Temples Backwaters


Duration : 10 Nights / 11 Days
Destinations : Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Tanjore - Madurai - Periyar - Allepey - Kumarakon - Cochin

Day 01 : Arrival- Chennai
You will be welcomed at the international airport and then get transferred to the hotel.
Kapaleeshwara Temple, Chennai
Day 02 : Chennai-Kanchipuram-Mahabalipuram
In the morning, we will go to Mahabalipuram. Enroute we will do the sight seeing of Kanchipuram. It is considered to be one of the seven sacred cities of India. It was one of the greatest centers of learning in the pre-Christian era & important to all the religion. There are many beautiful temples which we shall see. Another magnificent temple is Kamakshi Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Kamakshi who is the presiding deity of the city. We will continue our journey to Mahabalipuram. Relax at the hotel.

Day 03 : Mahabalipuram
Today we will explore Mahabalipuram which offers the superb combination of unique monuments & fine beaches. There are four types of monuments: rock-cut monolithic temples; excavated cave temples; open air rock sculptures; structural temples, collectively known as the Shore Temple. Later enjoy the gorgeous beaches.

Day 04 : Mahabalipuram- Tanjore
After breakfast, we will proceed to Tanjore. Enroute we will visit Gangaikondacholapuram, built by Chola Emperor in 1020 AD. It is entirely made up of granite and Darasuram, this 12th century shiva temple deserves attention for its beauty. On reaching Tanjore, your day is free for relaxation.

Day 05 : Tanjore - Madurai
Tanjore shows the grandeur & perfection attained by imperial Cholas, all culminated in the Brihadisvara Temple built in 1000 AD. It is perhaps the greatest temple ever to have erected in India which has perfect symmetry and bold concept. Post lunch we will move towards Madurai. Overnight will be at hotel.

Day 06 : Madurai
We will start the sight seeing of Madurai after the breakfast. It is one the oldest city in the south India. Its main attraction is the famous temple of Meenakshi, the multi colored gopuram, the hall of 1000 pillars are the splendid example of Dravian architecture. Rest of your day is at leisure.

Periyar LakeDay 07 : Madurai – Periyar
In the morning we will drive to Periyar. It has a famous wildlife sanctuary, spreads over 777 sq.kms situated on the banks of Periyar (artificial lake). It is one of the world's most fascinating natural wildlife reserves and the best way to explore it is boat cruise. Relax at the hotel.

Day 08 : Periyar- Allepey
Early morning we will leave for Allepey. It is a man made island and haven for migratory birds, known as Venice of East. It has amazing scenic beauty which is further enhanced by the paddy fields & coconut trees. Enjoy your day cruising and relaxing. Overnight stay will be on house boat.

Day 09 : Allepey - Kumarakon
We will cruise to Kumarakon on a house boat. Overnight will be on the house boat.

Day 10 : Kumarakon – Cochin
Early morning we will leave for Cochin. On reaching, we will visit the following tourist spots: Chinese Fishing nets: The Chinese fishing nets found here are the only ones of its kind in India; St Francis Church: It is the oldest church built by European in India; Jew Town: The area around the Synagogue is a centre of spice trade and curio shops.

Day 11 : Cochin –Home
In time get transferred to Cochin airport for your flight back home.

The Castle Tour

Duration : 9 Nights / 10 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Bundi - Dungarpur – Udaipur - Delhi

Day 01 : Arrival – Delhi
Raj Ghat, DelhiUpon your arrival at the airport, you will meet our representative. Then transfer to your hotel for vernight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi
After your breakfast at the hotel, we will take on a full day city tour. We will start with Jama Masjid & Red fort. Also enjoy rickshaw ride in the narrow lanes of Old city. Later we will visit Raj Ghat the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi (father of nation).Drive along Rajpath, India Gate, also see the President’s Residence on the Raisina Hills. Our next stop will be Qutub Minar which is the only free standing minaret in stone in the whole world then onto Humayun’s Tomb. We will also visit Birla Mandir, Lotus Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi – Agra
Pack your bags for our next destination Agra via Sikandra the tomb of the Mughal ruler Akbar. We will visit Agra Fort the royal fort of mughals & then Itmad-ul-Daulah, which was built by Noor Jehan for her parents. It is made up of marble and intricacies of marble inlay can be seen here. After this we will go to Taj Mahal. It is made up white marble, known as monument of love, built by Shahjahan for beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years to build & the architect was Ustad Isa from Persia. Enjoy your evening watching the sunset in one of the wonders of the world. Relax at your hotel.

Day 04 : Agra - Jaipur
Today after the breakfast, we will proceed towards Jaipur enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri where the grandeur of the royal palace & the capital city of Akbar remains & inside it there is the white marble mosque of Salim Chisti., the famous sufi saint. After reaching Jaipur, we will first go to Jantar Mantar an observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh ll, for the purpose of studying movement of the stars. It is made up marble & red sandstone. Hawa Mahal it’s a five storey building used as veil by the Rajputana women.

Amber Fort, JaipurDay 05 : Jaipur
After your breakfast, you will enjoy the elephant ride at Amber Fort built on the hilltop in Jaipur. In a setting of wild, romantic beauty, Amber seems like a phantom of the Arabian Nights. The Amber Fort was built by Raja Man Singh in the 16th century and was completed by Sawai Jai Singh in the 18th century. Later we will visit City Palace which has the huge treasure of miniature paintings, royal robes, the peacock square throne.. After this long day come back to the hotel & relax.
Rest of the day is free for shopping & relaxation.

Day 06 : Jaipur – Bundi
We will proceed to Bundi today. We will visit Taragarh stands at hilltop, the Star Fort. It has a treasury of untold riches of almost 600 years. All through Bundi runs a sense of past romance and braveness. The palaces look like a cascade of stone, petrified in a moment of time from and heroic past. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07 : Bundi – Dungarpur
Today we will drive to Dungarpur. The palace in the midst of the city has a unique style of architecture. Here you would like to spend your time in the hotel. It is nested on the Gaibsagar lake. It has a vast collection of fine murals, miniature paintings. Enjoy your hotel.

Day 08 : Dungarpur – Udaipur
Pack your bags for our next destination Udaipur. We will start our sightseeing, with Sahiliyon ki baari. In the evening, enjoy the boat cruise on Lake Pichhola. Relax at the hotel.

Day 09 : Udaipur
Today after the breakfast, we will go to City Palace. It has the richest museum and it is among largest palaces in the world. The palace has it own distinctive style. It is the best examples of Rajputana architecture. Rest of your day is at leisure.

Day 10 : Udaipur - Delhi
In time get transfer to the Udaipur airport for your flight to Delhi. From international airport at Delhi, you will board to your flight back home.