Golden Triangle with Serene Kerala

Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi, Welcome To Incredible India!!

You will be greeted & assisted by our representative at Delhi international airport and later transferred to your hotel to check in. Remaining time is at leisure till next morning.

Day 2: Delightful Tour Of Old Delhi

Your day would begin after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Post breakfast, you get yourself ready for a personalized guide tour, which begins from the Old and Historic Delhi. The first halt is Red Fort- declared as world heritage site by UNESCO. Advance to the Jama Masjid – standing at a whopping 135ft it is regarded as the biggest mosque in India. Get back to the 300 years old real Mughal times of Old Delhi, and this is not possible if you do not go through the dingy and narrow by lanes and alleys. The guide will arrange a cycle rickshaw tour, which will let you catch a closer insight of old era and the very illustrious Anarkali Bazaar of Chandni Chowk. At Chandni Chowk, we would further take you to Khari Baoli Spice Market – the largest spice market of Asia, which is a true delight for eyes. It’s truly unbelievable to see that the spices which we normally see in small sachets & packets are here seen in big sacks & carts. A wholesale market with carts full of different spices and people busy negotiating the prices, it’s really a scene. Old Delhi is also the sparkling haven for food connoisseurs. This is the place, where you will relish tasting the unique traditional Mughal delicacies, which are prepared by expert cooks, who have inherited the trade from their forefathers. As you walk through the lanes and alleys, the feeling of Mughal architecture also takes your imagination by stride. Later enjoy visiting Famous Tea house to savour the exotic, characterful and fragrant teas. Lose yourself in its charm, be a part of a truly impeccable experience. and taste the different flavor of Masala Tea. Late afternoon you will visit Akshardham Temple – biggest Hindu temple of the world. In the evening you return to your hotel and paint a picture of places you visited in your vivid memory. Make the overnight stay in your hotel room a memoir of the events of which you were the part.

Day 3: New Delhi Tour

Welcome a new fresh morning in your life. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, and spruce up yourself for a tour of New Delhi.

This morning, you will be given almost 2 hours English guided walk tour of the streets of inner city of Paharganj and the area around New Delhi railway station, led by a child who was once living and working on the streets. The Salaam Baalak Trust City Walk is conducted by kids who used to live in the streets of Delhi before joining the Trust. The guides are adolescents who have been fully trained as local guides and who want to improve their communication and speaking skills. City Walk gets the children's stories heard, gives people a view of their world through their eyes. Over the years, thousands have taken the Walk and empowered a number of children, helping them to join mainstream life. Later, you will drive pass the imposing boulevards and buildings such as President’s Residence, India Gate, and many more in Lutyen’s Delhi (New Delhi).

Next, visit Raj Ghat (Gandhi’s memorial), Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus temple and the 12^th century Qutab Minar all through the day.

Later unwind and relax in your comfy hotel. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Day 4: Delhi – Agra, Tour Of Romance And Exaltation Begins At Agra

After breakfast, you pack yourself for a road trip to Agra – the Old Capital of Mughals. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. Relax for a while in your hotel room and then visit Agra Fort - a UNESCO world heritage site - known for great Mughal architecture and overwhelming expanse. Return to your hotel in the evening and relax overnight in the room.

Day 5: Agra - Ranthambhore

At dawn, visit the incomparable Taj Mahal – one of the seven wonders of the world, to observe the effects caused by the reflections of the changing colors of the rising Sun on this masterpiece. This momentary reflection of romance will captivate your heart by awe. Return back to your hotel for a delectable breakfast, while a part of you is still living in romanticism. After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive towards Ranthambhore, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri- a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was once the capital of Mughal Empire. Reach Ranthambhore by late afternoon and make a check in at your wildlife resort. Have the relaxing evening as you take the enjoyable retreat in an appetizing dinner.

Day 6: Ranthambhore, Living The Rustic Jungle Life

Early morning head for your first jungle safari in an open 4WD jeep in your ever-growing pursuit for animals and the imposing sight of tigers. If lucky, you may get a chance to see the king of the jungle trading the rugged terrains in his natural habitat. After lunch and spending a brief leisure time, you continue with an afternoon jeep safari trail inside the jungle to get the chance to encounter the elusive tiger. Return back to your resort and enjoy a comfy stay all night.

Day 7: Ranthambhore – Jaipur

Morning after breakfast you will be transferred to “The Pink City of India”. On arrival, make a check in at your hotel. In the evening visit ‘Chokhi Dhani”- an ethnic village resort. It is an excellent place to enjoy Rajasthani dishes and to observe village lifestyle and great cultural infusion. Don’t fail to be the part of delighted Puppet show, Magic show and cultural performances inside Chokhi Dhani. Here you will also have the option to enjoy Camel ride, Bullock cart ride and Elephant ride.

Day 8: Jaipur, The Pink City

The morning is fresh as ever for you, and this is when you will have an excursion to Amber Fort. You will be provided an elephant ride to ascend the Fort. Later, you may also visit ‘Mahout’s (Elephant owners) Colony’ to catch the tempting view of baby elephants. Afterwards visit the Maharaja's City Palace (the home of the erstwhile royal family) and Hawa Mahal (the Palace of winds). As the evening sets in, be a part of a Cooking Class. Learn to cook local delicacies and relish your taste buds with these delectable dishes. Return to your hotel and live a memorable night.

Day 9: Jaipur – Flight To Cochin (Kochi), Welcome To God’s Own Country!!

At appropriate time you will be transferred to Jaipur airport to board your flight to Cochin (Kochi). Upon arrival in the God’s Own Country at Kochi, one of our representatives will assist you with hotel transfers. Unwind and relax at the hotel and in the evening, be a part of a Cooking Class at Fort Kochi. Learn to cook local delicacies and relish your taste buds with these delectable dishes. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel. A Little About Kochi: The vibrant city of Kochi makes for a perfect destination for travelers looking to explore the rich past and breathtaking nature of Kerala. Small islands and peninsulas located along the Arabian Sea and popular highlights in Fort Kochi are just a glimpse of this amazing city. Being the commercial capital of Kerala, Kochi also allures a large number of business travelers as well.

Day 10: Cochin (Kochi), Antiques Shopping & Kathakali Dance

Your second day of the tour starts with a delicious breakfast followed by a guided sightseeing tour of Kochi/Cochin. The tour takes you to the best of the heritage sites in Fort Kochi. Besides exploring the fascinating history of the region, you can buy a range of souvenirs including antiques and spices. St. Francis Church, one of the oldest churches in India is the first highlight of the sightseeing tour. The body of the great explorer Vasco Da Gama was buried at this church but after a few years, his remains were taken to Lisbon. The next attraction on the list is Santa Cruz basilica, one of the eight basilicas in the God’s Own Country. You will also get an opportunity to take a closer look at the iconic Chinese fishing nets and visit the Dutch Palace and Jewish Synagogue. Enjoy street shopping at Jew Street for authentic spices and unique antiques. Spend evening at one of the popular cultural centres in Fort Kochi while enjoying the spectacular performances of Kathakali, a classical dance form comprising an interesting mix of music, dance, drama and ritual. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 11: Kochi – Munnar, Scenic Drive

Scenic drive from Kochi to Munnar is the highlight of the third day. Have breakfast and head to Munnar, probably one of the most enchanting hill stations in South India. Drive through lofty mountains of Western Ghats and admire the natural beauty of rolling hills and green valleys. Spend some time at the stunning Valara Waterfall while travelling to Munnar. It will take around four hours to reach Munnar from Kochi. Check-in at your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.

Day 12: Munnar, National Park

Leave for Eravikulam National Park in the morning to see Nilgiri Tahr, a mountain goat found only in the Nilgiri Hills and the Western Ghats. Later proceed to Mattupetty Dam and capture the captivating views. Activities like horse riding and boating add more fun to your visit to the Mattupetty Lake. The Shola Forests is sure to amaze Thrill seekers and birdwatchers with its trekking and bird watching opportunities. View Point, Echo Point and Tea Gardens are other pit stops of the tour. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 13: Munnar – Periyar, Wildlife Cruise

On the fifth day, a picturesque drive to Periyar National Park takes you to one of the most lush jungles in India. Check-in at the hotel and later head to Periyar Lake for a memorable wildlife cruise. Rich flora and fauna and a variety of birds and animals promise an awe-inspiring experience. You might also get a glimpse of wild animals such as Elephants, Bisons, Nilgiri Langur and Sambar Deer. Head back to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 14: Periyar – Alleppey, Venice Of The East

Today, we will take you to Allepey, often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’, with its meandering lagoons, coconut trees, endless rows of paddy fields. Once you reach this paradise, a smooth transfer will be provided to your fascinating backwaters resort. Visit Coir factory and Krishna Temple in the day and return to your resort for an overnight stay.

Day 15: Kumarakom, Luxury Houseboat

Have a delicious breakfast and check out from the resort in the afternoon to enjoy a stay at Kettuvallam, a beautifully decorated houseboat. Get transferred to Kumarakom boat jetty point to embark on your excursion through the mesmerizing backwaters in Kettuvallam. Undoubtedly, this houseboat cruise in the backwaters is the most outstanding highlight of a holiday in Kerala. Enthralling sceneries created by the long stretches of the backwaters add more to the unique experience of staying in a luxury houseboat. Spend your day while sailing through the gorgeous backwaters of Kumarakom/Alleppey. Stay overnight in your luxury houseboat

Day 16: Kumarakom – Cochin Airport – Flight To Delhi:

Breakfast at the houseboat. Check out from your hotel and get a transfer to Cochin airport to board an evening flight to Delhi for your onward journey with memories to cherish for life. Tour ends.

Reviews

An excellent expedition to India

An excellent expedition to India. Karam hand crafted a perfect tour itinerary for us incorporating all our interests. The hotels were of very good standard so as the car. Our driver, Raj was very punctual and always came on time. Every morning the vehicle was washed, and Raj welcomed us with a gentle smile. All of his efforts were so appreciated. I am so grateful to all staff as they gave 100% in making this trip of ours successful. I can bet that no other company can deliver that level of services that Vibrant India does provide. Will come back again.

RYAN BROCKLEY

Best Experience

It was my luxurious holiday in India and was perfectly planned. They have well maintained cars with skilled and experienced drivers. They designed our travel plan so well that we were able to enjoy every moment of our holiday with delight. Jaipur is fabulous and The Taj was awesome. It was a service with perfection. They allowed us to visit villages, local families and live their life by spending a day with them. My friends really liked the atmosphere created by Gaurav himself. My friends had visited india before but they were also amazed to see the places which they never had seen before. It was a long tour but we had flexible breakups to relax and to have a walking tour though the local streets. We visited Hawa Mahal, Amber Palace, Jaipur City Palace, Jantar Mantar etc. It was exciting, amazing and wonderful. I will give them 5 stars.

Nicholas

Very professional, punctual and helpful

Me and my family booked a tour with Vibrant India Tours. Our driver Anil was very professional, punctual and helpful. He was also thoughtful, whenever we came back to the car after the tour, he offered us an ice cold bottle of water from the trunk. We always found Anil cheerful and accommodating. I highly recommend everyone to use Vibrant India Tours services because it makes a huge difference in terms of safety, convenience and peace of mind.

REBEKA LEE

Truly Unforgettable

Dinish has been our driver over the last 10 days of our whistle-stop tour of Rajasthan. He has been unfailingly polite and good humoured. We have felt safe with him behind the wheel and greatly appreciated his company along the way. The lunch stops have been very good and the restaurant recommendations invaluable. We’d highly recommend them for anyone keen on exploring India in a small group.

P Matherton

An immense of experience

It was a long tour and perfectly managed by Mr. Karam and his professional staff. This was an incredible sightseeing tour we had in north India. We all are really pleased with their services and already started giving them references. Best tour guides with an immense of experience in this industry.

JANET PAXTON

Excellent Tour

I really like their promptness in their emails and calls. They are very patient and answer every question you may have about hotels, cars and destinations. The prices are affordable, however I found them easy to negotiate with. The Advisor made all the arrangements for me. In the next few days I went to see some very well known places in Delhi, Jaipur & Agra. Akshardham Temple, India Gate, Lotus Temple, Taj Mahal, Hawa Mahal & Amber Palace, all of which are the finest example of arts and craft. The journey was superb, because I had a very nice driver. Very helpful throughout the tour and provided me with a lot of information about the history and culture of the cities we went to see. Take my word – they drive safe, they treat you well and they are very experienced.

D Galway

This is our 2nd trip with Vibrant India

This is our 2nd trip with Vibrant India. We had travelled Golden Triangle circuit with them initially in 2009. We contacted Karam again to plan our Rajasthan trip. I am thrilled to get the personal level of services again even after a decade. We experienced that the professionalism of Karam with time has remained unchanged. Dinesh has great driving skills and we had an excellent time with him. Thank you, for providing us excellent tour with most personalized services.

JAI HULSE

Great Expedition

We are writing this 1/2 way through a 29 day tour of India. We began in the North ending our stay in the South. We were very excited to visit. My husband, with the dedicated Gaurav put together the perfect trip of us. We enjoy food, history and the different cultures when we travel. I must admit Gaurav was spot on. Our travels were with an exceptional guide and driver, Dinesh Misri! He spent aprox 2 weeks with us. He became a friend in a very short time, sharing of his knowledge and personal experiences. His English was very good. He always made great recommendations to add to the experience of each day. He took great pride in his always clean car and professional dress. At always on time!!! Who gives a cell phone so they can be reached 24/7!!! Dinesh We never had to use it because he was always informed of any changes at all times. Gaurav and he were always one step ahead! We are looking forward to the second half of our journey ✌

Bon V

Wildlife adventure tour to Periyar National Park

It was a perfect holiday for us. I moved to kerala after having a decent trip in North India and with an excitement to see the wildlife of Southern India Forests. The dream turned reality when I booked a trip. They took me in to the vast jungle on a jeep safari to the Periyar National Park. It is famous for wild elephants and yes they were wild. I saw a group of elephants crossing a pond along with a baby elephant. You will find many other creatures in the park as well. It was an amazing trip and didn’t cost too much. Thank you so much!!

Perci

We would not hesitate to recommend their services

I have been using Vibrant India Tours since 2012 and can’t praise more about them and about their excellent services. We would not hesitate to recommend their services to our friends and relatives who want to visit India.

LIAM FRANKLIN

Amazing

Perfect! Mind blowing managing team and a truely enthusiastic team of people and our tourist guide was so helpful and polite. He explained every thing in detail and managed well. Surely recommend!

Rohit

A trip of a lifetime

A trip of a lifetime and the finale to my 50th birthday celebrations all expertly. In the planning stages of this trip they were very responsive to our wishes and suggestions, arranging an itinerary specifically to meet our needs. Our drivers in Delhi, Varanasi and Dinesh for the remaining 12 days through Rajasthan were excellent. We covered 8 cities in this trip and everything ran like clockwork, all sightseeing and guides were organised and Dinesh gave us a mobile phone to ensure we could contact him at any time. They kept in contact with us to ensure we were happy throughout the trip and our driver Dinesh went above and beyond to make sure we were safe and happy at all times. He offered additional off programme activities, eg monkey temple, lassi walla, cinema tickets etc and really made our trip special. It was a pleasure to spend time with him, a very kind and caring gentleman and we have no hesitation in recommending. An excellent service at a competitive price for a wonderful personalised tour.

Jevan S

A Memorable tour!

We just returned from our exceptionally well organized tour that included Golden Triangle India & Rajasthan tour. All the drivers who have been assigned to our services were good, friendly and professional. The best driver was Rajesh who served us during our Rajasthan tour. I have to say a special thanks to Nitin and Ankit, who helped me organize this trip and made it a memorable one. Excellent organization and coordination made the holiday a special one. The telephone calls I received from them to check that everything is going nicely were important to us. I highly recommended to everyone thinking about going to India. Thanks so much.

David

Unbelievable Tour

I have just returned from a 17 day private tour of India and I am moved to add my 5 star review along with many others who have used this company. In my case I started looking at package tour products available locally in Australia but none allowed me Christmas day at home or got me back to Sydney for my return to work. They designed the tour around my dates with private drivers, guides, flights and an eclectic mix of 4 and 5 star hotels. My tour finish up costing me less than ANY of the group packages I had looked at. Guarav phoned regularly, via his drivers, to ensure all your needs were met but our drivers Dinesh (nth India) and Raj (Kerala) took good care of us. So thanks to the team and 5 stars.

Dominic

Professional company!

Professional company!. Really like their reviews their service is remarkable.

EMMA HOCKING

We enjoyed every bit of this trip

I went to South India for a 10 days trip with my four friends. We enjoyed every bit of this trip and thanks to Vibrant India Tours for making this tour memorable.

OLIVIA MEADE

Backwater boating experience in Kerala

It was an excellent experience to see the back waters. The natural scenery, the various birds were an added bonus. I can highly recommend this company to any visitor who wants to experience the back waters in Kerala. The guides and every person in their team from tour manager and driver who took me from airport to the booked hotel was experienced and delivered a step ahead from my expectations. The beauty of this place is amazing and the time boat moves through the jungle with long trees at both sides of the river turn the real world into factious Hollywood set. Totally a life time experience for me and I highly recommend them again!

Roxana

Cultural tour of kerala

My tour with Gaurav and his team was excellent. There is so much to learn about India and Kerala especially as a state that I would want to stay longer. I had an amazing guide and I learned so much from him about the culture, tradition and festivals people celebrate during the year. I also got a chance to visit a local family and they all were wonderful to get to know and stay with for a night. If I had the chance, I would do this tour again and I recommend anyone coming to the Kerala area take it.

Uzice

Their price was lower

Have booked a private tour and vehicle services through Pan India Tours for the Golden Triangle India. Their price was lower than some other quotes we received and the tour was very well organized. Our driver Rishi was amazing. He speaks very good English & stopped wherever I wanted. He gave really nice suggestions during the drive. The car was fitted with wifi system throughout the journey. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and will come back soon.

GARY WIED

Wonderful vacation

We had a wonderful vacation with Vibrant India Tours. We were 8 people and had booked our tour to Jaipur and Taj Mahal. The driver was so polite and accommodating. He recommended very nice places to explore and good local restaurants for lunch and dinner. Will recommend this company to friends and relatives.

ADRIAN GUALANO

I really admire their professionalism

I really admire their professionalism. The driver who joined us on our trip was an excellent driver and travel companion. His attitude was cool. We also had a nice car with comfortable seats. The kind of service we received is totally price worthy. Recommended to all!!

CLAIRE JOY

Best Kerala tour package

We had an excellent 10 days private tour to Kerala with Ktps. This is one of the most renowned travel agencies in Kerala and they delivered best services to us. Our driver saleel was excellent and we had great time with him. We covered all major destinations of Kerala I.e. Munnar, Periyar, Kumarakom, Alleppey Houseboat and Kovalam.

Surens

Excellent services

We booked a Golden Triangle tour with Vibrant India Tours. We started this trip from New Delhi on our arrival to Delhi Airport where we met our driver Rishi who then transported us to the booked hotel for check in. Rishi is an excellent driver and it was a perfectly balanced trip with pleasurable scenic drives, photography, food and fun. Our Golden Triangle Tour covered many popular attractions but most fascinating was Taj Mahal. Thank you so much for the excellent services.

MICHAEL TODD

Highly Recommended

Our golden triangle tour surpassed all of our expectations! Highly recommended, everything went so smoothly which is what you want in a very hectic country. The hotels and tour guides were all excellent and well arranged. A special big thank you to our driver Dinesh - he is a very kind, professional, attentive and caring man who prides himself on providing an excellent service and ensuring his customers are happy and comfortable. Dinesh made us feel safe and ensured we didn’t get ripped off. If we ever come back to India we will request Dinesh as our driver. We feel very lucky to have met him.

Tom and Megan

Memorable Trip

This was my second trip to India guided by the knowledgeable team. We traveled through out Tamil Nadu, into Kerala and then North to Rajastan, Agra and Varanasi. We had the good fortune of being driven by Saleel and Rishi, again! We could not have had a more spectacular personalized experience. Spending the Kite Fetsival in Jaipur with Guarav and his family was just one of the highlights of our winter journey. Even when I wanted to change the trip, mid trip, without skipping a beat, Guarav adapted our schedule to include a mid journey break in the warmth of the Ft Kochi sun. Kudos to Guarav, Saleel, Rishi and Tushar for keeping us happy, content and filled with amazing experiences.

Deb A

Trip of lifetime

We had to change our flight to Trivandrum instead of Cochin due to flood and Spice Jet airline has changed the flight without any extra cost. The agency supported us very well and changed our entire hotel booking and other arrangements in reverse order. We truly appreciate their professionalism. Only disappointment was we could not visit Munnar. Will surely recommend ktps to family and friends.

Himani S

Hats off!

There were absolutely no inconveniences or disappointments during the tour. Every time I encountered a Tours executive, I had a sense of relief even though everyone else was professional and excellent in every way, there was still a sense of being with family where I could engage and learn and be excited. On a final note, my time with Mr. Rajesh (please forgive me messing up the name if i did) and Mr. Amit was amazing. We went beyond tourists and tombs and discovered again the village that makes Delhi so confounding and amazing. While visiting different monuments that had not been possible at other times, we also hunted social help organizations. I truly believe India is a fascinating, deep, and important world of many facets that we all need to come to some understanding about as it emerges as one of the great powers and economic and cultural world influences. I honestly had a wonderful experience.

James H

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