Jewels of India Tour

Jewels of India Tour

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Jewels of India Tour

21 Days Starting in New Delhi, Delhi, India and ending in Kochi, Kerala, India

Visiting: New Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Pushkar, Ajmer, Udaipur, Mumbai, Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Madurai, Munnar, Periyar, Alappuzha, Kochi

Tour operator:

Panda Experiences

Tour code:

JOIT21

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

1-85

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Active, Adventure Tours

Interests:

Cultural, History

Private Available:

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From: $5529 $1935 (USD) Operator discount: -$3594 -65%

NB: Prices correct on 02-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Experience the journey of India's Iconic cities, Start in New Delhi and end in Kochi (Cochin)! With the Explorer tour Jewels of India Tour, you have a 21 days tour package taking you through New Delhi, India and 18 other destinations in India. Jewels of India Tour includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport.

Highlights

  • Explore Old and New Delhi with a guided city tour.

  • Visiting most significant sites such as Humayun's Tomb, Red Fort and Raj Ghat - the site of Ghandi's crematorium.

  • Enjoy a Rickshaw ride through Delhi's backstreets.

  • Guided city tour of Agra with sunrise visit Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh, Agra.

  • Uncover an abandoned Mughal city, Fatehpur Sikri.

  • The Pink City of Rajasthan - The Amber Fort, regal City Palace with Elephant / Jeep ride at Amber, Jaipur.

  • Explore sacred lakeside town, home to Pushkar Lake and the revered Brahma Temple, Pushkar.

  • Enjoy the tranquil Lake Pichola, and the delightful City Palace, Udaipur.

  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mumbai.

  • Explore the heritage site of Mahabalipuram built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries.

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Places You'll See

New Delhi

New Delhi

Agra

Agra

Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram

Thanjavur

Thanjavur

Udaipur

Udaipur

Mumbai

Mumbai

Pushkar

Pushkar

Periyar

Periyar

Thanjavur

Thanjavur

Jaipur

Jaipur

Alleppey

Alleppey

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival at New Delhi

New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : New Delhi - Agra (220 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Agra

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Agra “City of Love”. Upon arrival at Agra check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Agra, visit Agra Fort (Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas) and Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb. Also visit to Mehtab Bagh and enjoy the Sunset view of Taj Mahal.

After finish your guided tour to Agra, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (260 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Location: Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning before breakfast Sunrise, visit the world’s most popular and beautiful monument Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday).

After finish your guided tour to Taj Mahal, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast. Later check out and drive to Jaipur known as “Pink City”, via en-route visit to Fatehpur Sikri, the oldest deserted town built by Mughal Kingdom in 1571 and built by red stone, the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwane e Khas and Panch Mahal.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Fatehpur Sikri, later continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival at Jaipur check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : At Jaipur

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Jaipur, visit Amber Fort with Elephant ride / Jeep ride (Optional tour to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort if time permits), visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar and drive pass to Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and Birla Temple.

After finish your guided tour to Jaipur, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Jaipur - Ajmer - Pushkar (145 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Location: Pushkar, Ajmer

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Pushkar known as “the rose garden of Rajasthan”, via en-route visit to Ajmer Dargah Sharif “shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti” and Adhai-Din-Ka Jhonpra - a mosque.

Upon arrival at Pushkar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Pushkar, visit Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple Mahadev Temple, Varah Temple, Ramavaikunth Temple, Rangji Temple and the Apteshwar Temple.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : Pushkar - Udaipur (280 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Location: Udaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Udaipur known as “City of Lakes”. Upon arrival at Udaipur check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : At Udaipur

Location: Udaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Udaipur, visit City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli, Fateh Sagar Lake, Ambrai Ghat, Jagdish Temple, Udaipur Ropeway, Vintage collection of classic car museum, Saheliyon and Sahelion ki Bari.

After finish your fort and palaces tour, enjoy the boat ride at lake pichola. Also enjoy the traditional Rajasthani folk dance and music show “The Dharohar Dance Show” at Bagore ki Haveli at evening.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Udaipur - Mumbai (By Flight)

Location: Mumbai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Udaipur airport to board the flight for Mumbai.

Upon arrival at Mumbai airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : At Mumbai

Location: Mumbai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Mumbai, visit Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves, Gandhi Memorial, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Jain Temples, Kamla Nehru Garden and Juhu Chowpatty.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : Mumbai - Chennai (By Flight) - Mahabalipuram (60 Kms / 1:30 Hrs)

Location: Mahabalipuram

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Mumbai airport to board the flight for Chennai. Upon arrival at Chennai airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later drive to Mahabalipuram.

Upon arrival at Mahabalipuram check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Mahabalipuram - Puducherry (105 Km / 1:30 Hrs)

Location: Puducherry

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for sightseeing tour to Mahabalipuram, visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, Krishna’s Butterball and India Seashell Museum. Also explore the Mahabalipuram Beach with surfing & Shore Temple views.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Mahabalipuram, later continue drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival at Puducherry check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Evening enoy the heritage walk in the French colonies, will spot the beautiful yellow & white walls, European styles streets and a walk along the sea.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13 : Puducherry - Kumbakonam (130 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Location: Kumbakonam

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for sightseeing tour to Puducherry, Auroville town, Aurobindo Ashram, Government Museum, The Sacred Heart Basilica, French War memorial, Mahe de Labourdonnais St and Pondy Bazaar. Also visit Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Vedapureeswarar Temple.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Puducherry, later continue drive to Kumbakonam. Upon arrival at Kumbakonam check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Evening you can explore beautiful temples in Swamimalai. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 14 : Kumbakonam - Thanjavur - Madurai (220 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Location: Thanjavur, Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Madurai, via en-route visit to Thanjavur (Tanjore), visit the Schwartz Memorial & Church, Sivaganga Garden, Lord Murugan Temple and Sangeetha Mahal.

After finish your visit to Thanjavur, later continue drive to Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 15 : At Madurai

Location: Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Madurai, visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum, Adhi Chokkanathar, Subramaniya Suwami Temple and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. Also visit Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills also known as Samanar Malai or Amanarmalai at Keelakuilkudi.

After finish your guided tour to Madurai, later experience the evening prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 16 : Madurai - Munnar (160 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)

Location: Munnar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala”, via en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by.

Upon arrival at Munnar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 17 : At Munnar

Location: Munnar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town and the town market.

In the evening, enjoy a walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 18 : Munnar - Periyar/Thekkady (98 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Periyar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar wildlife sanctuary is one of biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Km (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve.

Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Later proceed for half day tour to Periyar enjoy the Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 19 : Periyar/Thekkady - Alleppey (140 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Alappuzha

Accommodation: Deluxe Houseboat.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey.

Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your pre-booked houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha.
Overnight at Houseboat.

Day 20 : Alleppey - Cochin (60 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Location: Kochi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at houseboat, later check out and drive to Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive.

In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 21 : Departure from Cochin

Location: Kochi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Cochin airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

What's Included

  • 20 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.

    3 Star Accommodation.

  • Meals.

    20 Breakfast at Hotel, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner at House Boat.

  • Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences.

  • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.

  • English speaking guide at New Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur, Mumbai, Mahabalipuram, Madurai, Pondicherry and Cochin.

    Other languages guides are available on additional charges.

  • Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.

  • Sunrise visit of Taj Mahal and Tonga ride in Agra.

  • Battery car ride at Fatehpur Sikri.

  • Elephant / Jeep ride in Jaipur at Amber Fort.

  • Enjoy a boat ride at Lake Pichola in Udaipur.

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What's Not Included

  • Visas Fee (if applicable).

  • Monument entry fees.

  • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).

  • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.

  • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.

Mode of Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :

Passenger Vehicle type
• 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar
• 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar
• 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Accommodation

Accommodation at 3 Star deluxe hotels.
4 or 5 Star hotel upgrade are available on request basis.

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    3 Star

  • Do I need a visa to travel to India?

    Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008

Reviews of this operator

Serena  

Excellent Guides

06-Sep-2022

The tour was great. Maybe we went to too many places for shopping. All tour guides were excellent.

David  

Recommended to India Tour

24-Mar-2022

I have been recommended to this tour of India with friends from Australia and we are happy to see all places which are mentioned on programmed.

Bryson  

Beautiful Kerala with Panda Experiences

09-Feb-2023

Kerala is Beautiful and the food was amazing. I highly recommend Panda Experiences and will be booking another trip with them in future.

Max  

Lifetime trip

12-Jan-2022

This was the trip of a lifetime, and our guide made it even more special! He has incredibly knowledgeable of the history of all the sites we went to and is extremely personable, we had an absolute blast with him!

Thomas  

100% Recommend

17-Feb-2022

100% Recommend this tour to anyone who is thinking of doing it. My partner and I had a fantastic time in Nepal by Panda Experiences.

Fabio  

Everything was perfect

11-Aug-2022

It was an excellent experience with Panda Experiences! A really nice and fun guide with a lot of knowledge! Everything was on time!

Jacopo  

Well organized trip

02-Oct-2022

The tour was smooth and well organized. My guide and driver were very friendly and did what they could to tailor the experience to me.

Nancy  

Panda Experiences was amazing

12-Apr-2022

Our experience with Panda Experiences was amazing. Many great memories made. Highly recommend this company.

Sofia  

India tour

26-Feb-2022

We arrived two days before our India tour so that we can be ready by mind and body as well we are happy to do this tour.

Matthew  

Amazing India Tour

17-Mar-2022

We had a good and professional local guides in each and we visited Taj Mahal at sunset and loved all the photographs.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Panda Experiences allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 80 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Panda Experiences requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of panda experiences charges.

    Up to 80 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 79 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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