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Day 06 : Thu : Amber
Fort Excursion & Jaipur Sightseeing
 Today,
you are transported back in time, riding royally atop elegantly draped
and painted elephants, up to the mountain fortress-palace of Amber.
Later, enjoy a tour of Jaipur City, visiting Hawa Mahal or "Palace
of Winds," City Palace and the ancient observatory. (B)
Day 07 : Fri : Jaipur - Udaipur
This morning fly to Udaipur. Upon arrival you are met and transferred
to Hotel Shikarbadi. Later, tour this famous "City of Lakes,"
known as one of the most picturesque and romantic cities of India and
maybe the world. Visit City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari or Garden of
Maids; and the folklore museum where you can see a presentation of the
string puppets typical to this area. (B)
Day 08 : Sat: Ranakpur Excursion
Today's excursion brings you to the beautifully sculpted 15th century
Jain Temples of Ranakpur. The intricately carved white marble is so
well preserved. The temple dedicated to the Sun God is famed for its
erotic sculpture. Stop for lunch at Maharani Bagh, a mango grove and
private gardens of the Maharana of Jodhpur. (B)
Day 09 : Sun: Udaipur - Mumbai (Bombay)
Fly to Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India's most cosmopolitan city. Upon
arrival, you are met and transferred to the Ramada Inn. Your afternoon
tour of Mumbai includes the British-built arch "Gateway of India,"
Mumbai's landmark; the Hanging Gardens and the Malabar Hill where
Mumbai's rich and famous live; the Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat,
Marine Drive, the Gandhi Memorial Museum and Jain Temple. (B)
Day 10 : Mon: Mumbai
(Bombay) - Cochin
Late morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Cochin in the
state of Kerala, known for its well-balanced ecosystem. After checking
in at Casino Hotel, your afternoon is at leisure to relax and pursue
independent activities. (B)
Day 11 : Tue: Cochin Sightseeing - Kumarakom
Proceed for the tour of Cochin this morning. Visit the Portuguese
church built by St. Francis in 1562, the Jewish Synagogue, the famed
Mattancherry Palace, and the Chinese fishing nets- ingenious devices
requiring little human attention. Later depart for Kumarakom,
experiencing the rich culture and active lifestyle that has evolved
over the centuries in and around the backwaters and waterways that
thread this region. Upon arrival, check in at Water Escapes. (B)
Day 12 : Wed: Backwaters Cruise
 This
morning enjoy a boat ride through the Backwaters, a series of canals
and lagoons snaking their way through several tiny villages and
tropical vegetation. Not only do the backwaters of Kerala link the
state together, they are an integral element in maintaining ecological
balance and creating harmony with nature. Your afternoon is at
leisure. You may want to experience an Ayurvedic therapeutic massage,
indigenous to this region, which is both relaxing and healing or
perhaps take advantage of the rich waters with a bit of fishing. (B).
Day 13 : Thu: Kumarkom - Chennai (Madras)
Morning, proceed to Cochin airport in time to connect to your flight
for Chennai (formerly known as Madras), the fourth largest city in
India. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to Radha Park Inn.
Your afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 14 : Fri: Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram Excursion
Today enjoy an excursion to Kanchipuram, one of the seven sacred
cities of India, which served as a capital for several dynasties.
Visit three of the best temples-Kailasanatha and Ekambareshwara,
dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Vaikuntaperumal dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Continue your excursion to the ancient Pallavan port of Mamallapuram,
stopping for lunch at a seaside resort. Later visit the seventh
century rock hewn monuments. The shore temple, the only surviving one
of seven, is a unique example of a temple built of rock quarried
elsewhere and carried to shore. (B)
Day 15 : Sat: Chennai (Madras) Sightseeing - Depart Chennai
Morning tour of Chennai takes you to Victoria Art Gallery, Bronze
Gallery and Chennai Museum. The Fort St. George, San Thome Cathedral
and Kapaleeswarar Temple complete your visit. After an afternoon at
leisure, say farewell to unforgettable India tonight and board your
international flight home. (B)
Day 16 :Sun:Arrive North America
Arrive home filled with colorful memories of your sojourn through the
warmth and sun- shine of Southern India.
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