Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days

Destination: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Jojawar – Udaipur – Cochin – Wagmam – Alleppey – Kovalam

Price: EURO 1315 / USD 1405

Overview

This Rajasthan Heritage and Kerala Backwater Tour packages Kerala Backwater Tour packages will introduce you to two different flavors of India. First Stop is Rajasthan – the land of Kings, where you will see the Royal Heritage of India through the Forts and palaces of Maharajas. And the Second Stop is Exotic Kerala – which is also known as God’s own country.

Highlights

  • Visit the Historical Monuments in Delhi
  • See the mesmerizing sunset view of the Taj Mahal
  • Enjoy elephant safari on an excursion to Amber Fort
  • Enjoy Rajasthani Folk Dances live show and dinner
  • Train Safari at the scenic Kambli Ghat Pass
  • Stay at Rawla Jojawar – the fort which is converted into a heritage hotel
  • Countryside jeep safari in Jojawar Village
  • Sightseeing in Cochin including Fort Cochin and Mattancherry Palace
  • Night Stay and Houseboat tour in Alleppey
  • Enjoy the beauty of Kovalam Beach also known as the “Paradise of the South”

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive Delhi

Arrive at Delhi International Airport (T-3) with Indian Traditional Welcome with Garlands
and transfer to the hotel. Night stay in Delhi.

Day 2
Delhi (Red Fort & Lotus Temple closed on Monday)

After breakfast start sightseeing with Old Delhi which includes Red Fort, Jama Masjid (Mosque), Chandni Chowk (The Moonlight Square), and Raj Ghat – the cremation place of Mahatma Gandhi.

Later explore and drive through India Gate, President House, Parliament House, and other Historical Buildings. After taking lunch start with South Delhi – Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, and Qutab Minar. Night stay in Delhi.

Day 3
Delhi / AGRA (200km) (Taj Mahal closed on Friday)

After taking breakfast drive to Agra with a driver. Afternoon visit Agra Fort and Taj Mahal with a tourist guide. You may stay in Agra Fort till sunset to view the Taj Mahal. Free time for shopping and night stay in Agra

Day 4
AGRA

Early morning visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise (optional). After breakfast, you will drive to Pink City Jaipur. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri – known as Ghost City. Night stay in Jaipur.

Day 5
Jaipur

After taking an early breakfast you will have an excursion to Amber Fort and enjoy an elephant safari.

Later you will have a city tour of Jaipur – Visit Hawa Mahal, Pink City, and Jal Mahal (Water Palace). After lunch at a local restaurant – visit City Palace and Royal Observatory. Evening enjoys Rajasthani Folk Dances live show and dinner. Night stay in Jaipur.

Day 6
Jaipur/Jojawar (200km)

After breakfast drive to Jojawar – Rawla Jojawar is the fort which is converted into a heritage hotel. The new generation of King Rao is looking after the hotel in the Rawla, recently restored into its old-world splendor.

Check-in at the hotel and take a rest. After that you will have a village walk of Jojawar – the visitor to explore it; the small town is a hidden gem in the county, exploring the village experience accompanied by one of the staff guides is a great way to experience life here as it unfolds before your eyes.

Day 7
Jojawar

Safari – The train route between the cities of Jodhpur and Udaipur goes up the scenic Kambli Ghat Pass. One of our favorite excursions is this daily train service from the station at the start of the hill section to the highest station in the Aravalli – the Kambli Ghat station, or the other way around.

Come back to the hotel. Afternoon starts with a new adventure in Jojawar called Countryside Jeep Safari – It is said that the real India is its rural areas, the country around Jojawar boasts of very interesting landscapes, with the picturesque Aravalli Hills in the east.

Day 8
Jojawar/Udaipur (175km)

After breakfast drive to drive to Udaipur and check in at the hotel. Night stay in Udaipur.

In the evening enjoy sharing a boat ride at Lake Pichola. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

Day 9
Udaipur

After breakfast, you will have sightseeing of Udaipur – Known as the city of rising sun or city of lakes. Visit the City Palace museum, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum), Jagdish temple, Sahelion Ki Bari (Queen’s resort for their friends) and the Pratap Memorial.

Afternoon excursion to Eklingji and Nagda. Rest of the day at leisure. Night stay in Udaipur.

Day 10
Udaipur / Cochin fly

After breakfast, you will drive to the airport to board your flight for Cochin. After reaching Cochin transfer to hotel and check in.

Day 11
Cochin

After breakfast you will have sightseeing of Cochin with Guide – is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as ‘God’s Own Country’.

Visit – Chinese Fishing nets, Fort Cochin, Mattancherry, St.Francis Church, Dutch Cemetery, and Jewish Synagogue. Also, enjoy famous Kathakali dance / Night stay in Cochin.

Day 12
Cochin / Wagmam drive

After taking breakfast you will drive to Wagmam – Three hour’s drive from Cochin and its unique destination helps travelers understand the true meaning of responsible Eco-tourism.

Check in the Vanilla County own by Baby Mathew and wife Rani. After lunch at Vanilla County – Visit to Tomb of Saint Alphonsa, The first Catholic saint from India, the viewpoint to watch the sunset. Dinner at Vanilla County and Night stay in Wagmam.

Day 13
Wagmam

The morning started with Nature Walks, Plantation & Spice Tour after that you will have breakfast at Vanilla County. After that Visit to a nearby Christian Ashram, Opportunity to see the working elephant – Depends up on the availability only and Plantation & Spice Tour. Lunch and Dinner at Vanilla County. Night stay in Wagmam.

Day 14
Wagmam – Alleppey drive

After breakfast, you will drive to Alleppey (Kerala backwaters – House Boat) check-in time is 1200 Hrs. After reaching Alleppey check in the Houseboat and take Lunch. Cruise start after Lunch on board. Houseboats or ‘Kettuvalloms’ are deluxe boats with well-appointed bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. In the evening boat stay at the place and enjoy the beauty of Kerala. Night stay in House Boat.

Day 15
Alleppey / Kovalam Drive

Checkout from the Houseboat at 0900 Hrs. Drive to Kovalam, after reach check in the hotel.

Rest day for leisure activity. Night stay in Kovalam.

Day 16
Kovalam

After breakfast, you will be free to explore the beauty of Kovalam beach. Today Kovalam beach is known as the “Paradise of the South”. Night stay in Kovalam.

Day 17
Depart for onward destination

After breakfast, then transfer to Trivandrum airport to board the onward flight.

Tour Cost

Low Season (16/04/2024 – 30/09/2024)
High Season (01/10/2024 – 15/04/2024)

Tour Cost Per Person Standard Tour Package Deluxe Tour Package Luxury Tour Package
Low Season EURO 1315 / USD 1405 EURO 1480 / USD 1590 EURO 1685/ USD 1820
High Season EURO 1540 / USD 1660 EURO 2020 / USD 2170 EURO 2190/ USD 2475

Tour Include & Exclude

Include

  • 16 nights twin sharing hotels with breakfast and taxes.
  • Air-conditioned car with an English speaking tourist driver as per programme.
  • Local english speaking tourist guide as per tour package.
  • All presently applicable taxes related to hotel and transport.

Exclude

  • Entrance Fees of Monuments. ($085 / €080)
  • Other activities during the tour. ($066 / €062)
  • Cost of Domestic flights within India during the tour. ($085 / €080)
  • Lunch and Dinner.
  • Extra expenses such as laundry, drinks, tips, etc.
  • Upgrade vehicle – from medium car to Toyota Innova. ($145 / €135)

Other Terms and Conditions:

  • For 24th Dec and 31st Dec nights, Hotels may ask for mandatory Gala Dinner. If so, this will be payable extra.
  • Many hotels may ask for supplement cost during the period from 20th Dec – 07th Jan due to a premium season.
  • Please ask for more and specific information on Pricing.
  • Various Discounts are also available – subject to terms and conditions.

Hotel Details

City Standard Hotels Deluxe Hotels Luxury Hotels
Delhi Hotel Madhuban Holiday Inn Mayur Vihar Hotel Le Meridian
Agra Hotel Siris 18 Hotel Mansingh Palace Hotel Radisson
Jaipur Vimal Heritage Alsisar Haveli ITC Rajputana
Jojawar Rawla Jojawar Rawla Jojawar Rawla Jojawar
Udaipur Kankarwa Haveli Hotel Trident Hotel Trident
Cochin Hotel Abad Plaza The Tower House Hotel Old Harbour
Wagmam Vanilla County Vanilla County Vanilla County
Alleppey Air-conditioned Deluxe Houseboat Air-conditioned Deluxe Houseboat Air-conditioned Deluxe Houseboat
Kovalam Soma Palm shore Travancore Heritage – Heritage Home Travancore Heritage – Premium Mansion

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