Golden Triangle Tour with Kerala

Upon arrival in Delhi, check into the hotel and relax. Enjoy the free time for enjoyable activities like eating and sleeping. After dinner in Delhi’s traditional local nearby restaurants, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

The next day, after breakfast, proceed to explore Delhi. Delhi is an excellent place to experience heritage and enjoy modern life. Delhi comprises both Old Delhi and New Delhi; begin your tour by first exploring Old Delhi. This area features the Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque; Chandni Chowk, famous for shopping; and Raj Ghat, a serene memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Meanwhile, New Delhi is home to the Qutub Minar—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the tallest brick minaret in the world—and the Red Fort, which was the residence of the Mughals. India Gate, the Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Humayun's Tomb are also located here.

Then, early in the morning, after breakfast, you will drive to Agra. Agra Delhi distance is 210-240 km, and it takes 3-4 hours. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and relax. Then, after lunch, they start a city exploration by seeing the world’s wonder, the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is a white marble building, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaj Behgam. Then proceed to Agra Fort, which is the Red Fort of Agra. It is a 16th-century Mughal monument. In the evening, return to the hotel to take some rest. After resting, explore the Agra markets for local shopping and have a delicious dinner. Then come back to the hotel for the night’s stay.

After breakfast, transfer to Jaipur. Jaipur is around 240 km from Agra and takes 5 hours. En route, also visit Fatahpur Sikri. Fatahpur was built due to a water shortage. It is a red-stone building by Emperor Akbar and also a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then arrive in Jaipur and check into the hotel.

Early morning, start Jaipur sightseeing. First, start at the Amber Fort, and reach there by elephant ride or on foot. The Amber Fort includes the Sheesh Mahal, the Ganesh Pole, and the Mahuta Lake. After visiting Amber Fort, the next mahal is Jal Mahal. It is a palace between the Man Sagar Lake. After seeing this ride to Hawa Mahal, it is a wind palace with 953 windows. Then, the next visit to the City Palace and the Albert Hall Museum. City Palace is a royal residence, and the museum is famous for reflecting the Rajputi tradition and culture. After the city exploration, return to the hotel for relaxation. In the evening, go to Chokhi Dani, a village resort. Enjoy the traditional folk dances, music, and Rajasthani food. Then, in the night, return to the hotel.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive to Delhi. This takes 5 to 6 hours, and the distance is 270-295 kms. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. In the evening, go to enjoy local cuisine and stroll in Delhi markets. Then return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Early morning, take a flight to Kochi, which takes 3 hours and 10 minutes. After arrival, check into the hotel and take some rest.

Then, early in the morning, go sightseeing in Kochi. First, visit Fort Kochi to join a yoga session in the Santhi School of Yoga and the Praana Yoga Studio. Take the benefits of yoga, Haath yoga, and pranayama. After yoga, take a light breakfast. Then explore Fort Kochi, it is a coastal town, famous for its rich colonial architecture, beaches, heritage, Chinese fishing nets, and Kerala culture. The next visit to St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, the Dutch Palace, also known as Mattancherry Palace, and the Paradesi Synagogue, a Jewish Synagogue with beautiful interiors. A visit to the Chinese fishing nets is best for photography. Kochi has beautiful beaches, Fort Kochi, Cherai Beach, and Marine Drive. 

After breakfast, transfer to Munnar, Kochi to Munnar distance 140 km and takes 4 hours to reach. Munnar is a beautiful hill station, famous for tea plantations, waterfalls, and misty mountains. En route, visit Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls (iconic spots). Then check in and relax. Then, visit Mattupetty Dam, which is about 13km from Munnar, and a reservoir surrounded by hills, and feel the sound reflection at Echo Point. In the afternoon, visit the Tata Tea Museum for photographs of the green landscapes. Then return to the hotel and take some rest. In the evening, enjoy the local Kerala cuisine.

Morning after breakfast, Visit Eravikulam National Park, home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and diverse flora. In the afternoon, proceed to Top Station, the highest point of Munnar, to enjoy the breathtaking views of the Western Ghats; it is the best photographic spot. After lunch, go to see Kundala Lake and Pothamedu Viewpoint. Kundala Lake is a reservoir surrounded by eucalyptus trees and hills. And next visit Pothamedu View point for the views of tea, coffee, and cardamom. Then visit a spice plantation and gardens on the way. After that, return to the resort for rest.

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Thekkady and upon arrival, check into the hotel. In Kerala, Periyar, the southernmost state, is known for its Periyar wildlife sanctuary, one of the most natural wildlife sanctuaries, famous for natural beauty, spice gardens, and plantations. It is one of India's biggest wildlife sanctuaries. Enjoy a boat ride on the Pariyar Lake through the dense forests of the Western Ghats. Many animals, such as tigers, sambar, gaur, elephants, birds, and grey herons, proceed to a spice plantation. In Kerala, many masters used spices for medicinal purposes and in Ayurveda. Then return to the hotel.

After breakfast, depart from the hotel and drive to Alleppey. Alleppey is 139 km from Munnar and takes 3 hours and 48 minutes to reach. Upon arrival, check into the houseboat and enjoy a houseboat ride on the backwater to watch the village life. Kerala is a hub of backwaters and waterways.  Kerala’s wonderful experience of a houseboat ride on the backwaters. Then take a coconut water as a welcome drink. In the afternoon, the houseboat anchored for lunch at the rice paddies. Then resume the cruise in some time. In the evening, tea/coffee and snacks will be served. The boat anchored near a village for an overnight stay.

In Alleppey, a backwater cruise with yoga is a wellness experience that offers a slow-paced journey on the water lagoons with yoga asanas and practices. Many houseboats provide wellness retreats for yoga practice. Then, in the evening, enjoy traditional Kerala food.

After breakfast, transfer to Kochi. Kochi is 55 km away and takes 1.5 hours. Then, check for relaxation. In the evening, enjoy the Kathakali dance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre. Visit Jew Town, famous for spices, handicrafts, and antiques. Enjoy the visit to Kerala cafes for local Kerala seafood. After that, come to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Then, early morning, transfer to the airport and board a flight to your hometown.