Embark on a mouth-watering journey through India’s culinary heartlands!
Start in Delhi, where street food and rich history come together. Savor the regal Mughlai flavors of Agra, then dive into Jaipur’s royal Rajasthani spices.
Next, journey to South India, a spice lover's paradise, where you’ll feast on a meal served on a banana leaf, explore fragrant spice plantations, and sail through Kerala’s serene backwaters. From bustling street snacks to traditional feasts, this tour is an ultimate Culinary Adventure!
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at Delhi
Arrive in Delhi. On arrival, you will be greeted and assisted by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Rooms will be available from 1400 Hrs.
DELHI – It has been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires for about a millennium. Many times, the city was built, destroyed, and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, several Delhi's rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then as creators.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast enjoy visit of Delhi. We will begin with a photo stop at the Red Fort (From Outside).
It will be followed by a food tour walk through Old Delhi.
Tuck into the savoury and sweet flavours of Old Delhi that highlights the culinary delights of this diverse city. You will walk through busy streets, vibrant markets and back alleys on a quest for the most delicious dishes Delhi has on offer. Visit different food spots including some century old restaurants on this memorable experience that's perfect for adventurous travellers!
Afternoon is reserved for visiting New Delhi. You will drive past the Govt. Buildings and India gate (42m high), built to commemorate the 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in the 1st world war.
Later visit Humayun’s Tomb, which is considered the forerunner of the famous Taj Mahal and a UNESCO world heritage site.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Delhi / Agra
After breakfast drive to Agra. On arrival in Agra, transfer to hotel.
AGRA - The city of the inimitable “TAJ MAHAL” The architectural splendour of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal Empire. While its significance as a political center ended with the transfer of the capital to Delhi in 1634 by Shah Jahan, its architectural wealth has secured its place on the international map.
In the afternoon visit Agra Fort, considered one of the largest fortifications in the world and a UNESCO world heritage site.
At sunset, visit Taj Mahal or Crown of Palaces, is a white marble mausoleum, built by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan as a memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. IMP: It remains closed on Fridays
Enjoy dinner in a nice boutique hotel/homestay where you will enjoy traditional local dishes.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 04: Agra / Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur.
On the way, stop at a local Indian Village and enjoy a Juggad ride (The Indian Mercedes). The Indian Mercedes or Juggad as popularly known among the locals, is most popular means of transport used for the transportation of villagers, fodder, cattle, and goods.
Continue drive to Jaipur.
JAIPUR - The fascinating capital of the marvellous state of Rajasthan. Jaipur is popularly known as the Pink City, thanks to the colour of its buildings. It was built in 1727 A.D by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, followed a grid system, which made it the only planned city of its time. On arrival in Jaipur, transfer to hotel.
In the evening enjoy Indian Masala Tea at a famous local Tea shop – Gulab Singh ji Chai wala.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel
Day 05: Jaipur
After breakfast visit the Amber Fort, on the way enjoy photo stop at the Hawa Mahal Palace. The Amber Fort set in picturesque and rugged hills is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture.
In the afternoon visit city palace.
Evening is reserved for a cooking demonstration followed by dinner with a local Indian family at their home. There will be a brief introduction on Indian spices, food types and various ingredients used in cooking.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 06: Jaipur / Cochin (Flight)
After breakfast transfer to the airport to board flight for Cochin
COCHIN - Cochin has long been eulogized in tourist literature as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’. Its location between the blue waters of the Arabian Sea and Kerala’s emerald backwaters, its rich medley of Indian and foreign architecture, it’s truly unusual sights like the Chinese fishing nets and its quaint quiet localities like the Jewish Quarters demand the attention of all who travel to Kerala.
On arrival in Cochin, transfer to hotel.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel
Day 07: Cochin
After breakfast proceed for visit of Cochin including Chinese Fishing Nets that are distinctly unique to Cochin. St. Francis Church, one of the oldest Church built by Europeans in India.
Dutch Palace that was originally built by the Portuguese. The palace has a fine collection of mural paintings depicting scenes from the Hindu epics Mahabharata and Ramayana. IMP: It remains closed on Fridays and Saturdays.
Jewish Synagogue, built in 1568, it is magnificently decorated by Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers. IMP: It remains closed on Friday (In 2nd half of the day, after 01 PM), Saturday and on Jewish Holidays.
Later walk through the Jew Street and old spice market / The Spice Market of Jew Town.
In the evening enjoy a Kathakkali Dance drama at a local theatre.
Later enjoy traditional dinner on a banana leaf at a local restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Cochin / Periyar
After breakfast drive to Periyar.
PERIYAR - Periyar National Park is situated in the hills of the Western Ghats. The centrepiece of Periyar National Park is the 5,500-hectare Periyar Lake formed by the construction of a dam on the Periyar River in 1895.
On arrival in Periyar, transfer to hotel.
Around afternoon enjoy a tour of a Spice Plantation. It will be followed by visit to a local theatre to see the performance of Kalaripayattu (Local Martial Arts).
Evening is reserved for a cooking demonstration followed by dinner.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 9: Periyar / Kumarakom
Today start the day with a trek through the Periyar wilderness. This is an interpretive program offering excellent opportunity to watch birds, butterflies and other wildlife. The tour will last for 03 hours follows along a set nature trail and accompanied by a trained tribal guide.
Later drive to Kumarakom.
KUMARAKOM - This tiny village loaded with infinite natural pulchritude. Kumarakom is established on the manmade land that was reclaimed from the cosmic Vembanad Lake. On arrival in Kumarakom, transfer to hotel.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel
Day 10: Kumarakom / Alleppey / Kumarakom
After a relaxed breakfast drive to Jetty to board the Houseboats on the Famous backwaters of Kerala
Enjoy day cruising on the Backwaters of Kerala on a Houseboat (Kettuvallam), followed by lunch onboard. The cruise will glide past the scenic manmade islands and beautiful sights of coconut fringed backwaters and paddy fields.
Deboard the Houseboat and drive back to your hotel in Kumarakom
Dinner & Overnight at the Hotel
Day 11: Kumarakom / Cochin
The day is reserved for a visit to a local farm located on a beautiful island. The land was reclaimed from the backwaters of Lake Vembanad in the early 1950’s by the local family. Enjoy an interesting walk and know about farming below lake level as well as the different crops. The visit will also include a sumptuous lunch with the local family.
Later drive to Cochin and transfer to hotel.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel
Day 12: Cochin Departure
In time transfer to Airport to board Flight back home / onward destination.
Room will be available till 1200 hrs only
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Inclusions
- Double room on sharing basis.
- Daily breakfast & dinner.
- All transfers and sightseeing using airconditioned vehicle.
- Services of English/Language speaking local guides for the sightseeing
- All special meals / cooking demonstration followed by meals as mentioned in the program.
- Jeep ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
- Juggad ride at an Indian Village.
- Kathakali dance performance at a local theatre in Cochin.
- Kalaripayattu performance at a local theatre in Periyar.
- Guided trek in Periyar.
- Day cruising on the houseboat followed by lunch on board.
- Monument entrance fee as per the program
- Currently applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Any airfares / airport taxes.
- Any meals not mentioned in the program
- Any expenditure of personal nature such as drinks, tips, laundry, telephone charges etc.
- Any new tax imposed by the Government
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