Golden Triangle to Kerala Backwaters: 14 Days of Culture, Wildlife & Serenity

Delhi(3N) → Jaipur(2N) → Agra(1N) → Kochi(1N) → Periyar(2N) → Kumarakom (3N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Departure from Home Country

Begin your journey with an overnight international flight to India.
Prepare for an exciting exploration of two very different sides of India — the royal North and the lush, tropical South.

Day 2 Arrival in Delhi – Welcome to India

Land in Delhi, where our representative will meet you at the airport and assist with your hotel transfer.
After check-in, relax and adjust to your new time zone.
Optional evening walk around Connaught Place or a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 3 Delhi City Tour – Old & New Worlds Collide

Kick off the day in Old Delhi with a visit to Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, followed by a cycle rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk.
Stop by the Red Fort (outside view) and Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial.
In New Delhi, visit Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar, both UNESCO sites.
Drive past India Gate, President’s House, and Parliament for iconic photo stops.
Overnight in Delhi.

Day 4 Delhi to Jaipur – Gateway to Rajasthan

After breakfast, drive (~5.5 hours) to Jaipur, known as the Pink City.
En route, enjoy views of mustard fields and traditional Rajasthani villages.
Check-in at the hotel and relax.
In the evening, opt to visit Chokhi Dhani, a cultural village with folk dance, food, and camel rides.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 5 Jaipur Heritage Tour – Palaces & Forts

Visit the hilltop Amber Fort, ascending by jeep. Explore its ornate halls like Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace) and Diwan-e-Khas.
On the way back, photo stop at Jal Mahal, the Water Palace.
Back in the city, explore the City Palace, which still houses royalty.
Visit Jantar Mantar, the 18th-century astronomical observatory.
Take a peek at the intricate façade of Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds).
Shop in bustling bazaars for block prints, jewelry, and handicrafts.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 6 Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra

Drive to Agra (~5 hrs), stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone ghost town built by Emperor Akbar.
See Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, and the palace complex.
Continue to Agra and check into your hotel.
In the evening, visit Mehtab Bagh for a serene view of the Taj Mahal at sunset, across the Yamuna River.
Overnight in Agra.

Day 7 Taj Mahal at Sunrise – Return to Delhi

Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise — the most iconic monument of love, built by Shah Jahan for Mumtaz Mahal.
Explore the grand Agra Fort, home to generations of Mughal emperors.
Return to Delhi in the afternoon (~4 hrs) and relax.
Optional dinner at a rooftop restaurant.
Overnight in Delhi.

Day 8 Fly to Kochi – Welcome to Kerala

Morning transfer to Delhi Airport and board your flight to Kochi.
Arrive in Kerala and transfer to hotel in Fort Kochi.
Visit St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, and see Chinese Fishing Nets at sunset.
Overnight stay in Kochi.

Day 9 Kochi to Periyar – Spice Country

Scenic drive (~4.5 hrs) to Periyar (Thekkady) through the Western Ghats, passing tea and spice plantations.
Afternoon visit to a spice plantation to see cardamom, black pepper, and vanilla in their natural settings.
Evening optional Kathakali dance show or martial arts performance.
Overnight stay in Periyar.

Day 10 Nature and Wildlife in Periyar

Morning boat safari on Periyar Lake inside the wildlife sanctuary. Look out for elephants, wild boars, and birds.
Optional guided jungle walk or visit to an elephant camp.
Afternoon at leisure or enjoy a relaxing Ayurvedic massage.
Overnight in Periyar.

Day 11 Houseboat Cruise to Kumarakom

Drive to Alleppey (approx. 3 hrs), board a traditional Kettuvallam houseboat.
Cruise through peaceful Kerala backwaters, see villages, paddy fields, and daily life unfold along the canals.
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch onboard.
Disembark in the evening and transfer to your lakeside resort in Kumarakom.
Overnight in Kumarakom.

Day 12 Leisure Day in Kumarakom

Day 13 Final Day in God’s Own Country

Day 14 Fly Back Home via Kochi

After breakfast, transfer to Kochi International Airport for your return flight home.
End of an unforgettable journey through India.