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Taj Mahal Excursion
Agra ( Home of Taj Mahal )
Delhi ( Capital of India )
Fatehpur Sikri( Epic in red sandstone )
Haridwar ( Gateway to Lord Vishnu )
Jaipur ( Pink City )
Mathura ( Birth place of lord krishna)
Rishikesh ( Yoga capital of the world )
Vrindavan ( City of Widows )
Varanasi ( One of the oldest living cities in the world )
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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Taj Mahal Tour with Ayurveda
Come and enjoy your tour to ‘symbol of love with different therapies’ i.e. Taj Mahal Tour with Ayurveda and along with that, also travel to the different places in India. There are quite a lot of places near Agra and Kerala that you may visit during this tour such as Delhi-Agra-Cochin-Alleppey Houseboat-Trivandrum-Kovalam-Home.
Lots of people come to visit this point to get the real life amusement. Taj-Mahal was the last wish made by the Shah Jahan’s wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is a memory of their eternal love that shows the respect towards each other. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset.
Also, so many people come from far and wide to get Ayurvedic treatments for ailments that are serious and some are not so serious. There are numerous of luxury Ayurvedic resorts like the Kumarakom lake resort, Keraleeyam Heritage Home and Ayurvedic Resort and the Spice village Periyar that proffer a wide menu of Ayurvedic oil massages and cures. All these massage centers situated in different parts of Kerala, India ensure that their masseurs are well trained and are well experienced. You will definitely enjoy this tour.
This Tour Itinerary can be customized according to your travel needs & requirements.
Lots of people come to visit this point to get the real life amusement. Taj-Mahal was the last wish made by the Shah Jahan’s wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is a memory of their eternal love that shows the respect towards each other. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset.
Also, so many people come from far and wide to get Ayurvedic treatments for ailments that are serious and some are not so serious. There are numerous of luxury Ayurvedic resorts like the Kumarakom lake resort, Keraleeyam Heritage Home and Ayurvedic Resort and the Spice village Periyar that proffer a wide menu of Ayurvedic oil massages and cures. All these massage centers situated in different parts of Kerala, India ensure that their masseurs are well trained and are well experienced. You will definitely enjoy this tour.
This Tour Itinerary can be customized according to your travel needs & requirements.
Duration : 10 Days
Destination : Delhi - Agra - Cochin - Alleppey Houseboat - Trivandrum - Kovalam - Home
Destination : Delhi - Agra - Cochin - Alleppey Houseboat - Trivandrum - Kovalam - Home
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Fly from your country to international airport Delhi then you will be met by our representative. He will address you about the location and then shift you to Hotel by our own cab. On arriving, first check in to the hotel. Then, you will be given time for some rest after a long journey.
Over night stay at Delhi Hotel.
Day 02 Delhi
Key features:-
Raj Ghat, Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid, Connaught Place, India Gate, Purana Quila , Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Visit President’s residence etc.
Detailed Itinerary: - After an early breakfast in hotel. Proceed for full day tour of combined Old & New Delhi.
OLD DELHI - A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi - visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated, Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire. Enjoy Cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.
NEW DELHI - An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, Lotus Temple - Known as Bahai Temple, Akshardham Temple - Newly constructed temple of Swani Narayan Trust, Birla temple - known as laxmi Nayaran temple, The President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.
Overnight stay will be at Delhi.
Day 03 Delhi - Agra - Delhi
Delhi - Agra - By road covering 201 km in 4hr. enjoy this long journey by seeing the sight scenes. Proceed by surface for Agra after breakfast. En-route visit Sikandra. Continue your drive to Agra. Reach Agra and check into your pre booked hotel.
Key features:-
Visit the TAJ MAHAL, AGRA FORT, Pearl Mosque
Detailed Itinerary: - Visit the different places and monuments of Agra.
Agra is the quintessential Mughal City, where the world marvels at the epitome of love, beauty and sacrifice - The Taj Mahal, one of the wonders of the world. So overwhelming is the magic monument, that Agra has been immortalized, as the City of the Taj.
Agra finds mention in the Mahabharata as Agraban. This city of the Taj ,was established in 1475, by Badal Singh, but came into its own when Sikandra Lodi, chose it as his capital ,but was eventually defeated by Babur, who laid the foundation of the Mughal empire.
Agra reached its zenith during the reign of the Mughal Empire, to become the center of art, culture, commerce and learning.
By mid 16th and the earlier 17th century, Agra witnessed a frenzied building activity purely in the contemporary Mughal style, and it was during this time, when the symbol of love - TheTaj Mahal was built.
Proceed for sightseeing:-
TAJ MAHAL - The epitome of love is the major attraction of people far and near. Whether one is Indian or Non-Indian, seeing Taj Mahal is everyone’s dream. So, it is justly classified as one of the most resplendent tourism destinations in India. It is India’s most terra incognita monument and is also one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Its architectural beauty has never been surpassed. It is widely considered as one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and stands as a symbol of eternal love.
It was built by a Muslim, Emperor Shah Jahan (died 1666 C.E.) in the memory of his dear wife and Queen Mumtaz Mahal at Agra, India. It is an "elegy in marble" or some say an expression of a "dream."
AGRA FORT - The rusty red sandstone fort of Agra was commenced by Emperor Akbar in 1556 on an older on built by Sher Shah Suri’s son Salim Shah.
It stands majestically on the banks of river Yamuna and four successive Mughal Emperors helped in its construction and beautification. Its 20 mtr. High massive walls are of 2.5kms perimeter and contain elegant Moti Masjid and the palaces.
The most remarkable thing about this fort is that it was transformed from a mere military structure into a magnificent complex within a very short period of time. The following buildings within the fort are worth visiting:-
Moti Mahal, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas, Musammam Burj, Khas Mahal, Shish Mahal, Anguri Bagh, Jahangir’s Palace
After visiting the above places, proceed for Badalgarh fort. Built by the famous emperor Badal Singh, in 1475.
In the evening drive back to Delhi. Overnight stay at Delhi.
Day 04 Delhi – Cochin: - A Host of Interesting Attractions.
Early in the morning catch a flight to Cochin. Arrive by flight to Cochin. Transfer to Hotel.
Key features:-
• Mouth watering fresh seafood
• Visit Veega Land, Cherai Beach, Parikshith Thampuran Museum, Palliport Fort,
• Unique backwaters, Forts & Palaces and Churches
Detailed Itinerary: - Afternoon city sightseeing tour. Visit different places. An appointment with Cochin, the “Queen of the Arabian Sea” is located in the South Western Coast of the Indian Subcontinent.
It is an exciting city and is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. It is a small town situated in the Ernakulam district of Kerala.
The city is bordered by the Western Ghats in the East and the Arabian Sea in the West. The tourist attractions in Cochin include forts, sanctuaries, Palaces and Churches.
Embark on a sightseeing tour on arrival. In the evening you can enjoy an enchanting Kathakali Dance presentation. Stay overnight at hotel. Santa Cruz cathedral is another attraction of Kochi. You will surely enjoy the climate and places of visits.
Overnight stay will be at Cochin.
Day 05 Cochin – Ernakulam: - Gift of nature.
After an early breakfast in hotel take a morning sightseeing tours to Ernakulam.
Key Features: -
• Visit the Parishath Thampuran Museum
• Museum of Kerala History of Edapally
Detailed Itinerary: - Ernakulam is a town of temples and churches with all the gifts of nature. Coconut trees give a shade to the town. Ernakulam was the capital of Kochi kingdom in the past. The temples of Lord Shiva and Lord Krishna in this city attract the devotees throughout the day.
Parishath Thampuran Museum is located adjacent to Durbar Hall Road. Its collections consist of oil paintings describing ancient stories, old coins, sculptures of different styles and the materials belonging to the royal family.
Late evening attend a performance of Kathakali Dance.
Day 06 Cochin - Alleppey and board the houseboat.
Drive to Alleppey.
Detailed Itinerary: - Alleppey- which is an important tourist destination in India. A Backwater of Alleppey is world famous and is the most popular tourist attraction in Kerala. It connects Kumarakom and Cochin towards north and Quilon to the South. You will have the rest of the day free to relax with the option of herbal oil massage or an Ayurvedic massage. Also delight the wonderful Kerala cuisine in ethnic way.
Houseboat: - Thereupon board your exclusive houseboat that will quietly sail through the beautiful Kerala backwater canals all day and night, a tropical sojourn not to be missed!
Staying in a traditional houseboat of Kerala Style is really like a dream come true as it makes your mind auspicious and go on a leisurely backwater cruise along the lake on a thatched houseboat will make u feel like a bird flying over the ocean.
The houseboat with all modern comforts and traditional decoration and designing give you the symbol of INDIAN culture and modernism. While staying in the houseboat, you will get lunch, dinner and breakfast. A ride on the houseboat is really a fabulous way to explore the beauty of the backwaters.
After that, overnight stay on house boat.
Day 07 Alleppey Houseboat - Trivandrum - Kovalam
After an early traditional breakfast drive to Trivandrum. On arriving at Thiruvananthapuram, our representative will pick you up and address you about the place in brief and then shift you to a beach resort at Somatheeram by our personal facilities (car/bus).
Key features:-
Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Shri Chitra Art Gallery , Somatheeram
Detailed Itinerary: - In the afternoon take city tour. Then, we will take you at the astonishing tropical beach and later set out for fishing with local fishermen on traditional kattamaran. You will also have the option of invigorate yourself with the much admired Ayurveda treatment.
Padmanabhaswamy Temple: - In this temple, the image of Lord Vishnu found is found in eternal sleep on Anantanag who is the king of the snakes.
At last, continue your drive to Kovalam and overnight at Ayurvedic Beach Resort.
Day 08 - 09 Trivandrum – Kovalam:- The Tourist’s Paradise.
Key features:-
• One of the cleanest and safest beaches in the country
• Yoga and Other Health Related Activities
• Open Sea, Beaches, Vast Stretch of Land, Vizhinjam Village
• Aruvikkara
• Neyer dam and wildlife sanctuary
• Lion safari and crocodile project
Day free for relaxation and optional Ayurvedic Therapy / Yoga / Meditation / Ayurveda. During your stay in Kovalam Beach you may take time off to visit the Kalari Martial Arts Gymnasium in Trivandrum or take a full day excursion to Kanyakumari.
Day 10 Kovalam - Home / Scheduled Destinations
After breakfast in hotel catch a flight to your home / Planned Destinations with sweet memories of "Taj Mahal with Kerala Ayurveda Tours"