North to South India Tour

• After breakfast, begin your sightseeing tour of Delhi.
• Visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Raj Ghat, Humayun’s Tomb, Parliament House and Laxmi Narayan Temple.
• In the evening, you may attend the light and sound show at Red Fort.

Departure: Delhi

• The following morning, after breakfast, transfer to Delhi Airport for your flight to Varanasi.
• On arrival, meet our representative and transfer to the hotel.
• Later, proceed to Sarnath for an excursion.
• Visit the archaeological museum, Ashoka Pillar, Chaukhandi Stupa, and temples associated with Sarnath’s Buddhist heritage.
• Return to your hotel after sightseeing.

Departure: Varanasi

• Begin your day with an early-morning boat ride on the River Ganges and witness the ghats of Varanasi.
• Return to the hotel for breakfast.
• Continue with sightseeing in Varanasi, including Bharat Mata Temple, Durga Temple and Banaras Hindu University.
• In the evening, transfer to Varanasi Railway Station to board the overnight train to Agra.

Departure: Onboard train

• Arrive at Agra Railway Station and transfer to the hotel.
• After some rest, begin your sightseeing tour of Agra.
• Visit Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, Mehtab Bagh and other historic sites.
• Later, visit the Taj Mahal and explore its Mughal architecture and gardens.

Departure: Agra

• Kickstart your day with breakfast, check out and drive towards Jaipur.
• En route, stop at Fatehpur Sikri.
• Visit Buland Darwaza, the Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti, Birbal Bhawan and Panch Mahal.
• Continue to Jaipur and check in at the hotel.
• Spend the remaining evening at leisure.

Departure: Jaipur

• Have breakfast and proceed to Amber Fort.
• Continue with sightseeing at City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and Jal Mahal.
• Visit Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort as planned.
• Return to the hotel after sightseeing.

Departure: Jaipur

• After breakfast, transfer to Jaipur Airport for your flight to Mumbai.
• On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
• Later, begin a sightseeing tour covering Gateway of India, the museum area, Hanging Gardens, Dhobi Ghat and Haji Ali.
• In the evening, spend some time around Mumbai’s lively waterfront.

Departure: Mumbai

• The next morning, after breakfast, proceed to Gateway of India and take a ferry to Elephanta Island.
• Explore the historic rock-cut caves and sculptures dedicated primarily to Lord Shiva.
• Return to Mumbai and transfer to the airport.
• Board your flight to Goa and transfer to your hotel on arrival.

Departure: Goa

• Fuel up with breakfast and begin your sightseeing tour of Goa.
• Visit places such as Chapora Fort, Fort Aguada, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Church of St. Francis of Assisi and Shri Mangueshi Temple.
• Spend the latter part of the day exploring Goa’s coastal side.

Departure: Goa

• Spend the day exploring Goa’s beaches.
• Visit Dona Paula and enjoy time by the waterfront.
• Continue to Calangute and Baga Beach.
• Optional water activities are available, depending on weather, season, and local operating conditions.

Departure: Goa

• Commence your day with breakfast, check out and drive to Badami.
• On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax.
• Later, explore Badami Fort, the archaeological area and the famous Badami Cave Temples.
• See examples of early Chalukyan rock-cut architecture.

Departure: Badami

• Wake up, have breakfast, and drive towards Hospet.
• En route, explore the historic temple complexes of Aihole and Pattadakal.
• Continue to Hospet and check in at the hotel.
• Later, visit Tungabhadra Dam and other nearby attractions as time permits.

Departure: Hospet

• After breakfast, proceed for a full-day visit to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Explore the remains of the Vijayanagara capital, including temple complexes, royal structures, ancient market streets and stone monuments.
• Visit prominent sites such as Virupaksha Temple and Vittala Temple.
• Return to Hospet after sightseeing.

Departure: Hospet

• The following day, have breakfast, check out and drive towards Hassan.
• On arrival, check in at the hotel.
• Visit key Hoysala-era temple sites in the region, including Chennakesava Temple and Hoysaleswara Temple, as per the planned sightseeing.
• Spend the remaining time at leisure.

Departure: Hassan

• Rise up, have breakfast, and continue exploring the temple heritage around Belur and Halebid.
• Admire the detailed stone carvings and Hoysala architecture.
• Later, drive to Mysore through the Karnataka countryside.
• Check in at your hotel on arrival.

Departure: Mysore

• After breakfast, begin your sightseeing tour of Mysore.
• Visit Mysore Palace, Chamundeshwari Temple, Brindavan Gardens and other city landmarks.
• Continue to St. Philomena’s Church, known for its Gothic-style architecture.
• Return to the hotel after sightseeing.

Departure: Mysore

• Start your day with breakfast, check out and drive to Ooty in the Nilgiri Hills.
• On arrival, check in at the hotel.
• Visit attractions such as the Botanical Garden, Doddabetta Peak, Ooty Lake and Rose Garden as time permits.
• Explore the tea-growing landscape and learn about local tea production.

Departure: Ooty

• Wake up, have breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin your journey towards Cochin.
• Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel from the Nilgiri hills towards Kerala.
• On arrival in Cochin, check in at the hotel and relax after the journey.

Departure: Cochin

• After breakfast, explore Cochin at a relaxed pace.
• Walk through the local fish and spice market areas.
• Spend the rest of the day at leisure or explore the historic neighbourhoods of the city.

Departure: Cochin

• Post breakfast, check out and drive to Munnar.
• Enjoy views of Kerala’s hills and plantations along the journey.
• On arrival, check in at the hotel.
• Spend the evening exploring the surroundings or relaxing amid Munnar’s tea-growing landscape.

Departure: Munnar

• Fuel up with breakfast, then head out for sightseeing in and around Munnar.
• Visit Atukkad Waterfalls, Chithirapuram, Blossom Park and Pothamedu View Point.
• Continue to Eravikulam National Park, subject to its seasonal opening and operating conditions.
• Return to the hotel after sightseeing.

Departure: Munnar

• After breakfast, drive towards Periyar.
• On arrival, check in at the hotel.
• Explore the Periyar wildlife region and its forest surroundings.
• Enjoy planned wildlife or lake activities subject to permits, availability and current park regulations.

Departure: Periyar

• This morning, after breakfast, check out and drive to Kumarakom.
• Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and spend time around the Vembanad Lake region.
• Continue to the hotel and complete the check-in formalities.
• Spend the evening enjoying the quieter backwater surroundings.

Departure: Kumarakom

• After breakfast, drive to Alleppey.
• Board your houseboat and begin cruising through Kerala’s backwaters.
• Pass narrow canals, village settlements, coconut groves and waterside landscapes.
• Spend the night onboard the houseboat.

Departure: Houseboat in Alleppey

• The next morning, have your breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and proceed to Kovalam.
• Check in at the hotel on arrival.
• Later, spend time around Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach.

Departure: Kovalam

• Have breakfast and proceed for local sightseeing around Kovalam.
• Visit attractions such as the lighthouse area, Vellayani Lake, Vizhinjam and other nearby points included in the day’s plan.
• Spend the remaining evening relaxing near the coast.

Departure: Kovalam

• After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
• Transfer to Trivandrum Airport for your onward journey.

Departure: Trivandrum