Major Locations covered
Arrive in Delhi, where a warm welcome awaits from your Minding India team. Transfer to The Suryaa hotel (or similar) for a two-night stay. Spend the afternoon unwinding — perhaps a swim in the pool or a leisurely walk nearby. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Begin the day with a rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi. Visit the grand Jama Masjid and the serene Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat. In the afternoon, explore New Delhi’s colonial-era architecture, including Humayun’s Tomb and the towering Qutb Minar.
Travel by road to Agra (approx. 4–5 hours). Visit the impressive Agra Fort and the exquisite tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula. Conclude the day with a heritage walk through the historic lanes of Agra. Stay: Grand Mercure or similar
Visit the hilltop Amber Fort, famed for its Mirror Palace. Later, explore the City Palace, the royal observatory (Jantar Mantar), and stop for photos at the iconic Hawa Mahal. End the day with a drive through the colourful bazaars.
Take a morning flight to Mumbai and transfer to The Leela Mumbai or similar. Explore the Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus, Marine Drive and the Hanging Gardens overlooking the city.
Fly to Cochin, Kerala’s colonial port city. Transfer to Fragrant Nature or similar for a two-night stay.
Explore the historic quarter of Fort Cochin, including St. Francis Church, the Dutch Palace and the old Jewish Synagogue. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise for stunning views of the iconic Chinese fishing nets.
Drive through lush landscapes into the Western Ghats towards Periyar (approx. 5 hours). Stop for lunch at a rubber plantation. In the evening, attend a traditional Kathakali dance performance. Stay: Cardamom County Resort or similar (2 nights)
Start with a guided nature walk in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, followed by an afternoon tour of a local spice plantation — an insight into Kerala’s world-famous cardamom, cloves, and pepper
Descend through the hills to Alleppey and board a traditional rice boat for an overnight cruise through the Kerala backwaters. Glide past coconut palms, village life and paddy fields below sea level — a unique agricultural marvel.
Disembark and transfer to the peaceful beachside village of Mararikulam. Stay: Abad Turtle Beach Resort or similar (2 nights)
A full day at leisure to enjoy the beach, spa treatments or optional excursions. The perfect way to unwind at the end of your journey.
Transfer to Cochin airport for your onward flight, taking home memories of an unforgettable adventure through India.
Each stay, from boutique hotels to serene resorts, is selected to enhance your travel experience, offering unparalleled relaxation and warm hospitality throughout your journey.
| Hotel / Resort Name | Destination | Nights | Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyatt Centric Janakpuri / Park Inn by Radisson Lajpat Nagar | Delhi | 2 | Breakfast |
| Hotel Clarks Shiraz / Royal Sarovar Portico | Agra | 2 | Breakfast |
| The Fern Ecotel | Jaipur | 2 | Breakfast |
• 13 Nights’ accommodation on a double / twin sharing basis at hotels mentioned above.
• Domestic flights Jaipur – Mumbai – Kochi
• Accommodation will be on a bed & breakfast basis at all the hotels where breakfast will be in the coffee shop of the hotels or at a fixed restaurant.
• Accommodation in Alleppy house boat will be on a full board basis i.e. “Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner”
• All transfers, excursions, and sightseeing tours will be by using air-conditioned vehicle.
• All road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges, interstate taxes, and porterage at all hotels.
• Services of local English guide during sightseeing.
• Entrance to the monuments as per the itinerary (01 visit)
• Cultural experiences including a rickshaw ride, Kathakali show, nature walk and rice boat cruise
• All currently applicable taxes including Government service tax
• Expenses of a personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic beverages, camera/video fees at monuments, medical expenses, etc.
• Tips / Gratuities
• Any sightseeing other than the sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary.
• International airfares/ Visa fees.
• Anything which is not mentioned in the itinerary.
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