-the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Also drive past Chandni Chowk, shopping centre of Old Delhi. Afternoon City Tour of New Delhi visiting Qutab Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (War Memorial Arch), Lakshmi Narayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple. Also drive past President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place- shopping centre of New Delhi. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2- Delhi - Jaipur Depart by surface for Jaipur enroute visiting Amer Fort with elephant ride. Amer Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Jagmandir or the Hall of victory glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal and Temple of Kali. Ascend on Elephant back, the hill, on which the fort is situated. Rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 - Jaipur Morning City Tour of Jaipur visiting Maharaja's City Palace and the Observatory. Drive past Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds and through the rose-pink residential and business areas of Jaipur. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 - Jaipur - Agra Depart for Agra by surface visiting Fatehpur Sikri (40 kms.) built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful building including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Panch Mahal and other palaces. On arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the Day Free. Day 5- Agra City sightseeing tour visiting the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in 1630 for his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Also visit the Agra Fort containing the Halls of Private and Public audience and other palaces. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6 - Agra - Jhansi - Khajuraho Transfer to the railway station to board the train for Jhansi. Assistance on arrival and transfer to Khajuraho by surface enroute visit Orchha. 16 km from Jhansi, Orchha's grandeur has been captured in stone, frozen in time; a rich legacy to the ages. For, on this medieval city, the hand of time has rested lightly and the palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th centuries, retain much of their pristine perfection.On arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 7 - Khajuraho - Varanasi Morning tour of temples. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Varanasi. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon City Tour of Varanasi visiting the Bharat Mata Temple with a big relief map of India in marble, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Mandir, Banaras Hindu University which has an Art Gallery and the Mosque of Mughal Emperor Aurangazeb. Overnight at the hotel. Day 8 - Varanasi Early morning boat cruise on the River Ganges followed by tour of Sarnath.Early morning boat excursion on the holy river Ganges to see the Bathing ghats and Cremation site. Watching people bathing and worshipping at the Ghats is one of the most extraordinary experiences of a visit to India. Later excursion to Sarnath. Half day tour of Sarnath, the buried Buddhist city where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon, Sarnath was a renowned school of learning from 6th century B.C. to 12th century A.D. Visit the ruins, the stupa, the Buddhist temple and the Museum.Overnight at the hotel. Day 9 - Varanasi - Kathmandu Transfer to airport to board flight to Kathmandu. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 10 - Kathmandu Morning tour of Kathmandu valley. Afternoon excursion to Patan. Overnight at hotel. Day 11 - Kathmandu Mountain flight in the morning (Optional). Afternoon excursion to Bhadgaon. Overnight at the hotel. Day 12 - Kathmandu - Delhi Transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 13 - Leave Delhi In time transfer to international airport to connect flight for onward destination.

Duration : 06 Nights / 07 Days Destinations : Delhi - Srinagar - Gulmarg - Delhi Day 1: Delhi Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. Later half day sightseeing of Delhi and evening time for shopping. Overnight at Hotel. Day 2: Delhi - Srinagar After breakfast transfer to domestic airport to connect flight for Srinagar. Upon arrival transfer to houseboat. Evening Shikara (A Gondola type boat) ride on Dal Lake. Lunch & Dinner at Houseboat. Day 3: Srinagar Houseboat After breakfast Full day excursion to Gulmarg with packed lunch from houseboat. (The world's highest Golf course is in Gulmarg). Dinner and Overnight at Houseboat. Day 4: Srinagar Houseboat After breakfast Morning city tour of Srinagar. Afternoon tour of Mughal Gardens. Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Houseboat. Overnight at the houseboat. Day 5: Srinagar Houseboat After breakfast excursion to Sonmarg which is the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. Carry packed lunch from Houseboat. On the way stop at many beautiful spots. Continue drive to Sonmarg 2690 mtrs ( Meadow of Gold). One can ride on horse to visit of Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year and Sonmarg is known as Gateway of Ladakh. Dinner and Overnight at the houseboat. Day 6: Srinagar Houseboat After breakfast excursion to Pahalgam 2440mtrs (valley of Kashmir) on the way visit Saffron fields, Avantipur ruins and Anantnag sulphur spring. (Carry packed lunch from Houseboat). Pahalgam is the most famous place for Indian Film industry. Enjoy the nature charm of the valley. In the evening return back to Houseboat. Dinner and Overnight at Houseboat. Day 7: Breakfast at houseboat Srinagar - Delhi: Transfer to airport to connect flight for Delhi. Arrival and transfer to the international airport to connect flight for onward destination.

Duration : 8 Nights7 Days Destination : Delhi – Darjeeling – Pelling - Kalimpong - Gangtok Day 1: Delhi Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. Later half day sightseeing of Delhi and evening time for shopping. Overnight at Hotel. Day 02 : Delhi - Darjeeling After breakfast transfer to railway station to board the train to New Jalpaiguri. Arrive NJP Rlw Station, drive to Darjeeling, Enroute  Visit  Mirick  Lake & Nepal Border, Overnight at Darjeeling.   Day 03 : Darjeeling After breakfast at hotel, depart for the sight seeing Full Day city tour of Darjeeling. Parmesan Nadia Himalayan Zoological park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Ropeway, Tensing -- Gumbo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday), Tea Estate, Lebong Race Course, Peace Pagoda. & Rock Garden –   Gangamaya Park. Overnight at  Darjeeling.   Day 04 : Darjeeling - Pelling Early Morning Excursion to Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop.   After breakfast at hotel, transfer to the  Pemyangtse.  ( Pelling ) On same day depart for sight seeing,  Pemyangtse  Monastery, The Rabdentse  palace ruins,  Khecheopalri  Lake &  Sing  shore  Bridge. Overnight at Pelling.   Day 05 : Pelling - Kalimpong After breakfast at  hotel, transfer to the  Kalimpong   &  we have a sightseeing Tour of  Deolo Hill, Dr Graham Homes School, Thonga Goma Monastary,  Mangaldham , Nurseries. Overnight at Kalimpong.   Day 06 : Kalimpong – Gangtok After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Gangtok   & Same Day Half day   city  tour of  Gangtok  Directorate  of  Handicrafts and Handlooms, Enchey Monastery, Research Institute of Tibetology, Chorten ( Stupa ), Orchid Sanctuary,  Rumtek  Monastery. Overnight at Gangtok.   Day 07 : Gangtok After breakfast at hotel, depart for the full day tour sightseeing of Thshangu Lake & Baba Mander. Overnight at Gangtok.   Day 08 : Gangtok - Delhi After breakfast at hotel, transfer to the NJP railway Station Bagdogra airport for Delhi.

Duration : 7 Nights 8 Days Destination : Delhi – Darjeeling – Kalimpong - Gangtok - Delhi Day 01: Delhi Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. Later half day sightseeing of Delhi and evening time for shopping. Overnight at Hotel. Day 02 : Delhi - Darjeeling After breakfast transfer to railway station to board the train to New Jalpaiguri. Arrive NJP Rlw Station Bagdogra airport, Transfer to Darjeeling, Enroute Visit Mirick Lake & Nepal Border, on stay at Darjeeling.   Day 03 : Darjeeling After breakfast at hotel, depart for the sight seeing Full Day city  tour of  Darjeeling. Parmesan Nadia Himalayan Zoological park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute ( Closed on Thursday),  Ropeway, Tensing  -- Gumbo  Rock, Tibetan  Refugee Self  Help Center  ( Closed on Sunday), Tea Estate, Lebong Race Course , Peace Pagoda. & Rock Garden –  Gangamaya Park. Overnight at Darjeeling.   Day 04 : Kalimpong Darjeeling Early Morning Excursion to Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop.  .After breakfast at  hotel, transfer to the  Kalimpong   &  we have a sightseeing Tour of  Deolo Hill, Dr Graham Homes School, Thonga Goma Monastary,  Mangaldham , Nurseries. Overnight at Kalimpong.   Day 05 : Kalimpong – Gangtok After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Gangtok   & Same Day Half day   city  tour of  Gangtok  Directorate  of  Handicrafts and Handlooms, Enchey Monastery, Research Institute of Tibetology, Chorten ( Stupa ), Orchid Sanctuary,  Rumtek  Monastery.  Overnight at Gangtok.   Day 06 : Gangtok After breakfast at hotel, depart for the sight seeing full day  tour of Thshangu Lake & Baba Mander. Overnight at Gangtok.   Day 07 : After breakfast at  hotel, transfer to the NJP Rlw  Station Bagdogra airport for Delhi. Day 08: Delhi Arrive Delhi and transfer to Airport for your journey back home.

Duration : 6 Nights 7 Days Destination : Delhi – Darjeeling – Gangtok - Delhi Day 01: Delhi Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. Later half day sightseeing of Delhi and evening time for shopping. Overnight at Hotel. Day 02 : Delhi - Darjeeling After breakfast transfer to railway station to board the train to New Jalpaiguri. Arrive NJP Rlw Station Bagdogra airport, Transfer to Darjeeling, Enroute Visit Mirick Lake &Nepal  Border, Overnight stay at Darjeeling.   Day 03 : Darjeeling After breakfast at hotel, depart for the sight seeing Full Day city tour of Darjeeling. Parmesan Nadia Himalayan Zoological park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Ropeway, Tensing -- Gumbo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday), Tea Estate, Lebong Race Course , Peace Pagoda. & Rock Garden – Gangamaya Park. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.   Day 04 : Darjeeling - Gangtok Darjeeling Early Morning Excursion to Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop. After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Gangtok  & Same Day Half day  city tour of Gangtok Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms, Enchey Monastery, Research Institute of Tibetology, Chorten ( Stupa ), Orchid Sanctuary, Rumtek Monastery,  Overnight at Gangtok.   Day 05 : Gangtok After breakfast at hotel, depart for the sight seeing full day tour of Thshangu Lake & Baba Mander. Overnight at Gangtok.   Day 06 : Gangtok - Delhi After breakfast at hotel, transfer to the NJP railway Station Bagdogra airport for Delhi. Day 07: Delhi Arrive Delhi and transfer to Airport for your journey back home.

Duration : 8 Nights 9 Days Destinations: Delhi – Shimla – Manali – Dharamsala - Dalhousie - Delhi Day 01: Delhi Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. Later half day sightseeing of Delhi and evening time for shopping. Overnight at Hotel. Day 02 : Delhi –Shimla After breakfast drive to shimla . Situated at a panoramic location this hilly town is surrounded by green pastures and snow –capped peaks. Arrive at shimla &check in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 03 : Shimla After Breakfast you depart for the winter sports capital-Kufri, where you an photograph yourself in hired pahari or Himnachal outfite,enjoy horse riding or Yak riding (on own). Proceed to Naldhera which is famous for its golf course and scenic beauty. Later in the evening you can visit the famous Mall Road of Shimla, where you could stop or just stroll around the ridge. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 3 : Shimla – Manali After Breakfast Transfer to Manali. On arrival check in at your hotel. Rest of the day is at Leisure. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 4 : Manali After breakfast , Morning visit Hadimba Devi Temple-Built in the tranquil and serene wood , Vashist Bath, Tibetan Monstery, and Roeirch gallery. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 5 : Manali Full day tour of rohtang pass- The majesty of the mountains and the glacierscan be seen at their best, you have next two hours to enjoy this snowy haven. Take a sledge ride down the slopes, try your luck climbing the little snow hills. On your descent to manali, Halt at the Rahalla Falls and Solang Valley. The Magnificent views and natural beauty are a never ending source of delight. Return to the hotel for overnight stay at hotel. Day 6 : Manali- Dharamsala After breakfast drive to Dharamsala. Arrive dharamsala and check in at hotel. After you will be visit Baijnath-the oldest exiating Shiva temple in the country,war memorial,Kangra Atr Museum,Dall lake, Mcleodgnj,St Johns Church. Overnight stay at hotel Day 7 : Dharamsala – Dalhousie After breakfast drive to Dalhousie. Arrive Dalhousie full day is at leisure for shopping and individual activities Or take an optional excursion to Chamba Valley knon for its 8th century Laxminarayan temple And Bhuri Sigh Museum which houses a rare collection of Kangra Paintings. Overnight stay at the hotel Day 8 : Dalhousie Full day Sightseeing to Khajjiar ,18 Kms from Dalhousie. It is called as Mini Switzerland of India .Overnight say at hotel. Day 9 : Dalhousie to Delhi After Breakfast Transfer to Delhi for your next journey.

Duration : 6 Nights / 7 Days Destinations: Cochin – Alleppey – Kumarakom – Periyar – Munnar - Cochin Day 01 : Cochin/ Kochi  On day 1 of the tour itinerary, the tourists will be taken to Kochi or Cochin. On arrival at Cochin, they will be given a warm welcome by our representative. The travelers will check into the hotel. Lunch will be served to the tourists, after which they will be taken on the sightseeing trip to explore the charming city of Kochi. Being the port city of Kerela, Kochi is one of the busiest places. There are plenty of sightseeing places in Kochi. To name a few, we have Balghatty palace, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry palace, Cochin harbor, Fort Cochin, Willington Island etc. Day 02 : Alleppey/Alappuzha  On day 2 of the Kerala honeymoon tour, the tourists will be taken on a drive to the awesome city of Alleppey, which is known for its backwaters and canals. Thus, it makes a perfect destination for the honeymooners to get lost in each other. The tranquility of the place and the breathtaking view of the beach will make them fall in love with the place. Day 03 : Kumarakom  The third day has something unique to offer. The tourists will enjoy the boat ride to Kumarakom, which is a fabulous picnic spot. Kumarakom houses even the rarely found exotic migratory water birds. The place is a paradise for people fond of bird watching. Overnight stay will be at the hotel. Day 04 : Periyar  On day 4, the newly wedded couples will be taken on an adventurous trip to visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Surrounded by lush green forests, the sanctuary boasts of its rich wildlife. It is one of the most enthralling experiences in Kerala. The sightseers will get the glimpse of the flora and fauna in their natural habitat. Periyar will truly set the mood for romance. The place will mesmerize you and create the perfect setting to boost your romantic feelings. Later, the tourists will enjoy the boat ride in the Periyar Lake. Overnight stay will be at the hotel. Day 05 : Munnar  After breakfast, the tourists will leave for Munnar, which is well known for its waterfalls & spice and tea plantations. The afternoon time will be for exploring Mattupetty, Rajamalai, Indo Swiss cattle project and Eravikulam National Park. After that, the travelers will be brought back to the hotel for the overnight stay. Day 06 : Munnar  The natural environs will add a spark to your love life. The lush green forests will take you back to the times of the romantic Bollywood classical oldies. The main tourist attractions in Munnar include Muttupetty dam, Raja Malai, and the Munnar Lake Day 07 : Kochi/ Cochin  On the seventh day, which is the last day of the tour package, the visitors will be taken back to Kochi, which will put an end to this amazing trip. Honeymoon in Kerala will leave an imprint on your mind and become a lifetime memory. From there, the tourists will proceed for their onward journey.

Duration : 8 Nights 9 Days Destinations: Cochin – Munnar – Periyar – Kumarakom – Alleppey – Poovar - Trivandrum Day 01 : Arrival at CochinKochi  After you arrive at the Cochin airport, you will be received by our representatives and taken to the hotel. There, you will check in and retire for the night Day 02 : Cochin - Munnar  In the morning, you will leave for Munnar, a picturesque hill station of Kerala. The lush green tea and coffee estates of the town lend it a great degree of magnificence. After reaching Munnar, you will check into the hotel, where you will stay overnight. Day 03 : Munnar Sightseeing  The entire day will be spent in visiting the picturesque locales of Munnar. You will also be visiting Pothamedu, Attukal, Devikulam and Mattupetty Lake. For the night, you will come back to the hotel. Day 04 : Munnar - Periyar  After having breakfast, you will leave for Periyar. On arrival, you will check into the hotel and freshen up a bit. Thereafter, you will go on a tour of the Periyar National Park, home to Tiger, Elephant, Wild Boar, Deer, etc. Overnight stay will be at the hotel. Day 05 : Periyar - Kumarakom  Early in the morning, you will go on a boat cruise at the Periyar Lake. Thereafter, you will leave for Kumarakom, a beautiful backwater village of Kerala. After reaching there, you will check into the hotel and rest for the night. Day 06 : Kumarakom - Alleppey  In the morning, you will board the traditional rice boats, known as Kettuvallam. Throughout the day, you will enjoy the picturesque beauty of Kerala, moving through the scenic backwaters and small lakes, to Alleppey. The calm and serenity experienced during the tour will leave you entirely at peace with yourself. The night stay will be at the houseboat only. Day 07 : Alleppey - Poovar  After having breakfast on board, you will disembark at Puthenagady Jetty. From there, you will leave for Poovar by road. Poovar is a beautiful island resort, situated amidst the serene backwaters and the magnificent sea. The exquisite flora of the island, combined with its scenic beauty, makes it the perfect place to unwind. After arriving, you will check into the resort and explore the picturesque surroundings. Overnight stay will be at the resort. Day 08 : Poovar  The entire day will be reserved for exploring the magnificent locales of Poovar. The night stay will be at the resort. Day 09 : Poovar - Trivandrum  In the morning, you will leave Poovar for Trivandrum airport, from where you will catch a fight back home.

Duration : 5 Nights 6 Days Destinations: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Pahalgam – Srinagar Day 01 : Arrival at Srinagar  On your arrival at the Srinagar airport, you will be met by our representatives. From there, you will be escorted to your respective houseboat. Thereafter, you will leave for a boat ride in the Dal Lake. The night stay will be at the houseboat. Day 02 : Srinagar  The entire day will be spent in roaming around the city of Srinagar. You will visit the magnificent Mughal Gardens, Shankaracharya Temple and the Old City. Overnight stay will be in the houseboat. Day 03 : Srinagar - Gulmarg  In the morning, you will drive down to Gulmarg. Enjoy the picturesque beauty of the valley on a Gondola ride or try golf at the world’s highest golf resort. For the night, you will stay at a hotel in Gulmarg. Day 04 : Srinagar - Pahalgam  After having breakfast, you will proceed towards Pahalgam. On arrival, you will check into a hotel. Throughout the day, enjoy the beautiful meadows and the scenic locales of the valley. The night stay will be at the hotel. Day 05 : Pahalgam - Srinagar  In the morning, you will leave Pahalgam for Srinagar. On arrival, you will again board the houseboat. The rest of the day will be spent in visiting the Hazratbal shrine and the beautiful Nagin Lake. Overnight stay will be in the houseboat. Day 06 : Departure from Srinagar The first half of the day will be for visiting the local market of Srinagar. In the afternoon, you will be escorted to the airport to catch a flight to your destination.

Duration : 09 Nights 10 Days Destinations Covered : Delhi – Agra – Khajuraho – Bandhavgarh – Kanha - Nagpur - Delhi Day 1 - Arrive Delhi Arrive Delhi. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Check-in 12 Noon. Afternoon City Tour of Old & New Delhi. VisitQutab Minar, India Gate (War Memorial), Lakshmi Narayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple, drive past President's House, Parliament House and Secretariat Buildings. Also visit Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2 - Delhi - Agra Transfer to railway station to board the train for Agra. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Morning excursion to Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri (40 kms) built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces.Afternoon City sightseeing tour visiting the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in 1630 for his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Also visit the Agra Fort containing the Halls of Private and Public audience and other palaces. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 - Agra - Khajuraho Transfer to airport to board the flight to Khajuraho. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon City Tour of Khajuraho. Visit the Eastern group of temples that consist of the Parasvanath Temple, which is the only Jain Temple surviving at Khajuraho and has excellent sculptures on the outer walls of the Sanctum, The Javeri Temple dedicated to Vishnu. The other temples in this group are those dedicated to Brahma, Yamuna and Adinath. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh Morning drive to Bandhavgarh National Park. On arrival check-in at lodge. Overnight at the lodge. Day 5 - Bandhavgarh Morning and evening game viewing and safari inside the park. Overnight at the lodge. Day 6 - Bandhavgarh - Kanha Morning game viewing and safari inside the park. Later leave for Kanha by surface. On arrival check-in at the lodge. Overnight at the lodge. Day 7 - Kanha Morning and evening game viewing and safari inside the park. Overnight at the lodge. Day 8 - Kanha - Nagpur Morning leave Kanha by surface for Nagpur. Arrive Nagpur check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 9 - Nagpur - Delhi In time transfer to airport to connect flight for Delhi. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 10 - Leave Delhi In time transfer to the airport to connect flight for onward destination.

Duration : 5 Nights 6 Days Srinagar, Gulmarg Sonamarg, Pahalgam Srinagar Day 1: Arrive Srinagar Arrive Srinagar, Upon arrival you will be transferred to your House Boat. This evening enjoy a Shikara ride on the picturesque Dal Lake and get mesmerized by the stunning beauty of snow clad mountain. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar (56 kms. 2 hrs. one way) This morning proceed for a full day excursion to Gulmarg, a Meadow of Flowers situated at an altitude of 2730 meters. Full day at leisure to take the leisurely walks on the lush green Meadow of Flowers with a backdrop of the the snowcapped mountains. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3: Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar (85 kms. 3-4 hrs one way) Full day return excursion to Sonamarg or Golden Meadow, situated at an altitude of 2743 metres, entire day is at leisure to get mesmerised by the natural beauty of the Himalayas, overnight at the hotel Day 4: Srinagar – Pahalgam (94 kms. 3 - 4 hrs.) Today you will be transferred by road to Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds - Situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder river, situated at 2,130 m. Arrive and proceed to your hotel, rest of the day at leisure to explore the countryside on your own. Overnight at the hotel Day 5: Pahalgam – Srinagar This morning you will be transferred back to Srinagar. After noon visit the Mughal Gardens, Rest of the day is at leisure shopping and individual activities, overnight at the Hotel. Day 6: Depart Srinagar Transfer to airport for your onward flight back home. End of the Tour.

Destination : Trivandrum - Kovalam - Somatheeram beach - Alleppey - Kumarakom - Periyar - Cochin - Lakshadweep – Cochin Duration : 10 Nights - 11 Days 01 Day: Arrive Trivandrum - Kovalam On arrival at Trivandrum you will be welcomed by our representative then drive to Kovalam (16 kms for half hour), on arrival transfers to the beach resort. Day free to relax and leisure activities in the beach resort. 02 Day: Kovalam - Somatheeram Beach Resort After breakfast drive to Somatheeram Beach resort. Day free to relax with the option of herbal oil massage and Ayurvedic treatments. Overnight at beach resort. 03 Day: Somatheeram Beach Resort After breakfast day free to relax with the option of herbal oil massage and Ayurvedic treatments. Overnight at the beach resort. 04 Day: Somatheeram Beach Resort Alleppey - Backwaters tours through sailing boat to Kumarakom After breakfast checkout and drive for Alleppey, on arrival embark at the houseboat. The day for the journey of backwaters in the boat, through the tropical countryside enchanting backwaters of Alleppey by regattas (snake boats) for which Kerala is very famous, while sailing enjoy palm fringed narrow canals winding through the vast expanse of paddy fields and the neat tiny hamlets lined up along either side of the canals are panoramic sights one can never forget. The Chinese fishing nets, the reminiscent of our past trade links, are also found on the way. Flocks of duck swimming around the banks and tiny birds flying across the sky remains as enduring pictures reflecting the charm of this tourist land, you also enjoy fishing from the houseboats, evening enjoy sunset from the sun-deck of the houseboats, moving towards Kumarakom. The Houseboats have generated electricity; sitting cum dinning area, separate bedroom with attached English toilets, sun deck and fully loaded kitchen with a Chef, and Srank (Driver). Overnight at the houseboat. 05 Day: Kumarakom After breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and drive to Kumarakom - for the nature-lover. Here in this backwater town, you can laze in a canoe amidst sylvan surroundings where the only presence is yours and the egrets. Later visit at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, located on the banks of the Vembanad Lake, to see bird viewing where numerous species of birds, including Darters, Bitterns, Brahminy kites, Marsh Harries, Teals and several varieties of Herons roost are found. For an inquisitive bird watcher, it is always advisable to carry their binoculars at all times. Return to hotel, Make sure you do not miss out on Karimeen and fresh toddy the favourite fresh water food and the local wine. Overnight stay at Kumarakom. 06 Day: Kumarakom After breakfast day free to rest and leisure activities in the Kumarakom. Be it to zip a cup of coffee, have an ice cream or a cold drink to cool of the ambience is just the right one in a great way. Full day leisure at your resort. Overnight stay at Kumarakom. 07 Day: Kumarakom - Periyar After breakfast checkout and drive to Thekkaddy, on arrival transfer to the hotel, later visit at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary one of India's biggest wildlife sanctuaries covering 777 sq. Km (300 Sq. miles) is a Tiger Reserve. Its centrepiece, the man-made Periyar Lake at the height of 2000 ft. covers 26 sq. km, running through the forests of the Western Ghats in Kerala, discover the park, animals found here include elephant, sambar, gaur and wild animals found here include elephant, sambar, gaur and wild boars and birds like ibis and grey heron. The visit is done in a boat to view animals with a bit of extra luck we may be able to see the rare tiger as well. Later in the evening take a spice plantation tour to see crops of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. on your way back to the hotel, you could stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices. Overnight at Periyar. 08 Day: Periyar - Cochin After breakfast checkout and drive to Cochin, on arrival transfer to hotel. Relax for some time, then take a site seeing tour of Cochin: Oasis state of Kerala & on to the Malabar Coasts & Kochi (formerly Cochin), one of the India's most colourful cities. This inter, connected series of Islands & shoreline presents a vivacious blend of Cultures & Religions; Visit to Fort Cochin & St. Frances Church to see the town of Vasco da Gama. We also see the Jewish Synagogue & the Mattancherry "Dutch" Palace. This evening a memorable experience in any journey in Kerala is a Boat Trip along the Palm Fringed Lakes & Backwaters of the Area; we enjoy this extraordinary excursion today. As we sail along the shady canals we see cantilevered Chinese fishing nets. From our launch, we enjoy use of narrow produced - Laden dugouts & the everyday life of families living on narrow spits of land between the waters. In the evening enjoy the Kathakali, one of India's most famous Classical dances. Lavish Costumes & Exotic makeup & Masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight at Cochin. 09 Day: Cochin -Agatti (Lakshadweep) After breakfast checkout and transfer to the Cochin airport, then board the morning flight for Agatti (airport of Lakshadweep), on arrival transfer to Beach resort by boat. Rest of the day free for leisure or to enjoy beach activities. Overnight at the resort. 10 Day: Lakshadweep The day is free for leisure; water sports and beach activities. Overnight at the resort. 11 Day: Lakshadweep - Cochin After breakfast check out the hotel and transfer to Agatti airport to board the morning flight for Cochin, on Arrival wait till the departing time of the next flight to hometown. On departure the tour concludes with happy memories.

Duration: 09 Nights 10 Days Destinations: Cochin – Munnar – Periyar – Kumarakom – Thotapallai – Kovalam - Trivandrum Day - 1 - Arrive Cochin You arrive in Cochin by international flight. After a traditional Welcome, our representative would meet & assist you at the airport and to our hotel for check-in. Afternoon we leave for a boat cruise on sunset and in the evening we see Kerala's most popular classical dance, Kathakali. Overnight stay at the hotel. Day - 2 - Cochin - Munnar Cochin always had a very popular and historical sea trade connection with Middle East, Mediterranean Europe, Dutch and British. It has one of the finest natural harbours on the Arabian coastline. Its cosmopolitan character is reflected in the buildings and structures representing different regions of the world. It is one of the few places in the world where one can see a Jewish synagogue, Portuguese churches, architecture, mosques, temples and Chinese fishing nets, all in one city. A city of peninsulas and islands, today it is Kerala's commercial hub. In the morning at 0900 hrs we leave for a half day city tour of Cochin, with visits to St. Francis' Church, Dutch Palace (Built by the Portuguese), Jew Town, the Jewish Synagogue built in the year 1568, spice market, where the air is filled with the pungent smell of spices, and Chinese fishing nets. Later in the afternoon we drive to Munnar. The distance of approximately 150 km is covered in around 4 hours while enjoying the scenic beauty with marvelous waterfalls, high mountains and low flying clouds passing through. Upon arrival check-in hotel for overnight stay. (B) Day - 3 - Munnar Munnar is one of the most popular hill stations in India, Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 Mts. above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience. Munnar is essentially a tea town. Morning post breakfast we head for a half-day tour of Munnar, visiting the world's highest tea estates spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometres, Lush green hills all around - a place to be seen to be believed, and Eravikulam National Park (Park is closed in the month of January and February), the best place to see the Nilgiri Tahr (mountain goat). Rest of the day at leisure to explore the destination on your own. Overnight stay at hotel. (B) Day - 4 - Munnar - Periyar Today we head for one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in India, the Periyar Wildlife Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar, we assist you to check in at our hotel. Set on an attractive lakeside, it is South India's most popular Wildlife Sanctuary. Late afternoon at 1500 hrs we shall take you to a guided Spice and plantation tour in one of the Spice Gardens Plantations for which this region is famous. Overnight stay at the hotel. (B) Day - 5 - Periyar - Kumarakom Periyar is a place to cruise on the lake and gives an opportunity to see wildlife. It is home to tigers, leopards, elephants, bison (gaur), antelopes, sambhar, wild boar, money etc, and a wide variety of birds. Early morning before breakfast at 0630 hrs we go for a wildlife viewing to the sanctuary on lake Periyar by boat cruise. After two hours of wildlife viewing we get back to the hotel for breakfast. Later we leave for Kumarakom known for its backwaters, huge Vembanad Lake and the famous Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Check in at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure for independent activities. Overnight stay. (B) Day - 6 - Kumarakom - Thothapalli (Overnight Houseboat) After breakfast a visit to Bird Sanctuary. There are two seasons for birds: between October and February there are cormorants, teals, and other ducks and from February to July there are darters (snake birds), night herons, egrets, and Siberian storks. It also has golden backed woodpecker, crow pheasant, white-breasted water hen, tree pie etc. This region is famous for its beautiful backwaters and village life revolving around the banks of these backwaters. On arrival board the houseboat, locally called Kettuvallam, and cruise around backwaters of Kumarakom to Thothapalli to observe and experience the daily life of the villagers along the backwaters. Overnight stay in the houseboat. (B, L, D) Day - 7 - Thothapalli - Kovalam (90 km 2 hrs) Disembark the houseboat and next we head for Kovalam, South of Trivandrum, one of India's best beaches and famous for water sports in Southern India. The day's invested in exploring the unbounded beauty of this place. Overnight stay. (B) Day - 8 - Kovalam Day at leisure and overnight stay at hotel. (B) Day - 9 - Kovalam Day at leisure and overnight stay at hotel. (B) Day - 10 - Kovalam - Trivandrum (Depart) Tour concludes. We thanks you for your patronage and ensures a punctual transfer to the Railway Station Airport for your onward travel.

Duration: 12 Nights 13 Days Destinations: Trivandrum – Alleppey – Kumarakom – Periyar – Munnar – Cochin – Kovalam – Ayurveda Therapy Center - Trivandrum Day 01 : Arrival at Trivandrum After you arrive at the Trivandrum airport, our representatives will meet you and escort you to the hotel. There, you will check in and retire for the night. Day 02 : Trivandrum - Thottapally - Alleppey In the morning, you will drive to Thottapally. There, you will board a houseboat, which will take you to Alleppey through the backwaters. The entire day, you will experience the natural beauty and the calmness that characterizes Kerala. The night stay will be in the houseboat. Day 03 : Alleppey - Kumarakom In the morning, you will reach Alleppey, have breakfast on board and then, leave for Kumarakom by car. On arrival, you will check into the resort. Thereafter, you will visit the Kumarakom bird sanctuary. Overnight stay will be at the resort. Day 04 : Kumarakom - Periyar You will leave Kumarakom on a water boat and sail towards Periyar National Park. After reaching there, you will check into the hotel and then, explore the rich wildlife of the park. The night stay will be at the hotel. Day 05 : Periyar - Munnar In the morning, you will proceed towards Munnar, one of the most beautiful hill resorts of Kerala. After checking into the hotel, you will visit the Munnar National Park, along with coffee, tea and spice gardens. By late evening, you will come back to the hotel and stay overnight. Day 06 : Munnar - Cochin From Munnar, you will move towards Cochin. After arriving there, you will check into the hotel and freshen up a bit. After that you will visit Fort Kochi, Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church and the Dutch Palace. Overnight stay will be at the hotel. Day 07: Cochin - Kovalam In the morning, you will drive down to Kovalam and check into the Ayurvedic Treatment Center. On the way, you will visit the magnificent Kovalam Beach. The night stay will be at the ayurvedic center. Day 08-12 : Kovalam Ayurveda Treatment Therapy Center You will spend an entire week, from the eighth day to the twelfth day at the Ayurvedic Treatment Center of Kovalam, following a strict Ayurvedic regime in the prescribed pattern under the guidance of the Ayurveda experts. Day 13: Kovalam - Trivandrum  In the morning, you will leave Kovalam for the Trivandrum airport, where you will board the flight to your destination.

Duration: 14 Nights 15Days Destinations: Trivandrum – Alleppey – Kumarakom – Periyar – Munnar – Cochin – Kovalam – Ayurveda Therapy Center - Trivandrum Day 01 : Arrival at Trivandrum  Upon arrival at Trivandrum airport, you will be met by our representatives. From there, you will be escorted to the hotel for a check in. The night stay will be at the hotel. Day 02 : Trivandrum - Alleppey  In the morning, you will leave Trivandrum for Thottapally. On arrival, you will board a houseboat and travel through the backwaters to Alleppey. Overnight stay will be in the houseboat. Day 03 : Alleppey - Kumarakom  Early in the morning, you will reach Alleppey and leave the houseboat. From there, you will drive down to Kumarakom, which serves as a natural habitat for the birds. The night stay will be at the Kumarakom resort. Day 04 : Kumarakom - Periyar National Park  You will move towards the Periyar National Park in the morning. The whole day will be spent in enjoying the rich wildlife of the park. The evening will be for a boat ride at the Periyar Lake. Overnight stay will be at Periyar. Day 05 : Periyar - Munnar  Morning will start with a drive towards Munnar, the erstwhile summer resort of the British. The tea plantations, pristine valleys and mountains, exotic species of flora and fauna of the place will keep you occupied in the day. Evening will be spent in the National Park. The night stay will be at Munnar. Day 06 : Munnar - Cochin  Day sixth will be reserved for traveling to Cochin City. After arrival, you will check into the hotel and freshen up a bit. Following soon after, will be a sightseeing tour of the city, where you will visit Fort Cochin, the Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace, Paradeshi Synagogue, etc. In the evening, you will enjoy a Kathakali dance performance. Overnight stay will be at the hotel. Day 07 : Cochin - Kovalam  After having breakfast, you will leave for Kovalam. After arriving, you will check into an Ayurvedic center. The rest of the day will be spent in relaxing at the serene Kovalam Beach. The night stay will be at Kovalam. Day 08-14 : Kovalam Ayurvedic Treatment Center  You will spend an entire week, from the 8th to the 14th day, at the Ayurvedic center and undergo the treatment program. Day 15 : Kovalam - Trivandrum  In the morning, you will leave Kovalam for Trivandrum airport, from where you will catch a flight back home.

Duration: 07 Nights 8Days Destinations: Cochin - Kumarakom - Periyar including an Overnight Backwater cruise Day-01: Arrive Cochin You will be met on your arrival at Cochin International airport and transferred to the hotel of your choice. Cochin or Kochi (new name) is the palm green commercial capital of Kerala. Overnight in Cochin. Day-02 : In Cochin Breakfast at the hotel followed by a sightseeing tour of Cochin visiting - St. Francis Church, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue and the Chinese fishing nets. Overnight in Cochin. Day-03 : Cochin-Periyar After breakfast, depart for Periyar by road (200 kms05 hrs). The Periyar Wildlife sanctuary is one of the best maintained wildlife sanctuaries in Southern India, giving an opportunity of spotting elephants, leopards, tigers and bisons, amongst various other species of flora and fauna. On your arrival in Periyar check into the Spice Village Resort. Overnight at the Spice Village Resort. Day-04: In Periyar Early morning boat ride on Periyar lake for wildlife viewing . After breakfast a short jungle trek with a naturalist to view flora, fauna and avifauna. Overnight at the Spice Village Resort. Day-05: Periyar-Kumarakom After breakfast, depart for Kumarakom by road (200 kms05 hrs). On your arrival in Kumarakom check-in to the Coconut Lagoon Resort for another unique experience. Overnight at the Cocunut Lagoon Resort. Day-06 : In Kumarakom Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight at the Coconut Lagoon Resort. Day-07: Kumarakom - Houseboat After breakfast, board houseboat for overnight cruise in the backwaters of Kerala. Cruise takes you through the palm fringed canals and is a unique way to discover Kerala. Evening candlelit dinner on board houseboat. Overnight on board the Houseboat. Day-08: Houseboat-Cochin After breakfast, disembark the houseboat in Alleppey and depart for Cochin International Airport by road (85kms 02 hrs) to board your flight home.

Duration : 11 Nights / 12 Days Destinations Covered : Mumbai - Cochin - Periyar - Kumarakom - Mararikulam Ayurveda Tour in India Day 1 - Arrive Mumbai Arrive Delhi. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Check-in at 12 Noon. Afternoon City Tour of Old and New Delhi. Visit Qutab Minar, India Gate (War Memorial), Lakshmi Narayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple, drive past President's House, Parliament House and Secretariat Buildings. Also visit Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2 - Mumbai - Cochin In time transfer to the airport to connect flight for Cochin. You are greeted on arrival at Cochin International Airport and driven to hotel. which lies in the shade of Cardamom Hills and is a beautiful area of tranquil winding roads, tea gardens, rubber estates and spice plantations. Check-in at the hotel. If you are upto it, you can visit the resident "VAIDYA" (Ayurveda Doctor) for consultation. You can also do it the following day. Day 3 - 9 - Ayurveda Therapy At Village Coconut Lagoogn Marari Beach Ayurveda Tour in India - Seven days have now been set aside for the Ayurveda Therapy. The resident doctor after consultation plans your programme and will also suggest your diet and the therapy commences in right earnest. Please remember that during this period you should not exert yourself and for best result no alcohol, no tobacco and strict vegetarian diet. The therapy involves various herbal massages, steam baths and yoga. If you follow the directions of the "VAIDYA", we can assure you that you will come out totally relaxed and a great feeling of wellness. Remember to bring some of your favourite books to catch up on all the reading you may have missed. Day 10 - Periyar - Kumarakom - Marari Beach The Rejuvenation Therapy is over, but it is best to relax and allow you body to re-adjust after one week of massage. Day 11 - Periyar - Kumarakom - Marari Beach Your last day at Periyar, perhaps you could do a boat safari in lake Periyar and try to catch a wild elephant or relax at Kumarakom / Marari Beach. After lunch drive to Cochin. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 12 - Leave Cochin In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for onward destination.

Destinations Covered : Cochin- Periyar - Kumarakom - Kovalam - Trivendrum Duration : 10 nights 11 days Day 01- Arrive Cochin by International flight. Meeting and assistance on arrive and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 02- Breakfast at hotel Morning city tour of Cochin by an airconditioned transport with English or language speaking guide-Cochin is the natural harbour created 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. It has a Jewish synagogue, Portuguese churches, mosques & Hindu temples. Watch the Chinese Fishing Nets. Afternoon back water cruise with english or language speaking guide. Overnight at hotel. Day 03- Breakfast at hotel Morning leave Cochin by an airconditioned transport for Periyar enroute visiting Tea Gardens. Arrive Periyar and check in at hotel Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 04- Breakfast at hotel Morning & Evening boat cruise on Lake Periyar-The 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 cruising on 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 During day time visit Spice plantations. Overnight at hotel. Day 05- Breakfast at hotel Morning leave Periyar by an airconditioned transport for Kumarakom. Arrive Kumarakom and check in at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel Day 06- Breakfast at hotel Morning leave for jetty to catch Houseboat which will take you through narrow canals for visit of paddy fields, local houses, churches etc. Lunch, Dinner and Overnight on Houseboat. Day 07- Breakfast on Houseboat Morning your houseboat will drop you at the jetty of Allepey from where you will leave by an airconditioned transport for Mararikulam or Kovalam. Arrive Mararikulam or Kovalam and check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel. Day 08- Breakfast at hotel Full Day at Leisure Overnight at hotel. Day 09- Breakfast at hotel Full Day at Leisure Overnight at hotel. Day 10- Breakfast at hotel Full Day at Leisure Overnight at hotel. Day 11- Breakfast at hotel Morning leave Mararikulam for Cochin airport or from Kovalam to Trivandrum airport to catch International flight for Onward Destination.

Destinations Covered : Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppy -Cochin Duration : 9 nights / 10 days Stay in Houseboats on Backwaters of Kerala... The Kerala Backwaters is the main reason to visit Kerala for most travellers and hence, arguably, the most important component in any trip to Kerala. Day 1 : Cochin Arrival at Kochi (Cochin) meet and assistance at the airport / railway station by our representative and transfer to your hotel. Proceed for a half day sight seeing of Cochin by boat. A few interesting sites included in the tour are the Chinese fishing nets along the Vasco Da Gama Square, Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church, VOC Gate, Bastion Bungalow etc. Apart from these architectural splendors, an array of restaurants serving fresh seafood is also popular among tourists. The Chinese fishing nets erected on teak wood and bamboo poles work on the principle of balance. Records say they were first set up here between AD 1350 and 1450. Vasco Da Gama Square, the narrow promenade that parallels the beach, is the best place to watch the nets being lowered and pulled out of the sea. Over night stay at hotel in Cochin. Day 2 : Cochin to Munnar By Road - 130 km in 4 hr Proceed to Munnar enjoying the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls, high mountains with the low flying clouds passing by. In the evening you can go for sight seeing of Munnar which includes the Raja Malai - a top peak of Munnar where you can see Neel Thar (mountain goats). Other important places are Muttupetty dam and Indo Swiss project (you can also enjoy boating in the Lake) and witness tea gardens spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometers. Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathani & Kundala. 1600 meter above sea level this hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling Tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, and holiday facilities make this a popular resort town. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji. This flower which bathes the hills in the blue every twelve years, will bloom next in 2006 AD. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India - Anamudi, which towers over 2695 m. Anamudi is an ideal spot for trekking. Overnight stay will be at hotel. Day 3 : Munnar-Anamudi-Munnar Morning, after breakfast, visiting of tea plantations, Anamudi, Eravikulam National Park, Devikulam, Mattupetty, Pallivasal, Pothamedu, Attukal etc. Rest of the day will be at leisure. Overnight stay at Munnar. Day 4 : Munnar - Periyar (THEKKADY) By Road - 110 km in 3 hr Morning, proceed to Periyar on the way visiting Idukki dam. Check in at hotel on arrival. Periyar wildlife sanctuary is home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more. Evening go for boat cruise in the lake to watch wild animals. Overnight stay will be at Periyar. Day 5 : Periyar Morning, after breakfast boating through Periyar lake - Wildlife sanctuary. You can visit the rare species of plants and animals. Afternoon visit spice plantations like cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. on your way back to the hotel, you could stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices. Stay the night at Periyar. Day 6 : Periyar - Kumarakom By Road - 130 km in 4 hr Early morning proceed to Kumarakom. Reach and visit the Bird Sanctuary. Proceed to the Vembanand Lake. The backwaters of Kerala are a unique product of Kerala and are found nowhere else in the world. Backwaters are a network of lakes, canals and estuaries and deltas of forty-four rivers that drain into the Arabian Sea. The backwaters of Kerala are a self supporting Eco-system teeming with aquatic life. The canals connect the villages together and are still used for local transport. Over 900 km of this labyrinthine water world is navigable. Check into a traditional houseboat of Kerala Style and go on a leisurely backwater cruise along the lake on a thatched houseboat. The houseboat with all modern comforts lets you discover the countryside at your own pace. You will have lunch, dinner and breakfast in the Houseboat. A ride on the houseboat is a fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters. Cruise through the backwaters to Alleppy. Overnight will be at Houseboat. Day 7 : House Boat Cruise Today also you will be cruising through the backwaters of Kerala and stay overnight in the Houseboat. Day 8 : Alleppey Disembark the boat at the reception of the backwater resort at Alleppey. Alappuzha is famous for its boat races, houseboats, coir products, fish and lakes. Alappuzha remains prominent on the tourist trial of Kerala as one of the major centres for backwater boat trips. "Kuttanad" in Alappuzha is one of few places in the world where farming is done below sea level. Kuttanad is a land of lush paddy fields and is called the 'Rice Bowl' of Kerala. Kuttanad stretches for 75 Km sandwiched between the sea and the hills. Check in at the resort. This resort is one of the finest one in Alleppey Here you can enjoy the lively villages and backwaters. Overnight will be at Alleppy. Day 9 : Kochi After breakfast proceed to Kochi. Reach and spend the day shopping. In the evening proceed for KATHAKALI DANCE PRESENTATION. Overnight will be at Kochi. Day 10 : Departure Breakfast will be at hotel. Visit Shiva Temple and transfer to airport/railway station according to the timings of flight/train.

Destinations : Delhi - Amritsar -Delhi, Srinagar - Ladakh - Delhi Duration : 12 nights 13 days Day01- Arrive Delhi Arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. Day02- Amritsar After breakfast transfer to railway station to connect train for Amritsar. Arrive Amritsar and transfer to hotel. Afternoon city tour of Amritsar by an air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking guide visiting Golden Temple, Jalian Wala Bagh etc. Overnight at hotel Day 03- Amritsar Morning After breakfast excursion to Taran Taran by an air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking guide. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 04-Delhi After breakfast transfer to railway station to connect train for Delhi. Arrive and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 05- Srinagar After breakfast transfer to airport to connect flight for Srinagar Arrive Srinagar and check in Houseboats. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and Overnight at Houseboat. Day 06- Srinagar Morning After breakfast Half day city tour of famous Mughal Gardens visiting the Nishat Bagh (The garden of Pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). Return to houseboat for hot lunch. Late afternoon Shikara ride on The Dal Lake to enjoy the beauty that GOD has graced this city with which is often compared to Venice. You will get a view of some very interesting places around the Lake. Dinner & Overnight at Houseboat. Day 07 Kargil After breakfast on Houseboat, leave Srinagar by non air-conditioned transport for Kargil via Sonmarg with packed lunch.. After Sonmarg most rough road and wet Zojila pass 3527 Mtrs. (Gateway of Ladakh). Continue drive towards Drass ( The second coldest inhibited place in the world) we stop here for tea and passport check. Another two and half hours drive will take you to Kargil (2710 Mtrs) which has got its importance after opening of Ladakh for tourists in 1974.Arrive Kargil and check in at hotel Dinner & Overnight at hotel. Day 08- Leh Morning After breakfast, leave for full day drive to Leh. Today you will ascend three passes. This day will be tiresome but panoramic too. First Buddhist village will be Mulbek. You have to cross the highest pass (Fotula 13749 ft) on Srinagar Leh route. At lunch time you will be at Lamayuru oldest Monastery. Lunch at local restaurant. Continue drive to next village Nimu a view of Zanskar River flowing into Indus. Finally you will reach Leh 3500 Mtrs. Dinner and Overnight at hotel Hotel. Day 09- Leh Leisurely breakfast. Morning free for personal activities and at leisure. Lunch at hotel. Afternoon half day tour of Phyang, Spituk and Shanker Gompa. Dinner and Overnight at hotel Carvan SaraiD'Zojila.. Day 10 Leh After breakfast Full day excursion to the famous monasteries, it is interesting to visit early in the morning to enjoy the praying ceremony at Thiksey monastery. Lunch on the way. Continue drive to Hemis monastery which is one of the most famous monastery of the Ladakh region. On the way back visit to Shey Palace. Dinner and Overnight at hotel. Day 11- Delhi After breakfast transfer to airport to connect flight for Delhi. Arrive and transfer to hotel Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 12- Breakfast at hotel After breakfast Morning city tour of Old Delhi by an air-conditioned Transport with guide visiting Red Fort, built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan, Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana-the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Also drive past Chandni Chowk, shopping centre of Old Delhi. Afternoon city tour of New Delhi by an air-conditioned transport with guide, visiting Qutab Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (War Memorial Arch), Lakshmi Narayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple. Also drive past President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place- shopping centre of New Delhi. Farewell dinner at Delhi’s only revolving restaurant. Overnight at hotel. Day 13 In time transfer to airport to connect International flight for Onward Destination.

Durations : 09 Nights 10 Days Destinations Covered : Delhi - Leh - Alchi - Leh - Delhi Day 1 - Arrive Delhi Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon City Tour of Old and New Delhi. Visit Qutab Minar, India Gate (War Memorial), Lakshmi Narayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple, drive past President's House, Parliament House and Secretariat Buildings. Also visit Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2 - Delhi - Leh In time transfer to airport to connect flight for Leh. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Day at leisure. In the evening short walk around Leh bazaar. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 -Leh Full day excursion to the famous monasteries, it is interesting to visit early in the morning to enjoy the praying ceremony at Thiksey monastery. Continue drive to Hemis monastery which is one of the most famous of the Ladakh region. On the way back visit to Shey Palace. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 - Leh After late breakfast, half day visit of Spituk and visit Phyang monastery. Afternoon visit by foot to Kings Palace, Leh Mosque, Leh Gompa, Shankar Gompa and Leh bazaar. Overnight at the hotel. Day 5 - Leh After early breakfast, Full day excursions to Khardongla pass which is the highest motorable pass in the world 5600 meters and has been recorded in the Guniees Book of World Records. At the top enjoy the nature beauty of snow capped mountains. In the late afternoon return back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6 - Leh - Alchi After early breakfast Leave for Alchi monastery known as Alchi Choskor, the only monastery in the Ladakh on flat ground. On the way visit Bazgo Castle lie on the right bank of the Indus valley. By the lunch time you reach Alchi. Afternoon visit the Alchi monastery and explore the nature beauty of Alchi village. Overnight at the hotelguest house. Day 7 - Alchi - Lamayuru - Leh After early breakfast Leave Alchi and continue drive to Lamayuru via Khaltsi (passport checking point). From here another 22 kms drive will take us to Lamayuru. The oldest and spectacularly se Lamayuru monastery founded in the 10th Century. Visit the monastery. In the late afternoon drive back to Leh which is 45 hours drive. Overnight at the hotel. Day 8 - Leh After breakfast Morning half day visit to Stok Palace. The Palace was built by King Tsespal Tondup Namgyal in 1825. On the way back visit the Choglamsar village (The Tibetan refugee Camp) which is famous for Tibetan Culture, History and Buddhism. Afternoon day for personal activities or visit to the local Ladakhi family house which can be arranged on request. Overnight at the hotel. Day 9 - Leh - Delhi After breakfast transfer to airport to connect flight for Delhi. Arrival and transfer to hotel (short stay). Day 10 - Leave Delhi In time transfer to airport to connect flight for onward destination.

Duration : 21Nights22Days Destinations: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Pachewar – Pushkar – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Shimla – Dharamshala – Amritsar - Delhi Day 1, DELHI : Arrival transfer to hotel. Day 2, AGRA : Early morning express train to Agra. Afternoon guided tour of the Taj Mahal. Day 3, JAIPUR : Drive to Jaipur via the former Moghul capital of Fatehpur Sikri. Day 4, JAIPUR : Morning orientation tour of the Pink City of Jaipur. Afternoon visit to the Amber Fort. Day 5, PACHEWAR : Morning at leisure in Jaipur. Afternoon drive to the small village of Pachewar where we stay in the lovely 300-year-old fort, with its massive ramparts and large gardens. Day 6, PUSHKAR : A short drive to the laid back desert oasis of Pushkar. There is plenty of time to explore the lakeside with its many holy men, pilgrims and temples. Day 7, JODHPUR : Continue to Jodhpur. Afternoon visit to the impressive Meherangarh Fort. Day 8, CAMEL SAFARI : We drive into a remote part of the Thar Desert to start our camel safari. We spend the night in a beautiful tented camp. Day 9, JAISALMER : Cross the desert to the fortress city of Jaisalmer. Within the fortress walls the cobbled streets are strewn with palaces, mansions of rich merchants (havelis), and Jain temples that were built between the 12th and 15th centuries. Day 10, JAISALMER : A free day to explore this amazing city with its medieval atmosphere. Day 11, BIKANER : Drive to Bikaner, a desert outpost which was a major trading centre on the old caravan route from Central Asia. The old city of Bikaner has a maze of narrow lanes and some beautifully carved havelis in red sandstone. We spend the night with a Rajput family. Day 12, BIKANER - TRAIN : Visit the fabulous Junagadh Fort. Later board the sleeper train to Chandigarh. the most famous of the hill-stations. Day 13, SHIMLA : We travel by bus to Shimla, the most famous of the hill-stations. Day 14, SHIMLA : Free day to enjoy the many beautiful walks in the pine-clad hills that surround Shimla. Day 15, MANALI : Continue by bus to the hillstation of Manali, one of the most scenic areas of Himachal Pradesh. Day 16, MANALI : Full day at leisure. This area is ideal for low level treks and walks with stunning views. Day 17, DHARAMSALA : We travel to the hill-station of Dharamsala in a spectacular mountain setting. Day 18, DHARAMSALA : Perched on the slopes of the Kangra Valley, Dharamsala is home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan Government in exile. Their settlement at Mcleod Ganj is a colourful example of Tibetan culture with many brightly coloured prayer flags and temples. We have a full day to explore the town. Day 19, DHARAMSALA : Optional walk through the mixed forest of oak, rhododendron and deodar trees to Triund, an alpine meadow situated atop a flat ridge with fine views of peaks of Dhauladhars and Kangra valley. Day 20, AMRITSAR : Travel to Amritsar, the capital of Punjab. Day 21, AMRITSAR - DELHI : Morning visit to the Golden Temple. Evening express train to Delhi. Day 22, DELHI : Tour ends.