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An exciting tour includes an incredible journey of discovery visiting the highlights of India. Many world heritage sites are included, to give a glimpse of the treasures of ancient glorious civilizations, including the Sun Temple at Puri and delightful Shore Temple at Mamallapuram. A beautiful heritage city of Udaipur. Admire the superb Rajput architecture of the impressive Amber Fort. World famous Taj Mahal, and explore the Fort in Agra, bastion of the Mughal Emperors. Wander secret caves carved by countless generations past, filled with a glory of sculptures and paintings.

Visit India’s modern ‘Silicon City’ of Bangalore and enjoy the green open spaces of Mysore. Take an elephant safari at Nagarhole National Park seeking the elusive
Tiger. Cruise the languid backwaters of Kerala in a traditional converted riceboat and visit the great temples of the Hoysala, Chola and Pallava dynasty’s. This is but a taste of a fascinating and compelling tour. Nandi, one of the largest in India.

DAY 1 . To Mumbai (Bombay)
Morning flight from Heathrow on British Airways arriving at midnight. Transfer to the Taj President for the night.

DAY 2 . To Aurangabad
Sightseeing of Mumbai including the Prince of Wales Museum. Evening transfer to airport for flight to Aurangabad to staying at the Taj Residency for two nights.

DAY 3 . Aurangabad, Ajanta and Ellora
Day excursion to the World Heritage sites of the Ajanta and Ellora caves.The amazing 2000 year old Buddhist cave paintings at Ajanta reflect in great detail and clarity the life and times of bygone ages. The Ellora Cave complex comprises Buddhist, Jain and Hindu Caves.The Jain Caves are intricately detailed, the Buddhist range from the simple through to the exceptional, whilst the vibrant Hindu dynamism culminates in the Kailasa Temple Cave, a study in sheer technical genius and sculptural perfection.

DAY 4 . To Mumbai
Early morning flight to Mumbai. Morning excursion to Elephanta caves a World Heritage site created between AD 459-750. Stay at the Taj President.

DAY 5 . To Udaipur
Fly to Udaipur with afternoon sightseeing of the city including the City Palace and Museum with its fascinating collection of artefacts giving a glimpse of the fabulous lifestyle of the Rulers of Udaipur. Stay at the Lake Palace for two nights.

DAY 6 . Udaipur
Day excursion to Nagda and Eklingi Temples. Sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola.

DAY 7 . To Jaipur
Morning flight to Jaipur. Afternoon sightseeing to include the City Palace complex, Jantar Mantar Observatory and the delightful Palace of Winds. Optional evening visit to Choki Dhani for a traditional rustic Rajasthani meal. Two night’s stay at the Jai Mahal Palace.

DAY 8 . Jaipur
Morning excursion to the Amber Fort, a superb example of Rajput architecture. Take an elephant ride winding slowly up to the hilltop fort. Afternoon free to visit the colourful bazaars.

DAY 9 . To Agra via Fatehpur Sikri
Morning drive to Fatehpur Sikri the deserted city of the Emperor Akbar. Overnight at the Taj View.

DAY 10 . To Delhi
Sunrise visit to the ultimate expression of love - The Taj Mahal. Morning sightseeing of Agra Fort, including the rooms where Shah Jahan was imprisoned, poignantly situated overlooking the waters of the Yamuna River to the Taj Mahal. Other visits include the Itmad-ud-Daulah and colourful markets. Evening Shatabdi train to Delhi with two nights at the Park Royal intercontinental.

DAY 11 . Delhi
Late morning start to sightseeing in Old and New Delhi. The Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, the beautiful Lotus Temple, Humayan’s Tomb and Red Fort are all included.

DAY 12 . To Bhubaneshwar
Morning flight to Bhubaneshwar, with afternoon tour of the Temple site including the 54 metre high Lingaraj Mandir. Vibrant Orissan sculptures feast the eyes, and are particularily striking in style and intricacy of design. Two nights at the Trident.

DAY 13 . Bhubaneshwar
Morning excursion to the Khandagiri and Udayagiri caves, decorated with lively images, and believed to be originally excavated for Jain ascetics. Afternoon at leisure.

DAY 14 . To Puri - Konark
Morning drive to Puri via the mid-13th C Sun Temple at Konark a World Heritage site. Conceived as a magnificent chariot for the Sun God Surya, it is considered the finest example of Orissan temple architecture. Afternoon sightseeing of Puri, (one of the four dhams - holy pilgrimage sites for Hindus) including the Jagannath Mandir. Overnight Mayfair Resorts.

DAY 15 . To Kolkatta (Calcutta)
Morning transfer to Bhubaneshwar airport and fly to Kolkatta with afternoon at leisure. Stay at the Taj Bengal for two nights.

DAY 16 . Kolkatta
Visit flower market at dawn filled with exotic blooms and heady scents. Later tour Kolkatta visiting the main sights including the Victoria Memorial, Botanical Gardens, Kali Temple and National Museum.

DAY 17 . To Hyderabad
A morning of leisure before flight to Hyderabad in the afternoon. Stay for two nights at the Taj Krishna.

DAY 18 . Hyderabad
Morning visit to Golconda Fort. Afternoon sightseeing of Hyderabad.

DAY 19 . To Bangalore
Morning flight to Bangalore and afternoon sightseeing of India’s ‘Silicon City’, a delightful blend of modern sophistication and traditional heritage. Afternoon highlights on a city tour include Lalbagh Botanical Gardens and Tipu Sultan’s Palace. Overnight Taj West End.

DAY 20 . To Mysore
Morning drive to Mysore via Srirangapatnam, the remains of Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan’s capital demolished by the British. Also visit the Daria Daulat Bagh,Tipu’s summer palace and, once, home to Colonel Wellesley, later to become the Duke of Wellington. Afternoon sightseeing of Mysore including the Palace Museum filled with memorabilia, the Sri Chamundeswari Temple on the summit of the Chamundi hills reached by 1000 steps, or car! Also see the monolithic 5 metre high

DAY 21 . Mysore
Morning excursion to Somnathpur, a star shaped temple built in 1268 during the Hoysala period. It is an incredibly beautiful temple, with wonderful sculptures, including scenes from the Ramayana. Remainder of day at leisure.

DAY 22 . To Nagarhole
After breakfast drive to Nagarhole. Afternoon game viewing in the rich habitat of the Nagarhole National Park, home to the ‘Big Four’ of India - tiger, leopard, elephant and gaur (Indian bison). Stay at the Kabini River Lodge for two nights.

DAY 23 . Nagarhole
Morning elephant safari and afternoon game drive with an exciting coracle ride. Look out for sloth bear, sambar and barking deer and the magnificent Malabar giant squirrel.

DAY 24 . To Ooty
After a farewell early morning game drive depart for Ooty, with an afternoon visit to the Botanical Gardens. Stay at the Taj Savoy for two nights.

DAY 25 . Ooty
Full day with car and driver to explore at leisure the beautiful countryside, or take the toy train to Coonoor.

DAY 26 . To Cochin (Madras) - Covelong
Drive to Cochin. In the evening watch a performance of the complex Kathakali dance. Arrive early to see the dancers apply the intricate makeup. Two nights at the Taj Malabar.

DAY 27 . Cochin - Backwater cruise
Drive to Alleppey for a relaxing Backwater cruise to Kottayam, and return to Cochin by car in the late afternoon.

DAY 28 . To Chennai - Covelong
Morning city tour of Cochin including the Chinese Fishing Nets, Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch Palace. Afternoon flight to Chennai and transfer to the Fisherman’s Cove Hotel for four nights.

DAY 29 . Covelong
Morning excursion to Mamallapuram to see the delicate Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance and the Five Rathas - temples sculptured in the shape of chariots. Afternoon at leisure.

DAY 30 . Covelong
Optional excursion after breakfast to Kanchipuram to see the magnificent temples including the 7th-8th C Pallava Kailasanatha, and Sri Ekambaranthar with its 59 metre towering Gopuram. Remainder of day at leisure.

DAY 31 . To Chennai
Day at leisure. Early morning transfer to International Airport for British Airways flight.

DAY 32 . Departure Chennai

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