Jewels of India Tour
Duration
21 days
Max Group Size
10
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Age Requirement
1 - 85 Ages
About this tour
Experience the ultimate journey through India’s rich heritage, vibrant cultures, stunning landscapes, and timeless traditions on this 21-day grand tour. Explore the historic wonders of Delhi, witness the breathtaking beauty of the Taj Mahal in Agra, and discover the royal charm of Jaipur, Pushkar, and Udaipur. Continue to the bustling city of Mumbai before uncovering the cultural treasures of Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, and Madurai in South India. Journey through Kerala’s misty hills in Munnar, encounter wildlife in Periyar, cruise the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey aboard a traditional houseboat, and experience the colonial elegance of Cochin. This unforgettable adventure perfectly blends history, spirituality, nature, architecture, and authentic Indian experiences.
Route
Starts from
New Delhi
Ends in
Kochi
Pickup Location
New Delhi
Dropoff Location
Kochi
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Agra “City of Love”. Upon arrival at Agra check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Agra, visit Agra Fort (Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas) and Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb. Also visit to Mehtab Bagh and enjoy the Sunset view of Taj Mahal. After finish your guided tour to Agra, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Early morning before breakfast Sunrise, visit the world’s most popular and beautiful monument Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday). After finish your guided tour to Taj Mahal, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast. Later check out and drive to Jaipur known as “Pink City”, via en-route visit to Fatehpur Sikri, the oldest deserted town built by Mughal Kingdom in 1571 and built by red stone, the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwane e Khas and Panch Mahal. After finish your sightseeing tour at Fatehpur Sikri, later continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival at Jaipur check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Jaipur, visit Amber Fort with Elephant ride / Jeep ride (Optional tour to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort if time permits), visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar and drive pass to Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and Birla Temple. After finish your guided tour to Jaipur, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Pushkar known as “the rose garden of Rajasthan”, via en-route visit to Ajmer Dargah Sharif “shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti” and Adhai-Din-Ka Jhonpra - a mosque. Upon arrival at Pushkar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Pushkar, visit Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple Mahadev Temple, Varah Temple, Ramavaikunth Temple, Rangji Temple and the Apteshwar Temple. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Udaipur known as “City of Lakes”. Upon arrival at Udaipur check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Udaipur, visit City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli, Fateh Sagar Lake, Ambrai Ghat, Jagdish Temple, Udaipur Ropeway, Vintage collection of classic car museum, Saheliyon and Sahelion ki Bari. After finish your fort and palaces tour, enjoy the boat ride at lake pichola. Also enjoy the traditional Rajasthani folk dance and music show “The Dharohar Dance Show” at Bagore ki Haveli at evening.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Udaipur airport to board the flight for Mumbai. Upon arrival at Mumbai airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today after breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Mumbai. Visit the Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves (Closed on every Mondays), Gandhi Memorial, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Jain Temples, Kamla Nehru Garden, and Juhu Chowpatty. The evening is free for leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Mumbai airport to board the flight for Chennai. Upon arrival at Chennai airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival at Mahabalipuram check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for sightseeing tour to Mahabalipuram, visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, Krishna’s Butterball and India Seashell Museum. Also explore the Mahabalipuram Beach with surfing & Shore Temple views. After finish your sightseeing tour at Mahabalipuram, later continue drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival at Puducherry check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Evening enoy the heritage walk in the French colonies, will spot the beautiful yellow & white walls, European styles streets and a walk along the sea.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for sightseeing tour to Puducherry, Auroville town, Aurobindo Ashram, Government Museum, The Sacred Heart Basilica, French War memorial, Mahe de Labourdonnais St and Pondy Bazaar. Also visit Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Vedapureeswarar Temple. After finish your sightseeing tour at Puducherry, later continue drive to Kumbakonam. Upon arrival at Kumbakonam check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Evening you can explore beautiful temples in Swamimalai. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Madurai, via en-route visit to Thanjavur (Tanjore), visit the Schwartz Memorial & Church, Sivaganga Garden, Lord Murugan Temple and Sangeetha Mahal. After finish your visit to Thanjavur, later continue drive to Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Madurai, visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum, Adhi Chokkanathar, Subramaniya Suwami Temple and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. Also visit Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills also known as Samanar Malai or Amanarmalai at Keelakuilkudi. After finish your guided tour to Madurai, later experience the evening prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala”, via en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by. Upon arrival at Munnar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town and the town market. In the evening, enjoy a walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar wildlife sanctuary is one of biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Km (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Later proceed for half day tour to Periyar enjoy the Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your pre-booked houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha.
Overnight at Houseboat.
Today morning after breakfast at houseboat, later check out and drive to Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive. In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Cochin airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.
Trip includes
Included
Accommodation at good 3 Star hotels based on Double / Twin Sharing basis
• 2 Nights in New Delhi
• 1 Night in Agra
• 2 Nights in Jaipur
• 1 Night in Pushkar
• 2 Nights in Udaipur
• 2 Nights in Mumbai
• 1 Night in Mahabalipuram
• 1 Night in Pondicherry
• 1 Night in Kumbakonam
• 2 Nights in Madurai
• 2 Nights in Munnar
• 1 Night in Periyar
• 1 Night in Alleppey
• 1 Night in Cochin
Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs
Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.
• Local English speaking guide at New Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur, Mumbai, Mahabalipuram, Madurai, Pondicherry and Cochin.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
French
German
Spanish
Italian• 20 Breakfast at Hotel.
• 1 Lunch at House Boat.
• 1 Dinner at House Boat.
Vegan
Jain
Kosher
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatTransportation Details
All sightseeing and airport transfers for this tour will be arranged in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles to ensure a pleasant travel experience.
Vehicle Categories:
• 1–2 guests: Air-conditioned medium cars such as Toyota Etios, Swift Dzire, or similar.
• 3–4 guests: Air-conditioned large cars such as Toyota Innova or similar.
• 5–10 guests: Air-conditioned mini-vans such as Tempo Traveller or similar.
Additional Information:
• All vehicles will be driven by experienced, Local English-speaking drivers.
• Our drivers are well-trained, familiar with local routes, and committed to providing a safe and comfortable journey.
• Vehicle allocation will be based on the group size to ensure maximum comfort and convenience for all travelers.
• 20 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
• Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At.
• Daily breakfast at Hotel.
• All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
• Local English speaking guide at New Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur, Mumbai, Mahabalipuram, Madurai, Pondicherry and Cochin.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
• Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.
• Sunrise visit of Taj Mahal in Agra.
• Battery car ride at Fatehpur Sikri.
• Elephant / Jeep ride in Jaipur at Amber Fort.
• Enjoy a boat ride at Lake Pichola in Udaipur.
• Experience the wildlife at Eravikulam National Park.
• Visit Preiyar Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a boat ride at Preiyar Lake.
• One mineral water bottle per person per day.
• All currently applicable taxes including GST.
Excluded
• Flights from Udaipur to Mumbai
• Flights from Mumbai to Chennai
• Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability, and cost of healthcare around the world, travel insurance is an essential and necessary part of every journey. We strongly recommend that all travelers obtain comprehensive travel insurance to ensure protection and compensation for any cancellations or trip interruptions with any cause, as well as for other unforeseen circumstances, including medical emergencies and travel disruptions.
• Visas Fee (if applicable).
• Monument entry fees.
• The package does not include the cost of visas and SDF charges, if applicable.
• Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).
• Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
• International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
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