01 Day: Arrival Mumbai:
Assistance on arrival at Mumbai International Airport
you will be welcome by our representative and transfer
to the hotel where we are holding the room on ready
occupancy basis. Rest of day free at leisure and relaxation.
Overnight at the hotel.
02 Day:
Mumbai:
After breakfast takes a sight seeing tour of Bombay,
drive to Gateway of India and from here cruise by motorboats
to Elephanta Caves. A flight of 100 steps takes you
to the top of the hill where it is set. The caves houses
large pillars that seem to hold the ceiling which is
made of cross beams. The picturesque presentations of
the 9 marvelous sculptured panels, set on the walls
are awe-inspiring. The most famous of the panels is
the Trimurthi, or triple-headed Shiva, where the God
is depicted as the destroyer, the preserver and the
creator. Later in the afternoon cruise back to Gateway
of India, one can have lunch at the Taj Hotel or other
several good Restaurants like Leopold & Mondegar
serving continental cuisines. Later visit Prince of
Wales Museum, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Jain Temple,
Hanging Gardens, Return back to the hotel for overnight.
Note: Elephanta Caves and Prince
of Wales Museum are closed on every Monday.
03 Day: Mumbai - Ahmedabad
(By Air):
After breakfast check out the hotel and transfer to
the airport to board the morning flight for Ahmedabad.
On arrival transfer to the hotel. After some rest and
relaxation visit Jumma Masjid - one of the most beautiful
mosques in India, Rani Rupmati Masjid - The Queen’s
Mosque in Mirzapur, The Shaking Minarets - when one
minaret is shaken, the other minarets vibrate too, Kankaria
Lake - The circular lake having an island garden in
the middle, Hathi Singh Jain Temple & Gandhi Ashram.
Overnight to be spent at hotel.
04 Day:
Ahmedabad - Rajkot (218 kms - 4 ½ hours):
After breakfast checkout and drive to Rajkot, on arrival
transfer to the hotel. After relaxation take a sightseeing
tour of Rajkot visiting Watson Museum located in the
pleasant Jubilee garden, Swaminarayan Temples and Gurukul
are the places where people of all faith go to seek
blessings, Race Course, A center of fun & amusement,
having Bal-Bhawan, planetarium, a small zoo & park
with various rides. Later visit to the local market,
which is famous for its Bandhani Sarees, mirror-work,
patchwork, beadwork and silk embroidery. In the evening
take an excursion tour to Jamnagar -86 kms 1 ½
hours, known for its tie-&-dye work on fabrics,
silken & gold embroidery. Then return to Rajkot
for overnight stay.
05 Day:
Rajkot - Porbander (170 kms - 3 hours):
Today in the morning take an excursion tour to Virpur
(68 kms -1 ½ hours) to visit Jalaram Temple.
After back to the Rajkot for checkout and proceed to
Porbander (the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, is a picturesque
little seaside resort on the west coast of Gujarat)
on arrival transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.
06 Day:
Porbander - Junagarh (107 kms - 2 hours):
After breakfast take a sightseeing tour visiting Kirti
Mandir, Bharat Mandir, Sudama Mandir, then return to
the hotel for checkout. After lunch drive to Junagarh
on arrival transfer to the hotel. After rest take an
excursion tour to Sasan Gir which is the entrance to
the 1412 sq. km Gir National Park and the Wild Life
Sanctuary, the last stronghold of the Lion population
outside Africa. It also plays home to a large number
of Panthers, Hyenas, Deer, the world's only 4-horned
Antelope, Blue Bull, Wild Boar and the dangerous Marsh
Crocodile Return to the hotel for overnight stay at
Junagarh.
07 Day:
Junagarh - Palitana (213 kms - 3 ½ hours):
After breakfast take a sightseeing tour of Girnar Jain
temples. After visit return to the hotel and proceed
to Palitana On arrival transfer to the hotel. Evening
take a sight seeing tour of Palitana visiting The Place
of Victory, Visit the exclusive Jain temples. Overnight
stay in the hotel.
08 Day:
Palitana - Ahmedabad (215 kms-3 hours) Ahmedabad - Bangalore
(By Air):
After breakfast checkout the hotel and drive to Ahmedabad,
on arrival transfer to airport to board the evening
flight for Bangalore. On arrival transfer to the hotel
for overnight stay.
09 Day:
Bangalore - Puttaparthi (120 Kms - 2 hours):
After breakfast, take an excursion tour visiting Puttaparthi.
Day free to spend the time in the Puttaparthi. Evening
return to the Bangalore for overnight stay.
10 Day:
Bangalore:
After breakfast check out and drive to Bangalore. On
arrival transfer to the hotel and relax. Later take
a sightseeing tour of the city visiting Lal Baugh -
One of the many gardens in the city; it derives its
name from the profusion of Red roses which are in bloom
here, Cubbon Park - a garden laid down by Lord Cubbon
in 1864. The ambience of the city life is broken with
presence of such a large park in the center of the city.
The Bull Temple - The 4.57 m high and 6.10 meters long
image is carved out of single granite rock, Bangalore
Palace - Built in the Tudor style and inspired by the
Windsor palace, Vidhan Soudha - the Vidhan Soudha houses
the state legislative assembly of state government,
Tipu’s Palace - The summer palace of Tipu Sultan
later followed by visit to Sri Gavi Gangadhareshwara
Temple - The temple is natural monolith carved cave
temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening you can
visit Ulsoor Lake. Overnight at the hotel.
11 Day:
Bangalore - Mysore (139 kms-3 hours):
Morning drive to Mysore via Srirangapatnam where you
enjoy a panoramic view of the Jain temples. On arrival
in Mysore check into your hotel. After relaxation take
a sight seeing tour visiting Maharaja Palace built in
1911-1912. The Palace is harmonious syntheses of the
Hindu and saracenic style of architecture with archways,
domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures, which are
magnificent. St. Philomena’s cathedral - folklore
museum - Brindavan Gardens & spectacular musical
fountains & Government Buildings, Later drive up
to Chamundi Hill to see Chamundeshwari temple and a
panoramic view of Mysore. On your way back, see the
Nandi Bull. Return to the hotel for overnight at Mysore.
12 Day: Mysore - Ooty (170
kms - 3 ½ hours):
After breakfast checkout and drive to Ooty, en route
optionally you can visit Bandipur & Mudumalai Sanctuaries,
on arrival transfer to the hotel. After relaxation,
enjoy the beauty of this hill station. Ooty is fondly
known as the 'Queen of Hill Stations', Ooty is snugly
ensconced in the heart of the Nilgiris. Dotted with
undulating hills, sparkling waterfalls, gurgling brooks
and lush green tea gardens, this tranquil haven is sure
to capture the hearts of every visitor. Later take a
sightseeing tour of Ooty enjoy the scenic surroundings,
the Botanical Garden a wealth of variety of plants that
include different types of roses, imported shrubs, rare
flowering plants, eucalyptus trees, several old trees
and even a fossilized tree trunk that is 20 million
years old, followed by boat rides and fishing, a visit
to the Ooty Lake is a must. Besides these, there are
various view points like Lamb’s Rock, Kodanadu
and Dodabetta Peak is the highest point in the district
at a height of 2623 meters. Provided the day is clear,
one can see as far as the plains of Coimbatore and the
Mysore plateau. Overnight at Ooty.
13 Day:
Ooty - Cochin (300 kms - 6 hours):
After an early breakfast, Checkout and drive to Cochin.
On arrival transfer to the hotel. 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.
14 Day:
Cochin - Munnar (200 kms - 4 hours):
After an early breakfast drive to Munnar, on arrival
transfer to the hotel, the word "Munnar" means
three rivers. 3 mountain streams (Madurapuzha, Nallathanni
and Kundala) are joining together here. During the British
rule in India, Munnar was the summer resort of the Government
officials. The natural beauty, calmness and mild cold
climate throughout the year make it the favourite tourist
place. There are about 30 tea plantations in and around
Munnar. The tea estates, hills, lakes and forests inside
Munnar range exposes it's beauty. The Munnar hills are
covered by tea plants which makes the feeling of seeing
a wide green carpet. Munnar also has the highest peak
in south India, Anamudi, which towers over 2695 M. Anamudi
is an ideal spot for trekking. Later visit Eravikulam
National Park (15 km from Munnar,) The Nilgiri Tahr
can be observed at close quarters here. This park is
established to protect the Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiri Ibex).
The park is breathtakingly beautiful and is easily comparable
to the best mountain ranges found anywhere in the world.
Enjoy the tea plantation and Munnar Lake site. Return
to the hotel for overnight stay.
15 Day:
Munnar - Periyar: (110 kms 2 ½ hour drive):
After breakfast checkout and drive to Thekkaddy, on
arrival transfer to the hotel, later visit 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.
16 Day:
Periyar - Alleppey (114 kms - 2 ½ hours) 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.
17 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.
18 Day:
Kmarakom - Kovalam (130 kms - 3 ½ hrs drive):
Morning after breakfast, drive to Kovalam, through green
coastal belt and cashew plantations on arrival transfer
to the hotel. Day free to relax with the option of herbal
oil massage Overnight at Kovalam
19 Day:
Kovalam - Trivandrum (16 Kms - ½ hour) - Mumbai
(By Air) – Hometown (By Air):
After breakfast, morning is free for rest and relaxation
or for personal activities. Later checkout the hotel
and drive to Trivandrum airport to board the afternoon
flight for Mumbai. On arrival transfer to the international
airport to board the scheduled flight for your hometown.
On departure tour concludes with happy memories.
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