10 Nights 11 Days Kerala Ayurveda and Taj Mahal Tour

Day 01, Arrival at Cochin:

After arriving at the Cochin airport you will be WELCOMED by our representative, who will escort you to your pre-booked hotel. After checking in take some rest and freshen up, then proceed to see the local sights in Cochin. Cochin is popularly known as the Queen of Arabian Sea, also boasts of one of the finest natural harbors in the world. Visit Mattancherry Palace also know as the Dutch Palace, Paradesi Synagogue, Chienese Fishing Net, St. Francis CSI Church in Fort Kochi, originally built in 1503, is the oldest European church in India and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent, then visit Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi. Later visit Marine drive. Then back to the hotel to rest for the night.

Day 02, Cochin – Kumarakom (Yoga / Ayurveda)

After breakfast check out of the hotel and proceed to Kumarakom. After reaching Kumarakom check in to the hotel.  You can take an Ayurveda message at the resort. Later in the evening you can visit Kumarakom Birds sanctuary, local village. Have diner and rest for the night.

Day 03, Kumarakom- Alleppey (Backwater Houseboat):

After breakfast check out of the backwater Resort at Kumarakom and proceed to board your Houseboat. Enjoy the Kerala backwater cruise through Vembanad Lake. Paddy Fields, Kuttanadan Backwater life, Fishing, Toddy Shops, Backwater islands, etc. This is the only region where it’s possible to cultivate rice below sea level. Your Lunch, evening snacks, Tea/coffee and Dinner will be provided on board. Spend the night in the Houseboat.

Day 04, Alleppey – Kovalam:

After breakfast check out of the houseboat and proceed to Kovalam. Kovalam is a coastal town in the southern Indian state of Kerala, the famous beach among tourist for many years. Kovalam is a place rich with Ayurveda Yoga meditation, culture, history, ethnic people, music and good food – a tourist’s paradise. After reaching Kovalam check in the hotel and relax at the Kovalam beach. Have dinner and rest for the night at the hotel.

Day 05, 06,  Kovalam (Yoga / Ayurveda)

On these two days, after breakfast at the resort, after consulting with the in house doctors take Ayurveda therapy, Spa, Yoga, Massage etc as per your requirement, share any health concerns you have with the doctor.  You will get a highly motivated and committed team of doctors and therapists who will provide you with the highest quality of Ayurveda treatment. In the evening you can spend time relaxing at the Kovalam beach. Have your dinner and rest for the night at your hotel.

Day 07, Kovalam- Delhi:

Post breakfast we will drop you at the Trivandrum airport, take your flight to Delhi. After arriving in Delhi check in to the hotel,  then proceed for a local tour of India’s capital territory. Visit Qutab Minar the tallest brick minaret in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site , then visit the Humayun’s Tomb -tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi , also visit other interest of the city like President House, India Gate,Laxmi Narayan temple and Raj Ghat. In the evening you can visit the Red fort to enjoy a Light and sound show, Red Fort was the residence of Mughal emperors for nearly 200 years. After dinner overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 08: Delhi – Agra

On day eight, after breakfast proceed to Agra– the city of marbles . En route you will visit the famous Tomb of Emperor Akbar at Sikandra.

After reaching Agra check in to the hotel. Freshen up and take some rest, after lunch visit the local market and buy handicraft for your family and friends. In the evening you will visit the Taj Mahal, one of the 7 wonders of the world.  The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz, that is why it is known as a symbol of love. Visiting the beautiful monument at Sunset gives you a unique experience, the beautiful monument looks even more gratifying at Sunset. Have your dinner in a famous Mughal restaurant of the City. After dinner rest for the night at your hotel.

Day 09: Agra – Jaipur

Post breakfast visit the 16th century Agra Fort  also known as the “Lal –Qila”, house to a number of exquisite buildings and a  UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Agra fort, Shah Jahan spent his last days imprisoned by his son, Aurangzeb. After Agra Fort you will visit the Etmad Ud Daulla’s Tomb, people also refer it as Baby Taj Mahal because it has Minars(towers) similar to that of the Taj Mahal. Then proceed to Jaipur- the Pink City, en route you will visit Fatehpur sikiri – a city founded by a 16th-century Mughal emperor. After arriving in Jaipur check in to the hotel. In the evening you can explore local markets. Have dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10: Jaipur

On day ten, after breakfast visit Amber fort-most famous monument of Jaipur, where you can enjoy an elephant ride and then visit Jaigarh fort. After lunch visit a few other attractions of the city , like the famous City Palace -a palace complex in Jaipur, visit Albert hall & Museum, Hawa Mahal -a palace in Jaipur, India, named so because it was essentially a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while remaining unseen from the outside. Constructed of red and pink sandstone, the palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jantar Mantar. In the evening visit Jal Mahal. Have dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 11: Jaipur – Delhi (Depart)

The last day of your Kerala Ayurveda and Taj Mahal tour. After breakfast check out of the hotel and our driver will escort you to Delhi. After reaching Delhi we will drop you at the Airport to catch your flight back home.