On arrival at the New Delhi airport, our representative representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city's bustling streets or wander its wide tree-lined boulevards to get your first taste of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Itinerary
- Experience Delhi, the National Capital of India, in existence since the 6th century BC.
- In Agra, visit World Famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sites: the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
- Enjoy Jungle Safari's at Ranthambore National Park, the former hunting grounds of the Maharajahs of Jaipur.
- In Jaipur, visit Amer Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and the local markets.
- Glide through tranquil backwaters, a web of shimmering lakes, canals, and lagoons nestled beside the Arabian Sea.
Tour program
Arrival in New Delhi
Start point
Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Exploring Old and New Delhi
Today, proceed for full-day sightseeing of Delhi. The National Capital of India, Delhi has been in existence since the 6th century BC. Start your sightseeing from the Rajghat, the memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Later, visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Afterward, drive past President House, and India Gate in Edwin Lutyens Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayun's Tomb, built-in 1562, commissioned by Humayun's wife Hamida Banu Begum. Later in the evening visit the Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak. Overnight stay at the hotel.
New Delhi - Agra (220 kms/4 hrs drive)
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Agra - the city of the Taj Mahal. Upon arrival at Agra, check in at your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. The evening is free for shopping for handicrafts as souvenirs from the market of Agra. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Ranthambore (270 kms/6 hrs drive)
Early morning before sunrise our tour guide will pick you up from the hotel and take you for a guided tour of the Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. Later return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Ranthambore National Park. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Akbar in the late 16th century. After sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, proceed to Ranthambore for overnight stay.
Exploring Ranthambore National Park
Experience two thrilling jeep safaris at Ranthambore National Park, known for its majestic royal Bengal tigers. In the morning, wake up early to make the most of your day at Ranthambore. As you enter the park, a sense of anticipation and excitement will fill the air, knowing that you are about to witness the beauty of the wild. Board the open-top jeep, specially designed for wildlife viewing, and set off with your experienced naturalist guide. The vast expanse of Ranthambore National Park stretches before you, a tapestry of rugged terrain, lush greenery, and ancient ruins. The park is home to an incredible variety of flora and fauna, but it is the tigers that steal the show.
Apart from tigers, Ranthambore is also home to a diverse array of wildlife, including leopards, sloth bears, wild boars, sambar deer, and a variety of bird species. Your naturalist guide will share their expertise, pointing out the different species and providing fascinating insights into the park's ecosystem.
After morning safari, get back to the resort for break and lunch. Later in the afternoon, embark on an evening safari, enjoying the magical ambiance during sunset and witnessing captivating wildlife encounters. Return to accommodations for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Ranthambore - Jaipur (160 kms/3.30 hrs drive)
After breakfast at the resort, leave for Jaipur. Upon arrival at Jaipur, check-in at your hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure, later in the evening take a stroll inside the beautiful market of the historic walled pink city of Jaipur, where the old ways of life continue uninterrupted. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Exploring Jaipur
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Jaipur. Start you sightseeing with the iconic attraction of Rajasthan "Amber Fort and Palace", A UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Man Singh in 1592 in red sandstone and marble. The magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, divided into several sections. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort's majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. After Amber Fort, visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar, the Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Jaipur - Kochi (By Flight)
After breakfast, our driver will transfer you to Jaipur Airport to board a flight to Kochi. Upon arrival at Cochin Airport (Kochi), our driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Kochi for overnight stay.
Exploring Cochin (Kochi)
After breakfast at the hotel, head-out to experience Kochi/Cochin. During your sightseeing of Kochi, you will visit St Francis Church, which is the oldest European church and a 16th century Jewish Synagogue. Afterwards visit the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace due to it's colonial influences. Also visit Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica Fort, Indo Portuguese Museum, Chinese Fishing Nets, and Bolgatty Island. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Cochin - Munnar (130 kms/4 hrs drive)
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Munnar - scenic hill station of Kerala. On the way to Munnar, visit Kodanad Elephant Care Centre, beautiful waterfalls and natural scenic spots. Upon arrival at Munnar, check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Exploring Munnar
After breakfast, visit Eravikulam National Park for a short hike and a chance to spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Continue to Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point, famous for its natural echo and scenic views. In the evening, drive to Top Station to witness a beautiful sunset before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay in Munnar.
Munnar - Thekkady (100 kms / approx. 3.30 hrs drive)
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Thekkady (the location of the Periyar National Park). Upon arrival at Thekkady, check-in at your resort. Relax at the resort, later visit spice plantations of Kumily - a beautiful town and a popular tourist destination near Thekkady. Overnight stay at the resort.
Exploring Thekkady and Periyar National Park
Today, proceed for a full day sightseeing of Thekkady & Periyar National Park. Periyar National Park, also known as Periyar Tiger Reserve, is thick ever green forest in the mountainous Western Ghats of Kerala. Noted for its geomorphology, diversity of wild life and scenic beauty, the sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. This wildlife sanctuary is home to tigers and a significant elephant population, as well as rare lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards and Indian bison. It is one of those wildlife reserves in India that remain open even in monsoon season. Optional activities like Boating at Periyar Lake, and Elephant Ride can be done at an extra cost. Overnight stay at the resort.
Thekkady - Alleppey (130 kms/3 hrs drive)
After breakfast at the resort, leave for Alappuzha (or Alleppey) - best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons. Set out on an enchanting overnight backwater cruise in traditionally decorated houseboats. Check in time is 01:00 PM and cruise starts with lunch. While cruising in these floating villas, let your eyes settle for the rare and the unusual - skim past Chinese fishing nets, bowed-down paddy fields, and local inhabitants engaged in making coir products, rustic homes, ancient temples and swaying coconut groves. Evening is free at leisure, you can explore the local market of Alappuzha. Overnight stay at the houseboat.
Alleppey - Cochin (55 kms/1.30 hrs drive) & Departure
After breakfast or before as per flight timing, our driver will transfer you to Cochin International Airport to board a flight to home or onward destination.
End point
Cochin International Airport (COK), Nedumbassery, Aluva, Kerala 683111, India
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Last Updated On December 1, 2023
Payments:
For all the services contracted, certain advance payment should be made to hold the booking, on confirmed basis & the balance amount can be paid either before your departure from your country or upon arrival in INDIA but definitely before the commencement of the services. Management personnels hold the right to decide upon the amount to be paid as advance payment, based on the nature of the service & the time left for the commencement of the service.
Apart from above in some cases like Special Train Journeys, hotels or resorts bookings during the peak season (X-Mas, New Year), full payment is required to be sent in advance.
Cancellation Policy:
In the event of cancellation of tour / travel services due to any avoidable / unavoidable reason/s we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the date we receive advice in writing, and cancellation charges would be as follows:
60 days prior to arrival: 10% of the tour / service cost
30 - 59 days prior to arrival: 50% of the tour / service cost
0 - 29 days prior to arrival or no show: no refund
Note: Written cancellation will accept on all working days, except Sunday, Any cancellation sent on Sunday's will be considered on next working day (Monday).
Every year on the Christmas and New Year period from 20 December to 5 Jan the payment is non-refundable.
In case you cancel the trip after commencement, refund would be restricted to a limited amount only which too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers/ contractors we patronize. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered transportation & missed meals etc. We do not bear any responsibility to refund.
Wildlife Safaris cancellation:
All the wildlife safaris booked into any of Indian Wildlife National Park/Sanctuaries are non refundable. Even date change request will be considered as cancellation and no payment will be refunded/ adjusted against it.
Our Liabilities & Limitations:
Please note that after the finalization of the Tour/ service Cost, if there are any Hike in entrance fees of monuments / museums, Taxes, fuel cost or guide charges – by Govt of India, the same would be charged as extra.
Ramble Advisor act only in the capacity of agent for the hotels, airlines, transporters, railways & contractors providing other services & all exchange orders, receipts, contracts & tickets issued by us are issued subject to terms & conditions under which these services are provided by them.
All itineraries are sample itineraries, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before the tour or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change any schedule in the interest of the trip participants' safety, comfort & general well being.
Our rates are based on the prevailing rates as negotiated by us with the hotels, airlines etc. Hotels and Airlines retain the right to modify the rates without any notice. In case of such changes the rates quoted before the modification, can be changed by us according to the modifications by hotels or airlines. All hotel bookings are based on usual check in and check out time of the hotels until unless indicated in the itinerary.
We shall not be responsible for any delays & alterations in the programme or expenses incurred – directly or indirectly – due to natural hazards, flight cancellations, accident, breakdown of machinery or equipments, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, political closures or any untoward incidents.
We shall not be responsible for any loss, injury or damage to person, property, or otherwise in connection with any accommodation, transportation or other services, resulting – directly or indirectly – from any act of GOD, dangers, fire, accident, breakdown in machinery or equipment, breakdown of transport, wars, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, thefts, pilferage's, epidemics, medical or custom department regulations, defaults, or any other causes beyond our control.
We do not have any insurance policy covering the expenses for accident, sickness, loss due to theft, or any other reasons. Visitors are advised to seek such insurance arrangements in their home country. All baggage's & personal property/s at all times are at the client's risk.
Please Note: We will not be responsible for any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
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Cancellation/Refund Policy - Prior to November 30, 2023
All correspondence(s) in respect of Tours / Travel Service bookings should be addressed to M/s. Ramble Advisor.
Payments:
For all the services contracted, certain advance payment should be made to hold the booking, on confirmed basis & the balance amount can be paid either before your departure from your country or upon arrival in INDIA but definitely before the commencement of the services. Management personnels hold the right to decide upon the amount to be paid as advance payment, based on the nature of the service & the time left for the commencement of the service.
Apart from above in some cases like Special Train Journeys, hotels or resorts bookings during the peak season (X-Mas, New Year), full payment is required to be sent in advance.
Cancellation Policy:
In the event of cancellation of tour / travel services due to any avoidable / unavoidable reason/s we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the date we receive advice in writing, and cancellation charges would be as follows:
60 days prior to arrival: 25% of the tour / service cost
30 - 59 days prior to arrival: 50% of the tour / service cost
0 - 29 days prior to arrival or no show: no refund
Note: Written cancellation will accept on all working days, except Sunday, Any cancellation sent on Sunday's will be considered on next working day (Monday).
Every year on the Christmas and New Year period from 20 December to 5 Jan the payment is non-refundable.
In case you cancel the trip after commencement, refund would be restricted to a limited amount only which too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers/ contractors we patronize. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered transportation & missed meals etc. We do not bear any responsibility to refund.
Wildlife Safaris cancellation:
All the wildlife safaris booked into any of Indian Wildlife National Park/Sanctuaries are non refundable. Even date change request will be considered as cancellation and no payment will be refunded/ adjusted against it.
Our Liabilities & Limitations:
Please note that after the finalization of the Tour/ service Cost, if there are any Hike in entrance fees of monuments / museums, Taxes, fuel cost or guide charges – by Govt of India, the same would be charged as extra.
Ramble Advisor act only in the capacity of agent for the hotels, airlines, transporters, railways & contractors providing other services & all exchange orders, receipts, contracts & tickets issued by us are issued subject to terms & conditions under which these services are provided by them.
All itineraries are sample itineraries, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before the tour or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change any schedule in the interest of the trip participants' safety, comfort & general well being.
Our rates are based on the prevailing rates as negotiated by us with the hotels, airlines etc. Hotels and Airlines retain the right to modify the rates without any notice. In case of such changes the rates quoted before the modification, can be changed by us according to the modifications by hotels or airlines. All hotel bookings are based on usual check in and check out time of the hotels until unless indicated in the itinerary.
We shall not be responsible for any delays & alterations in the programme or expenses incurred – directly or indirectly – due to natural hazards, flight cancellations, accident, breakdown of machinery or equipments, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, political closures or any untoward incidents.
We shall not be responsible for any loss, injury or damage to person, property, or otherwise in connection with any accommodation, transportation or other services, resulting – directly or indirectly – from any act of GOD, dangers, fire, accident, breakdown in machinery or equipment, breakdown of transport, wars, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, thefts, pilferage's, epidemics, medical or custom department regulations, defaults, or any other causes beyond our control.
We do not have any insurance policy covering the expenses for accident, sickness, loss due to theft, or any other reasons. Visitors are advised to seek such insurance arrangements in their home country. All baggage's & personal property/s at all times are at the client's risk.
Please Note: We will not be responsible for any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
Tour Details
Accommodation
- 13 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on twin or double sharing basis. (Please Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to Luxury boutique hotels/4 star/5 star/5 star deluxe or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost.).
- 1 night stay in a deluxe houseboat on the backwaters of Alleppey.
Transport
Airport pick-up / drop-off, all sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary.
- 1-2 persons - by comfortable sedan car such as Toyota Etios or Suzuki Dzire or similar.
- 3 persons - by comfortable MUV car such as Toyota Innova Crysta or similar.
- 4 or more persons - by comfortable mini-van such as Tempo Traveller / Tourist Bus or similar.
Insurance
Flights
- Domestic flight from Jaipur to Kochi (Economy Class).
Additional Services
- Personal assistance during arrival and departure.
- 1 rickshaw ride in old Delhi.
- 2 shared jeep safaris at Ranthambore National Park.
- 1 boat ride on Periyar Lake in Thekkady.
- 1 mineral water bottle per person per day.
- All applicable taxes.
Additional Services
- Any International flights are not included.
- Please Note: Tour guides for specific languages, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Dutch, are also available on request basis at an additional cost.
- Any VISA fee (if applicable).
- Any monument entrance fee, camera fee.
- Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Meals
- Daily breakfast at the hotels.
- All meals at the resort in Ranthambore (B, L, D - Buffet / Fixed Menu).
- All meals at the houseboat in Alleppey (B, L, D - Buffet / Fixed Menu).
Guide
- English speaking local destination guides in Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, and Kochi.
- Wildlife naturalist at Ranthambore National Park.
Good to know
Currency
Indian Rupee
India