Arrive Delhi by international flight. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel B.C., is one of the oldest cities in India. The city has been raised out of ashes and ruins seven times. Be it the Tomars of the 7-8th century or the Ghori's, The Khaljis, the Tughlaqs, the Saiyads, The Lodis, the Moghuls and finally the British rulers, each has contributed to the colorful history of the city. PM: Combined city tour of Old & New Delhi visiting.Overnight in Delhi

Transfer to railway station to board train to Agra Leave Delhi for Agra by Shatabdi Express. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel PM: City tour of Agra visiting the Fort & Taj Mahal.
Agra Fortbuilt by Emperor Akbar over the years 1565 - 1573 with its maze of courtyards, mosques, and private chambers. Most of the buildings originally built by Akbar were destroyed and were replaced by his grandson Shah Jehan. Nearby are the various buildings, which were built by Shah Jehan, Including the Khas Mahal, The Jasmine Towers, the Octagonal Tower, the Sheesh Mahal, and the Hamam's. Ironically it was within these apartments that Shah Jehan spent his last years when his son Aurangzeb imprisoned him.
Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan, this beautiful mausoleum is built of pure white marble and is an architectural marvel. Built in the memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. The building was conceived as a garden tomb with the mausoleum rising at the far end of the complex with the river Yamuna flowing below. Beneath the dome are the cenotaphs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jehan.Overnight in Agra

AM: Excursion to Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital of Mughal India. Among the principal attractions of Fatehpur Sikri are the large audience halls, palaces, the Mosques, the tomb of Salim Chishti, The Panchmahal, and the Buland Darwaza, which is among the biggest gates in Asia.
Return to Agra in the afternoon. Rest of the time is free till evening Transfer to railway station to board overnight train to Varanasi. Overnight on board the train

Arrive Varanasi. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel Varanasi is among the oldest living cities in the world, Babylon and Ninevah have disappeared but Varanasi lives on. It is considered the holiest of Hindu pilgrim Centers; it is counted as one of the renowned shrine places of north india. Thousands come daily to Varanasi to take a ritual dip in the river Ganga (Ganges), to cleanse their souls of misdeeds and to worship at its many temples. This city is known by many names - Kashi - the city of light and Benaras as called by the British. Varanasi is 'Kasi' the ultimate holy city of pilgrimage for thousands of devotees from around the world country.
PM: Excursion to Sarnath- the place where Buddha turned the wheel of law and delivered his first sermon. Overnight in Varanasi

Early morning: Take a boat ride on River Ganges. The most important facet of this holy city is the river and the Ghats lining its southern bank in the city.
AM: City tour of Varanasi visiting the
Durga Temple: Dedicated to Goddess Durga, consort of Lord Shiva.
Bharat Mata Temple: This temple was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi and houses one of the most perfect relief of India carved out of marble.
Tulsi Manas Temple: Built in white marble this unique temple has the whole of Ram Charit Manas (Ramayana) inscribed on its wall. Well laid out landscaping around the temple adds to its beauty and Banaras Hindu University.
PM: Free to explore the colorful bazaars walking around. Later transfer to railway station to board overnight train to Kolkata. Overnight on board the train.

MArrive Kolkata at 0645 hrs. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel Kolkata, once the capital of the British Empire, formerly known as Calcutta, it remains the cultural capital of India with strong tradition in literature and fine arts.
PM: City tour of Kolkata visiting Victoria Memorial, an impressive white marble building housing Raj memorabilia; Indian Museum, a treasure house of Indian art; Fort William, the first fort built in Kolkata; St.Paul's Cathedral built in the indo-Gothic style; Birla Planetarium; Marble Palace, a private residence with a fine collection of art, including some by Sir Joshua Reynolds; Jorasanko the residence of Rabindranath Tagore and drive past various buildings like St John's Church, St Andrew's Belvedere, Hastings House and The Green Church Overnight in Kolkata.

AM: Visit Dakshineshwar Temple dedicated to Kali and built in the architectural style of Bengal; Botanical Gardens covering 110 hectares and having a number of rare plants, including a 200-year-old banyan tree etc.
Check out and transfer to railway station to board train to Bhubaneshwar. Leave Kolkata for Bhubaneshwar by Coromandal Express [1425/2125 hrs] Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel Overnight in Bhubaneshwar.

Full day excursion to Konark & Puri
Konark - 13th century A.D. temple built on the seafront with water lashing its walls. The temples stands on its enormous 24 intricately carved wheels, which have exquisite sculptural covering many aspects of life such as scenes of love and war, trade and court transactions, hunting, catching elephants, sages teaching, childbirth, dancers and mythical figures. The temple conceived as a chariot hauling the Sun god
Puri - The hallowed seat of Hindu religion and one of the four dams in India. Home of Lord Jagannath, Subhadra and Bal Bhadra, Puri is also a cultural capital of the state and it is famous for its golden beaches. Overnight in Bhubaneshwar.

AM: City tour of Bhubaneshwar visiting Lingaraj Temple, Rajrani Temple, Mukteshwa Temple, Parsurameshwar and Brahmeshwar Temple, which are the best specimens of the Orissa Temple architecture. Later transfer to railway station to board train to Chennai Leave Bhubaneshwar for Chennai by Coromandal Express at 2132 hrsOvernight on board the train.

Arrive Chennai at 1735 hrs. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Chennai.

Full day excursion to Mahabalipuram & Kancheepuram. The ancient Pallava port, 64km from Chennai, Mamalapuram is today the site of several sculpture marvels. The places to be visited are Arjuna's Penance, Krishna Mandapam, Varaha Mandapam, Five Rathas and Shore Temples. Later visit Kancheepuram, one of the seven sacred cities of India and also home to the famous silk and cotton weaving industry Overnight in Chennai.

AM : City tour of Chennai visiting Fort St. George built by the British and now housing the Secretariat. Drive along the Marina Beach, the second longest in the world driving past Chennai University, the Senate House and the Palace of the Nawabs of the Carnatic, to the San Thome Cathedral where the apostle is buried. Later visit the National Art Gallery and Government Museum, which are over 100 years old. Visit the ancient Kapaleeshwarar Temple dedicated to Shiva; Transfer to railway station to board train to Trivandrum.Leave Chennai for Trivandrum by Trivandrum Mail at 1930 hrs Overnight on board the train.

Arrive Trivandrum at 1150 hrs. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel Trivandrum, named after the holy serpent, the thousand-headed Anantha, one of the major Indian cities on the famed Malabar Coast. PM: City tour of Trivandrum visiting Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu depicting the deity reclining on the holy serpent, Anantha (from outside as NON Hindus are not allowed); Napier Museum with a fine collection of Kerala bronzes, ornaments and costumes; Sri Chitra Art Gallery having Mughal and Rajput miniatures and a collection of Raja Ravi Varma of Travancore's works. Overnight in Trivandrum.

Full day excursion to Kanyakumari, famous for its brilliant sunsets and sunrises. It is India's 'land's' end at the confluence of the Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal. On an offshore rock, in memory of Swami Vivekananda, the Indian philosopher who would contemplate here stands Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Kanyaumari is the only place in India where one can watch the sunset and moon rise simultaneously on a full moon evening. Return in the evening to Trivandrum. Overnight in Trivandrum.

Transfer to railway station to board train to Cochin Leave Trivandrum for Cochin by Jan Shatabdi Express [0605/0945 hrs] Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel Cochin, a myriad of tiny islands set in the shimmering blue Arabian Sea, against a lush backdrop. It has one of the most beautiful harbors on India's west coast. For centuries it has been an important trading post. Its cosmopolitan spirit is visible in the temples, mosques and synagogues that rise against the city's skyline Day free to explore the city Evening: Witness Kathakali dance performance. Overnight in Cochin.

AM: Visit the Dutch Palace, built by the Portuguese known for its murals depicting scenes fro the Ramayana and the Mahabharata; Koonan Kurishu Shrine which is a small chapel, Jewish Synagogue which has a number of copper plates inscribed in the Hebrew script; Fort Kochi, St Francis Church, the oldest one to be constructed by Europeans in India; Santa Cruz Basilica with a beautifully painted ceiling, and, Chinese Fishing Nets near the harbor's entrance. Later transfer to railway station to board train to Goa Leave Cochin for Goa by Netravathi Express at 1410 hrs. Overnight on board the train.

Arrive Goa at 1245 hrs. Meeting on arrival and transfer a beach resort Goa, a tiny emerald land of 3,702 Sq.Kms. on the west coast of India, with its natural scenic beauty, attractive beaches, churches and temples, famous for it\'s architecture, feasts and festivals and above all hospitable people with a rich cultural milieu, has an ideal tourist profile. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight in Goa.

AM: City tour of Goa visiting the Panjim City & Mandovi River, Dona Paula for a panoramic view of the Arabian sea; Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, Miramar and Vagator Beaches; Old Goa with its churches and museums; Panaji and its fishing wharfs, statues and markets; the colorful Mapusa Bazaar; Ponda and its ancient temples Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight in Goa.

Full day at leisure Overnight in Goa.

Day free till departure. Later transfer to railway station to board train to Mumbai Leave Goa for Mumbai by Matsyaganda Express at 2025 hrs Overnight aboard the train.

Arrive Mumbai at 0600 hrs. Meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel Freshen up before starting a tour, which would include Mani Bhavan, the house where Mahatma Gandhi used to stay during his visits to Mumbai; Prince Of Wales Museum having a priceless collection of art and sculpture and Jain Temple. Drive past the "Tower Of Silence", delightful Kamla Nehru Park and Hanging Gardens situated on the slope of Malabar Hill offering a panoramic view of Marine Drive and Chowpatty Beach. Also drive past Crawford Market, Mumbai High Court etc. Visit The Gateway Of India, a splendid arch by the Arabian Sea, built to commemorate the royal visit in 1927.
Late evening you will be transferred to International airport to connect your onward flight