19-Day Grand India Journey: From Mumbai's Gateways to Kerala's Backwaters

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Mumbai. Visit the Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves (closed on Mondays), Gandhi Memorial, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Jain Temples, Kamla Nehru Garden, and Juhu Chowpatty. The rest of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Mumbai Airport to board your flight to Udaipur. Upon arrival at Udaipur Airport, our representative will meet and assist you, then transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for check-in.

Optional Tour: Visit Eklingji and Nagda Temples, located approximately 25 km (one way) from Udaipur city.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Udaipur. Visit the City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli, Fateh Sagar Lake, Ambrai Ghat, Jagdish Temple, Udaipur Ropeway, the Vintage and Classic Car Museum, and Saheliyon Ki Bari. After completing the forts and palaces tour, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. In the evening, experience the traditional Rajasthani folk dance and music performance, “The Dharohar Dance Show,” at Bagore Ki Haveli.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jodhpur, famously known as the “Blue City.” En route, visit the 12th-century Ranakpur Jain Temples. After completing your temple visit, continue the drive to Jodhpur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jodhpur. Visit the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace (now converted into a luxury hotel), Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, Clock Tower, Mandore Temple and Mandore Gardens, and Balsamand Lake. After completing the guided city tour, you are free for shopping or may return to your hotel for leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jaisalmer, known as the “Golden City of India.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked desert camp. After refreshing, enjoy a camel ride on the sand dunes, followed by dinner and cultural activities featuring traditional Rajasthani dance performances.

Overnight at Camp.

After breakfast at the camp, check out and proceed to Jaisalmer city. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After refreshing, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jaisalmer. Visit Jaisalmer Fort, Salim Singh Ki Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli, Thar Heritage Museum, Gadisar Lake, the Silk Route Art Gallery, and various temples. The rest of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Bikaner, known as the “Camel Country.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After refreshing, proceed for a half-day guided tour of Bikaner, visiting Lalgarh Palace, Junagarh Fort (Bikaner Fort), and the Bhandasar Jain Temple. The rest of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Pushkar, known as the “Rose Garden of Rajasthan.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After refreshing, proceed for a guided tour of Pushkar. Visit Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple, Mahadev Temple, Varah Temple, Ramavaikunth Temple, Rangji Temple, and the Apteshwar Temple. The rest of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jaipur, known as the “Pink City.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort with an optional elephant or jeep ride. Time permitting, you may also opt for a visit to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort. Continue to explore the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and drive past Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), and visit Birla Temple. After completing the guided tour, you are free for shopping or may return to your hotel for leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Agra, the “City of Love,” with en-route visits to Abhaneri and its famous stepwell, Chand Baori, one of the largest and deepest stepwells in India. Continue to Fatehpur Sikri, the historic deserted city built by the Mughals in 1571 using red sandstone. Explore its key attractions, including the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwan-e-Khas, and Panch Mahal. After sightseeing, continue the drive to Agra. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

Early in the morning, before breakfast, enjoy a sunrise visit to the world-famous Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh (closed on Fridays). After the guided tour, return to your hotel for breakfast. Check out and proceed for a half-day guided tour of Agra, visiting Agra Fort (including Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir's Palace, Diwan-i-Aam, and Diwan-i-Khas), Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, and Jama Masjid. If time permits, visit Sikandra Fort (Akbar’s Tomb) en route to New Delhi. Upon arrival in New Delhi, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure and personal activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar and drive past the Lotus Temple. Continue to Humayun’s Tomb, and drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at a local Delhi restaurant, proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing. Visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, and drive past the Red Fort. Enjoy a short rickshaw ride through the Chandni Chowk spice market.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi Airport to board your flight to Kochi. Upon arrival, our representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel. After refreshing, proceed for a guided tour of Kochi, visiting Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Nets, Indo-Portuguese Museum, and Marine Drive. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance, one of India’s most famous classical dances, featuring elaborate costumes, intricate makeup, and expressive gestures.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Munnar, the “Scenic Hills of Kerala.” En route, enjoy the stunning landscapes, cascading waterfalls, high mountains, and low-lying clouds drifting through the valleys. Upon arrival in Munnar, check in to your pre-booked hotel. After refreshing, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Munnar, visiting Eravikulam National Park, Old Munnar Town, and the town market. In the evening, enjoy a walk through the tea estates or relax with leisure activities of your choice.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to Alleppey for a backwater experience. Upon arrival, board your pre-booked houseboat and check in for the night. Cruise through the serene backwaters and lagoons of Alappuzha, enjoying the scenic surroundings. Lunch and dinner will be served on the houseboat. In the evening, take a stroll through the local streets of Alappuzha.

Overnight at Houseboat.

After breakfast at the houseboat, check out and drive to Kochi Airport to board your flight for your onward journey or return home.