18 day / 17 night tour from
$4985
per person share twinFlights are additional
Best of Rajasthan and Kerala
Explore the best of Rajasthan and Kerala on this incredible group tour. Great for first time travellers to India who want to see a broad range of the best the entire country has to offer, the tour features breath-taking landscapes, spectacular cultural sites, one of India’s most interesting game reserves and two dynamic regions.
Deal Includes
✔ 17 Nights deluxe accommodation
✔ Meals as specified
✔ Travel by chartered air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Group assistance and transfers
✔ Sightseeing as specified
✔ Local English-speaking tour guide
✔ Monument entrance fees
✔ Airfare Delhi-Cochin in economy class
✔ Overnight backwater cruise
✔ 2x Wildlife safaris at Ranthambhore
✔ Jeep ride in Jaipur
✔ 1x basic Ayurveda massage
✔ Kathakali dance show
✔ Boat ride at Periyar
✔ Spice plantation visit
✔ Bottled water while travelling
✔ All current collectable taxes
Flights are additional
Best of Rajasthan and Kerala, 18 day/17 night tour
From $4985 per person share twin
Travel: Based on set departure of 21 Sep 24
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Travel: Based on set departures of 19 Oct 24 & 22 Feb 25
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Travel: Based on set departure of 11 Mar 25
Tour has other departure dates available, please enquire for alternative dates and pricing.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Manager who will assist you to transfer to the hotel. Stay two nights in Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi
Enjoy breakfast followed by a briefing before starting the full day sightseeing of Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, Qutab Minar, India Gate and explore Chandni Chowk bazaar by rickshaw. (B, D)
Day 3: Delhi – Jaipur
Travel to Jaipur the pink city of India, affectionately nicknamed “The Pink City” for the blushing colour of its historic buildings, Jaipur is a princely wonderland of culture and heritage, brimming with architectural gems. Rest of the evening is free to explore and indulge in shopping at the colourful bazaars of Jaipur. Stay two nights in Jaipur. (B, D)
Day 4: Jaipur
Start a full-day sightseeing tour with an excursion to the majestic Amber Fort, constructed from yellow and pink sandstone and gleaming white marble. Back in the city, photo Stop at Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds. At the City Palace Museum, our knowledgeable guide will enhance your tour of its extensive and carefully curated collection including miniature paintings, ancient weapons and traditional Rajasthani royal costumes. Late afternoon women will have Heena painting and men will learn the art of Rajasthani Turban tying. (B, D)
Day 5: Jaipur - Ranthambore
Travel to Ranthambhore National Park and enjoy a village tour. Stay two nights at Ranthambhore. (B, D)
Day 6: Wildlife Safari
Enjoy a morning and afternoon canter safari around the game reserve with an estimated area of 400sq km. Spot various wildlife species of animals, birds and reptiles and if lucky, see a Royal Bengal Tiger. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Ranthambore - Agra
We make our way to Agra, en-route visiting Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a rickshaw ride to see several species of Indian and international migratory birds. Stay two nights in Agra. (B, D)
Day 8: Agra
Today you have an early start to visit the Taj Mahal, the world’s greatest monument of love and devotion with its superb craftsmanship of semi-precious stones inlaid in the marble. After breakfast visit the impressive 16th century Agra Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is admired for its splendour, architectural beauty and magnificent halls and Itmad-Ud- Daulah a mausoleum for its ‘Pietra Dura’ inlay and lattice marble screens. Conclude the day with a visit to a marble inlay workshop to see artisans creating a masterpiece in marble and precious gemstones. (B, D)
Day 9: Agra - Cochin
Travel back to Delhi and board flight to Cochin. In the evening explore the capital of Kerala, known as God’s Own Country, and stay two nights in Cochin. (B, D)
Day 10: Cochin
Cochin’s sightseeing includes Cochin Harbour terminus where the Chinese fishing nets present a wonderful sight; Mattancherry Dutch Palace; The jewish Synagogue and St. Francis Church. Later visit the Hill Palace which was built in the 19th century. Later in the evening, you will witness a Kathakali Dance Show. (B, D)
Day 11: Cochin -Munnar
Enjoy a beautiful drive to Munnar, famous for its scenic beauty, marvellous waterfalls and Tea Plantations. We spent the day driving around the tea plantations, first visiting the local women who pick the tea leaves and then learning about how the tea is processed at the local factory. Overnight stay in Munnar. (B, D)
Day 12: Munnar - Thekkady
After breakfast travel to Thekkady, on the way witness natural beauty adorned with green pastures of spice plantations, beautiful rivulets, cascading waterfalls and dense forests. Evening enjoy a boat ride on the expansive waters of the Periyar dam. The two hours of boating will give you a myriad of opportunities to observe wild animals grazing, drinking water and coming down from the dense forest that fence the lake. Spend two nights in Thekkady. (B, D)
Day 13: Thekkady
This morning you have a visit to a Spice Plantation. This area is famous for cardamom, coffee and tea plantations and we will learn a little about the many uses of spice, both medicinal and culinary. Evening at leisure to explore the local market famous for its spice and local produce. (B, D)
Day 14: Overnight Houseboat
This morning travel to Kumarakom and enjoy a cruise through canals and lakes . Observe the daily life of locals residing on the banks. All meals and overnight on a traditional houseboat. (B, L, D)
Day 15-17: Alleppey - Kovalam
Wake up with the chirruping noise of the birds and disembark after break- fast. Travel to Kovalam and enjoy basic Ayurveda massage with three nights at a beach resort. (B, D)
Day 18: Trivandrum Departure
After a leisurely breakfast, the tour finishes with a direct transfer to Trivandrum airport. ( B )
(B=Breakfast, L= Lunch, D=Dinner)
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Terms and Conditions
Valid for new bookings only. Valid for travel as specified and for sales until sold out. Prices are per person based on twin share in New Zealand dollars. • Prices are correct as at 12 Jun 24. • Prices are thereafter subject to change without notice until time of confirmation. Prices may vary due to a number of factors including tax and surcharge increases, exchange rate movements and availability. • $500 deposit per person is required at time of booking. Please check with your House of Travel agent when full payment is required, however, it will be no later than 45 days prior to departure. • All travel must be commenced and completed as specified. Any additional accommodation is at customers own expense • Some surcharges, closeouts, routing and accommodation restrictions apply. Bedding configurations may vary on twin share options. Twin share is based on two adults sharing a room & using existing bedding. Packages are subject to availability. Departures become guaranteed with a minimum of four passengers. Cancellation and amendment fees apply. Flights are additional. Visa, travel insurance, departure taxes, gratuities and any other personal expenses are at passenger’s own expense. For full terms and conditions please contact your House of Travel agent. • Packages are subject to availability • Product is supplied by reputable suppliers with their own terms and conditions • Please ask your House of Travel consultant for full details. Supplier Code: THO
