Day 1 – Saturday, November 22, 2008
Toronto – Delhi
Depart for Delhi with Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi.
Day 2 – Sunday, November 23, 2008
Arrive in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi where you will be escorted to the Le Meridien New Delhi *5 Star - Superior Room for two nights.
Day 3 – Monday, November 24, 2008
Delhi (B/D)
Embark on a city tour of Old Delhi, starting with the Red Fort, the former palace of the Mughal Empire. Stop at the memorial site of Mahatma Gandhi; Tour Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India and Chandni Chowk, the lively market. In the afternoon, tour New Delhi starting with Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar, India Gate and the Parliament House. This evening enjoy a folk dance performance followed by dinner.
Day 4 – Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Delhi - Agra (B/D)
Today, drive to Agra. En-route, visit the tomb of Emperor Akbar in Sikandra. This afternoon visit the magnificent monument to love, Taj Mahal, and of the 7 Wonders of the World. Next visit Agra Fort. Tonight, stay at the Taj View Agra *5 Star - Superior Room.
Day 5 – Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Agra – Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (B/D)
This morning, drive to Jaipur, known as the “Pink City”. En-route tour Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city. This evening visit the colorful bazaar in Jaipur. Check into the Rambagh Palace *5 Star - Palace Room for two nights.
Day 6 – Thursday, November 27, 2008
Jaipur (B/D)
Take an elephant ride up to Amber Fort. This is followed by a tour of the City Palace Museum where you will see traditional Rajasthani and Mughal artworks. Next, visit the awe-inspiring Jantar Mantar and the Hawa Mahal.
Day 7 – Friday, November 28, 2008
Jaipur - Udaipur (B/D)
Today, fly to Udaipur. There, you will see the City Palace Museum, Jagdish Temple, built in 1651, and Sahelion Ki Bari. This evening, enjoy a lovely boat ride on Lake Pichola. Tonight, stay at the Taj Lake Palace *5 Star - Palace Room.
Day 8 – Saturday, November 29, 2008
Udaipur – Mumbai (B/D)
Today, fly to Mumbai where you will stay at the Taj Mahal Palace & Tower *5 Star - Luxury Grand City Room for two nights. In the afternoon, visit the Gateway of India, the Prince of Wales Museum, Jehangir Art Gallery, Chowpatty Beach and Crawford Market.
Day 9 – Sunday, November 30, 2008
Mumbai (B)
Embark on an excursion to the Elephanta Caves. There, explore the rock-cut figures and carvings dedicated to Lord Shiva. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Day 10 – Monday, December 1, 2008
Mumbai – Bangalore – Mysore (B/D)
Today, fly to Bangalore, and from there drive to Mysore. Check-in to the Lalitha Mahal Palace *5 Star - Standard Room for two nights.
Day 11 – Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Mysore (B/D)
This morning, visit the Grand Palace of Mysore. During the afternoon, visit the temple of Somnathpur, the most well preserved of the Hoysala temples.
Day 12 – Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Mysore – Bangalore (B/D)
Today, take a short drive to Bangalore. En-route, visit Srirangapatanam followed by an afternoon city tour of Bangalore. Tonight, stay at the Taj West End *5 Star - Superior Room.
Day 13 – Thursday, December 4, 2008
Bangalore - Cochin (B/D)
Take a short flight to Cochin where you will stay at the Taj Malabar *5 Star - Superior Room Tower Wing. Enjoy a city tour of Cochin.
Day 14 – Friday, December 5, 2008
Cochin - Periyar (B/D)
Today, drive to Periyar, known as India’s “Spice Village”. Enjoy an afternoon boat ride on Lake Periyar. Tonight, stay at the Spice Village *5 Star - Standard Room.
Day 15 – Saturday, December 6, 2008
Periyar - Allepy (B/D)
This morning, drive to Allepy. En-route, visit a spice plantation. Later, board a Deluxe Houseboat *5 Star - Deluxe Cabin and glide along the backwaters for a leisurely cruise.
Day 16 – Sunday, December 7, 2008
Allepy - Cochin (B/D)
Today, return to Cochin. Enjoy an evening Kathakali dance performance that combines literature, music, painting, acting and dance. Tonight stay at the Taj Malabar *5 Star - Superior Room Tower Wing.
Day 17 – Monday, December 8, 2008
Cochin - Mumbai – Home City (B/D)
This afternoon, fly to Mumbai. Enjoy some free time for last minute shopping before boarding your return flight home.
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